Upper Hunza
Passu Cones
One of the most distinctive mountain silhouettes on the Karakoram Highway.
Silk Road specialistssince 1990
China → Pakistan
The Silk Road continues
Continue the Silk Road Into Pakistan
Travel from China across the legendary Khunjerab Pass and turn your border crossing into a journey through Upper Hunza, the Karakoram and northern Pakistan.
Local Silk Road specialists•Established 1990•Hunza & Islamabad
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China Is Only the Beginning of the Journey
The historic Silk Road does not stop at China’s western frontier. From Xinjiang and Tashkurgan, the road rises into the Karakoram and crosses into Pakistan through Khunjerab Pass.
On the Pakistan side, the landscape changes quickly: high plateau gives way to Sost, Passu, turquoise water, glaciers, historic settlements and the broad Hunza Valley. It is a natural continuation of the same Silk Road story — with a completely new culture on the other side of the mountains.
“Already travelling in western China? Continue south and let Pakistan become the next chapter of your Silk Road journey.”
Route threadKashgar → Tashkurgan → Khunjerab → Sost → Passu → Hunza
One road, two cultures
Your Route From China Into Pakistan
A simple overland journey that moves from Xinjiang into the high Karakoram, then descends through Upper Hunza toward Gilgit and the rest of Pakistan.
01 · ChinaKashgar / XinjiangHistoric Silk Road hub
02TashkurganHigh-altitude frontier town
03 · BorderKhunjerab PassChina–Pakistan gateway
04 · PakistanSostImmigration & customs facilities
05Passu & GojalUpper Hunza landscapes
06Attabad LakeTurquoise water & tunnels
07KarimabadHistoric heart of Hunza
08Gilgit / OnwardContinue deeper into Pakistan
Every journey can be customized around your available time, interests and onward travel plans.
The gateway between China & Pakistan
Cross the Legendary Khunjerab Pass
Khunjerab Pass connects China’s Xinjiang region with Gilgit-Baltistan through the Karakoram Highway. At high altitude, the crossing is defined by open plateau, snow peaks, immense skies and the feeling of moving between two great mountain worlds.
4,693 mofficial GB tourism elevation
First moments in Pakistan
Welcome to Upper Hunza
Within hours of entering Pakistan, the road reveals glaciers, turquoise water, dramatic peaks, historic settlements and the warm hospitality of Hunza.
First major stop
Sost
Your practical gateway into Pakistan, with immigration and customs facilities.
Adventure
Hussaini
Suspension bridge, village life and dramatic Upper Hunza scenery.
Scenic stop
Attabad Lake
A striking stop on the road toward central Hunza.
Historic Hunza
Karimabad
Heritage, mountain viewpoints and the cultural heart of the valley.
Why continue south?
One Border. A Completely New Experience.
Crossing into Pakistan changes the landscape, language and rhythm of the journey — while keeping you on the historic Silk Road.
The Karakoram Highway
Travel one of Asia’s legendary mountain roads, linking the high frontier with the valleys of northern Pakistan.
Hunza Hospitality
Meet communities shaped by centuries of exchange, trade and life in the high Karakoram.
Epic Mountain Landscapes
Glaciers, lakes, high passes, river valleys and dramatic peaks appear one after another.
Living Silk Road Culture
Food, architecture, languages, music and local life connect the journey to a much older regional story.
Photography
Strong locations for landscape, road-trip, cultural and high-altitude travel photography.
Flexible Journeys
Stay in Hunza, continue to Gilgit, or build a longer route toward Islamabad and other parts of Pakistan.
Sample itinerary
Five Days After Crossing the Border
A compact first journey through Upper Hunza and central Hunza. Shorten it, extend it, or turn it into a longer Pakistan itinerary.
Pickup and transfer arrangements should be confirmed with the team according to current border, immigration and transportation rules.
Day01
Khunjerab → Sost → Passu
Complete the Pakistan-side formalities and descend through the high Karakoram toward Upper Hunza.
Day02
Passu & Gojal
Explore the Passu area, local villages, glaciers and the distinctive landscapes of Upper Hunza.
Day03
Attabad Lake & Hussaini
Travel through the lake corridor and nearby Upper Hunza attractions, with time for photography and local stops.
Day04
Karimabad, Hunza
Discover Hunza’s heritage, historic settlements, viewpoints and local culture.
Day05
Hunza → Gilgit / Continue South
Continue deeper into Pakistan, connect with your onward route, or add more days in the north.
Travel planning
Planning Your Pakistan Entry
Keep the process simple: confirm your entry requirements first, align your border date with current operations, then build the Pakistan side of the journey around your available time.
1
Check Your Entry Requirements
Chinese ordinary-passport travellers should confirm the current Pakistan visa or travel-authorization process through official government channels before departure.
2
Plan Your Border Date & Route
Passenger access can be affected by border schedules, public holidays, high-altitude weather and temporary official closures.
3
Meet Your Local Travel Team
Once your entry arrangements are clear, Silk Road Caravan Tours can help shape the Pakistan-side itinerary around Hunza and onward travel.
Visa approval and entry decisions are made solely by the relevant government authorities. Silk Road Caravan Tours can provide travel-planning guidance but cannot guarantee visa, border or immigration approval. Requirements and border operations can change; verify them before departure.
Why Silk Road Caravan Tours
Travel the Silk Road With People Who Know It
The company has operated since 1990 and combines local experience, personalized service and specialist knowledge of Pakistan and the wider Silk Road region.
1990
Since 1990
Decades of experience creating journeys through the region.
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Based in Hunza
Local knowledge close to where the Pakistan journey begins.
1:1
Personalized Travel
Flexible planning instead of a one-size-fits-all package.
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Local Experience
Guides familiar with the roads, communities and culture.
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Silk Road Specialists
Experience across Pakistan and the wider historic Silk Road.
Photo story
The Road Changes Every Few Kilometres
High plateau, narrow valleys, orchards, snow peaks and turquoise water — the visual rhythm of the Karakoram keeps changing as you move south.
KarakoramHunzaHigh mountainsSeasonal colourUpper HunzaWho this journey suits
Is This Journey for You?
🚐Overland Travellers
🧭Silk Road Explorers
📷Photographers
⛰️Couples
👥Small Groups
🥾Adventure Travellers
Practical questions
Planning Your China–Pakistan Journey
Border and visa rules are time-sensitive. These answers are deliberately cautious and should be rechecked before every departure.
Can tourists travel from China into Pakistan through Khunjerab Pass?
Passenger travel through Khunjerab is possible when the crossing is open for passenger clearance and the traveller holds the required documents. Operations may be affected by official schedules, holidays, weather and temporary restrictions, so confirm the crossing before departure.
Do Chinese ordinary-passport travellers have visa-free entry to Pakistan?
Do not assume blanket visa-free entry. Pakistan’s visa-exemption arrangements for China differ by passport type, and ordinary-passport tourists should confirm the current e-visa or travel-authorization requirements through Pakistan’s official visa system.
Where are Pakistan-side immigration and customs handled?
Sost is the key Pakistan-side border town and hosts immigration and customs facilities for traffic using the Khunjerab route.
What is the first major stop after entering Pakistan?
Sost is the first major Pakistani settlement on the Karakoram Highway after the border route. From there, travellers continue toward Passu, Gojal and the rest of Hunza.
Can Silk Road Caravan Tours arrange my journey after the border?
The team can discuss a custom Pakistan-side itinerary, including Hunza and onward travel. Exact pickup and transfer arrangements should be confirmed in advance according to current border and transport regulations.
When is the best time to travel through Khunjerab?
Conditions at the pass are highly weather-dependent because of the altitude. Warmer months are usually easier for sightseeing and road travel, but current road and passenger-crossing status should always be checked before departure.
Can I continue from Hunza to Islamabad?
Yes. A custom route can continue through Gilgit and farther south toward Islamabad, or be extended to other destinations depending on time, road conditions and your travel plan.
Can the tour be customized for a couple or private group?
Yes. Silk Road Caravan Tours promotes personalized services, so the length, pace and destinations can be discussed around your group and available days.
Your Silk Road Journey Doesn’t Have to End in China.
Cross the mountains, enter Pakistan and discover the legendary landscapes of Hunza with a local team that has been travelling these roads for decades.
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