History of Pakistan
Pakistan, a young nation created with the partition of British India in 1947, is intertwined with the history of India and the broader Indian subcontinent.
Articles about Pakistan
Lahore Fort, Pakistan
Lahore Fort is the main attraction in Lahore's old walled city, housing the marble palaces, mosques, and lush gardens from the city's golden age under the Mughal dynasty, when Lahore became the place of royal…
Skardu Valley, Pakistan
The Skardu Valley is located in Gilgit-Baltistan in Pakistan, on the Indus River which separates the Karakoram range from the Himalayas.
Wazir Khan Mosque, Pakistan
The Wazir Khan Mosque in Lahore, Pakistan, is said to be the most beautiful and most ornately decorated Mughal-era mosque.
Elements of Mosque Architecture
The word "mosque" often brings to mind not this simple prayer space, but the ornately decorated monuments built by powerful Islamic rulers.
History of Mosques in Iran and Central Asia
During the Islamic period of Iran, glazed bricks were used to create breathtaking and mesmerising wall and ceiling designs in mosques. Click through to read more.
Advice for Mature-Aged Solo Travellers
Advice for solo travellers seeking advice on holidays for solo travellers over 50. Odyssey has been offering small group tours for mature and senior travellers all around the world since 1983.
Affordable small group tours with Odyssey Alumni
Affordable small group tours with Odyssey Alumni For Odyssey Travellers who regularly travel with us over a number of years, the organisation offers a three level Alumni loyalty program. This […]
Benefits of a small group tour for the mature and senior traveller
Article details the benefits of a small group tour for mature and senior travellers, whether travelling as a couple or solo, in your 60's or beyond in your 80's. Advice on choosing a responsible touring company and things to consider post pandemic.
Packing advice for Odyssey Traveller’s small group escorted learning tours
Packing advice for mature and senior travellers taking a long haul flight to commence their vacation and a small group tour. Some travel tips on how to look at packing and organisation to minimise disruption to your vacation. Advice for couples and solo traveler joining a walking tour or discovery tours
Older travellers; Travel in your 80s and beyond
Older Travellers; Travel in your 80’s and beyond For curious and adventurous individuals, the thirst for new experiences doesn’t cease with age. Wanting to discover more about the world doesn’t stop when you get older,…
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This 16-day small group tour for couples and solo travellers explores the long history and colourful culture of Pakistan, and begins in Karachi, Pakistan’s largest city, and ends in its vibrant capital, Islamabad, includes Lahore fort and Skardu valley.
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