With our’ expert and knowledgeable guides, visitors can explore Skardu Valley in a way that is both safe and authentic. our tour packages and top-notch services ensure that visitors can enjoy a hassle-free experience while exploring the best of what this stunning mountain valley has to offer. Skardu Valley’s natural beauty, including its surrounding mountains and stunning lakes, make it a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers. Visitors can enjoy trekking, boating, and other outdoor activities, all while taking in the breathtaking scenery of the Karakoram and Himalayan mountain ranges. Additionally, Skardu Valley’s rich cultural heritage and traditional way of life provide a unique opportunity for cultural exploration, with historic forts and other cultural landmarks offering a glimpse into the region’s rich history. Whether you’re seeking adventure, relaxation, or cultural immersion, a visit to Skardu Valley with Hunza Explorers is an experience not to be missed.
Itinerary:
Day 01: Islamabad
Arrival at the airport in Islamabad, our guide and driver will meet you upon your arrival at the airport. After meeting and greetings, our staff will take you to your hotel in Islamabad.
Day 02: Islamabad – Chilas OR fly to Skardu
Drive to Chilas via Karakoram Highway OR via Naran valley if the babusar pass is open, en-route we will stop for lunch and photography, arrive in Chilas and transfer to the hotel OR if we fly this day to Skardu, we will spend rest of the day with exploring Skardu town.
Day 03: Chilas – Skardu OR Explore Around
Drive to Skardu, capital of Baltistan (height 2,438m) located in the backdrop of great peaks of the Karakoram mountain range. Baltistan is known as the “Little Tibet” and it is a cluster of mountain peaks and glaciers. Five valleys of Baltistan-Skardu, Shigar, Khaplu, Rondu and Kharmang are noted for their juicy peaches, apricots, apples and pears. Today we will drive on a narrow road along the Indus river. We will make short stop at the beautiful small villages along the way. Arrival in Skardu and transfer to hotel OR Explore main tourists attractions of Skardu including Sadpara Lake, sacred rocks of Skardu and Upper Kachura Lake.
Day 04: Skardu – Khapulu Village
Drive to Khaplu Valley, en route we will visit Shigar valley – gateway to the great mountain peaks of the Karakorams, i.e Gasherbrum Peak and K-2. We will visit the 400 years old Wooden Mosque and Shigar Fortth, later we will drive to Khaplu through scenic valley of the Shyok River located 103 km from Skardu. Arrine Khaplu and transfer to the hotel.
Day 05: Khaplu
Day to explore around, today we will visit Khaplu fort and explore the valley.
Day 06: Khaplu – Hushe Valley
Drive to Hushe, the gateway to Mashabrum and Gondogoro la. We will explore the villages along the way. Arrive in Hushe and explore around. Visit the old mosque, meet the locals.
Day 07: Hushe Valley – Skardu
Drive back to Skardu, arrive i Skardu and check in to the hotel, rest of the day to explore around.
Day 08: Skardu – Besham
Drive to Besham via Karakorum Highway, en route we will stop at junction point of 3 great mountain ranges, viewpoint of Nanga Parbat and for lunch at Chilas. Arrive in Besham and transfer to the hotel
Day 09: Besham – Taxila – Islamabad
Drive to Islamabad. En route we will visit Taxila museum and the heritage sites, later drive to Islamabad. Arrive in Islamabad and transfer to the hotel.
Day 10: Rawalpindi/Islamabad – Fly to destination
Day to explore the twin city “Rawalpindi & Islamabad”. Today we will visit Faisal Mosque, Margala hills, Pakistan monument at Shaker Pariya and explore Raja baazzar in Rawalpindi. In the evening/night drive to the airport in Islamabad. Our service ends here and you will fly to destination.
