QiyamPK Travel Journal
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Discover Pakistan through authentic local insights, hidden valleys, culinary trails, and expert host advice.
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Peshawar Old City Guide: Qissa Khwani Bazaar, Namak Mandi & the Food Traveler's Route
Peshawar is one of South Asia's oldest continuously inhabited cities. This practical guide covers the Old City's famous bazaars, the food streets every traveler talks about, and how to visit safely and respectfully.
By Salar Umair Β· 9 min read Β· 2 Oct 2026
Islamabad Weekend Getaways: 7 Day Trips Within 3 Hours of the Capital
You do not need to travel far from Islamabad to find forests, waterfalls, ancient ruins, and cool mountain air. These seven day trips are all within a three-hour drive and can be done without a guide.
Salar Umair
2 Oct 2026
Hunza Valley on a Budget: The Complete 2026 Backpacker Guide
How to reach Karimabad, what a day in Hunza really costs, where to sleep for under PKR 3,000, and the views that make the long road north worth every hour.
QiyamPK Editorial
23 Jul 2026
Best Hostels in Lahore: The 2026 Backpacker's Guide to Budget Stays
From the Walled City to Gulberg, here is exactly where to stay in Lahore on a backpacker budget β real prices, the safest areas, and how to book verified beds with JazzCash.
QiyamPK Editorial
23 Jul 2026
Solo Female Travel in Pakistan: Safe Stays & the Complete 2026 Guide
Pakistan is more welcoming to solo women than its reputation suggests. Here is how to travel smart, what to expect, and how to find genuinely female-safe places to stay.
QiyamPK Editorial
23 Jul 2026
Naran & Kaghan Valley: The Ultimate Summer Escape Guide
Saif-ul-Malook lake, Lulusar meadows, Babusar Pass β this Hazara gem hits different in July and August.
Usman Ahmed
10 May 2026
7 Booking Tips That Save Pakistan Travelers Thousands of Rupees
From JazzCash discounts to off-peak windows and QiyamPK deal stacking β these insider tips work year-round.
Bilal Khan
3 May 2026
K2 Base Camp Trek: Complete Guide for Trekkers (Permit, Cost, Route)
The second-highest mountain on earth. The most technical base camp approach. Here's everything you need to know before applying for your permit.
Farhan Malik
1 May 2026
The Complete Traveler's Guide to Lahore β Culture, Food & Where to Stay
Lahore is Pakistan's cultural capital β Mughal monuments, legendary street food, and a hostel scene that punches well above its weight.
QiyamPK Team
28 Apr 2026
How I Started a Guesthouse in Hunza β A Host's Story
Zafar converted his family home into a 12-bed guesthouse in 2023. He now earns more than he did in Karachi. Here's his story.
Zafar Hussain
20 Apr 2026