Indus River Valley Skardu
About this tour
The Skardu Valley (Urdu: وادی سکردو) is located in Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan. The valley is about 10 km wide and 40 km long. It is at the confluence of the Shigar River and Indus River. It surrounded by the large Karakoram Range. With the nearby lakes and mountains, it is an important tourist location in Pakistan. Skardu is the main town of Baltistan along the wide bank of the river Indus. Skardu is the largest district of the Northern Areas. Baltistan is home to some of the highest peaks in the world, the Karakoram Range, Skardu is very popular with Mountaineering Expeditions. It is equally popular with high altitude trekkers, who trek to Baltoro Glacier, K2 Base Camp and Concordia. Skardu by road lies approximately 5 hours away from Gilgit.
Day-by-day itinerary
Day 1: Islamabad, Pakistan to Skardu
Departure from Islamabad international airport to Skardu international airport Approximate one hour flight. Check in Hotel. no activity in day one relax and rest with beautiful view of Shangrila lake.
Day 2: Skardu to Shangrila Valley, Pakistan
Early breakfast Visit Upper Katchura Lake Visit Lower Katchura Lake/Shangrila Lake Visit Katpana Desert Dinner Overnight stay at Hotel in Skardu.
Day 3: Skardu to Cold Desert Villas, Skardu
Visit Shigar Valley Visit Shigar Fort (if open) Visit Shigar Cold Desert also known as Sarfaranga Desert Visit of Manthoka Waterfall over night stay at skardu
Day 4: Skardu to Deosai National Park, Astore
Moving Towards Deosai On Visit Deosai national park Visit Bara Pani, Kala Pani and Sheosar Lake over night stay at Deosai national Park
Day 5: Skardu to Astore
Drive to Astore valley from Deosai National park. exploring Astore Valley over night stay at Astore valley.
Day 6: Astore
Drive along Astore river through villages Stop at Astore Bazaar Jeep drive to Rama on non-metalled road. Ascend towards hotel/guest house in Rama Drive towards Rama lake (walk in some scenarios) for photography (views of Nanga Parbat) Night stay in Rama/Astore
Day 7: Astore gb, Gilgit to Gilgit
120 km drive from Astore to Gilgit city Nanga Parbat View Point Visit of Junction Point of 3 mighty Mountain Ranges over night stay at Gilgit city
Day 8: Gilgit Airport, Gilgit to lslamabad International Airport, Islamabad, Pakistan
Drop at Gilgit air port and pickup from Islamabad airport over night stay at Islamabad
What's included
Transportation Air tickets All Road Toll Taxes Dinner/ Breakfasts Bonfire/ local music Accommodation at Hotels and camping Photography (Optional) Professional Guide Basic First Aid
✪ Laundry, Phone Calls & Other Personal Expenses. ✪ Extra expense due to land sliding, road blocks, bad weather and other political reasons. ✪ Personal insurance. ✪ Rescue, Helicopter coverage. ✪ Tips for Guide, porter & cook ✪ Anything not mentioned in the “SERVICES INCLUDED” list
What to know
This tour can be customized. Please get in touch with me.
Route & locations
Islamabad, Pakistan to Skardu