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Pakistan & China Overland Tour (Silk Road)
Silk Road journey from Islamabad over the Khunjerab Pass to Tashkurgan, Karakul Lake and Kashgar.
Duration21 Days
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Overland Journeys
Overland Tours from Pakistan
Cross borders by road from Pakistan to China, India, Nepal, Bangladesh, Iran and Afghanistan with expert logistics. Run by The Golden Adventure (TGA).
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Pakistan & India Overland Tour
From Islamabad, Hunza and Lahore across the Wagah border to Amritsar, Delhi, Agra and Jaipur, subject to border status.
Duration21 Days
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Pakistan & Nepal Overland Tour (via India)
From the Karakoram to the Himalaya: Pakistan, through India via Varanasi, to Lumbini, Pokhara and Kathmandu.
Duration21 Days
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Pakistan & Bangladesh Overland Tour (via India)
From Islamabad and Lahore through India to Dhaka, Bagerhat, the Sundarbans and the tea gardens of Srimangal.
Duration21 Days
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Pakistan & Iran Overland Tour
Lahore and Quetta to Yazd, Isfahan, Shiraz and Persepolis via Taftan. Currently on request only.
Duration21 Days
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Pakistan & Afghanistan Overland Tour
Islamabad, Peshawar and the Khyber Pass to Kabul, Bamiyan and Mazar-i-Sharif. Currently on request only.
Duration21 Days
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Overland Tours on the Great Routes of Asia
For centuries, Pakistan sat at the crossroads of Asia, linking China, Central Asia, Persia and India along the routes of the Silk Road and the Grand Trunk Road. Our overland tours follow these historic routes across the borders into neighbouring countries.
Every overland tour lasts 21 days. In Pakistan, our own team runs your trip; across the border, trusted local partners provide guides, drivers and hotels. We help with visas, check border status before every departure and adjust the route when needed.
6tours to choose from
21days per trip
100%local guides, drivers and crew
DMClicensed operator, DTS-GB-094
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The Pakistan & China Overland Tour over the Khunjerab Pass runs every summer. Routes to India, Nepal and Bangladesh depend on the Wagah border, and the Iran and Afghanistan routes are currently on request only.
| Tour | Days | Countries | Border | Season |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistan & China Overland Tour (Silk Road) | 21 | Pakistan & China | Karakoram Highway & Xinjiang | May – October |
| Pakistan & India Overland Tour | 21 | Pakistan & India | Pakistan & India | October – March |
| Pakistan & Nepal Overland Tour (via India) | 21 | Pakistan, India & Nepal | Pakistan, India & Nepal | October – March |
| Pakistan & Bangladesh Overland Tour (via India) | 21 | Pakistan, India & Bangladesh | Pakistan, India & Bangladesh | November – February |
| Pakistan & Iran Overland Tour | 21 | Pakistan & Iran | Pakistan & Iran | October – April |
| Pakistan & Afghanistan Overland Tour | 21 | Pakistan & Afghanistan | Pakistan & Afghanistan | April – October |
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How to Plan an Overland Tour from Pakistan
Border status
Overland routes depend on borders being open to foreign travellers. In 2026 the Khunjerab Pass to China is open seasonally; the Wagah–Attari border to India has been closed to foot traffic since April 2025; and the Torkham (Afghanistan) and Taftan (Iran) routes are restricted. We check the latest status before every booking.
Visas
You need visas for every country on your route, usually arranged in advance. We provide a Letter of Invitation for Pakistan and help with planning for the other countries; see our Pakistan visa guide.
Security
Some routes pass through areas that need permits or security escorts, and some countries have government travel warnings. Always check your own government's travel advice, and we will only run routes that are legal and considered safe.
Season
The China route runs from May to October; routes across the plains of India and Bangladesh are best from October to March. Read our guide to the best time to visit Pakistan.
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FAQ
Overland Tours FAQ
More questions? See our Pakistan travel FAQ, read reviews from our guests, or plan your trip with our team.
Which overland borders are open from Pakistan?
In 2026 the Khunjerab Pass to China is open seasonally (about May to October, weekdays only). The Wagah–Attari border to India has been closed to foot traffic since April 2025, Torkham is not open for foreigners entering Pakistan, and the Taftan route to Iran needs special permits and convoys.
Why do the Nepal and Bangladesh routes go through India?
Pakistan does not share a border with Nepal or Bangladesh, so the overland route passes through India. While the Wagah border is closed, we connect by flight.
How long are your overland tours?
All our overland tours last 21 days, with time in Pakistan and in the neighbouring country.
Who runs the tour in the other country?
Our own team runs the Pakistan section, and trusted local partners provide guides, drivers and hotels across the border.
Are the Iran and Afghanistan routes running?
They are currently on request only. We will only run them when the border is open to foreigners and travel is considered safe.
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Planning Your Own Overland Journey?
We help overlanders, cyclists and drivers with routes, permits, guides and border crossings in Pakistan. Tell us your plans, and our team will help you put the journey together.
