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Pakistan: Persians, Mughals and Mystics

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The Mughal Empire, derived from the word Mongol, originated in Central Asia. Babur, its first ruler, was a direct descendant of the renowned ruler and conqueror Amir Timur. He united Mongol traditions, Persian high culture and the Central Asian patronage of Islamic art with the wealth and vibrancy of the subcontinent. Focusing on one of the Empire's lesser visited successor states, Pakistan, this tour will explore the legacy of a dynasty whose enduring cultural influence travelled as far as the court of Queen Victoria.

Plan this tour with Kat & Simon Morgan — Personal Travel Consultants at Hays Travel. Call 0800 0662 694 for help comparing dates, departure points and room options.

Tour highlights

Specialist-led group tour, accompanied by an expert in Mughal history and culture
Visit the tomb of the fourth Mughal Emperor Jahangir
Experience the famous Wagah border ceremony
Admire the grandeur of the Royal Fort in Lahore
See the artisans who produce Multan’s renowned Kashikari glazed pottery

Further highlights

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Your itinerary

In supplier order. Some entries may cover multiple days; optional experiences are described by the supplier.

Sample itinerary. Choose a departure for its exact itinerary and hotel plan.

Day 1 — Day 1

Fly overnight from London (regional connections available) to Lahore via Doha, Qatar.

Day 2 — Arrive Lahore

Arrive in Lahore, Pakistan, and check in at Pearl Continential Lahore (or similar) to stay 3 nights. After a rest, tour the Shalimar Gardens followed by an evening lecture and welcome dinner.

Meals: dinner

Day 3 — Lahore

Enjoy a full day's sightseeing of Lahore, the historic capital of both the Mughal Empire and the Punjab region. Highlights include the Badshahi Mosque, commissioned by Emperor Aurangzeb in the 17th century, as well as the Royal Fort, one of the finest examples of Indo-Islamic architecture. Visit both the Wazir Khan Mosque and the restored, Persianate Shahi Hamman ('Royal Baths').

Meals: breakfast

Day 4 — Lahore

Today you visit the tomb of Emperor Jahangir, the only one of the six major Mughal emperors to be buried in what is now Pakistan. Continue to the nearby tomb of his favourite wife, Nur Jahan. This afternoon, visit the Lahore Museum, famous in the works of Rudyard Kipling and home to impressive Mughal artefacts. Conclude the day at the bustling Anarkali Bazaar, which dates from the reign of Emperor Akbar the Great.

Meals: breakfast, lunch

Day 4.1 — Transfer: Lahore to Harappa

Day 5 — Harappa - Multan

Travel to Multan, stopping en route in Harappa, ancient home of one of the subcontinent’s earliest civilisations. In Multan, visit a workshop where artisans still produce the city’s famous kashikari pottery, a style brought by Mongol invaders from Central Asia. Continue to Ramada Multan (or similar) where you stay 3 nights. Optional afternoon excursion to the tomb of Shah Rukn-e-Alam for a performance by local Sufi musicians.

Meals: breakfast

Day 5.1 — Transfer: Harappa to Multan

Day 6 — Uch Sharif - Multan

This morning, drive to Uch Sharif. Said to have been founded by Alexander the Great, the city has long been a stronghold of Islamic rule in the subcontinent. See the famous Sufi shrines, including the 15th-century Tomb of Bibi Jiwandi. After, return to Multan.

Meals: breakfast, lunch

Day 6.1 — Transfer: Multan to Uch Sharif

Day 7 — Multan

Enjoy a morning tour of Multan, including the city’s key Sufi shrines as well as the Shahi Eidgah mosque, an excellent example of late Mughal architecture. In the afternoon, enjoy time at leisure or take an optional excursion to visit the Multan Arts Bazaar.

Meals: breakfast, lunch

Day 7.1 — Transfer: Uch Sharif to Multan

Day 8 — Shekhepura - Lahore

Drive to Sheikhupura where you will see the Hiran Minar complex, unusual for being a commemoration of Emperor Jahangir’s favourite antelope, Mansraj. Jahangir was noted for his love of wildlife both as quarry for the hunt and to observe in the wild. Proceed to Lahore and stay 2 nights at Pearl Continental Lahore (or similar).

Meals: breakfast, lunch

Day 8.1 — Transfer: Multan to Sheikhupura

Day 9 — Lahore

Explore the historic Heera Mandi district of Lahore, including the Fakir Khana Museum (subject to confirmation), within what was once the home of the Mughal Emperor’s Treasurer. Then visit Wagah to see the India-Pakistan border ceremony, followed by dinner.

Meals: breakfast, dinner

Day 9.1 — Transfer: Sheikhupura to Lahore

Day 10 — Lahore - Rohtas - Islamabad

Drive to Islamabad, pausing en route to visit the 16th-century Mughal fort at Rohtas. Proceed to Islamabad and stay at the Marriott Islamabad (or similar) for 2 nights.

Meals: breakfast

Day 10.1 — Transfer: Lahore to Islamabad

Day 11 — Islamabad - Taxila

Visit nearby Taxila, an ancient Buddhist centre which was conquered by Alexander the Great. Return to Islamabad for a highlights tour of Pakistan’s modern capital. In the evening, enjoy a farewell dinner.

Meals: breakfast, dinner

Day 12 — Last day of the group tour

Fly direct to London via Doha or extend your stay.

Meals: breakfast

Your accommodation

Planned hotels or ships as published by Cox & Kings. Alternatives of a similar standard may be used. Hotel options are grouped as supplied and are not necessarily all included in one departure.

Pearl Continental Lahore

Lahore’s only 5-star deluxe hotel, Pearl Continental combines modern architecture with refined elegance. Featuring 607 luxurious rooms and suites, a 40,000 sq. ft. conference center, and premium amenities, it caters to business and leisure needs alike. Located on Shahrah-e-Quaid-e-Azam (The Mall), the hotel offers floor-to-ceiling windows, free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool, a fitness centre, and complimentary airport transfers. Dining options include Japanese, Mongolian, Continental, Chinese, Italian, and traditional barbecue, along with tea and coffee lounges. Additional facilities include a sauna, steam bath, and free on-site parking.

Ramada Multan

Conveniently located in the heart of Multan, Ramada Multan provides easy access to key landmarks such as the Shrine of Bahauddin Zakariya, major business hubs, and popular city attractions. The property features complimentary Wi-Fi, an outdoor swimming pool, and a barbecue area. On-site dining is available at the hotel's restaurant, and free private parking is provided.

Islamabad Marriott Hotel

Set in the heart of Islamabad, the Marriott is a comfortable, 5-star property of 290 rooms and suites. A restaurant, serving both local and international cuisine is available on-site, as well as a bar, lounge, gym and swimming pool. All rooms are air conditioned and feature a television and safe.

What’s included

Local transfers in air-conditioned vehicles
Guided excursions and entrance fees
Small Groups - max 18
4- and 5-star accommodation
Direct flights from London (regional connections available)
10 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 3 dinners
Porterage at all hotels

Dates & prices

Indicative supplier snapshot. Confirm price, room basis and availability before booking. Monthly estimates deduct a £250 deposit per person for Europe or £395 elsewhere, then divide by whole monthly payments ending no later than 42 days before departure. Rounded to the nearest pound; final payment adjusted.

London and Manchester departures available. Published tour fares are indicative and not airport-specific; confirm your selected airport and quote with Kat & Simon.

18 published departure and room-basis records. Standard prices are per person sharing; solo fares are labelled separately. Sold-out records are shown for reference.

Departure	Departure point	Duration	Room basis	Price per person	Status
9 November 2026	London	12 days	Two sharing	~~Supplier price £4,495~~ £4,370 Save £125 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
9 November 2026	London	12 days	Solo	~~Supplier price £5,690~~ £5,540 Save £150 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
9 November 2026	Manchester	12 days	Two sharing	~~Supplier price £4,495~~ £4,370 Save £125 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
9 November 2026	Manchester	12 days	Solo	~~Supplier price £5,690~~ £5,540 Save £150 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
17 March 2027	London	12 days	Two sharing	~~Supplier price £4,095~~ £3,995 Save £100 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
17 March 2027	Manchester	12 days	Two sharing	~~Supplier price £4,095~~ £3,995 Save £100 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
10 November 2027	London	12 days	Two sharing	~~Supplier price £4,445~~ £4,320 Save £125 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
10 November 2027	London	12 days	Solo	~~Supplier price £5,590~~ £5,440 Save £150 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
10 November 2027	Manchester	12 days	Two sharing	~~Supplier price £4,445~~ £4,320 Save £125 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
10 November 2027	Manchester	12 days	Solo	~~Supplier price £5,590~~ £5,440 Save £150 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
2 February 2028	London	12 days	Two sharing	~~Supplier price £4,745~~ £4,620 Save £125 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
2 February 2028	London	12 days	Solo	~~Supplier price £5,990~~ £5,815 Save £175 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
2 February 2028	Manchester	12 days	Two sharing	~~Supplier price £4,745~~ £4,620 Save £125 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
2 February 2028	Manchester	12 days	Solo	~~Supplier price £5,990~~ £5,815 Save £175 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
8 November 2028	London	12 days	Two sharing	~~Supplier price £4,795~~ £4,670 Save £125 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
8 November 2028	London	12 days	Solo	~~Supplier price £6,040~~ £5,865 Save £175 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
8 November 2028	Manchester	12 days	Two sharing	~~Supplier price £4,795~~ £4,670 Save £125 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
8 November 2028	Manchester	12 days	Solo	~~Supplier price £6,040~~ £5,865 Save £175 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability

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