7 Days Hunza Khunjerab Tour
Overview
Our top-rated domestic package. Beyond the classic circuit you continue north through Gojal: the cathedral ridge of Passu Cones, the swaying Hussaini suspension bridge, Wakhi culture in Gulmit — then climb through Khunjerab National Park, ibex and yak country, to stand at the highest paved border crossing on Earth. Seven days gives the trip breathing room with no 12-hour marathon driving days.
Trip Highlights
- Khunjerab Pass (4,693 m) — the Pakistan–China border
- Passu Cones and Passu Glacier viewpoint
- Hussaini suspension bridge crossing
- Gulmit village and Borith Lake
- Baltit & Altit Forts and Eagle's Nest
- Attabad Lake boating
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Islamabad → Chilas
KKH or Babusar route north; overnight Chilas.
⛰ 1,265 m
Chilas → Karimabad
Nanga Parbat and Rakaposhi viewpoints en route; evening bazaar walk.
⛰ 2,438 m
Karimabad heritage day
Baltit and Altit Forts, Channel Walk, sunset at Eagle's Nest.
⛰ 2,850 m
Attabad → Gulmit (overnight upper Hunza)
Boating at Attabad, Hussaini Bridge, Gulmit village and Ondra Fort hike.
⛰ 2,500 m
Khunjerab Pass day trip
Through Khunjerab National Park to the border gate and back — wildlife spotting and the world's highest ATM.
⛰ 4,693 m
Gulmit → Gilgit / Chilas
Descend the KKH with a possible Naltar Valley detour.
⛰ 1,500 m
Return to Islamabad
Final drive south.
What’s Included
✔ Included
- Hotel accommodation (breakfast included)
- Private vehicle with experienced KKH driver
- All fuel, tolls and parking
- 24/7 WhatsApp support
- All applicable taxes
- Khunjerab National Park arrangements
✖ Not included
- Lunches and dinners
- Entry tickets to forts and attractions
- Personal expenses and tips
- Travel insurance
- Khunjerab entry fee
Frequently Asked Questions
When is Khunjerab Pass open?
Roughly May to late November, weather depending; in winter we substitute Naltar Valley snowscapes.
Will altitude be a problem?
You sleep at or below 2,850 m and visit 4,693 m for only 1–2 hours, which most healthy travellers tolerate easily.
Is this tour completely private?
Yes — your own vehicle, your own driver, and departure on any date you choose. No strangers, no fixed seats, and the daily plan flexes to your pace.
Can the trip begin at Gilgit Airport?
Yes — fly Islamabad to Gilgit (tickets booked at cost) and we start the itinerary from the airport, trimming the road days. A road backup is always planned in case mountain weather cancels the flight.
What happens if a domestic flight is cancelled?
Mountain weather cancels a share of Gilgit and Skardu flights, so every fly-based plan carries a costed road backup that activates automatically — you may lose a day, never the trip. Road-based itineraries are unaffected.
Which hotels are used?
Named properties are confirmed on your quote; expect well-reviewed standard hotels, with deluxe and luxury upgrades available at booking. See our Hotels page for the full 66-property partner list and per-night rates.
Is this package suitable for children?
Yes — drive legs are broken with rest stops, family rooms are booked, and daily plans flex around nap and meal times. Car seats available on request.
Is the tour suitable for senior travellers?
Yes with reasonable mobility — vehicle access covers nearly every highlight, walking is optional, and we pace days generously. Tell us about any conditions and we’ll adapt the plan.
Can the itinerary be customised?
Completely — add or drop days, swap valleys, change hotel tiers or start cities; it’s your trip and re-quoting a custom version costs nothing.
What is not included?
Mainly: lunches and dinners; entry tickets to forts and attractions; personal expenses and tips. The full included/excluded lists above are part of your fixed quote — nothing is added later.