Murree & Galiyat day trip from Islamabad: Chair lift and lunch

Escape the city bustle and share a peaceful day with loved ones in Murree’s hills

A full-day tour from Islamabad to Murree, Pakistan's busiest hill station 55 kilometres away, with private transport, a chair lift ride over the town, lunch in Nathiagali, and return transport. The early morning start and fixed itinerary fit the day into eight to ten hours. Live English-speaking guide and hotel pickup are included.

Step-by-step itinerary

Full day Murree and Galiyat excursion

• Start early morning from Islamabad/Rawalpindi
• Travel towards Murree
• Ride chair lift at Patriata
• Travel to Nathiagali
• Have lunch in Nathiagali
• Return to Islamabad

The experience

Eight to ten hours gets you from Islamabad to Murree and back, with a driver and private vehicle handling the 55-kilometre route both ways. The day starts early morning from Islamabad or Rawalpindi, and the pace is built around three stops: the chair lift at Patriata for views across Murree, lunch in Nathiagali, and the return journey. Transport, fuel and parking are all arranged. You show up and the vehicle does the rest.

The chair lift is the centerpiece. It climbs above the town and gives you the vantage most visitors come for. After you descend, the route moves to Nathiagali for lunch before heading back down to Islamabad. Murree itself draws millions of domestic tourists year-round, so the early start and fixed schedule are what keep the day from dissolving into traffic and crowds.

What’s included

• Private transportation with a driver.
• chair lift tickets at Patriata.
• lunch in Nathiagali.
• fuel surcharge and parking fees.
• hotel pickup from Islamabad or Rawalpindi.
• live English-speaking guide.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 07:30 and 09:00

Book up to8h before

AgesAdult (13 to 65 years) · Child (3 to 12 years) · Infant (under 3): free

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 21 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 or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 3 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelInfant seats availablePublic transport nearby

Operated by Worldwise Travels

Is this one for you?Book this if you're based in Islamabad and want a guided full-day trip with private transport and chair lift included. You'll skip the drive yourself and navigate Murree's crowds with a guide.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (3 to 12 years); Infant (under 3): free.

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.

How far is Murree from Islamabad?

Murree is 55 kilometres from Islamabad, a drive of roughly one to two hours depending on traffic and road conditions.

What does the chair lift at Patriata show you?

The chair lift at Patriata offers scenic views across Murree and the surrounding hills. It is the main viewpoint stop on the itinerary.

Where do you have lunch on this tour?

Lunch is in Nathiagali, a mountain town further up from Murree, and it is included in the package.

What time does the day start?

The tour starts early morning from Islamabad or Rawalpindi. Your hotel pickup is included, so the driver collects you and the day begins from there.

Is the chair lift ticket included in the price?

Yes, chair lift tickets are included along with private transport, lunch, fuel surcharge and parking fees.