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$2,250/
Per Person- Best time to Visit: August/September when Deosai Plateau is open
- Small Group size limited to 12 (minimum 6 required to make this trip happen)
- The trip covers Skardu, Ghanche District, Deosai Plains and Heritage sites around Islamabad
- Escorted by your Tour Leader and Local Community Guide(s)
- Stays in Boutique Hotels, Heritage Properties, Guesthouses on twin/double sharing basis
- Experience Local Cuisine and Culture
While trip to Hunza is linear, Skardu is a starburst – places of interest in all directions such as the Deosai Plateau, natural landscape, elusive valleys, ancient architecture, enchanted lakes, and a deserts in the middle of mountains.
We will be visiting the Ghanche district, going further north in Hushe Valley. In Shigar we will spend time visiting the district and enjoying activities on one of the highest cold deserts in the region. Our journey climax will be an off-road ride to one of the highest plateaus at 4000 m, Deosai Plain, also called Land of the Giants.
Though easily accessible by road requiring 2-days, we recommend that the journey starts by taking an exciting flight to Skardu. This will give us ample time to explore the Skardu region to the fullest.
Spring, Summer and Autumn are the most beautiful seasons in Skardu. Winters are harsh. Do note that access to Deosai plains is only for 3-4 months (July-October).
Included and Excluded
- Domestic return airfare from Islamabad to Skardu
- All hotel nights on twin sharing basis from Day 1 to 11. Please note we cannot guarantee a roommate
- All ground transportation
- All meals and water. Lunch (on the go) may involve picnic baskets or boxes
- All tips to service providers such as drivers and hotel staff
- Entry Tickets to forts, national parks, and Boat rides on Lakes
- Tour Leader and Local Community Guide
- An online photo album of the experience for you to download and share
- Travel insurance (required)
- Visa fee
- International Airfare to Islamabad, Pakistan (we can suggest flights to take from your home country)
- Evacuation in case of medical, natural calamity, or any unforeseen emergency
- Minibars, laundry, telephone, Personal medicines, gear, or clothing
- Extra Tips to restaurant and hotel staff or Drivers
Itinerary
You will arrive in Islamabad. After hotel check-in, a short tour of Islamabad covering Shah Faisal Mosque, Golra Railway Station, Saidpur Village, and Lok Virsa Culture & Heritage Museum.
Taking an Early morning flight to Skardu, we will check into our hotel and explore side valleys and cultural sites around Skardu.
Early in the morning, we will depart for Khaplu in the Ghacnche District, visiting Mantokha Waterfall, Chaqchan Mosque, Khaplu Palace, Sailing, and Hushe Valley.
We will depart for Shigar valley. Enroute we will visit Katpana Desert. 2-days we will explore Shigar, Safaranga Cold Desert, Khilingrong & Amburiq Mosque, Jarbachzoo Lake, Hashupi Bagh and Shigar Fort.
A full-day excursion around Skardu, we will visit Upper and Lower Kachura Lakes, the Side valleys of Soq and Chunda, and time permitting explore the bazaar.
Climax of the journey, we will head towards Deosai Plain, Land of the Giants (brown bears). Enroute we will stop at Sadpara Lake, Manthal Buddha Rock, and Seosar lake at 4000 m.
Flight back to Islamabad. A leisurely day in Islamabad exploring shopping centers and Museums.
After breakfast, we will depart towards the Salt Ranges and visit Hindu’s Katas Temple Complex and the world’s second-largest salt mine, known as Khewra Salt Mine.
Half-day trip to one of the Holiest sites of Buddhism, we will visit Taxila Museum and archeological complexes. Afternoon and evening free for more shopping.
Flights back to your destinations.
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Cancellation by our guests The cancellation charges are as follows unless otherwise indicated on the detailed itinerary for each trip. All cancelation intimations must be received via email.
60 Days or more Money refunded minus non-refundable deposit
30 – 59 Days Penalty of 50% of the total cost of the trip
29 Days or less 100% forfeit
If a trip is cancelled by Road Less Traveled When a tour is canceled in the case of force majeure, the Tour Participant will receive a refund minus any funds that we are unable to recover from any supplier.
Cancellation by our guests The cancellation charges are as follows unless otherwise indicated on the detailed itinerary for each trip. All cancelation intimations must be received via email.
60 Days or more Money refunded minus non-refundable deposit
30 – 59 Days Penalty of 50% of the total cost of the trip
29 Days or less 100% forfeit
If a trip is cancelled by Road Less Traveled When a tour is canceled in the case of force majeure, the Tour Participant will receive a refund minus any funds that we are unable to recover from any supplier.
The non-refundable $500 deposit guarantees your space. The 2nd installment of $1,000 is due on 10 July 2025 and the balance on 20 August 2025.
For our guests, we will connect with you about the best ways to transfer money.
For our guests, we will connect with you about the best ways to transfer money.
Pakistan Tourist Visa portal: https://visa.nadra.gov.pk/tourist-visa/
Your passport must have at least 2 blank pages and be valid for at least 6 months beyond the end of the trip.
Your passport must have at least 2 blank pages and be valid for at least 6 months beyond the end of the trip.
Everyone has their own physical fitness level, and we want to give a realistic picture of what to expect on this journey. If you have any questions about whether or not this is the right trip for you, please connect with us!
Transport – Road journey will be long, involving sitting for a stretch of time. Though roads are all metaled, there may be some spots where we will experience bumpy roads. Our offroad excursion into side valleys will require a 4x4, on a gravel or rocky path.
Travel – As we go into side valleys, the track will be a winding road, and some may feel motion sickness.
Hikes or Walking—Some places require some walking, especially Kharphocho Fort, which has a steep climb through a paved path. Some short hikes will be required to reach the attraction, and these hikes will be on a gravel or rocky track.
High Altitude – On average, we will be around 8,000 – 9,000 feet above sea level. Ascent to Deosai Plains will be an extreme climb to 13,000 feet, and very few may feel headaches or nausea.
Sitting – Your hotel rooms will have Western sit toilets (the kind you are used to at home), but we may encounter squat toilets when we are on our outdoor day trips.
Transport – Road journey will be long, involving sitting for a stretch of time. Though roads are all metaled, there may be some spots where we will experience bumpy roads. Our offroad excursion into side valleys will require a 4x4, on a gravel or rocky path.
Travel – As we go into side valleys, the track will be a winding road, and some may feel motion sickness.
Hikes or Walking—Some places require some walking, especially Kharphocho Fort, which has a steep climb through a paved path. Some short hikes will be required to reach the attraction, and these hikes will be on a gravel or rocky track.
High Altitude – On average, we will be around 8,000 – 9,000 feet above sea level. Ascent to Deosai Plains will be an extreme climb to 13,000 feet, and very few may feel headaches or nausea.
Sitting – Your hotel rooms will have Western sit toilets (the kind you are used to at home), but we may encounter squat toilets when we are on our outdoor day trips.
Property Options that will be selected are far from the madding crowd, giving you time to explore nature and yourself, offering complete privacy and a homely atmosphere. You will find yourself in Boutique Hotels, Heritage properties, Guesthouses or Yurts.
Please go through the Terms & Conditions in the Resource TAB. A PDF file can be downloaded for your record.
Please go through the Waiver Agreement in the Resource TAB. A PDF file can be downloaded for your record.
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