High Peaks of Pakistan

Make your own way to the airport to depart for your overnight flight to Islamabad in Pakistan.




Overnight Onboard Flight

Welcome to Islamabad! Our representative will meet you and transfer you, along with your luggage, to the hotel.



 
Overnight in Islamabad

After your breakfast at the hotel, you will be transported to the Islamabad Airport for your domestic flight to Skardu.



After your arrival, you will check-in at the Glamp Pakistan hotel. From there you will go out to see the Deosai National Park. Discover the captivating Deosai National Park, an enchanting high-altitude alpine plateau renowned as the second highest plateau globally, standing at an average elevation of 4,114 meters (13,497 feet). Aptly named \"place of flowers\" in Balti, the Deosai Plateau spans over 400 square kilometers at a staggering elevation of 4,000 meters. Immerse yourself in this unique ecosystem boasting a remarkable array of over 100 species of mountain flora. The park is also a sanctuary to a diverse range of wildlife, including the elusive Snow Leopard, majestic Himalayan Brown Bear, agile Himalayan Ibex, and the magnificent Ladakh Urial. Prepare for an extraordinary encounter with nature's wonders.




Overnight in Skardu

After breakfast, you will drive from Kachura Lake to Hunza Valley, stopping in Gilgit for lunch. The drive is beautiful with several high peaks along the way.




Overnight in Hunza

After breakfast, take a morning domestic flight to Skardu (flight duration 1 hour & subject to weather conditions). Upon arrival, transfer to Skardu city for lunch at Dewan-e-Khas or The Grind Cafe.Explore the bazaar, visit Mantal Rock Carved Buddha, Satpara Lake, and drive to Shigar over Katpana Desert. Enjoy dinner at Serena Shigar Fort.



Ganesh Village: The 1000-year-old Ganesh village is the oldest and first settlement on the ancient Silk Road in the Hunza Valley. The original layout of the village remains, along with three of the original watch towers and seven 500-year-old richly carved mosques.



Altit Fort: Altit Fort is an ancient fort at Altit town in the Hunza valley in Gilgit Baltistan, Pakistan. It was originally home to the hereditary rulers of the Hunza state who carried the title Mir, although they moved to the somewhat younger Baltit fort nearby three centuries later. Altit Fort and in particular the Shikari tower is around 1100 years old, which makes it the oldest monument in the Gilgit–Baltistan.



Eagle's Nest View Point: Perched high in the enchanting Hunza Valley, Eagle Nest View Point offers a breathtaking vantage point to witness the natural splendor of the surrounding landscape. A 20-30 min drive will take you from Hunza to Eagles Nest, at the top you'll be rewarded with panoramic views of the emerald-green terraced fields, quaint villages, and the meandering Hunza River. However, it is the towering peaks of the Karakoram Range that steal the show. On a clear day you can see the majestic Rakaposhi, Golden Peak, Diran Peak, Ultar Sar, and Ladyfinger Peak, each commanding attention with their grandeur. provide a dramatic backdrop. Their snow-capped summits pierce the sky, adding a touch of majesty to the already mesmerizing scene. Take a moment to absorb the serenity of the surroundings and capture the essence of this extraordinary experience, where nature's beauty unfolds in all its breathtaking splendor.




Overnight in Hunza

Todays itinerary includes Gulmit and Attabad. After breakfast, you will visit Ondra Poygah, which is a community-based tourism initiative located in Gulmit village of Gojal Valley. Ondra is the name of a hill, and also the name of an ancient fort, while Poygah in the local Wakhi languages means \"stair\" or \"step\". The Ondra Poygah, thus, is the name given to the steps built by the local community to connect Gulmit village to the Ondra fort. Ondra Fort was built by the local rulers in the 16th century as a strategic high point with views in all directions. Today just the ruins and walls are left. Attabad Lake: Meet the newest lake in Hunza, Attabad Lake. A massive landslide in 2010 blocked the flow of Hunza River for 5 months, and created this 12mile long lake. The village of Attabad is now under water and over 6000 people were displaced. You will also visit the Hussaini Suspension Bridge which is a hanging bridge.




Overnight in Hunza

After enjoying breakfast at hotel, you will visit Borith Lake, Passu Cones, Attabad Lake. Borith Lake is located in Gojal, in upper Hunza. This alpine lake, is a sanctuary for migrating wildfowl and is often visited by bird-watchers and nature lovers. A short trek of one hour each way brings visitors to Ghulkin Glacier. A jeep track continues past Borith Lake, at the end of the jeep track there is a path that leads towards Passu glacier. An hour or so of hiking will get you to the snout of the glacier, you can continue on a steep path that leads you to the glacier. You will then drive to Gilgit from here and visit the Kargah Buddha. This is a carved image of a large standing Buddha, some 50 feet high, in the cliff-face in Karghah Nala. The carving, which is in a style also found in Baltistan, probably dates to the 7th century. The image is surrounded by the holes for a wooden \"image house\" structure, which would have sheltered it from the weather.




Overnight in Hunza

After breakfast, we will hopefully take the early morning flight to Islamabad and if unable to fly we will drive the Silk Road back to Islamabad. Our private bus will be waiting at the airport to transfer us to the hotel and once we have settled in, it will be time to take lunch. After lunch the rest of the day is free for independent sightseeing, shopping or to relax at the hotel. This evening we come together again for a celebratory meal at a local restaurant.



You will have an option to visit Taxila, a UNESCO World Heritage Site located about 35 km from Islamabad, is known for its rich cultural history and archaeological significance. The site was once home to the Gandhara civilization, which flourished here between the 6th century BCE and the 5th century CE. Taxila was also a major centre for Buddhist learning, attracting scholars from all over the world. The Taxila UNESCO World Heritage site is spread across thirty different archaeological sites in the region, including the ancient city of Taxila itself, as well as the nearby sites of Dharmarajika, Mohra Moradu, and Sirkap. Together, these sites provide a fascinating glimpse into the history and culture of the ancient Gandhara civilization. The site is home to numerous Buddhist monasteries and stupas, as well as Hindu and Jain temples, dating back to the Mauryan and Gupta empires. The ruins of ancient universities and libraries, including the famous Taxila University, are also a major draw for visitors interested in the history of education in the region. In addition to its historical significance, Taxila is also an important site for the study of ancient languages and scripts. The city was home to a number of different cultures and faiths, and as a result, scholars have discovered inscriptions in a variety of languages, including Kharosthi, Greek, and Brahmi.




Overnight in Islamabad

In the morning after breakfast, you will be transferred to the Islamabad International Airport to board your flight back home.