6 Days trip to Skardu (Winter Tour)
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6 Days trip to Skardu (Winter Tour)
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In winter, Skardu becomes a stunning snowy paradise with mountains, frozen lakes, and peaceful views. Flying from Islamabad is easier since roads may be blocked by snow. Once there, you’ll see breathtaking spots like the frozen Shangrila Lake and the peaceful Upper Kachura Lake. Visiting Skardu Fort gives beautiful views of the snowy valley, and Shigar Fort offers a warm spot to enjoy tea. Winter nights in Skardu are perfect for cozying up, enjoying local dishes, and stargazing. Book your trip" 6 Days trip to Skardu (Winter Tour)"
Day 1 (Departure for Chilas)
• Breakfast at hotel.
• Departure from Islamabad for Besham.
• Travel through Hazara Motorway and then to Thakot Motorway.
• Travel on Karakorum Highway along the mighty river indus.
• Short Stays on the way. Continue your journey towards Besham.
• Enjoy the scenic views along the way.
• Stop at scenic spots along the Karakoram Highway for photo opportunities.
• Drive towards Dassu.Then drive towards Chilas.
• Arrival in Chilas and transfer to hotel.
• Overnight stay in Chilas.
• Travel time Approximately 12 to 14 hours.
Day 2 (Departure for Skardu)
• Breakfast at hotel.
• Departure for Skardu.
• Travel via Jaglot and Astak to reach Skardu.
• Visit Shangrila Lake and Upper Kachura Lake.
• Photography and Sightseeing.
• Visit the Lower Kachura Lake, located within the premises of Shangrila Resort, and enjoy a peaceful boat ride.
• Visit Soq Valley.
• Arrival in Skardu and check in to your hotel.
• Rest and freshen up after the journey.
• Explore the local surroundings and enjoy the evening in Skardu.
• Overnight stay in Skardu.
Day 3 (Visit to Khaplu)
• Breakfast at hotel.
• Drive to Khaplu.
• Stopover at confluence point of river Shyok River and Indus.
• Sightseeing near-by waterfall.
• Stopover on Barah Valley .
• Arrive in Barah Valley and visit the local villages to experience the unique Balti culture.
• Continue drive to Khaplu.
• Visit old town of Khaplu and famous Khaplu fort (built in the mid-19th century).
• Visit 600 years old famous Chaqchan Mosque.
• Visit Sailing fish farm.
• Overnight stay in Khaplu.
Day 4 (Visit to Shigar Valley)
• Breakfast at hotel.
• Drive Towards Shigar Valley.
• Stopover for photography at Cold Desert.
• Enjoy distance view scenic Sarfaranga Desert.
• Visit old town Shigar and famous Shigar fort (built in 17th century by the Raja of Amacha
Dynasty of Shigar ).
• Leisure time in the peaceful lawn of Shigar fort.
• Visit Amburiq Mosque (one of the oldest in Baltistan).
• Transfer to hotel.
• Overnight stay in Shigar.
Day 5 (Departure back to Chilas)
• Breakfast at hotel.
• Visit Skardu Fort, also called Kharpocho Fort, situated high on a hill.
• Departure for Chilas.
• Stopovers on the way for sightseeing and photography.
• Travel on the same Karakorum Highway route.
• Arrival in Chilas and transfer to hotel.
• Overnight stay in Chilas.
Day 6 (Back to Islamabad)
• Breakfast.
• Check out from hotel and departure for Islamabad.
• Travel on same Karakorum Highway with stopovers on the way at Samar Nala, Dassu and Chilas.
• Arrival in Islamabad.
• End of services.