Skardu Valley Tour

Skardu Tour combines the thrill of touring in the Glacial mountains of Karakoram and the Himalayas with the pleasure of exploring the ancient culture, history and the traditions of Skardu, Pakistan. Our Skardu Tour is a true authentic Holiday, where you will experience world famous climbing and Trekking routes, the Ancient Silk Route which is also known as The Karakoram Highway and the Himalayan kingdom of Baltistan.

Skardu is located at the elevation of nearly 2,500 metres, along the bank of Indus which separates the Karakoram Mountain range from the Himalayas. Skardu is the getaway to K2, Broad Peak, Gasherbrum i, Gasherbrum ii, Masherbrum, Spantik, Hispar Glacier, Trango Towers, Baltoro Glacier and many other world famous peaks.

Following day your will head towards Naran town by passing through some culturally rich and historical cities, Taxila, Hasan Abdal, Haripur, Abbott Abbad and Mansehra. From Mansehra you will leave Karakoram Highway and turn right to join Naran Road. Naran Road runs along the Naran river in the Panoramic green Naran & Kaghan Valley. Night stay in Naran then next day you will continue your journey on Naran Road, cutting through the heart of the rugged Kaghan valley to Babusar Pass (4,067m). The colourful array of mountain flowers in these valleys provide a scenic backdrop on this alternate route to Chilas.

Chilas appears to be an ‘oasis in a desert’ with a unique charm. Here you will have a magnificent view of the three world highest mountain ranges: Karakoram in the north, Himalayas in east and Hindu Kush in west. From Chilas you will rejoin Karakoram Highway with the view of Nanga Parbat in the background. Just before Gilgit, you will turn right to follow Skardu road along the Indus River to reach Skardu. Skardu is the capital of Baltistan valley and getaway of many famous Peaks including K2. Baltistan was one of the oldest Himalayan kingdoms before being incorporated into Pakistan. It lies in the very heart of the mountains, comprising the northern edge of the Himalayas and nearly the entire Karakoram range.

You will spend some time in Skardu to explore the town, visit the local Bazar, walk to Kharpocho fort and experience the wild ancient Polo match. After spending two nights in Skardu, you will continue your Skardu Tour towards Khaplu by following the Indus then Shyok river to Khaplu valley. Khaplu is one of the biggest and beautiful towns of Baltistan. in Khaplu, you will be staying at the Khaplu fort (now Serena Hotel), which is the former residence of royal family of Khaplu. You will spend two days in Khaplu, exploring the local bazar, historical Chaqchan mosque and neighbouring villages.

After visiting Khaplu, you will head back to Skardu via Shigar Valley. You will have lunch in Shigar fort (Serena Hotel) then drive to Skardu for the night stay. From Skardu you will continue your tour to Astore via Deosai Plateau. Deosai is the world second highest Plateau which is home to Himalayan brown bear and many other wild species. Night stay in Astore and next morning drive along Astore river to the junction of Indus River and join Karakoram Highway. You will stay on The Karakoram Highway for a short period then turn left to join Naran Road to reach Naran Town.

After spending the night in Naran, you will continue to Islamabad via the panoramic Kaghan Valley, Mansehra, Abbot Abad, Hassan Abdal and Taxila. One night in Islamabad then we will transfer you to Islamabad International Airport for your return flight back home. Please make sure to book your return flight on the last day of our Skardu Tour travel Itinerary.

Now is the perfect time to explore Skardu and Pakistan when its is still raw and hidden away from the mass tourist. We strongly believe that our local knowledge, experience and carefully crafted Skardu Tour will create an amazing life long memory for you.