Mountain weather can change quickly; conditions shown are planning guidance for the destination area.
While our Cherry Blossom tour focuses on cherry trees in Shigar and Khaplu, this shorter tour is timed specifically for the slightly later apricot blossom across Skardu town itself, when the entire valley floor turns into a sea of white and pale pink.
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Day by Day Itinerary
Day 1, Arrive, Apricot Welcome
Fly into Skardu during peak apricot bloom. Evening walk through Skardu town orchards.
Day 2, Shigar Valley Blossoms
Full day in Shigar Valley among the blossoming orchards and Shigar Fort gardens.
Day 3, Shangrila & Kachura
Shangrila Resort and Upper Kachura Lake with spring colours and reflections.
Day 4, Departure
Final morning orchard walk. Fly home.
Tour Highlights
Skardu Town Apricot OrchardsShigar Valley Late BlossomsShangrila Spring ColoursUpper Kachura Reflections
What's Included
Return air tickets
Hotel with breakfast
Private 4x4 transport
Guide
Not Included
Lunches and dinners
Personal expenses
Tour Information
Duration
4 Days / 3 Nights
Travel Mode
By Air
Season
Mid April to Early May
Focus
Apricot Blossom
Where You'll Stay
Skardu city hotel
Located near the best orchard walks.
Questions About This Tour
Apricot blossoms typically follow 1 to 2 weeks after cherry blossoms and are concentrated more in Skardu town itself and lower valley areas, with a slightly different soft white and pink colour palette.
Generally mid April to early May, though we monitor conditions yearly and can advise exact dates closer to your travel time.