Gilgit Hunza China Border Tour 2025

Duration: 15 Days

Budget: 100,000 PKR

Route: Multan to Rawalpindi via Train (motorbike on train), Rawalpindi to Gilgit via Bus (motorbike on bus), Gilgit to Hunza on bike, Hunza to newly discovered valleys, and much more still to explore

Details: In Sha Allah, a 15-day bike tour planned for May 2025 with my wife through the rugged mountains of Gilgit-Baltistan, exploring Hunza’s vibrant culture, newly discovered valleys, and the thrilling China border, with endless adventures awaiting.

Luggage Details

T-Shirts: 4 units

Trousers: 4 units

Shoes: 2 pairs each

Socks: 2 pairs each

Down Jackets: 3 units

Hammock: 1 unit

Camping Tent: 1 unit

Medical Kit: 1 unit

Stove Gas Cylinder: 1 kg

Kitchen Kit: 1 pot, 1 spoon, 1 knife, oil, red chilli, salt

Snacks: Ready-to-eat snack bar (dry fruits)

Rain Suit: 2 units

Motorbike Kit: Puncture kit, front and rear tube

Day-Wise Itinerary

Day 1: Multan to Rawalpindi

Travel by train from Multan to Rawalpindi with motorbike, rest overnight in a hotel.

Day 2: Rawalpindi to Gilgit

Travel by bus from Rawalpindi to Gilgit with motorbike, stay overnight in a hotel.

Day 3: Gilgit to Hunza

Ride bike from Gilgit to Hunza via Karakoram Highway, stay overnight in a hotel.

Day 4: Hunza Exploration

Explore Hunza’s cultural sites, markets, and orchards, stay overnight in a hotel.

Day 5: Hunza to Attabad Lake

Bike to Attabad Lake, explore the turquoise waters, camp overnight.

Day 6: Attabad Lake Exploration

Explore Attabad Lake’s surroundings, stay overnight in a hotel.

Day 7: Attabad Lake to Passu

Ride to Passu, marvel at the Passu Cones, camp overnight.

Day 8: Passu Exploration

Explore Passu’s dramatic peaks and trails, stay overnight in a hotel.

Day 9: Passu to Newly Discovered Valleys

Bike to newly discovered valleys near Hunza, camp overnight.

Day 10: Valley Exploration

Explore the newly discovered valleys, stay overnight in a hotel.

Day 11: Valleys to China Border

Ride toward the China border, explore the frontier, camp overnight.

Day 12: China Border Exploration

Explore the China border area, stay overnight in a hotel.

Day 13: China Border to Hunza

Ride back to Hunza, stay overnight in a hotel.

Day 14: Hunza to Gilgit

Bike back to Gilgit, stay overnight in a hotel.

Day 15: Gilgit to Rawalpindi to Multan

Travel by bus from Gilgit to Rawalpindi with motorbike, then by train to Multan, concluding the tour.

Camping Hotspots

  1. Hunza: Camp amidst vibrant villages and orchards en route to the China border.
  2. Attabad Lake: Set up near the turquoise waters for a scenic night.
  3. Passu: Pitch a tent with views of the dramatic Passu Cones near the frontier.

Note: Bring high-altitude camping gear for Passu’s remote trails.

Gilgit Hunza China Border Tour Highlights

Images coming after our May 2025 adventure, In Sha Allah!