Experience the breathtaking beauty of the Hunza Valley during cherry blossom season. Explore ancient forts, majestic mountains, and the stunning Rakaposhi and Spantik peaks.
Islamabad-Besham
Mansehra - A five-hour journey through the scenic Abbottabad city and Mansehra via the newly constructed Hazara Express motorway.
Karakoram Highway - Our driver will pick up travelers from the airport or hotel in Islamabad and begin the journey to Besham via the Karakoram Highway. This 1,300-kilometer national highway stretches from Hasan Abdal in Punjab province to the Khunjerab Pass in Gilgit-Baltistan, where it crosses into China and becomes China National Highway.
Besham-Gilgit
Nanga Parbat - The distance from Besham to Gilgit is ten hours, including a lunch break. Stops include the Nanga Parbat viewpoint on the Karakoram Highway, just after crossing the Raikot Bridge following Chilas city.
Gilgit to Karimabad, Hunza
Rakaposhi View Point - A one-hour drive from Hunza and a two-hour drive from Gilgit city. Rakaposhi, the 27th highest mountain in the world, offers a viewpoint where travelers can take a break for tea or lunch. The stunning snow-covered Rakaposhi peak, shining in the sunlight, is a breathtaking sight. A clean, fresh, and cold water stream from the glacier enhances the experience.
Karimabad City
Baltit Fort - Located in Karimabad, which was once the capital of the state of Hunza, Baltit Fort stands on an artificially flattened spur below the Ulter Glacier. Strategically positioned with a commanding view of the Hunza Valley and its tributaries, it is on the UNESCO World Heritage list and is about 800 years old.
Altit Fort - The entrance to the fort opens into the royal gardens, an apricot orchard spread over lush green grass fields. A sawdust-filled path leads through the gardens to the fort. Altit Fort is the oldest surviving structure in Gilgit-Baltistan, dating back 1,100 years. For centuries, it served as the royal residence for the Mirs of Hunza.
Attabad Lake, Passu Cathedrals, and Cherry Blossom
Attabad Lake - Attabad Lake, a natural wonder, is located in the Gojal valley of Hunza. The true colors of the cherry blossom season can be seen here.
Passu Glacier - Situated on the south side of Passu village, Passu Glacier is linked with Batura Glacier and many other glaciers in the region. Passu Peak is located behind the glacier.
Gilgit-Besham
Gilgit - After shopping for souvenirs at the famous NLI Bazaar, travelers will head back to Besham, a journey of about 10 hours.
Besham-Islamabad
Islamabad - Travelers will be dropped off at their designated hotel or the airport after traveling from Besham to Islamabad, which takes about 5 hours or more.
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Breakfast
The Cherry Blossom period in Hunza Valley heralds the arrival of spring and extends up to the onset of the summer months. Typically, this flowering season stretches from March 15 to April 30, offering an alluring panorama for visitors. This journey features travel on the Karakorum Highway, historically part of the ancient Silk Route, and credited with inspiring James Hilton’s depiction of Shangri-La in the Hunza Valley, shared in his narrative after he visited the region just before releasing ‘Lost Horizon.’ Renowned for its early blossoming cherry trees compared to other regions, the valley boasts the millennia-old Altit Fort and the nearly as historic 800-year-old Baltit Fort, both providing striking vantage points over the territory. The valley is nestled amidst towering peaks, with the grand Rakaposhi, the 27th tallest mountain globally, across the Hunza River. Nearby are Spantik Peak, often referred to as the ‘Golden Peak,’ and towards the back of Karimabad lie notable summits including Hunza Peaks, Ultar I & II, and the Ladyfinger Peak.
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