Pakistani Treasures: Discovering the World Heritage and Archaeological Sites of Pakistan is a fascinating journey through the rich cultural and historical heritage of Pakistan. The country is home to a wealth of archaeological sites, ranging from ancient cities and forts to stunning monuments and religious sites.
The book highlights some of the most prominent and well-preserved sites in Pakistan treasures, such as the ruins of the Indus Valley Civilization at Mohenjo-daro and Harappa, the stunning Buddhist monasteries and stupas in Taxila, and the grand Mughal-era forts and palaces in Lahore.
In addition to showcasing these remarkable sites, the book also delves into the history and culture of Pakistan, providing context and insights into the significance of these treasures. It also celebrates the efforts of the Pakistani government and international organizations to preserve and protect these sites for future generations.
Overall, Pakistani Treasures offers a captivating glimpse into the rich cultural heritage of Pakistan, and is a must-read for anyone interested in history, archaeology, or world heritage.
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Day 01: Islamabad
Arrival at Islamabad airport, meet, assist and transfer to the hotel.
PM city sightseeing of Islamabad.
Overnight at the hotel.
(Breakfast only)
Day 02: Islamabad – Taxila – Swat
Breakfast at the hotel and drive to Swat en route visiting Taxila.
Arrive at Swat and transfer to the hotel.
Overnight at the hotel.
(Breakfast only)
Day 03: Swat – Madyan / Behrain – Swat
Breakfast at the hotel. AM Visit Jahanabad and Madyan/ Bahrain.
PM visit Butkara/ Saidu stupas/ Museum and Bazzar.
Then you will visit Mingora Bazaar, which is the commercial center well – worth visiting, for there you will find emeralds for which Swat is famous. Then continue to Murghazar here you will behold the old white palace constructed from white marble and adorned with ornate carvings.
The Museum in Saidu Sharif has a large collection of Gandharan sculptures collected from some of the buddhist sites in Swat.In the ethnographic section there is some local embroidery, carved wood and tribal jewelry. There are also a few coins on display.
Overnight at the hotel.
(Breakfast only)
Day 04: Swat – Nimogram / Udegram – Swat
Breakfast at the hotel. AM Visit Nimogram.
PM visit Udigram.
Overnight at the hotel.
(Breakfast only)
Day 05: Swat – Takht-bai – Peshawar
Breakfast at the hotel and proceed to Peshawar en route visiting Takhtbai.
Arrival and transfer to the hotel.
Overnight at the hotel.
(Breakfast only)
Day 06: Peshawar – Lahore
Breakfast at the hotel. AM city sightseeing tour of Peshawar.
PM transfer to the airport for your flight to Lahore.
Arrival and transfer to the hotel.
Overnight at the hotel
(Breakfast only)
Day 07: Lahore
Breakfast at the hotel. Full day city sightseeing tour of Lahore.
We will drive to the National Museum which contains one of the finest collections of Buddhist Art from the Gandhara period.Here one is able to view the original Fasting Buddha statue. In front of the museum is the Zam – Zama, the gun immortalized by
Rudyard Kipling and the campus of the Punjab University. We will also visit the Town Hall, a yellow building with bulbous silver domes.
Overnight at the hotel.
(Breakfast only)
Day 08: Lahore – Harappa – Multan
Breakfast at the hotel and drive to Multan en route visiting Harappa.
Continue drive to Multan.
Arrival and transfer to the hotel.
Overnight at the hotel.
(Breakfast only)
Day 09: Multan – Karachi
After breakfast half day city tour of Multan.
Visit the old Fort, Shrine of Hazrat Rukne Alam, and the colorful Bazaar full of local handicrafts.
PM transfer to airport for your flight to Karachi.
Arrival and transfer to the hotel.
Overnight at the hotel.
(Breakfast only)
Day 10: Karachi – Thatta – Karachi
Breakfast at the hotel. Proceed for full day Thatta excursion.
Drive back to Karachi
Overnight at the hotel.
(Breakfast only)
Day 11: Karachi – Mohenjodaro – Karachi
After breakfast proceed for full day Moenjodaro Excursion.
In the evening fly back to Karachi. Upon arrival transfer to hotel.
Overnight at the hotel.
(Breakfast & Dinner)
Day 12: Karachi
Breakfast at the hotel and transfer to airport for home bound flight.
(Breakfast only)
Pakistani Treasures: Discovering the World Heritage and Archaeological Sites of Pakistan is a fascinating journey through the rich cultural and historical heritage of Pakistan. The country is home to a wealth of archaeological sites, ranging from ancient cities and forts to stunning monuments and religious sites.
The book highlights some of the most prominent and well-preserved sites in Pakistan treasures, such as the ruins of the Indus Valley Civilization at Mohenjo-daro and Harappa, the stunning Buddhist monasteries and stupas in Taxila, and the grand Mughal-era forts and palaces in Lahore.
In addition to showcasing these remarkable sites, the book also delves into the history and culture of Pakistan, providing context and insights into the significance of these treasures. It also celebrates the efforts of the Pakistani government and international organizations to preserve and protect these sites for future generations.
Overall, Pakistani Treasures offers a captivating glimpse into the rich cultural heritage of Pakistan, and is a must-read for anyone interested in history, archaeology, or world heritage.
Top of Form
Bottom of Form
Day 01: Islamabad
Arrival at Islamabad airport, meet, assist and transfer to the hotel.
PM city sightseeing of Islamabad.
Overnight at the hotel.
(Breakfast only)
Day 02: Islamabad – Taxila – Swat
Breakfast at the hotel and drive to Swat en route visiting Taxila.
Arrive at Swat and transfer to the hotel.
Overnight at the hotel.
(Breakfast only)
Day 03: Swat – Madyan / Behrain – Swat
Breakfast at the hotel. AM Visit Jahanabad and Madyan/ Bahrain.
PM visit Butkara/ Saidu stupas/ Museum and Bazzar.
Then you will visit Mingora Bazaar, which is the commercial center well – worth visiting, for there you will find emeralds for which Swat is famous. Then continue to Murghazar here you will behold the old white palace constructed from white marble and adorned with ornate carvings.
The Museum in Saidu Sharif has a large collection of Gandharan sculptures collected from some of the buddhist sites in Swat.In the ethnographic section there is some local embroidery, carved wood and tribal jewelry. There are also a few coins on display.
Overnight at the hotel.
(Breakfast only)
Day 04: Swat – Nimogram / Udegram – Swat
Breakfast at the hotel. AM Visit Nimogram.
PM visit Udigram.
Overnight at the hotel.
(Breakfast only)
Day 05: Swat – Takht-bai – Peshawar
Breakfast at the hotel and proceed to Peshawar en route visiting Takhtbai.
Arrival and transfer to the hotel.
Overnight at the hotel.
(Breakfast only)
Day 06: Peshawar – Lahore
Breakfast at the hotel. AM city sightseeing tour of Peshawar.
PM transfer to the airport for your flight to Lahore.
Arrival and transfer to the hotel.
Overnight at the hotel
(Breakfast only)
Day 07: Lahore
Breakfast at the hotel. Full day city sightseeing tour of Lahore.
We will drive to the National Museum which contains one of the finest collections of Buddhist Art from the Gandhara period.Here one is able to view the original Fasting Buddha statue. In front of the museum is the Zam – Zama, the gun immortalized by
Rudyard Kipling and the campus of the Punjab University. We will also visit the Town Hall, a yellow building with bulbous silver domes.
Overnight at the hotel.
(Breakfast only)
Day 08: Lahore – Harappa – Multan
Breakfast at the hotel and drive to Multan en route visiting Harappa.
Continue drive to Multan.
Arrival and transfer to the hotel.
Overnight at the hotel.
(Breakfast only)
Day 09: Multan – Karachi
After breakfast half day city tour of Multan.
Visit the old Fort, Shrine of Hazrat Rukne Alam, and the colorful Bazaar full of local handicrafts.
PM transfer to airport for your flight to Karachi.
Arrival and transfer to the hotel.
Overnight at the hotel.
(Breakfast only)
Day 10: Karachi – Thatta – Karachi
Breakfast at the hotel. Proceed for full day Thatta excursion.
Drive back to Karachi
Overnight at the hotel.
(Breakfast only)
Day 11: Karachi – Mohenjodaro – Karachi
After breakfast proceed for full day Moenjodaro Excursion.
In the evening fly back to Karachi. Upon arrival transfer to hotel.
Overnight at the hotel.
(Breakfast & Dinner)
Day 12: Karachi
Breakfast at the hotel and transfer to airport for home bound flight.
(Breakfast only)