The Indus Valley Civilization, also known as the Harappan civilization, was one of the earliest and most advanced civilizations in the world, thriving in the region that is now Pakistan and northwest India from around 2600 BC to 1900 BC. The Indus Valley is home to a wealth of historical and archaeological sites that offer a fascinating glimpse into this ancient civilization, and at Hunza Explorers, we offer expertly guided tours to help visitors explore this rich cultural heritage.
Our experienced tour guides are well-versed in the history and culture of the Indus Valley Civilization, and can provide visitors with detailed and insightful information about the people, customs, and practices of this ancient civilization. We offer a range of tours that take visitors to some of the most important and iconic archaeological sites in the region, including Mohenjo-Daro, Harappa, and the Kot Diji Fort.
At Mohenjo-Daro, visitors can marvel at the intricate architecture and engineering of this ancient city, including its elaborate water management system, granaries, and public bathhouses. At Harappa, visitors can explore the remains of a well-planned city, complete with brick-lined roads, public buildings, and private residences. The Kot Diji Fort, on the other hand, offers a glimpse into the military and defense strategies of the Indus Valley Civilization, with its massive stone walls and imposing gates.
Our Indus Valley Civilization tours are perfect for history buffs, archaeology enthusiasts, and anyone interested in exploring the rich cultural heritage of Pakistan. With Hunza Explorers, visitors can experience a fascinating journey back in time and discover the wonders of this ancient civilization with the help of our knowledgeable and experienced tour guides.
Itinerary:
Day 01: Karachi
Arrival at the airport in Karachi,our guide and driver will meet you upon your arrival at the airport and drive to the hotel. Depending on your flight time, if it is early in the morning, we will explore Karachi city. Visit the nearby heritage sites
Day 02: Karachi – Hyderabad
Drive to Hyderabad. Before traveling to Hyderabad, we will visit Chaukundi (UNESCO tentative list), Banbhore (UNESCO tentative list) and Makli Necropolis (UNESO heritage list) and later drive to the hotel in Hyderabad to overnight stay.
Day 03: Hyderabad – Larkana
Drive to Larkana. Enroute we will visit Ranikot Fort (UNESCO tentative list), Sehwan, tomb of Shah Baharo and some other sites.
Day 04: Larkana – Sukkur
Drive to Sukkur, today we will visit Kot Diji Fort and Mohenjo-daro (UNESO heritage list), arrive and transfer to the hotel
Day 05: Sukkur – Bhawalpur
Drive to Bhawalpur, today we will visit Bhong mosque and Derawar Fort (UNESCO tentative list)m arrive and transfer to the hotel
Day 06: Bhawalpur – Multan
Drive to Multan before reaching Multan we will visit Uch Sharif, The Tomb of Bibi Jawindi (UNESCO tentative list) and other sites at Uch Sharif, later drive to Multan, arrive and explore the Old Fort, which houses the elaborately decorated shrines of Sheikh Bahad-ud-din Zakriya and Shah Shams Tabriz, as well as the Tomb of Shah Rukn-e-Alam (UNESCO tentative list).
Day 07: Multan – Lahore
Drive to Lahore. Enroute we will visit Harappa (UNESCO tentative list). The archaeological site of Harappa consists of a series of low archaeological mounds and cemeteries to the south of a dry bed of the Ravi river.
Day 08: Explore Lahore City
Day to explore Lahore. We start our visit in the Lahore Fort (UNESCO heritage list), Tombs of Jahangir (UNESCO tentative list) , Diwan-e-Kas, Lal Burj, Khwabgah-e-Jahangiri, the majestic Shish Mahal, Badshahi Mosque (UNESCO tentative list), Wazir Khan’s Mosque (UNESCO tentative list), Samadhi of Ranjit Singh, the mausoleum of the Sikh ruler Maharaja Ranjit Singh and Guru Arjun Dev.
Day 09: Lahore
Today we will visit more heritages of Lahore. We will start our day with visiting Hiran Minar (UNESCO tentative list), the old buildings on mall road, Shalimar Gardens (UNESCO heritage list) and in the evening we will drive to Wagah border to see the flag downing ceremony between the Pakistan and Indian army.
Day 10: Lahore – Fly to your destination
Depending on your flight time. If the flight in in the evening/night, we will explore more of the city. Later in the evening/night we will drive to the airport, our service ends here and you will fly to your destination.
