📅 9 Days / 8 Nights✈ + 🚗 Flight & jeep📍 From Islamabad
A journey to the Kalash valleys of Chitral for one of the world's most extraordinary living cultures. Time your visit to a Kalash festival, Chilam Joshi in spring, Uchal in summer or Chawmos in winter, and witness the music, dance and traditions of an ancient people in the shadow of the Hindukush.
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1, Arrive Islamabad
Pickup and briefing; overnight in the capital.
Day 2, Fly / drive to Chitral
Scenic flight to Chitral (weather permitting) or the road via Lowari Tunnel. Evening in Chitral town.
Day 3, Chitral to Kalash valleys
Jeep into the Kalash valleys; settle in Bumburet and meet your local Kalash guide.
Day 4, Festival day
Full day at the festival, collective dancing, singing and rituals in the village jestak-han and dancing grounds.
Day 5, Rumbur valley
Explore Rumbur, its temples, homes and terraced fields; continued festival events.
Day 6, Birir valley
Visit Birir, the quietest of the three valleys, for a gentler, more intimate side of Kalash life.
Day 7, Chitral
Return to Chitral; the Shahi Mosque, Chitral Fort exterior and the bazaar. Hindukush views.
Day 8, Return toward Islamabad
Fly / drive back toward the capital; overnight en route if by road.
Day 9, Departure
Transfer to Islamabad airport for departure.
Tour Highlights
Kalash valleys (Bumburet, Rumbur, Birir)Kalash festival celebrationsChitral town & Shahi MosqueHindukush sceneryLowari / Shandur approachTraditional Kalash villages
✅ What's Included
✓ Domestic flight / road + jeep transport
✓ Hotels & guesthouses with breakfast
✓ Licensed guide + local Kalash guide
✓ Festival access & cultural briefings
✓ Permits & registration
✓ 24/7 support
❌ Not Included
✗ International flights
✗ Lunches and dinners
✗ Tips & donations
✗ Travel insurance
Tour Information
Duration
9 Days / 8 Nights
Route
Islamabad · Chitral · Kalash Valleys
Transport
Flight / road + jeep
Departure City
Islamabad
Group Size
2 to 12 people
Best Time
May, Aug & Dec (festivals)
Physical Level
Easy to moderate
Where You'll Stay
🏨
Chitral hotels
Comfortable hotels in Chitral town with breakfast.
🏨
Kalash guesthouses
Simple, clean valley guesthouses, basic amenities in an authentic setting.
Questions About This Tour
Chilam Joshi is around mid-May, Uchal in summer (around August) and Chawmos in December. We schedule departures to match; exact dates shift yearly, so confirm with us when booking.
Yes, with guidance. We brief you on etiquette and work with local Kalash hosts so your visit is welcome and responsible.
The Chitral flight is weather-dependent; we keep a road option via the Lowari Tunnel as backup.
Cultural Festival