"Karakorum Highway bike tour - The Sipirt of Adventure"

KARAKORUM HIGHWAY (KKH) MOUNTAIN BIKING – The Road to Adventure
Much of Pakistan's mountains splendors have been opened up to the outside world by the construction of the "8th wonder of the world" Karakorum Highway or KKH. This 1,300 kilometers-long engineering miracle links the Pakistani Capital Islamabad with Kashgar, one of the China's legendary Central Asian cities. Literally blasted out of rock in places, this road never falls to impress. Yet a journey along the KKH is not just about scenery, as spectacular as the views are. Former independent kingdom, the very inspiration of popular myths such as James Hilton's Shangri-La, are now belonging to come to terms with 20th century, welcoming visitors to their one isolated mountains fastnesses, whilst still retaining their ancient charm. The spectacular Sunday Market at Kashgar meanwhile provide as unforgettable fest for senses, and for many people is in the itself reason enough to undertake a journey along the KKH.

ITINERARY
Day 1 - Arrival at Islamabad international airport, transfer to hotel for O/N stay.
Day 2 - Islamabad/Rawalpindi – Besham. O/N stay at hotel.
Day 3 - Drive by coaster/Toyota Hiace van to Gilgit. O/N stay at hotel.
Day 4 - Biking in the Gilgit town. O/N stay at hotel.
Day 5 - Biking to Rakaposhi view point. O/N stay at Guest house/Hotel.
Day 6 - Biking to Karimabad (Hunza). O/N stay at hotel
Day 7 - Full day excursion of Hunza valley. O/N stay at same hotel.
Day 8 - Biking to Hopar and walk on Hopar Glacier. O/N stay at hotel.
Day 9 - Biking to Gulmit (Upper Hunza)/ O/N stay at hotel.
Day 10 - Biking to Passu. O/N stay at hotel.
Day 11 - Biking to Sost. O/N stay at hotel.
Day 12 - Full day biking to world highest border Khunjerab Pass (4733m). O/N stay at hotel.
Day 13 - Biking back to Gulmit. O/N stay at hotel
Day 14 - Biking to Hunza. O/N stay at hotel.
Day 15 - Biking to Gilgit. O/N stay at hotel.
Day 16 - Drive by coaster/Toyota Hiace van to Besham. O/N stay at hotel.
Day 17 - Drive to Islamabad. O/N stay at hotel.
Day 18 - Fly back

To contact this tour operator please use the contact form next to the map on the right.

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Price/Person: 1080 BPF
Number of participants 02-20
Duration: 18 Days

Area: Karakorum Highway, North Pakistan, Hunza
Accomodation is included in this tour: Inclusions: - • Transport Private Toyota Saloon Coaster Air-conditioned above 6 pax and Toyota Hiace Van 2 – 6 • Jeeps 4 person one jeep where applicable on transit. • Hotel accommodation (twin room sharing basis) and meals (B, L & D). • English speaking guides with extensive knowledge of the local religions, cultures, languages, history and adventure possibilities. • Poterages in hotels. • Home flight reconfirmation. • Site entrance fees at different locations as per given above itinerary • All road & toll Taxes • All parking fee • All Transfers. Exclusions: - Rucksacks, personal clothing and insurance, international air tickets, immunizations, laundry, beverages, tips, personal telephone/fax service, site entrance fee and all other items of personal nature uses are not included in our package prices.

The Guide is able to understand this language also    
   german
   english
   french
   spanish

Special Hints: Much of Pakistan's mountains splendors have been opened up to the outside world by the construction of the "8th wonder of the world" Karakorum Highway or KKH.

edited at 02.01.09 | 6:59 PM
last update 02.01.09 | 6:59 PM

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Karim Uddin

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Respected & Valuable Clients


Warmest greetings from Hunza, Pakistan,

We are pleased to introduce our company (Active Tour Pakistan) is one of leading tour operators in Pakistan.

Active Tours Pakistan is a registered tour operating company with the Ministry of Tourism in Pakistan. We organize and operate expeditions, treks, jeep safaris, culture tours, bike safaris, mountaineering, hotel reservations, and overland trips to and from China, Iran & India.

We offer you something new and unique throughout your trip. You are more than merely tourists to our country, you are our honored guests. Whether you visit the north or south of Pakistan, our tradition of hospitality will strengthen the ties of affection between you and our local people.

For more information about our itineraries you can visit our web-site, To contact this tour operator please use the contact form above.
If you require any additional information, please don't hesitate to contact us. We shall be glad to reply accordingly.


With best wishes and kind regards, Yours


sincerely,


Karim - Executive Director
Cell No. +92-345-522024
6ACTIVE TOURS PAKISTAN
G.P.O Box # 428, Islamabad, Pakistan
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