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9 Days Skardu Pakistan Tour Package from Islamabad

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7 Days 6 Nights
Transport Included
Meals Included
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7 Days Tour to Skardu Highlights

Enjoy a scenic drive to Naran or Besham & Chilas.
Experience the gorgeous Kachura & Satpara Lakes.
Marvel at the famous Deosai National Park – Highest Plain
Get a chance to visit Shigar River, Ambrique Mosque, and Hashupi Bagh.
Take in the breathtaking views from the Nanga Parbat View Point.
Shigar Fort: This is the best monument to discover the history of the Skardu tour.
Sadpara Lake: Go about 5 miles North of Skardu, and about a half-hour jeep ride, you’ll find yourself at Sadpara Lake.
Shangrila Lake and Upper Kachura Lake: About an hour from Skardu is located, Shangrila Lake and Upper Kachura Lake.
Basho Valley: Its place is one of the astonishing locations with green pastures with water streams, encircled by snowy peaks.
Deosai: The Sheosar Lake, Kala Pani River, Shatong River, and flora fauna, especially brown bears, marmots, and wildflowers are the particular things to see and visit in Deosai.

Skardu 7 Days Trip Overview

However, it is usually cold in the Skardu valley during other seasons such as during Cherry Blossom and Spring, after winter. Autumn is the time of year when the degrees decrease after summers. In Skardu Valley, temperatures can reach as low as -20 degrees in winter, while in some areas it can drop as low as -30 degrees. So, It is recommended that the tourists join our road trip to visit Skardu Valley visit explore Baltistan to the fullest extent possible.

With Shigar & Khaplu as its major towns, Skardu is the capital of the Skardu District, the homeland of the highest Himalayan peaks. Skardu has scenic lakes such as Kachura and Satpara, and a jeep excursion to the Deosai Plain and Basho Meadow is a wonderful experience. In Skardu town, visiting Shigar and the largest Manthokha Waterfall are also highlights of the Skardu tours.

Quick info:

Tour Type: Sightseeing Tour (Family & Kids Friendly)
Route: Lahore – Islamabad – Naran – Babusar Top – Jaglot – Skardu
Duration: 7 Days and 6 Nights
Pick and Drop Point: Lahore – Karachi – Islamabad

Inclusions:

Accommodation in Hotel as per the variant selected
Breakfast and Dinner as mentioned in the variant
Highly-Experienced Mountain Driver
Services of Professional Guide
Sightseeing as per itinerary
All toll tax, parking, fuel and driver allowances
Jeeps for Deosai Plain
Comfortable and Sanitized vehicle for sightseeing on all days as per the itinerary

Travel Plan

Day 0: Departure from Lahore to Chillas

Departure from Lahore to Skardu Trip at 10:00 pm in private transport
Night Travel to Skardu Valley via Motorway & Expressway
People of Karachi need to reach in Lahore or Islamabad via train or flight to join tour

Day 1: Travel to Skardu from Islamabad

Pick the Islamabad members and continue drive to Chillas via Hazara Expressway
Breakfast break at Balakot or Besham as per schedule
Continue Drive to Chillas with short refreshments stays
Photography on the way to Chillas
Visit Babusar Top (the highest point of Kaghan Valley) after Lulusar Lake
Reach Chillas in evening and transfer to Hotel
Dinner & Overnight stay in Chillas

Day 2: Chillas to Skardu via JSR Road - Shangrilla Lake

Breakfast from Hotel in Chillas & Check out from Hotel
Travel towards Skardu via Gilgit-Skardu Road
Reach Skardu after 5 – 6 hours mountainous drive
Move towards Upper Kachura Lake with short Trek of 20 minutes
Visit beautiful Shangrilla Lake which alluring the tourists
Explore and enjoy the unique beauty of Soq Valley for half hour
Transfer to nice Hotel & overnight stay in Skardu

Day 3: Jeep Tour to Skardu Deosai Plain (4113 m)

Breakfast from Hotel at 7:30am
Transfer to Jeeps to off road track to Deosai Skardu.
Explore flora & fauna of Deosai Plain Skardu
Short stay at picturesque Sheosar Lake with refreshment
Photography & Sightseeing Kala Pani & Bara Pani
Travel back to Hotel & overnight stay in Skardu

Day 4: Travel Shigar Valley – Visit Cold Desert (5.3 hours drive)

Breakfast in Hotel at 8:00am
Explore blazing Katpana Cold Desert sand dunes
Paramotor, Jeep Safari and four wheelers thrilling activities
Visit spectacular Shigar Valley crossover sightseeing bridge
Explore medieval Shigar fort & elegant Royal Garden located in valley
Move back to Hotel & Overnight stay in Skardu

Day 5: Drive back to Besham/Naran from Skardu

Breakfast from Hotel & Check out after fill some formalities
Drive back to Naran/Besham from Skardu
Visit Lulusar Lake / Babusar Top / Besham City
Short refreshment stays on the way back
Reach Naran / Besham at night & transfer to hotel
Dinner and overnight stay at Naran / Besham

Day 6: Travel back to Lahore / Islamabad

Having Breakfast from Hotel & Check out after fill some formalities
Drive back to Lahore / Islamabad via same route
Visit Kiwayi Waterfall / Balakot / Batgram
Short refreshment stays on the way back
Reach Islamabad in evening round about 6 – 7 pm
Reach Lahore at night
End of Journey

Places to Visit

Balakot
Naran
Kaghan
Lulusar Lake
Babusar Top
River Kunhar
Manthoka Waterfall
Khaplu Valley
Khaplu Palace
Shigar Valley
Shigar Fort
Katpana Cold Desert
Sarfaranga Desert
Shangrilla Lake
Blind Lake
Upper Kachura Lake
Sadpara Lake
Sheosar Lake
Deosai Plain
Shyok River
Soq Valley
Organic Village
Local Restaurants
Basho Valley
Chocolate Rocks
Many Tourist Destinations

FAQs

1.How to Book Skardu tour?

Need to pay 30% to 50% advance for reservation of Tour. Remaining at the Departure time you will have to pay remaining balance. Receipt will issue to you after received the advance.

Online Bank Transfer
Jazz Cash / Easy Paisa
Wise or Remittance
Western Union
Others…

2.Is Skardu safe for tourists?

Skardu Valley is found in the Gilgit Baltistan area of Pakistan. It is a safe and secure destination for couples and families with children to explore the main attractions of Skardu.

3.Are there direct flights for Skardu?

From Islamabad: Skardu direct flights are available from Islamabad 2 flights a week in the winter (November – April). In the summer season (May – September), daily flights are available from Islamabad, which take 1 hour to travel over the majestic mountains.

From Lahore: 2 Direct flights a week to Skardu are available in the Summer Season (May – September), which takes one and a half hours from Lahore International Airport.

From Karachi: Two direct flights a week depart Karachi International Airport for Skardu during the Summer Season (May – September).

4.What is special about Skardu?

Skardu Valley serves as a gateway to some of the tallest mountain peaks globally, including Gasherbrum, K2, K3, and Deosai, which is the highest plain. This region exemplifies hospitality and respect towards visitors.

5.Is there any airport in Skardu?

Yes, Skardu Airport is situated in Gamba Skardu, which is 19 km to the west of Skardu city center. The distance from Skardu Airport to Kachura (Shangrila Lake) is 23 km.

6.Which mobile network works in Skardu?

All mobile networks operate in Skardu, but Telenor, Scom, and Zong provide the best and most reliable internet coverage.

7.What are the Jeep rates for Deosai and Bashu?

A Prado (5 to 6 persons) will charge you between Rs.15000 and Rs.17000 for a round trip from Skardu to Deosai Plain, and the same price applies to Bashu Valley.

8.What are the best restaurants in Skardu?

Indus Lodges
Shahi Deewan
Khan Shinwari
North Cafe
The Grind Cafe

9.What to buy in Skardu?

Look for distinctive handmade crafts like Pashmina shawls, carpets, and traditional Balti jewelry. You can also purchase a variety of dried fruits and Shalajeet.

10.In which mountain ranges Skardu located?

Skardu is located in Baltistan within the Himalayas and serves as the capital city of the Baltistan region. All essential supplies are available in Skardu.

11.How far is Hunza from Skardu?

It is also possible to travel via the Karakoram Highway and Gilgit-Skardu Road (GSR), which travels approximately 290 kilometers (5 hours), a route that is generally accessible throughout the year, depending on weather conditions.

12.Can we see K-2 from Skardu?

K2 cannot be seen from Skardu city. To observe the second-highest peak in the world, a trek lasting 2 to 3 days is required from the main city of Skardu.

13.What are the best hotels to stay in Skardu?

There are many standard, deluxe, and luxury hotels to stay in Skardu and its surroundings as follow some of these:

Khoj Resort
Himalaya Hotel
Himmel Resort
Shangrilla Resort
Qayam Skardu
Al-Noor Starlet

14.Which type of transport used for travelling ?

Transport depends on the number of persons. For our group tours, we use a private AC Coaster Saloon. We have sanitized and well-maintained AC vehicles with expert drivers to make your journey smooth and leisure.

2 – 3 People (Sedan Car)
4 – 6 People (Honda BRV or APV)
7 – 9 Persons (Low-Roof)
10 – 13 Persons (Hi-Roof)
Coaster Saloon (20 Seaters) is perfect and comfortable transport

15.What are Terms & Conditions?

Standard hotel check-in time is 12:00 pm, and check-out time is 10:00 am.

Meals other than those specified are an exclusion from the package.

Vehicles will be provided as per the group size.

ACs don’t work in Hilly Areas as the climate is moderate.

Hotels are subject to availability; guests will be accommodated in similar properties if unavailable.

The monument entry fee and camera charges are not included in the package.

Children above 8 years of age will be considered adults only. There are no charges for children below 5 years of age.

All international and domestic airfare, visa fees, airport tax, or any insurance cover is not a part of the package.

Govt. Approved ID is mandatory for each guest when booking and upon arrival.

All foreign nationals must share their passport and visa details when booking and upon arrival.

Prices might greatly vary on Blackout Dates(special dates like Eid ul Fitr, Eid ul Adha, New Year’s, etc.). You can connect with us directly to get the best rates for these days.

The prices may vary based on the season and the number of travelers traveling per day in a specific region, as there is limited hotel availability in hilly areas.

Any deviation from the Vehicle’s planned route at the customer’s request during the tour will be chargeable per km basis.

Any breakage or damage of items at the hotels/resorts/camps/vehicles will be charged at actuals.

The package cost will not accommodate personal expenses like portage, tips, laundry, mineral water, etc.

Nature Adventure Club reserves the right to rearrange the itinerary due to any disturbances (i.e., severe weather conditions, political unrest or others).

Any rescheduling/rearrangement of a package due to circumstances beyond NAC control might invite additional hotel charges and/or vehicle charges.

If a traveler wants to or decides to leave the trip in the middle, the traveler will bear all the expenses from that point onwards. Neither the operator nor Nature Adventure Club will be responsible for such decisions or refunds.

Avoid using plastic bags and maintain the ecological balance of the destinations. Travelers littering may be fined.

Get to know before travel

Mobile Network: Only the Postpaid network (Telenor, Zong, SCOM) is active in the region.

Breakfast availability in a hotel mostly starts from 7:30 am to 9:30 am.

Please ensure you bring enough warm clothing and the correct shoes for the tour. Ideally, you should carry 20 kg of luggage in case you have to carry it to a backup vehicle, as well as to the accommodation.

Rates may fluctuate with any change in services/hotels. The client will be responsible for the difference in costs if the package is amended due to an increase in guests or a change in the hotel.

The hotels are subject to their availability. The travelers will be accommodated in a property of a similar standard, in case they are unavailable.

Regardless of the number of days or any service compromises, the Nature Adventure Club reserves the right to rearrange the itinerary if any disruption occurs (such as weather or political conditions).

The weather in Hunza Valley is unpredictable and harsh, as a result, the hotels and their facilities cannot compare to those in similar locations in other parts of the country. They are more basic, but Hunza people carry the local warmth, compensating for the star categories.

Consult a physician before undertaking the tour. Carry basic medications and a first-aid kit during the tour.

Force Majeure: If unforeseen circumstances or disasters force [Nature Adventure Club] to reschedule a tour or trek, [Nature Adventure Club] reserves the right to change the itinerary to ensure the safety and well-being of clients and staff.

Cancellation After Rescheduling: Our standard cancellation policy applies to clients who reschedule their tours or treks and then cancel them. Any rescheduling fees paid will be non-refundable.