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A seven day slow paced journey through <a href="/destinations/ghizer/">Ghizer District</a> with extra time around Phander, Khalti Lake, Gupis and the upper valley. Starting in Gilgit keeps the package focused on Ghizer rather than using two or more days on the Islamabad approach, making it ideal for Pakistani travelers arriving by air or road into Gilgit.
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Day by Day Itinerary
Day 1, Gilgit to Gupis
Meet in Gilgit and drive west through Punial and Gahkuch to Gupis, with river and village stops.
Day 2, Gupis & Khalti Lake
Explore Gupis Valley and Khalti Lake before continuing toward Phander.
Day 3, Phander Valley
Full day around Phander Lake, the river bends, terraced fields and village viewpoints.
Day 4, Handrap & Upper Ghizer
Day excursion toward Handrap and the quieter upper Ghizer valleys, returning to Phander.
Day 5, Shandur Pass Excursion
Seasonal drive toward Shandur Pass and its high altitude polo ground, subject to road and weather conditions.
Day 6, Phander to Gahkuch / Gilgit
Return slowly through Ghizer with photography and village stops, overnighting in Gilgit or Gahkuch.
Day 7, Gilgit Tour End
Easy morning and transfer to Gilgit Airport or your onward road connection.