Galiyat Snow Escape
Snowball fights, hot chocolate and pine forests dusted white — an overnight winter break in the Galiyat with 4×4 support on icy roads.
- Duration2 days · 1 nights
- DifficultyEasy
- Group size2 – 30
- StartsIslamabad
- Rating4.7 (97 reviews)
Overview
Snowball fights, hot chocolate and pine forests dusted white — an overnight winter break in the Galiyat with 4×4 support on icy roads. Best travelled December – February.
- Islamabad
- Murree
- Nathia Gali
- Islamabad
Trip highlights
- Mushkpuri Top
A 2,800 m summit hike with 360° views — the Galiyat classic.
Nathia Gali - Pipeline Track
A shaded, flat 4 km forest walk from Dunga Gali to Ayubia.
Nathia Gali - Mall Road
The lively heart of Murree — cafés, shopping and the GPO.
Murree - Patriata (New Murree)
Chairlift and cable car over the forest canopy.
Murree
Best months
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Day-by-day itinerary
Day 1Islamabad → Nathia Gali
Via Murree. Snow play at Kuldana and Dunga Gali, bonfire at the hotel.
Day 2Return to Islamabad
Morning snow walk to St Matthew's Church, back by afternoon.
What's included
Included
- Air-conditioned private transport (Grand Cabin / Prado on mountain sections)
- Hotel stays on twin / triple sharing
- Daily breakfast & dinner
- Experienced driver and local tour guide
- All toll taxes, parking and fuel
- Entry tickets mentioned in the itinerary
- 24/7 support line during your trip
- 4×4 back-up vehicle on snow days
Not included
- Lunch, snacks and personal shopping
- Jeep rides, boating or activities marked as optional
- Travel insurance
- Anything not listed under 'included'
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What travellers say
Every detail was handled — from the Attabad boat ride to the room with the Rakaposhi view. Our guide knew every family in Karimabad.
I travelled solo and hired a guide for eight days. Safe, flexible and genuinely fun. He changed the plan twice for better weather and light.
Our honeymoon was perfect. Clean hotels, a punctual driver and a surprise bonfire dinner by Mahodand Lake. Highly recommended.
Frequently asked
Where do your tours start?
Most departures start and end in Islamabad or Rawalpindi. We can also pick you up from Lahore, Peshawar or Gilgit/Chitral airport on request.
Is northern Pakistan safe for families and solo travellers?
Hunza, Gilgit, Swat, Chitral, Kumrat and the Galiyat welcome hundreds of thousands of visitors a year. We monitor road and weather conditions daily, travel with experienced drivers and keep a 24/7 support line open throughout your trip.
What is the best time to visit the north?
April–May for blossom, June–August for high meadows and lakes (Kumrat, Kalam, Naltar), September–November for golden autumn in Hunza and Chitral, and December–February for snow in Murree, Nathia Gali and Malam Jabba.
Do foreigners need a special permit?
Most of our routes need only a valid Pakistani visa. A few border areas require a No-Objection Certificate (NOC); our team arranges it for you when your itinerary needs one.
How do I confirm a booking?
Send an enquiry or WhatsApp us. We confirm availability, share the final itinerary and invoice, and hold your seats with a 30% advance. The balance is paid before departure.
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