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Skardu Khaplu to Hushe Valley Explorer

📅 6 Days / 5 Nights🚗 By Road📍 From Islamabad

This tour pushes beyond Khaplu into Hushe Valley, gateway to Masherbrum and K2's southern approach. You'll see more 7,000m+ peaks per kilometre here than almost anywhere else on Earth, all without committing to a multi-week trek.

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Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1, Islamabad to Skardu

Drive via KKH (or fly for a shorter version of this tour).

Day 2, Skardu to Khaplu

Drive along the Shyok River. Visit Khaplu Fort and Chaqchan Mosque.

Day 3, Khaplu to Hushe

Continue to Hushe Village, the last drivable point in the valley. Masherbrum dominates the view.

Day 4, Hushe Valley Walk

Short trek toward the Aling Glacier edge for closer mountain views. Visit local Balti families.

Day 5, Return to Khaplu & Skardu

Drive back through Khaplu, stopping at Manthoka Waterfall en route.

Day 6, Return to Islamabad

Drive back via KKH.

Tour Highlights

Khaplu Fort & Chaqchan MosqueHushe VillageMasherbrum Viewpoint (7,821m)Traditional Balti VillagesAling Glacier EdgeApricot Orchard Walks

✅ What's Included

4x4 transport throughout
Hotel and guesthouse stays with breakfast
Local guide familiar with Hushe Valley

❌ Not Included

Lunches and dinners
Personal expenses

Tour Information

Duration6 Days / 5 Nights
Travel ModeBy Road 🚗
HighlightMasherbrum 7,821m views
Best TimeMay-October

Where You'll Stay

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Khaplu Fort or guesthouse
Heritage or local stay option in Khaplu.
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Hushe guesthouse
Simple local accommodation in Hushe village.

Questions About This Tour

No, this is a road and short-walk based tour, not a multi-day trek. Anyone reasonably fit can enjoy the Hushe Valley walk.
Yes, if you want to go further and actually trek to Masherbrum Base Camp, ask us about combining this tour with our multi-day Hushe Valley Trek.

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PKR 44,000
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Duration6 Days / 5 Nights
Travel ModeBy Road 🚗
HighlightMasherbrum 7,821m views
Best TimeMay-October
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