Northern Pakistan Tour 2026 – A Journey Along the Ancient Silk Route

  • Northern Area, Pakistan
  • Duration: 18d - 17 nights
  • Language: English

Overview

A Journey along the Ancient Silk Route

Take the adventure of a lifetime in Northern Pakistan, a land where history, culture and breathtaking landscapes are intertwined. Designed by trekkers, this carefully crafted tour takes the Silk Route through the Karakoram, Himalaya and Hindukush ranges, an adventure that promises a mix of adventure activities, immersive culture and breathtaking landscapes.

Right from the bustling cities to the isolated valleys in the mountains, right from the historical forts to the mountain passes, this tour offers adventure, exploration.

This trip to the North of Pakistan will take you through the scenic areas of Skardu, Hunza, Gilgit, Kalash and the famous Silk Route, with mountains all along. This trip will take you from the bustling streets of Islamabad to the serene mountain villages. This trip is operated by 5kexpeditions, an award winning and licensed adventure travel company with over four decades of adventure travel experience in Pakistan. This is your flexible adventure travel package to explore the best of Northern Pakistan. The adventure travel trip itineraries offered on this website can all be modified to fit your interests. The adventure travel trip itinerary listed is only an example of your dream adventure travel trip.


 

Highlights

  • Discover the beautiful valleys of the Karakoram, Himalayan and Hindukush mountain ranges
  • Explore the modern capital of Pakistan, Islamabad
  • A have an awe inspiring mountain flight experience from Islamabad to Skardu
  • Kharpocho Fort
  • Sarfaranga Cold Desert in Skardu
  • Shigar Valley
  • Immerse yourself in the ancient cultures of Hunza, Baltistan and Chitiral
  • Trek through Deosai Plateau, inhabited by Himalayan brown bears and snow leopards
  • Night halt at Fairy Meadows and trek to Nanga Parbat Base Camp
  • Travel the historic Silk Route through the Karakoram Highway
  • See the intersection of the world’s three largest mountain ranges
  • Exploration of UNESCO World Heritage Sites: Baltit Fort

 


 

Inclusions

  • Stay in comfortable and well maintained hotels throughout the tour.
  • All transportation and transfers in air conditioned vehicles.
  • Services of a professional and experienced driver/guide.
  • Local guides for city sightseeing and historical places where required.
  • Daily sightseeing as mentioned in the itinerary.
  • Meals included as per the package (breakfast, lunch and dinner).
  • Selected meals featuring local traditional cuisine.
  • Cultural activities and experience of local lifestyle.
  • Interaction with local communities.
  • Services of a professional tour leader, including a BBQ and bonfire night.

 

Exclusions

  • Travel insurance (guests must arrange their own insurance).
  • Entry tickets or passes of any kind.
  • Horse, pony or porter charges for personal luggage.
  • Personal expenses such as shopping, laundry, phone calls, etc.
  • Costs of optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary.
  • Tips and gratuities for guides, drivers and other staff

What To Expect

1

Day 1 – Arrival in Islamabad

  • Arrival at Islamabad International Airport.
  • Meet and assist by our representative.
  • Transfer to hotel.
  • Overnight stay in Islamabad.
2

Day 2 – Islamabad to Skardu (Flight)

  • Morning flight to Skardu (approx. 45 minutes).
  • Breathtaking aerial views of Karakoram, Himalaya and Hindukush ranges.
  • Transfer to hotel.
  • Overnight stay in Skardu.
3

Day 3 – Skardu Exploration Day

  • Full day sightseeing in and around Skardu.
  • Visit historical and natural attractions.
  • Overnight stay in Skardu.
4

Day 4 – Skardu to Astore

  • Drive from Skardu to Astore (152 km | approx. 6 hours).
  • Scenic mountainous route.
  • Overnight stay in Astore.
5

Day 5 – Astore to Fairy Meadows

  • Drive to Raikot Bridge.
  • Jeep transfer followed by trek to Fairy Meadows (3,300 m).
  • Overnight stay at Fairy Meadows.
6

Day 6 – Rest Day at Fairy Meadows

  • Leisure day for exploration and photography.
  • Optional hike towards Nanga Parbat Base Camp.
  • Overnight stay at Fairy Meadows.
7

Day 7 – Fairy Meadows to Karimabad, Hunza

  • Descend to Raikot Bridge.
  • Continue drive along Karakoram Highway to Hunza Valley.
  • Overnight stay in Karimabad.
8

Day 8 – Hunza Valley Exploration

  • Visit Baltit Fort and Altit Fort.
  • Explore surrounding viewpoints.
  • Overnight stay in Karimabad.
9

Day 9 – Karimabad to Khunjerab Pass

  • Excursion to Khunjerab Pass (4,880 m).
  • Sightseeing along the Pakistan–China border route.
  • Overnight stay in Sust or Passu.
10

Day 10 – Sust to Gilgit

  • Drive from Sust to Gilgit (approx. 4 hours).
  • Travel through Hunza River valley.
  • Overnight stay in Gilgit.
11

Day 11 – Gilgit to Mastuj

  • Long scenic drive to Mastuj (275 km | approx. 7 hours).
  • Remote valleys and dramatic landscapes.
  • Overnight stay in Mastuj.
12

Day 12 – Mastuj to Chitral

  • Drive from Mastuj to Chitral (120 km | approx. 4 hours).
  • Picturesque mountain scenery.
  • Overnight stay in Chitral.
13

Day 13 – Chitral to Ayun, Kalash Valley

  • Short drive to Ayun Village.
  • Gateway to Kalash Valley.
  • Overnight stay in Ayun.
14

Day 14 – Ayun to Bamborat, Kalash Valley

  • Visit Bamborat Valley.
  • Interact with the Kalash community.
  • Overnight stay in Bamborat.
15

Day 15 – Bamborat to Chitral

  • Return drive from Bamborat to Chitral.
  • Overnight stay in Chitral.
16

Day 16 – Chitral to Islamabad

  • Flight to Islamabad (subject to weather).
  • Road travel if flight is canceled.
  • Overnight stay in Islamabad.
17

Day 17 – Islamabad Contingency Day

  • Reserved for unforeseen delays or weather issues.
  • Optional sightseeing in Islamabad.
  • Overnight stay in Islamabad.
18

Day 18 – Departure from Islamabad

  • Transfer to Islamabad International Airport.
  • End of tour.

Map

  • Clean and newer USD bills in smaller denominations are recommended, as old or damaged notes may not be accepted.

  • Due to limited availability and seasonal demand, trips often fill several months in advance, especially during peak season.

  • Gilgit Baltistan offers dramatic landscapes, rich culture, and some of the world’s highest mountain ranges, making it one of Pakistan’s top adventure destinations.

  • Winter-accessible areas include Hunza Valley, Gilgit city, and surrounding regions depending on road and weather conditions.

  • Domestic flights are subject to weather conditions, especially in mountainous regions, and road travel is used as an alternative when needed.

  • Yes, this is a flexible adventure travel package and can be modified to suit individual interests, timelines, and activity levels.

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