Islamabad Tours & Holidays
Islamabad Small Group Tours & Tailor-Made Holidays
Islamabad has been Pakistan's capital since 1967 when it was moved here from Karachi. As a relatively young city compared with others in the country, Islamabad does suffer from being somewhat sterile and characterless, and in all honesty is usually only used as gateway to the rest of the country, but it is a good place from which to visit the bustling bazaars of Rawalpindi and the Buddhist ruins at Taxila and does hold some interesting sites, such as the Faisal Mosque. As the capital and diplomatic ...
Islamabad has been Pakistan's capital since 1967 when it was moved here from Karachi. As a relatively young city compared with others in the country, Islamabad does suffer from being somewhat sterile and characterless, and in all honesty is usually only used as gateway to the rest of the country, but it is a good place from which to visit the bustling bazaars of Rawalpindi and the Buddhist ruins at Taxila and does hold some interesting sites, such as the Faisal Mosque. As the capital and diplomatic centre of Pakistan it is also home to some of the country’s best hotels and restaurants.
Best experiences
Explore the twin city of Rawalpindi
The winding streets of Rawalpindi are a great place to get lost and step back in time. Visit the colourful Raja Bazaar and Raj-era Christ's Church, as well as Gora Qabristan (the Christian Cemetery).
Eat dinner in Saidpur Village
Enjoy a lovely dinner at one of the many restaurants in old Islamabad where Saidpur Village still survives amid the modern planning. Rich in tradition and full of diversity, Pakistani food can boast a variety of flavours every bit as subtle and varied as that of its world-renowned culinary neighbour.
Visit the Faisal Mosque
When this impressive house of worship was built in the 70s, it was the largest in the world. This is a great place to meet excitable local families and groups as the mosque is a social hub as well as a place of worship.OUR FAVOURITE PLACES TO STAY
Islamabad Serena Hotel, Islamabad
The Islamabad Serena Hotel stands at the foot of the Northern Hills in six acres of landscaped gardens in the centre of Islamabad. The Moorish and Mughal architecture and interiors have been achieved…TOURS FEATURING Islamabad
Travel to Pakistan with like-minded people on one of our small group tours (usually max size 12), featuring knowledgeable local guides and an expert tour leader.