# Chilam Joshi Festival > Chilam Joshi Festival is an important celebration in the Kalash Valley, which is located in the Chitral district of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province in Pakistan. The Kalash people, who are known for their unique religion, culture, and traditions, celebrate the festival with gre… - **Page:** https://hunzaexplorer.com/tour/festival/chilam-joshi-festival - **Duration:** 8 days - **Type:** Festival Tours - **Destination:** Kalash Valleys (https://hunzaexplorer.com/destinations/pakistan/khyber-pakhtunkhwa/kalash-valley) - **Province or region:** Khyber Pakhtunkhwa - **Price:** on request (depends on group size and dates) - **Operator:** Hunza Explorers ## Overview Chilam Joshi Festival is an important celebration in the Kalash Valley, which is located in the Chitral district of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province in Pakistan. The Kalash people, who are known for their unique religion, culture, and traditions, celebrate the festival with great zeal and fervor. During the Chilam Joshi Festival, the Kalash people perform traditional dances and sing songs to honor their gods and ancestors. They also prepare elaborate feasts, drink local homemade wine, and participate in other recreational activities. The festival is an opportunity for the Kalash people to come together and celebrate their cultural heritage, as well as to share their customs and beliefs with others. The Chilam Joshi Festival is a significant event for the Kalash people, as it marks the end of the cold winter months and the beginning of the spring season. The festival is also an important aspect of their religious beliefs and helps to reinforce their cultural identity and sense of community. If you’re interested in experiencing the Chilam Joshi Festival and exploring the Kalash Valley, Hunza Explorers offers top-notch tour packages and services. Their experienced guides can help you navigate the area, immerse yourself in the local culture, and make the most of your trip to this beautiful and unique part of the world. ## Itinerary ### Day 1: (11 May): Islamabad Arrival at the airpot in Islamabad/Lahore, our guide and driver will meet you here, after meeting with our staff transfer to the hotel ### Day 2: (12 May): Islamabad – Chitral Departure for Chitral via Lawari Pass (3118m), our today’s journey will be 10 hours drive, today we will cross some small cites and pasthon villages like Lower Dir, upper Dir etc, arrive in Chitral and transfer to the hotel ### Day 3: (13 May): Chitral – Bumburat (Kalash) Departure for Kalash valley, the 3 hours drive to Kalash village be through the most interesting narrow jeep track, arrive and transfer to the hotel ### Day 4: 06 (14/15/16 May): Bumburat/Rumbor (Kalash) Enjoy the jusht festival in Bumburat and Rumbor village in Kalash valley ### Day 5: (17 May): Kalash – Swat, valley Drive back to Chitral, arrive and transfer to the hotel ### Day 6: (18 May): Swat – Islamabad – Fly to your destination Drive back to Islamabad, arrive and explore the city, in the evening drive to the airport and fly to your destination. ## Included - Accommodation as per the confirmed itinerary - Daily breakfast, lunch and dinner (Full Board tours) - Private air-conditioned or suitable tourist transport - Services of a professional English-speaking tour guide - Experienced local driver - Airport transfers and transportation throughout the tour - Domestic flights as specified in the itinerary - All road tolls, parking fees and fuel charges - Entrance fees to listed attractions and historical sites - Sightseeing and excursions as mentioned in the itinerary - All applicable government taxes and service charges - Road permits and travel permissions where applicable - Bottled drinking water during journeys - 24/7 on-ground assistance from Hunza Explorers ## Not included - International flights to and from Pakistan - Pakistan entry visa and visa processing fees - Travel and medical insurance - Personal expenses and laundry - Beverages, including soft drinks, tea, coffee and alcoholic drinks - Tips and gratuities for guides, drivers and hotel staff - Optional activities and excursions not mentioned in the itinerary - Additional meals and snacks outside the agreed meal plan - Excess baggage charges - Early check-in and late check-out at hotels - Any additional accommodation or services resulting from flight delays, cancellations or unforeseen circumstances - Expenses arising from natural disasters, road closures, political unrest or other circumstances beyond our control - Any service not specifically mentioned under the Included section ## Frequently asked questions ### How many days is the Chilam Joshi Festival? It is a 8-day tour, and the day-by-day plan is on this page. We can lengthen or shorten it around your dates. ### Can I change the dates or the route? Yes. Every itinerary can be lengthened, shortened or rebuilt around your dates, pace and group, and we explain what the changes mean for the price. Send your dates with the Request to book form, or tell us what you have in mind on the Plan my trip page. ### Is anything charged when I send a request? No. Nothing is charged and nothing is booked until you agree to the plan. We check availability, reply with a day-by-day plan and a price, and you confirm only if you are happy with it. ### Can I travel on my own, as a couple or as a family? Yes. We plan private trips for one person, a couple, a family or friends, and we also have small-group departures if you would rather share the trip. Tell us how many of you are travelling and whether you would like to join a group. ### Can you help with my Pakistan visa? We can provide a visa invitation letter on request: tick it on the booking form or mention it in your message. Visa rules depend on your nationality, so please also check the official Pakistan visa information for your passport. ## How to book Send your dates and group size through https://hunzaexplorer.com/tour/festival/chilam-joshi-festival/book or https://hunzaexplorer.com/contact-us. Hunza Explorers replies with a day-by-day plan and a price, and nothing is charged to inquire.