Drive Through Pakistan – 10-day Pakistan Explorer: Lahore, Islamabad, Peshawar, Taxila, Hunza & Kaghan Valley Adventure
About this tour
Dates of Visit: June – November 2026
Number of Group Members: 1-20 Pax
Locations: Lahore, Islamabad, Peshawar, Taxila, Hunza, Nagar, Upper Hunza, Gilgit & Kaghan
Valley (North-Pakistan)
Duration: 10 Days & 9 Nights
Weather Conditions: Moderate to Cold
Activities: Sightseeing, Famous Autumn colours of North-Pakistan, Culture & History
Day-by-day itinerary
Day 1: Allama Iqbal International Airport, Lahore, Pakistan to Lahore, Pakistan
Day 1: Arrival in Lahore – Welcome at the Airport • Arrival at Lahore International Airport (as per flight timings) • Warm welcome by our representative and transfer to the hotel • Evening visit to the vibrant local markets and Lahore Food Street (subject to arrival time) • Dinner featuring authentic Lahori cuisine Overnight: Faletti’s Express Hotel, Lahore Meals: Dinner
Day 2: Lahore, Pakistan
Day 2: Lahore Sightseeing – The Walled City Experience • Breakfast at the hotel • Proceed for a guided exploration of the historic Walled City of Lahore Highlights include: • Drive through: Gowalmandi, Chowk Shah Alam, Lohari Gate, Mori Gate, Urdu Bazaar, Bhatti Gate, Kashmiri Gate, Yakki Gate, Sheranwala Gate • Start of walled city tour at Delhi Gate • Visits to: o Badshahi Mosque (Royal Mosque) o Lahore Fort o Wazir Khan Mosque (with optional minaret climb) o Shahi Hammam (Royal Bath) o Royal Trail and traditional mohallas • Experience local crafts, street food, and traditional attire • Afternoon visit to the Tomb of Emperor Jahangir • Proceed to Wagah Border to witness the iconic flag-lowering ceremony • Dinner at a renowned local restaurant Overnight: Faletti’s Express Hotel, Lahore Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Day 3: Lahore, Pakistan to Islamabad, Pakistan
Day 3: Lahore to Islamabad – Capital Highlights • Breakfast at the hotel • Departure for Islamabad via motorway • Short stopover en route • Arrival and transfer to the hotel • City tour of Islamabad: o Faisal Mosque o Pakistan Monument o Lok Virsa Museum • Evening excursion to Damn-e-koh for panoramic views of the city. Overnight: Grace Boutique Hotel, Islamabad Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Day 4: Islamabad, Pakistan to Peshawar, Pakistan
Day 4: Excursion to Peshawar – A Journey into History • Breakfast at the hotel • Full-day excursion to Peshawar, one of South Asia’s oldest living cities City exploration includes: • Old Town: Qissa Khwani Bazaar, Mohabbat Khan Mosque, Gor Khatri, Sethi House, Clock Tower • Photo stop at Bala Hisar Fort (exterior view) • Visit to Peshawar Museum • Return to Islamabad in the evening Overnight: Grace Boutique Hotel, Islamabad Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Day 5: Islamabad, Pakistan to Naran, Pakistan
Day 5: Islamabad to Naran – Gateway to the North • Breakfast and departure for Naran • Scenic drive through Kaghan Valley Stopovers: • Balakot • Kiwai / Khanian • Arrival in Naran and hotel check-in • Evening free to explore Naran Bazaar Overnight: Northern Retreat Hotel, Naran Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Day 6: Naran, Pakistan to Hunza Nagar
Day 6: Naran to Hunza – Journey on Karakoram Highway • Breakfast and departure for Hunza Valley En route highlights: • Nanga Parbat Viewpoint • Confluence of the three great mountain ranges (Karakoram, Himalaya, Hindu Kush) • Rakaposhi Viewpoint • Travel along the legendary Karakoram Highway • Arrival in Hunza and check-in Overnight: Best Western Premier Hotel, Hunza Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Day 7: Hunza, Hunza Nagar to Hunza Nagar
Day 7: Hunza Valley Exploration • Breakfast at the hotel Sightseeing includes: • Guided tours of: o Altit Fort o Baltit Fort • Visit to Karimabad Bazaar • Excursion to Attabad Lake: o Boating experience o Optional jet skiing • Transfer back to hotel Overnight: Best Western Premier Hotel, Hunza Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Day 8: Hunza Nagar to Gilgit
Day 8: Upper Hunza & Passu Region • Breakfast at the hotel Full-day excursion to Upper Hunza: • Drive to Khunjerab/Passu region (as per conditions) • Visit: o Hussaini Suspension Bridge o Borith Lake o Passu Cones • Tea break at a scenic café overlooking glaciers • Evening drive to Gilgit Overnight: Ramada by Wyndham, Gilgit Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Day 9: Gilgit to Islamabad, Pakistan
Day 9: Gilgit to Islamabad via Babusar Pass • Breakfast and departure for Islamabad Scenic stopovers: • Babusar Pass • Lulusar Lake • Besal & Batakundi Overnight: Grace Boutique Hotel, Islamabad Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Day 10: Islamabad, Pakistan to Islamabad International Airport, Islamabad, Pakistan
Day 10: Heritage of Taxila – Drop at Islamabad Airport • Breakfast at the hotel • Proceed for a guided excursion to Taxila, a UNESCO World Heritage Site Visits include: • Taxila Museum • Dharmarajika Stupa Site • Timely transfer to Islamabad International Airport as per the flight schedule Meals: Breakfast **End of Services
What's included
Services Included Transportation: • Private transport as per itinerary. (Sedan Car, Grand Cabin Van, Coaster) Depends on group size • Experienced driver, Fuel & Road Tolls. Accommodation & Meals: • Quality hotel accommodation as per the itinerary on a single and double sharing basis • Meals as mentioned in the itinerary. (Breakfast & Dinner) • Water bottles during travel. (0.5x2 per person per day) Guides & Safety: • Discover Pakistan’s highly professional staff will supervise the whole event. • Services of a government-licensed tour guide. • Basic first aid kit available during travel and activities. • Entry tickets for all tourist destinations as per the itinerary. • Boating charges at Attabad Lake.
Services not included: • Medication, evacuation, rescue, hospitalization or doctor visit etc. • Meals which are not mentioned in the itinerary • Any expenses of personal nature. • Travel Insurance. • Any extra expense due to force majeure, natural calamities, restrictions by governments, flight cancellations and beyond the control of Discover Pakistan Tours & Trekking, their staff and their suppliers. • Anything that is not mentioned above.
Languages spoken
Route & locations
Allama Iqbal International Airport, Lahore, Pakistan to Lahore, Pakistan