Chitral · 6 nights

Chitral & the Hindu Kush

Hot springs, old forts and the high road towards Shandur.

Duration: 7 days · 6 nights
Best time: April – October
Group size: 2 – 10
Level: Moderate

01 /The journey

Chitral sits in a long green valley under Tirich Mir, the highest peak of the Hindu Kush. It's wilder and less visited than Hunza, with a warm, proud culture, hot springs, polo grounds everywhere and a road that climbs towards the Shandur Pass. Come for the hiking, stay for the apricots.

Highlights

01Tirich Mir views from Birmoghlasht
02Soaking in the Garam Chashma hot springs
03Mastuj fort and the high polo grounds
04Easy add-on days in the Kalash valleys

02 /Day by day

Chitral & the Hindu Kush

Day 1Fly to Chitral+

Short mountain flight (or a scenic drive through Swat and the Lowari tunnel). Evening at Chitral Fort and the Shahi mosque.

Day 2Birmoghlasht+

Up to the old summer palace for the best view of Tirich Mir, then the bazaar.

Day 3Garam Chashma+

A valley of hot springs and trout streams, with a long soak before dinner.

Day 4Booni to Mastuj+

North along the river to Mastuj fort and its polo ground.

Day 5Laspur & Shandur+

A day walk in the Laspur valley, or up to Shandur lake in season.

Day 6Back to Chitral+

Slow drive back with orchard stops and a last Chitrali dinner.

Day 7Fly home+

Morning flight to Islamabad.

What's included

✓All stays, twin share
✓Domestic flights Islamabad–Chitral return
✓Jeep with driver
✓Local guide throughout
✓Breakfast and dinner daily
✓Permits and entry fees

Not included

–International flights
–Travel insurance
–Lunches and drinks
–Tips

03 /Your quote

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