Shandur Polo Festival
Overview
The Shandur Polo Festival is an annual event held at the Shandur Pass in Pakistan. Shandur Pass is located at an altitude of approximately 3,700 meters (12,139 feet) above sea level, making it one of the highest polo grounds in the world. The festival usually takes place in early July and lasts for about three days. The Shandur Polo Festival has become a significant event in Pakistan, promoting tourism and cultural exchange while also preserving the tradition of polo, which has deep roots in the region.
Included / Exclude
- Hotel stays mentioned with each day of the tour plan
- Transport as per the tour plan
- Sightseeing and visits mentioned in the tour plan
- Personal expenses
- Any item not mentioned in the tour plan
Tour Plan
Arrival to Islamabad – Transfer to hotel
Taxila Museum & Archeological sites of Taxila, Takht Bai ancient Buddhist monastery, Stay at SWAT valley
Drive to Chitral through Lowari Top & Tunnel
Chitral Museum, Shahi Mosque, Ayun Valley, Exploring local areas
Tour to Kalash , Bomboret valley, Birir Valley, Stay in Kalash valley
Exploring local traditions, Full day to explore the valley
Drive to Shandur valley – Camping at one of highest polo ground in the world/Overnight in Booni
Full day at Shandur valley, visit of Shandur lake, Hiking & Overnight stay
Exploring Shandur top and sightseeing and drive to Booni in the afternoon
Exploring Booni, Booni waraighan Lasht (Tourist attraction)
Drive back to Chitral town, Overnight in Ayun valley
Drive back to SWAT valley via Dir – Overnight in SWAT valley
Swat Museum, Batkara Buddhist Stupa, Malam Jabba, Overnight in Malam Jabba
Drive back to Islamabad, Overnight in Islamabad
Flight back HOME
