Overview
A week is the ideal length to enjoy Lahore and Islamabad without rushing. This itinerary gives Lahore three full days, Mughal monuments, the Walled City, food, Wagah and a day trip, then moves north for Taxila’s Gandhara heritage and Islamabad’s mosque, monuments and Margalla Hills, with time to breathe throughout.
It’s our recommended pace for first-time visitors who want to understand both cities rather than tick them off. Priced on request around hotels and group size.
Itinerary
- Days 1–3 · LahoreFort, Badshahi Mosque, Walled City, gardens, food, Wagah and a Sikh-heritage or Nankana day.
- Day 4 · Travel & TaxilaMotorway north; the Gandhara sites and museum.
- Days 5–6 · IslamabadFaisal Mosque, Pakistan Monument, Daman-e-Koh, Saidpur village, Margalla Hills.
- Day 7 · DepartureFly out from Islamabad or return to Lahore.
Route & logistics
Start & finish: Your Lahore hotel or the airport. Transport: Private A/C.
Route: Days 1–3 · Lahore → Day 4 · Travel & Taxila → Days 5–6 · Islamabad → Day 7 · Departure.
A live Google Map with every stop is shared with your confirmation. Driving times are honest estimates and vary with traffic; where a destination is far, we tell you plainly and suggest an overnight if it’s more comfortable.
What’s included
- Licensed English-speaking guide throughout
- Private A/C vehicle for the full route
- Airport pickup & drop-off
- Entrance fees on the itinerary
- Hotel booking assistance
- 24/7 on-trip support
Not included
- Hotel accommodation (quoted separately by category)
- Domestic flights where applicable (quoted at cost)
- Meals unless stated
- Gratuities
Good to know
- Can start or end in either city to match your flights.
- Relaxed enough to include a day trip or two.
- Extends naturally toward Peshawar or the north.
Before you go
What to bring
- Comfortable walking shoes for uneven old-city ground
- Sun protection in summer (hat, sunglasses, sunscreen) or warm layers in winter
- A refillable water bottle
- Modest clothing for mosques and shrines
- Some cash for snacks, tips and small purchases
- Your camera or phone, and any personal medication
- An overnight bag and your passport/ID for intercity travel
Dress & etiquette
Modest dress (shoulders and knees covered) is best; women need a headscarf inside mosque and gurdwara prayer halls (our guides carry spares) and shoes come off at religious sites. Please ask before photographing people. See what to wear and mosque etiquette.
Accessibility
Parts of this tour involve walking on uneven ground and some steps, and a few heritage sites have limited step-free access. We can adapt the pace and route for reduced mobility, wheelchairs, families with strollers or older travelers, tell us your needs and see our accessible Lahore tours guide.
Cancellation
Flexible, fair terms, the exact conditions for your dates are confirmed in writing when you book. Full details on our cancellation & refund policy page.
FAQs
Booking facts: Every tour is private and customizable, with licensed guides and hotel or airport pickup. See our booking and payment policy, cancellation terms, what to wear and current safety guide.
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Last reviewed: September 2026 · Pak Tours Services · Government Licensed · Licence No. 9883