Spring cherry blossom season is one of the best and interesting periods to visit Gilgit Baltistan the mountain valleys of Karakoram. Hunza valley during the spring season the fruit trees erupt in white and pink blossom and down the valley looks like white and pink carpet. The blossom first starts by the almond trees then apricot trees, cherries, applies, peaches and pears give wonderful contrast of blossom among the high snowcapped mountains. Apricot trees are more common in Hunza valley which is famous legend fruit of the valley and in ancient time was main source of the food.
Hunza is located in the Northern Areas of Pakistan near the borders of China and Afghanistan. Hunza valley is well known for its picturesque natural beauty and as well as the culture and tradition of the mountain people.
Spring blossom season starts from mid-March and remains till the end of April the best time to see the blossom in Hunza valley is from the first week of April. Hunza valley is connected from the capital Islamabad by road through the Karakoram Highway and by air to Gilgit then by road to Hunza Valley.
Cherry blossoms are a symbol of high importance in the region of Gilgit Baltistan. The flower reaches full bloom in spring which is when visitors flock to popular spots around the valleys in Gilgit Baltistan to view these blossoms from and have a picnic under the blanket of these blushing petals. Spring typically is a bit chilly in Gilgit Baltistan with temperatures reaching an average of 12°C in March and about 17°C in April. However the mornings and nights are especially chill. Hence it is advised that when you are packing for your cherry blossom tour in Gilgit Baltistan Northern Areas of Pakistan carry along sweaters as well in case it is cold.
Cherry blossom season in Hunza valley and Gilgit Baltistan regions typically starts around March and goes on till the end of April. During this time you can take a cherry blossom tour in Pakistan.
The cherry blossom is a symbol of renewal and hope with over 100 different varieties the wave of pink which sweeps up the Northern Areas of Pakistan beginning in March announces the arrival of spring cherry blossom season each year symbolizing human life transience and honor.
Across Pakistan’s diverse landscape the magical moment of blooming occurs from March to April for a brief period of full bloom. Starting in the Lower Hunza valley the blooms sweep up to Upper Hunza valley, reaching in approximately the first week of April although this can vary depending on the weather. Hunza spring cherry blossom season is now one of the most iconic experiences in the world and the small window of opportunity to visit this astonishing event means places fill up quickly. The best way to experience Hunza valley, fascinating natural wonder is on tour with us. Explore our Hunza valley cherry blossom tours packages now to ensure you don’t miss out!
Pakistan four distinct seasons each with its own appeal and when planning holidays here it's best to pick the one that excites you best. But spring cherry blossom season is when one of the Gilgit Baltistan regions greatest natural sights occurs. The sakura or cherry blossom is spectacular and some of our holidays are timed to celebrate the beautiful blush of delicate pink blossom that coats the Gilgit Baltistan regions.
There are dozens of different cherry tree varieties in Gilgit Baltistan most of which bloom for just a couple of days in spring. The typical timing to join our sakura cherry blossom tours is between the end of March and the first two weeks of April.
Spring season is possibly one of the best times to visit Pakistan when cherry blossom trees come out in full bloom across the Gilgit Baltistan region. Take in the highlights visit some of the Gilgit Baltistan most beautiful valleys witness the famous snowcapped peaks.
| Day-01 |
ISLAMABAD:
You will be greeted by the team of Hunza Adventure Tours at Islamabad International airport then transfer you along with your luggage to centrally located hotel in Islamabad. Overnight stay in Islamabad.
Distance: 30 km / Driving Hours: 40 mins / Altitude: 220 m / Activities: Sightseeing |
| Day-02 |
ISLAMABAD – SWAT VALLEY:
In the morning after breakfast we will drive to Swat valley en route we will visit Taxila Museum arrival in Swat valley check in at hotel and check in at hotel after a short rest then we will explore Swat valley we will visit the nearby stupas the local bazzar and the truck painting factory. Overnight stay in Swat valley.
Distance:200 km / Driving Hours: 04 hrs /Altitude:980 m / Activities: Sightseeing |
| Day-03 |
ISLAMABAD – CHILAS:
In the morning after breakfast we will drive to Chilas en route we will stop for lunch and photography arrival and check in at hotel. Overnight stay in Chilas.
Distance: 160 / Driving Hours:08 hrs /Altitude:1250 m / Activities: Sightseeing |
| Day-04 |
CHILAS – HUNZA VALLEY:
In the morning after breakfast we will drive to Hunza en route we will stop at the Nanga Parbat view point and the junction point of the three mountain ranges arrival and check in at hotel. Overnight stay in Karimabad Hunza.
Distance:220 / Driving Hours:05 hrs /Altitude:2400 m / Activities: Sightseeing |
| Day-05 |
HUNZA VALLEY:
In the morning after breakfast then do the water channel walk after the walk then we will visit Baltit Fort, Hunza local bazaar and in the afternoon after lunch we will visit Altit fort and in the evening we will drive to eagles nest for the sunset photography. Overnight stay in Hunza Valley.
Distance:30 km / Driving Hours:02 hrs /Altitude:2400 m / Activities: Sightseeing. |
| Day-06 |
KARIMABAD – HOPPER VALLEY– GULMIT UPPER HUNZA:
In the morning after breakfast we will drive to Hopper valley en route we will stop to visit the oldest Ganish village 1000 years old then drive to Hopper Valley hike up to Hopper glacier after lunch then drive toward Attabad Lake en route we will stop at the Hunza Scared rock then drive to Attabad Lake after boating at Attabad Lake then further drive to Gulmit arrival in Gulmit check in at hotel. Overnight stay in Gulmit Upper Hunza Valley.
Distance:180 km / Driving Hours:4 hrs / Altitude:2500 m / Activities: sightseeing. |
| Day-07 |
EXCURSION – KHUNJERAB PASS:
Full day excursions to Khunjerab pass (The border between Pakistan and China). In the olden days there were few highs passes leading from China those were suitable for travel. Today the Khunjerab Pass, which at an altitude of 4733 m the highest point in the world on the Karakoram highway, provides an easy all weather entry from Pakistan to the famous Sinkiang province of the people's Republic of China. This route is a beautiful drive, with views of the high mountains of the Karakoram & the distant Pamir mountain ranges. At Khunjerab, now declared a national park, one can see Marcopolo Sheep, Snow leopard, Himalayan Ibexes. In the evening return back to the hotel.
Distance:272 km / Driving Hours:7 hrs / Altitude:4733m / Activities: Sightseeing |
| Day-08 |
PASSU – BORITH LAKE – SUSPENSION BRIDGES:
This day is very interesting, as in the first nearly half an hour we will drive to Borith lake then hike up to the view point of Passu white glacier then drive back to Gulmit village en route we will visit the Hussaini Suspension bridge after lunch in Gulmit then we will have a village visit after completing the visit then return back to the hotel. Overnight Stay in Gulmit.
Distance:85 km / Driving Hours:02 hrs / Altitude:2500 m / Activities: Sightseeing |
| Day-09 |
GULMIT – BESHAM:
In the morning after breakfast we will departure for Besham sightseeing en route arrival in Besham check in at hotel. Overnight stay in Besham.
Distance:300 km / Driving Hours:08 hrs / Altitude:650 m / Activities: Hiking / Sightseeing |
| Day-10 |
BESHAM – ISLAMABAD:
In the morning after breakfast we will drive to Islamabad arrival in Islamabad then we will visit Fasial Mosque, Lok Versa, Saidpur Village and Daman Koh and Raja bazzar after farewell dinner party then we will drop you at the airport to catch the flight back home.
Distance:270 km / Driving Hours:4-5 hrs / Altitude:540 m / Activities: Sightseeing |
| Day-01 |
ISLAMABAD:
You will be greeted by the team of Hunza Adventure Tours at Islamabad International airport then transfer you along with your luggage to centrally located hotel in Islamabad. Overnight stay in Islamabad.
Distance: 30 km / Driving Hours: 01 hr / Altitude: 540 m / Activities: Sightseeing. |
| Day-02 |
ISLAMABAD – SKARDU VALLEY:
Early in the morning we will drive to Islamabad International airport to take the flight to Skardu, arrival in Skardu check in at hotel after a short rest then we will visit Upper Kachura Lake, Katpana desert, Skardu local bazzar and walk up to Kharpocho fort for the sunset photography. Overnight stay in Skardu.
Distance:100 km / Driving Hours:02 hrs / Altitude: 2200 m / Activities: Sightseeing |
| Day-03 |
SKARDU VALLEY:
In the morning after breakfast, we will drive to Shiger valley en route we will visit Safranga cold desert and the blind lake arrival in Shiger valley then we will visit the old mosque and Shiger fort and in the evening we will drive back to Skardu. Overnight stay in Skardu.
Distance: 120 km / Driving Hours: 03 hrs / Altitude: 2200 m / Activities: Sightseeing. |
| Day-04 |
SKARDU – KARIMABAD, HUNZA VALLEY:
In the morning after breakfast we will drive to Karimabad Hunza sightseeing en route we will stop at the old silk road and Rakaposhi view point then further drive to Hunza arrival in Hunza check in at hotel. Overnight stay in Karimabad Hunza.
Distance: 286 km / Driving Hours:08 hrs / Altitude: 2500 m / Activities: Sightseeing |
| Day-05 |
KARIMABAD, HUNZA VALLEY:
In the morning after breakfast then we will do the water channel walk after the walk then we will visit Baltit Fort, Hunza local bazaar, Altit Fort and lunch at Hunza royal garden and in the evening we will go for the sunset Safari to Eagles nest. Overnight stay in Karimabad.
Distance:40 km / Driving Hours:02 hrs /Altitude:2400 m / Activities: Sightseeing. |
| Day-06 |
KARIMABAD – HOPPER VALLEY– GULMIT UPPER HUNZA:
In the morning after breakfast we will drive to Hopper valley en route we will stop to visit the oldest Ganish village 1000 years old then drive to Hopper Valley hike up to Hopper glacier after lunch then drive toward Attabad Lake en route we will stop at the Hunza Scared rock then drive to Attabad Lake after boating at Attabad Lake then further drive to Gulmit arrival in Gulmit check in at hotel. Overnight stay in Gulmit Upper Hunza Valley.
Distance:180 km / Driving Hours:4 hrs / Altitude:2500 m / Activities: sightseeing. |
| Day-07 |
GULMIT – BORITH LAKE – SUSPENSION BRIDGE-PASSU GLACIER:
This day is very interesting, as in the first nearly half an hour we will drive to Hussaini village and we will visit Hussaini Suspension bridges, then we will drive up to Borith Lake and a walk up to Passu white glacier then drive back to Gulmit for local lunch at Hunza Apricot Garden at local family house and after lunch we will do the village walk in Gulmit .Overnight Stay in Gulmit.
Distance:30 km / Driving Hours:2 hrs / Altitude:2800m / Activities: Sightseeing |
| Day-08 |
EXCURSION – KHUNJERAB PASS:
Full day excursions to Khunjerab pass (The border between Pakistan and China). In the olden days there were few highs passes leading from China those were suitable for travel. Today the Khunjerab Pass, which at an altitude of 4733 m the highest point in the world on the Karakoram highway, provides an easy all weather entry from Pakistan to the famous Sinkiang province of the people‟s Republic of China. This route is a beautiful drive, with views of the high mountains of the Karakoram and the distant Pamir mountain ranges. At Khunjerab, now declared a national park, one can see Marcopolo Sheep, Snow leopard, Himalayan Ibexes. In the evening return back to the hotel.
Distance:272 km / Driving Hours:7 hrs / Altitude:4733m / Activities: Sightseeing |
| Day-09 |
GULMIT – GILGIT:
In the morning after breakfast we will drive to Gilgit, we will visit the bazaar in order to familiarize ourselves with the customs of the Gilgit’s, a stop at the cooperative store, where Chinese goods are bought on the barter system will allow us to glance at Chinese treasure. Overnight stay in Gilgit.
Distance:145 km / Driving Hours:03 hrs / Altitude:1500 m / Activities: Sightseeing |
| Day-10 |
GILGIT – SWAT VALLEY:
In the morning after breakfast we will drive to Swat valley en route we will stop at the junction point of thre mountain ranges where they meet at one point and our next stop at Nanga Parbat view point arrival in Swat valley check in at hotel. Overnight stay in Swat valley.
Distance:380 km / Driving Hours:7-8 hrs / Altitude:1400 m / Activities: Sightseeing |
| Day-11 |
SWAT VALLEY:
In the morning after breakfast we will visit Swat Museum the Swat local bazzar the Stupas and Takhi bahi site. Overnight stay in Swat valley.
Distance:250 km / Driving Hours:4-5 hrs / Altitude:540m / Activities: Sightseeing |
| Day-12 |
SWAT VALLEY– ISLAMABAD:
In the morning after breakfast departure for Islamabad en route we will visit Taxila Museum and sites arrival in Islamabad then we will do the city tour of Islamabad and Rawalpindi we will visit Fasial Mosque, Pakistan Monument, Raja Bazzar and Saidpur Village and after the farewell dinner party then we will drop you at the airport to take the flight back home.
Distance:240 km / Driving Hours:04 hrs / Altitude:540 m / Activities: Sightseeing |
