Whispers of Spring in Hunza Valley

Less “Must-See,” More “Be There.”

Shift your compass from rushing through packed itineraries to surrendering yourself to the slower rhythm of nature. In a land where time seems to pause, amid the grandeur of the Karakoram mountains.

A cherry blossom (apricot blossom) journey to Pakistan with Royal Orchid Holidays this season is not about checking in and moving on. It is a conscious choice to do less, and feel more. Breathe in the crisp mountain air softened by gentle shades of pink, sip warm tea, share simple conversations with local communities known for their kindness and remarkable longevity, and rediscover the true meaning of happiness hidden in simplicity.

Slow travel is not a style — it’s an attitude. Let this journey be a moment of healing, a genuine connection with authentic beauty, and a way to capture memories with the heart, not just through a camera lens.

Royal Orchid Holidays invites you to Northern Pakistan on a 7-day, 5-night journey, designed to experience spring in its most natural form — quiet, graceful, and unhurried, far from the familiar cherry blossom routes.

Pakistan’s cherry blossoms do not bloom in manicured gardens. They blossom alongside everyday life in the valleys. Apricot and cherry trees line villages, streams, and mountain slopes, revealing beauty that is entirely natural and visible only for a fleeting moment each year.

The journey follows the legendary Karakoram Highway, crossing diverse landscapes from the Safaranga Desert to a serene boat ride on Attabad Lake, with views of the dramatic Passu Cones — an iconic image of Northern Pakistan.

Adding depth to the journey is a visit to Taxila, a UNESCO World Heritage Site of Buddhist significance. Once a major center of learning and ancient civilization,
Taxila is also recognized as the birthplace of the world’s first human-form Buddha sculptures, bringing historical and spiritual meaning to the journey.

For program details and travel periods, please visit www.royalorchidholidays.com

Be World. Be Wow. Be Wonder.