Neelum Valley 8 Days Private Tour
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Neelum Valley

Neelum Valley 8 Days Private Tour

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

Our most complete Neelum Valley journey covering every major highlight of the valley at an unhurried pace, with a dedicated full excursion to Ratti Gali Lake included as a core part of the itinerary rather than an optional add-on.

From the waterfalls of Muzaffarabad to the remote village of Taobat, the trek to Arang Kel, the panoramic views from Pir Chinasi, and camping under the stars at Ratti Gali base camp, this package is built for travellers who want to experience the valley in full depth.

Travel in comfort

Hotel

Comfortable & handpicked hotel stays for all nights.

Transport

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

Meals

Not Included


Guide

Friendly, local driver well-versed with mountain routes.

Places you'll explore

Neelum Valley
Kashmir Keran
Kutton
Shardha
Arang Kel
Peerchanasi

What's included

Accommodation in Hotel

Experienced Driver-cum-Guide

Sightseeing as per Itinerary

Toll Tax, Parking & Fuel Allowances

Transport (Islamabad to Azad Kashmir & back)

Dedicated Toyota Corolla GLi throughout the tour

Not included

Personal Expenses

Laundry, Beverages & Phone Calls

Entrance Tickets / Activity Charges

Personal Insurance

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner - unless specified

Entry tickets for parks

Entry tickets for fortresses, or boating

jeep charges

extra room orders

Medical emergency costs

Tour itinerary

Day 1Islamabad to Peerchanasi
  • Early morning departure from Islamabad.

  • Travel along Kashmir Highway to Muzaffarabad.

  • Drive up to Pirchanasi top.

  • Sightseeing and photography at Pirchanasi shrine area.

  • Drive back down for overnight stay in Muzaffarabad.

Day 2Muzaffarabad to Kutton Valley
  • Breakfast at hotel and drive into Neelum Valley.

  • Arrive at Kutton village area.

  • Spend time around Kutton Waterfall and hydro-project streams.

  • Enjoy local lunch and photography in Kutton.

  • Check-in and overnight stay in Kutton.

Day 3Kutton to Kashmir Keran
  • Breakfast in Kutton and short drive to Kashmir Keran.

  • Check-in at Keran hotel right along the river.

  • Visit Keran viewpoint facing Indian Kashmir across the water.

  • Afternoon walk through local Keran pine woods.

  • Relaxing night stay in Keran.

Day 4Keran to Shardha
  • Breakfast at Keran hotel and departure for Shardha.

  • Travel along riverside roads deeper in Neelum Valley.

  • Reach Shardha and check-in to hotel.

  • Visit ancient Shardha Peeth ruins and local sights.

  • Evening tea by the river and overnight stay in Shardha.

Day 5Shardha to Arang Kel (Night Stay in Arang Kel)
  • Breakfast in Shardha and drive to Kel.

  • Take the Doli cable car across the Neelum River.

  • Trek up to Arang Kel village top.

  • Explore lush meadows, pine forests, and wooden architecture.

  • Check-in and overnight stay at Arang Kel (wooden lodge/hotel).

Day 6Arang Kel to Shardha
  • Enjoy sunrise and morning breakfast in Arang Kel.

  • Leisure time in Arang Kel meadows for photography.

  • Trek down from Arang Kel back to Kel town.

  • Drive back from Kel to Shardha.

  • Check-in and overnight stay in Shardha.

Day 7Shardha to Keran / Kutton
  • Breakfast at Shardha hotel and check-out.

  • Drive back down the scenic Neelum Valley road.

  • Stop at roadside spots for riverside photography.

  • Arrive back in Keran (or Kutton area).

  • Final night stay in Keran/Kutton.

Day 8Return Journey to Islamabad
  • Breakfast at hotel and check-out.

  • Departure for Islamabad.

  • Stop at Muzaffarabad for lunch / tea break.

  • Drive along Murree Expressway.

  • Reach Islamabad with unforgettable memories.

Plan notes

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Location

Neelum ValleyAzad Jammu & Kashmir, Pakistan

Traveller reviews

Adeel KhanLahore, Pakistan★★★★★

<p>Arang Kel felt like a different world the chairlift ride up is an experience in itself.</p>

Sara AhmedKarachi, Pakistan★★★★★

Sharda and Ratti Gali Lake were the highlights, though the trek to the lake is no joke.

Bilal HussainIslamabad, Pakistan★★★★

So much quieter than Naran or Swat. Loved the pine forest drive along the river.

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