Pakistan Tour- Explore Hunza Valley
Highlights
- Karakoram Hughway
- Hunza Valley
- Altit Fort
- Attabad lake
- Khunjerab Border
Overview
Hunza Nagar is a hamlet surrounded by the most mesmerizing mountains of the Karakorum group including Rakaposhi, Diran, Golden, Shishper and Passu Peaks. The views are breath taking and the feeling is of paradise on earth. The two kingdoms of Hunza and Nagar coexisted as rivals and that kept them battle hardened and creative. The ancient Silk Route also passes through the valley and its traces are found at many places; it connected Indus Civilization with the Chinese Civilization.
Modern time Hunza Nagar is synonymous with women empowerment and cultural emancipation. Winter sports including Ice Hockey is a new addition on the atlas of the region and has added color to the otherwise dull winter life in the region. Cherry blossom and autumn dry leaves are the unforgettable scenes. Attabad lake and Altit/Baltit Forts are places of special significance in the region.
The traces of the global warming and climate change can also be seen firsthand on the glacial slopes. All these beauties and remnants are along the Karakorum Highway (KKH) and the place has comfortable rendezvous for the travelers.
Hunza valley is one of the most beautiful valley situated in the upper northern part of Pakistan. It
links the border of Pakistan with China. The best thing about Hunza is the hospitality of the
locals, traditional food and many beautiful and historical places to visit. Many of the highest
peaks in the world are situated in the valley and also known as the valley of the climbers. The
lush green fields and scenic views of the peaks will leave a memorable insight in your life when
you plan a tour to Hunza with us. The best view comes from the clear Rakaposhi Peak from
Hunza.
The small hilly town of Hunza is Duikar from where you can see central Hunza in a bird eye
view. Other famous places include the historical Altit and Baltit fort, Attabad Lake, Old
Settlement in Ganish, Ondra Poygah, Old House Gulmit, Korgah Carpet Center, Hussaini
Suspension bridge, Borith Lake, Ghulkin Village, Passu Cones, Rainbow Bridge and Khunjerab
Pass.
- Day 1 - Islamabad and lahore Tour
When you will land in Islamabad or Lahore international airport, our driver will pick you for a
night stay in any of the city. You can enjoy your stay at Islamabad/Lahore in any of the best
luxurious hotel as per package. - Day 2 - Islamabad/Lahore to Chilas/Naran:
The next day early morning, we shall drive you through the mountainous areas to Chilas. We
shall be using either Karakoram Highway or the road through Naran/Kaghan to Babusar Top. It
is approximately ten-hour drive to Chilas. On the way, you will experience the beauty of
Naran/Kaghan Valley or the highest paved Karakorum Highway towards Chilas. We will have a
night stay in Chilas, which is the beginning town of Gilgit Baltistan. - Day 3 - Chilas to Hunza:
The next day we will depart from Chilas for Hunza Valley, which is approximately six hours
journey. This time we shall be taking you through the Karakorum Highway. You will experience
the longest mountainous ranges on the way towards Hunza. i.e. the Karakorum and Hindukush
mountain ranges. We shall have a short stay at the confluence point of the three highest
mountain ranges (Karakoram, Himalaya & Hindukush). Our second stop will be at Rakaposhi
viewpoint in Nagar Valley. Our night stay will be in one of the best hotel in Hunza. - Day 4 - Visit to Historical Places and Local Markets:
On day four, we shall be visiting Altit and Baltit fort in Hunza with an entry ticket to both the
places, where the historical traditions of the former Hunza State are preserved. Guides inside
the forts shall be briefing us about the history of the forts and the traditions of the locals at that
time. The next step shall be the visit to the local market of Karimabad, where you will find many
traditional items of Hunza and can enjoy the traditional cuisines too. - Day 5 - Visit to Attabad Lake and Adjacent Areas:
The next day after having our breakfast, we shall be visiting old settlement of Ganish Village on
our way to Attabad Lake, where we would have a short stay and witness the old civilization.
Attabad Lake is just 25-minute drive from Ganish where we shall be experiencing boat ride on
payment. On the same day, we shall be visiting Ondra Poygah in Gulmit village, which is the
longest and highest stairs in Pakistan. On climbing at the top of the demolished fort of Ondra
you will witness the mesmerizing view of Attabad Lake and Gulmit village in the south and in the
north you will see the Passu Cones and Ghulkin Village. We shall have stay in one of the best
hotel in Gulmit to save our time rather to travel back to Karimabad. - Day 6 - Visit to Hussaini Suspension Bridge, Borith Lake, Passu Cones and Rainbow Bridge:
On this day, we shall be traveling towards Hussaini Suspension Bridge over the Hunza River
and regarded as one of the dangerous bridge. The bridge has steps with gaps in between
where one has to be careful while crossing it. After a short stay at the bridge we shall be moving
towards Borith Lake just 2 KMs away from the Hussaini Suspension Bridge. It’s a natural lake
formed from underground water where you can enjoy boating and have a cup of tea in the
natural environment. After visiting Borith Lake we shall be heading towards Passu where on the
way you will be witnessing Passu Glacier from Karakoram Highway, where we shall be having a
short stop for photography. Then we shall go to Passu Cones and Rainbow Bridge situated in
Passu village. - Day 7 - Visit to Khunjerab Pass:
On day 7, early in the morning after having our breakfast we shall be travelling towards
Khunjerab Pass (Pak-China Border). It is located at the elevation of 4,693 meters. The weather
at the top of the border is very cold and one has to take warm clothes with his/her. Khunjerab
Pass is approximately 120 KMs from Passu. The border between Pakistan and China has vast
space with snowcapped mountains and lush greenery around. You can enjoy the minus
temperature in summer on the top. - Day 8 - Fly back to Islamabad:
After having seven days of joyful tour to different touristic places of Hunza our journey will come
to an end and we shall be travelling back to Islamabad by Air from Gilgit City. - Day 9 - Fly Back to Home Country
Transfer to Airport and flight to home country
- Transportation
- Hotel Accommodation
- Domestic Flight Tickets
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Basic First Aid Kit
- Complementary Family Dinner
- International Flight Tickets
- Visa Fee
- Insurance
- Tips