North Pakistan Circuit Ride

Arrival in Islamabad. Meet and transfer to the hotel. Time to rest and prepare for the ride ahead.

Leave Islamabad and ride towards the mountains via Muzaffarabad. The road gradually climbs as you follow rivers and forested valleys, eventually reaching the alpine town of Naran.

A high-altitude day crossing Babusar Pass before descending to join the Karakoram Highway. From here, turn towards Astore and continue into the quieter valley of Trishing, with a mix of paved and rough sections.

Breakfast at the hotel, then ride to Astore Valley and onwards to Deosai plateau. Till Chilum, the road is paved. From there, we will enter Deosai National Park, and the next approximately 40 km will be off-road as we traverse the second-highest plateau in the world. We will have a brief stop at Sheosar Lake for lunch. Later, we will continue the ride to Bara Pani, where we will arrive and transfer to camps for dinner and an overnight stay.

Breakfast at the camps. After spending the night at an altitude of 4200 meters, we start riding towards Sadpara Top and then descend to Sadpara Lake. There will be several photo stops. Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel. Lunch will be served at the hotel. Later, visit the cold desert known as Sarfaranga and Shigar Valley. Return to the hotel for dinner and overnight stay.

Ride along the newly developed route towards Hunza, rejoining the Karakoram Highway near Alam Bridge. Stop for views of Nanga Parbat and continue towards Hunza with a break at Rakaposhi viewpoint.

Ride through Upper Hunza, passing Attabad Lake and small mountain villages before reaching Khunjerab Pass 4700m. After spending time at the border, return to Passu for the night.

Leave the main highway and take on the narrow, rugged road into Shimshal Valley. A challenging and rewarding 60km offroad ride through one of the most remote mountain village. Arrive and transfer to local guest house.

Ride back to the Karakoram Highway and continue towards Gilgit. A long but scenic day with a mix of rough and smooth sections. Arrive Gilgit and transfer to hotel.

Head west into the Ghizer Valley. The road winds through small towns, lakes, and open landscapes before reaching the peaceful setting of Phandar.

Cross Shandur Pass, known as the highest polo ground in the world. The ride offers wide open scenery before descending into the Chitral region.

Ride deeper into the Hindu Kush towards Garam Chashma, close to the Afghan border. A quieter region known for its natural hot springs and remote setting.

Ride towards Ayun with a visit to the unique Kalash Valley. Experience a distinct culture and landscape unlike anywhere else in Pakistan.

Cross the Lowari Tunnel and descend towards Swat Valley. The landscape changes again to greener hills, rivers, and more populated valleys.

Final ride back to Islamabad via Malakand Pass and the historic Grand Trunk Road. Return bikes and conclude the journey with a farewell dinner.

Transfer to the airport for your onward flight.