# Gilgit Baltistan Autumn Tour > The Gilgit-Baltistan autumn tour from Skardu to Phandar and Hunza, and back to Islamabad via the Karakorum Highway, is a must-do adventure for all kinds of travelers, particularly photographers. This tour offers an incredible opportunity to witness the natural beauty of Gilgit-Ba… - **Page:** https://hunzaexplorer.com/tour/autumn/gilgit-baltistan-autumn-tour - **Duration:** 18 days - **Type:** Autumn Tours - **Price:** on request (depends on group size and dates) - **Operator:** Hunza Explorers ## Overview The Gilgit-Baltistan autumn tour from Skardu to Phandar and Hunza, and back to Islamabad via the Karakorum Highway, is a must-do adventure for all kinds of travelers, particularly photographers. This tour offers an incredible opportunity to witness the natural beauty of Gilgit-Baltistan during the autumn season, where you can capture stunning shots of the changing colors of the landscape. With Hunza Explorers, a team of expert guides, you can explore the stunning valleys, lakes, and mountain ranges of Gilgit-Baltistan. You will visit the breathtaking Phandar Valley and Hunza, where you can immerse yourself in the unique culture and hospitality of the locals. You will also get to experience the thrill of traveling on the Karakorum Highway, one of the highest paved roads in the world. Overall, the Gilgit-Baltistan autumn tour is an incredible journey that will leave you with unforgettable memories and photographs. ## Itinerary ### Day 1: Islamabad ### Day 2: Islamabad – Chilas ### Day 3: Chilas – Rama Lake (Astore valley) ### Day 4: Rama – Deosai Plains – Skardu ### Day 5: Skardu – Khaplu ### Day 6: Khaplu – Hushe Valley ### Day 7: Hushe – Shigar – Skardu ### Day 8: Skardu – Gilgit ### Day 9: Gilgit – Phandar/Gupis ### Day 10: Explore Phandar/Gupis or visit Shandur Pass (3700m) ### Day 11: Phandar/Gupis – Karimabad, (Central Hunza) ### Day 12: Karimabad – Altit – Duiker ### Day 13: Karimabad – Hoper Valley / Glacier – Ghulkin/Gulmit (Upper Hunza) ### Day 14: Khunjerab Pass (4693m) ### Day 15: Explore Ghulkin/Passu/Borith Lake/Passu glacier/Gulmit/Attabad Lake ### Day 16: Ghulkin/Gulmit – Besham ### Day 17: Besham – Islamabad ### Day 18: Fly out ## Included - Accommodation as per the confirmed itinerary - Daily breakfast, lunch and dinner (Full Board tours) - Private air-conditioned or suitable tourist transport - Services of a professional English-speaking tour guide - Experienced local driver - Airport transfers and transportation throughout the tour - Domestic flights as specified in the itinerary - All road tolls, parking fees and fuel charges - Entrance fees to listed attractions and historical sites - Sightseeing and excursions as mentioned in the itinerary - All applicable government taxes and service charges - Road permits and travel permissions where applicable - Bottled drinking water during journeys - 24/7 on-ground assistance from Hunza Explorers ## Not included - International flights to and from Pakistan - Pakistan entry visa and visa processing fees - Travel and medical insurance - Personal expenses and laundry - Beverages, including soft drinks, tea, coffee and alcoholic drinks - Tips and gratuities for guides, drivers and hotel staff - Optional activities and excursions not mentioned in the itinerary - Additional meals and snacks outside the agreed meal plan - Excess baggage charges - Early check-in and late check-out at hotels - Any additional accommodation or services resulting from flight delays, cancellations or unforeseen circumstances - Expenses arising from natural disasters, road closures, political unrest or other circumstances beyond our control - Any service not specifically mentioned under the Included section ## Frequently asked questions ### How many days is the Gilgit Baltistan Autumn Tour? It is a 18-day tour, and the day-by-day plan is on this page. We can lengthen or shorten it around your dates. ### Can I change the dates or the route? Yes. Every itinerary can be lengthened, shortened or rebuilt around your dates, pace and group, and we explain what the changes mean for the price. Send your dates with the Request to book form, or tell us what you have in mind on the Plan my trip page. ### Is anything charged when I send a request? No. Nothing is charged and nothing is booked until you agree to the plan. We check availability, reply with a day-by-day plan and a price, and you confirm only if you are happy with it. ### Can I travel on my own, as a couple or as a family? Yes. We plan private trips for one person, a couple, a family or friends, and we also have small-group departures if you would rather share the trip. Tell us how many of you are travelling and whether you would like to join a group. ### Can you help with my Pakistan visa? We can provide a visa invitation letter on request: tick it on the booking form or mention it in your message. Visa rules depend on your nationality, so please also check the official Pakistan visa information for your passport. ## How to book Send your dates and group size through https://hunzaexplorer.com/tour/autumn/gilgit-baltistan-autumn-tour/book or https://hunzaexplorer.com/contact-us. Hunza Explorers replies with a day-by-day plan and a price, and nothing is charged to inquire.