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Dear Folks,
I am Umbreen from Alpine Trekkers and Tours. We are arranging for a 8
Days Trip - Islamabad to Shandur Polo Match and back to Islamabad
including Visit to Kalash Valley to see Greeks Tribes the Decendents
of Alexander The Great!
Polo Lovers; for further details please contact me at
umbreenzaidi@yahoo . com or info@alpine . com .pk
8Days Trip - Islamabad to Shandur Polo Match and back to Islamabad
including Visit to Kalash Valley to see Greeks Tribes the Decendents
of Alexander the Great
The most exciting polo tournament of the entire Northern Pakistan, is
played on top of Shandur Pass, around 3,700 meters above sea level. It
is a place unique and exotic in itself, surrounded by some of the most
spectacular mountain scenery in the world. The event marks the annual
rivalry between the polo teams of Gilgit and Chitral. The Polo
tournament has some added attractions for the visitors; trout fishing
at the nearby streams and lakes and a festival of folk dances and
music of the Northern Pakistan.
Highlight of the festival:
The highlight of the festival is the final match between the Gilgit
and Chitral teams. The final provides a most colorful spectacle.
Supporters of both sides travel long distances from the remote parts
of Chitral and Gilgit, to watch the thrilling game. The event, as
such, offers a fascinating insight into the lifestyle of the people of
this region. Their culture and indigenous customs are a delight to
behold for the visitors.
Back ground:
The first time a polo tournament took place at the Shandur Pass, was
in 1936. A British Political Agent, Major Cobb, who was fond of
playing polo under a full moon, had the polo ground near Shandur,
named, "Moony Polo Ground".
English word 'Polo" is a Balti word meaning, "ball". Now a day, there
are six players to a side, but this is by no means a rule in local
polo games. There was no limit to the number of players and no time
limit. Whichever team scored nine goals first, was the winner. The
present game with a team of six players in a side, lasts one hour with
a ten minute break.
Festival Information:
It is advisable to be there one day in advance to enjoy all the
offerings of the festival. An activity at Shandur includes dance and
music performances by different groups, trout fishing, mountaineering,
trekking, hiking and of course, horse riding. Crystal clear lakes,
snow covered mountains, alpine flowers and vast stretches of green
grass, are added attractions.
Facilities
A tourist tent village with restaurant facilities is sprung up during
the tournament. Merchants from Peshawar, Chitral and Gilgit set up
souvenir and folk craft shops. The tournament offers visitors and
opportunity to mix with the locals.
ITINERARY:
Tour Duration: 8day(s)
Group Size: 10 and above
Specialty Categories: Festival Tours Camping
Season: July
5 July 2008: Arrival of group, Transfer to Centrally air condition
hotel.
6 July 2008: Departure from Islamabad by HILUX at 0500 hours.
Lunch at Al-Manzar Hotel Dir at 1200 hours.
Departure to Chitral, arrival at Chitral by 1700 hours, overnight at
PTDC or Tarichmir View Hotel Chitral.
7 July 2008:
After breakfast drive to Shandur pass, a very scenic drive through
the scenic villages of laspur, Pack lunch on way to be consumed at
Mastuj or any where you like. Arrival at Shandur 1600 hours. Transfer
to tented accommodation,
specially established for the group.
8 July 2008: Join the thousands of Pakistanis who travel to the far
north of the country for the world=92s highest polo tournament, set at
over 11,000 feet above sea level. It=92s not just the location that
makes this event unique, the tournament also uses a set of rules that
are over 800 years old making it very different from =91modern=92 polo
matches. The festive atmosphere, cut-throat competition, and remote
location certainly make this one of the world=92s most entertaining polo
tournaments. During the day enjoy the polo match and evening local
music and dancing. Meals and overnight in tents.
9 July, 2008: Final match will be played between the top teams of
Chitral and Gilgit. VVIPs graced the occasion for prize distribution
to winning and runner =96up teams. Departure back to Chitral at 1400
hours and arrival at Chitral 2200 hours. Transferred to hotel for
overnight stay.
10 July, 2008: Full day Kalash valley excursion to explore the
centuries old traditions and unique life style. The Kalash tribes
living in the three isolated valleys of Bomboret, Rambur and Birir in
the heart of Hindukush are famed to be the descendents of army of the
Alexander the Great, who passed this remote region in 326 BC. Visiting
the traditional Kalash houses to. At Evening enjoy the Kalash dance
and music. Overnight stay at PTDC or Gluxey Hotel Bumburet
Kalash.
11 July 2008 Departure to Islamabad at 0500 hours and lunch at
Dir
Hotel. Arrival at Islamabad by 2000 hours and transfer to hotel.
12 July 2008 0800 hours End of Services.
Cost of the package
Cost Per Pax: US $ 850/- For Group of 10 pax
Package cost includes:
Transportation from Islamabad to Shandur/Kalash and back to Islamabad.
Meals 3 times on way to Shandur and back to Islamabad including
camping meals at Shandur.
Hotel Charges at Chitral on arrival from Islamabad and return from
Shandur Camp and at Kalash .One night stay in centrally air
conditioned hotel in Rawalpindi for the group on arrival and one
night
stay after arrival from Chitral.
Guide services throughout the trips from Islamabad to Islamabad.
Tented accommodation, mattress, blankets, sleeping bags, lighting,
heating etc. at Shandur.
Cost Not Included in the Package & Limitation:
The package will not cover other contingency cost and health issues
Hotel and tent accommodation is on double occupancy basis
Personal items, like warm cloths, sun protection glasses and cream,
lotion, medicines are not covered under this package.
The operator will not take any responsibility for any natural and
environmental condition, which affects the plan itinerary.
All additional cost will be bear by the group members in collective
or individual capacity.
The team members have to ensure from the Doctor at Home station that
there will be no health complication to go on 12500 feet high polo
ground.
Basic health facilities will be available at Shandur on demand.
Very basic facilities will be available at Shandur, however, the
team members have to ensure some high value energy food at Shandur.
Be adequately equipped with clothes for harsh change of temperatures
that can happen anytime.
Alpine trekkers and Tours bring you complete information on various
tourist destinations in Pakistan. Alpine Trekkers and Tours promises
to offer you all the help to make your tour to Pakistan an exciting
and memorable affair. A tour to adventure and the historical sites of
Pakistan is a wonderful experience .For tour packages or hotel
bookings in Pakistan; all you have to do is to email us at:
info@alpine . com .pk
umbreenzaidi@yahoo . com
Best Deals on highest quality adventure and cultural holiday options
this season:
=95 Northern Areas packages ( discover heaven on earth)
=95 Trekking and Mountaineering
=95 K - 2 Trekking
=95 Alexander
=95 Buddha
=95 Cultural tours
=95 Skurdu_Biking
=95 Morcopolo
=95 Silk Road
=95 Hiking
=95 Rock Climbing
=95 White Water Rafting
=95 Customized Hot Air Ballooning for groups/events (nationwide)
=95 The Great Mughuls
=95 Honey moon Packages
Plus more!!
For adventure and cultural holiday options, you may also directly
contact the organizers at
* w w w .alpine . com .pk/
Contact: ALPINE TREKKERS & TOURS PRIVATE LIMITED
Mobile No. 92-300-8502223
Ph: 92-51-5896894
E-Mail : info@alpine . com .pk
umbreenzaidi@yahoo . com
Ministry of Tourism Govt.Licence #: 307-
PATA USA Member# 022012
Dear Folks,
I am Umbreen from Alpine Trekkers and Tours. We are arranging for a 8
Days Trip - Islamabad to Shandur Polo Match and back to Islamabad
including Visit to Kalash Valley to see Greeks Tribes the Decendents
of Alexander The Great!
Polo Lovers; for further details please contact me at
umbreenzaidi@yahoo . com or info@alpine . com .pk
8Days Trip - Islamabad to Shandur Polo Match and back to Islamabad
including Visit to Kalash Valley to see Greeks Tribes the Decendents
of Alexander the Great
The most exciting polo tournament of the entire Northern Pakistan, is
played on top of Shandur Pass, around 3,700 meters above sea level. It
is a place unique and exotic in itself, surrounded by some of the most
spectacular mountain scenery in the world. The event marks the annual
rivalry between the polo teams of Gilgit and Chitral. The Polo
tournament has some added attractions for the visitors; trout fishing
at the nearby streams and lakes and a festival of folk dances and
music of the Northern Pakistan.
Highlight of the festival:
The highlight of the festival is the final match between the Gilgit
and Chitral teams. The final provides a most colorful spectacle.
Supporters of both sides travel long distances from the remote parts
of Chitral and Gilgit, to watch the thrilling game. The event, as
such, offers a fascinating insight into the lifestyle of the people of
this region. Their culture and indigenous customs are a delight to
behold for the visitors.
Back ground:
The first time a polo tournament took place at the Shandur Pass, was
in 1936. A British Political Agent, Major Cobb, who was fond of
playing polo under a full moon, had the polo ground near Shandur,
named, "Moony Polo Ground".
English word 'Polo" is a Balti word meaning, "ball". Now a day, there
are six players to a side, but this is by no means a rule in local
polo games. There was no limit to the number of players and no time
limit. Whichever team scored nine goals first, was the winner. The
present game with a team of six players in a side, lasts one hour with
a ten minute break.
Festival Information:
It is advisable to be there one day in advance to enjoy all the
offerings of the festival. An activity at Shandur includes dance and
music performances by different groups, trout fishing, mountaineering,
trekking, hiking and of course, horse riding. Crystal clear lakes,
snow covered mountains, alpine flowers and vast stretches of green
grass, are added attractions.
Facilities
A tourist tent village with restaurant facilities is sprung up during
the tournament. Merchants from Peshawar, Chitral and Gilgit set up
souvenir and folk craft shops. The tournament offers visitors and
opportunity to mix with the locals.
ITINERARY:
Tour Duration: 8day(s)
Group Size: 10 and above
Specialty Categories: Festival Tours Camping
Season: July
5 July 2008: Arrival of group, Transfer to Centrally air condition
hotel.
6 July 2008: Departure from Islamabad by HILUX at 0500 hours.
Lunch at Al-Manzar Hotel Dir at 1200 hours.
Departure to Chitral, arrival at Chitral by 1700 hours, overnight at
PTDC or Tarichmir View Hotel Chitral.
7 July 2008:
After breakfast drive to Shandur pass, a very scenic drive through
the scenic villages of laspur, Pack lunch on way to be consumed at
Mastuj or any where you like. Arrival at Shandur 1600 hours. Transfer
to tented accommodation,
specially established for the group.
8 July 2008: Join the thousands of Pakistanis who travel to the far
north of the country for the world=92s highest polo tournament, set at
over 11,000 feet above sea level. It=92s not just the location that
makes this event unique, the tournament also uses a set of rules that
are over 800 years old making it very different from =91modern=92 polo
matches. The festive atmosphere, cut-throat competition, and remote
location certainly make this one of the world=92s most entertaining polo
tournaments. During the day enjoy the polo match and evening local
music and dancing. Meals and overnight in tents.
9 July, 2008: Final match will be played between the top teams of
Chitral and Gilgit. VVIPs graced the occasion for prize distribution
to winning and runner =96up teams. Departure back to Chitral at 1400
hours and arrival at Chitral 2200 hours. Transferred to hotel for
overnight stay.
10 July, 2008: Full day Kalash valley excursion to explore the
centuries old traditions and unique life style. The Kalash tribes
living in the three isolated valleys of Bomboret, Rambur and Birir in
the heart of Hindukush are famed to be the descendents of army of the
Alexander the Great, who passed this remote region in 326 BC. Visiting
the traditional Kalash houses to. At Evening enjoy the Kalash dance
and music. Overnight stay at PTDC or Gluxey Hotel Bumburet
Kalash.
11 July 2008 Departure to Islamabad at 0500 hours and lunch at
Dir
Hotel. Arrival at Islamabad by 2000 hours and transfer to hotel.
12 July 2008 0800 hours End of Services.
Cost of the package
Cost Per Pax: US $ 850/- For Group of 10 pax
Package cost includes:
Transportation from Islamabad to Shandur/Kalash and back to Islamabad.
Meals 3 times on way to Shandur and back to Islamabad including
camping meals at Shandur.
Hotel Charges at Chitral on arrival from Islamabad and return from
Shandur Camp and at Kalash .One night stay in centrally air
conditioned hotel in Rawalpindi for the group on arrival and one
night
stay after arrival from Chitral.
Guide services throughout the trips from Islamabad to Islamabad.
Tented accommodation, mattress, blankets, sleeping bags, lighting,
heating etc. at Shandur.
Cost Not Included in the Package & Limitation:
The package will not cover other contingency cost and health issues
Hotel and tent accommodation is on double occupancy basis
Personal items, like warm cloths, sun protection glasses and cream,
lotion, medicines are not covered under this package.
The operator will not take any responsibility for any natural and
environmental condition, which affects the plan itinerary.
All additional cost will be bear by the group members in collective
or individual capacity.
The team members have to ensure from the Doctor at Home station that
there will be no health complication to go on 12500 feet high polo
ground.
Basic health facilities will be available at Shandur on demand.
Very basic facilities will be available at Shandur, however, the
team members have to ensure some high value energy food at Shandur.
Be adequately equipped with clothes for harsh change of temperatures
that can happen anytime.
Alpine trekkers and Tours bring you complete information on various
tourist destinations in Pakistan. Alpine Trekkers and Tours promises
to offer you all the help to make your tour to Pakistan an exciting
and memorable affair. A tour to adventure and the historical sites of
Pakistan is a wonderful experience .For tour packages or hotel
bookings in Pakistan; all you have to do is to email us at:
info@alpine . com .pk
umbreenzaidi@yahoo . com
Best Deals on highest quality adventure and cultural holiday options
this season:
=95 Northern Areas packages ( discover heaven on earth)
=95 Trekking and Mountaineering
=95 K - 2 Trekking
=95 Alexander
=95 Buddha
=95 Cultural tours
=95 Skurdu_Biking
=95 Morcopolo
=95 Silk Road
=95 Hiking
=95 Rock Climbing
=95 White Water Rafting
=95 Customized Hot Air Ballooning for groups/events (nationwide)
=95 The Great Mughuls
=95 Honey moon Packages
Plus more!!
For adventure and cultural holiday options, you may also directly
contact the organizers at
* w w w .alpine . com .pk/
Contact: ALPINE TREKKERS & TOURS PRIVATE LIMITED
Mobile No. 92-300-8502223
Ph: 92-51-5896894
E-Mail : info@alpine . com .pk
umbreenzaidi@yahoo . com
Ministry of Tourism Govt.Licence #: 307-
PATA USA Member# 022012
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