Hindukush Region – Chitral, Ayun, Kalash Valley

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Day 1: Islamabad – Ayun Fort

• Meet and greet with Team ATP at desired location in Islamabad.
• 6:00 am Begin your adventure to the raw beauty of the north, as we make our way to the highlands of the Hindukush (via Motorway M-1, Swat Expressway and Lowari Tunnel)
• Enjoy lunch en route at Upper Dir. After lunch, we continue our drive towards Ayun Valley (via Lowari Tunnel) with breathtaking views of Chitral and its mountainscape.
• En route, brief stopover at Nagar Fort & Botanical Gardens, with our guides showing you around.
• Arrive at your first base at the former kingdom of Chitral, nestled at the gateway of the ancient Kalash Valleys. The resort is surrounded by a serene rose garden and has some special views of Tirich Mir the queen of Hindukush mountain Range standing a tall guarding the Chitral Valley at 7,708 meters ASL.
• Upon reaching Ayun, check-in at Ayun Fort for dinner and overnight stay.

Day 2: Ayun Fort – Bamburiat Kalash Valley

• After breakfast transfer to local vehicles to drive to Bamburiat in the beautiful Hindukush Mountain range. Elevation 1,128 m ASL (3,701 ft). (1:30 hours drive)
• Meet these unique people, explore the village and enjoy spectacular sceneries all around.
• Spend your day among one of the most unique tribes of the world in Kalash Valley. Experience Kalasha Culture and local living
• Visit Karkal Graveyard, Kalasha Museum, Bashalini (from outside), and Jastakhan the worship place.
• Enjoy traditional food of the Kalasha people at lunch time.
• Learn more about Kalash through its people, culture, fables and ancient stories!
• Visit an old Kalasha home to witness the traditional lifestyle of these ancient tribes.
• Dinner and overnight stay at Kalasha Guest House.

Day 3: Bumburiat – Rumbur Valley – Bumburiat

• Venture deeper into the Kalasha land and visit Rumbur Valley.
• Enjoy a trek up to the Kalasha Grom, which is a fantastic vantage point with a view of the entire Kalasha Rumbur Valley.
• Enjoy local experiences at Rumbur including Walnut Bread and Wine Tasting.
• Chase the village trails of Rumbur Valley and reconnect with nature.
• Horseback Safari at Rumbur Valley (subject to availability of ponies)
• Visit the ancient sacred worship place of the Kalashas at Rumbur Valley.
• Return to Kalasha Guest House before sun down for an overnight stay.

Day 4: Kalash – Chitral

• After breakfast, we transfer to local vehicles to journey towards Chitral.
• Check in to your rooms at Pamir Riverside Inn, Chitral.
• SCHEDULED ATTRACTIONS TO VISIT AT CHITRAL CITY: Explore the centre of Chitral with a visit to the bazaar, Royal Mosque of Chitral, Chitral Fort & Museum.
• 2:00 pm Lunch at Hindukush Heights, Chitral with mesmerizing views of Tirich Mir.
• Optional, After lunch, Transfer to Local Jeeps. For another dose of untainted Chitral, visit Bir Mughlusht Top in Gol National Park.
• Breathtaking views of snow-capped peaks await you from Bir Mughlusht.
• Indulge yourself in small hikes with our tour guides and enjoy the best views.
• There is a chance of Ibex and Wild Life spotting in Bir Mughlusht.
• Return to your hotel by sundown
• Dinner and overnight stay at Pamir Riverside Inn @ Chitral

Day 5: Chitral – Islamabad

• 6:00 am After breakfast, departure for Jughoor Fish Farms (2-3 hours time dedicated)
• After your visit, begin drive back towards Islamabad. (10 – 11 hours drive)
• Stop for lunch and refreshments along the way.
• Arrival at Islamabad.

End of Tour.