It is the fabled land of ancient travellers.Snow capped
mountain peaks,its vast glaciers and its awe-inspiring
gorges make it a valley unique to itself.Hunza is easily
accessible from Gilgit by road.For the first time I have
designed this unique tour to offer a close in-sight to
the life,culture, customs and traditions of the friendly
Hunzokuts as well as to watch the generosity of nature.
It includes a visitto Altit and Baltit Forts, excursions
to the adjoining serene valleys, walk in the village,
folk music and dance, mysterious Shaman dance, an unusual ,folk lunch,
at a local house or a dinner at the roof of Baltit Fort and the ,King
of the games’,thrilling polo match at Gilgit. These unique features
make the trip a memory of lifetime.A three days trip to the base of
Rakaposhi can be added to this unique experience.Hunza has been ruled
by the same family known as Mirs of Hunza for 960 years. Hunzakuts
are believed to be the descendents of five wandering soldiers of Alexander
the Great. The people of Hunza speak Brushuski, an aboriginal language.
This preincely state retained its isolated independence for a long time
in the remote part of the areas which now from the Northern Areas of
Pakistan adjoining the Sinkiang Autonomous Region of China.During early
nineteenth century, Hunza resented Kashmir's attempts to gain control and
its rulers periodically expelled Kashmir garrisons, threatended Gilgit,
and politicked with the rulers of Kashgar to the north where the Russians
were gaining influence. Fearing Russians infiltration into their northern
frontiers, the British took over direct political control at Gilgit in
1889. Incesant fratricidal intrigues in Hunza and Nagar made the areas
doubly insecure. This, coupled with the Mir of Hunza's consistent
intransigence induced the British to march on Hunza in December 1891,
where they fought a decisive battle at Nilit, 60 km beyond Diaynor Bridge.
After this the British garrisoned Aliabad until 1897 when Hunza became a
princely state protected by the Government of British India. After the
Pakistan was created in 1947, the people of Hunza also gained liberation
and the princely state was merged in Pakistan.more..
The 300 K.M, long beautiful Chitral valley is a place of fascinating
beauty and grandour. Chitral is also famous for Polo. The valley is
accessible by air and by road from Peshawer
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Mountains & Valleys
Pakistan offers uniqueness and variety in charms.some call her a
land of spectacular mountain ranges and loftiest peaks,as the
K-2 (8611 m) the second highest peak in the world after Mount Everst
and the Nanga Parbat (8123 M),the longest of all,generally known as
"Killer mountain",are situated here.To many others,she is the cradle
of an ancient civilization where lies Moen-Jodaro,one of the most
developed ancient cities of the world dating back to 5,000 years still
others call her a repository of Mughal grandeur and glory.pakistan
abounds in picturesque valleys (Kaghan,Swat,Gilgit,Chitral,Skardu and
Hunza),blue sparkling lakes such as Saif-ul-Muluk,Satpara,Kachura,etc.
in the Northern Areas and Haleji and Keenjher (Near Karachi)cool sunny
beaches along the Arabian Coast,burning desert sands,waterfalls,
old bazaars. amalgamation of ancient and modern culture, wildlife,
golf courses and recreation spots.
Gilgit Valley
There are few places in the world that compare with
Gilgit in its spectacular scenic beauty.This valley is
surrounded by high mountain ranges of the Karakoram and
the Hamalayas.Here are the some world`s highest peaks
such as Nanga Parbat and snow covered majestic Rakaposhi
Other worth seeing places are Punjal,Naltar,Yasin.Gilgit
is accessible by air from Rawalpindi or by 15 hours bus
journey with one stopover on the way. Airconditioned
coaches also play betwen Gilgit and Rawalpindi.The best
time to visit May to july.Annual POlo matches are atreat
to watch.more...
Skardu Valley
Skardu is capital of Baltistan, perched 2438.40 metres (8,000 ft)
above sea level,in the backdrop of the great peaks of the Karakoram
mountain ranges.Polo is a popular game here.Kachura and Satpara lakes
and Shigar valley abound in natural beauty.
Hunza Valley
Chitral Valley
Kalash Valley
The valley comprises about 5,000 sq. miles and encompasses three small valleys (Bambureet, Remboor, Ayoun)lying between the Hindukush and the Karakoram. It is one of the best picturesque places with natural beauty. One of the major attraction of Chitral is the Kallash valley, the home of the Kalash,wearers of the black robe,a primitive pagan tribe, whose ancestors came with Alexander the great and settled in the valley
Swat valley
The enchanting land of magnificent scenic beauty,it is the holiday maker`s delight. The lush green fertile valleys,towering snow-clad mountains,meandering rivers, rushing torrents, fruit laden orchards. The worth seeing places in swat are Saidu Sharif, Mingora, Madien, Kalam,Behrain,MalamJabba. Swat is accesible by road from Rawalpindi via Mardan or direct from Peshawar. Gulkada(formerly known as Butkara) and Udegram sites in swat valley are flourishing centes of the Gandhara school of sculpture.Kaghan valley
Kaghan valley, the scenic wonderland,unspoilt paradise with collection of Himalyan peaks, waterfalls and glaciers is a place where nature smiles in its pristine glory. The places of interest in Kaghan valley are Balakot,Shogran,Kaghan,Naran,Lake Saif-ul-Muluk (10,500 feet above sea levels),Lalazar,Batakundi and Babuar pass (13,600 feet high).The Kaghan valley is also known for trout fishing. The valley is accessible by road from Rawalpindi via Abbotabbad, gateway to the Kaghan valley.BATURA GLACIER TREK
60 Km long Batura Glacier, one of the longest glaciers, nestled between some of the beautiful high mountain of the world. Most of the trek is easy stroll along the flower filled ablation valley between the lateral moraine and the mountain and includes a crossing of glacier. As we pass through the summer pastures of the people of Passu, this is one of the few treks which offer an opportunity to see the life of Wakhis of Upper Hunza as well as awe-inspiring views of Ultar (7388 meters), Passu Peak (7478 meters), Karon Koh (7200 meters) and the splendid Batura Group (7500-7785 meters)
K2 GONDOGORO PASS TREK
The other route from Concordia leads south to the
scenic Hushe Valley over Gondogoro Pass (5450m) for
return journey.Traversing over Gondogoro Pass offer
the panoramic views of the ocean of lofty peaks
including K2 from the pass and the exploration of
awe inspiring Hushe Valley instead of returning by
the same way. Hushe Valley is surrounded by breath
taking views of glaciers and mountains like
Masherbum (7821 m), K6 (7282 m), K7, Laila Peak,
etc. This valley offers several short treks with
magnificent views. This trek can also be started from Hushe and end at
Askoli in reverse direction. Climbing Gondogoro Pass requires physical
fitness and involves use of rope and ice axe.
