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Punjab

08 Days Rawalpindi & Murree Trip

8 Days / 7 Nights4.8 (198 reviews)

Quick facts

Duration8 Days / 7 Nights

Best seasonCold in winters, Pleasant in summers

LanguageUrdu, English

WeatherCool Summers, Cold Winters (snowfall in season)

PickupIslamabad

THE EXPERIENCE

About this tour

Experience a perfectly balanced 8-day private journey pairing the historic garrison heritage and bustling bazaars of Rawalpindi with the scenic pine forests and fresh mountain air of Murree and Galyat with SaffarGuru. Travel in spacious comfort in a dedicated 7-seater Honda BR-V with pickup and drop-off directly from Islamabad (airport or preferred location), ideal for families or groups of up to 5 persons.

This package offers an unhurried, detailed exploration of Rawalpindi's pre-partition architecture, colonial Saddar, food streets, and Ayub National Park, followed by a mountain retreat covering Murree's Mall Road, Patriata chairlifts, and the pristine hiking trails of Nathia Gali and Ayubia.

Travel in comfort

Hotel

5 travellers (01 Room Sharing Basis)

Transport

BRV / Private Transport provided

Meals

breakfast Included

Guide

Experienced mountain driver-cum-guide throughout

Places you'll explore

Colonial Saddar Rawalpindi

Mall Road

Flashman's Heritage Environs

Historic Raja Bazaar

Sujan Singh Haveli area & Sarafa Bazaar

Kartarpura Famous Food Street & Banni Chowk

Ayub National Park & Lake Area

Murree Mall Road

Pindi Point

Kashmir Point

Patriata (New Murree) Chairlift & Cable Car Complex

Nathia Gali

Governor House Surroundings & Local Craft Bazaars

Ayubia Pipeline Track Walking Trail & Mushkpuri Peak Base

What's included

Accommodation on 01 Room Sharing Basis (Up to 5 Persons per room)

Daily Breakfast Included

Group Sharing Transport (BRV Car)

.Fuel, Toll Taxes, Road Taxes, and Challan

Driver Expenses & Service Charges

4x4 Off-Road Jeep Charges for Lake Saif-ul-Malook & Siri Paye Meadows

Not included

Lunch & Dinner

Personal Expenses & Shopping

Personal Insurance & Emergency Expenses

Entry Tickets to Parks & Play Areas

Patriata Chairlift / Cable Car Tickets

Tour itinerary

Day 1Islamabad Pickup & Rawalpindi Colonial Saddar Tour

Pickup from Islamabad Airport / preferred location in Islamabad
Smooth transfer to Rawalpindi and hotel check-in
Afternoon drive through colonial Saddar, Mall Road, and Flashman’s heritage zone
Evening walk in Saddar Market and coffee/tea at historic cafes
Overnight stay in Rawalpindi

Day 2Rawalpindi Heritage Bazaars & Food Trail

Breakfast at hotel
Guided exploration of Rawalpindi’s historic Old City: Purana Qila, Sujan Singh Haveli area, and Sarafa Bazaar
Immerse in the vibrant colors of Raja Bazaar and Bara Market
Evening dinner excursion to the famous Kartarpura Food Street
Overnight stay in Rawalpindi

Day 3Ayub National Park & Commercial Centers

Breakfast at hotel
Morning excursion to Ayub National Park (Jungle World, military display areas, and lake walks)
Afternoon visit to Satellite Town and Commercial Market for local shopping and textiles
Evening leisure at Jinnah Park dining and walking trails
Overnight stay in Rawalpindi

Day 4Scenic Mountain Drive to Murree Hills

Breakfast at hotel and check-out
Scenic climb towards Murree via Murree Expressway
Arrival in Murree, hotel check-in, and relaxation
Evening stroll along Mall Road, Pindi Point, and Kashmir Point
Overnight stay in Murree

Day 5Patriata Chairlift & Cable Car Excursion

Breakfast at hotel
Excursion to Patriata (New Murree) for chairlift and cable car rides through pine forests
Enjoy mountain views and pine forest walks at the highest point of Murree hills
Return to Murree town for evening shopping and local street food on Mall Road
Overnight stay in Murree

Day 6Nathia Gali & Pipeline Track Exploration

Breakfast at hotel
Scenic drive along the Galyat ridge towards Nathia Gali
Nature walk along the famous Ayubia Pipeline Track
Visit Nathia Gali Bazaar and view the colonial-era Church and Governor House surroundings
Overnight stay in Nathia Gali / Murree

Day 7Mushkpuri Base & Galyat Leisure Day

Breakfast at hotel
Morning drive towards Dungagali and optional trek to Mushkpuri Peak base
Afternoon leisure enjoying mountain views, tea, and local pine-wood handicrafts in Nathia Gali
Evening drive back to hotel
Overnight stay in Nathia Gali / Murree

Day 8Return Drive & Drop-off to Islamabad

Breakfast at hotel and check-out
Scenic downhill drive towards Islamabad
Stop at local fruit and souvenir stalls along the Murree Expressway
Drop-off at Islamabad Airport / preferred location in Islamabad
End of tour with refreshing mountain and heritage memories

Plan notes

All travellers must carry their Original CNIC/Passport at all times for security checkpoints and hotel check-ins. Warm clothing is essential for Murree and Galyat, especially during autumn and winter months. Daily breakfast is included in the package, while lunch, dinner, chairlift tickets, park entry fees, and personal shopping are paid directly on-site. Package pricing is subject to adjustments in case of government fuel price changes.

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