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For travelers who want two of northern Pakistan's best loved destinations in one trip, this tour combines a relaxed stay in Naran, with Saif ul Malook Lake and the Kaghan Valley, with a full Skardu itinerary reached via the Karakoram Highway.
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Day by Day Itinerary
Day 1, Islamabad to Naran
Drive through Mansehra into the Kaghan Valley. Arrive Naran and check in.
Day 2, Saif ul Malook Lake
Morning jeep ride up to Saif ul Malook Lake, one of Pakistan's most photographed alpine lakes. Free afternoon in Naran.
Day 3, Babusar Pass to Skardu
Cross Babusar Pass (4,170m). Nanga Parbat views at Chilas, then the Indus gorge to Skardu.
Day 4, Shangrila & Kachura Lakes
Shangrila Resort and Upper Kachura Lake.
Day 5, Deosai National Park
Full day 4x4 expedition to Deosai. Sheosar Lake wildlife spotting.
Day 6, Shigar Valley & Cold Desert
Shigar Fort heritage visit. Katpana Cold Desert.
Day 7, Skardu City Day
Satpara Lake, Kharpocho Fort and Skardu Bazaar.
Day 8, Return to Islamabad
Early departure via the KKH, arriving Islamabad by evening.
Tour Highlights
Saif ul Malook Lake, NaranKaghan Valley SceneryBabusar PassDeosai National ParkShangrila ResortShigar Fort
What's Included
Private transport throughout
Hotel with breakfast daily
Licensed local guide in Skardu
Pickup from Islamabad
Not Included
Lunches and dinners
Personal expenses
Jeep hire to Saif ul Malook (paid locally)
Tour Information
Duration
8 Days / 7 Nights
Travel Mode
By Road
Departure City
Islamabad
Best Time
June September
Group Size
2 to 12 people
Where You'll Stay
Naran hotel
2 nights with mountain and river views.
Skardu city hotel
4 nights with breakfast included.
Questions About This Tour
Transport to Naran is included; the local jeep ride up to the lake itself is paid on the spot as it is operated by a local jeep union, typically a modest per jeep fee shared by the group.
Babusar Pass is generally open June to October, connecting Naran directly to the Skardu road via Chilas.