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Follow the legendary Karakoram Highway (KKH) from Islamabad to the Chinese border, one of the great overland journeys on Earth, crossing the meeting point of the Himalaya, Karakoram and Hindu Kush ranges. Naran, Chilas, Hunza and Khunjerab Pass in one continuous private road trip.
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Day by Day Itinerary
Days 1 to 2, Islamabad to Naran
Drive via Mansehra into the Kaghan Valley. Overnight Naran, with an optional Lake Saif ul Malook excursion.
Days 3 to 4, Babusar Pass to Chilas
Cross Babusar Pass (4,170m), descend to Chilas with Nanga Parbat views, join the Karakoram Highway proper.
Days 5 to 8, Hunza Valley
Follow the KKH into Hunza. Baltit and Altit Forts, Attabad Lake, Passu Cones, and a full day excursion to Khunjerab Pass on the China border.
Days 9 to 11, Return via Gilgit
Descend through Gilgit with time to explore the town, continue back down the KKH.
Day 12, Arrive Islamabad
Final stretch of the KKH back to Islamabad, tour ends.
Tour Highlights
Babusar Pass (4,170m)Nanga Parbat ViewpointKarimabad & Baltit FortAttabad Lake & Passu ConesKhunjerab Pass (4,693m, China Border)
What's Included
Private vehicle and driver throughout
Hotel accommodation with breakfast daily
Dedicated local guide
Visa invitation letter on request
Not Included
International flights
Pakistan visa fee
Lunches and dinners
Personal expenses
Tour Information
Duration
12 Days / 11 Nights
Travel Mode
By Road
Max Altitude
4,693m (Khunjerab Pass)
Group Size
1 to 8 people
Best Time
May October
Visa Support
Invitation letter provided
Where You'll Stay
Naran & Chilas hotels
Comfortable en route hotels, breakfast included.
Hunza hotel
4 nights at a well reviewed Karimabad hotel with valley views.
Questions About This Tour
The KKH itself is well paved and maintained; only short sections near landslide areas are occasionally rough. Comfortable private vehicles are used throughout.
No, it typically closes December through March due to snow. Best visited May October.