What is the best 3-day weekend itinerary from Islamabad to Nathia Gali? Day 1: Drive via Murree Expressway with lunch at Gloria Jean's Expressway, check into KPH Stay Nathia Gali Lodge. Day 2: Morning trek up Mukshpuri Peak or Miranjani, evening stroll along Dunga Gali Pipeline Track. Day 3: Scenic return via Abbottabad-Havelian CPEC Motorway.
Looking for the ultimate mountain road trip? This step-by-step 3-day itinerary takes you from the modern avenues of Islamabad into the high alpine pines of Nathia Gali with maximum scenic stops and zero travel hassle.
Day 1: Departure & Mountain Ascent
Depart Islamabad by 9:00 AM via the N-75 Murree Expressway. Enjoy the smooth tarmac climb with panoramic viewpoints. Check into KPH Stay 4-Bedroom Mountain Lodge by 1:00 PM for lunch and relaxing terrace views.