Asalam O Alaikum Everyone,
This is very nice thread and I am happy that you guys are making your comments.
I have been travelling from Lahore to Islamabad from last 10 years approximately bi weekly.
Everyone who leaves for Islamabad via G.T Road from Lahore keep following things in mind it will help you save both time & money.
1- You should pack all your luggage at night along with all necessary checks with travelling vehicle(Oil,Tyre air pressure, water etc).
2- Leave as early as possible in the morning(best time is right after Fajar Prayer) from Lahore. It will save your time & fuel as well because after 7 O Clock you will start seeing heavy traffic on Shahdara Exit.
3- Travel through Gujranwala city instead of By-Pass because a large road maintainance is undergoing there.
4- Plan your breakfast in Gujrat City because meal rates are pretty fair there.
5- Take a good cup of tea or coffee on PSO Oil pump tuck shop right after crossing Jehlum Bridge on right side of road.
4- Visit Peer sohawa, Margalla , Lake View Point, Pakistan Monoment, F9 Park, Jungle Point, Islamabad Zoo in Islamabad.
5- In rawalpindi visit Jinnah park along with some fun on CinePax or Pappasallace.
6- Eat a fresh pizza on Tehzeeb bakers either in Blue Area Isb or in Sadar Rawalpindi.
7- Very cheap rates for Savor & Safiilo Icecream in Blue Area.