Six new hybrid buses deployed for sightseeing in major cities

LAHORE:The Tourism Development Corporation of Punjab (TDCP), under Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz's directive, has launched six new double-decker hybrid buses to expand sightseeing operations in Lahore, Rawalpindi, Multan, and Faisalabad.

This eco-friendly initiative aligns with the government’s vision of modernising tourism while highlighting Punjab’s cultural and historical heritage. Four buses have been added to Lahore's routes, including Gaddafi Stadium to Safari Zoo and Chauburji. Rawalpindi-Islamabad, Faisalabad, and Multan also received new and redeployed buses, covering key landmarks. The expansion aims to enhance tourism experiences with greener, modern transportation, attracting visitors from across Pakistan and abroad. TDCP has long been at the forefront of promoting tourism in Punjab. Existing double-decker bus tours in Lahore and other cities have attracted thousands of visitors, offering scenic routes that showcase Punjab’s vibrant history and modern attractions. By adding these six new hybrid buses, the department aims to enhance the sightseeing experience while reducing the carbon footprint.

With the introduction of these new buses, tourists can now enjoy improved routes and facilities designed to cater to the growing interest in sightseeing tours. In Lahore, four new hybrid buses have been deployed complementing the two already operating buses on existing routes. The new routes include Gaddafi Stadium to Lahore Safari Zoo, Gaddafi Stadium to Shadi Lal Building, Poonch House, and Chauburji. In the twin cities of Rawalpindi and Islamabad, the TDCP has deployed a new bus alongside the existing one vehicle. The buses will cover major attractions such as Allama Iqbal Park, Army Museum, Ayub National Park, and Joyland.

In Faisalabad, the TDCP has added one new and one redeployed bus from Lahore. These buses will offer tours to key locations, including Bagh-e-Jinnah, Lyallpur House, Zila Council, Allama Iqbal Library, the Clock Tower, Kaiseri Gate, Gumti, and the Tomb of Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan.

Multan’s growing tourism market has been strengthened with the addition of a redeployed bus from Lahore. This bus will cater to the tourists visiting the city’s rich cultural and historical landmarks.

The TDCP’s already popular double-decker tours in Lahore have been a significant drawer for tourists, offering immersive experiences of the city’s historical sites, gardens, and culinary hotspots. Similar initiatives in other cities like Rawalpindi and Islamabad have been instrumental in fostering tourism while offering affordable, comfortable, and scenic transportation for families, students, and foreign visitors.