North Pakistan 2027

Arrival at Islamabad International Airport and transfer to hotel.

• Rest at hotel after long journey then visit Taxila archaeological sites
• Dinner at a famous restaurant in Islamabad

Hotel

All Inclusive

Flight to Skardu (1 hr). Drive to Skardu (16 hours in case of flight cancellation).

• Visit Kharphocho Fort
• Explore Skardu Bazaar for local sights and photography
• Visit Sarfaranga Cold Desert for scenic views and photography
• Dinner at Katpana Desert (weather permitting)

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Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Drive to Daghoni Valley/Khaplu (100km, 3 hrs drive).

• Visit old mud houses for exploration and photography
• Meet local elders, enjoy Balti culture and food
• Visit community school, photograph Balti kids
• Host village festival with rooster fight, sheep fight, and tug of war

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Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Explore Khaplu Valley.

• Visit Khaplu Fort, Chaqchan Mosque, and Old Khanqa
• Walk through old mohallahs of Khaplu Valley
• Short trek to Thokhsi Khar and Khaplu Meadows (Khanjor)
• Picnic lunch with panoramic views of the Karakoram Mountains

Hotel

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Khaplu-Kanday / Hushay Valley (Mashabrum Viewpoint).

• Walk through Machulu and Talis villages
• Explore Hushay Valley with breathtaking views of Mashabrum Peak
• Overnight stay at Khaplu hotel

Trekking Alternative:
• Drive about 80 km (2.5 hrs) to Kanday, trek starting point
• Hike 6 km (3–4 hrs) to Mingulo Broq meadow
• Majestic views of Masherbrum Peak and surrounding Karakoram landscape
• Wildflowers, alpine scenery and photography opportunities

Hotel (Cultural Program) / Camping (Trekking Option)

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Khaplu - Thallay via Shyok River Valleys.

• Walk and explore Saling, Sogha, Kharku valleys
• Visit local schools and old traditional houses
• Enjoy scenic Thallay Meadows and Balgar Meadows
• Meet locals and photographs

Trekking Alternative:
• Mingulo Broq – Nangma Valley (3,950m)
• Trek about 3.5 km (2–3 hrs) deeper into the valley
• Dramatic granite towers, waterfalls and alpine pastures
• One of Baltistan’s most scenic trekking valleys

Hotel (Cultural Program) / Camping (Trekking Option)

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Khaplu - Mankhokha Waterfall.

• Visit Keris Village
• Explore Mankhokha Waterfall
• Overnight stay in Skardu

Trekking Alternative:
• Free Day / Trek to Amin Brakk Base Camp (4,500m)
• Optional 4 km round-trip trek (3–4 hrs)
• Famous climbing peak known as the “Great Tower”
• Panoramic views of Nangma granite walls
• Rest or exploration at camp

Hotel (Cultural Program) / Camping (Trekking Option)

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Shigar Valley Exploration.

• Visit Shigar Fort, a restored heritage fort
• Explore Hashu Pi Bagh orchard
• Visit Amburiq Mosque, one of the oldest mosques in Baltistan
• Blind Lake Shigar

Trekking Alternative:
• Nangma Valley – Kanday – Khaplu (2,600m)
• Trek back 6 km (3–4 hrs) to Kanday Village
• Drive about 80 km (2.5 hrs) to Khaplu
• Hotel check-in, hot shower and local dinner
• Celebrate completion of the trek

Hotel

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Explore Chunda valley and Skardu / Drive from Khaplu to Skardu via the scenic Shyok River Valley.

• Chunda valley
• Upper Kachura Lake
• Budha Rock etc

Trekking Alternative:
• Pass through Shyok villages, with views of Saling and Kharkoo Valley
• Visit Daghoni Village – meet school children and the old school master
• Enjoy traditional lunch at a local village home
• Arrive in Skardu by evening, overnight stay at hotel

Hotel

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Drive to Hunza from Skardu via Karakoram Highway (6-8 hours).

• Early morning drive from Skardu along the legendary Karakoram Highway (KKH), passing dramatic landscapes, deep gorges, and towering peaks.
• Stop at the iconic viewpoint where the Himalayas, Karakoram, and Hindu Kush Mountain ranges converge.
• Arrive in Hunza Valley by afternoon and explore Karimabad, including a visit to the historic Baltit Fort with its panoramic views.

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Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Explore Hunza Valley.

• Visit Altit Fort, one of Hunza’s oldest forts, with rich history and valley views.
• Experience the adventurous Hussaini Suspension Bridge.
• Admire the dramatic Passu Cones with glaciers and rugged peaks.
• Stop at the scenic Attabad Lake with its turquoise waters.
• End the day in Passu with a local yak burger while enjoying mountain views.

Hotel

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Drive Hunza to Ghizer (229km, 5 hours).

• Drive to Gupis/Ghizer via the scenic Karakoram Highway.
• Explore the beautiful Gilgit-Ghizer Valleys along the way.
• Visit Khalti Lake, famous for its crystal-clear waters and serene surroundings.
• Continue to the stunning Phander Valley, known for lush greenery, rivers, and peaceful landscapes.

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Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Drive from Ghizer to Chitral via Shandur Pass (10–12 hours by 4x4 jeep).

• Scenic route along the Ghizer River, crossing the Shandur Pass (3,720m)
• Pass by the Shandur Polo Ground, the highest in the world
• Enjoy dramatic mountain views and remote landscapes
• Arrive in Chitral Valley, explore the town and surroundings
• Overnight stay in Chitral, gateway to Kalash Valley

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Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Drive from Chitral to Kalash Valley (approx. 3 hours).

• Explore the unique culture of the Kalash tribe, believed to descend from ancient Greek civilization
• Visit traditional hillside villages built with rough logs along rivers and streams
• Enjoy interactions, cultural photography, and learning about their way of life
• Overnight stay in a guest house or hotel in Kalash Valley

Hotel

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Drive from Kalash Valley to Peshawar by jeep (approx. 10–12 hours, 460 km).

• Pass through the scenic Dir Valley and other beautiful valleys of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
• Enjoy views of lush landscapes and local life along the way
• Overnight stay at a hotel in Peshawar

Hotel

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Explore Peshawar, the cultural and historical capital of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.

• Visit iconic sites like the Mahabat Khan Mosque, Truck Art Workshops, Old Sethi Houses, and the famous Qissa Khawani Bazaar (Street of Storytellers)
• Experience the city's rich Pashtun culture, local cuisine, and bustling markets
• In the afternoon, drive to Islamabad (approx. 4 hours)
• Overnight stay in Islamabad or prepare for departure to home country

Hotel

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

International Flight.

Transfer to Islamabad International Airport for your international flight home, concluding your 18-day Northern Pakistan adventure

Breakfast