8 Days Hunza Skardu Cultural and Mountain Tour
This fascinating journey explores the spectacular landscapes of northern Pakistan including Hunza Valley, Gilgit and Skardu. Travelers experience turquoise lakes, glaciers, ancient forts and some of the most dramatic mountain scenery along the Karakoram Highway.
Day 1: Arrive Islamabad
Arrival at Islamabad International Airport where guests are welcomed by our representatives and transferred to the hotel. Islamabad is Pakistan’s modern and beautifully planned capital city surrounded by green hills.
Dinner and overnight stay at Ramada by Wyndham Islamabad or Hill View Hotel.
Day 2: Islamabad – Skardu – Gilgit
After breakfast transfer to the airport for the spectacular flight to Skardu. If weather permits the flight offers breathtaking aerial views of the Karakoram mountains.
Upon arrival visit Upper Kachura Lake followed by the famous Shangrila Lake (Lower Kachura Lake), known for its peaceful setting and beautiful reflections of surrounding mountains.
Lunch at Tibet Restaurant before continuing the scenic drive toward Gilgit with stops at Astak Nala and viewpoints overlooking Haramosh Valley.
Dinner and overnight stay at Serena Gilgit Hotel or Riveria Hotel Gilgit.
Day 3: Gilgit – Hunza
After breakfast drive along the legendary Karakoram Highway toward Hunza Valley. The road passes dramatic mountains and historic sections of the ancient Silk Road.
Stop at Rakaposhi Viewpoint to admire the magnificent 7,788 meter peak rising directly above the valley.
Lunch with panoramic mountain views before continuing to Hunza.
Visit Altit Fort, one of the oldest forts in the region with more than 900 years of history.
Dinner and overnight stay at Hunza Serena Inn or Hunza Darbar Hotel.
Day 4: Hunza – Attabad Lake – Passu – Hussaini Bridge
After breakfast explore the upper Hunza region.
Visit Attabad Lake where guests may enjoy boating on the stunning turquoise water surrounded by dramatic cliffs.
Continue to the thrilling Hussaini Suspension Bridge crossing the Hunza River.
Stop at Passu Cones, famous pyramid-shaped peaks that are among the most photographed mountains in Pakistan.
Lunch at Café de Khunjerab in Gircha village.
Return to Hunza for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 5: Hunza – Nagar – Hopper Valley – Gilgit
After breakfast drive across the Hunza River to explore Nagar Valley.
Continue to the beautiful Hopper Valley where visitors can admire the impressive Hopper Glacier surrounded by towering mountains.
Lunch at Kaple Restaurant overlooking the glacier landscape.
Later drive back to Gilgit enjoying scenic views along the way.
Dinner and overnight stay at Serena Gilgit Hotel.
Day 6: Gilgit – Skardu
After breakfast depart for Skardu following the Indus River through dramatic mountain landscapes.
Short stop at Astak Nala before continuing the journey.
Upon arrival in Skardu visit the unique Sarfaranga Cold Desert where golden sand dunes meet the snowy peaks of the Karakoram.
Later visit historic Shigar Fort, a beautifully restored 17th century palace.
Dinner and overnight stay at Serena Shigar Fort Residence or Concordia Motel Skardu.
Day 7: Skardu – Islamabad
After breakfast transfer to the airport for the flight back to Islamabad.
Visit Faisal Mosque, one of the largest mosques in the world and a landmark of Pakistan.
Continue to Golra Sharif Railway Museum before shopping at Safa Gold Mall.
Dinner and overnight stay in Islamabad.
Day 8: Islamabad City Tour – Departure
After breakfast begin the Islamabad city tour.
Visit Pakistan Monument and Lok Virsa Heritage Museum showcasing traditional crafts and culture from across Pakistan.
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Lunch followed by some time at Centaurus Mall before transfer to the airport for departure.
Tour Highlights
- Hunza Valley scenic landscapes
- Boating at Attabad Lake
- Passu Cones photography stop
- Hopper Glacier excursion
- Sarfaranga Cold Desert
- Historic Shigar Fort
- Karakoram Highway mountain journey
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