Hunza & Khunjerab Pass Grand Tour | Pak-China Border
8D/7N★ 4.8 (134 reviews)Weekly group + private
1Night in Chilas
4Nights in Hunza
1Night in Gilgit
1Night in Naran
🚐 Transport Included🏨 Stay Included🍽️ Breakfast & Dinner📸 Sightseeing Included🚙 4×4 Jeeps Where Needed
Destination Route:
Lahore / Islamabad›Chilas›Hunza›Khunjerab›Naltar›Gilgit›Naran›Back Home
Trip Overview
| Tour Type | Grand KKH adventure |
| Route | Lahore – Chilas – Hunza – Khunjerab – Naltar – Naran |
| Duration | 8 Days / 7 Nights |
| Departure | Weekly group + private |
| Transport | AC transport + Naltar jeeps |
Ride the full length of the Karakoram Highway to the roof of the world: Attabad and Passu, the ancient forts, a snow-dusted day at the 4,693 m Khunjerab border and a jeep detour to Naltar\u2019s coloured lakes.
Trip Highlights
- Stand at Khunjerab Pass (4,693 m) — the highest paved border crossing on Earth.
- Boat on the turquoise Attabad Lake and cross the thrilling Hussaini Suspension Bridge.
- Photograph the cathedral-like Passu Cones from the Karakoram Highway.
- Tour the 700-year-old Baltit and Altit Forts above old Karimabad.
- Watch the sunset paint Rakaposhi and Ultar from Eagle\u2019s Nest, Duikar.
- Jeep through pine forests to Naltar\u2019s rainbow-coloured alpine lakes.
- Cross Babusar Top (4,173 m) with a stop at Lulusar Lake on the way.
Day-wise Itinerary
Day 0Overnight Departure — Lahore to Chilas▼
- Depart Lahore around 10:00 pm in private AC transport
- Overnight travel via Motorway & Hazara Expressway
- Karachi guests join at Lahore or Islamabad by train/flight
Meals: — · Stay: On the road
Day 1Islamabad Pickup → Babusar Top → Chilas▼
- Pick up Islamabad members, continue via Hazara Expressway
- Breakfast stop at Balakot or Besham
- Photo stops at Lulusar Lake and Babusar Top — the highest point of Kaghan Valley
- Arrive Chilas by evening, hotel check-in
Meals: Dinner · Stay: Chilas hotel
Day 2Chilas → Hunza | Rakaposhi Viewpoint▼
- Morning drive up the Karakoram Highway
- Tea stop at the Rakaposhi viewpoint
- Evening arrival and check-in at Karimabad
- Sunset walk in the old town
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner · Stay: Hunza hotel
Day 3Attabad Lake & Upper Hunza▼
- Boating on the turquoise Attabad Lake
- Walk across the Hussaini Suspension Bridge
- Photography at the Passu Cones
- Optional jet-ski and zipline activities
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner · Stay: Hunza hotel
Day 4Khunjerab Pass Day Trip (4,693 m) | Pak-China Border▼
- Full-day excursion up the Karakoram Highway
- Wildlife spotting in Khunjerab National Park
- Photos at the Pakistan–China border gate — one of the highest paved border crossings in the world
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner · Stay: Hunza hotel
Day 5Baltit & Altit Forts | Eagle\u2019s Nest Sunset▼
- Guided morning tour of the 700-year-old Baltit Fort
- Walk the lanes of old Karimabad to Altit Fort and its royal garden
- Local cherry & apricot tasting (seasonal)
- Golden-hour drive to Duikar — sunset from Eagle\u2019s Nest viewpoint
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner · Stay: Hunza hotel
Day 6Naltar Valley Jeep Safari | Coloured Lakes▼
- 4×4 jeep ride into the pine forests of Naltar
- Visit the vivid Satrangi and Blue lakes
- Picnic lunch by the water
- Optional short hikes and ski-lift visit (winter)
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner · Stay: Gilgit hotel
Day 7Return Drive → Naran / Besham▼
- Breakfast, checkout and start the return journey
- Stops at Babusar Top / Lulusar Lake / Besham depending on route
- Evening arrival, dinner and overnight stay
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner · Stay: Naran / Besham hotel
Day 8Return to Islamabad & Lahore▼
- Drive back via Kiwai Waterfall & Balakot
- Reach Islamabad by early evening, Lahore by night
- End of a memorable journey
Meals: Breakfast · Stay: —
What’s Inside the Package?
✓ Inclusions
- Hotel accommodation as per selected variant
- Daily breakfast and dinner
- Experienced mountain driver
- Professional tour guide services
- All sightseeing as per itinerary
- 4×4 jeeps where the itinerary needs them
- Toll tax, parking, fuel & driver allowances
- Sanitized AC Coaster Saloon / Hi-Roof transport
✕ Exclusions
- Lunches and meals not mentioned
- Personal expenses (tips, laundry, mineral water)
- Monument entry fees & camera charges
- Optional activities (paramotor, quad bikes, boating)
- Domestic / international flights
- Travel insurance
Route Map — Day by Day
Travel days Sightseeing days— Tap any marker to see that day’s stop
Know Before You Go
- Carry your original CNIC (Pakistani nationals) or passport + visa (foreign nationals).
- Only postpaid SIMs work reliably in the region — Telenor, SCOM and Zong have the best coverage.
- Pack warm layers even in summer — high passes can drop near freezing at night.
- Hotel check-in is 12:00 pm and check-out 10:00 am; hill hotels are simpler than city equivalents.
- ACs don\u2019t operate in hilly areas as the climate stays moderate.
- Children above 8 are counted as adults; below 5 travel free.
- Prices can vary on peak dates (Eid holidays, New Year) and with hotel availability.
- The operator may reorder the itinerary if weather or road conditions require it.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I book this tour?+
Pay a 30–50% advance to reserve your seats (bank transfer, JazzCash/EasyPaisa, Wise or Western Union). You get a booking receipt right away, and the balance is payable at departure.
Is this region safe for families and couples?+
Yes — Gilgit-Baltistan is among the safest parts of Pakistan and warmly welcomes families, couples and solo travellers alike.
Can the itinerary be customised?+
Absolutely — private departures can add or swap days, upgrade hotels, or combine this trip with other valleys. Message us on WhatsApp with your dates.
Which mobile networks work there?+
All major networks operate in the main towns, but Telenor, SCOM and Zong offer the most reliable data coverage. Postpaid SIMs are recommended.
What about weather and what should I pack?+
Days are mild and sunny in season, nights get cold at altitude. Bring layered clothing, comfortable walking shoes, sunblock and a power bank.
Traveller Reviews ★ 4.8 / 5
★★★★★
“Transport, hotels, management, discipline, food — everything was on point. Our guide was always available whenever we needed anything on the road.”

Saad A.Couple traveller
★★★★★
“All arrangements — hotels, daily meals, transportation — were exactly as promised from start to end. Highly recommended for families.”

Hasan A.Family traveller
★★★★★
“Every viewpoint stop was timed perfectly for photos, and the crew handled everything so we could just enjoy the mountains.”

Rashid A.Group traveller
★★★★☆
“The whole journey was comfortable and the food was delicious. Guide and crew were humble and easy to approach.”

Sara K.Couple traveller