Vigorous Colours of Fall | 10 Days | Group Tour
Schedule
Thu Oct 27 2022 at 06:00 am to Sat Nov 05 2022 at 06:00 pm
Location
G-8 Markaz | Islamabad, IS
Experience, once in a year, the changing colors of north.This is the time when the East Asians visit the north of Pakistan. They say they find the vibe very spiritual.
Witnessing autumn in the north of Pakistan have been a desire for many. We have designed this tour specifically for active travellers who have keen interest in exploring seasonal landscapes.
The tour covers the northern-most road belt of Pakistan which connects Chitral and Gilgit. We will be witnessing the Autumn season in Kalash, Garam Chashma, Booni, Phander and Yasin Valleys, less visited regions, with like-minded group, by jeeps and foot.
Fancy your own pace? you can spend time in the lodging or take short walks near by.
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TOUR INFO
Duration: 10 Days 9 Nights
Start/End: Islamabad
Ideal Traveller age-group: 20s – 30s
Child-friendly: No
Max Altitude: 2900m and a day trip to 3000m
Key tour elements: #explore #autumn #colorsofnature #jeepsafari #thenorthernbelt #laketime #forest #naturewalk #valleys #roadtrip #openskies #wellness
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BRIEF ITINERARY
• DAY 1: Islamabad to Kalash
Meet-up in Islamabad and pre-tour discussion.
Depart for Timergara. Arrive and transfer to jeeps. Depart for Kalash.
Arrive and check-in to Guest House. Rest for the day.
Dinner will be served at Guest House.
Accommodation: Guest House in Kalash
Transport: Coaster; Jeeps
Meals: Dinner
• DAY 2: Kalash to Garam Chashma
After b/f, depart for Garam Chashma.
Approx 4-hour jeep ride, arrive Garam Chashma.
Explore the settlements, visit local home and try local delicacies.
Refreshing evening bath in hot-spring pool.
Dinner will be served at Hotel.
Accommodation: Hotel in Garam Chashma
Transport: Jeeps
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
• DAY 3: Garam Chashma to Booni
After b/f, depart for Booni
Enroute drive-through Qaqlasht meadows.
Approx 5-hour jeep ride, arrive at Guest House in Booni and rest for the day.
Dinner will be served at Guest House.
Accommodation: Guest House in Booni
Transport: Jeeps
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
• DAY 4: Booni to Phander
After b/f, continue journey to Phander.
Approx 6-hour jeep ride, arrive at Guest House in Phander and rest for the day.
Dinner will be served at Guest House.
Accommodation: Guest House in Phander
Transport: Jeeps
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
• DAY 5: Phander Valley
After b/f, explore Phander Valley.
Visit Phander Lake.
Return to Guest House and rest for the evening.
Dinner will be served at Guest House.
Accommodation: Guest House in Phander
Transport: Jeeps
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
• DAY 6: Phander to Yasin
After b/f, depart for Yasin Valley.
Approx 4-hour jeep ride, arrive at Guest House in Yasin and rest for the day.
Dinner will be served at Guest House.
Accommodation: Guest House in Yasin
Transport: Jeeps
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
• DAY 7: Yasin Valley
After b/f, explore Yasin Valley.
Visit old fort and local farms.
(Optional: Horse ride)
Return to Guest House and rest for the day.
Dinner will be served at Guest House.
Accommodation: Guest House in Yasin
Transport: Jeeps
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
• DAY 8: Yasin to Gilgit
Early b/f, then rest with the views or short walks nearby. We will depart for Gilgit by noon.
Approx 6-hour journey, we will arrive at Hotel in Gilgit and rest for the day, later visit Gilgit Bazaar.
Dinner will be served at the Hotel.
Accommodation: Hotel in Gilgit
Transport: Jeeps
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
• DAY 9: Gilgit to Naran
After breakfast, drive to Naran for return.
Approx 6-hour journey, we will arrive Naran and rest or explore at own will.
Dinner will be served at the Hotel.
Accommodation: Hotel in Naran
Transport: Coaster
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
• DAY 10: Naran to Islamabad
After breakfast, drive back to Islamabad.
Stopovers for snacks.
Accommodation: None
Transport: Coaster
Meals: Breakfast
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BRIEF INCLUSIONS
Accommodation:
• Hotel (1N Gilgit, 1N Naran)
• Guest House (1N Kalash, 1N Garam Chashma, 1N Booni, 2N Phander, 2N Yasin)
Transport:
• Jeep
• Coaster
Meals:
• 9 Breakfast
• 9 Dinner
Activities:
• Kalash valley day tour
• Phander lake visit
• Yasin valley day tour
Attractions:
• Museum tickets
• Fort tickets
Ground Handling:
• Tour Manager
• Local Guide
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PRICE
FROM ISLAMABAD: Rs. 95,500
(PER ADULT ON TRP SHARING BASIS)
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PAYMENT TERMS
• BOOKING FEE: Rs. 20,000 PER ADULT
• BALANCE PAYMENT DUE DATE: 15th September '22
OR:
Make FULL PAYMENT in advance to confirm your seat and SAVE 3% ON YOUR BILL
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ADD-ONS
If you're travelling from another city, you may want to add:
• HOTEL: Hotel stay in Islamabad before or end of the tour
• TRANSFERS: Airport/Hotel transfers in Islamabad
• TICKETS: Flights, Train or Bus tickets
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CANCELLATION AND REFUNDS
• Cancellation 45+ Days before Departure | 80% Refund
• 30 - 44 DAYS before Departure | 60% Refund
• 15 - 29 Days before Departure | 40% Refund
• 14 Days or less before Departure | No Refund
NOTES:
• On-journey, no refunds will be made if traveller wishes to quit the group at any time, due to health or personal reason.
• No refunds will be made if the tour plan changes/modifies due to any unknown or uncertain natural calamities, political, legal or security issues on-destinations.
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TERMS & CONDITIONS
• Room TRP sharing comes with Twin or Double bed and extra mattress.
• Loss of personal or valuable items is not a responsibility of Gasherbrum Tours.
• Our journey is equipped with first-aid kits. Any major personal injuries or physical accidents will be fully supported for safe private returns, but at additional cost borne by traveller.
• Due to weather, climate, road conditions, security, legal or political issues, it may take more time than usual in the journey. Any changes to the itinerary will be conveyed at point-in-time.
In such cases, additional costs will be conveyed and divided accordingly in group members, and are not borne by Gasherbrum Tours.
• We expect our travellers to behave ethically at all times and places during the journey,
• Travellers are strictly advised not to carry any drugs, alochol or personal weapons on journey.
• Gasherbrum Tours, with all due consent, may cancel the tour and arrange return for any traveller in the group at any point-in-time, who is found misbehaving with fellow travellers or locals in the visited destinations.
• Travellers are advised to care for their own COVID measures, such as wearing masks, using sanitizers or making contact with others.
• Travellers are advised to care about the disposal of personal consumables and packaging at designated spots only.
• For detail T&Cs, please request for Detailed Itinerary in the link mentioned below.
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