14 Days Hunza & Skardu

The Hunza and Skardu region is one of the crown jewels of Pakistan’s north, blending culture, nature and adventure. Hunza brings the Altit and Baltit Forts, Karimabad Bazaar, Attabad Lake and Khunjerab Pass; Skardu adds Shangrila Lake, Upper Kachura, Katpana Cold Desert and the Deosai Plains.

Scenic valleys, snow-capped peaks and long-standing traditions make this a trip that works equally well for families, couples and adventure seekers.

Offered services

• Private AC transport (Islamabad–Hunza/Skardu–Islamabad)
• 13 nights accommodation in 3-star equivalent hotels/guesthouses
• Daily breakfast
• Basic tour guide services
• All road tolls and taxes

Itinerary highlights

• Day 1Islamabad → Naran via Abbottabad, Balakot and Kaghan.
• Day 2Naran → Hunza via Babusar Top, Lulusar Lake and the Rakaposhi viewpoint.
• Day 3–5Hunza exploration — Baltit Fort, Altit Fort, Karimabad, Duikar sunset and Attabad Lake.
• Day 6Hunza → Skardu, a long scenic drive via Gilgit.
• Day 7–8Skardu exploration — Shangrila, Upper Kachura Lake, Katpana Cold Desert and Skardu Bazaar.
• Day 9Day trip to Shigar Valley — Shigar Fort, Blind Lake and Amburiq Mosque.
• Day 10Day trip to Khaplu Valley — Khaplu Fort, Saling Bridge and Chaqchan Mosque.
• Day 11Day trip to Basho Valley — lush forest and streams.
• Day 12Day trip to Deosai Plains — Sheosar Lake and Bara Pani.
• Day 13Skardu → Naran, overnight stay.
• Day 14Naran → Islamabad.

Offered services

• Private AC transport (Islamabad–Hunza/Skardu–Islamabad)
• 13 nights accommodation in 3–4 star equivalent hotels/guesthouses
• Daily breakfast plus 2 dinners
• 4x4 jeep for Shigar, Khaplu, Deosai and Basho Valley
• Dedicated tour guide services
• All road tolls and taxes

Itinerary highlights

• Day 1–2Islamabad → Naran → Hunza.
• Day 3–5Hunza exploration — Baltit Fort, Altit Fort, Hopper Glacier, Attabad Lake boating and Karimabad.
• Day 6Hunza → Skardu with a Gilgit stopover.
• Day 7–9Skardu highlights — Shangrila, Kachura Lakes, Katpana Desert and Skardu Bazaar.
• Day 10Shigar Valley exploration — Shigar Fort, Blind Lake and Amburiq Mosque.
• Day 11Khaplu Valley exploration — Khaplu Fort, Saling Bridge and Chaqchan Mosque.
• Day 12Basho Valley jeep safari.
• Day 13Deosai Plains — Sheosar Lake, Bara Pani and wildlife spotting.
• Day 14Return Skardu → Islamabad via Naran.

Offered services

• Domestic flights (Islamabad–Gilgit/Skardu–Islamabad)
• Private AC transport within Gilgit-Baltistan
• 13 nights accommodation in 4–5 star hotels and luxury resorts
• Daily breakfast plus 4 dinners
• Premium 4x4 jeeps for Deosai, Basho and Hopper Glacier
• Dedicated professional tour guide services
• All road tolls and taxes

Itinerary highlights

• Day 1Fly Islamabad → Gilgit, transfer to Hunza and explore Karimabad.
• Day 2–4Hunza exploration — Baltit Fort, Altit Fort, Duikar sunset, Hopper Glacier and Attabad Lake boating.
• Day 5Day trip to Khunjerab Pass — Passu Cones, Hussaini Bridge and Sost.
• Day 6Hunza → Skardu, scenic road trip.
• Day 7–9Skardu exploration — Shangrila, Kachura Lakes, Katpana Cold Desert and Skardu Bazaar.
• Day 10Shigar Valley exploration — Shigar Fort, Amburiq Mosque and Blind Lake.
• Day 11Khaplu Valley exploration — Khaplu Fort, Saling Bridge and Chaqchan Mosque.
• Day 12Basho Valley off-road safari.
• Day 13Deosai Plains full-day trip — Sheosar Lake, Bara Pani and wildlife.
• Day 14Fly Skardu → Islamabad.