We take a tour of the 5000 years old Indus valley civilization and marvel at the magnificence of architecture that covers the most historical and culturally rich areas of Pakistan’s ancient history. As we wander through the corridors of history we explore the most important archeological sites in Moenjodaro, where over 5000 years ago, the Indus valley civilization was born.
During a visit to the Museum which is the most important artifact found at this ancient site, we marvel at the scale of this old city which had a well organized community with people of Indus Valley Civilization having their own script, a unified system of weights and measures and a high level of artistic activity.
Then we travel through the lovely desert landscape to explore one of the world’s biggest necropolises at Makli Hill, containing over one million tombs dating from 14th to 19th century.
After visiting the exquisitely decorated Shah Jehan Mosque built in 17th century in the ancient town of Thatta, we then proceed to Hyderabad where you explore its ancient Forts.
We also tour to the colorful bazaars of Hala, You will see master pieces in pottery, ceramic tiles, block printing and wood work, galore. Experience the intense atmosphere of piety, hope and devotion as you visit the famous shrine of Lal Shahbaz Qalander at Sehwan.
We explore southern cultural traditions, visit the museum and take a boat ride on the Indus to Sadhu Bella island for a visit to Hindu temples decorated with intricately carved statues of Hindu deities.
We then head towards the ancient city of Uch through interesting villages and rural landscape containing some of the most beautiful tombs with blue glazed tiles reflecting the influence of central Asian architecture. It was the center of Islamic learning and many famous scholars and saints lie buried here.
An entire day is spent exploring the city of Multan which has a very interesting history. Every invader and explorer who entered the Indian Sub continent from Alexander the Great to the Mughals including the British struggled for its control. Now proceeding to Lahore, the city of the Mughal Dynasty.
Wandering through the historic city of Lahore you will witness the finest examples of Mughal architecture, the 17th century Badshahi Mosque, the Lahore Fort built in the 16th and 17th century. Incidentally, the city of Lahore is world famous for its ethnically diverse and delicious cuisine for all food aficionados.
Arrive Karachi International Airport, meet and transfer to hotel. Visit the National Museum at Karachi and after noon explores the beautiful beaches of Clifton and Manora and enjoys the sunset view. Evening free at leisure. Overnight hotel.
Morning drive to Moenjodaro, visit the archeological Museum and ancient excavated city of 5000 years old Indus Civilization, afternoon drive to Hyderabad enroute visit the Makli Hill to visit the biggest necropolis Chokundi Tombs. Overnight hotel.
Morning visit the Hyderabad fort and Tombs of Kalhora and Talpur Mirs. After then we drive to Sukkur, enroute visit the famous Sufi Shrine of Lal Shabaz Qalander at Sehwan. Arrive sukkur and after noon visit the Museum and boat ride on the Indus. Overnight hotel.
Morning drive to Multan, city of Sufi shrines and Gateway to the Indian subcontinent. Afternoon visit the Tombs of Bahaudin Zakria and Shah Rukn Alam of 13th and 14th century. Evening explore the colorful Bazaar for shopping the Multani pottery. Overnight hotel.
The five Rivers in Pakistan, the Indus, Ravi, Chenab, jehlum and Sutluj are meeting at the panjnad. After visiting the glazed tile Tombs of Bibi Jawindi and shah Surkh Bukhari we will drive to Bahawalpur. Overnight hotel.
Morning drive to Cholistan Desert for a camel ride and visit the impressive Derawar Fort built on 9th century at the edge of Cholistan desert. Afternoon explore the old walled Bazaar and interesting museums in Bahawalpur. Overnight hotel.
Morning after breakfast drive to Lahore, the city of Mughals, enroute we visit the excavated city of Harappa and proceed to Lahore. Overnight hotel.
Full day excursion to Lahore city, visit the Impressive Lahore Museum, Badshahi Mosque built in 16th century, Lahore fort 16th to 17th century, Shalimar Garden built by Emperor Shah jahan and old walled city. Evening enjoy the traditional local cuisine in a village restaurant. Overnight hotel.
Morning Drive to Islamabad the Capital of Pakistan through the Grand Trunk Road, passing through the villages and green crop fields, enroute visit the khewra Salt mines the largest salt mines in the world. arrive Islamabad and Transfer to hotel.
Transfer to Airport
Gandhara region is one of the ancient Buddhist region. This place holds the historical Buddhist Monasteries dating back to 2nd century BCE. Gandhara has all the history concerning the extent of Buddhism. This region is ideal for historical Buddhist study tour.
From Culture to Culture tour is an master piece when it comes to visiting the cultural diversity of Pakistan. This tour will take you through many different cultures and their historical past.
The adventurous trip of Balochistan is a seven-day trip, in which we will explore the beauty and the culture of the Makran Coastal Highway in the largest province of Pakistan (Balochistan).
Nanga Parbat Adventure tourism company is founded in 1999 and registered with Ministry of Tourism, Govt. of Pakistan.
