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Exploring Pakistan |
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Destinations of the Month |
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Beauty Scenic Swat
At the junction of south,
east and central Asia, Pakistan holds a wealth of diverse cultural
attractions and overwhelming natural beauty. Start in Islamabad, the planned
capital city whose new boulevards contrast sharply with Rawalpindi.
From Islamabad, travel to Taxilla, once the center of the Ghandhara
civilization, to the charming ancient Buddhist monastery of Takht Bhai.
Trip to Swat, the former cross road of many legendry invaders and Silk road trail, where you tour the remains of the
Buddhist era.
Trip Features:
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Guided by highly experienced and
qualified professionals with the help of the best
supporting staff available in Pakistan, having undergone on the job
training over many seasons with us. They are highly experienced at
catering to the needs of our members, and do a tremendous amount to
contribute to the overall success and satisfaction of our groups
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Build your exact dream trip--Itinerary can be
customized. Leaves any day you desire--Lengthen or shorten trip, if you
like.
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4 to 5 star accommodations and services--Designed
for higher end budgets (hotels can be changed for lower budgets)
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Lowest Price guaranteed and the best value for
money--Save 40-50 % vs. comparable guided tours of this same quality
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Group Discounts Available.
Details
Itinerary
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06 DAYS ITINERARY (Day by Day) |
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DAY 01: ARRIVAL ISLAMABAD
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Arrival
Islamabad today.
A member of the
Vertical Explorers staff will meet you at the airport and escort you to
the hotel. Today either you can relax or you can
enjoy an exploratory walk in the old part of Rawalpindi; wander past the
vegetable and spice markets, beautifully carved old houses and trucks,
cows pestering the vegetable vendors, catch traditional craftsmen
at work in silver and gold bazaars .You will then continue on the main
street linking the Twin cities - Murree Road - before arriving at the
gleaming new capital, Islamabad. You pass shining new buildings and
thousands of park areas - a full 50 percent of the 350 square mile site
is set aside for parks. You will then stop at the Shakar Parian to catch
a bird's eye view of Islamabad. Our next stop will be Shah Faisal Mosque
which is the landmark of Islamabad. |
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Meals provided: Welcome
Dinner
Accommodation:
Marriott Hotel, Pearl Continental
Hotel, Sunrise Hotel, Civic Hotel, Regency Hotel |
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DAY 02: ISLAMABAD - SWAT |
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Today we will start our journey by morning towards Swat
Valley. On our way we will have short break at Taxila, the heart of
Gandaran Civilization. Passing the Frontier town of Mardan and
Takht-e-Bahi, the most impressive and complete Buddhist monastery in
Pakistan. Passing through Takht-e-Bahi we cross Malakand Pass and
descend down to Swat valley. Our drive from Islamabad to Swat is about
250 kilometers and its takes about four and half hours to reach this
heavenly place.
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Meals provided: Breakfast
Accommodation:
PTDC. Dir Continental |
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DAY
3:
SWAT – MALAM
JABBA |
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Morning departure for Malam Jabba. This is an exciting tourist resort of
great natural beauty as well as the one of the best skiing resort.
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Meals provided: Breakfast
Accommodation:
PTDC Motel |
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DAY
4 MALAM JABBA - KALAM |
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Leave for Kalam. On the way visit Madian and Bahrain, with
beautiful terraced fields, wild flowers, studded slopes and fruit laden
trees.The last destination of Swat valley, which is ideal for
hiking, trekking and trout fishing.
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Meals provided: Breakfast
Accommodation: PTDC
Hotel, Kalam Green Hotel |
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DAY 5: KALAM –
SAIDU SHARIF |
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Departure to Saidu Sharif which
is a 4 hours drive.
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Meals provided: Breakfast
Accommodation: White
Palace Hotel, Swat Continental,
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DAY
6: SAIDU SHARIF – ISLAMABAD |
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Morning departure for Islamabad, en route
visit Takht Bhai, Wah Garden and Taxilla.
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Meals
provided: Breakfast
Accommodation: None |
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End of Service |
2009
Group Departure Dates from Islamabad:
April 8,
May 6,
May 16
June 2, June
18,
July 3
July 25, August 8, August
21
September 7,
September 23, October 3
October 14,
November 5
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