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Skardu Khaplu Valley Special Tour

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

A complete deep-dive into Khaplu Valley, Skardu's most underrated destination. While most tours rush through Khaplu in a single day, this tour gives the ancient Chaqchan Mosque, the royal Khaplu Fort and the surrounding Shyok Valley villages the time they deserve.

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Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1, Islamabad to Skardu

Drive via Karakoram Highway. Overnight stop en route.

Day 2, Arrive Skardu

Continue to Skardu. Check in. Evening at Skardu Bazaar.

Day 3, Skardu to Khaplu

Scenic drive along the Shyok River to Khaplu (103 km). Check into Khaplu Fort Residence or a local guesthouse.

Day 4, Khaplu Heritage Day

Full day exploring Khaplu Fort, the 650-year-old Chaqchan Mosque, and the royal gardens. Walk through Saling village apricot orchards.

Day 5, Manthoka & Hushe Viewpoint

Visit the thundering Manthoka Waterfall (180 ft). Drive toward Hushe for views of Masherbrum. Return to Skardu.

Day 6, Return to Islamabad

Drive back via KKH. Arrive Islamabad by evening.

Tour Highlights

Khaplu Fort (Serena Heritage)Chaqchan Mosque (1370 CE)Shyok River VillagesManthoka WaterfallHushe Valley ViewpointSaling Village Apricot Orchards

✅ What's Included

Private 4x4 transport
Hotel with breakfast
Licensed local guide
24/7 support

❌ Not Included

Lunches and dinners
Personal expenses

Tour Information

Duration6 Days / 5 Nights
Travel ModeBy Road 🚗
FocusKhaplu Valley & Shyok River
Best TimeApril-October
Group Size2 to 10 people

Where You'll Stay

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Khaplu Fort Residence or guesthouse
Heritage stay option available, or comfortable local guesthouse.
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Skardu city hotel
2 nights in Skardu before and after the Khaplu extension.

Questions About This Tour

Most packages visit Khaplu for a few hours. This tour spends two full days, including an overnight stay, giving proper time at the fort, mosque, surrounding villages and Hushe viewpoint.
Yes, we can upgrade to a heritage room inside Khaplu Fort Residence (Serena) at additional cost.

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PKR 32,000
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Duration6 Days / 5 Nights
Travel ModeBy Road 🚗
FocusKhaplu Valley & Shyok River
Best TimeApril-October
Group Size2 to 10 people
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