How can I get to Hunza Valley from Islamabad?

Traveling from Islamabad to the Hunza Valley is an exciting journey with beautiful views. The main routes to go to Hunza Valley are as follows:

By Road, which offers the most scenic views

Travelers most often choose to drive from Islamabad to Hunza, which offers breathtaking vistas along the Karakoram Highway (KKH). What you should know is as follows:

• Distance: Approximately 600 kilometers (370 miles).
• Depending on breaks and road conditions, the trip should take 12 to 15 hours.
• Route: Use the Karakoram Highway to travel from Islamabad to Abbottabad to Mansehra, Naran, Chilis, Gilgit, and Hunza.
• The KKH, which travels through breathtaking mountain ranges, is regarded as one of the world's most picturesque highways.

By Air (Fastest Option)

Flying to Gilgit and then continuing to Hunza is the quickest way to reach the valley:

Take a flight from Islamabad to Gilgit.

• Airline: Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) offers flights.
• Flight Duration: About 1 hour.
• Note: Flights are highly dependent on weather conditions and may be canceled in case of poor visibility.

By Tour Operators in Private

There are several planned excursions to the Hunza Valley offered by Islamabad tourist agencies. Usually, these bundles consist of:

• Transit (bus or private car).
• Lodging in Hunza.
• Guided excursions to important sites such as Attabad Lake, Altit Fort, and Baltit Fort.