Begin your journey into the Gandhara Civilization as Travan Pakistan’s expert guide picks you up from Islamabad for a full-day exploration. Travel to Taxila, once the flourishing capital of Greater Gandhara, located in the cities of Taxila. Visit the Taxila Museum, home to artifacts from the 1st century BCE, including coins, sculptures, and ancient tools showcasing the brilliance of Gandhara art. Explore the Julian Monastery, a peaceful Buddhist monastery nestled on a hillside, where monks once meditated. End the day at the Dharmarajika Stupa, believed to house relics of Lord Buddha. These stupas and monasteries highlight the extent of Gandhara and its art and architecture. Return to Islamabad with impressions of a civilization shaped by Indo-Greek influence and Buddhist thought.

Drive through scenic valleys toward Khanpur Lake for a boat ride to Bhamala Monastery, where you’ll see a rare Sleeping Buddha statue from the 4th century—a gem of Gandhara art. This UNESCO-listed Buddhist monastery reflects the spiritual depth of Gandhara civilization history. After lunch, continue to Takht Bhai Monastery, perched atop a rugged hill. Dating back to the 1st century CE, it is one of the best-preserved historical sites in Pakistan. With commanding views and detailed stupas, this site embodies the art and architecture of the Gandhara regions, once linked to the Kabul Valley in Afghanistan. End the day with a local dinner and unwind in Peshawar city, once part of the ancient crossroads of trade, culture, and Buddhist learning.

Start with a visit to the Peshawar Museum, which houses one of the richest collections of Gandhara civilization art, including Buddha sculptures, friezes, and Indus Valley relics. This collection reveals the influence of the Indo-Greeks and the evolution of Buddhist imagery between the 1st century BCE and 5th century CE. Continue through Peshawar city, observing layers of history from Mughal to colonial, shaped by Alexander the Great and later Buddhist scholars. Visit Qissa Khwani Bazaar for cultural insight. After lunch, begin your return to Islamabad, reflecting on the spiritual legacy and artistic mastery preserved in the Gandhara Civilization Tour. Your Taxila, Takht Bhai & Peshawar tour package concludes with seamless travel support from Travan Pakistan, leaving you with unforgettable memories of ancient wisdom and beauty.