CONFLUENCE OF MOUNTAIN RANGES
Trip to Hunza and Baltistan
Overview
Pakistan. An entity formed from the partition of British India along religious lines. The name may evoke many images and stereotypes based on recent news headlines, but this tour aims to dig under the surface and reveal the wonders of this fascinating and vibrant nation.
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Our focus is in the north of the country where multiple tales of the 19th century Great Game between the expanding Russian empire and the British Raj played out over control of the lands here in Central and South Asia.
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Our tour embarks on an exploration of the capital, Islamabad, before setting off for the mountains of the Himalaya, the Karakorum , and Hindu Kush. Ancient towns and villages lie ahead with discoveries of the old forts and dramatic scenery of the mountains. Highlights include the Hunza Valley, Gilgit, Skardu, and Shigar, all important stops on the ancient Silk Road.
   TRIP HIGHLIGHTS
- Explore Capital city of Pakistan and also the twin city Rawalpindi
- Travelling through 4179 m Babusar Pass to Gilgit
- Explore the Hunza valley, visit historic sites & 800 years old forts
- Walk over suspension bridges
- Â Visiting Khunjerab National Park 4500m, Sightseen of wild life
- Admire the stunning azure kachura lake skardu
- Drive through Indus river and enjoying the view of Karakorum Mountain
- Explore Khapulu and Safranga Desert Shigar
- Spectacular view of mountains on the way Islamabad
ITINERARY AT A GLANCE
Days | DETAILS |
1 | Upon arrival at Islamabad, meet at the airport and transfer to hotel. Room will be booked from previous night. Afternoon sightseeing. |
2 | Drive to Through Hazara region to Balakot and continue to Naran, |
3 | Continue over 4179 m Babusar Pass to Gilgit and continue to Hunza. |
4 | Day to visit historic sites & forts. |
5 | Visit Attabad lake, Borith lake & continue to Passu. |
6 | Excursion to Khunjerab National Park. |
7 | Continue to Gilgit. O/n at Serena. |
8 | Drive to Skardu along Indus gorge. Visit K2 museum & Skardu town. |
9 | Drive to Khapulu. Enroute visit Balti villages. |
10 | Day to explore Khapulu, Machulu village and Masherbrum view point. |
11 | Morning drive towards Skardu and continue to Shigar. |
12 | Fly to Islamabad |
13 | Day at Islamabad to relax or visit hill station of Murree. |
14 | Transfer to airport for out bond flight. |
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Moments from the (Hunza and Baltistan)
Cost Included the following mentioned services.
–Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Pakistani Visa assistance and Airport transfers
–          Transportation from arrival at Islamabad to departure with following settings.
Transport at Islamabad and road transfers, for group size 4-5 members, Toyota air-condition van (hi-ace) and for group size 6 +T/L and above will be Toyota air-condition Mini Bus (Toyota Coaster.
Transport in the North by 4 x4 Air -conditioned land cruiser (Toyota Land cruiser-Prado TX and TZ, Passengers each vehicle.
- Domestic airfare as per itinerary plus road transfers incase of flight cancelation.
- Accommodation: As specified in the cost for each town. Best available Hotels in town, on double (sharing) occupancy basis.
- Meals: American Breakfast – Lunch- Dinner- One (short break) for tea/coffee between 10 -11 AM and evening Tea/ coffee break between 4-5 PM. Mineral water (Nestle or Aquaphina )during Lunch and Dinner time. Mineral water as specified above all daylong including for rooms and all day during the site seeing or travel on the road. A picnic box will be carried during the long travel days, with enough snacks , dry fruits, nuts, soft drinks and mineral water.
- All entry fees to Museums, forts and National Park Areas or any tool taxes, and any other applicable taxes on any service.
- Service of Gov’t licenced, experienced and English speaking guides drivers, any porters needed, any support staff, during the trip.
- Gratitude at hotels, restaurants and at other places during the trip.
- Free Accommodation, meals, transport and other above mention service for one Tour leader .
- Cost for Covid -19 PCR tests and other required documentation for return journey.
Not Included in Trip Cost:
- Personal Insurance, medication & clothing.
- International airfare.
- Pakistan visa fees.
- En route hotels, meals, ground arrangements and services not noted in the itinerary.
- Meals not noted in the itinerary.
- Items of a personal nature including but not limited to bottled water in hotels, additional beverages, laundry, room service, and telecommunication, etc.
- Customary end of trip gratuities.
- Additional expenses incurred as a result of delays beyond the control.
- Any ground arrangements and services not mentioned in the itinerary
and list of services included.
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