Pakistan: Mountain Blossom (3 Cups of Tea) Tour

15 days, Sun 19 Apr 2009 to Sun 03 May 2009

Pakistan is a country close to our hearts… and for good reason.  Home to some of the most spectacular mountain scenery in the world, thriving cities, colourful markets and warm hospitality, a trip to this part of the world is bound to excite even the most worldly travellers. Having run trips here for more than a decade, we understand the political complexities of travelling to this fascinating country and our paramount consideration has always been the safety of our clients.  Despite the negative images painted by the press, we believe that most areas in Pakistan - particularly around Chitral and the mountains of the north - pose little or no danger within the current climate. Our itineraries therefore focus on these intriguing locations, giving intrepid travellers the chance to experience these unspoilt lands and cultures that have remained unchanged for centuries.

3 Cups of Tea; One Man's Mission to Promote Peace...One School at a Time, tells the emotional story of how Greg Mortenson's unsuccessful mountaineering climb changed his life forever.  From an unsuccessful attempt on K2, he then dreamed of building schools and educating children in some of the most remote and hostile parts of the world.  With over 70 schools now running in Pakistan and Afghanistan, his story outlines the highs and lows of a modern crusader.  On our Mountain Blossom Tour we travel to the area that first inspired Greg - through Hazara, Baltistan and Hunza - to capture the spring in all its beauty. All in all a great Pakistan itinerary for anyone that enjoys springtime in the mountains.

Daily details in brief

Wild Frontiers Price Policy

At Wild Frontiers we believe our clients are savvy enough to see through heavily discounted 'first price' holiday offers and would rather know before they leave home exactly what their tour is going to cost. As such we do not charge local payments, 'optional extras' or force our clients to go through the annoying procedure of splitting every meal bill. With the odd exception our tours are provided on a predominantly full board basis, with mineral water, government passes and permits, entrance fees, and all transport outlined in the various tour itineraries included. Please see individual tour dossiers for specific information.