Signature Package6 Days / 5 NightsVerified Tour Operator
Azad Kashmir, Neelum Valley & Taobut
Untamed Neelum Valley - Remote Wooden Villages & Kishanganga River
Every Tuesday From Karachi
Every Tuesday & Friday From Islamabad
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Key Places & Highlights Covered:
LOC PointTaobutDhani WaterfallArangkelSharda
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Did you know?
Sharda Peeth was an ancient South Asian university for Sanskrit philosophy.
Arang Kel is perched high on a plateau, reached by a river cable dolly.
At Keran, the river dividing the valley is narrow enough to see across.
Tour Specifications & Logistics Details
Click any dropdown below to inspect day-by-day schedules, menus, and policies
Day 1
Karachi Departure & Islamabad Transit
Arrival in Islamabad, transfer to hotel and overnight stay.
Day 2
Islamabad to Sharda via Dhani Waterfall & Keran LOC
Drive through Murree Expressway to Muzaffarabad and Neelum Valley. Short stop at Dhani Waterfall and Keran LOC point. Night stay at Sharda.
Day 3
Full Day 4x4 Jeep Safari to Taobut Valley
Early morning transfer to 4x4 jeeps for the remote border village of Taobut. Drive through Halmat, pristine pine forests, and crystal waters of Kishanganga. Night stay at Kel / Sharda.
Day 4
Cable Car Trek to Arang Kel & Sharda Peeth
Take the cable car to explore Arang Kel meadow. Visit the 9th-century temple ruins of Sharda Peeth. Bonfire and musical evening. Night stay at Sharda.
Day 5
Scenic Return Drive to Islamabad
Breakfast at hotel, drive back through Neelum Valley and Muzaffarabad. Arrival in Islamabad and night stay.
Day 6
Departure for Karachi
Breakfast, hotel check-out, and return journey to Karachi with wonderful memories.
Included in Package
- Standard Quality Verified Hotels
- Daily Breakfast & Dinner included throughout the tour
- Air-Conditioned Transport via Executive Grand Cabin / Coaster
- Professional Mountain Driver & Fuel Charges
- All Highway Toll Taxes & Route Permits
- Two Islamabad transit night stays (for Karachi departures)
- Bonfire Night & Musical Gathering
- Certified Professional Tour Guides for Group Assistance
- Musafir Travel Souvenir / Complimentary Gift
- 24/7 Dedicated Customer Support Hotline
Not Included
- Train, Bus or Air Tickets to & from Islamabad
- Daily Lunches & Personal Snack Expenses
- Local 4x4 Jeep Charges (where private local jeeps are required)
- Entry tickets for forts, national parks & chairlifts
- Room heating, laundry & ironing charges
- Adventure sports tickets (zipline, rafting, boating)
- Extra mineral water, tea & soft drinks
- Personal medical expenses & emergency evacuation
Essential gear recommended by our tour leads for high-altitude mountain travel:
Original CNIC & Marriage Certificate Copy (for couples)
Personal Medication & Basic First-Aid essentials
Warm Clothes, Thermal Layers, Heavy Jacket & Woolen Socks
Comfortable Trekking / Walking Shoes (Grip soles)
Power Bank & Charging Cables
Sunglasses & Sunscreen (High UV in mountain passes)
Neck Pillow & Water Bottle
Personal Toiletries & Tissues
Compact Body Bag / Daypack for daily items
Raincoat / Waterproof Windcheater (Weather dependent)
Warm Gloves & Woolen Beanie / Cap
Emergency Cash in hand (ATMs in northern areas are frequently offline)
Plastic / Zipper Pouches for damp or used laundry
Child Seating & Fare Policy
| Age Bracket | Seat Arrangement & Fare |
|---|---|
| Up to 3 Years | FREE of charge (No separate seat; infant carried by parents). |
| 3 to 8 Years | Child category — 50% of package cost with a dedicated jumper / folding seat. |
| Above 8 Years | Full adult package charges apply. |
Refund & Cancellation Timeline
| Cancellation Timeline | Refund Terms |
|---|---|
| Cancellation 7 Days Before Trip | 50% Refund of total advance |
| Cancellation 5 Days Before Trip | 30% Refund of total advance |
| Cancellation Less Than 3 Days Before Departure | NO Refund |
| Leaving Trip Mid-Way | No refund if a traveler leaves the trip after departure for any personal reason. |
| Natural Disasters / Roadblocks En Route | If a trip is discontinued due to unavoidable natural circumstances, remaining amount refunded per actual calculation. |
| Cancellation by Management / Govt Restrictions | FULL 100% Refund if cancelled a day prior due to government directives or management issues. |
| Processing Timeline | Approved refunds are credited within 5 – 6 working days. |
Reservation & Payment Schedule
- Select your package & receive a free confirmed quotation.
- Provide verified member CNIC / ID details.
- 50% Advance Payment required at least 7 days before departure.
- Payment proof/receipt must be shared on Musafir Pakistan official WhatsApp (+92-336-683-2018).
- The remaining 50% payment must be cleared 1 day before departure.
- If remaining dues are not cleared, tour manager / guide will not permit boarding.
- Payments accepted via Online Bank Transfer, Cash at Karachi Head Office or Islamabad Hotel.
- EasyPaisa / JazzCash transactions carry 2% additional platform charges.
- Every traveler must carry a valid original CNIC and vaccination card. Married couples must carry a copy of their Marriage Certificate.
- Foreign travelers are NOT permitted to join northern tours without a valid No Objection Certificate (NOC) issued by the Government of Pakistan. Must be communicated prior to booking.
- Travelers must arrive at the designated pickup point at least 30 minutes before departure and report to the Tour Manager.
- Departures may experience delays due to political situations, weather conditions, or highway clearance. Travelers are requested to cooperate with patience.
- Weapons, narcotics, alcohol, or illegal substances are strictly prohibited on all Musafir Pakistan trips.
- Ethical, respectful behavior towards fellow group members, women, and locals is mandatory. Misconduct will result in immediate cancellation of participation.
- Seat selection in group vehicles is NOT allowed. Seating is managed and rotated by the Tour Guide with priority to families and senior citizens.
- Each traveler is allowed a maximum of 20 KG luggage and is responsible for managing their personal bags.
- Package prices may be revised in the rare event of major fuel price hikes by the government, even after initial reservation.
- Sightseeing points may be skipped or altered due to time management, snowfall, or local administration guidelines. Alternatives provided where possible.
