1. How high is Khunjerab Pass, and is altitude sickness a concern?

Khunjerab Pass sits at 4,693 metres above sea level, making it one of the highest paved border crossings in the world. Since the visit is a same-day drive up and back down rather than an overnight stay at altitude, most travelers experience little to no issue, though staying hydrated and taking it easy on the day is recommended.

2. What's the road like between Naran and Gilgit via Babusar Pass?

The route via Babusar Pass, at over 4,000 metres, offers dramatic scenery but involves winding mountain roads that can be affected by weather, especially outside the summer season. The pass is generally open from June to October, so travel outside these months may require an alternate route.

3. Can this tour be combined with a Skardu-Khaplu extension, or is it fixed?

The itinerary already includes Skardu and Khaplu Valley as part of the main route, giving a well-rounded look at both Hunza and Baltistan. That said, most itineraries like this can be shortened, extended, or adjusted with additional stops depending on your travel dates and interests.

Hunza Adventure Guiding Tour | Explore Hunza Valley with Experts

Accomodation
2-3 stars hotels (in some places best available)
Arrival City
Islamabad
Departure City
Islamabad
Guide
Guided
Language
English
Meals
Breakfast, lunch and dinner (normally included)
Mineral Water
Yes
Transportation
Car or Van/ grand Cabin 13 seats or Coaster/minibus, 21seats (4x 4 classical jeeps)
Minimum Age
18
Maximum Age
75

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Karakoram Tour (Journey Through the High Mountains of Pakistan)

Experience the spectacular Karakoram on an unforgettable journey through some of the most dramatic mountain landscapes in Pakistan. The tour follows the legendary Karakoram Highway, linking the valleys, villages, and high mountain passes of Gilgit-Baltistan.

Travel through Gilgit, Hunza, Nagar, and Upper Hunza, with opportunities to admire magnificent peaks, glaciers, rivers, and alpine lakes. Highlights include Rakaposhi views, Attabad Lake, Passu, Gulmit, the historic villages of Hunza, and Khunjerab Pass, at 4,693 metres above sea level.

The journey combines breathtaking scenery with local culture and history. Explore ancient settlements, traditional villages, and historic forts while meeting the welcoming communities of the Karakoram.

This Karakoram Tour is ideal for travellers looking for a combination of adventure, culture, mountain scenery and an authentic journey through northern Pakistan.

Trip Highlights

Karakoram Highway – Travel one of the world's most spectacular high-altitude roads
Rakaposhi Views – Admire one of the world's most iconic 7,000m peaks
Khunjerab Pass – Reach 4,693 metres above sea level at one of the world's highest border crossings
Local Culture & Hospitality – Meet the welcoming communities of the Karakoram region

Day 01 :

Arrival in Islamabad

Arrival Islamabad airport, meet with our staff and transfer to the hotel in the rest of time sightseeing of Islamabad and Rawalpindi, overnight at hotel in Islamabad

Day 02 :

Drive to Naran via Taxila

Drive to Naran, en-route visit to Taxila, overnight in Naran at hotel

Day 03 :

Drive to Gilgit via Babusar Pass

Drive to Gilgit via Babu Sar 4160M, Chilas, in the way make several stops at view points and important places, arrival Gilgit, visit Khargah Buddh ( rock carving), bazaar and overnight at hotel in Gilgit

Day 04 :

Day-04:

Drive to Karimabad Hunza, visit Bazaar, Baltit Fort,overnight at hotel in Karimabad

Day 05 :

Hopar, Altit & Duikar

Drive to Hopar, in Nagar in route visit to Ganish Fort, back to Karimabad then drive to Altit, visit Altit Fort, and drive to Duikar 3000M, highest point of the valley, overnight at hotel in Duikar

Day 06 :

Drive to Passu

Drive to Passu, en-route visit to Attabad Lak,e, Gulmit museum, Hussani suspension Bridge, Borith Lake, Passu Village, walk around, overnight at hotel in Passu

Day 07 :

Khunjerab Pass

Drive to Khunjerab Pass and back to Passu and continue to Karimabad- Hunza, overnight at hotel in Karimabad

Day 8 :

Drive to Skardu

Drive to Skardu, you will make several stops in the way, arrival Skardu and visit Fort and Cold Desert, overnight at hotel in Skardu

Day 09 :

Drive to Khaplu Valley

Drive to Khaplu Valley and overnight at hotel in Khaplu

Day 10 :

Return to Gilgit

Drive back to Skardu and local visits, overnight at hotel in Skardu