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10-Day Skardu Tour from Lahore by Road

📅 10 Days / 9 Nights🚗 By Road📍 From Lahore

A complete overland adventure for Lahore travelers, from the plains of Punjab, up through Islamabad and the Karakoram Highway, over Babusar Pass and into the heart of Baltistan. Ten days covering the full drive plus every Skardu highlight.

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Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1, Lahore to Islamabad

Morning departure on the motorway, arriving Islamabad by afternoon. Free evening.

Day 2, Islamabad to Naran

Drive through Mansehra into the Kaghan Valley. Overnight in Naran.

Day 3, Babusar Pass to Skardu

Cross Babusar Pass. Nanga Parbat views at Chilas, then on to Skardu via the Indus gorge.

Day 4, Shangrila & Kachura Lakes

Shangrila Resort, Upper Kachura Lake, Satpara Lake and Skardu Bazaar.

Day 5, Deosai National Park

Full-day 4x4 expedition to Deosai. Sheosar Lake wildlife spotting.

Day 6, Shigar Valley & Cold Desert

Shigar Fort heritage visit. Katpana Cold Desert.

Day 7, Khaplu Valley

Shyok River drive to Khaplu Palace and Chaqchan Mosque. Manthoka Waterfall.

Day 8, Skardu City Day

Kharpocho Fort hike and local food tour.

Day 9, Return to Islamabad

Drive back via the KKH, arriving Islamabad in the evening.

Day 10, Islamabad to Lahore

Morning drive back to Lahore on the motorway, tour ends by afternoon.

Tour Highlights

Lahore to Islamabad DriveKarakoram HighwayBabusar Pass at 4,170mDeosai National ParkShangrila ResortShigar FortKhaplu Valley

✅ What's Included

AC coach or private transport for the full route
Hotel with breakfast daily
Licensed local guide in Skardu
Pickup from Lahore

❌ Not Included

Lunches and dinners
Personal expenses
Travel insurance

Tour Information

Duration10 Days / 9 Nights
Travel ModeBy Road 🚗
Departure CityLahore
Best TimeJune-October
Group Size4 to 12 people

Where You'll Stay

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Naran hotel
1 night en route with mountain views.
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Skardu city hotel
4 nights with breakfast included.

Questions About This Tour

Yes, a short domestic flight or the motorway drive both work well. Most groups prefer driving since it is under 4-5 hours.
Babusar Pass is generally open June to October. We monitor conditions and can route via an alternative road if needed.

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Duration10 Days / 9 Nights
Travel ModeBy Road 🚗
Departure CityLahore
Best TimeJune-October
Group Size4 to 12 people
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