Hunza Valley at a Gentle Pace
Hunza Valley at a Gentle Pace is a 9-day tour for senior travellers, with flights instead of long drives where possible, comfortable hotels with mountain views, short sightseeing days and time to simply enjoy the valley.
- Duration9 Days
- PaceGentle
- RegionsHunza, Attabad, Passu
- Best SeasonApril – October
- ComfortComfortable hotels
Hunza Without the Rush
The Hunza Valley is one of the most beautiful places in Pakistan, and you do not need to trek to enjoy it. From a comfortable hotel terrace you can watch the light change on Rakaposhi and Ultar, and the forts and villages are a short drive away.
This tour is designed for senior travellers: we fly to Gilgit to avoid the long road journey, stay four nights in one hotel in Karimabad, keep sightseeing to the mornings, and include short, easy outings to Altit, Attabad Lake and Passu.
Trip Highlights
- Flights to Gilgit to avoid long road journeys
- Four nights in one comfortable hotel in Karimabad
- Baltit and Altit forts with plenty of time
- A gentle boat ride on Attabad Lake
- The Passu Cones viewpoint
- Patient guide and porters for luggage
Itinerary
Day 1Arrive in Islamabad
Meet-and-assist at the airport and transfer to your hotel. Rest.
Overnight: HotelDay 2Islamabad at leisure
A slow morning, then Faisal Mosque and Lok Virsa.
Overnight: HotelDay 3Fly to Gilgit, drive to Hunza
Morning flight to Gilgit and an easy 2-hour drive to Karimabad.
Overnight: HotelDay 4Baltit Fort
Morning visit to Baltit Fort, free afternoon on the hotel terrace.
Overnight: HotelDay 5Altit
Altit Fort and its royal garden, then rest.
Overnight: HotelDay 6Attabad Lake and Passu
A gentle drive to Attabad Lake for a boat ride and the Passu viewpoint.
Overnight: HotelDay 7Free day in Hunza
Rest, shop for crafts, or a short visit to the Eagle's Nest viewpoint by car.
Overnight: HotelDay 8Fly to Islamabad
Drive to Gilgit and fly to Islamabad.
Overnight: HotelDay 9Depart
Transfer to the airport.
Overnight: —The pace is gentle and flexible. We can shorten drives, add rest days or change hotels at any time. Your guide will always put safety first.
What's Included
Included
- Airport meet-and-assist with porter service
- Comfortable hotels in Islamabad and Hunza
- Domestic flights Islamabad–Gilgit–Islamabad, or road transport with overnight stops if flights are cancelled
- Boat ride on Attabad Lake
- Comfortable private vehicle with an experienced, careful driver
- Patient English-speaking guide throughout
- Daily breakfast and dinner
- Entry fees to sites in the itinerary
- Letter of invitation (LOI) for your Pakistan visa
Not Included
- International flights to and from Pakistan
- Pakistan visa fee
- Travel insurance with medical cover (essential)
- Lunches and drinks
- Tips for guide and driver
- Anything not listed under "Included"
Moments from the Trail
Why Choose the Hunza Gentle Tour?
Hunza Valley at a Gentle Pace is the perfect way for senior travellers to see the Karakoram in comfort. You get the views, the culture and the hospitality, without long drives or hikes.
Add a few days in Skardu on our Skardu Comfort Tour, or read our Hunza Valley guide.
Before you travel, read our Pakistan visa guide and our advice on travel insurance, or browse all our tours for senior travellers.
Plan the rest of your trip
Good to Know
Gentle Pace
Our senior tours have short daily drives, late starts, rest afternoons and no long hikes. Every day can be adapted to your energy and interests.
Comfort & Hotels
We choose comfortable hotels with lifts or ground-floor rooms where possible, and arrange porters for luggage. Tell us about any mobility needs when you book.
Health & Altitude
Karimabad is at about 2,400 m, which most people find comfortable. Please check with your doctor before travelling if you have heart or lung conditions.
When to Go
April to October is the best time; April and October are cooler and especially beautiful. Read our guide to the best time to visit Pakistan.
Reserve Your Place on the Tour
Message us with your preferred dates, group size and any mobility needs, and our team will send you full details and a quote.
