34 days in Pakistan Itinerary

Seen by many to be the most forward-thinking, culturally important, and artistic of the country's metropolises, Lahore has plenty of charms, plenty of history, and plenty of people.

Get some historical perspective at Badshahi Mosque and Ali Hajvery's Tomb. Get some cultural insight at Lahore Fort and Lahore Guided tours. There's much more to do: contemplate the long history of Shahi Hammam, make a trip to Aitchison College Lahore, stroll around Jilani Park, and brush up on your military savvy at Army Museum.

To find more things to do, maps, reviews, and more tourist information, refer to the Lahore tour itinerary maker website.

San Francisco, USA to Lahore is an approximately 26-hour flight. The time zone difference moving from Pacific Standard Time to Pakistan Standard Time is 13 hours. When traveling from San Francisco in December, plan for somewhat warmer days and about the same nights in Lahore: temperatures range from 69°F by day to 45°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 16th (Sun) early enough to travel to Nathia Gali.

Nathia Gali or Nathiagali is a mountain resort town or hill station in Abbottabad District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan. On the 17th (Mon), trek along Mukshpuri Top and then hike along Dunga Gali Pine Line Track. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 18th (Tue): take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Thandiani.

For traveler tips, reviews, more things to do, and other tourist information, use the Nathia Gali online itinerary planner.

Getting from Lahore to Nathia Gali by flight takes about 4.5 hours. Other options: drive; or do a combination of train, bus, and taxi. In December in Nathia Gali, expect temperatures between 70°F during the day and 42°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 18th (Tue) to allow time to drive to Chitral.

Chitral: Khowar for "field"), is the capital of the Chitral District, situated on the western bank of the Chitral River in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan. Step off the beaten path and head to Chitral Gol National Park and Shandur Pass. Step out of the city life by going to Tirich Mir and Chitral Valley. The adventure continues: contemplate the long history of Chitral Fort and appreciate the views at Bumburet Valley.

To see traveler tips, where to stay, and other tourist information, read Chitral trip app.

Getting from Nathia Gali to Chitral by car takes about 8 hours. In December, Chitral is little chillier than Nathia Gali - with highs of 57°F and lows of 33°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Sat) so you can travel to Islamabad.

The country's capital since 1963, Islamabad has the look and feel of a planned administrative city because, by and large, that's exactly what it is.

Jaulian Buddhist Monastery and Faisal Mosque are good opportunities to explore the local culture. Get outdoors at Trail 5 and Bird Aviary. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Islamabad: Kashmir Point (in Murree), Taxila Ruins (in Taxila) and Pir Sohawa (in Haripur). There's lots more to do: get great views at Margalla Hills, admire the natural beauty at Rose and Jasmine Garden, see the interesting displays at Lok Virsa Museum, and pause for some photo ops at Pakistan monument.

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Fly from Chitral to Islamabad in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. Traveling from Chitral in December, things will get a bit warmer in Islamabad: highs are around 70°F and lows about 42°F. On the 27th (Thu), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can travel to Skardu.

The notable peaks that surround Skardu may be rugged, daunting, and otherworldly, but the imposing reputation of its most famous natural attractions belies the more fertile, diverse, and homely aspects of the town.

Popular historic sites such as Khilingrong Mosque and Manthal Buddha Rock are in your itinerary. You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Shigar Valley and Upper Kachura Lake. Spend the 29th (Sat) exploring nature at Deosai National Park. It doesn't end there: examine the collection at K2 Museum and explore the activities along Satpara Lake.

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Getting from Islamabad to Skardu by flight takes about 3 hours. Finish your sightseeing early on the 30th (Sun) so you can travel to Kel.

Kick off your visit on the 31st (Mon): delve into the distant past at Sharda Peeth and then take a stroll through Arang Kel. On the 1st (Tue), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: take a memorable drive along Gurez Valley (Kel to Taobat).

To see ratings, photos, where to stay, and other tourist information, read our Kel trip planner.

Drive from Skardu to Kel in 11 hours. Finish your sightseeing early on the 1st (Tue) to allow enough time to travel to Hunza.

A tour of Hunza lets you discover a mountainous valley surrounded by massive snowcapped Himalayan peaks.

Kick off your visit on the 2nd (Wed): admire the verdant scenery at Hunza Valley, then contemplate the waterfront views at Hunza River, then step into the grandiose world of Baltit Fort, and finally make a trip to Ganish. Keep things going the next day: explore the activities along Borith Lake, take in the dramatic natural features at Passu Glacier, and then make a trip to Rakaposhi View Point.

To find more things to do, where to stay, ratings, and other tourist information, use the Hunza trip planner.

Traveling by car from Kel to Hunza takes 9.5 hours. In January in Hunza, expect temperatures between 46°F during the day and 46°F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 3rd (Thu) to allow enough time to drive to Gilgit.

Gilgit is the capital city of the Gilgit-Baltistan region, an administrative territory of Pakistan. On the 4th (Fri), take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Karakoram Mountains and then take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Nanga Parbat. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: cruise along Karakoram Highway.

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Drive from Hunza to Gilgit in 2.5 hours. In January, plan for daily highs up to 46°F, and evening lows to 46°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 5th (Sat) to allow time to travel to Karachi.

Sprawling, busy, and central to the nation's economy, Karachi stands as one of the biggest and most populous cities in the world.

Do some cultural sightseeing at Pakistan Maritime Museum and Frere Hall. Step out of the city life by going to Safari Park and Clifton Beach. And it doesn't end there: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Tooba Mosque, appreciate the history behind Mazar-E-Quaid, make a trip to Empress Market, and see the interesting displays at Quaid-e-Azam House Museum.

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Traveling by flight from Gilgit to Karachi takes 7 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 10th (Thu) so you can travel to Gwadar.

Gwadar is a port city on the southwestern coast of Balochistan, Pakistan. Kick off your visit on the 11th (Fri): explore the striking landscape of Hingol National Park.

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Fly from Karachi to Gwadar in 4 hours. Finish your sightseeing early on the 11th (Fri) to allow enough time to travel back home.