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Pakistan · Hidden Gems
The journey
Explore some of the most breathtaking locations in Pakistan on this 7-day journey through Skardu and the Deosai Plateau region. Discover a landscape rich in natural beauty, history, and culture, from the serene Upper and Lower Kachura Lakes and the turquoise waters of Sadpara Lake to the heritage of Shigar Fort and the historic Chaqchan Mosque. Visit the spectacular Manthoka Waterfalls, enjoy the rugged beauty of Xokh Nala, and experience the vast scenery of Deosai, known as the "Land of Giants." This tour offers a memorable way to uncover the hidden wonders of Baltistan.
Visit Upper and Lower Kachura Lake.
From the itinerary
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Day by day
Fly from Benazir International Airport, Islamabad, to Skardu Airport.
Meet your guide and/or driver at the airport.
Drive to Shangrila Resort for a tour.
Visit Upper and Lower Kachura Lake.
Drive to Xokh Nala (water stream), if time allows.
Continue to the city and check in at the hotel for lunch.
Rest at the hotel or drive around Skardu city and the bazaar area.
Overnight stay in Skardu.
Drive through the cold desert to Shigar Valley.
Visit the Shigar Fort Residence and walk around Shigar, if desired.
Hike to Jarba Xho - an optional 1-hour walk one way for hikers only.
Overnight stay in Skardu.
Depart for the Deosai Plateau.
Stop at Sadpara Lake and enjoy a picnic lunch at Deosai Plateau.
Drive back to Skardu and rest at the hotel, or hike to Kharpocho Fort (45-minute hike, subject to time).
Overnight stay in Skardu.
Drive to Ghanche district.
Visit the Sailing village and fish farms.
Drive to Khaplu Fort Residence.
Visit the Chaqchan Mosque.
Overnight stay in Khaplu or Skardu.
Depart from Skardu for Kharmang district.
Drive to the Manthoka Waterfalls.
Overnight stay in Skardu.
Transfer to Shangrila Resort for a full free day at the resort.
Overnight stay at Shangrila Resort Hotel.
Depart from Skardu Airport for your flight to Islamabad.
The route
The fine print
Licensed professional Pakistani guide (government requirement).
Airport transfer on the first and last day in Islamabad.
All domestic road transfers.
All hotel accommodation on a twin-sharing basis.
Half-board hotel meals (breakfast and dinner).
RVT support staff (assistant(s), etc.).
Travel insurance (recommendations only).
Visa to Pakistan (supporting documents will be offered).
International airfare and domestic airfare.
Meals: lunch is not included.
Personal equipment (clothes, boots, etc.).
Tips for Pakistani guides, porters, staff, etc.
Miscellaneous expenses (drinks, phone calls, laundry, souvenirs, etc.).
Warm clothes
Personal medicine
7-day tour to Skardu, Deosai Plateau, and Baltistan, Pakistan.
Itinerary code: 7 Days.
Mode of transport: air travel (flight).
This 7-day tour covers Skardu, Shigar, Ghanche, and Kharmang, Pakistan.
Logistics
Your 7 days finish where they began, in Skardu.
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