Itinerary
- Intro
Introduction
- Day 1
Islamabad
Islamabad- Start point
- Islamabad Capital Territory, Pakistan (Day 1 – Arrival in Islamabad)
Optional Activities
- Sightseeing in Islamabad (subject to arrival time and rest requirements)
- Day 2
Islamabad to Skardu
Islamabad to SkarduIncluded Activities
- Exploration of Lower Kachura Lake and resort surroundings
- Visit to Upper Kachura Lake and village approach (short walk on uneven paths)
- Visit to Skardu Cold Desert (subject to arrival time, daylight and road conditions)
Landmarks Lower Kachura Lake Upper Kachura Lake Skardu Cold Desert - Day 3
Skardu to Fairy Meadows
Skardu to Fairy MeadowsIncluded Activities
- 4WD jeep transfer from Raikot Bridge to Tato (approximately 1.5-2 hours on rough mountain track)
- Guided walk from Tato to Fairy Meadows (approximately 5 km uphill through forest, around 3-4 hours including rests)
Optional Activities
- Horse assistance for the forest walk to Fairy Meadows (local arrangement at extra cost, subject to availability and suitability; some walking may still be necessary)
Landmarks Raikot Bridge Fairy Meadows Nanga Parbat - Day 4
Fairy Meadows
Fairy MeadowsIncluded Activities
- Short meadow walks around Fairy Meadows (optional at own pace)
Optional Activities
- Guided forest walk towards Beyal Camp and Nanga Parbat Viewpoint (approximately 4-6 hours return including breaks; exact endpoint and duration confirmed with guide that morning)
- Continuing beyond Beyal to higher viewpoint (additional walking time and more uneven terrain)
- Horse assistance for the walk (subject to local availability, suitable trail sections and additional charges)
Landmarks Beyal Camp Nanga Parbat - Day 5
Fairy Meadows to Gilgit
Fairy Meadows to GilgitIncluded Activities
- Guided walk down forest trail from Fairy Meadows to Tato (approximately 5 km, roughly 2-3 hours with rests)
- 4WD jeep transfer from Tato to Raikot Bridge (approximately 1.5-2 hours on rough mountain track)
- Karakoram Highway journey from Raikot Bridge to Gilgit (approximately 2-3 hours)
- Viewing of Indus-Gilgit river confluence at suitable roadside stop
- Visit to Kargah Buddha (subject to arrival time, daylight and access)
Landmarks Kargah Buddha Indus-Gilgit River Confluence - Day 6
Gilgit to Karimabad
Gilgit to KarimabadIncluded Activities
- Stop at Rakaposhi Viewpoint near Ghulmet for mountain and valley views (weather dependent)
- Guided visit to Baltit Fort in Karimabad (approximately 45-60 minutes; involves slopes and stairs)
- Exploration of Karimabad Bazaar
Landmarks Rakaposhi Viewpoint Baltit Fort Karimabad Bazaar - Day 7
Karimabad
KarimabadIncluded Activities
- Guided visit to Altit Fort with exploration of historic settlement and restored royal garden (approximately 1 hour plus additional time for village lanes and garden; subject to opening hours)
- Walk through selected local settlements and village heritage sites
- Drive to Duikar (Eagle's Nest) for mountain views (approximately 2-3 hours of vehicle travel total)
- Viewing of Ultar Sar, Ladyfinger Peak and Rakaposhi from Duikar viewpoint (weather dependent)
Landmarks Altit Fort Duikar (Eagle's Nest) Ultar Sar Ladyfinger Peak Rakaposhi - Day 8
Karimabad
KarimabadOptional Activities
- Village walks around Karimabad (own pace)
- Craft browsing and shopping
- Photography of village lanes and terraced landscape
- Village craft workshops (subject to availability and additional charges)
- Cooking experience (subject to availability and additional charges)
- Hike towards Ultar (requires suitable local guide, fitness assessment, and confirmation of route, duration, elevation gain and turnaround time; easy glacier stroll should not be assumed)
Landmarks Ultar - Day 9
Central Hunza to Upper Hunza
Central Hunza to Upper HunzaIncluded Activities
- Visit to Hopper Valley with mountain and glacier views from viewpoint (uneven ground approach; glacier crossing not included)
- Stop at Attabad Lake for photography of turquoise water and cliffs
Optional Activities
- Boat ride on Attabad Lake (subject to operating conditions and payable separately; agree duration and charge locally before boarding)
Landmarks Hopper Valley Attabad Lake Shishkat Village - Day 10
Upper Hunza
Upper HunzaIncluded Activities
- Walk through Ghulkin village lanes and fields
- Visit to Hussaini Suspension Bridge for views of river and mountains (crossing is optional and depends on local conditions and guide assessment)
- Photography stop at Passu Cones
- Visit to Borith Lake at approximately 2,600 m with lakeside walk (approximately 3-4 hours vehicle travel total)
Optional Activities
- Crossing of Hussaini Suspension Bridge (optional, depends on local conditions and guide assessment)
- Ghulkin Glacier hike (must have route, walking time, equipment and charges confirmed beforehand; different from viewpoint walk)
Landmarks Ghulkin Hussaini Suspension Bridge Passu Cones Borith Lake - Day 11
Upper Hunza to Gilgit
Upper Hunza to GilgitIncluded Activities
- Journey along Karakoram Highway through Sost
- Conditional visit to Khunjerab Pass (approximately 4,693 m) subject to current road, weather and official access arrangements
- Brief visit and walk at Khunjerab Pass (gentle walking only due to high elevation)
- Photography and rest stops during 8-9 hour drive
Landmarks Khunjerab Pass Khunjerab National Park - Day 12
Gilgit to Islamabad
Gilgit to IslamabadIncluded Activities
- Transfer to Gilgit Airport
- Day 13
Islamabad
Islamabad- End point
- Islamabad Capital Territory, Pakistan (Day 13 – Islamabad City Tour & Departure)
Included Activities
- Visit to Faisal Mosque at the foot of Margalla Hills (respecting prayer times, modest dress and access instructions)
- Visit to Lok Virsa Museum to discover Pakistan's cultural traditions
- Walk through Saidpur Village
- City panorama from Daman-e-Koh viewpoint (subject to visibility and road access)
Landmarks Faisal Mosque Lok Virsa Museum Saidpur Village Daman-e-Koh
