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GILGIT BALTISTAN & KALASH VALLEY TOUR VIA SHANDUR PASS

Embark on an epic 16-day journey through the majestic landscapes and rich cultures of Gilgit-Baltistan and the enchanting Kalash Valleys, culminating in a traverse of the legendary Shandur Pass. This comprehensive tour combines scenic flights, thrilling jeep drives, and cultural immersion, offering a deep insight into the diverse regions of northern Pakistan, from the historical forts of Hunza and Baltistan to the unique traditions of the Kalash people.
  • 16 Days
  • June-November
  • 6-12 people
  • 4.5 (224 reviews)
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Tour Overview

Embark on an epic 16-day journey through the majestic landscapes and rich cultures of Gilgit-Baltistan and the enchanting Kalash Valleys, culminating in a traverse of the legendary Shandur Pass. This comprehensive tour combines scenic flights, thrilling jeep drives, and cultural immersion, offering a deep insight into the diverse regions of northern Pakistan, from the historical forts of Hunza and Baltistan to the unique traditions of the Kalash people.
  • Route Highlights
Islamabad – Skardu – Khaplu – Shigar – Karimabad (Hunza) – Hoper – Passu – Khunjerab Pass – Gilgit – Phander (Ghizer Valley) – Shandur Pass – Buni – Chitral – Bumburate (Kalash) – Islamabad

Why Choose This Tour?

Diverse Landscapes

From Karakoram peaks to Kalash valleys

Cultural Contrast

Experience both Islamic and Kalash traditions

Legendary Pass

Cross the famous Shandur Pass (3,700m)

Comprehensive Itinerary

Covers all major northern highlights in one tour

Detailed Itinerary

Day 01

ISLAMABAD

Arrival at Islamabad.

Day 02

ISLAMABAD – SKARDU – KHAPLU

01 hr. flight to Skardu, then 03 hrs. drive to Khaplu.

Day 03

KHAPLU

Full day excursion in Khaplu.

Day 04

KHAPLU – SHIGAR

03 hrs. drive to Shigar.

Day 05

SHIGAR – SKARDU

01 hr. drive back to Skardu.

Day 06

SKARDU – KARIMABAD (HUNZA)

06 hrs. drive to Karimabad, Hunza.

Day 07

HUNZA

Day free to visit Baltit Fort and local villages.

Day 08

HUNZA – HOPER – PASSU

03 hrs. drive to Passu via Hoper.

Day 09

PASSU – KHUNJERAB PASS – PASSU

Full day trip to visit the Chinese border at Khunjerab Pass and return to Passu.

Day 10

PASSU – GILGIT

03 hrs. drive to Gilgit.

Day 11

GILGIT- PHANDER (GHIZER VALLEY)

05 hrs. drive to Phander in Ghizer Valley.

Day 12

PHANDER – SHANDUR PASS – BUNI

06 hrs. drive over Shandur Pass to Buni.

Day 13

BUNI – CHITRAL – BAMBURATE (KALASH)

05 hrs. drive to Bamburate in Kalash Valley via Chitral.

Day 14

BAMBURATE

Day free to explore Kalash Valley.

Day 15

BAMBURATE – ISLAMABAD

08 hrs. drive to Islamabad.

Day 16

TRANSFER TO AIRPORT

Transfer to the airport for onward flight.

What's Included

  • Assistance upon arrival/departure.
  • Hotel accommodation with breakfast.
  • Road transfers between airport/hotel and within city as per itinerary.
  • Wages of English/Urdu speaking guide.
  • All sightseeing entrée fee.
  • Porterage at airports, hotels, toll taxes and parking fee etc.
  • A bottle of mineral water per person per day basis in cities.

What's Not Included

  • International airfare, airport tax, excess baggage charges.
  • Medications, ground evacuations and helicopter rescue charges of any kind.
  • Meals (dinner & breakfast), room services, laundry, beverages, phone/communication bills and items of personal nature.
  • Insurance liability of member (s) and other under force majeure conditions.
  • Any other service not mentioned in this condition sheet.

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Duration

16 Days

Season

June-November

Group Size

6-12 people

Difficulty

Moderate
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