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Cycling in the Mountains
Pedal Through the Roof of the World — Mountain Biking in Gilgit-Baltistan
Duration
Half day – 10 days
Difficulty
Easy – Very Hard
Best Season
May – October
Bikes
Mountain bikes (rental)
Guides
Provided on all routes
Type
Active Adventure
Overview
Cycling through the mountains of Gilgit-Baltistan and along the Karakoram Highway (KKH) is an experience unlike any other on the planet. From the soaring peaks of Hunza Valley to the high passes of the Karakoram, mountain biking here rewards you with jaw-dropping scenery, remote villages, ancient forts, and the thrill of descending legendary passes on two wheels. Whether you're a casual cyclist looking for a scenic valley ride or a hardcore mountain biker ready to conquer the KKH from Gilgit to Khunjerab Pass, we have routes for every level.
Itinerary (5-Day KKH Cycling Adventure)
Gilgit to Nomal Valley (45 km) — warm up ride along the Gilgit River.
Nomal to Chalt (55 km) — enter Nagar Valley, views of Rakaposhi.
Chalt to Karimabad, Hunza (60 km) — iconic KKH day, Attabad Lake tunnel section.
Karimabad rest / Altit Fort visit; optional Ultar Meadows hike.
Karimabad to Sost (75 km) — dramatic canyon section, arrive at Pak-China border area.
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