This is the grand tour of northern Pakistan — a sweeping loop that links the Mughal splendour of Lahore with the greatest landscapes and cultures of the north: the Buddhist valleys of Swat, the Hindu Kush around Chitral, the ancient Kalash people, the roof-of-the-world Shandur Pass, and the legendary Hunza and Karakoram.
It’s the trip that ‘has it all’ — history, human culture and staggering mountain scenery — arranged as a private, tailor-made journey (with small-group departures possible on request). Long but unforgettable, it suits travelers who want the full picture in one trip.
Highlights
- Mughal Lahore, then the full sweep of the north
- Swat’s Gandhara heritage and Chitral’s Hindu Kush
- Stay with the Kalash people
- Cross the Shandur Pass to Hunza
- Karakoram giants — Rakaposhi, Attabad Lake, Hunza forts
- Optional Skardu / Deosai extension
Typical itinerary
This is a flexible outline we tailor to your dates, pace and interests.
- Days 1–2: Lahore heritage and food
- Days 3–5: North to Swat — Buddhist sites and valleys
- Days 6–8: Chitral and the Kalash valleys
- Days 9–10: Cross the Shandur Pass toward Gilgit
- Days 11–13: Hunza — Karimabad, forts, Attabad Lake, Rakaposhi
- Days 14–16: Optional Skardu/Deosai, then fly/drive back
What’s included
- Licensed English-speaking guide / tour leader
- Private air-conditioned transport (and jeeps on mountain sections)
- Accommodation as per itinerary (hotels, guesthouses, camps)
- Meals as specified
- Airport transfers
- All permits and entry arrangements
What’s not included
- International flights
- Pakistan visa
- Domestic flights unless specified
- Travel insurance (compulsory)
- Personal expenses, tips and anything not listed
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Last reviewed: August 2026 · Pak Tours Services · Government Licensed · Licence No. 9883