Drive from Islamabad to Chilas via Babusar Pass ( Approx. 350 kms./10-12 hrs.). Chilas was on the ancient caravan trail over the Babusar Pass into India and on the Indus trail of Besham. Travelers in this area left many rock engravings. Chilas is standing under the shadow of world famous Nanga Parbat. On the way you can freshen up and have lunch at Naran. There are some good restaurants serving traditional food. Enroute short stop at Jalkhand, Lulusar Lake & Babusar Top. Lulusar Lake is at an altitude of 3410 m, and has mirror-like water, reflecting the surrounding snowcapped Lulusar Mountains, making it a natural tourist attraction. From Gittidas east of the lake the Naran-Babusar road goes through the Babusar Pass, which is the highest point in the Kaghan Valley). Pass through Babusar Pass-the highest point in Naran Valley. In the evening, arrive in Chilas and transfer to the hotel. Overnight at Chilas.
After breakfast drive towards junction point of highest mountain. Enroute stop at Rakaposhi view point. Later continue your journey towards Hunza. In the evening arrive in Hunza and transfer to Hotel. Karimabad is the delightful old capital of the Hunza Kingdom. From Karimabad you can get a magnificent view of the valley laid out below you and of the peaks behind. Overnight at Hunza Hotel.
After breakfast, drive towards Passu. Passu Village is between Hunza and Sost, adjacent to Khunjerab Pass from where the border of China is on a distance of a few kilometers. It is the junction of three great mountain ranges of the world, the village looks beautiful with a unique landscape. Enroute stop at Attabad Lake. Attabad Lake is one such invigorating place where you can enjoy a boat ride. Looking at jaw dropping snow topped mountains and bracing landscapes will turn a simple boat ride into a memorable experience. Later drive towards Khunjerb Pass. Enroute short stop at Husseini Bridge & Passu Cones view point. After an adventures day, return back to your hotel in Hunza. Overnight stay in Hunza.
After breakfast, visit majestic historical Altit fort which is center of attraction due to its architectural design and strategic location. Altit is one of the oldest settlements of Hunza valley. During the time when Hunza was under the central government of Gilgit principality, Altit served as the capital and sitting place of Hunza.
Next in line is GANESH VILLAGE – the one of the oldest and first settlement on the ancient Silk Road in the Hunza Valley, and is the site of various ancient architecture. After lunch explore the fairy tale like fort of Baltit. Baltit Fort is a landmark of Hunza built about 600 years ago. Stilted on massive legs, its wooden bay windows look out over the valley. Spend the rest of the evening in Hunza bazar for some last minute shopping. Overnight stay in Hunza.
After breakfast start your journey to Naran. Naran serves as a base camp for Lake Saiful Maluk, Battakundi, Lalazar plateau, Lake Lalusar and the Babusar Pass. Arrival in Naran and transfer to the hotel. Overnight stay in Naran.
Breakfast at the hotel then proceed for a half day excursion to Lake Saif-ul-Maluk situated at a distance of 10 km from Naran at an altitude of 3200 meters above sea level, the lake and its surroundings have a touch of unreal and are breathtakingly lovely. The lake offers an inspiring view of Malka Parbat (Queen of Mountains), which is 17,360 feet high. In the noon drive towards Islamabad.
