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7-Day Itinerary for Khunjerab Pass in June 2023

  1. Day 1: Sost
    2 hours (83 km) from Gilgit

    In the morning, visit the Sost Border Market and explore the local handicrafts. Afternoon, take a drive to Passu Glacier and enjoy the scenic views. In the evening, visit the Khunjerab National Park to spot some local wildlife.

  2. Day 2: Passu
    1 hour 20 minutes (36 km) from Sost

    In the morning, take a hike to the Passu Cones. In the afternoon, visit the Hussaini Suspension Bridge and have lunch at a local restaurant. In the evening, relax at the Passu Glacier viewpoint.

  3. Day 3: Hunza
    3 hours (127 km) from Passu

    In the morning, visit the Baltit Fort and learn about the history of the Hunza Valley. In the afternoon, hike to the Altit Fort and enjoy the panoramic views. In the evening, have a traditional Hunza dinner at a local restaurant.

  4. Day 4: Karimabad
    20 minutes (10 km) from Hunza

    In the morning, visit the Karimabad Bazaar and shop for souvenirs. In the afternoon, take a jeep ride to the Eagle's Nest viewpoint and enjoy the stunning views of the Hunza Valley. In the evening, have dinner at a local restaurant.

  5. Day 5: Nagar
    1 hour 20 minutes (35 km) from Karimabad

    In the morning, visit the Hoper Glacier and take a jeep ride to the Darkot Pass. In the afternoon, visit the Rush Lake and enjoy a picnic lunch. In the evening, relax at your hotel in Nagar.

  6. Day 6: Khunjerab Pass
    2 hours 45 minutes (150 km) from Nagar

    In the morning, take a drive to the Khunjerab Pass and enjoy the stunning views of the Karakoram Range. In the afternoon, visit the Khunjerab National Park to spot some local wildlife. In the evening, return to your hotel in Nagar.

  7. Day 7: Gilgit
    4 hours (160 km) from Khunjerab Pass

    In the morning, visit the Gilgit Bazaar and shop for souvenirs. In the afternoon, visit the Naltar Valley and enjoy a picnic lunch. In the evening, have dinner at a local restaurant.

Recommendations

Consider taking a side trip to the Fairy Meadows for some stunning views of Nanga Parbat. Another great option is to take a jeep safari to the Deosai National Park to spot some brown bears and snow leopards. Don't forget to try the local apricots and walnut cakes!

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Sost Border Market (2 hours, prices vary)
  • Passu Glacier (1.5 hours, free)
  • Khunjerab National Park (2 hours, 700 PKR)
  • Passu Cones Hike (3 hours, free)
  • Hussaini Suspension Bridge (1 hour, free)
  • Baltit Fort (2 hours, 1000 PKR)
  • Altit Fort Hike (2 hours, 500 PKR)
  • Karimabad Bazaar (1 hour, prices vary)
  • Eagle's Nest viewpoint (2 hours, 1500 PKR)
  • Hoper Glacier (3 hours, 2000 PKR)
  • Rush Lake (4 hours, free)
  • Khunjerab Pass (2 hours, free)
  • Gilgit Bazaar (1 hour, prices vary)
  • Naltar Valley (3 hours, 1000 PKR)
  • Total Estimated Costs (22 hours, 6700 PKR)
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