Gandharan Art & Hunza Valley Tour

This tour explores the artistic legacy of the Gandhara Civilization and the breathtaking natural beauty of Hunza Valley. Begin in Islamabad and journey through the ancient Buddhist ruins of Taxila and Takht-e-Bahi, marvel at the historical landmarks of Peshawar and Swat, and ascend the scenic Karakoram Highway to reach the stunning highland landscapes of Hunza. Discover a harmonious blend of cultural heritage, archaeology, and majestic mountain scenery.

Tour Overview

This tour explores the artistic legacy of the Gandhara Civilization and the breathtaking natural beauty of Hunza Valley. Begin in Islamabad and journey through the ancient Buddhist ruins of Taxila and Takht-e-Bahi, marvel at the historical landmarks of Peshawar and Swat, and ascend the scenic Karakoram Highway to reach the stunning highland landscapes of Hunza. Discover a harmonious blend of cultural heritage, archaeology, and majestic mountain scenery.
Islamabad – Taxila – Peshawar – Swat – Gilgit – Hunza – Khunjerab – Bisham – Islamabad

Why Choose This Tour?

Ancient Buddhist Heritage

Explore UNESCO-listed Gandhara sites like Taxila and Takht-e-Bahi, showcasing 2,000-year-old Buddhist art and architecture

Karakoram Majesty

Journey along the world’s highest paved road (KKH) with panoramic views of Rakaposhi and Ultar Sar peaks

Cultural Crossroads

Experience Pashtun hospitality in Peshawar, Kalasha influences in Swat, and Wakhi traditions in Hunza

High-Altitude Adventure

Stand at the Pakistan-China border at Khunjerab Pass (4,693m), the highest international crossing

Detailed Itinerary

Day 01

ISLAMABAD – RAWALPINDI

Arrival and city tour of Islamabad and Rawalpindi

Day 02

RAWALPINDI – TAXILA – PESHAWAR

Drive to Peshawar with stop at UNESCO-listed Taxila ruins (3 hrs)

Day 03

PESHAWAR – KHYBER PASS – PESHAWAR

Full day excursion to Khyber Pass and explore Peshawar city

Day 04

PESHAWAR – TAKHTE BHAI – SWAT

Visit Buddhist monastery at Takht-e-Bahi, continue to Swat (4 hrs)

Day 05

SWAT – CHILAS

Drive along the Indus River to Chilas (8 hrs)

Day 06

CHILAS – GILGIT – GULMIT

Journey along the Karakoram Highway to Gulmit via Gilgit (6 hrs)

Day 07

GULMIT – KHUNJERAB PASS – KARIMABAD

Full day excursion to Khunjerab Pass, overnight in Karimabad

Day 08

KARIMABAD

Free day to explore Baltit Fort, Altit Fort, and Hunza village life

Day 09

KARIMABAD – BISHAM

Long scenic drive to Bisham along Karakoram Highway (10 hrs)

Day 10

BISHAM – RAWALPINDI

Drive back to Rawalpindi (7 hrs) and transfer to airport for 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 entrée fee
  • Porterage at airports, hotels, toll taxes and parking fee
  • 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 & lunch), 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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per person
 

Duration

10 Days

Season

Year-round

Group Size

6-12 people

Difficulty

Moderate

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