Hunza Skardu Valley Pakistan Family Tour

Day 1 · Reach Gilgit From Islamabad By Air

1. 1

   Gilgit-Baltistan

   one hour

   Reach Gilgit Airport

   Pickup from Gilgit Airport

   Further Drive to Hunza.

2. 2

   Rakaposhi View Point

   one hour

   Short stay at Rakaposhi viewpoint, This place is in Ghulmet Nagar which is near to Hunza. The view of Rakaposhi mountain from this spot is splendid. There is a small cafe which serves hot herbal teas. You can sit and enjoy the beautiful view while sipping your hot cup of tea. Feels like heaven on earth.

3. 3

   Hunza Valley

   Passing by

   Reach Hunza

   Hunza valley is known for its scenic and natural beauty, the people of Hunza are warm-hearted and also known for their generosity, hospitality, and friendliness.

Overnight Accommodation in 3-4 Star Hotel

Day 2 · Karimabad Day Trip

1. 1

   Altit Fort

   30 min Admission included

   A day full of excursion in Hunza Valley, we will visit, Baltit Fort & Altit Fort, Karimabad Bazar, & Eagle nest viewpoint.

   Altit Fort is an ancient fort at Altit town in the Hunza valley. It was originally home to the hereditary rulers of the Hunza state who carried the title Mir, although they moved to the somewhat younger Baltit fort nearby three centuries later.

2. 2

   Baltit Fort

   40 min Admission included

   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 CE, it has been on the UNESCO World Heritage Tentative list since 2004.

3. 3

   Karimabad

   one hour

   Wander the old town of Karimabad and buy crafts from local shops. This is a great way to support local people strengthen your community.

4. 4

   Eagles Nest

   one hour

   Duikar is a pretty amazing place. It's just an hour drive from Karimabad on a very steep road, and really it's something you should visit if you have the time. Once you get there, it'll make for a lovely evening to slow down and enjoy the view of the mountain ranges in front of you.

   If you are lucky enough and see local music playing, do stop to see as people dance around in circle on the beat of the drum.

Overnight Accommodation in 3-4 Star Hotel

Day 3 · Visit Attabad Lake & Khunjerab Pass

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   Attabad lake

   40 min Admission included

   One of the most exhilarating experiences in Hunza is exploring Attabad lake. Located in the Gojal region of Hunza Valley in Gilgit−Baltistan, Pakistan. The lake has become one of the biggest tourist attractions in Gilgit−Baltistan, offering activities

   like boating, jet-skiing, fishing and other recreational activities.

   It was created in January 2010 as the result of a major landslide in Attabad

2. 2

   Khunjerab National Park

   one hour Admission included

   After Attabad lake, We will visit Khunjerab National Park (If road permits), Sust and other nearby areas completely. Khunjerab is a high mountain pass in a strategic position on the northern border of Pakistan and on the southwest border of China.

Overnight Accommodation in 3-4 Star Hotel

Day 4 · Explore Minapin - Reach Gilgit

1. 1

   Minapin

   2 hours

   Minapin is a small village located in the Hunza Valley of Pakistan. It is a picturesque village known for its stunning natural beauty, including lush green landscapes, rivers, and the backdrop of snow-capped mountains. Minapin is also a starting point for treks to Rakaposhi Base Camp and other nearby mountain destinations, making it a popular spot for trekkers and adventure enthusiasts.

Overnight Accommodation in 3-4 Star Hotel

Day 5 · Reach Skardu

1. 1

   Skardu

   5 hours

   We shall leave after breakfast for our next destination Skardu, a long drive of 8-10 hours will take us to the heart of Skardu, check in the hotel for night stay.

2. 2

   Upper Kachura Lake

   one hour Admission included

   Today we will visit Uper and Lower Kachura Lake, located near the city of Skardu in Gilgit−Baltistan, Pakistan. Situated at a height of 2,500 metres, it has had an operational resort on its bank since 1983.

Overnight Accommodation in 3-4 Star Hotel

Day 6 · Shiger valley

1. 1

   Shigar Valley

   one hour Admission included

   We shall take breakfast in hotel and then move towards Shigar Valley. Shigar is gateway to K2 and Broad peaks.

2. 2

   Stop 2

   2 hours Admission included

   Shigar Fort "The Fort on Rock" is an old fort of Baltistan and Pakistan located in the town of Shigar. Serena Shigar Fort is a one-of-a-kind heritage boutique hotel situated within a peaceful natural setting. Seek refuge and find adventure in a 400-year-old fort and the 17th century Palace of the Raja of Shigar, which, along with the more recently added "Old House" and "Garden House," encompass 20 rooms and suites steeped in Balti culture.

Overnight Accommodation in 3-4 Star Hotel

Day 7 · Visit Khaplu Valley

1. 1

   Khaplu

   Passing by

   Khaplu is our next destination so we will move after having breakfast to Khaplu. A city that serves as the administrative capital of the Ghanche District of Gilgit-Baltistan, in northern Pakistan. Lying 103 km east of the city of Skardu, the valley is famous for its historical buildings, fruit trees, highest peaks and romantic views of rivers and streams.

2. 2

   Chaqchan Mosque

   one hour

   Chaqchan mosque is the oldest mosque in this region Khaplu which made by the Great Saint (Wali ul Allah) Hazrat Ameer Kabbir Syed Ali Hamdani (RA) in 788 AD. It is the Holy place in Baltistan and people come across the Country to see the beauty

3. 3

   Khaplu

   one hour

   Serena Khaplu Palace, one of the finest surviving examples of a royal residence in Baltistan. Immersed in breathtaking scenery, culture and heritage, Spiritual sanctuary encompassing five buildings dating back to the 1840s.

Overnight Accommodation in 3-4 Star Hotel

Day 8 · Back to Skardu

1. 1

   Stop 1

   one hour Admission included

   Located in Kharmang Valley. This waterfall is approx 180 feet high from ground, and located almost 80 kilometres away from downtown Skardu

2. 2

   Stop 2

   2 hours

   Reach Skardu

Overnight Accommodation in 3-4 Star Hotel

Day 9 · Back to Gilgit

1. 1

   Gilgit-Baltistan

   Passing by

   Back to Gilgit

Day 10 · Drop at the Gilgit Airport

1. 1

   Stop 1

   Passing by

   Drop at the Airport