7-Day South Punjab & Sindh Cultural Tour

Discover Ancient Civilizations and Architectural Marvels

Tour Overview

Embark on an extraordinary 7-day journey through South Punjab and Sindh, exploring the magnificent ruins of Mohenjo-Daro, ancient Buddhist monasteries, stunning Mughal architecture, and vibrant cultural heritage. This tour takes you through 4000 years of history, from the Indus Valley Civilization to the architectural wonders of the Talpur dynasty and Mughal empire.

Detailed Day-by-Day Itinerary

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Day 1 – Journey to Bahawalpur

• 08:30 AM: Departure for Bahawalpur via Motorway with short break en-route
• Arrival at Bahawalpur and check-in to hotel
• After rest & freshen up, visit Old City
• Explore Darbar Mahal – historic palace complex
• Visit Noor Mahal – stunning 19th-century palace
• Overnight stay at Bahawalpur

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Day 2 – Ancient Monasteries & Architectural Wonders

• After breakfast, departure for Sukkur via Motorway
• En-route visit Patan Minara – 2000 years old Buddhist monastery from Mauryan period (250BC)
• Visit Rahimyar Khan
• Explore Bhong Masjid – Aga Khan Award winner for Architecture (1986)
• Continue journey to Sukkur
• Overnight stay at Sukkur

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Day 3 – Talpur Dynasty Heritage

• After breakfast visit Kot Diji Fort – magnificent early 19th Century Talpur Fort
• Explore the fort constructed by Mir Sohrab Khan Talpur (1803-1830)
• Visit the Palaces of Talpur dynasty
• Drive through beautiful date farms to Khairpur (Travel Time: 2 hours)
• Visit Faiz Mahal Khairpur – stunning palace architecture
• Later departure for Larkana (Travel Time: 1.5 hours)
• Overnight stay at Larkana

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Day 4 – Mohenjo-Daro: The Indus Valley Civilization

• Full day tour of Mohenjo-Daro (Mound of the Dead)
• Explore the ruins of 4000 years old brick city of the Indus Valley Civilization
• Visit the Great Stupa – ancient Buddhist monument
• Explore the Great Bath – sophisticated drainage system
• Walk through the ancient streets and granary
• Visit Mohenjo-Daro Museum with artifacts and exhibits
• Drive back to Larkana
• Visit Shahi Bazar – local market experience
• Visit Ataturk Memorial
• Overnight stay at Larkana

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Day 5 – The Great Wall of Sindh & Cultural Heritage

• Departure for Hyderabad via Indus Highway
• En-route visit Ranikot Fort – known as the “Great Wall of Sindh”
• Explore this incredible fort with its 28km long walls
• Visit Manchar Lake – home to the Mohana tribe (Boat Peoples)
• Experience the traditional fishing community lifestyle
• Drive to Hyderabad and check-in to hotel
• Visit Sindh Museum Hyderabad
• Witness artisans at work: Ajrak printing, Handloom weaving, Sindhi embroidery
• Overnight stay at Hyderabad

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Day 6 – Mughal Heritage & Archaeological Wonders

• Early departure for Karachi via National Highway
• Visit Keenjhar Lake – scenic natural beauty
• Explore Shahjahan Mosque in Thatta – built by Mughal King Shahjahan (1647)
• Visit Makli – world’s biggest necropolis with million graves and mausoleums
• Explore Banbhore archaeological site with museum
• See remains of Bab-ul Islam mosque and 18th century city wall
• Historical significance: Arab General Muhammad Bin Qasim landing site (712 AD)
• En-route visit Chaukundi tombs (15th-18th century)
• Admire exquisite carvings and engravings on sandstone slabs
• Arrival at Karachi, overnight stay

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Day 7 – Karachi City Exploration

• After breakfast, full day exploration of Karachi highlights:
• Visit Quaid-e-Azam Mazar – mausoleum of Pakistan’s founder
• Explore Flag Staff House (Quaid’s House) – historic residence
• Visit Shrine of Abdullah Shah Ghazi – important Sufi shrine
• Tour Mohatta Palace – stunning Indo-Saracenic architecture
• Visit Pakistan Navy Maritime Museum
• Overnight stay at Karachi
• END OF TOUR

Tour Pricing & Inclusions