Itinerary

1. Day 1: Arrival in Islamabad

   • Arrive at Islamabad International Airport and receive a traditional welcome.
   • Assistance with airport formalities, currency exchange, and SIM cards.
   • Transfer to hotel for check-in and evening welcome dinner.
   • Tour briefing and overview of the next day’s schedule.

   Overnight: Islamabad.

2. Day 2: Islamabad – Skardu

   • Scenic domestic flight to Skardu (weather permitting).

   • Visit Lower and Upper Kachura Lakes for boating and a nature walk.

   • Explore Monthal Buddha site and Katpana Cold Desert for sunset photography.

   • Evening Balti music or dance performance.

   Overnight: Skardu

3. Day 3: Shigar Valley Exploration

   • Visit Shigar Fort with a guided tour of Baltistan’s royal heritage.

   • Explore UNESCO-listed Amburiq Mosque and meet local artisans.

   • Guided village walk among apricot blossoms.

   • Participate in a Balti cooking demonstration and explore Shigar bazaar.

   • Return to Skardu for overnight stay.

4. Day 4: Skardu – Gilgit – Karimabad (Hunza)

   • Travel along the Indus River with stops at Indus-Gilgit confluence and tri-junction of Karakoram, Himalayas, and Hindukush.

   • Scenic picnic lunch under Rakaposhi Peak.

   • Blossom photography stops with local storytelling

   • Arrive in Karimabad, check-in, and enjoy panoramic valley views.

   Overnight: Hunza

5. Day 5: Baltit Fort, Handicrafts and Hoper Valley

   • Guided tour of Baltit Fort and Q&A with a local historian.

   • Browse Karimabad handicraft market and sample Hunza snacks and herbal teas.

   • Visit an organic orchard for tasting and light lunch.

   • Short village walk in Hoper Valley, visit Hoper Black Glacier, and learn traditional farming.

   • Sunset at Eagle’s Nest.

   Overnight: Hunza

6. Day 6: Hunza Free Day / Photography and Exploration

   • Free day for personal exploration, photography, or optional local walks.

   • Enjoy the spring blossoms and village interactions.

   Overnight: Hunza

7. Day 7: Khunjerab Pass – Roof of the World

   • Drive up the Karakoram Highway to Khunjerab Pass.

   • Stop for wildlife viewing in Khunjerab National Park with a local ranger.

   • Visit the world’s highest ATM and border for photos.

   • Return to Hunza with blossom photography stops and picnic lunch.

   • Evening relaxation and optional storytelling.

   Overnight: Hunza

8. Day 8: Gulmit to Naltar via Nagar and Chalt

   • Morning village walk in Nagar Summayar with cherry and apricot blossom viewing.

   • Participate in apricot jam-making demonstration.

   • Continue through Chalt Valley for photography and tea break.

   • Guided exploration of Naltar Valley ski slopes and colorful lakes.

   • Evening folklore storytelling by a local elder.

   Overnight: Gilgit

9. Day 9: Karakoram Highway – Gilgit to Besham

   • Depart Gilgit at dawn, driving through Indus Gorge.

   • Cultural stops at Chilas (petroglyphs) and Dassu (village walk).

   • Lunch at a local eatery.

   • Admire decorated Pakistani trucks and interact with drivers.

   • Arrive in Besham for riverside dinner.

   Overnight: Besham

10. Day 10: Ghizer District – Gahkuch & Selfi Village

    • Journey west to Gahkuch Valley with blossom and landscape photography stops.

    • Visit Upper Gahkuch, join a local family for tea or meal.

    • Optional fishing or boating on Ghizer River.

    • Explore Selfi Village, interact with residents, and learn about traditions.

    • Return to Gilgit for farewell group dinner.

    Overnight: Gilgit

11. Day 11: Besham – Taxila – Islamabad Departure

    • Depart Besham and drive south on the Karakoram Highway.

    • Visit Taxila Museum and walk through Dharmarajika Stupa.

    • Special farewell lunch with regional cuisine in Islamabad.

    • Free time for last-minute shopping or café visit.

    • Receive digital photo album or souvenir.

    • Transfer to Islamabad International Airport for evening departure.