14 DAYS HUNZA AND SKARDU AUTUMN TOUR PACKAGE PAKISTAN
Per person
Duration
14 days
Package Details
This tour plan is available for private customized trips only! (See the end of the page to know what a private customized tour is.)
Itinerary
- Welcome guests at the Islamabad International Airport
- Next, transfer to the hotel, enjoy a delicious dinner, and call it a day
- Early morning departure from Islamabad
- Travel through the scenic Hazara Motorway and Karakoram Highway
- Short stay at Besham / Balakot
- Visit Lulusar Lake, Babusar Top and Upper Kaghan Valley
- Reach Chilas / Naran Kaghan in the evening (as planned and as accessible)
- Night stay at Chilas / Naran Kaghan
- Departure for Skardu
- Short visit of the viewpoint of the Killer Mountain Nanga Parbat
- Visit Junction Point of the 3 Mountain Ranges (Karakoram, Hindukush, and Himalaya)
- Short stay at the Astak Nala
- Reach Skardu in the evening
- Night stay in Skardu
- Departure for Kachura Valley
- Reach Skardu around 3 pm, visit Shangrila Resort, famously known as "Heaven on Earth."
- Explore Lower Kachura Lake (Shangrila Lake) and Upper Kachura Lake (20 minutes walk)
- Visit Soq Valley, and spend time there
- Drive to the hotel at Skardu for an overnight stay
- Depart for Khaplu Valley (approx. 2.5 hours drive)
- Enjoy the scenic drive along the Shyok River, passing through picturesque villages and rugged mountain landscapes
- Visit the confluence point of Shyok River & Indus River
- Arrive in Khaplu Valley, take a short walk through the valley, and interact with the friendly residets
- Explore Khaplu Fort, also known as Yabgo Khar. This historic fort, nw a heritage hotel, offers a glimpse into the region’s royal history
- Tour the fort’s museum, showcasing artifacts, photographs, and the history of the local rules
- Head to Saling Valley – around 20-30 minutes from Khaplu are the scenic grassy lands of Saling surrounded by rocky mountains and calm riverbeds
- Drive to the hotel at Khaplu for an overnight stay
- Travel to Manthokha Waterfall, a man-made gigantic waterfall (approx. 1.5-2 hours drive)
- Explore surroundings till 12 noon
- Drive to Shigar Valley, a gateway to K2 and other sky scraping mountains in Pakistan (approx. 2- 3 hours drive)
- Visit Shigar Fort, also a museum known for its rich cultural heritage
- Visit Amburiq Mosque, considered to be the oldest Mosque in Gilgit Baltistan
- Drive Sarfaranga Cold Desert for sunset view, one of the highest cold deserts in the world
- Drive to the hotel at Skardu for an overnight stay
- Departure for Hunza Valley for Autumn Tour sighting
- Short visit of the viewpoint of the Killer Mountain Nanga Parbat
- Visit Junction Point of the 3 Mountain Ranges (Karakoram, Hindukush, and Himalaya)
- Have a Rakaposhi View Point autumn stop to admire the majestic Rakaposhi Peak
- Reach Hunza Valley in the evening
- Check in at the hotel for night stay
- Drive towards Altit Fort for the Autumn Tour around 10 am
- Witness Autumn Fall on the Apricot, Cherry, and Apple Trees at the Royal Garden at Altit Fort
- Optionally dine in at Kha Basi Café at Altit Fort and witness the breathtaking autumn foliage in Hunza
- Now, drive towards Karimabad and witness the Karimabad autumn orchards on the way
- Walk towards the Baltit Fort and have a guided tour of the fort
- Enjoy some scenic autumn aerial views of Hunza Valley
- Now visit the Karimabad Bazaar and indulge in some traditional Hunzai Cuisine from local cafés
- Restaurant Options: Café De Hunza, Mountain Cup Café, Food Pavilion by Laal Shehzadi, Pizza Pamir, and many more
- Visit Duikar Eagle’s Nest for the autumn sunset views over the Hunza Valley
- Drive towards the hotel for the night stay
- Drive towards Hopper Valley for Autumn Tour
- Explore the autumn heaven - Hopper Valley and visit the Hoper Glacier View Point
- Now head towards the Ganish Village
- Have a guided tour of the Ganish Village, which is considered one of the oldest human settlements in the region, and was used as a resting place during the Central Asian Silk Route trade era
- Drive towards the hotel for the night stay
- Departure for Gulmit and Passu
- Explore Attabad Lake on the way, and spend time there
- Explore Gulmit Village for jaw-dropping autumn foliage in Hunza Valley, and interact with the locals of the village
- Visit Borith Lake and enjoy kayaking at the lake surrounded by autumn colors
- Drive towards Passu Cones View Point
- Visit the adventurous Hussaini Suspension Bridge, Passu Cones, and Passu Glacier View Point
- Drive towards the hotel for the night stay at Gulmit / Passu
- Departure for Khunjerab Pass early in the morning
- Visit Khunjerab National Park and the Pak-China Border
- Experience the high altitude chilly winds or autumn at Khunjerab Pass
- Visit the beautiful Attabad Lake on the way and optionally enjoy water sports
- Drive back to Hunza in the evening
- Check in at the hotel for the night stay
- Start the drive towards the Nomal Village and Naltar Valley around 9 am
- Reach Nomal and transfer to the jeep (if required) for the Naltar Valley
- Explore Naltar Valley in the autumn colors
- Further explore Naltar Lakes in autumn till evening
- Start the drive towards Chilas in the evening
- Arrive at Chilas and check in at the hotel for the night stay
- Start the drive towards Islamabad
- Take any short stays or lunch breaks on the way
- Reach Islamabad in the evening, and check in at the hotel for the night stay
- Bid farewell with the lifelong memories
- Drop off at the Islamabad Airport according to your flight schedule
SERVICES WE PROVIDE
- Pick & Drop: To and from your desired location (hotel or airport)
- Transport: Luxury booked transport for the entire trip
- Jeep: As required for the off-road tracks
- Accommodation: Night stays at our on-panel hotels or you can select your desired hotels
- Tour Guide: A professional and knowledgeable guide to assist you
- Driver: A personal driver for the whole trip
- Driver Expenses: All driver-related expenses are covered
- Breakfasts: Daily complimentary breakfasts at the hotels
- Tolls, Taxes, and Fuel: All-inclusive
- On Call Assistance: 24/7 during the trip
HOW TO BOOK HUNZA AND SKARDU AUTUMN TOUR PACKAGE IN PAKISTAN?
Here is a guide on how to book your tour:
- Contact us through WhatsApp, 📞 Call (0303-4364467 || 0310-6406568), or 📧 Email (info@naturehikepakistan.pk).
- Our representative will respond to your query and ask for the details to curate your customized tour plan with all the details according to your requirements.
- Share your precise requirements for the best tour planned by our team.
- Our representative will propose a plan with you, and you can finalize your package or make any necessary changes.
- Book your tour through advance payment, pack your bags, and leave the rest to us.
Contact us to plan and discuss your next exciting private customized trip with our team.