EP-022 · Edition 2026.1 · 12 Days · Karachi to Islamabad

Hindu Heritage Journey
Across Pakistan

A private cultural journey through living temples, pilgrimage landscapes, the Indus civilisation and the layered sacred heritage of Sindh and Punjab.

Duration12 days / 11 nights
Activity2 of 5
Journey stylePrivate cultural
Best seasonOctober–March
Planned departures

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DatesReferenceStatus
October–December 2026EP-022Private dates available
January–March 2027EP-022Private dates available

Dates are tailored to sacred-site access, local permissions, road conditions and international flights.

Indicative price range
USD 3,000–6,000per person; USD 6,000 generally applies to one guest

Final pricing depends on group size, rooming, accommodation and confirmed arrangements.

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Sacred landscapes and historic cities

Hingol landscape on the approach to Hinglaj Mata
Hingol National Park and the approach to Hinglaj Mata.
Archaeological ruins at Mohenjo-daro
Mohenjo-daro and the urban legacy of the Indus civilisation.
Historic architecture in Lahore
Lahore’s layered religious and architectural heritage.
Historical monuments at Makli
The UNESCO-listed necropolis of Makli near Thatta.
Journey overview

Across Pakistan’s sacred and ancient landscapes

Beginning beside the Arabian Sea and concluding beneath the Margalla Hills, this carefully paced route connects living Hindu temples, pilgrimage landscapes, cities of the Indus civilisation and the shared religious heritage of Sindh and Punjab.

Temple entry, photography and ritual participation remain governed by local custodians, worship schedules and community guidance.

KarachiHinglaj MataMakliHyderabadMohenjo-daroSukkurMultanLahoreKatas RajIslamabad
Day by day

The journey in detail

Day 1 · Arrival in Karachi

Arrival day · Airport transfer · Overnight Karachi

Meet the Experience Pakistan team at Jinnah International Airport and transfer privately to your hotel. After time to rest, receive an orientation covering the route, sacred-site etiquette, photography considerations and the communities encountered.

Day 2 · Hindu heritage of Karachi

Local exploration · Light walking · Overnight Karachi

Visit Shri Swaminarayan Mandir and, subject to access, Shri Varun Dev Temple near the Arabian Sea. Continue to the National Museum of Pakistan for archaeological and religious context, then explore selected colonial quarters and the waterfront.

Day 3 · Pilgrimage to Hinglaj Mata

Approximately 500 km return · 10–12 hours · Long driving day

Depart before sunrise along the Makran Coastal Highway through Hingol National Park to the sacred Hinglaj Mata complex. Time is allowed for worship and quiet observation before returning to Karachi. Operation depends on road, security and local access conditions.

Day 4 · Karachi to Hyderabad via Thatta and Makli

Approximately 200 km · 6–8 hours with visits

Travel to the carved Chaukhandi tombs, then explore the UNESCO-listed Historical Monuments at Makli and the tile-lined Shah Jahan Mosque before continuing to Hyderabad.

Day 5 · Hyderabad to Larkana via Sehwan

Approximately 320 km · 7–8 hours with visits

Begin with Hyderabad’s historic core, then continue to Sehwan Sharif for insight into Sindh’s inclusive devotional traditions. Follow the Indus plains north towards Larkana.

Day 6 · Mohenjo-daro and Sukkur

Approximately 130 km · 4–5 hours plus exploration

Explore Mohenjo-daro with a knowledgeable local guide, examining the citadel, lower town, street plan, wells, drainage network and Great Bath. Continue to Sukkur for an evening beside the Indus.

Day 7 · Sadh Belo and the journey to Multan

Approximately 430 km · 7–9 hours · Long driving day

Visit Sadh Belo, the Hindu temple complex on an island in the Indus, subject to permission and boat conditions. Continue across upper Sindh and southern Punjab to Multan.

Day 8 · Multan: sacred layers and the old city

Local exploration · Light to moderate walking

Discover Multan’s religious history through the old city, traditional bazaars and sacred architecture. Visit Shah Rukn-e-Alam and surviving traces of Hindu heritage where access is possible, with time for blue pottery workshops.

Day 9 · Multan to Lahore

Approximately 350 km · 5–6 hours

Drive through Punjab to Lahore. After check-in and rest, take an orientation walk through part of the historic centre, introducing the lanes and neighbourhoods explored the following day.

Day 10 · Lahore’s religious and architectural heritage

Full-day exploration · Moderate walking

Explore Lahore Fort and Shalamar Gardens, the Walled City and selected Hindu heritage locations, including Krishna Mandir when accessible. Site order is adjusted around opening hours, worship and traffic.

Day 11 · Lahore to Islamabad via Katas Raj

Approximately 420 km · 7–9 hours with visits

Travel to the Salt Range and explore the Katas Raj temple complex, centred on its sacred pool. Walk between the principal temples while learning about the site’s history and conservation, then continue to Islamabad.

Day 12 · Departure from Islamabad

Airport transfer · Journey concludes

Transfer privately to Islamabad International Airport according to your flight time. When schedules permit, a brief capital orientation can be arranged before departure.

Operating note: Sacred-site entry, photography, boat access, road and security conditions can change. The sequence may be adjusted while preserving the core heritage experience.

Interactive journey map

Follow the journey day by day.

Select a numbered marker to see each day’s route, cultural focus and overnight progression.

Road journeyLocal exploration
  1. Day 1 · Arrival in Karachi — Arrival day · Airport transfer · Overnight Karachi
  2. Day 2 · Hindu heritage of Karachi — Local exploration · Light walking · Overnight Karachi
  3. Day 3 · Pilgrimage to Hinglaj Mata — Approximately 500 km return · 10–12 hours · Long driving day
  4. Day 4 · Karachi to Hyderabad via Thatta and Makli — Approximately 200 km · 6–8 hours with visits
  5. Day 5 · Hyderabad to Larkana via Sehwan — Approximately 320 km · 7–8 hours with visits
  6. Day 6 · Mohenjo-daro and Sukkur — Approximately 130 km · 4–5 hours plus exploration
  7. Day 7 · Sadh Belo and the journey to Multan — Approximately 430 km · 7–9 hours · Long driving day
  8. Day 8 · Multan: sacred layers and the old city — Local exploration · Light to moderate walking
  9. Day 9 · Multan to Lahore — Approximately 350 km · 5–6 hours
  10. Day 10 · Lahore’s religious and architectural heritage — Full-day exploration · Moderate walking
  11. Day 11 · Lahore to Islamabad via Katas Raj — Approximately 420 km · 7–9 hours with visits
  12. Day 12 · Departure from Islamabad — Airport transfer · Journey concludes

Route lines are indicative and intended for journey planning, not field navigation. Access and operating conditions remain subject to confirmation.

Journey arrangements

What is planned and included.

Accommodation plan

Karachi3 nights
Hyderabad1 night
Larkana1 night
Sukkur1 night
Multan2 nights
Lahore2 nights
Islamabad1 night

Journey profile

  • Reference: EP-022
  • Format: Private, tailor-made journey
  • Walking: Light to moderate site exploration
  • Best season: October to March
  • Access: Subject to custodians and local permission
Services and practical details

Clear arrangements from the beginning.

Services Included

  • 11 nights’ twin-sharing accommodation
  • Daily breakfast
  • Private air-conditioned transport and fuel
  • Karachi and Islamabad airport transfers
  • Experienced English-speaking guide or guide-driver
  • Listed entrance fees and local guiding where arranged
  • Bottled water and visa-support documentation

Services Not Included

  • International or domestic airfare unless confirmed
  • Pakistan visa fee and insurance
  • Lunch, dinner and beverages
  • Personal expenses and gratuities
  • Optional activities, camera fees or special donations
  • Disruption costs beyond operational control

Respectful access

Modest dress, removal of footwear where requested, restrained photography and respect for worshippers are essential. Specific temple access cannot be guaranteed in advance; suitable alternatives will be offered when necessary.

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