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Skardu Gilgit Ghizer Tour

📅 9 Days / 8 Nights🚗 By Road📍 From Islamabad

Combine Skardu's classic highlights with a journey into the Ghizer district, Gilgit-Baltistan's greenest and least-visited region, home to Naltar Valley's alpine lakes, Phander Valley and Shandur, the world's highest polo ground.

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Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1, Islamabad to Skardu

Drive the KKH via Chilas to Skardu. Check in and relax.

Day 2, Shangrila & Kachura Lakes

Shangrila Resort and Upper Kachura Lake.

Day 3, Deosai National Park

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

Day 4, Shigar Fort & Skardu to Gilgit

Morning at Shigar Fort, then drive to Gilgit city in the afternoon.

Day 5, Naltar Valley

Jeep drive up to Naltar Valley, turquoise alpine lakes and pine forest, one of Gilgit-Baltistan's most scenic side valleys.

Day 6, Phander Valley (Ghizer)

Drive into the Ghizer district to Phander Valley, known for its calm river and lush green meadows.

Day 7, Shandur Pass

Continue to Shandur Pass (3,700m), home of the world's highest polo ground, weather permitting.

Day 8, Return to Gilgit

Drive back to Gilgit city. Free evening to explore the bazaar.

Day 9, Return to Islamabad

Fly from Gilgit to Islamabad, or drive back via the KKH.

Tour Highlights

Deosai National ParkShangrila ResortShigar FortGilgit CityNaltar Valley Alpine LakesPhander ValleyShandur Pass

✅ What's Included

Private 4x4 transport throughout
Hotel with breakfast daily
Licensed local guide
Pickup from Islamabad

❌ Not Included

Lunches and dinners
Personal expenses
Travel insurance

Tour Information

Duration9 Days / 8 Nights
Travel ModeBy Road 🚗
Regions CoveredSkardu, Gilgit, Ghizer
Best TimeJune-September
Physical LevelModerate

Where You'll Stay

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Skardu city hotel
3 nights with breakfast included.
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Gilgit and Ghizer guesthouses
Comfortable local stays in Gilgit and Phander Valley.

Questions About This Tour

No, Shandur Pass is generally accessible June to September. We confirm road conditions before this leg and offer an alternative Ghizer-only itinerary outside this window.
Yes, Gilgit Airport has flights to Islamabad, weather permitting. We can arrange this to save a day of driving.

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Duration9 Days / 8 Nights
Travel ModeBy Road 🚗
Regions CoveredSkardu, Gilgit, Ghizer
Best TimeJune-September
Physical LevelModerate
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