2-day Mohenjo-daro tour from Karachi: Ancient Indus Valley sites

Two days tracing the Indus Valley Civilization through its oldest major city

A 2-day guided tour of Mohenjo-daro, the ancient Indus Valley settlement built around 2500 BCE in Sindh, Pakistan, with private transportation and an English-speaking guide. The itinerary covers the Buddhist Stupa, Great Hall, Great Bath, Assembly Hall, College of Priests, and the Mohenjo-daro Archaeology Museum on day one, then Sateen Jo Aastan on the Indus riverbank on day two, where you can spot blind dolphins and see the Lansdowne Bridge. Pickup from Karachi is included. The nearest airport is Sukkur, about two hours from the site.

Step-by-step itinerary

Explore Mohenjo-daro archaeological site

• Visit the Buddhist Stupa
• See the Great Hall (Granary)
• Explore the Great Bath
• Tour the Assembly Hall
• Visit the College of Priests
• Explore Mohenjo-daro Archaeology Museum
• Visit Sateen Jo Aastan near Indus River
• Relax and spot blind dolphins

The experience

Mohenjo-daro, meaning "Mound of the Dead Men", sits in Sindh province as one of the world's earliest major cities, built around 2500 BCE and contemporaneous with ancient Egypt and Mesopotamia. The site was abandoned in the 19th century BCE and lay hidden until the 1920s. It became a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1980. A full day on the ground lets you move through the major structures without rushing: the Buddhist Stupa, the highest and most visible point in the ruins; the Great Hall, believed to be a granary; the Great Bath, an engineering feat of the ancient city; the Assembly Hall and College of Priests; and the Mohenjo-daro Archaeology Museum, which holds artifacts that explain what daily life looked like 4,500 years ago.

The second day takes you to Sateen Jo Aastan, located on the left bank of the Indus River near Rohri. The site centers on the tomb of Mir Ab Al-Qasim Namkeen and carries the folklore of the Seven Sisters. The Indus has shaped the landscape into something quiet and open. You can sit by the water, watch for the blind dolphins that live in this stretch of the river, and look across to the Lansdowne Bridge in the distance. The journey from Karachi is 12 hours by road, but private air-conditioned transport is included, and your guide speaks English throughout.

What’s included

• Private air-conditioned transport from Karachi.
• English-speaking guide for both days.
• entry to Mohenjo-daro archaeological site and its museum.
• access to Sateen Jo Aastan on the Indus riverbank.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 07:00

Book up to12h before

AgesAdult (18 to 60 years) · Senior (61 to 90 years) · Youth (11 to 17 years) · Child (3 to 10 years) · Infant (1 to 2 years)

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 2 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 4 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortPublic transport nearbyNot recommended with back problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Rocket Tourism

Is this one for you?Two full days lets you move through Mohenjo-daro's major structures without rushing and still reach the Indus River on day two: a pace that works for travelers who want depth rather than a quick overview, and who can commit the time to a long drive from Karachi.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (11 to 17 years); Child (3 to 10 years); Infant (1 to 2 years).

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What are the main structures I'll see at Mohenjo-daro itself?

The Buddhist Stupa is the highest and most prominent structure visible from across the site. You'll also see the Great Hall (believed to be a granary), the Great Bath, the Assembly Hall, and the College of Priests. The Mohenjo-daro Archaeology Museum holds artifacts and context for understanding how the city functioned.

How far is Mohenjo-daro from Karachi, and what's the drive like?

Mohenjo-daro is a 12-hour drive from Karachi. Private air-conditioned transport is included in the tour, so you travel in comfort. The nearest airport is Sukkur, about two hours from the archaeological site.

What happens on the second day at Sateen Jo Aastan?

Sateen Jo Aastan sits on the left bank of the Indus River near Rohri and centers on the tomb of Mir Ab Al-Qasim Namkeen. You can relax by the river, spot blind dolphins in the water, and see the Lansdowne Bridge in the background. The site is smaller than Mohenjo-daro but offers a peaceful riverside setting tied to local folklore.

Is a guide included, and what language do they speak?

Yes, a live guide in English is included throughout the 2-day tour. They accompany you at both Mohenjo-daro and Sateen Jo Aastan.

What's included in the price, and what do I need to arrange separately?

Private transportation, an air-conditioned vehicle, pickup from Karachi, and an English-speaking guide are all included. Food and drinks are not included in the package, so plan to bring water and arrange meals at stops along the route or in nearby towns.