General
Undiscovered Southern Pakistan (2024-25) – 12 Days
Undiscovered Southern Pakistan, The Indus Valley and Sufi Pakistan offer a completely different experience than our other Pakistan offers. This incredible voyage takes you from Karachi’s streets to the heart of Punjab, passing through Sufi tombs and desert fortifications, bustling bazaars, and vibrant cities. This fantastic adventure takes you from the streets of Karachi deep into Punjab and includes everything from Sufi graves and desert fortifications to bustling bazaars and vibrant cities.
In addition to this signature holiday, we also offer other signature adventures detailed in the table below.
Pakistan Signature Tours | Price (USD) |
Sikh Pilgrimages - (10 days) | US$3,300 |
Trek Pakistan's Karakoram Mountains (Nangma Valley) - (10 days) | US$3,200 |
Southern Pakistan: Journey Through The Indus Valley - (12 days) | US$3,100 |
Pakistan: Under a Pagan Moon (Kalash Valley) - (12 days) | US$3,100 |
Undiscovered Southern Pakistan - (12 days) | US$3,100 |
Walking in Pakistan: Roof Of The World (Hushe/Thalle) - (14 days) | US$3,300 |
Pakistan Expedition - (15 days) | US$3,700 |
Pakistan: Hindu Kush Adventure - (15 days) | US$3,700 |
Pakistan: Summer Mountain Explorer - (21 days) | US$4,600 |
Complete Northern Pakistan - (23 days) | US$5,800 |
LAHORE CITY TOURS (Day Trips & Multi Day Guided Tours) | - |
KARACHI CITY TOURS (Day Trips & Multi Day Guided Tours) | - |
ISLAMABAD CITY TOURS (Day Trips & Multi Day Guided Tours) | - |
PESHAWAR CITY TOURS (Day Trips & Multi Day Guided Tours) | - |
SWAT VALLEY TOURS (Multi Day Guided Tours) | - |
Pakistan Tour Packages from Islamabad (Multi Day Trips) | - |
Pakistan Signature Tours | Price (USD) |
Dates & Cost – Undiscovered Southern Pakistan – (12 Days)
All seasons are considered good for the Southern Region of Pakistan. Considering the flow of tourists and demand for Undiscovered Southern Pakistan, we carefully choose our dates for this tour. The start and end dates in the table below are your dates of arrival and departure from Pakistan. We have at least 2 guaranteed departures every year. Our dates and costs for Undiscovered Southern Pakistan are given below.
Start Dates | End Dates | Price (USD) | Availability | Deposit | Registration |
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25-May-2026 | 05-Jun-2026 | US$ 3,100 | Limited Space | US$ 260 | BOOK NOW |
27-Sep-2026 | 08-Oct-2026 | US$ 3,100 | Available | US$ 260 | BOOK NOW |
Start Dates | End Dates | Price (USD) | Availability | Deposit | Registration |
Holiday Information
Foreign travelers (non-Pakistani)
- Implementation of Covid SOPs/Guidelines & Complimentary Safety Pack (sanitizer, 1 mask & glove per day)
- Licensed professional guide (government requirement)
- Airport transfer on the first and last day in Karachi/Lahore
- All domestic road transfers
- All hotel accommodations (twin-sharing rooms)
- All hotel meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner)
- Support staff (assistant(s) etc)
Domestic travelers (Pakistani Nationals)
- Licensed professional guide
- Road transport
- Hotel accommodation according to itinerary
- Hotel meals according to itinerary
- Support staff (assistant(s) etc – according to need)
Foreign travelers (non-Pakistani)
- Travel Insurance (recommendations only)
- Visa to Pakistan (supporting documents will be offered)
- International airfare
- Personal equipment (clothes, boots, etc)
- Tips for guides, porters, staff, etc
- Miscellaneous (drinks, phone calls, laundry, souvenirs, etc.)
Domestic travelers (Pakistani Nationals)
- Airport transfers in Karachi/Lahore (can be arranged – additional charges)
- Travel insurance (recommendations can be requested)
- Visa to Pakistan (not required)
- International airfare for overseas Pakistani
- Personal equipment (warm clothes, boots, etc)
- Tips for guides, porters, staff, etc
- Miscellaneous (drinks, phone calls, laundry, souvenirs, etc.)
Highlights – Undiscovered Southern Pakistan
Undiscovered Southern Pakistan has a lot to offer. Given below are the main highlights of Undiscovered Southern Pakistan
- Explore Karachi
- Visit Karachi and it's Top Landmarks
- Visit Famous Shrine, Clifton Beach
- National Museum, Muhammad Ali Jinnah Mausoleum
- UNESCO World Heritage Site of Makli Hill
- Explore Bahawalpur and visit the famous Places
- See the Famous Sufi Shrines in Multan and Bahawalpur
- Explore Mohenjo-Daro
- Explore Hyderabad and it's top Landmarks
- See Famous Sufi Shrines, Lal Shahbaz Qalandar, and Abdul Latif Bhittai in Larkana
- Visit the archaeological and historical landmark of Kot Diji Fort
- Sightseeing in Lahore
- Enjoy Pakistani cuisine
- Visit Historical UNESCO-listed Badshahi Mosque Lahore
- Visit Lahore and it's Top Landmarks
- Experience the rich culture and history of Lahore
- Explore Lahore Museum, Lahore Fort
- Shrines and Mosques, Wagah Border
- Make new friends
- Discounted culture travel
Itinerary – Undiscovered Southern Pakistan
The itinerary for our holiday is given below.
Day 02: Drive to Hyderabad
After breakfast this morning, you'll leave Karachi and continue your journey to Hyderabad. The route passes via the Shah Jahan Mosque in Thatta, which was constructed during the height of Mughal architecture, and the Makli Hill World Heritage Site, which is home to one of the biggest necropolises in the entire world.
Day 03: Drive to Larkana
The journey from Hyderabad to the ancient city of Larkana continues via the northwestern parts of Sindh province. Before continuing on to your overnight stop in Larkana, on the banks of the River Indus, stops along the way at the shrines of the renowned Sufi saints of Lal Shabaz Qalander and Abdul Latif Bhittai give you the chance to learn more about these acclaimed mystics, philosophers, and poets.
Day 04: Explore Larkana and Drive to Sukkur
One of the biggest and oldest Indus Valley Civilization villages is located at Larkana. As early as the 19th century BC, the Mohenjo-daro (Mound of the Dead) site was abandoned. Before continuing the journey to Sukkur, you can explore the Mohenjo-daro Museum, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This evening, if time permits, there might be an opportunity to visit the neighborhood market upon arrival.
Day 05: Drive to Bahawalpur
Bahawalpur, which was formerly a part of an independent princely state established in 1802 by Nawab Mohammad Bahawal Khan II, is reached after a full day of driving. The city of Uch Sharif, which is located near the confluence of the Indus and Chenab Rivers, is visible from the road. It is thought that Alexander the Great founded Uch Sharif around 325 BC. You continue your journey to Bahawalpur from here.
Day 06: Explore Bahawalpur
This morning, after breakfast, you will travel into the desolate regions of the Cholistan Desert to explore the impressive backdrop of Derawar Fort. The Rajput Bhati castle, with its 40 towering bastions that rise over 30 meters tall, rules the surrounding desert. Before spending a second night in Bahawalpur, see the fort and the Bahawalpur Nawabs' regal tombs.
Day 07: Explore Bahawalpur and Drive to Multan
Today's trip to Bahawalpur in the morning offers the chance to learn a little bit about its historical and cultural features, such as the Noor Mahal and the Farid Gate with its active local market. After the visit, you'll leave the city and continue towards Multan, which is situated along the banks of the Chenab River.
Day 08: Explore Multan
Because of the enormous number of Sufi shrines that are dispersed across the city, Multan (Madinat-ul-Auliya) is also known as the City of the Saints or the City of the Sufis. The shrines of Shah Rukn-i-Alam, BhahuddinZikria, and Shams Tabraz are among the sights you will see today. Additionally, you'll have a chance to spend some time strolling through the Old Bazaar.
Day 09: Drive to Lahore
Driving to Lahore, the largest Punjabi city in the world, from Multan brings you to the Punjab capital next. When you make a pit stop at the well-known archaeological site of Harappa, you'll have the chance to see the remains of a walled city from the Bronze Age that dates back to 2600 BC. Lahore will be reached later today.
Day 10: Explore Lahore
You can now tour Lahore, which served as the historical centre of the Moghul and Sikh empires as well as a key location for British administration in the Punjab. Your journey today will visit the stunning collection of antiquities and national history on exhibit at the Lahore Museum, the spectacular Badshahi Mosque constructed from red sandstone, and the nearby Lahore Fort, which is home to a remarkable array of cultural and historical treasures. This afternoon, visit the walled city of Lahore to observe the commotion of daily life there. You may explore the stunning, recently restored Shahi Hammam and the Wazir Khan Mosque by strolling through the bustling bazaar.
Day 11: Explore Lahore
One of the premier locations for Mughal architecture is Lahore. Lahore continues to rank highly on the list of Pakistan's must-see attractions thanks to its beautiful Islamic buildings, breathtaking traces of the British era of control, chaotic old city bazaar, and modern status, including the UNESCO World Heritage sites of the Jahangir Tomb and Shalimar Garden. Drive over to the Wagah border this afternoon to join the patriotic crowds in witnessing the amazing—and incredibly odd—Wagah Border Ceremony.
Day 12: Fly to home country
In time for your next trip, you will be transported to the airport.
Why Register Now?
1. Early Bird Discount: The given prices for the holiday are limited-time discount offers and are subject to change. Service providers including (but not limited) to airlines and hotels increase prices in peak-season. Early reservations cost less than peak-season.
2: Limited Space in Peak Months: The peak months in the peak season attract the highest number of international guests and are therefore sold out earlier. Due to our revised Covid-19 guidelines, we have restricted our group size to a maximum of 12 travelers. We are taking registrations on a "first-come, first-served" basis.
3. Pay Balance after arrival in Pakistan: In these unusual times, we appreciate that paying the final balance for your trip may cause concern. Our policy is to only receive your final balance once you arrive in Pakistan. The only payment before arrival is the deposit.
4. Deposit valid for 3 years: We understand the uncertainty surrounding the pandemic (Covid-19). As part of our relaxed booking conditions following Covid-19, deposits are valid for 3 years.
5. Pay Minimum Deposit: The deposits for the holiday are also early-bird discounts and automatically change accordingly:
- 1st October: USD 110
- 1st November: USD 150
- 1st January: USD 180
- 1st March: USD 260
- 1st May: USD 340
Note: The same dates above apply to next season's deposits.
Deposit (Advance) for Pakistani nationals
The deposit for Pakistani nationals is PKR 40,000 or 30% of the total price, whichever is greater. The deposit is non-refundable but valid for 3 years according to our relaxed booking conditions following Covid-19.
Refund Policy for All
Deposit: Once paid, the deposit is non-refundable (but valid for 3 years) as it will be spent on making in-country arrangements. In the case of visa rejection, a refund/partial-refund (if costs incurred) will be considered. In such cases, a valid proof of visa rejection must be submitted to our office within 72 hours of rejection. For Pakistan nationals, the deposit is non-refundable (but valid for 3 years) in all cases.
Balance: Pay the balance only after arrival in Pakistan on the first day. Payment guidelines will be shared timely.
Currency
All international travelers can pay in US Dollars (USD) or equivalent in Euros (EUR) or Pound Sterling (GBP). Pakistani travelers are charged the equivalent in Pakistani Rupees (PKR).
Single Supplement
Separate accommodation (single supplement) will cost an additional USD 523. This includes all nights. This payment should be made with the balance upon arrival in Pakistan.
Apricot Tours' Social Responsibility |
1 foreign trekker = 5 trees |
Apricot Tours will plant five trees for every foreign trekker who visits Pakistan for trekking to Nanga Parbat. The trees will be planted in the northern areas of Pakistan starting from 2019 as part of our CSR initiative. We aim to contribute to "Goal 13: Climate Action" of UN's Sustainable Development Goals by taking part in the massive government campaign to plant 10 billion trees during the next five years to tackle climate change. Pakistan's adverse climate impacts are very much visible through changing temperatures, prolonged droughts, increased floods and extreme weather conditions especially in Pakistan's mountain regions. Pakistan stands 7th on the list of countries that are mostly likely to be affected by global warming and has one of the highest deforestation rates in Asia. Decades of tree felling have reduced the country's forests to less than 3 percent of its total land area. How planting trees will make a difference? Planting trees will help save energy and money, cool our cities, reduce carbon emissions, reduce soil erosion, provide habitat for species of many kinds, provide clean water and add to the beauty of Pakistan's mountain region by simply being there. Our participants can also donate separately. Details on this initiative can be requested. |
Overview – Undiscovered Southern Pakistan
You’ll have the chance to tour Karachi, one of Pakistan’s most fascinating and historic cities, before traveling through a region that is home to stunning Sufi mausoleums and World Heritage-listed ruins. You will see the Mohenjo-daro World Heritage Site, the tombs of some of the nation’s most respected mystics and poets, and the towering stronghold of Derawar in Cholistan’s deserts. Before arriving in Lahore, Punjab’s cultural center, discover Multan’s renowned City of the Sufis. You will spend the day discovering the historical and spiritual relics of the Moghul, Sikh, and British Empires here, among the bustle and clamor of one of the country’s most lively towns.
We have a special place in our hearts for Pakistan and for good reason. We have been operating trips here for more than 20 years, so we are familiar with the political complexities of visiting this fascinating country. By utilizing this unmatched depth of knowledge, we are confident in offering the most creative and authentic trips to the area while utilizing the best guides, transportation, and lodging.
Website Last Updated: October 29th, 2024