Islamabad Texila Chilas Gilgit Hunza 12 days Tour

Tour itinerary: Islamabad → Taxila → Kohistan → Abbottabad → Islamabad

12-Day Tour from Islamabad: Taxila, Chilas, Gilgit-Baltistan, and Hunza

Day 1: Islamabad to Taxila

• Depart from Islamabad.
• Explore the ancient city of Taxila, visiting the Taxila Museum and archaeological sites.
• Overnight stay in Taxila.

Day 2: Taxila to Chilas

• Drive to Chilas via the Karakoram Highway.
• Enjoy scenic views of the Indus River and surrounding mountains.
• Overnight stay in Chilas.

Day 3: Chilas to Gilgit

• Continue the journey to Gilgit.
• Visit the Nanga Parbat viewpoint and the junction of three mountain ranges.
• Overnight stay in Gilgit.

Day 4: Gilgit Exploration

• Explore Gilgit city, including the Gilgit Bazaar and Kargah Buddha.
• Visit the Gilgit Bridge, one of the longest suspension bridges in Asia.
• Overnight stay in Gilgit.

Day 5: Gilgit to Hunza

• Drive to Hunza, stopping at the Rakaposhi View Point.
• Arrive in Karimabad, Hunza.
• Overnight stay in Karimabad.

Day 6: Hunza Exploration

• Visit Baltit and Altit Forts.
• Explore the local markets and enjoy the stunning views of the Hunza Valley.
• Overnight stay in Karimabad.

Day 7: Hunza to Khunjerab Pass

• Drive to Khunjerab Pass, the highest paved international border crossing in the world.
• Pass through Attabad Lake and the scenic Passu Cones.
• Return to Karimabad for overnight stay.

Day 8: Hunza to Nagar

• Visit Hoper Glacier and the picturesque Nagar Valley.
• Enjoy the serene landscapes and local culture.
• Overnight stay in Karimabad.

Day 9: Hunza to Skardu

• Drive to Skardu, passing through the scenic valleys and along the Indus River.
• Overnight stay in Skardu.

Day 10: Skardu Exploration

• Visit Shangrila Resort (Lower Kachura Lake) and Upper Kachura Lake.
• Explore Skardu Bazaar and Kharpocho Fort.
• Overnight stay in Skardu.

Day 11: Skardu to Chilas

• Drive back to Chilas, enjoying the scenic journey.
• Overnight stay in Chilas.

Day 12: Chilas to Islamabad

• Return to Islamabad, concluding the tour.

This 12-day tour offers a rich blend of cultural heritage, historical sites, and breathtaking landscapes, providing an unforgettable experience of Northern Pakistan.