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Northern Pakistan – Cycling Adventure on Karakoram Highway

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Duration

16 Days

Tour Type

Specific Tour

Group Size

12 people

Languages

English

About The Cycling Tour in the Karakoram

This is a specially designed tour of cycling amidst the majestic mountains of Karakoram. You will ride through the surreal Karakoram Highway starting off from Gilgit till the world’s highest road border the Khunjerab Pass which connects Pakistan to China. Over the journey, you will witness the breathtaking views of gigantic mountains and the beautiful valleys of Hunza and Nagar. 

Major Highlights of the Tour 

  • Lifetime experience of cycling through the high mountain passes of the Karakoram range 
  • Witness the most spectacular views of mountains, Glaciers, Passes, and lakes through the 8th wonder of the world the Karakoram Highway
  • Meet and greet with some of the most hospitable people living in the valleys of Hunza and Nagar 
  • Explore the rich culture, food, and lifestyle of the mountain communities 
  • Light hike to the 6th largest glacier in the world. 

Departure & Return Location

Islamabad International Airport (https://goo.gl/maps/a2sUaKrZ85QLsqFr5)

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Day 1 Islamabad

Receive the Guests from Islamabad airport Transfer to Hotel Overnight stay in Islamabad

Day 2 Road trip to Chilas

Transfer to Chilas from Islamabad.
Cycles will also be transported to Chilas. 
You will either travel via Naran and Babusar top or via the Besham route if Babusar is closed due to heavy snow on the pass. 
Stay in Chilas 

Day 3 Raikot Bridge to Gilgit

Early morning transfer from Chilas to Raikot Bridge (6:00–7:30 am).
Start cycling from Raikot Bridge to Gilgit.

Distance: 77 km
Altitude: Raikot Bridge 1500 m, Gilgit 1600 m
Overnight stay: Gilgit

Day 4 Cycling to Rakaposhi viewpoint

Cycling from Gilgit to Rakaposhi Viewpoint.
Time: 6:00 am – 3:00 pm
Distance: 65 km
Altitude: Gilgit 1600 m, Rakaposhi Viewpoint 1900 m
Overnight stay: Near Rakaposhi Viewpoint

Day 5 Cycling: Rakaposhi Viewpoint to Karimabad

Cycling towards Aliabad/Karimabad.

Start and End Time: 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Distance: 35 km
Altitude: Rakaposhi Viewpoint 1900 m, Karimabad 2500 m
Altitude gain: 600 m
Overnight stay: Karimabad

Day 6 Explore Central Hunza

Free day to cycle around Central Hunza.
Visit historic forts and nearby villages.
Evening visit to Eagles Nest, Duikar Valley for panoramic sunset views.
Altitude at Eagles Nest: 2900 m
Overnight stay: Karimabad

Day 7 Cycling: Karimabad to Passu

Cycling from Karimabad to Passu.

Start: 7:00 am | End: 3:00 pm
Altitude: Karimabad 2500 m, Passu 2600 m
Overnight stay: Passu

Day 8 Cycling: Passu to Sost

Distance: 40 km
Altitude: 2600 m → 2800 m
Overnight stay: Sost

Day 9 Cycling: Sost to Dhee

Distance: 30 km
Altitude gain: 100 m
Overnight stay: Dhee

Stay in the tents.
If the group size is 03 or below,say in Dhee will be excluded, and you will be taken directly to the Khunjerab on this day.  Return to Sost. 
The Pick up will always be available with you to transport the cycles wherever needed. 

Day 10 Cycling: Dhee to Khunjerab Pass

Cycling to Khunjerab Pass.

Distance: 42 km
Altitude: Dhee 2900 m, Khunjerab Pass 4700 m
Visit the highest ATM in the world.

Transfer to Passu/Gulmit on the same day.
Overnight stay: Near Attabad Lake

Day 11 Rest Day in Gulmit

Rest and recovery day in Upper Hunza.
Optional visits: Attabad Lake, Borith Lake, Hussaini Suspension Bridge, Ghulkin Village, and surrounding areas.
Overnight stay: Gulmi

Day 12 Fairy Meadows/Rakaposhi Base Camp

You will have a choice to trek to the Rakaposhi Base Camp or the Nanga Parbat Base Camp from here onwards. 

Transfer to Minapin 
Trek to Hapakun Camp on this day if you decide to trek to Rakaposhi. 

OR

Early morning checkout.
Transfer to Raikot Bridge.
Jeep ride to Tattu Village (approx. 1.5 hours).
Hike to Fairy Meadows (2–3 hours).
Overnight stay: Fairy Meadows

Day 13 Nanga Parbat Base Camp Trek

Trek to Rakaposhi Base camp from Hapakun Camp. 
Spend the day hiking over the white glacier, trek to the side hills to get the broader horizons.  
Return to Minapin by evening. Overnight stay in Minapin/Nasirabad, Hunza. 

OR 


Day trek to Nanga Parbat Base Camp and return.

Overnight stay: Fairy Meadows
Altitude at Fairy Meadows: 3200
Altitude at Nanga Parbat BC: 3800 

Day 14 Transfer to Naran

Check out from the hotel in Minapin. 
Road trip to Naran. 
Stay in Naran.

OR

Return hike to Tattu Village.
Jeep ride to Raikot Bridge.
Transfer to Naran.
Overnight stay: Naran

Day 15 Naran to Islamabad

Scenic road journey from Naran to Islamabad.
Overnight stay: Islamabad

Day 16 - End of the tour.

Check out of the hotel. 
Transfer to Islamabad International Airport 
Fly to the home destination 

  • Hotel Accommodation - Twin sharing basis
  • A separate vehicle will be on board to carry the gear and necessary items
  • Tour Manager/Tour Leader
  • Fuel, Toll Taxes and driver service charges
  • Breakfast and lunch throughout the tour
  • Bi-Cycles
  • Any Private Expenses
  • Dinners
  • Personal expenses
  • Entry tickets

Fullday (+7hours)

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