The Hunza & Nagar Valley are famous for their unparalleled natural beauty. Surrounded by majestic snow-capped peaks, lush green meadows, and pristine rivers, it’s a paradise for trekkers and nature enthusiasts. Travel and witness snowcapped and rugged. get a glimpse of the shining ice wall of the Rakaposhi Mountain. You can see the peak towering in front of you from Karimabad, Hunza.
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Day 1:
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- Pakistan International Airlines flies daily from Islamabad to Gilgit. However, since the pilots fly on mere sight (no computer navigation), the flight only goes on clear days. During the flight it’s possible to catch a glimpse of Nanga Parbat (the 9th highest mountain in the world) and K2 (the 2nd highest mountain in the world. The air journey is full of thrills and could itself be regarded as the highlight of the visit.ย
- Depart from Islamabad to Gilgitย
- Reached Gilgit
- Pick up form Gilgit airport
- Depart to Hunza via Karakoram Highway 2 hr 1 minย (95.4 km)
- Short stay at Rakaposhi View Point
- Rakaposhi View Point is prominent viewpoint offering the closest view of Rakaposhi and the natural beauty lies in its scenery. This remarkable viewpoint is located right on the Karakoram Highway (KKH) in Ghulmet village of Nagar Valley.
- Reached Hunzaย
- Check in Hotel
- Drive towards Baltit fort
- Lunch along the way at Baltit fort at Hunza Pavilion operated by local women entrepreneur
she offers her guests live cooking in a cozy setting, both inside and outside her kitchen.
ย Auntie trained in culinary arts from Japan, and prides herself in pressing her own Walnut Oil for her dishes. At the heart of her cuisine is her ability to create recipes that adapt to the surrounding environment, and to serve home-cooked meals in the harshest of weathers. Her specialties include Chap Churo and Hoilo Garma (a local pasta dish).
- The pasta in Holio Garma is made on the spot by flattening out bread, and slicing it into fettuccini-styled pasta. The local noodles, known as Laqsha, are also prepared similarly. They are included into the local soup called Dawdo, which tastes unlike anything you have ever tasted.
- Visit Baltit Fort โBriefing by Fort guideโ 2 hours activityย
Baltit Fort is a fort in the Hunza valley, near the town of Karimabad, in the Gilgit-Baltistan region of northern Pakistan. Founded in the 8th century CE, it has been on the UNESCO World Heritage Tentative list since 2004. The Mirs of Hunza abandoned the fort in 1945, and moved to a new palace down the hill.
- Baltit Fort is well known for its amazing location, beautiful view and ancient architecture in Gilgit and Baltistan.
- Move towards Altit Fort and Royal Garden
- Altit Fort is an ancient fort in the Altit town in the Hunza valley in Gilgit Baltistan, Pakistan. It was originally home to the hereditary rulers of the Hunza state who carried the title of ‘Mir’, although they moved to the somewhat younger Baltit fort nearby three centuries later
- Relish some time at Royal Garden Hunz
- Departure for Eagle Nestย
- Eagle nest is best point in Hunza for sunset and sunset photography. Here is a Mountain which exactly looks like an eagle so its name is drive from this rock
- From Eagle Nest The magnificent views of Rakaposhi, Lady finger Peak, Ultar peak, Golden peak & other snowcapped mountains can be seen.
- Short stay at eagle nest in the evening to witness the sunset and take pictures to capture the incredible moments.ย
- Visit Karim Abad Bazaar for shoppingย
- The town is home to many small handicraft and gems and jewelersโ shops, and you can buy everything from traditional Hunza headwear to antiques. Situated on both sides of a cobbled path the shops are fascinating to look at.
- Have lunch and go for Experiencing Hunza Walnut cake
- Baked by using the walnuts, honey and organic flowers from the mountains of Karakoram, Hindukush and Himalayan ranges.
- Walnut cake is the specialty of Cafe De Hunza, prepared by using walnuts, honey, flour and it has high nutritional and health value because of the ingredients especially walnuts and honey. It protects the heart from various diseases by increasing good cholesterol (HDL) and lowers the risk of heart strokes. Besides that, it helps in combating diabetes, prevents cancer and improves memory.
- Relish the taste of traditional Dessert and back to hotel
- Back to hotel
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Day 2:
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- Breakfastย
- Drive towards Passu via Karakoram Highway 1 hr 3 minย (46.6ย km)
- Reached Attabad Lake Gojal is a lake located in the Gojal region of GilgitโBaltistan, Pakistan. It was formed in January 2010 due to a significant landslide in Attabad. Encompassing an array of engaging activities, the lake has garnered attention for its boating, jet-skiing and other recreational activities.
- this Lake is full of chilly blue water, which slit into the lake from nearby glaciers and from the Hunza river.
- Reached Passu
- Passu is a small village in the Gilgit Baltistan region of northern Pakistan, near Gulmit. One of the most spectacular views on the Karakoram Highway is the Passu cones. Rising to an altitude of 6,106 meters straight up with steep slopes, Passu cones are also called Hot Mountains as the snow doesnโt sit long on top of their cone or pyramid-like structure.
- Short stay at Yak Grill Passu for refreshmentย
- The Yak Grill Passu is nestled in the majestic cones, located on the roadside. The cafe offers Yak meat which you can’t find anywhere in the whole of Pakistan.
- Enjoy the Apricot Cake at Glacier Breeze Restaurant Opposite to Yak Grillย
- Indulge in the sweet elegance of our Apricot Cake at Glacier Breeze,a slice of heaven with every bite. You will never find another ever so donโt forget to taste it.
- Back to Hussani Suspension Bridgeย
Hussaini Bridge known as the most dangerous bridge in the world, only one of many precarious rope bridges in Northern Pakistan. I would suggest you to visit, but won’t suggest you to cross it. Fun Fact: It has 399 steps.
The bridge was built during the time of British occupation of the valley in Shishkat village in Gojal Valley, however, during the construction of the Karakoram Highway, the bridge was moved from Shishkat to Hussaini Village in 1968 as ordered by the Mir of Hunza Muhammad Jamal Khan to connect Hussaini village to Zar.
- Enjoy Adventure Zipline and stepping on the suspension bridge.
- Afterall visit back to Attabad lake after 35 min drive
- Reach Attabad Lake
this Lake is full of chilly blue water, which slit into the lake from nearby glaciers and from the Hunza river.
- Witness the sunset view glittering on lakeย ย
- Drive back to Hunza via same way witnessing the fabulous tunnels excavated in mountains.
- Reached Hunza
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Day 3:
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- Breakfast
- Drive towards Natural Cricket Stadium Pissan Nagar 51 minย (31.8ย km)ย via Karakoram Hwy/N-35
- Hike for 10 to 15 min
- Reached Pissan
- Drive towards Pissan Cricket Stadium
- The worldโs highest natural Cricket Stadium is located in Pissan Valley at District Nagar of Gilgit Baltistan, Pakistan at an elevation of 8,500 feet above sea level. It came under the spotlight in Natural Cricket Stadium Nagar became an aspiration for cricket lovers across Pakistan.
- Natural Cricket Stadium is within walking distance of 1 hour from Pissan main Bazar. It is around 1.5 km above the Main Bazar. The Natural Stadium is located under the shoulder of the ferocious snow-covered Rakaposhi and Diran peaks.
- After relishing some time drive back to Pissan village
- Drive towards Osho Thang Minapin For lunch
- Enjoy the traditional taste of Nagar Gurkan
A spicy, delicious and yummyย mealย made in stone crafted cooker. The dish is Nagar Valley’s traditionalย food. This special cooker is used to cook meal.
- Relish some time at Minapin village with the local environment
- Drive Back to Hunza via same route
- Reached Hunza
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Day 4:
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- Early Breakfastย
- Drive towards Gilgit
- Reached Gilgit airport
- Depart for Islamabad
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