Harappa Archaeological Site Tour with Hazrat Farid Shrine

Two millennia of settlement at one Bronze Age site, with a 13th-century shrine revered across faiths

A ten-hour guided tour of Harappa archaeological site in Punjab, Pakistan, 24 kilometres west of Sahiwal, explores the Bronze Age Indus Valley Civilization that extended from Gujarat to Uttar Pradesh. The itinerary includes Hazrat Farid Shrine, where the 13th-century Punjabi mystic Bābā Farīd is revered by Muslims, Hindus and Sikhs alike. Lunch, bottled water and air-conditioned transport are included. A live guide speaks English, Spanish, Italian, French or one additional language.

Step-by-step itinerary

Explore Harappa and Hazrat Farid Shrine

• Visit Harappa archaeological site
• Tour Harappan civilisation area
• Visit Hazrat Farid Shrine

The experience

Ten hours covers the archaeological layers at Harappa itself (the site that gave the entire Indus Valley Civilization its name) plus the shrine dedicated to Fariduddin Masūd Ganjshakar, the 13th-century poet and preacher whose influence crossed religious lines. The Harappan core extended from Gujarat south across Sindh and Rajasthan into Punjab and Haryana, with outlying settlements reaching as far east as Uttar Pradesh and west toward the Iranian border. This tour anchors you at the place where the civilization was first identified.

An air-conditioned vehicle picks you up and carries you through the day. Lunch is provided. Bottled water comes on board. The guide speaks your choice of English, Spanish, Italian, French or another language, and stays with the group throughout. WiFi is available during transport.

Children from age three are welcome. The site and all surfaces are wheelchair accessible, and specialized infant seats are available if you need them. Breakfast and dinner are not included, so plan accordingly if the ten-hour window extends into meal times.

What’s included

• WiFi on board.
• bottled water.
• lunch.
• all fees and taxes.
• air-conditioned vehicle with pickup included.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 09:00

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AgesAdult (19 to 30 years) · Senior (31 and older) · Youth (11 to 18 years) · Child (6 to 10 years) · Infant (3 to 5 years) · Under 3: can't be booked

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish, Spanish, French, German and Italian

Audio guideEnglish, Spanish, French, German and Italian

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.You can choose from 5 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller-friendlyInfant seats availablePublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Pakistan Tour with Qaisar Hussain

Is this one for you?Groups of mixed ages and mobility levels work well here: children from three onward are welcome, and the site is fully wheelchair accessible. The ten-hour span with lunch included suits a full day of exploration without the need to arrange separate meals or transport.

Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Spanish, French, German and Italian.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (11 to 18 years); Child (6 to 10 years); Infant (3 to 5 years). Children under 3 can't be included in the booking.

What is the Indus Valley Civilization, and why is Harappa the name for it?

The Indus Valley Civilization, also called the Harappan civilization, was a Bronze Age culture that extended across a vast area from Gujarat in the south through Sindh, Rajasthan, Punjab and Haryana. Harappa, an archaeological site 24 kilometres west of Sahiwal in Punjab, Pakistan, was the place where this civilization was first identified, so the entire culture took its name from this site.

Who was Hazrat Farid, and why is his shrine part of this tour?

Fariduddin Masūd Ganjshakar, known as Bābā Farīd or Sheikh Farid, was a 13th-century Punjabi Muslim mystic, poet and preacher. He remains one of the most revered Muslim mystics of South Asia and is honored by Muslims, Hindus and Sikhs alike, making his shrine a significant spiritual landmark alongside the archaeological site.

How far is Harappa from Sahiwal, and what is the landscape like on the way?

Harappa lies 24 kilometres (15 miles) west of Sahiwal in Punjab. The site sits near the former course of the Ravi River, which now runs eight kilometres to the north. The modern village of Harappa takes its name from this geography.