This unique combination tour will take you to the enchanting northern valleys of Swat, Chitral, Hunza, Skardu, Astor and Kaghan in the ranges of the majestic mountain systems of the world. It is specially designed to provide an ample opportunity to enjoy the bountiful nature embellished with snow-caped mountains, panoramic passes, quiet lakes, flowery meadows, and fruit laden orchards and to meet the simple country-folk who live in cultures of sheer peace and tranquillity. This 20 days fascinating jeep drive will take us to the high passes of 4733m Khunjerab, Pak-China border, the Shandure famous for Polo and the 4400m Deosai plateau. Under the shadows of the giant peaks of 8125 m Nanga Parbat, 7706m Trich Mir and 7788m Rakaposhi, we will come across the valleys of Swat, famous for its art and craft; Chitral, home of mysterious Kalashies; Hunza, where ‘everybody live for hundred years’; Baltistan, the neighbor Buddhist Leh and the lush green Kaghan. Through these exotic valleys of the hospitable highlanders, ultimately raise you to the height of excitement. This tour will be a fascinating experience by enjoying the exclusiveness of the Northern region.
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Day 01 Isamabad On arrival Company guide will transfer you to hotel. Afternoon a sight-seeing trip will take you to the twin cities of modern capital Islamabad and the old city Rawalpindi. Overnight will be in hotel. Day 02 Drive to Peshawar Drive to Peshawar en-route visit to the Taxila museum and sites. Peshawar has historical and cultural places of interests. We will visit Qissa Khuani Bazaar, Museum, and Mahabat Khan Mosque. Overnight at hotel. Day 03 Drive to Saidu Sharif, Swat After breakfast we start our jeep ride by morning towards Saidu Sharif in Swat Valley. We will visit the Buddhist monastery and other remains at Takht-e-Bahi. We will also travel through Malakand Pass. Swat is known for its natural beauty as Switzerland of East and also for its historical importance. Day 04 Drive to Chitral over Lawari Pass Today very early in the morning we will start the journey through the Dir district of Khyber Pukhtoonkhua and will cross the spectacular Lowari pass. We will reach Chitral, dominating by The Trichmir peak, the highest peak of Hindukush range. The town is peaceful and friendly. Overnight in hotel. Day 05 Drive to Bamburet in Kalash Drive to Bamburet one of the Kafir Kalash valleys. It is say that the Alexander the great left some solders here and they inhabit these valleys of Birir, Bamburet and Rambur with a distinctive culture and religion. They follow their own mix of animism, ancestors and fire worship and celebrates plenty of festivals and rituals round the year. We camp in the Bamburet valley and camping food will be provided. Days 06 Drive to Sarghoz near Mustuj Today we will head towards Gilgit region by having three days drive between Chitral and Gilgit. 6 to seven hours drive will take you to the town of Mustuj via Buni. Today drive will give enormous views of Hindukush mountain sceneries. Overnight will be in tents. Day 07 Drive to Phandar Lake over Shandure Pass About 9 hours drive will start early morning by having a hot breakfast. Today leave for Phander via Shandur Pass, the world highest active polo ground. At Shandur Pass we will take our lunch and then continue our drive to Phender village and lake. Phander lake ideal for trout fishing. Day 08 Drive Gulapor 8 to 9 hours drive will take us to Gulapor village in the Ghizer district. We will travel along the Gilgit river with beautiful spots and peoples of the valley. Overnight in camp. Day 09 Drive to Hunza We will start drive to Karimabad in Hunza Valley via Gilgit, the provincial headquarter of Gilgit-Baltistan. En-route we will visit to the Kargah Buddha site. Hunza is not only famous for its natural beauty but also by its culture. The people here are friendly. We will visit the 400 years old forts of Altit and Baltit in the evening. Overnight in hotel. Day 10 Excursion to Khunjerab Pass This 5 to 6 hours excursion will start early morning and will go to the Khunjerab Pass (4733m), the highest border crossing in the world. During the whole trip we will enjoy the fascinating and spectacular landscapes and also visit to Borit lake, Passu and Gulkin glaciers snouts. We will have chances to see wildlife in the Karakoram National Park. Day 12 Drive to Skardu 5 to 6 hours drive will take us today to the city of Skardu through the narrow gorges of river Indus and Karakoram mountains. Skardu is the commercial and administrative center of the Baltistan region and also the gateway of great Karakoram mountains. Overnight in hotel. Day 13 Free day in S kardu. Day 14 Drive to Rama Lake Across Deosai Plains Today a fascinating journey through Deosai gives a life time experience. The jeep ride will take us to one of the most amazing place, Deosai Plains at the altitude of 4400 meters above sea level. Deosai is the second widest plateau after the Tibetan plateau. The place is full of herbal flowers, streams and lakes. We will take our lunch at there and proceed to Rama lake in the laps of Nanga Parbat. Astore valley gives enormous sceneries. Overnight in hotel. Day 15 Drive to Chilas After having breakfast we will go the upper meadows and in close contact with the Nanga Parbat peak. After the walking excursion we will drive to Chilas, situated on the bank of Indus and the center of Diamir district. Overnight in hotel. Day 16 Drive to Naran over Babusar Pass Early morning we will start the 7-8 hours drive to Naran over Babusar pass. The journey today all have enthralling experiences with ever changing landscape and views. Naran is famous for the lake Saifulmuluk and trout fishing. Day 17 Drive to Shogran (optional) 3 hours drive will take us to one of the most amazing place during our tour. The Shogran valley is panoramic and lush green as well. From here we have options to get rest or go to Saripaya, a stunning attraction. Overnight in hotel. Day 18: Five to Six hours drive will take us to Islamabad. Day 19 : Transfer to airport for onward flight |