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When you fly from Dar es Salaam to Islamabad with Qatar Airways, every detail is carefully designed to make your journey exceptional from the moment you board. Experience renowned hospitality as our attentive cabin crew welcomes you, ensuring you are well cared for throughout your flight. Step into a modern aircraft interior, where spacious seating and elegant design create a relaxing atmosphere. Settle in and explore Oryx One, our award-winning in-flight entertainment system, offering thousands of movies, TV shows and games. Whether you prefer a light snack or full-course meal, enjoy a menu of gourmet cuisine, freshly prepared and inspired by global flavours. With plush pillows, soft blankets and luxury amenity kits, you can rest in unmatched comfort and arrive feeling refreshed.
Start your journey effortlessly at Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR), a major transport hub situated just 12 kilometres from central Dar es Salaam. Head to the airport using the frequent bus or coach links, offering direct services to the terminals, or pre-book a taxi via your hotel.
Ensure that you arrive at Terminal 2, the international departures area, at least three hours before your flight to ensure a smooth process. You can unwind in a private lounge if you’re flying in First Class, or take a break in the spacious and comfortable waiting area if you're travelling in another class.
Before boarding, dine at several restaurants and food outlets offering light snacks and beverages. You can also shop for travel essentials or last-minute gifts at a duty-free store.
Islamabad, Pakistan's capital, welcomes you with its surprisingly green spaces and beautifully planned, wide, tree-lined boulevards. This thriving cultural, commercial and financial hub perfectly blends tradition with innovation and forward development, offering you a genuinely warm welcome. You will discover a vibrant and fascinating city, full of unique sights that make it a truly memorable destination in Asia.
For a peaceful escape, explore Islamabad’s beautiful parks, which offer a tranquil respite from the urban pace and city noise. Head up to Daman-e-Koh for a wonderful vantage point and panoramic view across the metropolis valley, an incredibly popular spot with a collection of very good restaurants for dining. You should also visit the vast Fatima Jinnah Park, which is considered one of the largest parks in South East Asia, providing huge expanses of open space for relaxation and recreation.
Delve into Pakistan's rich history and transport heritage at the Golra Pakistan Railways Heritage Museum, which celebrates the country's 19th-century rail infrastructure that was key to its growth as an international trading centre. To fully experience the local culture and past, take a trip to the ancient and carefully restored Saidpur Village in the foothills of the Margallas, where you can get up close with the Pakistani traditional crafts, music and authentic food.
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