The Apricot Spring Tour Hunza Valley is one of the most enchanting travel experiences in Pakistan. From mid-March to late April, Hunza transforms into a paradise of apricot blossoms, where orchards bloom in vibrant shades of white and pink, framed by the snow-covered peaks of the Karakoram Mountains.
This unique spring blossom tour in Hunza takes you through charming villages, historical forts, and lush valleys. You’ll enjoy breathtaking views along the Karakoram Highway and explore famous spots such as Karimabad, Altit Fort, Baltit Fort, and upper Hunza. It’s the perfect mix of culture, photography, and natural beauty.
We provide professional guides, private transport, and comfortable accommodations to ensure a smooth journey. Our tours are designed for small groups, giving you a more authentic and immersive experience of the Hunza lifestyle and apricot blossom season.
Best time to visit Hunza for apricot blossom is from the second week of March until the end of April. We run four guaranteed departures each season, so you can choose the best time for your trip.
Don’t miss this opportunity to witness the beauty of Hunza Valley in spring. Book your Apricot Blossom Tour now and enjoy one of Pakistan’s most iconic seasonal festivals.
Best time for Hunza Spring tour is from second week of March to end of April.
| Spring- Blossom Tours- 2025 | Cost (USD) | Cost (EUR) |
| Hunza Spring Tour (10 days) – ALL INCLUSIVE | US$ 1,220 | € 1,175 |
| Fairy Meadows- Hunza Spring Tour (12 Days) – ALL INCLUSIVE | US$ 1,415 | € 1,370 |
| Phander- Hunza Spring Tour (12 days) – ALL INCLUSIVE | US$ 1,395 | € 1,350 |
| Skardu- Hunza Spring Tour (14 days) – ALL INCLUSIVE | US$ 1,585 | € 1,540 |
- Experience the culture of ethnic minority communities of Hunza Valley
- Opportunity to interact with Hunza’s community members including men, women and children
- Participate and dance to the tunes of Hunza drums
- View peaks including Rakaposhi (7,788m) and Passu Sar (7,478m) and Ultar Sar (7,388m) in the Karakoram
- Lakes including Attabad and Batura
- Glaciers including Passu, Batura and Hussaini etc
- Sightseeing of forts (Altit and Baltit)
- Karakoram Highway and Ancient Silk Route
Welcome at Islamabad airport and transfer to hotel. Afternoon proceed for city tour of Islamabad and Rawalpindi, which includes famous Faisal Mosque, Shakar Parian, Pakistan monument, Damen Koh, Lok Versa, Museum, Rawalpindi old bazaar, Raja Bazaar.
Altitude: 540 m.
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Drive to Chilas on Karakorum highway 11-12 hours 461 km.
The highway, connecting the Gilgit–Baltistan region to the ancient Silk Road, runs approximately 1,300 km (810 mi) from Kashgar, a city in the Xinjiang region of China, to Abbottabad, Hassan Abdal of Pakistan.
Altitude: 1,265 m.
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Drive to Karimabad (Hunza) 5-6 hours 240 km. Overnight at hotel.
En-route stop at junction point of three great mountain ranges meet, The Karakorum, Himalaya and Hindukush, at Thalichi for photography from Nanga Parbat 8,126 m and at Rakaposhi view point for photography and refreshment.
Altitude: 2,500 m.
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Morning visit Baltit Fort 700 Years old and Baltit village, afternoon visit Altit Fort 900 Years old, Altit village and visit the women carpenters project. Evening enjoy water channel walk from Karimabad to towards Hyderabad village.
Altitude: 2,500 m.
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Morning excursion to Hopper valley, visit Hopper glacier and Hopper valley, afternoon drive to Duiker valley thirty minutes arrive and transfer to hotel.
Duiker valley is view point to see the Sunset and Sunrise over the beautiful mountains in the surroundings of Hunza).
Altitude: 2,800 m
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Drive to Passu 50 km, en-route visit Attabad Lake, Borith Lake, Gulkin village, Gulmit village, Passu white Glacier, Passu village, Hussani village and Hussani suspension bridge and drive to Sost 50 km.
Altitude: 2,800 m
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Excursion to Khunjerab Pass (Pak/China Border), evening drive back to Karimabad.
Altitude: 2,500 m
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Drive to Chilas 235 km, after lunch continue drive to Besham on Karakorum highway 200 km, arrive and transfer to hotel
Altitude: 613 m
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Drive to Islamabad 6-7 hours 261 km, en-route visit Taxila museum and historical sites.
Altitude: 540 m
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Transfer to Islamabad airport for return flight.
- Airport transfer on first and last day in Islamabad
- All domestic road transfers
- All hotel accommodation (twin sharing room)
- All hotel meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner)
- Licensed professional guide
- International airfare and airport taxes.
- Visa fee for Pakistan and personal insurance of the clients.
- Tips for drivers, porters and staff
- Single Supplement
- Transfers to and from airports for participants making individual air arrangements
- Optional excursions or deviations from the scheduled tour
- Miscellaneous (drinks, phone calls, laundry, souvenir etc)
- Room service, gratuities for personal services, items of a purely
- Any other service that is not mentioned in the list above.
Why Choose Hunza Guides Pakistan?
- ✔ Trusted Tour Operator since 1997 with 25+ years of experience in Hunza Valley and Gilgit-Baltistan tours.
- ✔ Local expertise – our guides are from Hunza, offering authentic cultural insights during the apricot blossom season.
- ✔ Comfortable travel & accommodation – private transport, carefully selected hotels, and warm hospitality.
- ✔ Small group tours – personalized attention and better photo opportunities of apricot blossoms.
- ✔ Full board services – from meals to logistics, everything is included so you can focus on enjoying the beauty of Hunza.
FAQs – Apricot Blossom Tour Hunza Valley
Q: When is the best time to see apricot blossoms in Hunza?
A: The apricot blossom season starts in mid-March and lasts until the end of April, with full bloom usually in late March.
Q: How long is the Apricot Spring Tour?
A: Our fixed departures typically last 7–10 days, covering Hunza, Karimabad, Altit Fort, Baltit Fort, and upper Hunza Valley.
Q: What’s included in the tour package?
A: The package includes accommodation, meals, professional local guides, private transport, and sightseeing entry fees.
Q: Do I need prior trekking experience?
A: No trekking experience is required. This is a cultural and sightseeing tour suitable for families, photographers, and nature lovers.
Q: How can I book?
A: You can book online here or contact us directly for customized dates.
