Indus Domes, Deserts & Islamabad
17 days
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Explore a little travelled part of Pakistan with a tour that journeys from Karachi to Islamabad. Travelling in small air-conditioned vehicles with local guides, this journey gives you a unique experience of Pakistan which will last a lifetime
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Overview
Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule
What's this trip about?
Explore a little travelled part of Pakistan with a tour that journeys from Karachi to Islamabad. Travelling in small air-conditioned vehicles with local guides, this journey gives you a unique experience of Pakistan which will last a lifetime
Details
Itinerary focusOperator does not provide
Group sizeIntimate group - max of 1 people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityHyderabad
End CityLahore
Trip includes
- Accommodation - twin share - simple hostels/hotelsKarachi city and surroundings tour (1 full day)Manghopir Sufi Shrine and hot sulphur springsAjrak factory visit (traditional block printed cloth)Boating with the Mohanas tribe on Manchar LakeBoat safari to Sukkur islandSadu Bela - Hindu TempleDerawar FortMultan city tourHarappa archaeological siteRohtas FortLahore city tour (2 full days)Khewra Salt MineIslamabad city tourTaxila museumShan Faisal MosqueLetter of Invitation and general visa advicePakistani clothes (Shalwaar Chemise)Airport transfersMeals - 3 meals per dayTea & Coffee morning & afternoonAll transportEnglish speaking guide
Itinerary
DAY 1: Arrive in Karachi. Afternoon city tour
Welcome in Pakistan at Karachi airport. Transfer to our hotel and take a rest before starting with our city tour.
Our tour begins on a high with a full day's sightseeing in and around Karachi. The National Museum gives us a complete vista of Pakistan’s cultural heritage...
OVERNIGHT:
Karachi hotel
MEALS:
None
EXTRAS:
Extra night in Karachi - pre-tour (EXPAKS)
Guide & Transport for extra day - Karachi (EXPAGK)
Single room supplement (CADD17N)
DAY 2: To Hyderabad via Chaukundi, Thatta, Makli Hills & Kinjhar Lake
Our destination today is Hyderabad, however we'll have a number of stops en-route to visit Chaukundi, Makli Hills and Thatta.
The Chaukundi Tombs are known for their elaborate and exquisite stone carvings and the style of architecture found here, is unique in that it ca...
OVERNIGHT:
Hyderabad hotel
MEALS:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
EXTRAS:
None
DAY 3: Learn about local industries in Hyderabad, Hala & Bhit Shah and join a pottery workshop
Today is all about the industries which the region around Hyderbad is famous for. In Hala and Bhit Shah, known as the hub of Sindhi handicrafts, we visit traditional craft workshops which are largely family-owned. Any purchases you choose to make here contribute to the l...
OVERNIGHT:
Hyderabad hotel
MEALS:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
EXTRAS:
None
DAY 4: 'The Great Wall of Sindh' - Ranikot Fort. Drive to Sehwan.
A real treat is in store this morning as we visit Ranikot Fort, also known as the Great Wall of Sindh, due to its huge 32km circumference, making it the worlds largest fort. The ramparts of the fort have often been compared to those found along the Great Wall of China an...
OVERNIGHT:
Sehwan hotel
MEALS:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
EXTRAS:
None
DAY 5: Visit the Mohanas Tribe and incredible Mohenjo Daro
This morning we'll drive to Manchar Lake which is home to the Mohana Tribe who are thought to be descendants of the first inhabitants of the Indus Valley.
The Mohana are a fascinating people who live in houseboats at the heart of Lake Manchar. Their unique way of life c...
OVERNIGHT:
Larkana hotel
MEALS:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
EXTRAS:
None
DAY 6: Exploring Larkana and Kot Diji Fort
Larkana is home to the famous Bhutto family, who have held the leadership of the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) since it's inception in 1967. Two members of the family have gone on to be Prime Ministers of Pakistan, including Benazir Bhutto, who's widower Asif Ali Zardari ...
OVERNIGHT:
Sukkur hotel
MEALS:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
EXTRAS:
None
DAY 7: Sadhu Belo Temple, Visit the Indus Dolphin Conservation Centre
This morning we'll visit the island of Sadhu Belo which is famous for the highly revered Hindu Temples located here, including Teerath Asthan which is the largest Hindu Temple in Pakistan.
After our visit to the island, we'll enjoy a boat ride on the Sukkur River, keep ...
OVERNIGHT:
Sukkur hotel
MEALS:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
EXTRAS:
None
DAY 8: Drive to Bahawalpur via Bhong Mosque
Our route today takes us to the city of Bahawalpur. The city of Bahawalpur was founded in 1748 and was the capital of the former princely state of Bahawalpur, which was ruled by the Abassi family. The state remained independant until the formation of Pakistan in 1947. En...
OVERNIGHT:
Bahawalpur hotel
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DAY 9: Cholistan Desert, Derawar Fort and Tombs of the Nawabs of Bahawalpur
Today we drive into the Cholistan desert, where standing proudly we'll see the Derawar Fort, a famed hallmark of Bahawalpur. The Derawar Fort has around 40 bastions that stand 30 feet high and the walls have a circumference of approximately 1.5km. The Nawab of Bahawalpur...
OVERNIGHT:
Bahawalpur hotel
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DAY 10: Exploring the former Princely State of Bahawalpur. Drive to Multan
Founded in 1748 by Nawab Bahawal Khan, the former state of Bahawalpur remained independant until the formation of Pakistan in 1947. The Nawabs left behind a wealth of culture and beautiful architecture and today we'll visit Nur Mahal, Bahawalpur Mosque, the Museum and the Bazaar. Later, we'll leave the city behind and make our way to Multan.
OVERNIGHT:
Multan hotel
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DAY 11: Multan, the city of saints, mystics and shrines
We have a full day of sightseeing ahead of us today, exploring the city of Multan. We'll start by exploring a number of shrines, dedicated to the great mystics Bahauddin Zakaria, Shah Rukn e Alam and Shams Tabrez which are decorated with beautiful glazed blue tiles. Late...
OVERNIGHT:
Multan hotel
MEALS:
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DAY 12: Visit Harappa en-route to Lahore
The archaeological site of Harappa provides us with an interesting stop off, on our way to Lahore. The town flourished as a centre of the Indus Valley Civilization and dates back to 3000 BC. Later in the day, we'll arrive in Lahore where we'll have a free evening to settle in.
OVERNIGHT:
Lahore hotel
MEALS:
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DAY 13: Begin exploring the city of Lahore
We'll begin exploring Lahore today, making our first stop at Lahore Fort, a marvel of Moghul architecture which was constructed between the 11th and 16th centuries. Overlooking the Fort is the Badshahi Mosque (the Royal Mosque). the world’s largest, and our next stop. Th...
OVERNIGHT:
Lahore hotel
MEALS:
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DAY 14: Old Walled City of Lahore and the Wagah Border Ceremony
The Old Walled City is our next stop with its narrow and dimly lit alleys leading from Sarafa Bazaar to Kashmiri Bazaar. Brass inlay work, as well as local handicrafts can be found in abundance here. We visit Shahi Hamam (Royal Bath) and the Wazir Khan Mosque before head...
OVERNIGHT:
Lahore hotel
MEALS:
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DAY 15: To Islamabad via the Rohtas Fort & Khewra Salt Mine
Drive to Islamabad, en-route visit the Rohtas Fort and Khewra Salt Mine. Rohtas Fort was built in 1540 by Sher Shah Suri. It is one of the most imposing historical monuments in Pakistan especially attractive for anyone with a taste for castles in the most romantic tradit...
OVERNIGHT:
Islamabad hotel
MEALS:
EXTRAS:
DAY 16: Tours of Islamabad, Taxila and Rawalpindi
Islamabad is a city of many contrasts with green avenues, splendid views of the surrounding hills and busy city life. We have a full day's guided tour around the major sights, including the old city of Rawalpindi, Daman e Koh view point and the huge structure of Shah Fai...
OVERNIGHT:
Islamabad hotel
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DAY 17: Transfer to Islamabad Airport for departureYou'll have some free time in Islamabad today until you are transferred to the airport for departure.
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