If you’re passionate about history, few destinations offer the richness and depth of Pakistan.
From Mughal marvels to ancient trade routes, this country is a goldmine for travellers keen to explore the past. Our Pakistan tours take you on a journey through centuries, offering access to historical landmarks that few tourists ever see.
Lahore: The Cultural Heart
Any tour in Pakistan focused on history should begin in Lahore: the city of poets, palaces and empires. Once the seat of Mughal power, Lahore is home to some of the most iconic monuments in South Asia.
That includes the Badshahi Mosque, with its red sandstone grandeur; it still stands as one of the largest mosques in the world. Next door, Lahore Fort offers sweeping views and a glimpse into royal life during the Mughal era.
Don’t miss the Shalimar Gardens, a UNESCO World Heritage Site built in 1641 to reflect Persian garden ideals.
We provide plenty of time during our Pakistan tours to explore Lahore’s old city. Here, narrow alleyways and bustling bazaars still hum with life, much as they did hundreds of years ago.
The Karakoram Highway: Ancient Routes and Modern Wonders
From Lahore, our group and private Pakistan tours head north on the legendary Karakoram Highway: a modern engineering marvel that traces parts of the ancient Silk Road. This route offers not only breathtaking mountain views but also a journey back in time. You’ll pass through Gilgit-Baltistan, a region historically connected to Chinese and Central Asian trade networks.
Stopovers along the way include ancient rock carvings near Chilas and sacred Buddhist sites in the Hunza Valley, evidence of the area’s pre-Islamic history. Travelling this route gives context to the diverse cultural layers that have shaped Pakistan for millennia.
Peshawar: Crossroads of Civilisations
Ending your tour in Peshawar is like stepping into a living museum. One of the oldest cities in South Asia, Peshawar has been continuously inhabited for over 2,000 years. Its Qissa Khwani Bazaar, the ‘Street of Storytellers’, once hosted travellers from all over Central Asia.
Today, the city still bears the architectural and cultural imprint of the many empires that ruled here, from the Kushans to the British.
The Peshawar Museum houses one of the best collections of Gandhara Buddhist art, providing a rare window into the region’s ancient religious and artistic traditions.
Why Choose Our Tours in Pakistan?
Rocky Road Travel’s Pakistan tours are designed to be ideal for history lovers. Whether you choose a group departure or a tailor-made private tour, we take care of the details: visas, transport, expert guides. This means you can focus on the experience.
With flexible itineraries and deep local knowledge, we help you uncover Pakistan’s rich past in all its complexity.
Find out more about our Pakistan tours. Or don’t hesitate to contact us today.
