Surprising Pakistan (12days)
Details
Learn what life looks like for women living in Pakistan’s vibrant capital city and ancient mountain villages. Join our local female leader as she takes you on a unique journey to the Hunza Valley. See the communities and landscapes associated with the hallowed Karakoram and Hindu Kush mountains and meet pioneering women working on female empowerment projects throughout the region. Trek to alpine lakes, ancient glaciers, and the remnants of ruined empires, then witness the evolution of modern Pakistan in the country’s capital of Islamabad. From cooking classes to village homestays, this Female Explorer Trip will have you sharing more than just photographs.
### What we fall for
- Travelling through Pakistan with a local female leader. Her knowledge and insights will make this an eye-opening and unforgettable expedition, which is a rare opportunity.
- Experiencing a unique female-only salon, owned by a local woman and run out her home in Gulmit, a town that has existed for hundreds of years and is surrounded by mountains and glaciers.
- Spending time with the inspiring women working to empower their communities through local projects including carpet-weaving, cooking classes and cafes.
- Immersing ourselves in remote mountain villages while staying overnight and sharing food and stories with a local family.
### Good to know
Tags: Local Living, Culture & Traditions, Active Trips.
Service Level: Roots
Fitness Rating: Active - the height might be challenging.
Age: 18+
Trip ref: INTR-HQSW
Inclusions:
- Accommodation:
Hotel (5n), Traditional Guesthouse (4n), Homestay (2n) - Meals:
11 breakfasts, 10 lunches, 11 dinners - Program, ground transportation, and tour leader
For trip details, questions, availabilities, best flight options from your departure airport, and bookings, contact us!
Surprising Pakistan (12days)