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This tour aims to uncover the lost treasures of ancient history and the natural wonders of Pakistan’s northern valleys. Pakistan has been the supporting land of many civilizations for centuries. The famous Indus valley civilization is the milestone of human civilization in the southern plain of Pakistan. There were two types known as the Harappa in the 7th millennium BC and the moejodaro in the 4th millennium BC. The Gandhara civilization related to Buddhism was known for its spiritual power, Art and Architecture. The time period of this civilization was from 500 BC to the 10th Century AD.
This was the center point for Buddhism and it spread to the east and also towards Korea and Japan. The art and architecture of this place have been maintained in the swat and Taxila valley despite the whims for centuries. The remains of Gandhara civilization are preserved in the museum of London, Srinagar, Delhi, and Karachi but the finest remains are preserved in Peshawar, Taxila, and Swat. Perhaps more fascinating is the tour of the archeological sites that were found in the twentieth century in Taxila, Swat, some of the areas of Gilgit Baltistan, and the northwest frontier province of Pakistan. While traveling to Gilgit Baltistan we can recapture ancient histories like the Ghandhara along the Indus River, the Gilgit, and the Hunza River. Such statues not only display the Guest book of merchants passing by but also represents the universal beliefs of fairy worshippers of history.
This tour not only offers the opportunity to go back in history but also offers the opportunity to experience the fine beauty of nature while traveling through Swat, Gilgit, and Hunza. The distinguishing features of nature including the pine forests along the road, terraced fields, amazing Rivers, spectacular peaks, and dazzling glaciers in addition to this the traveler can also enjoy the colorful bazaars of Rawalpindi and Peshawar.
Pakistan is the land that represents many cultures of history and the remains of those beautiful cultures are shattered across different areas of Pakistan. The most popular and well-known of which are the Gandhara Civilization and the Indus civilization. Not only Pakistan but almost all countries around the world display the Ghandhara pieces of Art are in exhibition in their galleries. The first mentioned in the Rig- Veda is the Gandhara Art, it is the ancient Peshawar valley and the cradle of Buddhist civilization which gave birth to Gandhara Art. According to a Darius era in the 6th century BC, it remained one of the Achaemenian Empire provinces. Pushkalavati was the capital of this place from 6th to 1st Century AD and was occupied in Mauryan, indo-Greek, Scythian, Parthians, and Kushans who choose their capital Peshawar in 1st Century AD. Peshawar was known as Pushapura and later named Peshawar.
The Shahi dynasty formed its capital at Hund in 7TH century AD till the Gaznavid attack in 998 AD. This bought an end to the Gandhara rule. Through the exploration of British, Italian, and Pakistani scholars the Gandhara Art collection was bought to Peshawar, Taxila, and Swat museum some of well-known sites and antiquities are the Rani Gat, Andan Dheri, Rani Dheri, Aziz Dheri, Saidu Stupa, Bukhara, Takht-i-bahi Shari Bahlol and the monasteries.
Itinerary
You will be greeted by the team of Peak and Peace Tours at Islamabad International airport then transfer you along with your luggage to a centrally located hotel in Islamabad after a short rest then we will visit the sites in Islamabad visiting Faisal Mosque, Lok Versa Museum, Pakistan Monument, Saidpur Village, and Daman Koh. Overnight stay in Islamabad.
Distance: 30km / Driving Hours: 01 hr / Altitude: 540m / Activities: Sightseeing.
In the morning after breakfast, we will dive to Peshawer en route we will visit the Taxila Museum arrive in Peshawer city check-in at the hotel, and rest of the day we will visit the famous Kissa Khana Bazar. Overnight stay in Peshawer.
Distance: 185 km / Driving Hours: 03 hrs / Altitude: 330m / Activities: Sightseeing.
In the morning after breakfast, we will visit Peshawer Museum, Fort and the famous truck painting factory, and the surrounding areas. Overnight stay in Peshawer.
In the morning after breakfast, we will depart for Swat Valley en route we will visit Takhi Bahi then further drive to Swat Valley arrival in Swat Valley check-in at the hotel after short rest then we will visit Swat local Bazar. Overnight stay in Swat Valley.
Distance:157 km / Altitude: 2000m / Walk:4 hrs / Activities: Sightseeing.
In the morning after breakfast, we will visit Malam Jabba and spend few hours there then we will visit Murghzar and White Palace then back to the hotel. Overnight stay in Swat Valley.
In the morning after breakfast, we will drive to Islamabad arrive in Islamabad check-in at the hotel after a short rest then we will visit the famous Raja bazaar and we will do the city tour of Rawalpindi city then drive back to Islamabad. Overnight stay in Islamabad.
Distance: 230 km / Driving Hours:04 hrs / Altitude: 540m / Activities: Sightseeing.
In the morning after breakfast, we will drive to Lahore en route we will visit the Himalayan pink rock salt mine then further drive to the Lahore arrival in the Lahore check-in at the hotel. Overnight stay in Lahore.
Distance: 375 km / Driving Hours:05 hrs / Altitude: 220m / Activities: Sightseeing.
In the morning after breakfast, we will visit Lahore fort, Lahore Museum, Wazir Khan Mosque, Golden Mosque, and Badshahi Mosque and in the evening we will go to the Wagah border for a Flag lowering Ceremony. Overnight stay in Lahore
In the morning after breakfast, we will drive to Islamabad en route we will visit Rohtas Fort then further drive to Islamabad arrival in Islamabad then we will visit Faisal Mosque, Pakistan Monument, Saidpur Village, and Damen Koh after completing the tour we will go for the farewell dinner party then we will drop you at the airport to catch the flight back home.
Distance: 375 km / Driving Hours:05 hrs / Altitude: 220m / Activities: Sightseeing.
- Accommodation for 09 nights on twin sharing basis
- Transportation for the whole trip
- Well experienced guide
- Hotel Meals
- Site entrance and National park fees
- Airport Pick and Drop
- Portage at Hotels and Airport
- Toll Taxes and Parking Fees
- LOI Letter of Invitation for obtaining the Pakistan Tourist Visit Visa
- Hotel early check in and late check out
- Tips of guide, drivers, porters etc
- Charges incurred as a result of delays beyond the control of Hunza Adventure Tours
- Extra days beyond the specified itinerary
- International flights, Airport and departure taxes and Visa fee and personal travel Insurance
- Bottled water, aerated and alcoholic drinks. Items of a personal nature such as phone calls, laundry etc
We loves to customize personal trips for you, your friends, or organization. Our published land costs are typically based on number of individuals, so the number in your party may affect your land costs. Just give us a call/contact us and let us know what you’re interested in, and we’ll do our best to Make It Happen.
We are happy to help you arrange accommodations before and after your trip. We can recommend side excursions and restaurants for the extra time.
Our guide or representative will pick you up at the airport on the scheduled arrival date. We can help you arrange accommodations if you arrive earlier, and we are happy to make suggestions for transportation, restaurants and sightseeing.
All of our guides are highly skilled experienced professionals who have been selected based on their careful judgment, local knowledge, understanding of our client’s needs, patience and supportive guiding styles, and great personalities. In addition to their impressive personal achievements in the field, our guides bring a wealth of natural history, cultural anthropology and linguistic knowledge for their group’s enlightenment. Our international guides and staff surpass the needs of our clientele and make the trip enjoyable beyond expectations.
You will be greeted by our representative at airport on your arrival. He shall be holding a placard of your name for identification. We shall also provide you list of emergency 24 hours contact numbers for any emergency.
There is no way to know how quickly our trips are going to fill up. Many of our trips fill up months in advance. So send in your application and a deposit as soon as you have decided which trip date you want.
This must be obtained before arrival and we recommend that you contact your local Pakistani embassy or consulate when planning your trip.
Gilgit Baltistan is a beautiful destination. So much so, that one should definitely plan a visit. With beautiful lakes and treks to offer, Gilgit Baltistan is a must-visit place to go to. In winter, the temperature in Gilgit Baltistan drops down severely and becomes even more picturesque. One can visit the frozen lakes , if not the Baltoro trek, one can do the trek in Hunza Valley, visit Gilgit Baltistan festivals that help you interact with the locals as well.
A complete clothing and equipment list specific to your trip will be sent to you in a dossier. Every year, after assessing feedback from our clients and guides, we review and update our lists so they are as complete and up-to-date as possible. Every list has a description of each item, however feel free to call us if you have questions or need help locating any of the items on the list. It is extremely important that you adhere strictly to the equipment list.
All accommodations are based on double or triple occupancy. If you are traveling solo and wish to share accommodations, we will pair you with another traveler of same gender. If you request single accommodations or a roommate cannot be assigned, you will be responsible for paying the single supplement fee.
Pakistani people love to take pictures and photograph themselves!
Do not forget your camera!
Photography is great fun in Pakistan as you will have enough sunlight most of the time. In some of the monuments, one has to pay a fee for photography. Our guide will suggest you where it is worth to photograph and where not. At some of the locations photography is not allowed. It is prohibited to photograph military installations, which can include some the train stations, bridges and airports also.Do not photograph these objects otherwise your film can be confiscated.
Tipping is always a personal choice, but is greatly appreciated by your guides. Check your departure packet for details.
For the trip confirmation you need to pay us the 40% payment in advance and the remaining 60% payment on arrival in Pakistan and for an
application alone won’t reserve a space
If we cancel a trip for any reason, you will receive a full refund.
The incidence of personal violent crime is certainly almost none despite sensational headlines and occasional saber rattling. The Karakorum region is known for centuries of peaceful coexistence.
The incidence of personal violent crime is certainly almost none than in anywhere in the world despite sensational headlines and occasional saber rattling. The Karakorum region is known for centuries of peaceful coexistence.
we have continued to operate trips in the region each year and we are confident that these regions remains one of the most beautiful, compelling and welcoming places on earth.
The major concentrations of troubles are in the western parts of Pakistan and 100s of miles to the Islamabad. Their major concentrations are in areas which have had little or no tourism (investment, hard currency, etc) which is one of the reasons that their message has played well in these very poor districts. By comparison, the K2 Region is a very well and worldly part of Pakistan.
That said, whenever you travel in Pakistan (or anywhere in the world for that matter), you should definitely use personal caution. We avoid any known dangerous situations. We monitor political situations posted by the government Office and ground reports from our staff and network of contacts. As when traveling in any region, make sure to keep an eye on your possessions and take certain common-sense measures to prevent theft or dangerous situations.
The first rule of trekking K2 Base Camp is to step to the wall side when you meet a mule, since otherwise you can be knocked off the edge.
The main danger for most people doing the straight-in, straight-out route is altitude sickness(AKA Acute Mountain Sickness or AMS). For most people, this can be avoided by sleeping no more than 300 metres higher than you did the night before and taking an acclimatisation day every 1000 metres. Serious AMS is more common in folk doing group tours than in independent trekkers.
Other common injuries are twisted ankles and sprains. Rock falls, moraine and glacier crossings add significant risk to longer treks involving crossing high passes such as the Gondogoro-La. As always, it’s unwise to trek solo in case you fall and can’t extricate yourself: Do note, that it is illegal to trek solo.
There is no specific age of USD bills, however, we recommend the guests to carry new crisp bills when traveling. All denominations are acceptable, however, it is easier if you have smaller denominations of 5’s, 10’s and 20’s.
Pakistani tap water is not safe to drink. Bring water purifying tablets or a water purifying stickto save money and the environment. Note that at higher elevations during the coldest times of year the water will freeze, so you’ll need to use boiled water.Buy a decent thermos flask or plastic water container, so that you can top up with hot, boiled water at the beginning of the day – starting with hot water will stop it freezing
Yes – why not stay on and explore more of what Pakistan has to offer! We can request with to change your return date with the airline. Places are limited and all arrangements are subject to availability.
Our unique style of off the beaten track, face-to-face travel is the only way to really experience a destination, but it also serves to keep the costs down. We spend your money providing an authentic experience, instead of on lavish hotels and expensive western-style meals. We pass these savings on to you with our low prices. Another thing you’ll notice are the inclusions. While we don’t include everything, we do throw in the major highlights of a destination, the things that everyone goes to see. On every trip page we show you the ‘Included Highlights’ of your trip, things that many other companies charge locally for. We leave many other activities as options, to provide you the freedom and flexibility to choose what you want to do on a daily basis.
In brief a customized itinerary is an itinerary prepared according to your personal needs. After all, you would have requested this to us as part of the process of customization. Your specific interest, preferences and needs are weighted with our knowledge of logistics and highlights of the area.
The Pakistani currency is the rupee, which is made of 100 paisa. Major currencies such as US dollars, British pounds and Euros are easily exchanged throughout Pakistan. Most international airports of the country have the money exchange counters, and also some selected larger hotels and resorts have this facility to their customer.
Of course, the most regularly used cards are Visa and MasterCard, but neither American Express nor Dinner’s Club are broadly accepted in Pakistan. While you are going out of the main cities to the small places, it is recommended that you carry enough Pakistani currency for purchasing and tipping purpose.
With its many diverse landscapes and attractions, Pakistan is an admirable destination for the family traveler. Some of the good options are beach holidays and wildlife adventures in the national parks, while many monuments have sight and light shows that will capture children’s imagination. For teenagers, the many outdoor activities, such as camel safari and trekking, are an illustrative card. Without the second thinking, the big challenge for families travelling in this country might be the distances that need to be covered between cities. Air travel and railway journeys are usually the most comfortable forms of traveling, and are strongly recommended to those with the young children.
Pakistani cuisine has several variations, with each region famous for its own techniques, ingredients and spices. In northern regions, meat dishes are very popular, which are usually made with chicken, mutton or lamb whereas in southern part vegetarian cuisine is most favored. In addition, seafood is also readily available, particularly at the coast. While Pakistani cuisine tends to be spicy, most restaurants will gladly prepare a milder variation of the meals on the request of their customer.
We have English speaking guides all over Pakistan. At many places , we also have french , German , Spanish ,Italian and Japanese and other language speaking guides. We can also provide accompanying foreign language speaking tourist guides for individuals and groups. The availability of foreign language speaking guides can be confirmed at the time of reservation.
Every year hundreds of women travel alone into the remote valleys of Pakistan. Many of them can be seen in the streets of Hunza, Gilgit and Baltistan. To take a safer holidays in Pakistan we advice you to wear modest dress which cover whole of their body. Secondly before starting a trek or tour with local guide in the wilderness, please report about your program to the nearest police station or to your embassy with the identity/contact of your local guide/company.
English is Pakistan’s official language and widely spoken throughout Pakistan. Most of the signboards are in English. All our drivers, guides and even peoples in the remote valley can understand and speak English.
The weather report can be obtained online from the internet you can seach the destinations where you will be going.
Normally it takes 15-30 minutes from the Islamabad International Airport to the city hotels. However it depends upon the condition of the traffic at the time of the day. The distance varies from 15 to 30 kilometers.
Peak and Peace Tours will provide all necessary accommodation, meal and transportation requirements outlined in the specific tour itineraries (exceptions will be notified). For our trekking and climbing programs, trekkers will be requested to provide personal equipment, appropriate mountain attire and medical supplies.
Our local agent or their representative or the guides will inform the guest’s of their further program at the destinations on daily basis mostly in the evening about the next day’s program.
Tips are dependent of the services provided. A small amount of money can be given at each service to insure prompt and reliable service. For guides it depends on how informative, knowledgeable, helpful they are.
Some of the restaurants are cheaper and frequently visited by the local people. So sometimes yes, it is a good experience to eat outside the hotels and get to meet the local population.
We offer alternative arrangements in case the flight tickets are not confirmed nor have no chances of getting confirmed. Railway Journey or by surface. We always look at various factors such as the condition of the roads, time of travel and the time taken to cover the distance, comfort and offer the best possible option with consultation, acceptance and agreement with the guest.
Bank Processing charges are levied on the payment collected on or through the credit cards. It is usually 3.5% of the total amount to be collected or of the invoice raised by us.
In case a bag is lost in transit by the airlines. We file a lost baggage report with the airlines. If the guest continues with the journey, we collect the baggage from the airlines for the guest. For the collection of a lost baggage we need the following: We need an authorization from the guest authorizing Hunza Adventure Tours, and their representative to collect the baggage on their behalf.
A photocopy of the passport of the guest, a letter addressed to the Superintendent customs. The keys of the lost bag for custom clearance.
The original copy of the lost baggage report lodged with the airlines. We will deliver the bag at the doorstep and bill the guest for the services provided. The amount of the invoice can be collected from the airlines at home.
Yes, the airlines pay an inconvenience allowance to buy personal effects. They even offer the baggage delivery charges or sometimes offer to deliver the baggage by themselves at the doorstep.
We take the guest to the office of the airlines and the amount is given to the guest upon presenting the original lost baggage report.
