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Grand Heritage Explorer

Multan

Multan 8 Days Private Tour

8 Days / 7 Nights4.7 (158 reviews)

Quick facts

Duration8 Days / 7 Nights

Best seasonOctober to March (cooler, ideal months)

LanguageEnglish, Urdu

WeatherHot & Dry Summers, Mild Winters

PickupIslamabad

THE EXPERIENCE

About this tour

Experience an ultimate 8-day grand cultural and desert heritage expedition covering Multan the ancient "City of Saints"—alongside the royal nawabi heritage of Bahawalpur, the majestic Derawar Fort in the Cholistan Desert, and the holy shrines of Uch Sharif with SaffarGuru. Travel in complete comfort in a dedicated Toyota Corolla GLi from Islamabad or Lahore at an unhurried, relaxed pace.

Discover iconic attractions including the Shrine of Shah Rukn-e-Alam, Shrine of Bahauddin Zakariya, Tomb of Shah Shams Tabrez, Multan Fort (Qilla Kohna), Blue Pottery (Kashigari) Craft Centers, Royal Noor Mahal, Derawar Fort & Cholistan Desert, and the breathtaking ancient tombs of Uch Sharif. Designed for private groups, families, and culture enthusiasts, this package offers full flexibility, private transport, and complete end-to-end travel management.

Travel in comfort

Hotel

Comfortable & handpicked hotel stays for all nights

Transport

Dedicated Toyota Corolla GLi throughout the tour (Islamabad to Islamabad).

Meals

Breakfast Included

Guide

Friendly, local driver well-versed with South Punjab heritage routes

Places you'll explore

M-4 / M-2 Motorway Route

Multan Fort (Qilla Kohna) & Damdama Viewpoint

Shrine of Hazrat Shah Rukn-e-Alam

Shrine of Hazrat Bahauddin Zakariya

Tomb of Shah Shams Tabrez

Traditional Blue Pottery (Kashigari) Workshops

Noor Mahal, Bahawalpur

Derawar Fort & Cholistan Desert

Central Library & Bahawalpur Museum

Uch Sharif Historical Shrines (Bibi Jawindi & Jalaluddin Surkh-Posh)

What's included

Accommodation in standard hotel/resort (01 Room Sharing Basis)

Daily Breakfast Included

Dedicated Private Transport (Toyota Corolla GLi)

Experienced Driver Expenses & Allowances

Fuel Expenses

Highway Toll Taxes, Parking & Service Charges

Not included

Lunch & Dinner

Personal Expenses & Shopping (Blue pottery, Sohan Halwa, handicrafts)

Entry Tickets & Local Monument Fees

Personal Insurance & Emergency Expenses

Tour itinerary

Day 1Islamabad / Lahore to Multan

Pickup from airport / preferred location in Islamabad or Lahore
Smooth highway travel via M-2 & M-4 Motorway
Refreshment stops along the motorway service areas
Arrival in Multan, hotel check-in
Evening visit to Ghanta Ghar (Clock Tower) and surrounding bazaar
Overnight stay in Multan

Day 2Multan City Heritage & Sufi Shrines Tour

Breakfast at hotel
Visit Multan Fort (Qilla Kohna) and panoramic Damdama viewpoint
Explore the world-renowned Shrine of Hazrat Shah Rukn-e-Alam (iconic blue-tiled dome)
Visit the nearby Shrine of Hazrat Bahauddin Zakariya
Afternoon visit to the Shrine of Shah Shams Tabrez
Evening stroll through Hussain Agahi Bazaar for authentic Multani Sohan Halwa and handicrafts
Overnight stay in Multan

Day 3Blue Pottery (Kashigari) Craft & Cultural Exploration

Breakfast at hotel
Morning visit to traditional Multani Blue Pottery (Kashigari) institute and artisan workshops
Live demonstration of pottery making, hand-painting, and tile glazing
Visit the Shrine of Hazrat Bibi Pak Daman and local Sufi heritage spots
Leisure time in Multan's cultural markets for handicraft shopping
Overnight stay in Multan

Day 4Multan to Bahawalpur & Royal Noor Mahal Excursion

Breakfast at hotel and check-out
Drive towards Bahawalpur city (approx. 2 hours)
Hotel check-in upon arrival
Evening visit to the magnificent Noor Mahal (illuminated palace views) and museum
Explore Farid Gate and local Bahawalpuri handicraft bazaars
Overnight stay in Bahawalpur

Day 5Excursion to Derawar Fort & Cholistan Desert

Breakfast at hotel
Excursion into the Cholistan Desert to visit the massive 9th-century Derawar Fort
Explore the 40 towering bastions of Derawar Fort and the Royal Abbasi Mosque
Leisure time in the desert dunes with optional camel safari / desert walk
Return drive to Bahawalpur for overnight stay

Day 6Bahawalpur Cultural & Architectural Tour

Breakfast at hotel
Visit Central Library Bahawalpur (Victorian architecture) and Bahawalpur Museum
Drive past Gulzar Mahal and Darbar Mahal surroundings
Afternoon leisure to explore local markets for chunri, embroidery, and clay pottery
Overnight stay in Bahawalpur

Day 7Bahawalpur to Uch Sharif Shrines & Return to Multan

Breakfast at hotel and check-out
Drive towards the historic city of Uch Sharif
Visit the breathtaking Tomb of Bibi Jawindi, Shrine of Baha'al-Halim, and Tomb of Ustad Nuriya
Explore the Shrine of Hazrat Jalaluddin Surkh-Posh Bukhari
Return drive to Multan in the evening, hotel check-in
Overnight stay in Multan

Day 8Return Drive to Islamabad / Lahore

Breakfast at hotel and check-out
Final stop at local bazaars for authentic Multani Sohan Halwa purchase
Begin return journey via M-4 Motorway
Refreshment stops along the route
Drop-off at Islamabad / Lahore Airport or preferred location
End of tour with rich cultural memories

Plan notes

All travellers must carry their Original CNIC/Passport at all times for security checkpoints and hotel check-ins. When visiting shrines and religious heritage sites, respectful and modest attire is required (head coverings recommended for ladies). Summers in Multan can be very hot, so the ideal season to undertake this tour is between October and March. Daily breakfast is included in the package, while lunch, dinner, shopping, and personal expenses are paid directly on-site. Package pricing is subject to adjustments in case of government fuel price changes.