Hunza Kkh Spring Tour With Cultural Aspect
About this tour
Spring Blossom Tour – Hunza Valley
The Spring Blossom Tour to Hunza is one of the most enchanting journeys in northern Pakistan. Traveling along the legendary Karakoram Highway, visitors experience landscapes bursting with new life as cherry, apricot, and apple trees bloom in vibrant colors.
Highlights
Blossoming Orchards: Valleys filled with cherry and apricot blossoms, creating a magical atmosphere.
Historic Forts: Visits to Baltit and Altit Forts, showcasing centuries-old Hunza settlements and culture.
Scenic Drives: The Karakoram Highway offers breathtaking views of snow-capped peaks, rivers, and terraced fields.
Local Culture: Warm hospitality of Hunza’s people, traditional music, and regional cuisine.
Nature’s Renewal: Spring brings fresh greenery, crystal-clear streams, and a sense of rejuvenation across the valley.
Experience
This tour blends natural beauty with cultural heritage—perfect for travelers seeking both relaxation and discovery. The contrast of ancient forts against blossoming orchards makes Hunza in spring a truly unforgettable destination.
Day-by-day itinerary
Day 1: Islamabad, Pakistan
Altitude: 540 m Your flights will normally arrive in Islamabad in the afternoon. Our guide(s) will receive you from the airport. Soon the participants will be transferred to hotels. This day the participants can relax and recover from the journey
Day 2: Islamabad, Pakistan to Bisham, Pakistan
Our guest will depart to Besham or Naran (depending on weather and other variables) from Islamabad. If we take the road to Besham, our guests will drive through Haripur, Abbotabad, Mansehra and then Besham, along Indus river on Karakoram Highway. However, we will try to travel via Naran road. This will give our guests the opportunity to explore additional locations.
Day 3: Bisham, Pakistan to Hunza, Hunza Nagar
altitude 1800mt to 2100mt We will drive towards the beautiful valley of Hunza in the Karakoram range. We will follow the Indus river on the Karakoram highway until we are met by the Hunza river. Hunza valley is unique in terms of the natural environment, culture, food, etc. Crossing few bridges, passing through small villages of the Brusho and Shinaki people, we will reach the capital of Hunza, Karimabad where we will spend the night.
Day 4: Hunza, Hunza Nagar to Nagar Khas
altitude 2200mt to 25oo The morning will start off with a mesmerizing view of Rakaposhi peak from the hotel in Karimabad. The day will start with a visit to the Baltit fort (700 years old) and Altit Fort (900 Years Old). Guests can enjoy a cup of coffee at the royal gardens of Altit Fort. A short excursion/hike to highest view point (Duikar) in Hunza-Nagar late in the afternoon to witness sunsets on white peaks.
Day 5: Hunza, Hunza Nagar to Sost Embassy Motel, Sost
Altitude: 4,693 m On this day the guests will depart to the international paved road border “Khunjerab Pass. We will pass through Ganish Bridge & ancient rock carvings. We will be travelling along famous Attabad Lake and Newly constructed Pak-China friendship tunnels. Participants will cross through Wildlife Conservation Area in Khyber before entering Khunjerab National Park in Deh. We will each Pak-China border and get stunned by the natural environment and may even witness snow in summers on a lucky day. Khunjerab National Park is wildlife habitats for ibex, snow leopards, marmots etc. Guests might get a chance to meet Chinese people (soldiers/border police/Chinese tourists from the other side). Participants will eat packed/picnic lunch on Pak-China Border (4733m). Guest will get shopping time on return in Sost (Immigration/Customs point) for Chinese goods (electronics, watches etc). We will return to Passu Village for stay
Day 6: Sost to Naran Valley, Pakistan, Balakot
The guests will depart to Besham or Naran (depending on weather and other variables) from Hunza. If we take the road to Besham, we drive through Chilas and Dassu travelling along Indus river on Karakoram Highway. However, we will try to return to Islamabad via Naran road/Babusar Pass (4,173 m). This will give our guests the opportunity to explore additional locations. Our guests will spend the night in Naran or Besham.
Day 7: Naran Valley, Pakistan, Balakot to Islamabad, Pakistan
The journey to Islamabad will be continued either from Besham or Naran. Participants will drive through more towns, cities and villages of Pakistan.
Day 8: Islamabad, Pakistan to Faisal Masjid, Islamabad, Pakistan
On this day the twin cities of Rawalpindi and Islamabad will be explored, both of which are distinct. Islamabad is a modern capital city, great for sightseeing while Rawalpindi is a historic city built in British era with intricate bazaars and bustling streets.
Day 9: Islamabad, Pakistan to Islamabad International Airport, Islamabad, Pakistan
Meals included: Breakfast Our staff will transfer all our guests to the airport on their respective departure timings. The checkout time of all our partner hotels is 12pm.
What's included
Implementation of Covid SOPs/Guidelines & Complimentary Safety Pack (sanitizer, 1 mask & glove per day) Licensed professional guide (government requirement) Airport transfer on first and last day in Islamabad All domestic road transfers All hotel accommodation (twin sharing rooms) All hotel meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) Support staff (assistant(s) etc)
Travel Insurance (recommendations only) Visa to Pakistan (supporting documents will be offered) International airfare Personal equipment (clothes, boots, etc) Tips for guides, porters, staff, etc Miscellaneous (drinks, phone calls, laundry, souvenir, etc
Languages spoken
What to know
This tour can be customized. Please get in touch with me.
Route & locations
Islamabad, Pakistan