This 6-day air-and-road itinerary makes the most of limited time in the north: fly in on the spectacular Skardu route, explore Baltistan's historic Shigar, cross to Hunza past the meeting point of three great mountain ranges, and fly home from Gilgit β no two-day road transfers required.
Tour Itinerary
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Day 1 β Islamabad to Skardu by air, on to Shigar
Catch the flight to Skardu, regarded as one of the most spectacular in the world. After arrival, visit Skardu Bazaar, the K2 Museum (if open) and Kharpocho Fort, before driving to Shigar for the overnight stay at the hotel.
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Day 2 β Shigar sightseeing
In the morning, visit the Amburiq Mosque, the bazaar and the restored Khanqah. In the afternoon, take a walking tour around Shigar and its surrounding areas. Overnight at the hotel.
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Day 3 β Shigar to Hunza
After breakfast, drive to Karimabad with a short en-route stop at the meeting point of three mighty mountain ranges β the Himalayas, Karakoram and Hindukush β and the confluence of the River Indus and River Gilgit. On arrival, transfer to the hotel for the night.
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Day 4 β Hunza sightseeing
In the morning, visit the famous Altit and Baltit forts. In the afternoon, drive up to Duiker to enjoy the sunset among the lofty peaks of Hunza. Overnight at the hotel.
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Day 5 β Upper Hunza, Attabad Lake and on to Gilgit
A full-day excursion to Upper Hunza visiting Gulkin village, Borit Lake, the Hussaini Suspension Bridge and Gulmit village, before returning to Gilgit for the overnight stay.
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Day 6 β Gilgit to Islamabad
Catch the early morning flight back to Islamabad. On arrival, transfer to your desired place.