Neelum Valley is one of the most beautiful places in Azad Kashmir and it is called the “PARADISE OF KASHMIR”. Neelum Valley is located in the North and North East of Muzaffarabad and it lies parallel to the Kaghan Valley. Its snow-covered mountains are located 4000 meters above sea level. It consists of 370 villages. It is a hilly and mountainous valley. The valley comprises of thick forests, clear water streams, and rivers. The valley can be approached from two different points; i.e., one from Kaghan Valley and the other from Noori Top. Besides these two routes, it has been reached through many other minor passes as well.
This land also has many local fruits which are of great taste including Apples, Apricots, Walnuts and Plums which are famous. A large number of tourists visit it in summer. The whole valley gives fascinating and beautiful scenery. There is also a mountain “SARWALI” (6326 meters) which is one of the highest mountains in Azad Kashmir.
Some of its famous places like Shounter Pass, Chita Khata, Ratti Gali, Baboon, Noori Top, Sharda, Kel, Surgon and many more are mentioned by famous tourists like Mustansar Hussain Tararr, etc. Tararr even wrote a travelogue on after visiting there. The three rivers present in this area are Jhelum, Neelum and Poonch.
Itinerary | 06 Nights 07 Days
Day 01: Islamabad – Kutton
Pickup from Islamabad Airport or your location and departure for Kutton (Approx. 6 hrs. drive). En-route lunch break in Islamabad and continue drive for Kutton is also known as Jagran Valley, it is a village and tourist resort in Neelam Valley, Azad Kashmir, Pakistan. It is located 82 kilometers (51 mi) from Muzaffarabad and 8 kilometers (5.0 mi) from Kundal Shahi on the bank of Jagran stream.
Overnight stay at a hotel in Kutton.
Day 02: Kutton – Keran
After the breakfast visit to Tunnel (Hydro Power Plant – Kutton) by Jeep the Government of AJ&K established a Power Development Organization (previously Hydro Electric Board) in 1989, to plan and undertake the development of identified hydro potential.
After the visit departure for Keran (approximately 02 hrs drive). Later visit of lower and upper Neelum Valley Neelum Valley is situated at the North & North-East of Muzaffarabad, running parallel to Kaghan Valley. The two valleys are only separated by snow-covered peaks, some over 4,000 meters (13,000 ft) above sea level. The valley possesses scenic beauty, panoramic views, and towering hills on both sides of the noisy Neelam River, lush green forests, enchanting streams and attractive surroundings. The valley tops the best natural places in Pakistan.
Overnight stay at a hotel in Keran.
Day 03: Keran – Rati Gali
After breakfast Day Excursion at Rati Gali Lake (by Jeep) (approx. 02 ½ hrs. drive) Continue a 1 ½ hrs. trek Later back to Keran.
Overnight stay at Green Village Keran.
Day 04: Keran – Sharda
After breakfast departure for Sharda (Approx. 02 hrs drive) Sharda also known as Shardi, is one of the tow tehsils of district Neelum (Sharda & Athmuqam), and is rated to be the most beautiful spot of the Neelum valley. It is located on the banks of the Neelum River and the ruins of the famous temple and Hindu pilgrimage site Sharada Peeth, dedicated to the goddess Sharada, is situated in this town. Other historical sites in the town include the Sharda Fort and Kishan Ghaati. Later visit the Buddhist and River sites of Sharda.
Overnight stay at a hotel in Sharda.
Day 05: Sharda – Taobat – Sharda
After breakfast day excursion to Taobat (by Jeep) The last station of Neelum Valley is Taobut and the end point of Pakistan’s beauty in Kashmir. The village about 38 km ahead of Kel is fascinating yet unexplored. Halmat, Tao Butt, Janawai, and Sardari are the most beautiful places around here. At the heart of this small village, surrounded by green meadows, flows the Taobat Nala or Taobat stream,
Overnight stay at a hotel in Sharda.
Day 06: Sharda – Muzaffarabad
After breakfast depart for Muzaffarabad (approximately 04-05 hrs drive) On arrival visit Chaukhandi Border Muzaffarabad (45 min drive per way) Later visit of handicraft market and Muzaffarabad Fort. The construction of the Red Fort was completed in 1646 by Sultan Muzaffar Khan, the founder of Muzaffarabad city. After the Mughals took over Kashmir, the fort lost its importance. During the period of Durrani rule, however, the fort once again assumed its importance.
Continue for Lohar Gali a village up the mountain, which offers an amazing view over the valley.
Overnight stay at a hotel in Muzaffarabad.
Day 07: Muzaffarbad – Islamabad
After breakfast visit Pir Chinasi (Approx. 01 ½ hrs. drive) The awe-inspiring locus, with an altitude of 3110m, and the fascinating beauty of the place wins the admiration of nature lovers. The view of the summit at the neighboring mountain peaks is spellbound for tourists.
After the visit departure for Islamabad (approx. 03 ½ hrs. drive) On arrival drop at a designated location in Islamabad or Islamabad Airport.