Day 1: Islamabad
Arrival at the airport in Islamabad/Lahore, our guide and driver will meet you here, after meeting with our staff transfer to the hotel.
Kalash Valley Sightseeing Tour
- Duration8 days
- TypeSightseeing
About this tour
Hunza Explorers is a local tour operator that offers private and group tours on request with reasonable prices and top-notch services for the Kalash Valley tour. The expert team of Hunza Explorers ensures that visitors have an authentic and immersive experience, and are able to fully appreciate the cultural and natural beauty of the region. The tour starts and ends in Islamabad, and includes transportation on the scenic Karakoram Highway. With Hunza Explorers, visitors can experience the magic of the Kalash Valley and create unforgettable memories in northern Pakistan.
The tour offers visitors the opportunity to witness and learn about the rich cultural heritage of the Kalash people, including their traditional clothing, music, and dances. Visitors can also visit the ancient Kalash villages, including Bumburet, Rumbur, and Birir, where they can see the distinctive wooden houses and meet the local people.
The Kalash Valley is also known for its stunning natural beauty, including lush green valleys, snow-capped peaks, and crystal clear streams. Visitors can go on scenic hikes, explore the surrounding forests, and witness the spectacular scenery that this region has to offer.
Whether you’re interested in cultural exploration, natural beauty, or simply looking for a unique and off-the-beaten-path destination, the Kalash Valley tour is a must-visit for anyone traveling to northern Pakistan.
Tour Itinerary
8 days, day by day-
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Day 2: Islamabad – Dir
Drive to Dir, short stops en-route for Photography and lunch, arrive and transfer to the hotel.
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Day 3: Dir – Bumburat (Kalash Valley)
Drive to Kalash valley visa Lowari Pass, We will stop in Chitral town for luch, after lunch drive to Bumburat in Kalash valley
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Day 4: Chitral – Bumburat (Kalash)
Celebrate the festival with the Kalashi people.
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Day 5: Bumburat/Rumbor (Kalash)
Explore Bumburat and Rumbor villages in Kalash valley
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Day 6: Kalash Valley – Birir – Chitral
Drive to Chitral town, before we go to Chitral we will go to explore Birir valley. After exploring this beautiful valley we will drive to Chitral town. Arrive in Chitral and explore the town.
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Day 7: Chitral – Islamabad
Drive back to Islamabad, arrive and transfer to the hotel
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Day 8: Islamabad – Fly to destination
Explore the twin city and in the evening drive to the airport and fly to 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 Kalash Valley Sightseeing Tour?
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.
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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