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Ancient Silk Route Tour to Kashgar – A Cross-Border Cultural Odyssey

Follow the footsteps of ancient merchants and explorers along the historic Silk Route, connecting Pakistan to China through the awe-inspiring Karakoram Highway. This 11-day adventure traces a path from the cultural heart of Pakistan’s north to the fabled city of Kashgar in China’s Xinjiang region. Explore vibrant valleys, ancient forts, and bustling bazaars, culminating in the legendary Sunday Market of Kashgar. A perfect blend of nature, history, and culture across borders.
  • 11 Days
  • May to October
  • 6-12 people
  • 4.5 (224 reviews)
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Tour Overview

Follow the footsteps of ancient merchants and explorers along the historic Silk Route, connecting Pakistan to China through the awe-inspiring Karakoram Highway. This 11-day adventure traces a path from the cultural heart of Pakistan’s north to the fabled city of Kashgar in China’s Xinjiang region. Explore vibrant valleys, ancient forts, and bustling bazaars, culminating in the legendary Sunday Market of Kashgar. A perfect blend of nature, history, and culture across borders.
  • Route Highlights
Islamabad – Besham – Gilgit – Hunza – Sost – Tashkurgan – Kashgar

Why Choose This Tour?

Historic Silk Road Journey

Travel the famed route from Islamabad to Kashgar, crossing the Khunjerab Pass.

Mountain & Cultural Highlights

See Hunza’s forts, Gilgit’s valleys, and Kashgar’s vibrant Sunday Bazaar.

Cross-Cultural Experience

Immerse yourself in the cultures of Pakistan’s north and western China.

Breathtaking Road Trip

Journey through some of the most dramatic landscapes in the Karakoram.

Detailed Itinerary

Day 01

ISLAMABAD/RAWALPINDI

Arrival in Islamabad and transfer to hotel

Day 02

ISLAMABAD – BESHAM

Drive along the Indus River through lush and mountainous terrain to Besham

Day 03

BESHAM – GILGIT

Scenic journey through the Karakoram ranges to Gilgit, capital of Gilgit-Baltistan

Day 04

GILGIT – KARIMABAD

Drive to Hunza Valley, check in at Karimabad and rest with mountain views

Day 05

KARIMABAD

Day free to visit Baltit Fort, Altit Fort, and walk around the local villages

Day 06

KARIMABAD – SOST

Drive to Sost, the last town before the Pakistan-China border

Day 07

SOST – TASHKURGHAN

Cross Khunjerab Pass (4,693 m) and drive to Tashkurgan in China

Day 08

TASHKURGHAN – KASHGAR

Continue to Kashgar via the scenic Karakoram corridor

Day 09

KASHGAR

Free day to explore the Sunday Bazaar and cultural highlights of Kashgar

Day 10

KASHGAR

Additional sightseeing or leisure in Kashgar’s Old City

Day 11

KASHGAR

Transfer to airport for onward international departure

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 entrance fees
  • Porterage at airports, hotels, toll taxes and parking fees
  • A bottle of mineral water per person per day 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 & lunch), room services, laundry, beverages, phone/communication bills and items of personal nature
  • Insurance liability of member(s) and other under force majeure conditions
  • Chinese visa fee or border processing charges (if any)
  • Any other service not mentioned in this condition sheet

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Duration

11 Days

Season

May to October

Group Size

6-12 people

Difficulty

Moderate
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