5-Day Skardu Tour by Air with Deosai Plains and Khaplu Valley

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Explore Skardu's stunning lakes and mountains, including Upper Kachura and Sadpara Lakes
• 02 Discover Khaplu Fort and the ancient Chaqchang Mosque in Khaplu Valley
• 03 Enjoy the scenic Shigar Valley, featuring Manthoka Waterfall and the Cold Desert
• 04 Visit the world's second-highest plateau, Deosai Plains
• 05 Fly into the heart of the Northern Areas through the legendary Himalayan and Karakoram ranges

Explore Skardu's serene landscapes on a 5-day journey by air, visiting Shangrila Resort, Upper Kachura Lake, Xokh Nala, Khaplu Valley, and Shigar Valley. Discover historic landmarks such as the ancient Chaqchang Mosque, Khaplu Fort, and Shigar Fort, alongside natural wonders including Manthoka Waterfall, the Cold Desert, Sadpara Lake, and Sheosar Lake. The tour also includes time to immerse yourself in the majestic Deosai Plains and enjoy the region's stunning mountains, lakes, and valleys.

Discover historic landmarks such as the ancient Chaqchang Mosque, Khaplu Fort, and Shigar Fort, alongside natural wonders including Manthoka Waterfall, the Cold Desert, Sadpara Lake, and Sheosar Lake.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 5 Days

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

City Skardu

Languages English, Urdu

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Fly to Skardu and Visit Shangrila Resort

• Pick up from Skardu Airport by our expert local guide.
• Visit Shangrila Resort and Upper Kachura Lake.
• Drive to Xokh Nala (water stream), if time allows.
• Overnight stay in Skardu/Shigar.

2

Day 02

Khaplu Valley and Historic Landmarks

• Day tour to Khaplu.
• Visit the ancient Chaqchang Mosque.
• Visit Khaplu Fort and Khaplu Valley.
• Overnight stay in Khaplu.

3

Day 03

Shigar Valley Road Adventure

• Road adventure to Shigar Valley.
• Visit Manthoka Waterfall.
• Visit the Cold Desert on the way.
• Visit Shigar Fort and Shigar Valley.
• Free time for an excursion in Shigar.
• Overnight stay in Shigar Valley.

4

Day 04

Deosai Plains Excursion

• Day excursion to Deosai Plains.
• Visit Sadpara Lake.
• Visit Sheosar Lake.
• Free time to explore the majestic Deosai Plains.
• Return to the hotel by night.
• Overnight stay at the hotel.

5

Day 05

Departure from Skardu

• Drop-off at Skardu Airport.
• Fly from Skardu Airport to Islamabad.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Letter of invitation and visa assistance
• Domestic airfare
• Hotel accommodation
• Airport transfers
• Complimentary breakfast at hotels
• Private transportation at your disposal
• Fuel
• Jeep charges to Fairy Meadows
• Services, accommodation, and food for the guide
• Parking fee, water bottle each day, SIM card with internet

What's Not Included

• Pre- and post-departure accommodation
• Tips
• Tickets
• Personal expenses

Know before you go

• Round flights help avoid a 17-hour road trip just to reach the destination.
• Explore and immerse yourself in the beautiful landscapes, mountain ranges, waterfalls, and lakes.
• Visit the unique Cold Desert of Skardu.
• Enjoy road adventures along the Indus River.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Main International Arrival Gate

Tour start

Airport Rd, Skardu

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.