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We traverse almost all of the western Himalaya, Karakorum and Hindukush Ranges driving and walking along the some splendid areas of the Karakorum.

We also have magnificent views of the naked mountain “Nanga Parbat 8126m” Rakaposhi (7788m), Diran (7327m) and Trichmir (7706m), the highest of the Hindukush. This is a combination of different adventures through the legendary valleys of Hunza and the black Kalash. The trip is unforgettable for its beauty and the people with a rich cultural background. From Gilgit, we drive upstream the Ghizar River and over the Shandur Pass (3720m) into Chitral Valley. From Chitral we jeep to the south to the Kalash Valley of Birir, Bumburat and Rumbur. This is the home of Kafir-Kalash, a primitive pagan tribe, whose ancestry is enveloped in the mystery through often mentioned as, descendants of Alexander the great.

Itinerary

  • Day 01: ✈ Arrival at Islamabad international airport, transfer to hotel for overnight stay.
  • Day 02:  A pleasant drive to Shogran in beautiful Kaghan Valley at 2400m.
  • Day 03: To Naran the centre of Kaghan Valey and superb place for hikes and fishing.
  • Day 04: Day free for fishing and visit to the legendary lake Saiful Maluk at 3212m.
  • Day 05: A spectacular ascend on jeeps to Babusar Pass (4173m) provides views of whole Kaghan Panorama. Drive steep down hill for 50kms to Chilas.
  • Day 06: Across KKH and Indus River through Astore gorge to beautiful Rama at (3480m.
  • Day 07: Descend to Astor and continue to Chilum at the foot of Deosai Plateau.
  • Day 08: Today’s drive will be a life-time memory of driving through a treeless wilderness at 4000m, knee deep in summer grass with beautiful wild flowers, whistling marmots and grazing yaks. Descend down through narrow Satpara gorge to the deep blue Satpara Lake.
  • Day 09: Day free for local visit or walking on sand dunes of Skardu and local bazaars.
  • Day 10: Full day excursion to Talish Village in Hushe Vallay to view Amazing Masherbrum Peak.
  • Day 11: An adventurous 10-11 hours drive to Hunza via Gilgit with magnificent panorama of the mighty Indus River, squeezed between high cliffs of the Haramosh and Rakaposhi ranges fighting its way through deep gorges.
  • Day 12: Free to explore about legendary Hunzakuts (the people of Hunza) known for their longevity and t visit Alit & Baltit Forts.
  • Day 13: Excursion to historical Khunjerab Pass at 4733m, border between Pakistan & China with en route stop at Gulkin Glacier, Passu Glacier and Khunjerab National Park.
  • Day 14: Drive back to Gilgit en route visiting hopar village to walk on hopar glacier.
  • Day 15: On the footsteps of the Marcopolo to Punial Valley than to spectacular drive to the Phandar Lake, full of golden trout. A paradise for anglers.
  • Day 16: Day free for fishing, walking & hiking around Phndar Village.
  • Day 17: Ascent to Shandur Pass at 3724m. The highest polo field in the world with beautiful mountains panoramas. Continue drive to Mastuj once the capital of little “Bolor Kingdom”.
  • Day 18: Journey to Chitral, a central town and staring point of the side valleys.
  • Day 19: Drive to Kafir-Kalash, visit three villages, Birir, Rumbur & Bamburat.
  • Day 20: Drive back to Islamabad.
  • Day 21: Morning visit is Taxila ruins, afternoon city tour of Islamabad & Rawalpindi and rest of time is free for shopping.
  • Day 22: ✈ Transfer to Islamabad airport for fly back. End of Service.

Testimonials

From the start and right through the planning stage, the company owner, Mr. Karim Uddin was incredibly helpful, promptly replying to my many emails and addressing all of my concerns. Mr. Karim assisted with the visa process and invitation letter and everything ran very smoothly...

Chris Bentley & LisaUnited Kingdom

Dear Friends Karim & Shahzad, our drivers, boatmen, horsemen and lots of others, whom we met in Pakistan! Thank you for your heartiest welcoming, friendly and helpful attitude to us for your unselfish job for guarding us. We felt at home in your country and brought back to Latvia the warmest memories about Pakistan...

Alda, Konstantins, Dzintra, Nadina & all other members.GROUPUP Members

I have been on many tours in different parts of the world. I have to say that Active Tours Pakistan has the best customer service of all companies I have traveled with. They make sure every detail of your trip is taken care of and they are open and honest about what is going on in the country to make sure you are fully aware of what is going on. Northern Pakistan is incredibly beautiful. The people are so friendly. I loved my experience in Pakistan!!

Mary WalkerNurse

My trip to Pakistan could only have been possible with the help of Active Tours Pakistan. The company gave me very professional and personal treatment - and made sure I was safe for the entire duration of my stay. Throughout your journey with Active Tours, you are likely to become great friends with their guides, just as I have through our shared experiences of this incredible country.

James FreeAustralia

I want to thank you with all my heart for showing me the beauty of , The country, the people and its culture. I have had a wonderful 2 week in your company and I am sad for this trip to end. But, Inshallah, I will come back to enjoy more of what has to offer.

Maarten PeetersBelgium

We got so many impressions about this lovely country – you can’t put them in few words. Very friendly people, heartily hospitality, breath taking landscape. Besides all the good wishes, we wish you special the pleasure of the Lord, He wants to live with you, He loves you!!!

Heidi BenjiminAustria

Thank you so, so much for your very good services! We enjoyed the time with you and with your company team members. We like the way you showed us your lovely country and its amazing part of the world. We take a lot of good & nice impression with us.

Patrick & RahelSwitzerland

Words can’t fully describe how pleased we were with Active Tours. Thanks to management & especially to Mr. Kareem who made our trip so fantastic & happy. You provided pleasant, personal and professional service and quickly accommodated our travel and media related task. We appreciated your personal approach in making our travel arrangements....

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Mary NassiniBrescia, Italy

The Germans, always for something special to see or to buy ….. You did a great job to handle all our families. For you and Pakistan wish all the best. We will see you again in next few years. You were not only a very good tour organizer, but you were a good guide and very good friend, fellow to us. You and Raza (Mountain Guide), we thank you very much both for you're caring.

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