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Nine days exploration: Lahore to Naran - A blend of culture, history and nature
Joined 2024
Starting in Lahore and ending at the high-altitude Babusar Top, you'll experience historical landmarks, scenic landscapes, and adventurous activities. Highlights include the Lahore Fort, Khewra Salt Mine, Faisal Mosque & Pakistan Monuments in Islamabad, the serene Saiful Malook Lake, stunning Shogran, wilderness of Sharan Forest and the breathtaking views from Babusar Top. This journey offers a perfect mix of city tours, nature excursions, and cultural immersion, ensuring a memorable adventure.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
Tourist's hotel
- Any Tourist's hotel, airport or any spot mutually agreed upon.
Day First: Shahi Tour of historical monuments of Lahore city
Greater Iqbal Park, Lahore Fort, Badshahi Mosque, Dehli Gate, Wazir Khan Mosque, Shahi Hamam (Royal Bath), Gali (Street) Surjan Singh, Sabeel Wali Gali (Street), Dinner at Lahore Food Street and back to the hotel.
Day Two: Travel towards Islamabad
Travelling through Lahore-Islamabad Motorway
Tour of Khewra Salt Mine; The second largest salt mine in the world
Visit of Katas Raj Temple Complex; Historical complex of Hindu temples
Check in at Islamabad: One of the most beautiful capitals in the world
Dinner at Melody Food Park or Savour Foods Islamabad
Back to the hotel
Day Three: Islamabad City
Explore the wonders of nature at the Natural History Museum, delving into Pakistan's rich biodiversity and geological heritage through fascinating exhibits and collections. Visit the Pakistan Monument and Museum, where you can learn about the country's history, culture, and significant events through interactive exhibits and displays. Visit the iconic Faisal Mosque, the largest mosque in Pakistan, marveling at its stunning architecture and serene atmosphere. Head to Daman-e-Koh, a picturesque viewpoint offering breathtaking vistas of Islamabad and its surroundings. Capture memorable moments against the backdrop of the scenic Margalla Hills. Conclude your day with a visit to Monal Restaurant for dinner. Delight in exquisite dishes while savoring the enchanting evening ambiance and panoramic views of the city lights.
Day Four: Depart to Shogran
Short break at Balakot, enjoying the Kunhar river bank and lush green landscapes.
Reach at Shogran and check into the hotel.
Take Jeeps for Siri Paye: The off-road nature of the trail provides an exhilarating experience. The jeep bounces over rocks and navigates steep inclines, making it a bumpy but exciting ride. Numerous spots along the way offer breathtaking views, perfect for photography enthusiasts to capture the stunning landscapes. The drivers are locals with deep knowledge of the area. They can share interesting stories and insights about the region, adding to the cultural experience. Upon reaching Siri Paye, you’re greeted by expansive green meadows dotted with wildflowers, offering a serene and picturesque setting. The meadow provides stunning views of Makra Peak and other surrounding mountains. Visitors can enjoy walking through the meadows, horse riding, picnicking, and simply soaking in the tranquil atmosphere.
Evening at Shogran
Day Five: Shogran to Sharan Forest
We will travel to the jeep point and start 14Kms ride towards Sharan Forest. Ride is adventurous as well as full of serene natural beauty lies inside these huge mountains.
Check into the hotel or camps.
Hike towards Sharan Waterfall
Two hours hike to Manchi Top (Optional)
Come back at the site and enjoy bone fire in the night.
Day Six: Sharan to Naran
Early jeep ride to Paras
Paras to Naran
Check into the hotel
Jeep ride to Lake Saiful Malook; one of the beautiful lakes of Pakistan. Photography, boating and enjoying the serenity
Come back and enjoy Naran Bazar
Day Seven: Naran to Babsu Ser Top
Leave for Babu Ser Top enjoying all the way JalKhad, Basil, LoluSer lake. Babu Ser Top. Babusar Top is a high-altitude mountain pass at 4,173 meters in northern Pakistan, offering breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding peaks and valleys. The journey to this summit features winding roads through lush landscapes and rugged terrain, making it a thrilling adventure. Upon arrival, visitors are rewarded with stunning vistas and a serene, pristine environment perfect for photography and nature appreciation.
Back to Naran
Day Eight: Naran to Abbottabad
Arrive at Abbottabad and check into the hotel.
Drive to Thandiani: Thandiani, a serene hill station in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, is known for its cool climate and lush green landscapes. Located at an elevation of 2,750 meters, it offers stunning views of the surrounding mountains and valleys. Ideal for nature lovers and trekkers, Thandiani provides a peaceful retreat away from the hustle and bustle of city life.
Day Nine: Back to Lahore
Arrive back at Lahore around 5:00 PM
Ending Point
Tourist's hotel, airport or any other decided point in Lahore City
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This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
Inclusions & Exclusions
Transportation: Air conditioned five seaters sedan car for up to four tourists, Air conditioned Toyota Hi Ace Grand Cabin for up to eight tourists. Pictures are attached to show the vehicle type. Color may vary as per availability at the time of tour.
Gasoline charges
Road tolls fee
Pickup from the hotel or airport or any mutually decided place within Lahore
Drop at the end of tour on the same place picked up from.
Nine nights Stay in hotels. Hotels would be at least three star or equivalent facility or standard as per available in the touring area. Twin rooms will be allotted on sharing basis for two persons per room. At Sharan Forest night stay will be in a hotel, camp or glaming pod.
Eight breakfasts and eight dinners will be served as per our own selected menu
Two 1.5 litre water bottles per head per day
Entry tickets
One hiking stick per head
Jeep charges: Each jeep for upto 4-6 tourists
Bone fire night at Sharan Forest
Tour guide fee
Travel insurance
Air fare
Extra meals other than the selected ones
Extra water bottles
Any hiking equipment other than a hiking stick
Medications
Any expense due to any type of disaster
Extra jeep
Porter Services
Horse ride
Shopping or buying anything
Any expense other than the included ones
Tour Important Information
This is an extensive tour, so one must be physically fit to go along. Tour involves walking and hiking, so wear hiking shoes, hiking trouser, hat or Pcap. Carry your own small backpack but with very necessary items. Keep your medicine with you if you are taking some. Take sun block to avoid UV effect at higher elevations. Please let me know in advance if you have any food allergies or other dietary restrictions. Carry your camera because you are going to see few of the unique places of the world. Take your hiking kit if you have one.
During snow season, from November to May, places ahead of Naran to Babu Ser Top are mostly closed. The best time to tour this area is June to October.
It would be not possible during snow season may be from November to March. Road from Naran to Babusar Pass remains closed during snow season and after till end of May or mid of June.
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
- 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
- No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
Joined 2024
About Tour Guide Kashif R.
I am a licensed guide. I have an experience of more than two decades of exploring all around Pakistan. If you want to visit with a person who is humble, well connected, expert in communication, well versed in guiding and explaining, flexible, firm companion, I am the best choice for you. You can have a diversity of experiences with me such as sightseeing, camping, hiking, trekking, visiting historical monuments, eating tasty foods, wandering bazaars, meeting people, observing diversity of cultures, enjoying the utmost hospitality etc. Let's have a fun time you have not experienced before. Welcome to Pakistan.
$3,200/ per group
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