8 Days Hunza Nagar Tour
Overview
The explorer's version of the Khunjerab tour: everything in the 7-day plan plus a full day on the quieter Nagar side of the river — Hopper Glacier's dramatic black ice, terraced villages and the best face-on Rakaposhi angles in the valley.
Trip Highlights
- Full 7-day Khunjerab itinerary included
- Dedicated Hopper Glacier & Nagar Valley day
- Rakaposhi views from the Nagar side
- Optional glacier walk with local guide
- Relaxed pacing with 7 hotel nights
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Islamabad → Chilas
North on the KKH; overnight Chilas.
⛰ 1,265 m
Chilas → Karimabad
Viewpoints en route; evening bazaar.
⛰ 2,438 m
Heritage day
Forts, Ganish, Eagle's Nest sunset.
⛰ 2,850 m
Hopper Glacier & Nagar
Full day across the river — glacier viewpoint, optional ice walk, village lunch.
⛰ 2,800 m
Attabad → Gulmit
Boating, Hussaini Bridge, overnight upper Hunza.
⛰ 2,500 m
Khunjerab Pass
Border day through the national park.
⛰ 4,693 m
Gulmit → Gilgit / Chilas
Descend with flexible stops.
⛰ 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
Why add Nagar?
Nagar is Hunza's quieter twin — fewer tourists, closer glaciers and the valley's best Rakaposhi angles.
Can we swap a day for Naltar?
Yes — the itinerary is private and flexible; Naltar's lakes can replace or extend any day.
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.
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 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.
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.