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The journey
Experience the blissful natural beauty of northern Pakistan on this 6-day tour from Islamabad. Delight in the sublime atmospheric beauty of Chilas, visit the picturesque Khachura Lakes and Shiger Valley in the Skardu region, amble about in the alpine village of Khaplu, and explore Deosai National Park, the world's second-highest plateau. Along the way, see historic forts, lively local markets, and striking mountain landscapes, including views toward Masherbrum Peak and the habitat of the Himalayan Brown Bears.
There are no trees here, only flowers and the famous Himalayan Brown Bears.
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Day by day
Leave early in the morning from Rawalpindi or Islamabad and travel towards Hassan Abdal.
On reaching Abbottabad, make the tour's first stopover at Mansehra.
Resume your drive towards Chilas and enjoy the picturesque views of Besham and Dassu along the way.
Arrive in Chilas and check in to the Shangrila Chilas Hotel for an overnight stay.
After breakfast at the hotel, proceed towards Jaglot and then continue on to the Gilgit-Skardu Road.
Reach the Khachura region, located 30 kilometres from Skardu city.
Visit the famous Khachura Lakes and delight in their tranquil beauty.
Overnight stay in Khachura.
Visit Upper Khachura Lake, just a 20-minute walk from Shangrila Lake in Lower Khachura, and spend one hour there.
Set out on a journey towards Khaplu Valley via Skardu city. Located 102 km from the city, Khaplu is a gateway to many of the highest peaks in the world and offers a striking view of Masherbrum Peak.
Visit Khaplu Fort and Mosque Chanqchan in the evening.
Retreat to Karakoram Lodge or Serena Hotel in Khaplu for an overnight stay.
Enjoy a hearty breakfast at the hotel and then travel towards Shiger Valley, the gateway to K2 and Broad Peak.
Visit Shiger Fort and explore the cold desert.
Continue to Skardu, where you can explore the lively market and shop to your heart's content.
Overnight stay in PTDC K2 Motel or an alternative in Skardu, based on the package.
Set out early in the morning towards Deosai National Park, the world's second-highest plateau. There are no trees here, only flowers and the famous Himalayan Brown Bears.
Take a half-day tour of the national park by 4x4 Jeep.
Drive back to Skardu, check out of the hotel, and leave for a 6-hour drive towards Chilas.
Overnight stay in Chilas.
Enjoy a hearty breakfast at Shangrila Chilas and proceed towards Rawalpindi/Islamabad.
Stop over at Besham for lunch.
Reach Islamabad by evening.
Where this trip takes you
Khachura Lakes, Khaplu Valley and Deosai National Park
The route
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Your 6 days finish where they began, in Abbottabad.
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