Hike the high peaks of Pakistan in 12 days

Islamabad

Day 1: Day 1: Welcome to Islamabad!

Welcome to Pakistan. When you land in Islamabad, the capital city, you will get keen sense that you are now on the start of an adventure!  The morning is free to recover from your journey. In the afternoon and we offer an optional walk to the Margalla hills surrounding the capital. Later the trek leaders will give a full trip briefing on the adventure you are about to embark on. We will conclude our evening with a group dinner, this will be an opportunity for everyone to get to know each other. Get to know your fellow travelers.

Gilgit - Hunza

Day 2: Day 2: Exploring Picturesque Hunza

Get ready for some natural beauty. Early in the morning, we'll take an hour's flight to Gilgit. Make sure to grab the window seat to spot the foothills of the snow-topped Himalayas that lead to Nanga Parbat. After tucking into some lunch in Gilgit, we'll make our way to Hunza, pausing for views of the great mass of Rakaposhi - the 27th highest mountain in the world.  You are almost at the top of the world!

Hunza

Day 3: Day 3: Discover History in Hunza and Karimabad

Travel back in time to the 1,100-year-old Altit fort, the
original seat of the Hunza state and the oldest monument in Gilgit-Baltistan. Skip forward a few years to discover the 700-year-old Baltit Fort where the fascinating Mir (title of the Hunza ruler) lived in until the 1950s. These forts will truly give you an amazing sense of the history of this area and leave you truly stunned.

Just behind the fort awaits breathtaking views of the Hunza Valley, with its forested peaks and terraced fields. Bring a photo!

Hunza

Day 4: Day 4: Traverse the Khunjerab Pass

Did you ever think you will cross the highest border in the world?  This amazing land route to the Chinese border is called Khunjerab Pass and stretches 4,934m (16,187ft), the highest border crossing in the world.

The scenery is otherworldly, not least of all at our last stop for the night, Attabad Lake which was formed in 2010 after a landslide that blocked the flow of the river.  Such a unique landscape that is a part of the local history.

Fairy Meadows

Day 5: Day 5: Hiking to the Fairy Meadows

Have a relaxed morning in this scenic area before starting the journey to the magically named Fairy Meadows. We'll stop for lunch in Gilgit at Raikot bridge and take a bumpy Jeep ride over a 17km steep and narrow dirt road to Tattu village. Here, we'll hit a well-established hiking trail to Fairy Meadows for a gentle 2-3 hours climb up to a mountain lodge with views of Nanga Parbat. This place will soothe your soul as you look across the lake into the snow covered mountains!

Fairy Meadows

Day 6: Day 6: A hike to Beyal or climb to Nana Parbat

Today, you will choose your own adventure. You'll have the choice taking a relaxed four-hour round-trip hike to the beautiful settlement of Beyal or the more challenging eight-hour round-trip route to gorgeous Nana Parbat base camp. If you'd like to hang up your walking boots for the day, take some time out to kick back and enjoy your surroundings.

Kachura

Day 7: Day 7: Picturesque Views of Kachura Lake

After a leisurely morning we retrace our steps, back to the beautiful Jhel where we continue the drive to Raikot bridge. We switch transports at the bridge and drive to Shigar valley. The road to our resort has beautiful views of high peaks. Katchura Lakes are two beautiful alpine lakes. We will have an optional hike to upper Kachura lake, for those interested it is possible to go on a super fun boating and fish for Trout in these lakes.

Khaplu

Day 8: Day 8: Beautiful Fort Visits on the Path to Khaplu

Today is a chance to seem some truly amazing forts! In the morning we will visit the historic Kharpocho fort and continue on a beautiful drive to Khaplu.  Next we stop at the 18th century Khaplu Khanqah and the Chaqchan Mosque where you will get another taste of the rich history of this region.  We will stop for lunch at beautiful restored palace where we will spend the night and sleep like royalty.

Khaplu

Day 9: Day 9: Amazing Hike and Palace Relaxing

Starting in the morning we will hike to the 500 year old Thoksikar Fort, located at a high point with 360 views of Khaplu and Shyok river. This place has some truly wonderful sights! The day is set for you to relax and enjoy the serene setting of the Palace. There's nothing like relaxing in a palace and having some warm tea.

Skardu - Islamabad

Day 10: Day 10: Travel Back to Islamabad

It's time to head back to where it all began with a peaceful drive to Skardu and a late morning flight to Islamabad. Our private transport will transfer us to the hotel where you can get settled in and rest a bit. For lunch we will have a delicious local meal that will make your taste buds happy. After lunch the rest of the day is free for independent sightseeing, shopping or to relax at the hotel. Make sure to grab some souvenirs and take some photos.

Islamabad

Day 11: Day 11: Culture Tour of Islamabad

After a relaxed morning, you will have a chance to visit some of amazing sights in Islamabad, including Faisal Mosque and the national institute of folk heritage, buy local handicrafts and we will arrange a tour of carpet shopping. You will definitely want to buy some of the amazing artworks and crafts. After relaxing at the hotel, we will head to the Margalla hills for a celebration dinner to end an amazing experience. So be ready to feast and drink the night away in celebration of your amazing trip.

Islamabad

Day 12: Day 12: Farewell to Pakistan!

Sadly your time in Pakistan has come to an end, but we have a feeling you'll be back soon!