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Hunza Autumn Colours

Gojal & Khunjerab Photography Easy
Orange autumn trees beside a stone wall in Ghulkin village, Gojal Golden poplar trees in a Hunza valley below snow-dusted mountains Autumn trees beside a stone wall in Ghulkin village, Gojal Autumn poplars in the Hunza valley below snow-dusted peaks
  • Duration6 days
  • TypePhotography
  • LevelEasy

About this tour

Autumn is a favourite season in Hunza: the harvest is in, the air is clear and the poplars and orchards turn gold and red against fresh snow on the peaks.

We split the trip between Karimabad and Upper Hunza, so you see both the terraces of the central valley and the villages of Gojal, such as Ghulkin and Passu.

Highlights

  • Autumn colour in Karimabad, Ghulkin and Passu
  • Attabad Lake and the Passu Cones
  • Village walks with local families
  • Clear mountain views in dry autumn weather

Tour Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Islamabad to Besham

    Begin the drive up the Karakoram Highway.

    Overnight: Besham
  2. Day 2

    Besham to Karimabad

    A full day on the highway into Hunza.

    Overnight: Karimabad
  3. Day 3

    Karimabad and Altit

    Fort visits and walks through the autumn orchards.

    Overnight: Karimabad
  4. Day 4

    Attabad Lake to Ghulkin

    Cross Attabad Lake and continue to Gojal, with time in Ghulkin and Gulmit.

    Overnight: Passu or Ghulkin
  5. Day 5

    Passu and the Passu Cones

    Walk around Passu for views of the Cones and the Passu Glacier, then begin the return.

    Overnight: Gilgit
  6. Day 6

    Return to Islamabad

    Travel by road or fly from Gilgit, weather permitting.

Included

  • Private vehicle and driver
  • Hotel accommodation with breakfast
  • Local guide

Not included

  • International flights and visas
  • Most lunches and dinners
  • Travel insurance

Questions about this tour

Is it cold in October?

Days are usually mild and nights are cold, especially in Upper Hunza. Bring warm layers.

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