The Hunza Valley is famous for its unparalleled natural beauty. Surrounded by majestic snow-capped peaks, lush green meadows, and pristine rivers, it’s a paradise for trekkers and nature enthusiasts. Travel and witness snowcapped and rugged. get a glimpse of the shining ice wall of the Rakaposhi Mountain. You can see the peak towering in front of you from Karim Abad, Hunza.
Skardu, along with Gilgit, is a major tourism, trekking, and expedition hub in GilgitโBaltistan. The mountainous terrain of the region, which includes four of the world’s 14 Eight-thousand peaks, attracts tourists, trekkers, and mountaineers from around the world.
Skardu boasts of the most popular landscape in the world. It has K2, Broad Peak, Nanga Parbat and Gasherbrum. These four peaks are well known worldwide, and tourists travel to Skardu to experience this beauty and make memories in this area.
Day 01
- Departure from Islamabad to Skardu
- Pakistan International Airlines flies daily from Islamabad to Skardu. However, since the pilots fly on mere sight (no computer navigation), the flight only goes on clear days. During the flight it’s possible to catch a glimpse of Nanga Parbat (the 9th highest mountain in the world) and K2 (the 2nd highest mountain in the world. The air journey is full of thrills and could itself be regarded as the highlight of the visit.
- Arrive Skardu, Pickup guest
- Drive towards Kachura
- Reached Kachura
- Check in hotel
- After fresh up drive towards Upper Kachura
- The Kachura Lakes are three lakes in Gilgit-Skardu Baltistan’s District in northern Pakistan. Upper Kachura Lake and Lower Kachura Lake are located at an elevation of 2,500 meters
- Upper Kachura is a 70-meter-deep natural water lake with clear water. The temperature is nice at 15 degrees Celsius in the summer, while in the winter, the surface is frozen, creating a magical atmosphere. This lake is also close to the upper Indus River. Take pleasure in the tranquility that you desired.
- Take steps downstairs approximately 100 steps to reach the upper Kachura lake
- Reached lake and relish boating
- Drive towards Soq valley via 56 min (22.7 km) via S-1
- Reached Soq valley
- Soq Valley is a beautiful river originating from the Deosai National Park flow into one river โSoq riverโ even before entering the Soq valley. There are many beautiful places to stay on the way, although it is a short half hour drive and the whole journey is so fascinating and worth spending some time.
- Here’s a reminder that you shouldn’t forget to enjoy this Trout fish.
- Relish the time and have lunch with Trout fish
- Back to Lowe Kachura 25 min (3.1 km) via Upper Kachura Lake Rd
- Enjoy the lower Kachura lake view
- Shangri-La Lake, or Lower Kachura Lake, is located in the Gilgit-Baltistan region of Pakistan. This beautiful lake attracts tourists yearly because of its crystal-clear waters and spectacular views. It is one of the most beautiful lakes in Pakistan.
- The lake is surrounded by high mountains on all sides, which makes it an ideal place for hiking, camping, and more.
- Relish Lush Green Fruit Trees along the lake in the garden & Huge Mountains
- Night Stay at Kachura
DAY: 02
- Breakfast at hotel
- Check out hotel
- Drive towards Deosai 1 hr 55 min (54.1 km) via Deosai Plain Rd
- Short stay at Sadpara Lake on the way to Deosai
Sadpara Lake is a magnificent natural wonder situated in Skardu, a beautiful town of Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan.
This lake is one of the largest freshwater lakes in the country and offers breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains, making it a popular destination for tourists.
- Continue journey toward Deosai Top.
- Reached Deosai top
- One moment you would be enjoying the majestic views of sunlight and clouds playing hide and seek in the sky. The next moment the sky could be overcast, starting icy winds and thunderstorms.
- Cross Chota Pani and Barra Pani
- Reached Sheosar Lake, The beauty of the plain
- After enjoy the view of hundreds of colorful flowers, crystal water river and a beautiful Sheosar lake in evening back to Skardu
- Night stay at Skardu
DAY: 03
- Breakfast
- Check out hotel
- Drive towards MANTHOKA waterfall 1 hr 49 min (69.2 km) via Kargil-Skardu Rd
- Reached Manthokha waterfall
Manthokha Waterfall is a waterfall located in the Kharmang Valley, in Skardu, in Gilgit-Baltistan, in the extreme northern region of Pakistan.
- Relish at Manthokha and have lunch
- Drive back to Skardu via S-1 and Kargil-Skardu Rd 2 hr 17 min (88.5 km)
- Afterall Drive towards Shigar
- Check in Khoj Resort Shigar
- Explore the 2nd world highest cold desert
- Cold desert located in the Shigar district at the height of 7,500 feet. On the way to Shigar, one cannot miss it. Nature unfolds itself with a vast variety in this desert. The desert is surrounded by mountains and the Indus River is flowing nearby. Sunset is beautiful here. The calmness of a desert is at its best a surprising and mesmerizing experience with sunset at top of sand dunes.
- Relish the historical site visit the oldest Fort in the region.
- The grand fort was constructed in the 17th centenary by Amacha Dynasty Raja of Shigar. Its visit is incomplete without the old house, Baradari, Amacha Garden, and the Raja Mosque. This magnificent fort haughtily owns the Amburiq Mosque of the 14th Century. In 2002 which was granted UNESCO-Protected Legacy rank.
- This undiscovered gem was made public by the Sarfaranga Cold Desert Rally. For the past three years, in August, this location has hosted the jeep rally. This rally has between 80 and 85 cars and a few motorcycles participating. People travel there to take part in the rally and to support these kinds of regional initiatives from all over Pakistan, but particularly from Gilgit Baltistan. In addition, the chilly desert rally will present an opportunity to showcase Gilgit Baltistanโs cultural diversity and grow the travel and tourism sector in the area organized with the collaboration of local government.
- The terrain of Sarfaranga makes it the ideal site for extreme sports. Glad tidings for those who seek and crave adventure, thrill, and excitement, The Sarfaranga cold desert rally is bringing to you the complete package of fun and feat. Trust the bumpy roads that will lead you to the extreme adventure that lies in the vastness of cold desert. Sarfaranga desert rally offers the wonderful opportunity for youth to escape the monotony and engage in fine, healthy, and adventuresome activities that will for sure pave a way for our youth to rediscover and explore their untapped potentials and energy. Adding to this, by the dint of Sarfaranga cold desert rally you are going to experience thrill, art, architecture, antiquity, trekking and the incredible beauty of the culture of Gilgit-Baltistan.
- The Shigar Fort, Gilgit Baltistan, is the heaven on the Earth. It is graced by the sheer elegance of the
Karakorum Mountain Range and 4 centuries of legends and folklore. It is the epitome of wilderness, serenity, and beauty. With a historic fort, Shigar is the best short escape in the valley of Gilgit-Baltistan.
DAY: 04
- Breakfast
- Check out Khoj Resort
- Drive towards Hunza 5 hr 33 min (286 km) via S-1 and Karakoram Hwy/N-35
- Drive for Hunza via JSR from Skardu
- Reach Astak Nala
- Short stay at Astak Nala (Fresh up and Tea Break)
- Continue journey towards Hunza
- Reached Nagar valley
- Short stay at old silk route and witness the Historical pathway at Skandarabad Nagar
- The Silk Route was a historic trade route that dated from the second century B.C. until the 14th century A.D. It stretched from Asia to the Mediterranean, traversing China, India, Persia, Arabia, Greece, and Italy. It was dubbed the Silk Route because of the heavy silk trading that took place during that period.
- Short stay at Rakaposhi view point Nagar
- Rakaposhi View Point is prominent viewpoint offering the closest view of Rakaposhi and the natural beauty lies in its scenery. This remarkable viewpoint is located right on the Karakoram Highway (KKH) in Ghulmet village of Nagar Valley.
- Reached Central Hunza
- The Hunza valley is popular for its snow-capped and rough mountains. Many people came to Hunza just to get a few glimpses of the shining ice wall of the Rakaposhi Mountain. Other popular mountains in Hunza include
Passu Peak, Ultra Peak, and Kuksel Sar.
- Check in Hunza Offto/ Luxus Attabad Hunza
- Night stay at Hunza
DAY: 05
- Breakfast
- Visit Baltit Fort
Baltit Fort is a fort in the Hunza valley, near the town of Karimabad, in the Gilgit-Baltistan
region of northern Pakistan. Founded in the 8th century CE, it has been on the UNESCO
World Heritage Tentative list since 2004.The Mirs of Hunza abandoned the fort in 1945, and moved to a new palace down the hill.
- Drive towards Ganish village 15 min Drive from Karimabad
- As the Valley is known for its rich culture of hospitality, which is deeply ingrained in the local people. The locals of Hunza are known for their warm and welcoming nature, and they take great pride in making guests feel at home.
- Move towards Altit Fort and Royal Garden
- Altit Fort is an ancient fort in the Altit town in the Hunza valley in Gilgit Baltistan, Pakistan. It was originally home to the hereditary rulers of the Hunza state who carried the title of ‘Mir’, although they moved to the somewhat younger Baltit fort nearby three centuries later.
- Relish some time at Royal Garden Hunza
- Enjoy tranquility of autumn colors and photography
- Departure for Eagle Nest
- Eagle nest is best point in Hunza for sunset and sunset photography. Here is a Mountain which exactly looks like an eagle so its name is drive from this rock
- From Eagle Nest The magnificent views of Rakaposhi, Lady finger Peak, Ultar peak, Golden peak & other snowcapped mountains can be seen.
- Short stay at eagle nest in the evening to witness the sunset and take pictures to capture the incredible
moments.
Night stay at Hunza
Day: 06
- Breakfast
- Drive towards Khunjrab top via Karakoram Highway 3 hr (130 km)
- Reached Khunjrab top and witness Pak- China boarder area.
Khunjrab Pass is a mountain pass situated at an elevation of 4,693 meters above sea level. It is located in the Karakoram and holds a significant strategic position on the northern border of Pakistan, specifically in the GilgitโBaltistan’s Hunza.
- Drive back to passu via same route
- Reached Passu
Passu is a small village in the Gilgit Baltistan region of northern Pakistan, near Gulmit. One of the most spectacular views on the Karakoram Highway is the Passu cones. Rising to an altitude of 6,106 meters straight up with steep slopes, Passu cones are also called Hot Mountains as the snow doesnโt sit long on top of their cone or pyramid-like structure.
- Short stay at Yak Grill Passu for refreshment
The Yak Grill Passu is nestled in the majestic cones, located on the roadside. The cafe offers Yak meat which you can’t find anywhere in the whole of Pakistan.
- Enjoy the Apricot Cake at Glacier Breeze Restaurant Opposite to Yak Grill
- Indulge in the sweet elegance of our Apricot Cake at Glacier Breeze, a slice of heaven with every bite. You will never find another ever so donโt forget to taste it.
- Back to Hussani Suspension Bridge
Hussaini Bridge known as the most dangerous bridge in the world, only one of many precarious rope bridges in Northern Pakistan. I would suggest you to visit, but won’t suggest you to cross it. Fun Fact: It has 399 steps.
The bridge was built during the time of British occupation of the valley in Shishak village in Gojal Valley
however, during the construction of the Karakoram Highway, the bridge was moved from Shishkat to Hussaini Village in 1968 as ordered by the Mir of Hunza Muhammad Jamal Khan to connect Hussaini village to Zar.
- Enjoy Adventure Zipline and stepping on the suspension bridge.
- Afterall visit back to Attabad lake after 35 min drive
- Reach Attabad Lake is full of chilly blue water, which slit into the lake from nearby glaciers and from the Hunza river.
- Witness the sunset view glittering on lake
- Drive back to Hunza via same way witnessing the fabulous tunnels excavated in mountains.
- Night stay at Hunza
Day: 07
- Breakfast at hotel
- Check out hotel
- Drive towards Gilgit via same Route
- Drive towards Gilgit Airport
- Reached Airport
- Departure towards Islamabad
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