Taghm (Spring Festival)
Verifiedby Apricot Tours · Islamabad
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- 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
Day 1
Islamabad-Besham/Chilas · Indus River and surrounding peaks views
- 2
Day 2
Drive to Hunza (Karimabad) · Convergence of Himalayas, Hindukush, and Karakoram mountain ranges · Panoramic vistas of Nanga Parbat and Rakaposhi peaks
- 3
Day 3
Drive to Shimshal Valley via Kuk · Mulungudi glacier and hot springs views · Dastagil Sar (7885 meters) view · Shimshal Valley exploration
- 4
Day 4
Shimshal Valley exploration · Taghm Festival celebration · Traditional practices, dances, rituals, and local foods
- 5
Day 5
Shimshal Valley exploration · Taghm Festival celebration · Traditional practices, dances, rituals, and local foods
- 6
Day 6
Explore Hunza (Karimabad) · Passu and Batura Glaciers visit · Altit and Baltit Forts visit · Hunza ethnic dance performance in the evening
- 7
Day 7
Drive to Besham/Naran via Karakoram Highway · Lunch stop at Dassu · Besham/Naran accommodation check-in
- 8
Day 8
Drive back to Islamabad via Karakoram Highway · Taxila UNESCO World Heritage site visit · Islamabad accommodation check-in
- 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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