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Private tour · Northern Pakistan

Swat Valley & Malam Jabba

Pine forests and river views, Swat's Buddhist heritage and the Malam Jabba mountain resort.

  • 3 days / 2 nights
  • Starts in Islamabad
  • Best April–Oct
  • English & Urdu guides

About this tour

Ancient Udyana ('The Garden') conquered by Alexander the Great in 327 BCE, with over 1,400 Buddhist monasteries.

Highlights include Malam Jabba ski slopes and chairlifts, Italian marble White Palace (Sufed Mahal), and Butkara stupa.

What you'll see

  1. 1Swat Museum & Butkara 1 Ancient Buddhist Stupa
  2. 2Malam Jabba Ski Resort & Chairlift
  3. 3White Palace (Sufed Mahal) of Marghazar

What's included

  • English-speaking guide
  • Private AC car with driver
  • Fuel
  • Parking
  • All entry tickets (foreigner rate)
  • Hotel pickup

Not included: meals unless listed, personal expenses and tips. Children under 5 pay 50% of the adult price.

Good to know

  • Private for just you and your group by default, or join a shared small group at the shared price. Ask us to adjust the route or timing.
  • Mountain roads can close for weather or landslides; we keep a flexible plan and tell you early about any change.
  • Read our free guide before you go: travel tips for this trip.

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