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Sample Itinerary
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| Day 01 |
Arrival at Rawalpindi/Islamabad. Overnight stay.
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| Day 02 |
Leave for Skardu by air. The one hour flight to Skardu is one of the most
beautiful flights in the world. Sightseeing at Skardu. Overnight at Skardu.
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| Day 03 |
Leave for Khaplu valley, 4 hours drive. A beautiful Balti village full
of fruits and surrounded by lofty Karakoram peaks. Overnight at Khaplu
(Rest house/Camp).
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| Day 04 |
Khaplu - sightseeing, hiking etc.
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| Day 05 |
Leave for Skardu. Overnight stay at Skardu.
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| Day 06 |
Day trip to Shigar valley, gateway to the famous Karakoram Peaks including
K-2, world's 2nd highest mountain, Gasherbrum chain and numerous other
Peaks. Overnight stay at Skardu.
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| Day 07 |
Morning visit to Satpara Lake. This lake is known for its scenic beauty
and excellent trout fishing. In the afternoon leave for Kachura lake. Overnight
stay at Shangri-La/Skardu.
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| Day 08 |
Early morning departure for Gilgit 6 hours drive through Indus Gorge.
Overnight stay at Gilgit.
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| Day 09 |
Leave for Hunza, driving along the Hunza river on the Karakoram Highway
which links China with Pakistan. The valleys of Hunza and Nagar are some
of the most beautiful valleys in the northern parts of Pakistan. The people
of this area are known for their legendary good health, longevity and hospitality.
Rakaposhi accessible only by 4 to 5 hrs. Walk from the road, dominates
the whole valley. This area is full of apricots, apples, grapes and peaches.
After 4 hours drive through this beautiful valley, we will reach Gulmit
Village, a lovely remote village of Hunza, overnight at Gulmit.
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| Day 10 |
Visit Batura glaciers, 45 minutes drive from Gulmit. 50 miles short of
China border visit Hoper village from where one can enjoy the beautiful
scenery of Rakaposhi chain and Barpu glaciers. Afternoon departure for
Gilgit. Overnight at Gilgit.
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| Day 11 |
Day trip to Naltar, 3 hours drive, a lush green valley surrounded by Hindukush
range, glaciers and pine trees. This place is known for its wild life like
Markhor, Ibex and snow Leopards. Overnight at Gilgit.
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| Day 12 |
Morning departure for Phander Lake, 9 hours drive. Along the Gilgit river
with beautiful scenery of Ghizr valley. Besides it scenic beauty, Phander
lake is well known for its trout fishing. This is one of the best fishing
spots in Pakistan. Overnight Camping.
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| Day 13 |
Rest day at Phandar lake (fishing, hiking). Overnight camping.
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| Day 14 |
Leave for Chitral via Shandur Pass. After 8 to 10 hours drive reach Chitral.
Overnight at Chitral.
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| Day 15 |
Leave for Kalash valley, 2 hours drive to village Bamburet. The people
inhabiting these valleys are the primitive Pagan Tribes of Pakistan, who
are known as Kafir Kalash. They are known for their own ancient culture
and religion. Overnight at PWD Rest House.
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| Day 16 |
Morning visit to village Birir, and hiking, etc. Afternoon leave for Chitral.
Overnight Chitral.
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| Day 17 |
Day trip to Garm Chashma, known for its hot springs and mountain scenery
of Hindukush range. Overnight at Gilgitl.
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| Day 18 |
Morning departure for Peshawar by air. Sightseeing tour of Peshawar and
vicinity. Overnight stay at Peshawar.
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| Day 19 |
Morning visit to Khyber Pass, the prime attraction of Peshawar.
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| Day 20 |
Leave for Swat valley. Sightseeing and visit to Museum situated between
Mingora and Saidu Sharif. It has a rich collection of Gandhara art.
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| Day 21 |
Morning departure for Miandam. This is an exciting tourist resort of great
natural beauty. On the way visit Madian and Bahrain, with beautiful terraced
fields, wild flowers, studded slopes and fruit laden trees. Overnight stay
at Miandam.
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| Day 22 |
Leave for Kalam. The last destination of Swat valley, which is ideal for
hiking, trekking and trout fishing. Overnight at Kalam.
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| Day 23 |
Departure to Saidu Sharif which is a 4 hours drive. Overnight at Saidu
Sharif.
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| Day 24 |
Morning departure for Balakot. Overnight at Balakot.
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| Day 25 |
Leave for Kaghan valley, one of the most beautiful valleys of Pakistan
with lush green valley lakes and rivers full of trout fish, and above all
the Majestic Himalayan Mountains. Overnight stay at Shogran/Camping. Shogran
is 7750 ft. above sea level.
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| Day 26 |
Morning departure for Naran driving along the river Kunhar. Naran serves
as base camp for the whole Kaghan Valley. Overnight stay at Naran.
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| Day 27 |
Visit Lake Saifulmuluk, 6 miles from Naran.
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| Day 28 |
Visit Lalazar for trekking and hiking etc.
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| Day 29 |
Afternoon departure. Overnight stay at Balakot.
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| Day 30 |
Arrival at Rawalpindi/Islamabad. Overnight stay.
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| Day 31 |
Sightseeing Rawalpindi, Islamabad and Taxila. Departure for home destination.
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