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Gandhara Civilization Tour

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Gandhara Civilization Tour

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Gandhara has remained the home of Buddhism. Starting from the plains of Taxila, Gandhara Civilization has been drawing tourists from around the world of tens of years now. It covers picturesque valleys and villages, the rocky mountains of KPK, the footfalls of the Hindu Kush and the high mountains of the Karakoram Range.

Gandhara Civilization encompasses a large area, such as Taxila, Peshawar, Mardan, Karakoram Range, Swat, Bajaur, and Malakand. These areas have been home to Buddhism for hundreds of years. Historical accounts suggest that Buddhism extended to Korea and Japan from the Gandhara Civilization, which is now part of Pakistan.

When you travel on the mighty Karakoram Highway in northern Pakistan, you will see many footprints of Buddhism in the form of rock carvings.

If you are interested in the Gandhara Civilization tour, you are in the right place. Samina Baig Travels has a 14-day itinerary for the Gandhara Civilization tour. During the tour, we will cover almost all of the primary landmarks of the Gandhara Civilization. The rich history of Buddhism that spreads over thousands of years will definitely fascinate you.

The tour includes a visit to Taxila Museum, in addition to a tour of Peshawar and Swat. It also includes travel to Gilgit along the KKH and stops at historical rock carvings and petroglyphs left by Buddhist travels and pilgrims in Gilgit, Hunza, and near the Indus River. We will also take you around the Hunza Valley, which is known worldwide for its hospital and educated people, scenic valleys and villages, and rich history.

Contact us now if you want to register for or get more information about the Gandhara Civilization tour.

1
Day 1
Arrival in Islamabad
2
Day 2
Travel to Taxila and Peshawar
3
Day 3
Sightseeing in Peshawar (Gorkhatri, Pashto Academy, Shahji ki Dheri)
4
Day 4
Travel to Swat via Takht-i-Bahi – Sehri Bahlol.
5
Day 5
Sightseeing in Swat
6
Day 6
Travel to Besham via Shangla Pass
7
Day 7
Stop overs at Shatial, Chilas, Alam Bridge Buddhist rock carvings. Travel to Nanga Parbat viewpoint - and hotel stay in Gilgit
8
Day 8
Sightseeing in Gilgit; Kargah Buddha, Danyor Buddhist rock carvings, and market visit.
9
Day 9
Drive to Karimabad Hunza. Visit Baltit Fort.
10
Day 10
Visit Duiker, Altit Fort, and sacred rocks at Ganish.
11
Day 11
Drive to Khunjerab Pass via Gulmit and Passu. Overnight hotel stay in Gulmit.
12
Day 12
Sightseeing in Gulmit; Old House, Music School, Museum visit, Polo Field, The fabled ancient Ondra walled village visit. Drive to Gilgit in the afternoon or evening.
13
Day 13
Fly or drive to Islamabad
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Day 14
Fly home