Terraced fields and peaks in Pakistan's northern valleys

The Amazing North

A vista of mesmerizing mountain scenery and the exotic culture of the north.

Overview

The grand tour of northern Pakistan

Nineteen days weaving together the best of the north: the Kaghan Valley, Fairy Meadows beneath Nanga Parbat, Hunza's forts and orchards, Khunjerab Pass on the Chinese border, and the lakes of Skardu.

A vehicle-based journey with optional day hikes, designed for travelers who want the full sweep of mountain scenery and culture without committing to a long trek.

  • Fairy Meadows and the Nanga Parbat viewpoint
  • Baltit and Altit forts in the Hunza Valley
  • Khunjerab Pass — the world's highest paved border
  • Skardu, Shangrila and the cold desert of Katpana