Chaumus Fastival at Kelash
Chaumus Festival at Kelash
Festival Dates; 19 December to 23 December
Tour Overview
Experience the magical winter landscapes and vibrant cultural traditions of northern Pakistan on this unique journey through Swat Valley, Chitral Valley, the Kalash Valleys, Gilgit, and Hunza Valley.
This extraordinary winter expedition combines breathtaking mountain scenery, unique tribal traditions, winter festivals, local hospitality, wildlife experiences, and cultural exploration. The highlight of the tour is participation in the famous Choimus Festival, the most important winter celebration of the Kalash people, featuring traditional music, dances, rituals, and community festivities. Travelers will also explore the majestic Hindu Kush and Karakoram mountains while experiencing winter life in remote northern valleys.
Tour Highlights
- Explore the beautiful capital city of Islamabad
- Scenic drives through Swat, Chitral, and the Hindu Kush mountains
- Experience the unique Choimus Festival celebrations in Kalash Valley
- Meet the indigenous Kalash people and learn about their ancient traditions
- Visit historic Chitral Valley and Chitral Fort
- Enjoy breathtaking winter landscapes and snow-covered valleys
- Sight wildlife including the famous Markhor in the Chitral region
- Explore the mountain communities of Gilgit and Hunza
- Visit Altit and upper Hunza villages
- Experience local winter sports and traditional mountain culture
- Stay in beautiful heritage hotels and mountain guest houses
Sketch Itinerary
Day Destination Highlights Day 01 Islamabad Arrival and city sightseeing Day 02 Swat Valley Scenic drive via Swat Expressway Day 03 Chitral Valley Drive through Lowari Tunnel and Hindu Kush landscapes Day 04 Kalash Valleys Drive to Bamboret and Chaumos Festival activities Day 05 Kalash Valley Explore villages and enjoy winter festivities Day 06 Chitral Chitral Fort, bazaar, wildlife excursion Day 07 Swat Valley Return drive through Lowari Tunnel Day 08 Gilgit Scenic drive via Shangla Pass Day 09 Gilgit Local exploration and leisure Day 10 Altit Drive to Hunza and winter sports activities Day 11 Upper Hunza Explore Gojal villages and wildlife Day 12 Upper Hunza Cultural activities and local interaction Day 13 Gilgit Return drive to Gilgit Day 14 Islamabad Flight to Islamabad Day 15 Islamabad Relaxation and sightseeing Day 16 Departure Transfer to airport
Pictures from Chaumos Festival at Kalash
Services included:
The quoted cost include the following services.
– Pakistani Visa assistance and Airport transfers.
– Transportation for the entire trip from Islamabad to Ialamabadwith following settings.
– For group size 1-2 there will be 4X4 land cruiser TZ or Toyota Grand cabin van throughout the trip.
– Domestic flight fare in Economy class Islamabad & Gilgit to Islamabad.
– Accommodation: As specified in the cost for each town, on double occupancy basis.
– Meals: American Breakfast – Lunch- Dinner- Tea/ coffee, 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.
– Camping at Chitral Gol National Park.
– 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.
Not Included in Trip Cost:
– Personal Insurance, medication & clothing.
– Any domestic/international airfare not mentioned in the services included.
– Pakistan visa fees.
– En route hotels, meals, ground arrangements and services not noted in the itinerary.
– Items of a personal nature including but not limited to bottled water in hotels, additional beverages,
laundry, internet, 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
