Experience the vibrant Chilam Joshi Festival in the Kalash Valley in Chitral and immerse yourself in the Kalasha culture with Alpas Travels.

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Itineraries

Day 1

Karachi to Islamabad

Departure from Karachi via Bus or Train.

Day 2

Arrival in Islamabad

Arrival in Islamabad⁣⁣⁣⁣. Travel to the hotel/guesthouse via own conveyance (Careem/InDrive)⁣⁣⁣⁣. Short stay at hotel/guesthouse in Islamabad.⁣⁣⁣⁣

Day 3

Islamabad to Kalash Valley

Departure from Islamabad for Kalash Valley early morning. We will stop near Dir for lunch in between. On your way to Kalash, you will travel through Lower Dir, Upper Dir, Lowari Tunnel, passing by Ayun and then reach Kalash Valley in local transport from Ayun. We will arrive by evening. Dinner and night stay at local guesthouse in Bumburet, Kalash.

Day 4

Visit Rumbur for the Festival Celebrations

Breakfast at the guesthouse followed by a visit to the Rumbur Valley to see the Chilam Joshi festivities. Return to Bumburet. Dinner and night stay at local guesthouse in Bumburet, Kalash.

Day 5

Chilam Joshi Celebrations in Bumburet

Breakfast at the guesthouse followed by a visit to the Kalasha graveyard and Kalasha Dur Museum (ticket not included in the package). Join the cultural activities at Chilam Joshi Festival. Participate and dance to the tunes of Kalasha music. Dinner and night stay at local guesthouse in Bumburet, Kalash.

Day 6

Day Tour of Qaqlasht OR Garam Chashma

Breakfast at the hotel and head towards Chitral town. We will go for a half-day tour to the Qaqlasht Meadows which overlooks the town of Booni and offers panoramic views of Hindukush mountains.

OR

Visit the Garam Chashma Valley and Shehrisham Markhor View Point. Dinner and night stay at hotel in Chitral.⁣

Day 7

Chitral to Islamabad

fter breakfast, we will visit the Chitral Fort and the Shahi Masjid. We will then depart for Islamabad and arrive at night.
⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣* End of Services for Islamabad participants⁣
For the passengers joining from Karachi they will be given accommodation in Islamabad after reaching Islamabad. Dinner of this night is not included in the package.

Day 8

Islamabad to Karachi

Departure for Karachi via Executive class bus service or train⁣⁣⁣⁣. Reach the train station or bus terminal on your own.

Day 9

Arrival in Karachi

Arrival in Karachi. Trip ends for participants from Karachi.⁣⁣⁣

•⁠ ⁠3 Nights in a guesthouse in Bumburet (4 Pax Sharing - 2 Beds 2 Mattress)
•⁠ ⁠1 Night in a hotel in Chitral (3-4 Pax sharing - 2 Beds + Mattress)
•⁠ ⁠2 Nights for Karachiites in Islamabad (3 Pax sharing - 2 Beds 1 Mattress)
•⁠ ⁠AC Transport - Toyota Grand Cabin or Coaster
•⁠ ⁠Local Transport for Kalash Valley from Ayun
•⁠ ⁠Breakfast & Dinner
•⁠ ⁠Tour guide
•⁠ ⁠Bonfire
•⁠ ⁠First Aid

•⁠ Bus or Train or Air Tickets
•⁠ Lunch or Snacks
•⁠ Meals during transit
•⁠ Tickets for extra activities such as Zipline, Boating, Jetski, Chairlift etc.
•⁠ Entrance fee for any Fort, Museum, Resort or National Park etc.
•⁠ An extra expense due to landslides or road closure or force majeure.
•⁠ Tips made to the driver or tour guide (at your own choice at the end of trip)

Confirmation & Payment:

•⁠ At least 50% or above at the time of registration ⁣only then booking confirmation will be given.⁣⁣⁣

•⁠ The remaining amount shall be cleared 1 day before the departure of the trip.

•⁠ All payments must be cleared before departure to Islamabad; otherwise, the departure details will not be shared.

•⁠ To secure your slots on the trip, it is advised to confirm your booking at least one week prior.⁣

Method One: Full payment via cheque or cash Deposit at the Alpas Travels Office
Method Two: Online Bank Transfer at the following account⁣⁣⁣⁣:

Bank Name: Faysal Bank Limited
Title: Alpas Travels (Private) Limited
Account Number: 0173-007000004355
IBAN: PK77 FAYS 0173 0070 0000 4355
SWIFT CODE: FAYSPKKA

•⁠ Minimum booking requirement is 10-12 to execute the trip.⁣⁣⁣⁣

•⁠ Alpas Travels reserve all the rights to reschedule or change event timings due to city and weather conditions.⁣⁣⁣⁣

•⁠ If trip is called off by Alpas Travels due to low registration, city or climate condition, the registered members who have paid will be entitled to a 100% refund or transfer amount to the next trip.

•⁠ All payments must be cleared before departure to Islamabad; otherwise, the departure details will not be shared.

•⁠ All the members should reach the pick-up point an hour before the scheduled time.⁣⁣⁣⁣

•⁠ Seat arrangements during the trip are on a first-come, first-served basis and cannot be reserved in advance. Alpas Travels does not designate specific front or back seats in the Coaster or Grand Cabin. We kindly ask all travellers to cooperate with fellow members and tour guides, keeping in mind the comfort of elderly passengers if they are part of your group. Seat swaps can be arranged through mutual understanding among travellers.

•⁠ Penalty will be charged in case of any damage to the property of Alpas Travels.⁣⁣⁣⁣

•⁠ If any destination in the itinerary (other than those previously mentioned) is inaccessible, the guide will consult with the group and decide on an alternative route for the day.

•⁠ Alpas Travels reserve the rights to cancel an individual’s trip due to unethical behaviour with the fellow members, caught carrying illegal drugs or alcohol.⁣⁣⁣⁣

•⁠ Alpas Travels will not be held responsible for any personal injury or accident.⁣⁣⁣⁣

•⁠ Alpas Travels is not responsible for any loss/damage of your personal belongings.⁣⁣⁣⁣

•⁠ Any type of illegal drugs or alcoholic substances and weaponry is strictly prohibited.⁣⁣⁣⁣

•⁠ No refund will be made in case of natural disasters or any unexpected circumstances beyond human control.⁣⁣⁣⁣

•⁠ In the event of a natural disaster or landslide, any additional expenses will be the responsibility of the client.

•⁠ Any hike in fuel price before the start of trip will lead to additional charges in the package price.

•⁠ Alpas Travels reserves all the rights to amend Terms & Conditions without prior notice.⁣⁣⁣⁣