7-Day Luxury Hunza (For Foreign Travellers)
Overview
The same iconic route as the Explorer, elevated: Serena-class rooms with the valley's best views, a Prado-class private SUV, curated dining reservations and a guide whose only job is your week. Ideal for couples, senior travellers and photographers who want the golden hours, not the bus hours.
Trip Highlights
- Serena-class / premium hotels throughout
- Private SUV with senior English-speaking guide
- Curated dining and café reservations
- Flexible daily timing — chase the light
- Khunjerab Pass with private timing
- Optional Gilgit flights both ways
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Arrive Islamabad
Airport meet, premium hotel, briefing dinner.
⛰ 540 m
Fly to Gilgit (or scenic drive)
Weather permitting, the mountain flight; drive backup with premium stops.
⛰ 1,500 m
Gilgit → Karimabad
Short drive; view-room check-in; sunset from the terrace.
⛰ 2,438 m
Private heritage day
Forts with your guide, orchard lunch, Eagle's Nest golden hour.
⛰ 2,850 m
Attabad & upper Hunza
Private boating, lakeside dining, Passu Cones and Hussaini Bridge.
⛰ 2,600 m
Khunjerab Pass
Border day timed to your preference; farewell dinner.
⛰ 4,693 m
Fly back & depart
Gilgit–Islamabad flight (drive backup); airport drop.
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
- Premium hotel category
- Dedicated guide
- Airport transfers
- e-Visa support
✖ Not included
- Lunches and dinners
- Entry tickets to forts and attractions
- Personal expenses and tips
- Travel insurance
- International flights
- Domestic flights (booked at cost)
- Visa fee
Frequently Asked Questions
What if the Gilgit flight is cancelled?
It happens with mountain weather — the itinerary carries a full drive backup at no extra cost.
Can days be reordered?
Completely — luxury here means the schedule serves you, including sunrise shoots and rest days.
Is this tour completely private?
Yes — your own vehicle, your own driver and guide, 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.
Is Khunjerab Pass included?
Yes — the itinerary includes a Khunjerab Pass day (4,693 m, China border), open roughly May to late November. In winter we substitute Naltar Valley snowscapes.
Which hotels are used?
Named properties are confirmed on your quote; expect premium Serena-class properties. 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.
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.
How much advance payment is required?
None just to receive your detailed itinerary and fixed quote. A small deposit confirms dates; the balance is payable on arrival by cash, card (VISA/Mastercard) or bank transfer, with free date changes up to 14 days before travel.