4 DAYS · BEST MAY – OCTOBER
Naran & Kaghan tour
The classic first trip north. A private trip from Lahore or Islamabad, planned end to end.
- LENGTH
- 3–6 days
- We suggest 4
- BEST TIME
- May – October
- Roads open, mild days
- FROM LAHORE
- 616 km
- about 10 h of driving
- FROM ISLAMABAD
- 282 km
- about 6 h of driving
Day-by-day plan
From Lahore. Starting in Islamabad saves part of day 1. Every day can be changed.
- 1
Lahore to Naran
Motorway and Hazara Expressway into the Kaghan valley along the Kunhar River.
Night in Naran
- 2
Saif-ul-Malook
Jeep up to the legendary lake beneath Malika Parbat.
Night in Naran
- 3
Babusar Top & Lulusar
Drive to Lulusar Lake and up to Babusar Top.
Night in Naran · optional day
- 4
Naran to Lahore
Drive home with a stop in Balakot.
Home by night
Places on this trip
Naran & Kaghan trip questions
When is the best time to visit Naran & Kaghan?
May – October. Babusar Top is usually open June to October; outside those months we drive the Karakoram Highway via Besham instead, which adds driving time. Billman will suggest the best dates for your group.
How many days do I need for the Naran & Kaghan trip?
Our plan is 4 days. It can be done in 3 days, or stretched up to 6 days with free days for a slower pace.
How far is Naran & Kaghan from Lahore and Islamabad?
About 616 km from Lahore (around 10 hours of driving) and 282 km from Islamabad (around 6 hours). We split the drive over 2 days, with the first night in Naran.
Who is the Naran & Kaghan trip good for?
It works well for family, school trips, corporate, friends & groups trips. Every Billman trip is private and planned around your group, so we adjust the pace, hotels and stops.
What is included?
Hotels with breakfast, your own vehicle with an experienced driver for the whole trip, the jeep up to Saiful Muluk Lake, and the day-by-day planning. Dinners, a tour guide and honeymoon setups can be added.
How do I book and how much does it cost?
Open the trip calculator for an instant price range for your dates, group and hotel level, then send the plan to Billman on WhatsApp. We confirm the exact price and availability.