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Gilgit - Hunza - Skardu
10 Days
Description:
Here’s an updated 10-day, 9-night travel plan for exploring Gilgit, Hunza, and Skardu by road, starting from Islamabad, organized by Islamabad Travel and Tour:
Travel Plans mentioned in the itinerary are subject to change due to unforeseen circumstances
Tour Itinerary
- Morning: Depart from Islamabad to Chilas via the Karakoram Highway (10-12 hours drive, 460 km).
- Afternoon: Arrive in Chilas. Check into your hotel and rest.
- Evening: Relax and prepare for the journey to Gilgit.
- Overnight: Chilas
- Morning: Breakfast and depart for Gilgit (3-4 hours drive, 130 km).
- Afternoon: Arrive in Gilgit. Check into your hotel and rest.
- Evening: Explore Gilgit city. Visit the local bazaar and see the Gilgit Bridge.
- Overnight: Gilgit
- Morning: Breakfast and depart for Hunza (2-3 hours drive, 100 km).
- Afternoon: Check into a hotel in Karimabad, Hunza. Visit Altit and Baltit Forts.
- Evening: Enjoy the sunset view at Eagle’s Nest.
- Overnight: Karimabad, Hunza
- Morning: Visit Attabad Lake, enjoy boating and the stunning scenery.
- Afternoon: Visit Passu Cones and Passu Glacier. Have lunch in Passu.
- Evening: Return to Karimabad and relax.
- Overnight: Karimabad, Hunza
- Morning: Early departure for Khunjerab Pass (4-5 hours drive each way, 270 km round trip).
- Afternoon: Reach Khunjerab Pass (the highest paved international border crossing in the world) and explore.
- Evening: Return to Karimabad.
- Overnight: Karimabad, Hunza
- Morning: Early breakfast and depart for Skardu via the scenic route along the Karakoram Highway and Skardu Road (8-10 hours drive, 350 km).
- Afternoon: Arrive in Skardu. Check into your hotel and relax.
- Evening: Explore the local market.
- Overnight: Skardu
- Morning: Visit Kharpocho Fort and Skardu Bazaar.
- Afternoon: Explore the beautiful Shangrila Resort (also known as Heaven on Earth).
- Evening: Relax by the lake at Shangrila.
- Overnight: Skardu
- Morning: Depart for Shigar Valley (1-2 hours drive, 50 km). Visit Shigar Fort and Amburiq Mosque.
- Afternoon: Enjoy a picnic by the Shigar River.
- Evening: Return to Skardu.
- Overnight: Skardu
- Morning: Early departure for Deosai National Park (2-3 hours drive, 80 km). Explore the park and see the unique wildlife and Sheosar Lake.
- Afternoon: Picnic in the park.
- Evening: Return to Skardu.
- Overnight: Skardu
- Morning: Breakfast and depart from Skardu to Islamabad (15-16 hours drive, 650 km).
- Evening: Arrive in Islamabad.
Organized by Islamabad Travel and Tour
- Travel and Accommodation: All travel arrangements, including road transport and hotel accommodations, will be handled by Islamabad Travel and Tour.
- Meals: Meals will be arranged as per the itinerary.
- Guides: Professional guides will be provided for sightseeing and trekking
Tips:
- Ensure you have all necessary permits for Khunjerab Pass and Deosai National Park.
- Check weather conditions as roads can be affected by landslides.
- Carry warm clothing, especially for Khunjerab Pass and Deosai National Park.
- Always keep some cash as ATMs might not be available in remote areas.
This itinerary by Islamabad Travel and Tour provides a balanced mix of natural beauty, cultural exploration, and adventure while considering travel distances and times by road. Enjoy your trip!