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Combine two of Pakistan's most beloved mountain destinations, the lush green Swat Valley, often called the Switzerland of Pakistan, and the dramatic high altitude scenery of Skardu, in one comprehensive ten day road journey.
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Day by Day Itinerary
Day 1, Islamabad to Swat
Drive to Mingora, the gateway to Swat Valley. Check in and evening at leisure.
Day 2, Kalam & Mahodand
Drive up to Kalam and, road conditions permitting, on to Mahodand Lake for its pine forested shores.
Day 3, Malam Jabba
Visit Malam Jabba, Pakistan's premier hill station, for chairlift rides and mountain views.
Day 4, Swat to Islamabad
Drive back to Islamabad, connecting for the onward Skardu leg.
Day 5, Islamabad to Chilas
Drive the KKH to Chilas with Nanga Parbat views. Overnight stay.
Day 6, Arrive Skardu
Continue along the Indus gorge to Skardu. Evening at Shangrila Resort.
Day 7, Deosai National Park
Full day 4x4 expedition to Deosai. Sheosar Lake and wildflower meadows.
Day 8, Shigar Fort & Kachura Lakes
Shigar Fort heritage visit. Upper Kachura Lake boating.
Day 9, Satpara Lake & Skardu City
Satpara Lake, Kharpocho Fort and Skardu Bazaar.
Day 10, Return Home
Early departure via the KKH, arriving Islamabad or Lahore by evening.
Tour Highlights
Malam Jabba & Mingora, SwatKalam ValleyKarakoram HighwayDeosai National ParkShangrila ResortShigar Fort
What's Included
Private transport throughout
Hotel with breakfast daily
Licensed local guide in both Swat and Skardu
Pickup from Islamabad or Lahore
Not Included
Lunches and dinners
Personal expenses
Travel insurance
Tour Information
Duration
10 Days / 9 Nights
Travel Mode
By Road
Regions Covered
Swat Valley + Skardu
Best Time
May October
Group Size
4 to 12 people
Where You'll Stay
Swat valley hotel
3 nights with mountain and river views.
Skardu city hotel
4 nights with breakfast included.
Questions About This Tour
Yes, both are reached from Islamabad, so this itinerary simply extends your northern Pakistan trip to cover both regions back to back rather than requiring two separate journeys.
Yes, we arrange pickup from Lahore with a short additional drive to join the route. Ask us for Lahore specific pricing.