Pakistan
Your complete travel companion for exploring Pakistan
Why We Love Pakistan
Our week in Pakistan completely changed how we think about travel. This isn't a place you just visit—it's somewhere you experience with all your senses. The local cuisine surprised us at every meal, the architecture told centuries of stories, and the people welcomed us like old friends returning home.
Explore Pakistan on the Map
Get familiar with the area before your trip. Zoom in to explore neighborhoods, find landmarks, and plan your itinerary.
Click on the map to explore. Use street view to virtually walk around before your trip!
Insider Travel Tips
These are the things we wish we knew before our first visit—straight from our experience and conversations with locals:
Beat the Crowds
Visit temples and landmarks early. Mornings are cooler and less crowded.
Money Saving Secret
Local food and street stalls are very cheap. Use trains and shared transport; agree on taxi prices first.
Learn Key Phrases
Basic Hindi/Urdu or local phrases help. "Thank you" and "how much" go a long way.
Best Time to Visit
October–March is cool and dry in most areas; avoid peak summer heat and monsoon where applicable.
What to Expect in Pakistan
From our travels and feedback from fellow travelers, here's what you can realistically expect:
Cultural Richness
Incredible diversity: temples, mountains, and coast. Full of colour and tradition.
Value for Money
Among the best value anywhere. Food and accommodation are very affordable.
Safety & Comfort
Generally safe with normal precautions. Tourist areas are used to visitors; agree on prices upfront.
Food & Dining
Rich and varied cuisine. Street food and local thalis are cheap and delicious.
Realistic Budget Planning
Based on our experience and current pricing, here's what daily costs actually look like in Pakistan:
Typical Cost Breakdown (Mid-Range Traveler)
Best Time to Visit
Peak Season
Cool and dry: best for most regions. Busiest; book trains and popular sites ahead.
Shoulder Season
Hot in the plains; good for mountains and hills. Fewer tourists and better value.
Off Season
Monsoon in much of the region; very hot in the north. Cheapest and quietest.