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Discover the Jewel of Pakistan with North gateways' Skardu Tour Packages

Embark on an unforgettable journey to Skardu, a mesmerizing destination nestled in the heart of Pakistan's northern regions. North gateways invites you to explore the breathtaking landscapes, rich cultural heritage, and adventure-filled experiences that Skardu has to offer. Our meticulously crafted Skardu tour packages ensure a seamless and memorable travel experience, allowing you to immerse yourself in the beauty of this hidden gem.

Package Highlights:

Scenic Landscapes:

Skardu is renowned for its stunning landscapes, featuring majestic mountains, crystal-clear lakes, and lush green valleys. Our tour packages are designed to take you to iconic spots such as Shangrila Resort, Upper Kachura Lake, and the mesmerizing Shigar Fort. Marvel at the surreal beauty of Satpara Lake and witness the ethereal reflections of the surrounding peaks.

Cultural Exploration:

Immerse yourself in the rich cultural tapestry of Skardu with visits to historic sites like Skardu Fort and the ancient Sheosar Lake. Northgateways ensures that you have the opportunity to interact with the friendly locals, giving you a deeper understanding of the region's traditions and way of life.

Adventure Activities:

For the thrill-seekers, our packages include exciting adventure activities such as trekking in the Karakoram Range and jeep safaris through the challenging terrains. Conquer the renowned trekking routes like the Baltoro Glacier trek and experience the adrenaline rush of exploring the untamed wilderness.

Comfortable Accommodations: Rest assured, Northgateways prioritizes your comfort. Our  Skardu tour packages 2024 include accommodations in top-notch hotels and resorts, ensuring a relaxing stay amidst the rugged beauty of Skardu. Wake up to panoramic views and enjoy the warm hospitality of the local staff.

Gastronomic Delights: Indulge in the flavors of Skardu with our carefully curated culinary experiences. Sample local dishes and traditional cuisine, savoring the unique blend of spices that define the region's gastronomy. From hearty meals to delightful snacks, our packages ensure a culinary journey that complements your overall exploration.

Why Choose Northgateways?

Expert Guidance: With years of experience in organizing tours to Skardu, Northgateways boasts a team of seasoned experts. Our knowledgeable guides will accompany you, providing insights into the history, geography, and culture of the region.

Customization Options: We understand that each traveler is unique. That's why our Skardu tour packages offer flexibility, allowing you to tailor your itinerary based on your preferences and interests. Whether you're a nature enthusiast, history buff, or adventure seeker, we've got you covered.

Safety First:

Your safety is our top priority. Northgateways adheres to strict safety standards, ensuring that your journey to Skardu is not only memorable but also secure. Our team takes care of all the logistics, leaving you free to enjoy the experience worry-free.

Affordability:

We believe that everyone should have the opportunity to explore the wonders of Skardu. Our  Pakistan tour packages 2024 are competitively priced, offering excellent value for money without compromising on the quality of your travel experience.

Embark on a soul-stirring adventure with Northgateways' Skardu tour packages. Let us be your guide to the unparalleled beauty and cultural richness of this enchanting destination. Book your journey today and create memories that will last a lifetime.

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elegant speeches.

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Serena Hotel, Shigar Fort, Shigar, Skardu, Pakistan.

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Skardu : The Switzerland Of the East

Skardu is a town and is the capital of Skardu District, in Gilgit, Gilgit-Baltistan. Skardu is located in the 10 kilometres (6 miles) wide by 40 kilometres (25 miles) long Skardu Valley, at the confluence of the Indus and the Shigar River. Skardu is at an altitude of nearly 2,500 metres (8,202 feet). The town is surrounded by grey-brown coloured mountains, which hide the 8,000 metre peaks of the nearby Karakoram range.

 History 

The first mention of Skardu dates to the first half of the 16th century. Mirza Haidar (1499–1551) described in the 16th century wrote Tarikh-i-Rashidi Baltistan and called Askardu as one of the districts of this country. With the conquest of Kashmir in 1586 by the Mughal Emperor Akbar (1556–1605) were starting with Ali Sher Khan Anchan, the kings of Skardu mentioned as ruler of Little Tibet in the historiography of the Mughal Empire. These are, in particular, histories of Al-Badaoni, Abu'l Fazl, 'Abdu-l Hamid Lahori, Saqi Must'ad Khan and Inayat Khan. 

The first mention of Skardu in European literature was made by Frenchman François Bernier (1625–1688). Bernier was a physician and world traveler who reached India in 1659 and in 1663 in the wake of the Mughal emperor Aurangzeb, traveled to Kashmir. In 1670, he described his encounter with a King of Little Tibet — these related to Murad Khan — and mentions Eskerdou (Skardu) as one of the places of Baltistan in his travel memoirs. After this mention of Little Tibet and Skardu through the country, Little Tibet and Skardu were quickly drawn into Asian maps produced in Europe. Skardu was first mentioned as Eskerdow the map "Indiae orientalis nec non insularum adiacentium nova descriptio" by Nicolaes Visscher II, published 1680-1700, and the first recorded Baltistan as Tibet Minor.

Geography 

Skardu is in the 10 kilometres (6 miles) wide by 40 kilometres (25 miles) long Skardu Valley, at the confluence of the Indus river (flowing from near Kailash in Tibet and through neighbouring Ladakh before reaching Baltistan) and the Shigar River. It is at an altitude of nearly 2,500 m (8,200 ft).

Tourism 

Skardu, along with Gilgit, are the two major tourism, trekking and expedition hubs in Gilgit–Baltistan. The mountainous terrain of the region, which includes four of the world's 14 Eight-thousander peaks, attracts tourists, trekkers and mountaineers from around the world. The main tourist season is from April to October; except at this time, the area can be cut off for extended periods by the snowy, freezing winter weather. Accessible from Skardu by road, the nearby Askole and Hushe are the main gateways to the snow-covered 8,000 m peaks including K2, the Gasherbrums, Broad Peak, and the Trango Towers, and to the huge glaciers of Baltoro, Biafo and Trango. This makes Skardu the main tourist and mountaineering base in the area, which has led to the development of a reasonably extensive tourist infrastructure including shops and hotels. The popularity of the region results in high prices, especially during the main trekking season. Treks to the Deosai Plains, the second highest in the world at 4,114 metres (13,497 ft) above sea level, after the Chang Tang in Tibet, either start from or end at Skardu. In the local Balti language, Deosai is called Byarsa, meaning 'summer place'. With an area of approximately 3,000 square kilometres (1,158 sq mi), the plains extend all the way to Ladakh and provides a habitat for snow leopards, ibex, Tibetan blue bears and wild horses.

Climate and geology 

The climate of Skardu during the summer is moderated by its mountain setting; the intense heat of lowland India does not reach it. The mountains block out the summer monsoon, and summer rainfall is thus quite low. However, these mountains result in very severe winter weather. During the April-to-October tourist season, temperatures vary between a maximum of 27 °C (81 °F) and a minimum (in October) 8 °C (46 °F). Temperatures can drop to below −10 °C (14 °F) in the December-to-January midwinter period. The lowest recorded temperature was −24.1 °C (−11 °F) on 7 January 1995. The Shigar River is a tributary to the Indus River, joining at the town of Skardu. The Basha and Braldu rivers are northern tributaries of the Shigar. Numerous complex granitic pegmatites and a few alpine-cleft metamorphic deposits are found in the Shigar Valley and its tributaries. Shigar Valley contains the Main Karokoram Thrust separating the metasediments (chlorite to amphibolite grade) on the Asian plate from the southern volcanoclastic rocks of the Kohistan-Ladakh island arc.

Transport 

Skardu is accessible by two methods, road or air. The normal road route into Skardu is via the Karakorum Highway and a Skardu Road (S1) into the Skardu Valley from it. There are four or five road links to Srinagar and Leh. Alternatively, there are one or two flights daily between Skardu Airport and Islamabad. The climate can have adverse effects on transport in and out of the Skardu Valley, as Skardu becomes snowbound during the winter months. The roads in and out of Skardu (and other Northern Areas locations) can be blocked for weeks at a time depending on conditions (though two to five days is more normal), sometimes leaving air travel as the only feasible alternative. However, air travel in winter is also subject to disruption due to the unreliable Skardu weather. Flights can occasionally be delayed by several days.

Satpara Dam  The Satpara Dam development project on the Satpara Lake was inaugurated in 2003. It was expected to be completed in December 2006; now the development work will be completed in December 2013. It is 6 km (4 mi) south of Skardu city and is at an altitude of 2,700 metres (8,900 ft) from mean sea level. The main source of water is melting ice of the Deosai plains during the summer season. Now Satpara Dam provides drinking water to the whole city of Skardu and agricultural water to major areas of Skardu, for example Gayoul, Newrangha, Khlangranga, Shigari khurd, etc. It is a multipurpose project, which will produce 17.36 megawatts hydro generation, irrigate 15,000 acres (61 km2) of land and provide 13 cusecis drinking water daily to Skardu city. Skardu Fort (Kharphocho Fort) 

Skardu Fort or Kharphocho Fort lies on the eastern face of the Khardrong or Mindoq-Khar ("Castle of Queen Mindoq") hill 15 metres or 40 feet (12 m) above Skardu town. The fort dates from the 8th century CE and contains an old mosque probably dating back to the arrival of Islam in the 16th century CE. The fort provides a panoramic view of Skardu town, the Skardu valley and the Indus River. It was built by Rmakpon dynasty rulers of Baltistan. It was a seven-storey building. Mostly local people say that Kharpoocho is made by a ghost as they were servants of the ruler of that time. 

Kharphocho (Skardu) fort was built on a design similar to that of Leh Palace and the Potala Palace in Lhasa, Tibet. The name Kharpochhe means the great fort — Khar in Tibetan means castle or fort and Chhe means great. 

Shigar Fort 

Located on the route to the world’s second highest mountain, K-2, is Shigar Fort. It is also known as Fong-Khar, which in the local language means the “Palace on the Rock”. The complex at Shigar comprises the 400-year-old fort/palace and two more recent buildings: the "Old House" and the "Garden House". The former palace of the Raja of Shigar has been transformed into a 20-room heritage guesthouse, with the grand audience hall serving as a museum of Balti culture and featuring select examples of fine wood-carvings, as well as other heritage objects. 

Lakes near Skardu  There are three lakes in the vicinity of Skardu. In local Balti-Tibetan language, a lake is a thso or tso. Kachura Lakes 

There are two Kachura Lakes — the less well-known Upper Kachura lake and the more famous Lower Kachura Lake, better known as Shangrila Lake. Lower Katsura Lake is home to the Shangrila Resort hotel complex (possibly the reason for the lake's alternative name), built in a Chinese style and another popular destination for tourists in Azad Kashmir. The resort has a unique restaurant, set up inside the fuselage of an aircraft that crashed nearby. Kachura Lake 18m from Skardu. Kachura Lake is famous for its deep blue waters. There are numerous places to visit and things to do near Kachura Lake, near Skardu in the northern area.

Satpara Lake 

Satpara Lake is Skardu Valley's main lake. In 2002, the Federal Government decided to build a dam on the Satpara Lake allocating $10 million to the project, in 2004. Progress has, however, been slow. Satpara Lake is 6 miles (9.7 km) from Skardu. Satpara Lake is one of the largest fresh water lakes in the countryside offering trout fishing and row boating. This lake is the source of Skardu's drinking water. The dam was mostly completed in 2011 and four powerhouse units are operational; the latest started operation in June 2013.

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Trip 1: 6 Days Couples / Families Tours to Skardu Schedule: 📆 Every Sunday from Islamabad. 📆 Every Friday from Karachi and Hyderabad Main Attractions: 🏞️ Balakot 🏞️ Besham 🏞️ Junction View Point 🏞️ Skardu 🏞️ Shangrilla Resort 🏞️ Upper Kachura Lake 🏞️ Soq Valley 🏞️ Shigar Fort 🏞️ Kharpocho Fort 🏞️ Katpana Lake 🏞️ Sadpara 🏞️ Mantokha Waterfall ______________________________________ Trip 2: 6 Days Couples / Families Tour to Hunza and Khunjrab Pass 📆 Every Sunday from Islamabad. 📆 Every Friday from Karachi and Hyderabad Main Attractions: 🏞️ Balakot 🏞️ Besham 🏞️ Junction View Point 🏞️ Gilgit City 🏞️ Rakaposhi View Point 🏞️ Hunza 🏞️ Altit and Baltit Forts 🏞️ Atta Abad Lake 🏞️ Passu Cones 🏞️ Hussaini Bridge 🏞️ Khunjrab Pass Services: 🚍 Luxury Transportation (Grand Cabin HiAce or Coster Saloon) 🚔 4X4 Jeep for off tracking road 🏨 Standard Accommodation in Good Hotels (Separate Room / Couple) 🍽️ Quality Meals (Breakfast + Dinner daily) 🔥 Bonfire and Live BBQ one time during the tour period Package Prices: 🔖 PKRS 38,500 / Couple from Islamabad to Islamabad 🔖 PKRS 39,500 / Couple from Lahore to Lahore 🔖 PKRS 48,500 / Couple from Karachi & Hyderabad (9 Days) with train return tickets economy Karachi 🔄 Islamabad Fuel and all toll taxes are included in the Package Entry tickets to Resorts and Forts are not included Payments: 50% of total amount will be required at the time of booking confirmation and the remaining amount will have to pay at time of departure for tour https://www.instagram.com/p/CWoLHeeML22/?utm_medium=tumblr

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 Return Air Tickets for Couple Islamabad – Skardu – Islamabad Only

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 Entry Tickets for Shiger, Khaplu and Shangrila Resorts for Couple

 Three Nights Hotel Stay

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Breakfast in Shangrila Resort, move from Skardu towards Shiger Fort , Short stay in Cold Desert, Move towards Khaplu Valley, Check into Serena khaplu Hotel

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Shigar Valley | Gilgit Baltistan

Shigar Valley is a beautiful valley in the surroundings of Skardu. The Shigar Valley is famous for its history, culture, and traditions. It is located at the bank of Shigar River and 32 km northeast from Skardu. This valley is also very popular for hiking, trekking and mountaineering, and the gateway to the high mountains of the Karakoram including the second highest mountain k2. The valley is 170 km long from Skardu to Askoleand at an elevation of 2,291 m above the sea level. Following is the list of Top attractions to visit in Shigar Valley. Shigar Fort   If you are looking for some unique and historic place in Shigar valley then the Shigar fort is one of the Best historical sights for visitors. It is awarded as UNESCO World Heritage Site. Shigar’s historic fort was converted into a museum and heritage hotel after restoration by the Aga Khan Cultural Service Pakistan and is now managed by Serena Hotels. The fort was built in the early 17th century by Hassan Khan that is the 20th ruler of the Amacha Dynasty. Shigar Fort, also known as Fong Khar (the Palace on the Rock), in the local Balti language. The fort is surrounded by lush green orchards and many fruit trees such as cherries, apricots, apples, and grapes, etc. This is one of the most beautiful tourist destinations in Shigar valley. Read the full article

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Guide to Pakistan: A 10 Day Itinerary in Northern Pakistan

If you happen to’re contemplating your first go to to Pakistan and need an itinerary to rival all others, right here is the proper 10-day introduction to Pakistan. This itinerary focuses on the Northern areas with their dramatic landscapes, historic forts, historical structure and proximity to the likes of Ladakh, world well-known for its’ unbelievable mountain ranges.

Pakistan is without doubt one of the most underrated journey locations for a wide range of causes. Not with out its’ issues, Pakistan is thought for having a fancy and sophisticated historical past because it was established in 1947. For that motive I’d personally suggest a guided tour in your first go to, although haven’t any motive to not encourage a solo journey given my very own expertise.

For the sake of readability, travelling solo (and specifically as a feminine) within the likes of Bali or Bangkok could be very totally different to travelling solo in Pakistan. If you’re new to solo journey I’d counsel gaining expertise in nations extra populated by vacationers and certainly, with a extra developed method towards tourism and overseas guests.

As a result of I didn’t journey by Pakistan as a solo feminine, I’d counsel studying this submit by The Broke Backpacker for additional data and readability given her thorough documentation on the subject (and sensible protection of Pakistan!)

Islamabad

This itinerary follows my 10-day journey all through Pakistan, beginning in Islamabad. The tour was put collectively by our information Atta (you may e-mail him right here) who works full time as a information in Northern Pakistan (extra on Atta later). 

Islamabad (or Isloo to the locals) is the capital metropolis of Pakistan however not even near the most important metropolis. There are a whopping 213 million individuals in Pakistan and simply 1 million in Islamabad. That makes town nice for a stopover and introduction to the nation. I’d suggest no less than one full day to discover Islamabad, although it wouldn’t harm to permit for 2 and reap the benefits of shaking jet lag on the identical time.

Begin the day proper with one of many greatest coffees in Islamabad, discovered at Mocca Cafe in Kohsar Market. While you’re there make sure you wander round and start to expertise the native purchasing. I’d counsel benefiting from the chance to purchase a shawl or two, as you will want to put on a shawl when getting into mosques and as a normal rule, it’s a good suggestion to have on one hand for sure conditions that decision for protecting up as an indication of respect to the native tradition.

For a fantastic pashmina (that are in actual fact from Nepal), head over to Maharaja Handicrafts at F6 markez, college highway. For Afghan Handicrafts and antiques head over to the few retailers across the nook from Maharaja on Aga Khan Highway close to the flower retailers.

Test in to the Serena Resort in order for you an unforgettable introduction to Pakistani tradition, structure, and opulent interiors inside what is taken into account probably the most stunning lodge in Islamabad. The lodge has all of the perks you can ever want, together with an out of doors swimming pool, health centre and large restaurant to get pleasure from a buffet breakfast.

Skardu

An necessary notice on this itinerary: it depends completely on this primary flight from Islamabad to Skardu, which is sadly topic to many cancellations given the climate path getting into the mountain ranges in Skardu. Ought to your flight be cancelled and you’re travelling as a part of a tour, various preparations might be made for you. If you’re travelling by yourself accord, I’d suggest having a couple of days of flexibility in case of cancellation, as there is just one flight a day and it’s completely climate dependent.

Sadly our journey started in simply that style: a cancelled flight to Skardu, leading to a 12 hour drive towards that path and a immediate in us reversing our itinerary. With a dose of optimism I hope the identical doesn’t occur to you, so will proceed to share the itinerary because it was initially deliberate as we nonetheless visited all of those locations – simply in reverse and with far more time in a bus!

On the best way to Skardu make sure you request a seat on the left hand aspect of the airplane for one of the best picture alternatives – you gained’t remorse it as you enter the mountain ranges within the North!

When you arrive make sure you replenish on dried apricots, walnuts and almonds for the lengthy journey by highway over the approaching days. There have been days the place we might not eat for 12 hours at a time given the distant places of those cities, so it’s higher to be ready! 

Shigar Fort

A few hours drive from Skardu and you’ll arrive at Shigar Fort, one in all Northern Pakistan’s most stunning lodges occupying an previous fort. The expertise is actual and uncooked – nearly so actual that it feels as when you have stepped in to a film set as a result of it’s so picturesque. The city itself can also be nice to stroll round in the course of the day amidst the hustle and bustle or you may take a bicycle for a extra relaxed afternoon to stretch the legs after your lengthy airplane and bus journey. 

If you happen to can time your luck, there could also be an area polo match going down close by. Ask your information or one of many locals for up to date data – this can be a fashionable sport within the Gilgit-Baltistan area and identified fashionable as “Recreation of the Kings”.

Khaplu Palace

It’s a additional three hours drive to succeed in Khaplu Palace, however that is arms down one of the crucial stunning properties to remain in all of Pakistan and certainly, the spotlight of my journey. When you have time to spend multiple evening, this property is greatest loved at a slower tempo. You’ll want to make use of the guided palace tour as there’s a lot to study in regards to the historical past of the palace and its surrounds. 

The Royal Excessive Tea is an expertise to not be forgotten and is served on a terrace overlooking the palace grounds and has sweeping views of the encompassing mountains. If you happen to ask politely the lodge employees may additionally allow you to discover the rooftop of the palace, which has 360 diploma views over Khaplu. 

If you’re feeling extra lively and adventurous, there’s a nice panoramic view available at Thoqsikhar, a two hour hike from the palace. Ask the lodge to pack a picnic lunch or begin your journey early within the morning with the solar and return to the palace for a relaxed lunch within the gardens.

When you have time the day you’re trying out, take into account stopping at Bara, a small city simply 20 minutes from Khaplu and en path to your subsequent vacation spot: Gilgit. Right here you’ll discover a wool spinning and weave centre that trains and helps native girls. That is additionally a terrific place to buy an area Baltistani topi.

Gilgit

It’s a prolonged drive from Khaplu to Gilgit, so make sure you depart in good time for those who want to see Gilgit earlier than darkish and even perhaps take a hike to the water channel above town that gives views of the valley under and likewise options the victory monument of Taj Mughul in addition to the seventh century Kargah Buddha rock carving. While in Gilgit we stayed on the Serena Resort and I used to be beginning to realise how a lot I appreciated these stunning lodges being all throughout Pakistan! They had been extraordinarily welcoming and felt like coming house. Buffet breakfasts had been a spotlight as had been the interiors, all the time devoted to the native space and paying tribute to influences in Central Asia.

Karimabad, Hunza

If you’ll spend a couple of days in anybody place, I’d extremely suggest basing your self for a couple of days within the Hunza Valley. Famend for its appeal, cleanliness and 995 literacy fee, Hunza is usually thought to be one of the crucial stunning cities to go to within the North of Pakistan.

If you happen to’re feeling peckish, begin your day at Cafe de Hunza for a slice of well-known walnut cake with an iced latte (which is definitely a frappe for ye Westerners) and so refreshing after days and days of prompt espresso! 

There are lots of cities to discover in Hunza, however with restricted time we made our solution to Gulmit, one of many highlights within the Hunza Valley. Right here there are a variety of ladies’s initiatives and it was one of many few cities the place we noticed girls within the streets. To assist native communities, some nice gadgets to buy as souvenirs or items to take house are apricot lotions and oils, gem stones, woollen shawls and woodcraft. You’ll find many artisans and store keepers on the streets who’re greater than keen to assist (a lot of which communicate excellent English) and never as soon as was I hassled to purchase something all through my time in Pakistan.

Not too removed from Hunza, I’d extremely suggest a go to to Attabad lake. This lake appeared  after a landslide that killed 20 individuals generally known as the Attabad catastrophe. The lake collects glacial silt from the encompassing mountains, leading to its turquoise blue color in Spring and Summer season. Additional down the highway edging nearer to the border with China is the rickety bridge generally known as “The Indiana Jones Bridge” for its likeness, although it by no means appeared within the movies. It’s completely value a go to however not for the faint hearted!

Karakoram Freeway

Thought of to be one of many best engineering accomplishments of the 20th century, the Karakoram Freeway connects Pakistan and China and is without doubt one of the highlights of Northeastern Pakistan. Your complete journey is 805 miles lengthy however you don’t must drive the complete solution to expertise a few of the epic surroundings that takes you thru hair-raising turns, infinite mountain ranges and lots of small villages the place locals will wave as you move by.

Fairy Meadows

If journey journey is extra your model and also you’re prepared for one wild journey, don’t miss the prospect to leap on the jeeps and make your solution to fairy Meadows alongside a steep cliff edge. After a one hour drive to the top of the highway, it’s only a 1.5-2 hour hike to the Fairy Meadows camp, which is a well-liked cease en path to the Base Camp for Nanga Parbat.

If time is in your aspect you would possibly take into account embarking on the trek to base camp the next morning – in keeping with my information this was an extra 10-12 hour hike with primary lodging at base camp. The Swiss-style cabins at Fairy Meadows are beautiful and plush, full with scorching water and electrical energy! This was a fantastic a part of the world to get up and benefit from the crisp mountain air so if time is in your aspect, you might even wish to keep an additional evening.

If you’re inquisitive about travelling to Pakistan with a information I can extremely suggest my information Atta who made our time in Pakistan nothing in need of superb. He has a few years expertise as a information in addition to being skilled in mountaineering, so is a good contact for those who’re in search of an area information to embark on a trek or two (I’ve set my eyes on K2 base camp subsequent!)

You’ll be able to contact Atta by e-mail: hunzaguide@gmail.com

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6 Days Couples / Families Tours to Skardu. Main Attractions: 🏞️ Balakot 🏞️ Besham 🏞️ Junction View Point 🏞️ Skardu 🏞️ Shangrilla Resort 🏞️ Upper Kachura Lake 🏞️ Soq Valley 🏞️ Shigar Fort 🏞️ Kharpocho Fort 🏞️ Katpana Lake 🏞️ Sadpara Lake 🏞️ Mantokha Waterfall Services: 🚍 Luxury Transportation (Grand Cabin HiAce or Coster Saloon) 🚔 4X4 Jeep for off tracking road 🏨 Standard Accommodation in Good Hotels (Separate Room / Couple) 🍽️ Quality Meals (Breakfast + Dinner daily) 🔥 Bonfire and Live BBQ one time during the tour period Package Prices: 🔖 PKRS 38,500 / Couple from Islamabad to Islamabad 🔖 PKRS 39,500 / Couple from Lahore to Lahore 🔖 PKRS 48,500 / Couple from Karachi & Hyderabad (9 Days) with train return tickets economy Karachi 🔄 Islamabad Fuel and all toll taxes are included in the Package Entry tickets to Resorts and Forts are not included Payments: 50% of total amount will be required at the time of booking confirmation and the remaining amount will have to pay at time of departure for tour https://www.instagram.com/p/CWoKOnzMmt6/?utm_medium=tumblr

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(っ◔◡◔)っ ♥ This Tour deal is ideal for the families and couple who want to spend comparatively less time and enjoy the more. In this 4 day packages we shall cover all the amazing place of the Skardu Valley. From hotel reservations to Shigar and Khaplu Fort reservations, our top services are also included in our Skardu Pakistan Travel Package. In addition, on the snow-capped mountains, air travel is even more fascinating. New Skardu Airport has daily flights from the Pakistani capital. All the other details of Skardu Couple Package 4 Days 03 Nights are listed below. ♥ 𝐓𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐈𝐧𝐜𝐥𝐮𝐝𝐞𝐬  Return Air Tickets for Couple Islamabad – Skardu – Islamabad Only  Private Transportation in Skardu – Khaplu Region as per tour Plan  Fuel for Vehicle Covered in Tour Plan  Entry Tickets for Shiger, Khaplu and Shangrila Resorts for Couple  Three Nights Hotel Stay  Driver’s expense paid by Company 𝗗ᴀʏ 𝟬1: Move from Islamabad to Skardu by PIA Flight, reach there in one hour time, Our Driver shall pick you from Skardu Airport , move towards Shangrila Resort Lake , Visit Upper Kachura Lake 𝗗ᴀʏ 𝟬2: Breakfast in Shangrila Resort, move from Skardu towards Shiger Fort , Short stay in Cold Desert, Move towards Khaplu Valley, Check into Serena khaplu Hotel 𝗗ᴀʏ 𝟬3: Breakfast in Serena Khaplu Fort Hotel, Visit Mosque Chanqchan, further visit Trout Fish Sailing Farm Khaplu, move towards Skardu , short stay at Katpana Lake, reach Shangrila Resort Skardu For Overnight Stay 𝗗ᴀʏ 𝟬4: Breakfast early, move towards Airport and catch Flight back to Islamabad for End of Tour Don’t miss that amazing and exciting trip! ⛄️ HURRY UP! 𝗙𝗢𝗥 𝗕𝗢𝗢𝗞𝗜𝗡𝗚𝗦 & 𝗗𝗘𝗧𝗔𝗜𝗟𝗦 𝑪𝒂𝒍𝒍/ 𝑻𝒆𝒙𝒕/ 𝑾𝒉𝒂𝒕𝒔𝒂𝒑𝒑 📞+92 314 6881394 (at Karachi, Pakistan) https://www.instagram.com/p/CLi42GCg1wZ/?igshid=1npowwbdo29sa