Day 1: Islamabad
Arrival at the airport in Islamabad, our guide and driver will meet you upon your arrival at the airport, after meeting and greetings drive to the hotel in Islamabad.
Gojal Valley Sightseeing Tour
- Duration11 days
- TypeSightseeing
About this tour
Gojal Valley, located in Gilgit-Baltistan (formerly known as Northern Areas of Pakistan), is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful places in the region. This picturesque valley is gaining more and more recognition due to its natural beauty, and is listed as one of the must-visit places on many travel websites.
In fact, over 90% of the attractions that are listed on the “Things to do/see” list on many travel websites by real travelers and bloggers are located in Gojal Valley, also known as Upper Hunza. These include the mesmerizing Attabad Lake, Ondra Fort, Ghulkin glacier, Passu glacier, Passu suspension bridge, Khunjerab National park, Khunjerab Pass, Shimshal Valley, Chipurson Valley, Misgar Valley, Patundas Meadows, Batura Valley, Shimshal Pamir, and many more.
During this sightseeing tour of Gojal Valley, we will not only visit all the famous tourist attractions but also all the villages, thus giving our tourists an opportunity to experience the culture and lifestyle of the local people. Our professional and experienced tour guides will ensure that the tourists have a memorable and comfortable tour of this enchanting valley.
Tour Itinerary
11 days, day by day-
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Day 2: Islamabad – Chilas
Drive to Chilas via Karakoram Highway, arrive in Chilas and transfer to the hotel.
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Day 3: Chilas – Ghulkin/Gulmit/Passu (Gojal, upper Hunza)
Drive to Passu/Gulmit/Ghulkin, stop en-route at Nanga Parbat view point, junction point of three great mountain ranges, Rakaposhi view point for lunch, after lunch drive to Passu/Gulmit/Ghulkin, arrive and transfer to the hotel.
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Day 4: Ghulkin/Gulmit/Passu Glacier/Passu Suspension Bridge
Day to explore around upper Hunza, today we will visit Passu glacier, Borith Lake, Gulmit Old House and Passu suspension bridge.
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Day 5: Ghulkin/Gulmit/Passu – Shimshal Valley
Today we will drive to one of the remote region of Pakistan “Shimshal valley” Known as the land of mountaineers. We will drive through the rough narrow jeep track along the Shimshal river. Arrive in Shimshal and explore the valley.
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Day 6: Shimshal – Ghulkin/Gulmit/Passu
Today we will spend half day with exploring the valley. After lunch we will drive back to Ghulkin/Gulmit/Passu. Arrive and transfer to the hotel.
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Day 7: Khunjerab / Khunjerav Pass – 4693m (Pakistan – China border) – Chipurson
Full day excursion to Khunjerab Pass, in the afternoon drive back to Sost, before we reach Sost we will visit misgar village. Arrive in Sost and have lunch, after lunch we will drive to Chipurson valley. Arrive in Chipurson and transfer to the guest house.
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Day 8: Chipurson Valley – Karimabad (central Hunza)
Drive to Karimabad, en-route we will stop at Attabad Lake, sacred rocks of Hunza and Ganish village, arrive in Karimabad and transfer to the hotel.
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Day 9: Karimabad (central Hunza)
Day to explore around, visit Baltit Fort or Altit Fort, Channel walk and Karaimabad Local market.
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Day 10: Karimabad – Besham
Drive back to Besham via Karakoram Highway, short stops en-route for lunch and photography, arrive and transfer to the hotel.
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Day 11: Besham – Islamabad – Fly to destination
Drive to Islamabad, en route we will visit Taxila museum. Arrive in Islamabad and explore the city, visit Shah Faisal mosque, Pakistan monument and the local bazaars, later in the evening/night drive to the airport, our service ends here and you will fly back 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
Questions about this tour
How many days is the Gojal Valley Sightseeing Tour?
It is a 11-day tour, and the day-by-day plan is on this page. We can lengthen or shorten it around your dates.
Will someone meet me at the airport?
Yes. On the first day your guide and driver meet you on arrival and take you to your hotel, as described in Day 1 of the itinerary.
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.
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