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The Silk Route Tour

The Karakoram Highway, built on the ancient Silk Route through the North, one of the wonders of the modern age opened a new outlet for the world. There was a day when desolate natural extremes, daunted to the most experienced travellers. For centuries, the Silk Route remained the sole trail for the caravans of merchants, savage invaders or devoted Buddhist pilgrims for their exoduses. This dangerous route, for centuries, ever attempted by the most, determined and loin-hearted adventurers became luxurious today by availing the facility of transports and accommodation all the way. Travelling under the ‘roof of the world’ along the Indus River, enjoying all the way to its fantastic and historic destinations of Peshawar, Swat, Gilgit and Hunza, sighting the fascinating vales and peaks including 8125m Nanga Parbat, 7788M Rakaposhi, the tour will culminate at 4703m Khunjerab Pass, the highest paved border-crossing on earth between Pakistan and China. Let experience a lifetime journey through bounties of nature and cultural variation of the Northern Pakistan.

Day 01:  Islamabad

Arrive at Islamabad International Airport. Welcome by chogholingsa  staff and transfer to Hotel. First we will have lunch and proceed for sightseeing of Islamabad. We will go to Shah Faisal Mosque, Daman-e-Koh for a panoramic view of Islamabad, and markets to see real collection of oriental carpets and others. After a traditional Pakistani dinner we will return to hotel for over night stay.

Day 02: Drive to Besham

We will start our 8 hours drive early morning to Besham, the headquarter town and commercial centre of the Shangla District in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa province. The town gives very comfortable overnight in modest hotels along the River Indus. Rest of the of the day at leisure.

Day 03: Drive to Gilgit

After breakfast we will start 9 hours drive to Gilgit on KKH. Today the journey will take us to the stunning sceneries of Nanga Parbat, Rakaposhi and Haramosh peaks. The day is tiring but also rewarding. We will travel via Patan, Komila, Dassu, and Chilas towns along the Indus River. We will see many rock carvings and inscriptions on KKH today. The Silk Route rock art is just like a guest book of explorers,  merchants, warriors, and pilgrims from prehistoric periods.

Day 04: Gilgit Sightseeing

The day will spend on exploring this historically rich city of the mountainous region. Gilgit has an important historical background as it lies on the crossroads of central and southern Asia. The city influenced by Kirghiz. Chinese, Arabs,  and Tibetans. The place was also historical a market place where the Silk Road merchants and travelers barter goods and exchange ideas. In 13th century Marco polo also travelled through the town on his way to China. After breakfast we will go to Kargah Nala to see the seventh century rock carved Buddha, a monastery and stupas. We have chances to watch the famous polo tournaments at evening.

Day 05 : Drive to Hunza

Today journey to Hunza Karimabad will experience you by stunning nature and welcoming culture. We will travel and stay with close contact with giant mountain peaks. After breakfast we will take jeep drive to Hunza. At Chalt we will see the the line of collision between Indian subcontinent and Asian geological plates. We will halt for refreshment and photography at the foot of 7788 meters high Rakaposhi peak, 27th highest. We will reach Karimabad at lunch time and will visit to the 400 yeas old Altit and Baltit forts. You will also enjoy the views of great mountains just from the window of your hotel. The town is dominated and surrounded by Passu, Shishpar, Ultar, and Rakaposhi, over 7,000 meters high.

Day 06:  Khunjerab Excursion

This 5 to 6 hours excursion will start early morning and will go to the Khunjerab Pass (4733m), the highest paved road 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. The Ganesh watch tower and rock carvings are also worth places which will be visited today. We will have chances to see wildlife in the Karakoram National Park. Back to hotel for dinner and over night stay.

Day 07:     Free day for just relax or take optional  walks and shops.

Day 08:     Drive back to Chilas.

Day 09:     Drive to Islamabad(9 10 hours)

 Day 10     Transfer to Airport for onward flight.

          

    Included

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    DETAILS

    01

    Airport pick and drop

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    Accommodation bed & B.fast, twin bedroom in Islamabad and other cities standard air-condition rooms.

    03

    Flight Ticket or transportation from Islamabad/ Skardu/ Gilgit/chitral or from these cities to Islamabad

    04

    Skardu/Gilgit/Hunza Hotel (bed & breakfast)

    05

    Two nights in Chilas/ Besham hotel (bed & breakfast) incase of flight cancellation.

    06

    Jeeps Skardu/Askoli/ Hushe/ Skardu/shimshal/Chitral/Kalash or vice virsa.

    07

    Wages, insurance, food equipment of cook

    08

    Wages, insurance, food equipment of Assistant cook,

    09

    Wages, insurance, food of Porter Sirdar

    10

    Porter Payment, Low altitude porters.

    11

    Baggage,75 kg (going time) and 50 kgs  (on return) for expedition 45 days or more and 25 kg for trekking group & trekking peak    

    12

    Full board camp food during trek & at base camp.

    13

    Mess tent, Kitchen tent, store tent, table , chairs and kitchen equipment

    14

    Reconfirmation of international flight tickets.

    15

    Camping fees, road taxes & bridge crossing of expedition members & Porters.

    16

    Porters Equipments.

    17

    Assistance in obtaining climbing permit and other documentations

    18

    Briefing and debriefing in the Ministry of tourism

    19

    CKNP fee: US $ 150/per member

    20

    1000 US$ guarantee pollution fee.

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    200 US$ environmental protection fund.

    22

    Fuel, Tarpaulin, and Stove for porters.

    23

    Kerosene Oil for porter and Members

    24

    Toilet tent and shower tent

    25

    Members will have individual D-4  in Base camp tents, and mattress for expeditions more than one month

    26

    LO insurance or guide transport and hotel/ equipment and TA/DA.

    27

    Royalty fee and additional member fee

    Excluded

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    DETAILS

    01

    Sleeping bags, rucksacks and personal clothing.

    02

    Medication, ground evacuation and helicopter rescue (US$15,000) of any kind.

    03

    Room services, laundry charges, beverages and items of personal nature. Phone /communication

    04

    Climbing food beyond base camp, equipment, high altitude Porters wages bills.

    05

    Insurance or liability of any members.

    06

    Tip to staff

    07

    Custom clearing and forwarding agent’s charge.

    08

    Food & drinks during stay in hotel (City)

    09

    Transport to other cities or places out of itinerary

    10

    Custom clearing and forwarding agent’s charge.

    11

    Extra baggage charges during international or domestic flight

    12

    Insurance or liability of any members.

    TERMS & CONDITION:

    Chogholingsa Trek &Tours promulgates its terms and conditions for any kind of trip, trekking, mountaineering, hiking, rafting, wild safaris and other services being operated so far by the company. The terms and conditions set forth will bring forward its limitations before any interested visitor advances for the programs alluded.

    What should our clients do for reservation of any kind of services provided by the company?

    40% of payment in advance should be made up 1 month earlier or as soon as the trip is confirmed, since it is a proof that you are sure to attempt the trip. It should be done as alluded so that the company can manage all the necessary documents, permissions and required field staffs.

    The full settlement of the payment should be cleared before the client proceeds for the trip or any kind of service at the arrival in Pakistan.

    The advance payment is not refundable in case of overturning the trip in any condition on behalf of the client.

    The advance payment is only refundable if the holding company shows any technical impediments regarding the trip.

    No refund is made for 40% deposit amount in case of delay arrival, no show or cancellation of trip for any other else reason.

    For any consideration regarding the terms alluded, a bilateral negotiation can be attempted between the hosting company and the client
    The advance payment can be directly deposited to our bank account through any bank in the world.
     

    1: REFUND:

    No refund will be made for 50% deposit amount in case of cancellation of trip for any other else reason. Having paid full amount of any trip, you’re entitled to incur refund in case if you want to cancel your trip. Still, cancellation charge is invoiced to you. Written notification of your cancellation should be made to cancel any trip. Nevertheless, you’re imposed cancellation charge as advised below: –

    2: SUPPLEMENT CHARGE:

    On our holidays tour / trek packages, rooms or tents are provided in twin sharing basis. Thus, single room supplement charge will be imposed to client who does not have another tour participant to share room / tent with.

    3: INCOMPLETE TOUR:

    No refund will be made to clients who drop out from the journey regardless of whatever portions remain unused in the itinerary.

    4: CLIENTS’ RESPONSIBLE:

    A tour / trek guide who represents Chogholingsa trek & Tours deserves all authority during your tours. If you commit any unlawful act, you are compelled to leave the tour. No refund will be made in such case.

    5: IMPACT ON YOUR JOURNEY:

    We put our every effort to ensure comfortable traveling of yours,but it is must to understand that what you might be accustomed to in the western affluent countries, the Asian countries can’t afford such facilities. Weather is another factor that directly impact on your journey. Hence, patience in mind, enthusiasm and proper preparation before head is must to venture into journey.

    6:  TRAVEL INSURANCE:

    You must purchase comprehensive travel insurance package against medical, natural calamity, helicopter evacuation, personal accident, trip cancellation etc. This is  suggested to all our esteemed clients.

    7: TOUR AMENDMENT:
    To make alterations of any trek / tour itinerary, prior notice is requested. You’re advised to stay in touch with us thus. But occasionally, you may be obliged to do so en route under certain circumstance for instance bad weather etc.

    8: PAPERS AND DOCUMENTS:

    All necessary documents should be presented in sequence for example to issue visa, necessary permits etc. We’re not accountable in case of any trip formality not completed in time before the trip departs on the absent of essential papers and documents.

    9:  RISK AND RESPONSIBILITY:

    Your safety and enjoyment is our prime concern. We therefore carry out our responsibility honestly & sincerely to ensure your holiday trouble–free as well as you have desired. Nevertheless, unless stated otherwise, trip may be change under uncertain and inherent circumstances such as land-slides, road blockage, flood, snow political unrest, cancellation of flight, delay arrival, sickness or accidents etc. Any extra cost incurring there is your personal responsibility and should be borne on the spot.

    10: FLIGHT DELAY / CANCELLATION:

    There is virtually possibility of flight delay or postponement for notorious weather in Karakoram & Himalayan Mountain regions of Pakistan which could be happened,  especially during off season, you’re highly advised to reserve extra days to prepare with some delays and avoid frustrating consequence. In case of flight cancellation pre-tour/post-tour, you need to meet your accommodation and food costs yourself.

    Chogholingsa trek & Tours puts every effort to ensure your comfortable traveling, but it is must to understand that what you might be accustomed to in the other affluent countries, the Asian countries can’t afford such facilities. Weather is another factor that directly impacts your journey. Hence, patience in mind, enthusiasm and proper preparation before beginning is must to venture into journey.

    01  RESERVATIONS / PAYMENTS:

    A non-refundable deposit of $300 or 15% of the tour is required in order to make a reservation with the company. Total balance is due 3 weeks prior to departure. When price once fixed then any extra expenses will not be charged to the client
    →02  MODE OF PAYMENT:   Bank Transfer:

    Account Details

    Bank Name:

    Habib Bank Pvt.LTD.

    Account Title:

    Chogholingsa

    IBAN NO:

    PK73 HABB 0004767901352403

    swift code

    HABBPKKA Or HABBPKKA476

    Branch Code

    0476

    Branch name:

    Main Bazar Branch Skardu

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