Taghm (Spring Festival)

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by Apricot Tours · Islamabad

9 days / 8 nights Corporate tour from Islamabad
Hunza, Pakistan © Hunzavalley / CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons
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9D / 8N

Spots covered

  • Shimshal Valley
  • Rocky mountains
  • Valleys
  • Rivers
  • Panoramic vistas of towering peaks
  • Glaciers
  • Historical landmarks (Altit
  • Baltit Forts)
  • Cultural events (rituals

Day-by-day itinerary

  1. 1

    Day 1

    Islamabad-Besham/Chilas · Indus River and surrounding peaks views

  2. 2

    Day 2

    Drive to Hunza (Karimabad) · Convergence of Himalayas, Hindukush, and Karakoram mountain ranges · Panoramic vistas of Nanga Parbat and Rakaposhi peaks

  3. 3

    Day 3

    Drive to Shimshal Valley via Kuk · Mulungudi glacier and hot springs views · Dastagil Sar (7885 meters) view · Shimshal Valley exploration

  4. 4

    Day 4

    Shimshal Valley exploration · Taghm Festival celebration · Traditional practices, dances, rituals, and local foods

  5. 5

    Day 5

    Shimshal Valley exploration · Taghm Festival celebration · Traditional practices, dances, rituals, and local foods

  6. 6

    Day 6

    Explore Hunza (Karimabad) · Passu and Batura Glaciers visit · Altit and Baltit Forts visit · Hunza ethnic dance performance in the evening

  7. 7

    Day 7

    Drive to Besham/Naran via Karakoram Highway · Lunch stop at Dassu · Besham/Naran accommodation check-in

  8. 8

    Day 8

    Drive back to Islamabad via Karakoram Highway · Taxila UNESCO World Heritage site visit · Islamabad accommodation check-in

  9. 9

    Day 9

    Fly home from Islamabad

What's included

  • Pickup from hotel or vacation rental before sightseeing
  • Drop at hotel or vacation rental after sightseeing
  • Guided sightseeing tour according to itinerary above
  • Map (hard copy)
  • Licensed professional guide (english speaking)
  • SUV/mini-van/car (depending on number of people)
  • Driver
  • All entry/admission tickets
  • Bottled water in car (fair usage policy)
  • Toll & parking fees
  • Drop after 10 pm (Drivers & Guide's working hours end at 10pm)

Not included

  • Gratuities/tips for guides/drivers, etc
  • Meals, snacks and drinks (our guide will make recommendations after consultation with guests)
  • Accommodation (can be arranged at additional cost according to your budget)
  • Personal travel insurance (Recommendation/Rescue Partners: Global Rescue)
  • Visa to Pakistan (supporting documents can be offered if requested for multiday tours)
  • Refunds in case of early tour windup/closure due to any reason

Hotels & accommodation

  • Accommodation in Besham/Chilas
  • Accommodation in Karimabad

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