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Explore Skardu and Hunza

Two Great Scenic Destinations in Northern Pakistan

Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan

8Days

March – October

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Skardu and Hunza are two highly picturesque destinations you can find in northern Pakistan. Domestic flights to Skardu are now more effectively operated, and the road from Skardu to Hunza has been improved to make it more accessible. Even just within the country’s north, you’ll find many wonderful sights to see and people to meet. Among these are the landscapes of the Skardu Valley created by the Indus River, the stunning orchards and mountains of Hunza—which some have described as a veritable “Shangri-la,” and the mountains of Upper Hunza. This tour can be enjoyed in different seasons: spring with its blossoming fruit trees, summer—the most popular choice—with its dazzling greenery, and autumn with its spectacular golden poplars. You will also visit Taxila, the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Gandhara archeological ruins.

Itinerary

01 Take a domestic flight from Islamabad to Skardu. Weather permitting, you’ll have a view of many high peaks, including Nanga Parbat, the world's ninth tallest mountain. Upon arrival, visit the Shigar valley, the gateway to the K2 climb.
02 Begin with a morning visit to the Sarfaranga Cold Desert, followed by a day trip to the Khaplu Valley along the Indus River and its tributaries.
03 A full-day visit to the Deosai Plateau (National Park), which is known as the “Garden in the Sky.” On the plateau, which is at an average altitude of 4,000m, you can observe alpine flowers and long-tailed marmots and birds. * The Deosai Plateau can be visited during seasons when it is not affected by snowfall, from mid-June to early October.
04 Travel from Skardu to Karimabad, the heart of Hunza. On the way, stop at the viewpoints of Nanga Parbat, the three major mountain junctions, and Rakaposhi.
05 A full-day visit to the Hunza Valley (including Baltit Fort, and Altit village the water channel walk). In the evening, enjoy the mountain scenery of the Karakoram mountain range from Duiker Hill, including views of both Spantik and Rakaposhi.
06 A full-day visit to Upper Hunza, featuring the Khunjerab Pass, which is on the border with China. Enjoy the mountain scenery of Upper Hunza, including Attabad Lake, the Hussaini Suspension Bridge, and the Passu Glacier.
07 Travel from Karimabad to Chilas.
08 Travel from Chilas to Islamabad. ＊During the summer, the route will take you via the Babusar Pass and Kagan Valley instead of the Karakoram Highway.

Information

Best time to visit
March – October
* The Deosai Plateau can be visited during seasons when it is not affected by snowfall, from mid-June to early October.

Itinerary
* Accommodations will be in Skardu or the Shigar Valley. It is recommended to stay for a couple of nights, as the Shigar Valley has resorts which offer many things to do.
* The Deosai Plateau (National Park), with an average elevation of 4200m, can usually be visited from mid-June to early October, and cannot be visited if there is heavy snowfall.
＊The accommodation in Hunza can be changed to Duiker Hill.

Tour Price
Please contact us. We will provide you with a quote based on your requirements, such as number of days, itinerary, number of people, accommodations, etc.

Other Notes
＊Domestic flights to Skardu have been operating without issue recently, but inclement weather can cause flight cancellations. In that event, overland travel from Islamabad to Skardu will take one to two full days.
＊ Driving hours on the Karakoram Highway section from Dassu to Chilas may be restricted due to the construction of a dam on the Indus River. In such cases, our travel time will be adjusted accordingly.