From the Indian Ocean to the Punbjab

Itinerary

Day 1 – Karachi

Arrival in Karachi. Airport pick-up depending on your arrival time and transfer to the hotel.

At 5:00 PM we meet the group for a short pre-tour briefing. From here, we head straight into the city and make our way to Clifton Beach, where Karachi meets the Arabian Sea. Dinner will be at the famous Do Darya stretch, known for its lively seaside restaurants.

Overnight stay in Karachi.

Day 2 – Karachi

A full day to explore Karachi, Pakistan’s largest city and its energetic gateway to the sea. We start early with going to the Fish Market in Karachi Fish Harbor. From there we move into the colonial and modern layers of Karachi: Native Jetty Bridge, the KMC building, Merewether Clock Tower and the Heritage Walk.

We continue through Empress Market, then visit Jinnah Mausoleum, the resting place of Pakistan’s founder. Nearby we stop at Flagstaff House, Frere Hall, and the striking Tooba Mosque with its single vast dome.

We end the day at Mohatta Palace, one of Karachi’s most beautiful heritage buildings, followed by a Truck Art experience that shows one of Pakistan’s most iconic visual cultures.

Overnight stay in Karachi.

Day 3 – Karachi – Makli – Hyderabad

We leave Karachi early and head towards the historical heart of Hyderabad. Our first stop is Chaukhandi Tombs, this was the place where Islam first came to Pakistan. From here we continue to Makli Necropolis, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the largest graveyards in the world. The story goes that over 1 million people are buried in the hills here.

We visit the Shah Jahan Mosque in Thatta, known for its incredible acoustic design and intricate tile work. From here we drive towards Hyderabad, stopping at the famous Bombay Bakery for a short break. In the evening we explore Hyderabad bazaar, where daily life unfolds in its most authentic form.

Overnight stay in Hyderabad.

Day 4 – Hyderabad – Sehwan Sharif

We start the morning with driving to Bhit Shah, visiting the shrine of Shah Abdul Latif Bhittai, one of Sindh’s most important Sufi poets. If timing allows, we also see Ajrak making, a centuries-old block-printing craft.

We continue to Ranikot Fort, often called the Great Wall of Sindh. Its scale and isolation make it one of the most unusual forts in the region, and we explore different sections including Miri Kot.

By late afternoon we arrive in Sehwan Sharif. In the evening we visit the shrine of Lal Shahbaz Qalandar, where the atmosphere transforms completely during the Sufi Dhamaal ritual.

Overnight stay in Sehwan Sharif.

Day 5 – Sehwan Sharif – Mohenjo Daro – Larkana

We leave Sehwan and travel deeper into the Indus Valley. On the way we’ll stop at a traditional brick kiln to observe how bricks are crafted from clay. 

The highlight of the day is Mohenjo Daro, one of the world’s most important archaeological sites. This 5,000-year-old UNESCO site city reveals the scale and sophistication of the Indus Valley Civilization, and we explore its streets, structures, and museum.

We continue to Larkana, stopping along the way at the Bhutto family mausoleum, an important political and historical site in modern Pakistan.

Overnight stay in Larkana.

Day 6 – Larkana – Sukkur

After breakfast we’ll continue towards Sukkur. We visit to Kot Diji Fort in Khairpur, an impressive 18th-century fort built by the Talpur rulers, standing on a strategic ridge overlooking the landscape. If accessible, we may also stop at Faiz Mahal, once a royal residence of the Khairpur state.

In Sukkur, we explore the city and its surroundings along the Indus River. We cross the iconic Lansdowne Bridge, an engineering landmark from the British era, and take time to experience life along the riverbanks. We’ll go out on the Indus for a boat trip, with a chance to spot the rare blind dolphins if luck is on our side.

We also visit Sadhu Bela Temple, a peaceful Hindu temple located on an island in the river, adding another layer to Sukkur’s layered cultural history.

Overnight stay in Sukkur.

Day 7 – Sukkur – Bahawalpur

Breakfast and departure towards Bahawalpur. On the way we stop at Uch Sharif, known for its beautifully decorated Sufi tombs with blue mosaic architecture dating back to the 15th century.

We continue to Bahawalpur and visit Noor Mahal, a striking palace built in the late 19th century with a strong European influence in its design.

Overnight stay in Bahawalpur.

Day 8 – Bahawalpur – Derawar Fort – Multan

Early breakfast and departure into the Cholistan Desert. We visit the impressive Derawar Fort, a massive desert fortress surrounded by endless sand dunes. Nearby we also stop at the Abbasi Jamia Shahi Mosque and the Royal Graveyard.

If accessible, we may also stop at Sadiq Garh Palace on the way. We continue our journey towards Multan, known as the “City of Saints”.

Overnight stay in Multan.

Day 9 – Multan – Lahore

Breakfast and exploration of Multan. We visit some of the city’s most important Sufi shrines, including Bahauddin Zakariya and Shah Rukn-e-Alam, as well as the Shahi Eid Gah Mosque.

In the afternoon we continue our drive towards Lahore.

Overnight stay in Lahore.

Day 10 – Lahore

Breakfast and full day exploration of Lahore. We start with an Akhara experience (mud wrestling), a traditional part of local sporting culture.

We then visit the majestic Badshahi Mosque, followed by Lahore Fort (Shahi Qila) and the historic Walled City, including Dehli Gate and Wazir Khan Mosque. We also visit the Tomb of Jahangir, one of the most important Mughal monuments in the city.

In the late afternoon we head to the Wagah Border, where we witness the famous flag-lowering ceremony between Pakistan and India.

Overnight stay in Lahore.

Day 11 – Lahore – Islamabad

Breakfast and departure towards the Salt Range. We visit the spectacular Khewra Salt Mines, one of the largest and oldest salt mines in the world, known for its underground chambers and salt formations.

If time allows, we may also stop at the Katas Raj Temples, an ancient Hindu temple complex. We continue towards Islamabad and check in at the hotel.

Overnight stay in Islamabad.

Day 12 – Islamabad

After breakfast, airport drop-off and end of the South Pakistan group tour.

Or departure with Kam Air to Kabul for our Grand Afghanistan Tour.