The region of Hunza, Nagar, and Gilgit nestled in the Karakoram mountain range of Pakistan is an exciting and adventurous destination for motorbike tours. In the year 2018, this region saw a whopping 2.5 million domestic tourists, and it still remains a top-rated attraction for both domestic and foreign visitors.
Our Motorbike Tour to Hunza, Nagar, and Gilgit is a thrilling adventure that takes you through the awe-inspiring beauty of the Karakoram mountain range. This tour is commonly referred to as a Motorbike Tour to Hunza, Nagar, and Gilgit, and it is an experience of a lifetime.
We offer fixed departures for our biking adventure to Hunza Valley, Nagar, and Gilgit. You can find details of our upcoming events in the table provided below. Join us on this unforgettable journey and immerse yourself in the stunning scenery, rich culture, and warm hospitality of this beautiful region.
Upon your arrival at Islamabad airport in the afternoon, our experienced guide(s) will warmly welcome you and transfer you to your designated hotel. This day is meant for relaxation and recovery from your journey before starting the exciting motorbike tour.
Accommodation: Your accommodation for the night will be a comfortable twin-sharing room at Chateau Royale, Prestige Residence, or a similar partner hotel of equivalent standard (depending on occupancy). You can rest assured that your stay will be comfortable and relaxing, allowing you to recharge your batteries before starting the adventure of a lifetime.
Meals: During your stay, you will be provided with all meals, including breakfast, lunch, and dinner, as well as tea, coffee, and snacks throughout the day. Our team will ensure that you are well-fed and ready to take on the journey ahead.
On day two of our Motorbike Tour to Hunza, Nagar, and Gilgit, our participants will be transferred to the Islamabad International Airport to catch a flight to Gilgit Airport, which is only a 50-minute flight away. Once the guests arrive at Gilgit Airport, our guide will receive them and allot them their desired bikes for the tour.
The riders will start their journey from Gilgit towards Hunza and follow the scenic route of the Karakoram Highway, which runs parallel to the Indus River. As they pass through small villages of the Brusho and Shinaki people, they will cross several bridges and eventually reach the Hunza Valley, a unique and captivating destination renowned for its natural beauty, culture, and food.
In the afternoon, we will arrive in the capital of Hunza, Karimabad, where our guests will check-in at their designated hotel and rest for a while before exploring Hunza. After regaining their energy with lunch, they will embark on a journey to visit different destinations, including the Baltit Fort, which is 700 years old, and the Altit Fort, which is 900 years old. Guests can also enjoy a cup of coffee at the royal gardens of Altit Fort.
Accommodation: In the late afternoon, guests will take a short ride to the highest viewpoint, Duikar, in Hunza-Nagar to witness a spectacular sunset over the white peaks. After this exciting day of exploration, guests will return to their comfortable twin-sharing rooms at Hilltop Hotel Hunza, World Roof Hotel, or a similar partner hotel of equivalent standard (depending on occupancy) in Hunza.
Meals: Throughout the day, our team will ensure that guests are well-fed with breakfast, lunch, and dinner, as well as tea, coffee, and snacks to keep them energized for the journey ahead.
On day 3, our guests will embark on an exciting journey to the highest road border in the world, the Pak-China border, also known as Khunjerap Pass. The ride will be filled with stunning sights as we pass through the famous Attabad Lake and the newly constructed Pak-China friendship tunnels. We will also cross through the Wildlife Conservation Area in Khyber and enter Khunjerab National Park in Deh. This national park is a habitat for various wildlife, including ibex, snow leopards, and marmots. Upon reaching the border, our guests will be awed by the natural environment, and if lucky, may even witness snow in summers. We will have a packed or picnic lunch at the border, where guests will also have the opportunity to meet Chinese people, such as soldiers, border police, or Chinese tourists from the other side. On our return, we will stop at Sost for some shopping for Chinese goods such as electronics and watches.
Accommodation: We will Head back to Passu Village, where our guests will stay in twin-sharing rooms at Sarai Silk Route or Passu Ambassador Hotel, or equivalent standard partner hotel, depending on occupancy.
Meals: We will end the day with a delicious dinner, tea/coffee, and snacks.
On day 4 of the tour, riders will travel back to Hunza from Passu and head towards Nagar district for an exciting tour of the impressive Hoper Glacier. After experiencing the beauty of the glacier, participants will have some free time to either relax or explore Karimabad market to shop for local goods. Those who are interested in local cuisine can visit different restaurants to indulge in traditional dishes. Participants will spend the night in Karimabad.
Accommodation: Accommodation will be provided in twin-sharing rooms at Hilltop Hotel Hunza, World Roof Hotel or an equivalent standard partner hotel depending on occupancy.
Meals: The day’s meals include breakfast, lunch, and dinner along with tea/coffee and snacks.
On day 5 of our Motorbike Tour to Hunza Nagar and Gilgit, we will depart from Hunza towards Gilgit. Before reaching Gilgit, we will stop by the historical sites in Ganish and marvel at the ancient rock carvings. We will then make a stop at Rakaposhi view point to witness the breathtaking view of the Rakaposhi peak, which is known for its beauty and grandeur. In the afternoon, we will visit Kargah Buddha, an archaeological site in Gilgit that boasts a large standing Buddha image, carved into a cliff-face some 50 feet high in the Karghah Nala. Participants will spend their night in Gilgit.
Accommodation: Twin-sharing room at Riveria Hotel Gilgit (see pictures), MarcoPolo Hotel (see pictures) or equivalent standard partner hotel (depends on occupancy) in Gilgit.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner + tea/coffee and snacks.
On the sixth and last day of the tour, participants will take a flight from Gilgit airport to Islamabad. However, due to weather conditions, domestic flights can get cancelled, and in that case, the guests will travel back to Islamabad in a Hiace/Van via Babusar Pass or Karakoram Highway, depending on weather and other variables. After reaching Islamabad, guests will have ample time to relax at the hotel and enjoy their last day in Pakistan.
Accommodation: Twin-sharing room at Chateau Royale (see pictures), Prestige Residence (see pictures), or an equivalent standard partner hotel, depending on occupancy, in Islamabad.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner, along with tea/coffee and snacks, will be provided.
Besham
Accommodation: Twin-sharing tent/cottage at Besham Hilton Hotel (see pictures), PTDC Motel (see pictures) or equivalent standard partner hotel (depends on occupancy) in Besham.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner + tea/coffee and snacks
Naran
Accommodation: Twin-sharing room at Parhena Cottages (see pictures), Hotel deManchi (see pictures) or equivalent standard partner hotel (depends on occupancy) in Naran.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner + tea/coffee and snacks
On the seventh day of the motorbike tour, there is a provision for any potential delays due to the non-operation of the domestic flight on the previous day. If required, our guests will depart early morning from Besham or Naran to Islamabad. The road journey can take up to eight or nine hours. However, if the participants made it to Islamabad on the domestic flight, this will be a free day that can be utilized for sightseeing in Islamabad.
Accommodation: Accommodation will be provided in twin-sharing rooms at Chateau Royale, Prestige Residence or an equivalent standard partner hotel (depending on occupancy) in Islamabad.
Meals: Meals will include breakfast, lunch, and dinner along with tea/coffee and snacks.
On the last day of the tour, the staff will help our guests to transfer to the airport according to their scheduled departure time. Please note that the checkout time of all our partner hotels is 12 pm, so guests should plan accordingly. We hope that our guests have enjoyed their time in Pakistan and created unforgettable memories of the beautiful landscapes, rich history, and warm hospitality of the country.
Spantik Pakistan will plant five trees for every foreign tourist who visits Pakistan for a tour to Hunza Valley. The trees will be planted in the northern areas of Pakistan starting from 2019 as part of our CSR initiative.
We aim to contribute to “Goal 13: Climate Action” of UN’s Sustainable Development Goals by taking part in the massive government campaign to plant 10 billion trees during the next five years to tackle climate change.
Pakistan’s adverse climate impacts are very much visible through changing temperatures, prolonged droughts, increased floods and extreme weather conditions especially in Pakistan’s mountain regions.
Pakistan stands 7th on the list of countries that are mostly likely to be affected by global warming and has one of the highest deforestation rates in Asia. Decades of tree felling have reduced the country’s forests to less than 3 percent of its total land area.
How planting trees will make a difference?
Planting trees will help save energy and money, cool our cities, reduce carbon emissions, reduce soil erosion, provide habitat for species of many kinds, provide clean water and add to the beauty of Pakistan’s mountain region by simply being there.
Our participants can also donate separately. Details on this initiative can be requested.
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