The route
The Karakoram Highway (N-35) runs from Hasan Abdal near Islamabad through Besham, Chilas, Gilgit and Hunza to Khunjerab Pass on the Chinese border at 4,693 m.
Where to stop
Common night stops are Besham or Chilas, then Gilgit and Karimabad. Along the way are the Shatial and Chilas rock carvings, the junction of three great mountain ranges near Jaglot, and Rakaposhi viewpoint.
Safety tips
Avoid driving after dark, check road conditions for landslides during the monsoon, and keep fuel topped up north of Gilgit. Khunjerab is usually open from spring to late autumn and closes in winter.
