4th October: FLY TO ISLAMABAD

Islamabad - Travel from the home country to Islamabad, PAKISTAN. Spend the night on the plane.

5th October: ISLAMABAD

Islamabad - Arrive at Islamabad airport, meet the guide, and transfer to the hotel. After some rest, enjoy sightseeing in Islamabad and Rawalpindi. Overnight stay at a hotel or guest house in Islamabad.

6th October: NARAN VALLEY

Naran - After breakfast, drive from Islamabad to Naran (270 km), a 6-7 hour journey. En route, visit Taxila, then continue via Abbottabad, Mansehra, and Kaghan Valley. Make several stops at viewpoints for tea. After Mansehra, drive to Balakot and enter Kaghan Valley, a lush green area reminiscent of the Alps. Overnight stay at a hotel in Naran.

7th October: HUNZA VALLEY - KARIMABAD

8th October: HUNZA VALLEY - DUIKAR

Hunza Valley - Drive to Hoper, a 1-hour journey, explore the area, then return to Karimabad. Drive to Altit to visit Altit Fort, then continue for 30 minutes to Duikar, at 3000 meters, the highest point of the valley. Overnight stay at a hotel in Duikar.

9th October: HUNZA VALLEY - PASSU

Hunza Valley - Drive to Passu, a 2-hour journey covering around 60 km. Visit a ruby mine, rock carvings, Gulmit Museum, Carpet House, Borith Lake, and the Passu suspension bridge along the way. Overnight stay at a hotel in Passu Village.

10th October: HUNZA VALLEY – KHUNJERAB PASS - KARIMABAD

11th October: KARIMABAD TO PHUNDER

12th October: PHUNDER TO MASTUJ

Hunza - Drive to Mastuj via Shandur Pass (3800 meters), a 7-8 hour drive covering around 120 km. Overnight stay in Mastuj.

13th October: CHITRAL-KALASH BOMBURET

14th October: BOMBURET - KALASH VALLEY

Chitral Valley - In the morning, visit the Museum, then explore local houses, walk around, and meet local people. Overnight stay at a hotel.

15th October: BRIR - AYUN

16th October: SWAT VALLEY

Swat - Drive to Swat Valley via Lowari Tunnel, a 7-8 hour journey covering 230 km. Overnight stay at a hotel in Swat Valley.

17th October: PESHAWAR

Peshawar - In the morning, visit Swat Museum, then drive to Peshawar, a 4-5 hour journey covering 200 km. En route, visit Takht-e-Bahi. Upon arrival in Peshawar, explore various bazaars and, if possible, visit the Museum.

18th October: ISLAMABAD

Islamabad - Continue to Islamabad, a 2-3 hour drive covering around 185 km. Visit Rawalpindi, Bazaar, and a truck painting place. Overnight stay at a hotel in Islamabad.

19th October: DEPARTURE

Islamabad - Depart from Islamabad (transfer to the airport).

• -Hotel accommodation (twin sharing/double room) with full meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner)
• On-board WiFi
• -Visa support letter and required documents of company in order to obtain the visa for Pakistan
• Lunch
• -Toll taxes and parking fee
• Dinner
• In-vehicle air conditioning
• Breakfast
• • Service of English-speaking guide throughout trip
• • Entry fees for Museums, Forts and tourist resort

• -Room services, Laundry charges, beverage, personal telephone calls
• -Any item of personal nature
• -Mineral water during the hotel meals
• • Personal insurance and first aid kit

An autumn journey through North Pakistan offers a breathtaking experience, with its stunning landscapes, vibrant foliage, and delightful weather. A major highlight is the Phool Festival in the Kalash Valley of Chitral, celebrating the conclusion of the harvest season. This lively festival highlights the traditions of the Kalash people residing in the valleys of Bumburet, Rumbur, and Birir. The event presents a unique chance to observe one of the oldest pagan traditions, with its lively colors, joyful celebrations, and magnificent scenery, making it a truly enchanting occasion.

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