Land of the Giants (BARF) 2025

Explore Islamabad, visit the famous Faisal Mosque, eat at a local joint, do some last minute shopping before we venture out into the mountains.

On your second day in Pakistan, we kick off our adventure with an early morning flight from Islamabad to the mesmerising city of Skardu. Upon arrival, we’ll meet our bikes and gear up for a shake-down ride.

We begin the ride by crossing the second highest plateau in the world, Deosai Plains, also known as the Land of the Giants, is a high-altitude alpine plain with an average elevation of over 13,500Ft. above sea level. We will ride to Sheosar Lake and experience a magical night under the stars at our glampsite in Deosai.

We begin our descent from the awe-inspiring Deosai Plains back to Skardu, riding through rugged terrains that offer spectacular views of towering peaks and sweeping valleys. Once we reach Skardu, we transition onto a newly built tarmac road, a significant upgrade from the previous route. This well-paved route not only saves time but also offers a smooth ride with breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains, winding along the banks of the roaring Indus River and through picturesque valleys.

Today, we make our way to the legendary Hunza Valley, with an exciting detour that promises a sensory explosion. Get ready for this jaw-dropping surprise! We guarantee you'll be amazed by the breathtaking scenery and hidden gems that await you.

An exhilarating ride up Karakorum highway to the Pakistan/China Border 15,400ft above sea level is a real treat to experience on two-wheels. You might also get lucky and see the super rare Markhor, Ibex or even the snow leopard.

Shimshal stands as one of the most remote and exhilarating valleys in the Gilgit-Baltistan province, and this leg of the journey is undoubtedly the riding highlight of our tour. Riders will embark on a thrilling adventure from Hunza to Shimshal Valley, navigating challenging terrains that will test their skills and spirit. Upon arrival in Shimshal, you'll get to interact with the incredible local women and possibly join in a football game with the local girls' football team, adding a truly memorable cultural experience to your adventure.

We will retrace our route from Shimshal back to the stunning Hunza Valley. En-route, we'll indulge in a delicious lunch at the famous Yak Grill.

Hunza has a lot to offer, one of the most vibrant bazaars in GB has to be the Karimabad Bazaar. From old ancient jewels, to hand made handicrafts, silk carpets and clothes.. Karimabad is also home to the famous Walnut cake at Cafe de Hunza. A lot of history too so you’ll be visiting some 1000 year old forts too. My favorite is the all women furniture factory, Hunza has a 95% literacy rate, one of the highest in the country.

A short riding day from Hunza to Gilgit. We will get some time to explore the bazaar and indulge in some food discoveries courtesy of Moin.

Descending to Islamabad, we'll traverse the breathtaking Babusar Pass (13,700 ft) on our way to Naran. The ascent from Chilas offers spectacular views, making it feel like an entirely new journey along this road.

This will be our last day on the bikes. Once we reach the capital make sure to hug our support crew tight and thank them for keeping us safe and alive throughout the tour. This will be the last night that’s included in the package, however, if you still want second servings of adventure additional nights can be arranged for you to explore this grand city as it has so much to offer.

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