Beyond Shandur
Hindukush, Chitral, Kalash, Shandur Pass, Phander & Hunza Valley
Islamabad → Dir → Ayun → Kalash Valleys → Mastuj → Shandur Pass → Phander → Gilgit → Hunza → Khunjerab → Shimshal → Skardu → Islamabad
Secure your place with a $700 deposit. Choose your motorcycle and room preference now; the remaining tour balance will be arranged through a secure payment request. We’ll clearly show what you’ve paid, what remains, and when it’s due.
Tour Parameters & Quick Facts
15 Days / 13 Riding
1,650 Kilometers
4,693 Meters
8–10 Riders
Islamabad
14 May – 28 May 2027
The Journey
Hindukush, Chitral, Kalash, Shandur, Phander, Gilgit and Hunza. This comprehensive 15-day motorcycle tour bridges the distinct cultures and wild topographies of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Gilgit-Baltistan via the legendary Shandur high plateau at 3,734m.
Why This Route
Cross between two legendary mountain systems. Experience the ancient animist culture of the Kalash Valleys, traverse remote high-altitude grasslands, and ride beneath the 7,000m giants of Hunza.
Who This Trip Is For
Adventure riders wanting a balanced blend of rich indigenous mountain culture, varied gravel and tarmac riding, and grand trans-Himalayan scenery.
Riding Style & Terrain
65% paved mountain roads / 35% unpaved valley tracks and plateau gravel.
Major Tour Highlights
Rider Prerequisites
- •Valid motorcycle license with International Driving Permit (IDP)
- •Comfortable riding on loose gravel, mountain dirt, and winding alpine roads
- •Open mindset for remote guesthouse hospitality
The Daily Timeline
Every day is balanced with riding, scenic photography halts, and comfortable mountain lodging.
Airport welcome, hotel transfer and relaxed introduction to Pakistan. Meet the other riders and attend the full route and safety briefing in the evening.
Leave Islamabad and travel northwest toward the mountain gateway of Dir. Complete motorcycle fitting, luggage setup and final checks before the main riding section begins.
What Is & Is Not Included
Zero hidden costs. Every service on the official tour is clearly scheduled.
INCLUDED ON THIS TOUR
- Personal airport welcome and private airport transfers
- Motorcycle 150cc and full tour fuel
- Support vehicle for passenger luggage and spares
- English-speaking lead guide and expedition tour manager
- Full-time motorcycle mechanic throughout all riding days
- Essential tools, motorcycle spare parts, and first-aid medical supplies
- National park permits, road fees, and scheduled itinerary entries
- Twin-share accommodation (comfortable hotels, mountain guesthouses, camps)
- Breakfast, lunch, and dinner during scheduled expedition dates
- Daily drinking water on the road
- Visa support documentation for Pakistan tourist e-Visa
NOT INCLUDED (RIDER EXPENSE)
- International flights to and from Pakistan
- Personal motorcycle riding gear (helmet, jacket, armor, gloves, boots)
- Comprehensive medical and emergency evacuation travel insurance (mandatory)
- Pakistan visa processing fee
- Alcoholic beverages, specialty drinks, personal snacks, and laundry
- Single room supplement (available for +$600 USD)
- Optional CFMOTO 450MT upgrade (+$750 USD)
- Tips for local drivers, mechanics, lodge staff, and guides
- Expenses resulting from unforeseen delays, roadblocks, or flight cancellations
Download Waiver for Signing
All participants are required to review and sign the full Rider Safety, Assumption of Risk & Liability Waiver before participating in an expedition.
Please download the waiver, read it carefully, complete the required details, sign it, and return the signed copy to The Scenic Mistake before your expedition.
A signed waiver is required from every rider before participation. Booking an expedition does not replace the requirement to complete and sign this document.
Available Motorcycle Fleet
Purpose-chosen adventure motorcycles engineered for high-altitude passes and mountain asphalt.
Motorcycle 150cc — Included
150cc Single Cylinder
Lightweight dual-sport motorcycle prepared for mountain terrain. Dependable, agile in tight switchbacks, and equipped with protective bars and luggage support.
CFMOTO 450MT — +$750
449cc Parallel-Twin DOHC, 44 HP
Dedicated adventure tourer with 21/18 tubeless spoked wheels, adjustable long-travel KYB suspension, robust crash bars, high windscreen, and luggage rack.
Beyond Shandur Tour FAQs
What is the surface character of Shandur Pass?
Shandur Pass consists of unpaved mountain roads and wide gravel tracks. It is manageable for competent riders on our lightweight and adventure motorcycles.
How are permits handled for the Kalash Valleys?
All regional permits, local registration, and security clearances are arranged in advance by our logistics team.
2027 Motorcycle Tours
From Dust to Snow
Islamabad → Skardu → Sarfaranga → Nomal → Passu → Khunjerab → Shimshal → Karimabad → Minapin → Naltar → Chilas → Besham → Islamabad
The Long Way North
Islamabad → Skardu → Nomal → Passu → Khunjerab Pass → Upper Hunza → Karimabad → Hunza → Skardu → Islamabad