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Neelum Valley in Azad Kashmir is famous for its emerald river and pine covered slopes. This tour pairs a scenic Neelum Valley stay with a full Skardu itinerary, giving travelers two of Pakistan's most beautiful river valleys in a single journey.
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Day by Day Itinerary
Day 1, Islamabad to Neelum Valley
Drive via Muzaffarabad into Neelum Valley, following the emerald Neelum River. Check in at Kutton or Keran.
Day 2, Sharda & Keran
Visit Sharda's ancient Buddhist university ruins and ride along the river at Keran, where Pakistan and India face each other across the water.
Day 3, Return to Islamabad
Scenic drive back down the Neelum Valley to Islamabad, connecting for the onward Skardu leg.
Day 4, Islamabad to Chilas
Drive the KKH to Chilas with Nanga Parbat views. Overnight stay.
Day 5, Arrive Skardu
Continue along the Indus gorge to Skardu. Evening at Shangrila Resort.
Day 6, Deosai National Park
Full day 4x4 expedition to Deosai. Sheosar Lake and wildflower meadows.
Day 7, Shigar Fort & Kachura Lakes
Shigar Fort heritage visit. Upper Kachura Lake boating.
Day 8, Satpara Lake & Skardu City
Satpara Lake, Kharpocho Fort and Skardu Bazaar.
Day 9, Return Home
Early departure via the KKH, arriving Islamabad or Lahore by evening.
Tour Highlights
Neelum River & Valley DriveKeran & Sharda (Neelum Valley)Karakoram HighwayDeosai National ParkShangrila ResortShigar Fort
What's Included
Private transport throughout
Hotel with breakfast daily
Licensed local guide in both valleys
Pickup from Islamabad or Lahore
Not Included
Lunches and dinners
Personal expenses
Travel insurance
Tour Information
Duration
9 Days / 8 Nights
Travel Mode
By Road
Regions Covered
Neelum Valley (AJK) + Skardu
Best Time
May October
Group Size
4 to 12 people
Where You'll Stay
Neelum Valley hotel
2 nights on the riverbank in Kutton or Keran.
Skardu city hotel
4 nights with breakfast included.
Questions About This Tour
Yes, Neelum Valley is open to tourists and welcomes thousands of visitors yearly. Our guides are familiar with the areas suitable for tourism and any local guidance needed near border adjacent zones.
Neelum Valley and Naran are in different directions from Islamabad, so combining all three (Neelum, Naran and Skardu) in one trip requires extending the itinerary. Ask us for a custom multi valley package.