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Eight days built for families. Comfortable private transport, family rooms, all meals included and a guide who knows exactly how to pace things for all ages. Every highlight chosen for maximum impact with minimum effort.
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Day by Day Itinerary
Day 1, Depart from Home
Private AC van collects you from home. Drive the Karakoram Highway. Overnight at Chilas with Nanga Parbat views at dinner.
Day 2, Arrive Skardu
Morning drive along the Indus gorge. Afternoon arrival. Check in and settle. Easy evening walk around Skardu Bazaar.
Day 3, Shangrila & Lakes
Kids love Shangrila, the lakeside gardens, the ducks and the famous airplane restaurant. Upper Kachura hike. Satpara Lake boat ride.
Day 4, Deosai National Park
4x4 convoy to Deosai. Himalayan brown bears spotted from safe viewpoints. Wildflower picnic lunch. Sheosar Lake. A day the whole family remembers.
Day 5, Shigar & Cold Desert
Shigar Fort interactive history tour. Katpana Cold Desert dune jeep ride and photos.
Day 6, Khaplu & Manthoka
Khaplu Palace. Manthoka Waterfall, 180ft of pure power. Chaqchan Mosque (1370 CE).
Day 7, Skardu City Day
Kharpocho Fort hike. Local food tour, Chapshuro, Balti Karahi, Shorba. Pony rides for children. Shopping.
Day 8, Drive Home
Early departure via KKH. Arrive home by evening.
Tour Highlights
Shangrila ResortKachura LakesDeosai Brown BearsKhaplu PalaceManthoka Waterfall (180ft)Shigar FortSkardu Bazaar & Local Food
What's Included
Private AC van or Coaster
Family hotel rooms throughout
All meals, breakfast, lunch and dinner
Kid friendly guide
Home pickup
Not Included
Personal expenses
Travel insurance
Tour Information
Duration
8 Days / 7 Nights
Travel Mode
By Road
Meals
All included
Min. Age
Suitable for all ages
Pickup
From your home
Best Time
June October
Where You'll Stay
Family rooms in Skardu
Comfortable hotels with family rooms. All breakfasts, lunches and dinners included.
Roadside hotels
Clean comfortable stops at Chilas on night 1 and on the return.
Questions About This Tour
Yes, we use well maintained tracks and observe wildlife from safe distances. Our guides are experienced with families.
Yes, Lahore families are welcome. Small additional cost for the extra driving. Contact us for details.