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Pakistan · Desert Safari
The journey
Embark on an 11-day journey through Pakistan's northern highlights, beginning with a flight from Islamabad to Skardu with weather-dependent views of Saifulmulak, Nanga Parbat, and K2. Explore scenic valleys, lakes, waterfalls, forts, historic mosques, and mountain viewpoints across Skardu, Khaplu, Shigar, Deosai, Nagar, Hunza, Naltar, and Gilgit. Experience the Sarfaranga Cold Desert safari, visit Baltit and Altit Fort, admire Attabad Lake and Passu Cones, and discover landmarks such as Kharpocho Fort and Buddha Rock. This tour combines natural beauty, cultural heritage, and leisure time across Gilgit-Baltistan.
Embark on an 11-day journey through Pakistan's northern highlights, beginning with a flight from Islamabad to Skardu with weather-dependent views of Saifulmulak, Nanga Parbat, and K2.
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At a glance
Day by day
Overnight at Tibet Hotel/Concordia Motel Skardu (Standard package) or Serena Hotel/Shangrilla Resort (Deluxe package).
Eat breakfast at the hotel.
Drive to Manthokha Waterfall (1 hour 30 minutes, 70 km).
Continue driving from Manthokha to Khaplu Valley (1 hour 30 minutes, 65 km).
Visit Chaqchan Masjid, Khaplu viewpoint, Mashbrum Peak viewpoint, Sailing Meadow, and the royal fort.
Overnight at Tibet Hotel/Concordia Motel Skardu (Standard package) or Serena Hotel/Shangrilla Resort (Deluxe package).
Wake up for breakfast at the hotel.
Go on a Sarfaranga Cold Desert safari.
Visit Blind Lake or Hashupi Bhang, Khanqah of Shigar, and the 700-year-old Amburik Masjid.
See the riverside of Braldu and Basha.
Overnight at Tibet Hotel/Concordia Motel Skardu (Standard package) or Serena Hotel/Shangrilla Resort (Deluxe package).
Drive to Chunda Valley (20 km, 45 minutes).
Hike to the organic village of Kharpocho Fort.
Overnight at Tibet Hotel/Concordia Motel Skardu (Standard package) or Serena Hotel/Shangrilla Resort (Deluxe package).
Relish breakfast at the hotel.
Make a half-hour stop at Sadpara Lake on the way.
Explore the beauty of Bhara Pani, Seasher Lake, and Chillum town.
Overnight at Astor/Wazir Mehal Hotel or PTDC Rama Astor.
Eat breakfast at the hotel.
Drive to Nagar via Gilgit.
Visit Baltit and Altit Fort, Rakaposhi viewpoint, and Karimabad town.
Overnight at Hichal Guest House/Al-Qaim Guest House (Standard package) or Rakaposhi Zero Point Hotel (Deluxe package).
Visit Attabad Lake and Passu Cones.
Return to the hotel.
Overnight at Hichal Guest House/Al-Qaim Guest House (Standard package) or Rakaposhi Zero Point Hotel (Deluxe package).
See Nagar Valley, Hoper Valley, and Hoper Glacier.
Return to the hotel.
Overnight at Hichal Guest House/Al-Qaim Guest House (Standard package) or Rakaposhi Zero Point Hotel (Deluxe package).
Visit Naltar Valley and return to the hotel.
Overnight at Al-Qaim Guest House (Standard package) or Rakaposhi Zero Point Hotel (Deluxe package).
In Gilgit, check out Buddha Rock and Kargah Nallah.
Enjoy some shopping time.
Overnight stay at Hotel Rupal Inn/PTDC Gilgit (Standard package) or Serena Hotel/Darbar Hotel (Deluxe package).
Get dropped off at Islamabad Airport.
Where this trip takes you
Saifulmulak, Nanga Parbat, K2, Attabad Lake
The route
The fine print
Return air tickets (Islamabad-Skardu, Skardu-Islamabad)
Hotel accommodation
Breakfast
Hotspot Wi-Fi
Dinner and lunch
Transportation throughout the trip
First aid kit
May vary according to your package
Gilgit Baltistan Tour (Skardu-Shigar-Khaplu-Astor-Gilgit-Nagar-Hunza)
Locations: Shangrilla Resort, Upper Kachura Lake, Katpana Cold Desert, Shigar Valley, Manthokha Waterfall, Khaplu Valley, Sadpara Lake, Deosai Plain, Kharpocho Fort, Buddha Rock, Rama Lake, Baltit and Altit Fort, Attabad Lake, Naltar, Nagar Valley, Hoper Valley, and Hoper Glacier
Activities: sightseeing, jeep safari, cold desert safari, air safari, hiking, and visits to historical places.
Duration: 10 nights and 11 days
Group discounts are available.
Logistics
Your 11 days finish where they began, in Islamabad.
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