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Pakistan Tours & Holidays

Discover a land of intense diversity and profound allure, where the world’s mightiest peaks meet ancient Silk Road history and the fabled Hunza Valley.

  • Best timeMay–Oct (North)
  • Time zoneUTC+5
  • CurrencyPKR
  • LanguageUrdu, English & regional
Overview

An introduction to Pakistan

Pakistan remains a fiendishly impossible country to package, and perhaps for this reason its allure is profound and enduring. No single visit should seek to condense what must be one of the world most diverse and intense travel destination.

Undiscovered Destinations Pakistan tour combines some of the countries most spectacular mountain scenery and explorations of fascinating historic sites, and ample opportunity to observe village and rural life - it a truly memorable experience for any visitor.

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Pakistan

Why visit

What makes Pakistan worth the journey

01

Unfiltered Authenticity

As one of the world's least-commercialised travel destinations, Pakistan provides a raw and genuine experience for the intrepid traveller.

02

Rich Archaeological Heritage

From the Indus Valley Civilisation to the Buddhist ruins of Gandhara, the country is steeped in layers of ancient history.

Highlights

The moments that make Pakistan unforgettable

The Karakoram Highway

Travel one of the highest paved roads in the world, a fabled route winding through the heart of the world's mightiest mountain ranges

Hunza Valley

Experience the magnificence of the original 'Shangri-La', a lush valley surrounded by soaring 7,000-metre peaks and ancient forts.

Taxila Ancient Ruins

Wander through the compelling UNESCO-listed ruins of Taxila, once a key trade hub of the ancient world and a centre of Gandharan civilisation.

Babusar Pass

Navigate the dramatic high-altitude pass connecting the Kaghan Valley to the Chilas region, offering thrilling mountain vistas.

Silk Road Forts

Explore the historic Baltit and Altit forts, which have stood as guardians over the Hunza Valley for centuries.

Rural Village Life

Observe the fascinating cultures of local ethnic groups through frequent village visits, experiencing the legendary hospitality of the mountain people.

Pakistan rewards travellers who slow down — the best stories are found off the tour-bus route.

From the field

When to go

Picking the right season for your trip

Sweet spot: May

The best time to visit Northern Pakistan is from May to October. During these months, the mountain passes, including the dramatic Babusar Pass, are open and the weather is generally clear and pleasant for exploring the Hunza Valley and the Karakoram region. Spring (April to May) brings beautiful blossoms to the valleys, while autumn (September to October) offers stunning golden foliage. The lower-lying areas and cities like Islamabad can be very hot from June to August, while winters in the north are severe and many high-altitude routes become impassable.

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Pakistan

Looking to travel outside the typical windows? Our Pakistan tailor-made team can advise on the best time for you.

From the journal

Stories from the region

Dispatches, field notes and practical advice from our specialists.

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Voices from the road

What travellers say about us

Reviews from across our small-group programme. Independently rated 4.9 Excellent on AITO by 250+ travellers.

We are just back from a three-week private and bespoke trip to northern Pakistan. The scenery was magnificent, the local people extremely friendly and welcoming, and the itinerary covered all the highlights of the region. Customer service is second to none — this was our 16th trip booked through them, with two more to come.

Grete Howard

Pakistan

I absolutely loved this trip! The itinerary, the constantly magnificent scenery, the encounters with the ever-smiling and welcoming people, and the well-chosen accommodations. Faultless!

Mombea

Pakistan

Visiting the far north of Pakistan — memorable drives, spectacular scenery, wonderful, friendly people. A unique experience. We've used Undiscovered Destinations before — very professional.

Snow dog lover

Pakistan

An amazing trip! We had the most amazing holiday — over two weeks we had a taste of the cities, the culture, the mountains, a safari, and time at the beach. Our driver/guide made the whole trip very relaxing, and we were welcomed warmly by everyone we met, enjoying fabulous food and drink along the way. Undiscovered Destinations planned a really amazing itinerary for us with great hotels, a fabulous guide/driver, and interesting places to visit — they took great care to ensure we had an excellent holiday. We look forward to booking another holiday with them in the future. Thank you, Mark!

Anna

This adventure was always going to be very full-on, which is how we like our trips. I didn't count on getting bronchitis and ending up in hospital, however. The itinerary was quickly amended to avoid high-altitude destinations as much as possible while still making sure we had a chance to enjoy interesting experiences. While obviously sad to have missed some of the original sites, the revised itinerary was the only sensible option under the circumstances. I was extremely impressed with how Undiscovered Destinations and their local team handled the situation — taking the stress out of it, smoothing the way, rearranging the itinerary and booking new hotels, translating for me with the medical staff, and making sure I always had transport, medicines and anything else I needed. Nothing was too much trouble, and they kept in touch with me, each other, and the insurance company throughout. I can't recommend them enough!

Grete

My wife and I had a wonderful tour with Undiscovered Destinations. We had a different guide at each stop, and all of them were friendly, cheerful and knowledgeable. The local people were welcoming, and we always felt safe and comfortable. The beaches were spectacularly beautiful and empty of people, with warm, clear water, and each stop had its own character — some we loved for their unspoiled scenery, others for their history and the warmth of the welcome. We took the opportunity to snorkel on one of the most pristine reefs we've experienced, swimming with sea turtles and enormous manta rays that came right up to us out of curiosity. A wonderful destination for nature lovers.

Frank

Excellent. Action packed. Our local agent was excellent, and a good choice by Undiscovered Destinations. Because there were only two of us on the holiday, we had different guides at each stop, each one making sure we were handed over safely. All manner of transport was used, and we appreciated the different guiding strategies, the wealth of information given, the high level of English, and the genuine wish to show off their country at its best. Excellent.

Cathy

Far exceeding my expectations, this was one of the best trips I've ever done. A beautiful destination, with interesting history, lively ceremonies, lovely people and — surprisingly, for somewhere that sees so few tourists — absolutely no hassle on the streets. Excellent service from start to finish, with a first-class tour leader.

Lynn

We had a two-week trip with Undiscovered Destinations, flying in for two days first to break up the journey. It was a great trip, because we managed to see so much more than just the capital cities. This was the fourth trip we've taken with Undiscovered Destinations, and each one has been wonderful. Our guides were lovely — very professional and helpful. We rate UD very highly.

Andy

We had a fabulous trip with an excellent local guide, who took great care of us and enthusiastically shared his knowledge of both ancient and recent history, with lots of fascinating personal stories of his own life. We highly recommend this trip — Undiscovered Destinations were great to work with, and we hope to use them again.

Jennie

We are just back from a three-week private and bespoke trip to northern Pakistan. The scenery was magnificent, the local people extremely friendly and welcoming, and the itinerary covered all the highlights of the region. Customer service is second to none — this was our 16th trip booked through them, with two more to come.

Grete Howard

Pakistan

I absolutely loved this trip! The itinerary, the constantly magnificent scenery, the encounters with the ever-smiling and welcoming people, and the well-chosen accommodations. Faultless!

Mombea

Pakistan

Visiting the far north of Pakistan — memorable drives, spectacular scenery, wonderful, friendly people. A unique experience. We've used Undiscovered Destinations before — very professional.

Snow dog lover

Pakistan

An amazing trip! We had the most amazing holiday — over two weeks we had a taste of the cities, the culture, the mountains, a safari, and time at the beach. Our driver/guide made the whole trip very relaxing, and we were welcomed warmly by everyone we met, enjoying fabulous food and drink along the way. Undiscovered Destinations planned a really amazing itinerary for us with great hotels, a fabulous guide/driver, and interesting places to visit — they took great care to ensure we had an excellent holiday. We look forward to booking another holiday with them in the future. Thank you, Mark!

Anna

This adventure was always going to be very full-on, which is how we like our trips. I didn't count on getting bronchitis and ending up in hospital, however. The itinerary was quickly amended to avoid high-altitude destinations as much as possible while still making sure we had a chance to enjoy interesting experiences. While obviously sad to have missed some of the original sites, the revised itinerary was the only sensible option under the circumstances. I was extremely impressed with how Undiscovered Destinations and their local team handled the situation — taking the stress out of it, smoothing the way, rearranging the itinerary and booking new hotels, translating for me with the medical staff, and making sure I always had transport, medicines and anything else I needed. Nothing was too much trouble, and they kept in touch with me, each other, and the insurance company throughout. I can't recommend them enough!

Grete

My wife and I had a wonderful tour with Undiscovered Destinations. We had a different guide at each stop, and all of them were friendly, cheerful and knowledgeable. The local people were welcoming, and we always felt safe and comfortable. The beaches were spectacularly beautiful and empty of people, with warm, clear water, and each stop had its own character — some we loved for their unspoiled scenery, others for their history and the warmth of the welcome. We took the opportunity to snorkel on one of the most pristine reefs we've experienced, swimming with sea turtles and enormous manta rays that came right up to us out of curiosity. A wonderful destination for nature lovers.

Frank

Excellent. Action packed. Our local agent was excellent, and a good choice by Undiscovered Destinations. Because there were only two of us on the holiday, we had different guides at each stop, each one making sure we were handed over safely. All manner of transport was used, and we appreciated the different guiding strategies, the wealth of information given, the high level of English, and the genuine wish to show off their country at its best. Excellent.

Cathy

Far exceeding my expectations, this was one of the best trips I've ever done. A beautiful destination, with interesting history, lively ceremonies, lovely people and — surprisingly, for somewhere that sees so few tourists — absolutely no hassle on the streets. Excellent service from start to finish, with a first-class tour leader.

Lynn

We had a two-week trip with Undiscovered Destinations, flying in for two days first to break up the journey. It was a great trip, because we managed to see so much more than just the capital cities. This was the fourth trip we've taken with Undiscovered Destinations, and each one has been wonderful. Our guides were lovely — very professional and helpful. We rate UD very highly.

Andy

We had a fabulous trip with an excellent local guide, who took great care of us and enthusiastically shared his knowledge of both ancient and recent history, with lots of fascinating personal stories of his own life. We highly recommend this trip — Undiscovered Destinations were great to work with, and we hope to use them again.

Jennie

Can’t find the right fit?

Every one of our Pakistan journeys can be rebuilt around your dates, pace and interests — or we’ll design something entirely new.

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Tailor-made journeys

Didn’t find your perfect Pakistan trip?

We’ll build one around you.

Prefer to travel at your own pace? Our tailor-made Pakistan holidays let you design a journey around your own specific interests. Whether you want to focus on high-altitude trekking in the Baltoro region, spend longer exploring the ancient Buddhist sites of the Swat Valley, or enjoy a more leisurely discovery of the Hunza Valley, we can create the perfect itinerary. Every tailor-made trip includes private 4x4 transport, expert local guides, and flexible accommodation options from boutique hotels to traditional mountain lodges.

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Meet your expert

Mark Huggins

Travel consultant and Tailormade Specialist

I have been fortunate enough to travel to almost 100 countries across every continent except Antarctica—which remains firmly at the top of my bucket list.

What I love most about travel is the sense of freedom and the anticipation of the unexpected. You never quite know what lies around the next corner. It might be waking in a remote Guyanese rainforest to the deafening chorus of Howler Monkeys, discovering a rare frog species found only on the summit of a Venezuelan tepui, chatting about cricket with passionate locals aboard a train in India, or joining an impromptu game of badminton with young monks in Bhutan. I also enjoy connecting with a destination through its food, discovering the stories, traditions, and people behind the local cuisine—most recently while travelling through Georgia.

Choosing favourite places is almost impossible, but a few experiences stand out. Marojejy National Park in north-eastern Madagascar is a breathtaking rainforest that feels as though it has been lifted straight from Jurassic Park, home to the critically endangered Silky Sifaka, one of the world's rarest primates. More recently, I treasured a rail journey through Romania with my son, lying in our sleeper compartment with the window open on a warm evening as we watched the golden landscapes of Transylvania drift by. Another unforgettable highlight was trekking through Uganda's Bwindi Impenetrable Forest for a truly humbling encounter with the magnificent Mountain Gorillas.

More recently, exploring the incredible biodiversity of Panama and the lush coffee-growing region of Colombia provided yet more memorable experiences, each offering a wonderful combination of spectacular scenery, fascinating wildlife, and warm local hospitality.

Next on the horizon is Kazakhstan, where I am developing an exciting new itinerary. I'm looking forward to discovering the immense landscapes, rich nomadic heritage, and hidden treasures of this remarkable Central Asian nation.

For me, travel is far more than simply visiting new places—it's about meaningful experiences, genuine human connections, and moments that stay with you long after you've returned home. It is a privilege I never take for granted, and one that continues to fuel my curiosity and passion for exploring the world.

With more than 25 years of experience helping travellers turn their dream journeys into reality, I'd feel privileged to help you plan your next adventure. Whether you're looking to join a carefully curated small-group tour or would prefer a bespoke tailor-made itinerary, I can help create an unforgettable travel experience almost anywhere in the world.

Questions, answered

Planning a trip to Pakistan?

  • Local costs are low, but the requirement for private transport and specialist guides in the north makes the overall tour price comparable to other Central Asian destinations.

Before you go

Essential information

Shared across all tours that visit this destination. Read alongside your individual tour dossier for trip-specific details.

Foreign Office travel advice

Before booking, please familiarise yourself with the UK FCDO advice at gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice. We constantly monitor advice and adjust itineraries to ensure we avoid any restricted areas or zones of concern.

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