Private Khewra Salt Mine Day Tour From Lahore & Islamabad

Overview

It Was Discovered By The Horses Of ALEXANDER THE GREAT Near About 326BC. Discover & Explore two of Pakistan's most extraordinary landmarks on one unforgettable private journey from Lahore & Islamabad. Explore the breathtaking Khewra Salt Mine—the world's second-largest salt mine—famous for its illuminated tunnels, underground mosque, and centuries-old Himalayan pink salt. Then step into the timeless beauty of the Katas Raj Temples, a sacred Hindu pilgrimage site with over 1,500 years of history, surrounded by legends and stunning architecture. With comfortable private transport, hotel pickup from Lahore or Islamabad, and an experienced English-speaking guide, this exclusive tour offers authentic stories, hidden insights, and a personalized experience that goes far beyond a typical sightseeing trip.

Itinerary

1. Katas Raj Temples

   Katas Raj Temple is an important Hindu Temple situated in the Chakwal district of Punjab (Pakistan). It is a valuable piece of history and architecture, dedicated to the Hindu god Shiva, the temple has existed since the days of Mahabharata. As the legend says, at the death of Shiva’s wife Satti, he wept so much that his tears created two holy ponds - one at Ajmer in India and the other at Katas/Ketas, which literally means “raining eyes” in Sanskrit. The deserted temples, fort, bathhouses and rest houses surrounded a pool sacred to Shiva, and it is here that thousands of Hindus used to flock every April to bathe. Most of the temples were built during the reign of Hindu kings around 900 years ago or more, although the earliest of the Katas Raj temples dates back to the later half of the 6th century AD. The government of Pakistan is taking a keen interest to preserve/protect & rest restore it. Here you can see a wonderland of nature in Pakistan.

   · 1 h· Admission included

2. Khewra Salt Mine

   The salt range is an area of great natural beauty that lies between the Jhelum & Indus rivers in Punjab in Pakistan. It is a low mountain range, rich in Salt and other minerals and teeming with wildlife. It is also called the ‘Museum of Geology’ where rocks from pre-Cambrian period (millions of years old) to the present times are found. The area contains some stunning places with a number of specific attractions, including the largest Salt mine in Asia , and 2nd largest in the world after Poland. There are also famous Hindu Temples like Ketas Temples very close to Salt Mines.

   · 2 h· Admission included

Pickup

Pickup or meet at the departure point.

1. Free pickup from all hotels or places in Lahore & Islamabad city. 2. Airport pickup also available from Allama Iqbal International Airport & Islamabad International Airport. 3. Please send us your hotel name and address after booking. 4. Our driver/guide will call/message you on your WhatsApp 11 hours before pickup. 5. Please be ready in hotel lobby 05 minutes. 6: We can also arrange to open and see those places inside the Salt Mines & Katas Raj Temple with mutual understandings which is not open for a common tourist . (Optional)

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What to know before you go

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Travelers

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

• From 1 days before : 100% refunded
• From 0 days before : 0% refunded

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