Arrival at Islamabad International airport and transfer to the hotel. Participants will enjoy leisure time to relax and recover from the journey on this day.
Accommodation: Hotel
Altitude: 540 m
Meals included: Lunch & Dinner
Drive Duration: 40mins.
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Itinerary
Masherbrum peak (7821m) is a uniquely shaped mountain whose snow-capped tip evokes trepidation and awe. Beyond Hushe village lies the overshadowing presence of Masherbrum and the trek leading to summer pastures of Hushe villagers. This short & easy trek into the heart of the Karakoram is recommended to adventurers of all levels and age. The only glacier walking is a straightforward 30-minute section before base camp.
Tour program
Day 1
Islamabad Arrival
Start point
Islamabad International Airport, Airport Avenue, Rawalpindi, Punjab, Pakistan
Day 2
Islamabad-Skardu
Fly from Islamabad airport to Skardu (1-hour scenic flight). Free day for sightseeing and necessary purchasing from Skardu Bazar. We will visit Manthal Rock Budha, Kharpocho fort, Organic village and Skardu Bazar.
Or In case of flight cancellation due to weather, drive from Islamabad via Karakoram Highway with short stops at various touristic spots.
Accommodation: Hotel
Altitude: 2250 m
Driving Duration: 2 hours
Meals included: Lunch & Dinner
Day 3
Skardu-Hushe
After breakfast at hotel we will drive to Hushe valley. Passing through small villages and witness diverse cultural heritage of the Ganche district. We will have short stops at the meeting point of Shayok & Indus Rivers, Thorgo Pari, and Sailing. Check into the hotel and have free time in the evening.
Accommodation: Hotel
Driving Duration: 4 to 5 hours
Altitude: 2950 m
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.
Day 4
Hushe-Dumsum
Trek from Hushe to Dumsum (3400m) through the beautiful Hushey village. Fix the campsite and after lunch do optional hike to Aling glacier (1 -2 hours). Leisure time in the afternoon for natural exploration. Overnight in camps.
Accommodation: Full-service camping
Altitude: 3400 m
Hiking Mileage: 06 km / 3.7 miles
Elevation Gain: 450 m / 1474 ft.
Activity Duration: 03 hours
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 5
Dumsum-Brumbramah
Trek through the remote, mountainous terrain parallel to the Masherbrum Glacier to Brumbramah (3950m).
Accommodation: Full-service camping
Altitude: 3900 m / 12790 ft
Hiking Mileage: 06 km / 3.7 miles
Elevation Gain: 500 m / 1640 ft
Activity Duration: 04 hours
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 6
Brumbramah-Masherbrum Basecamp
After breakfast at campsite, start trek to Masherbrum base camp (4200m) through a beautiful trail, parallel to Masherbrum glacier. Free time to in the afternoon to visit the base camp lake and nearby viewpoints.
Accommodation: Full-service camping
Altitude: 4200 m / 13780 ft
Hiking Mileage: 4 km / 2.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 300 m / 980 ft
Activity Duration: 03 to 04 hours
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 7
Masherbrum Basecamp-Dumsum
Trek back to Dumsum (3400m) with short stops for photography.
Accommodation: Full Service Camping
Altitude: 3400 m / 11150 ft.
Hiking Mileage: 10 km / 6.2 miles
Hiking Elevation Loss: 800 m / 2625 ft
Activity Duration: 05 hours
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 8
Dumsum-Hushe-Skardu
Trek back to Hushe and drive to Khaplu. Enjoy lunch at Khaplu fort, then drive to Skardu & check into the hotel.
Accommodation: Hotel
Altitude: 2250 m / 1770 ft
Activity Duration: 2 hours
Driving Duration: 4 - 5 hrs
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 9
Skardu-Islamabads
Fly from Skardu to Islamabad. Transfer to Hotel and after lunch sightseeing.
Accommodation: Hotel
Altitude: 540 m / 1770 ft
Driving Duration: 1 hr
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 10
Contingency in case of delays
If we cannot fly due to the weather, we will travel down to Islamabad by road. If we fly from Skardu to Islamabad, we will enjoy sightseeing in the capital, or your leader will advise you on the options such as day excursion to the Taxila museum and archaeological sites.
Accommodation: Hotel
Altitude: 540 m / 1770 ft
Meals included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Day 11
Departure
After breakfast, transfer from the hotel to the airport for international flights.
Meals: Breakfast
Altitude: 540m
Driving duration: 40mins
End point
Islamabad International Airport, Airport Avenue, Rawalpindi, Punjab, Pakistan
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation and Refund Policy:
Beyond the Valley reserves the right to cancel any trip because of any reasons including but not limited to inadequate signups, loss of staff due to illness or injury, significant loss/damage to the inventory. If BTV cancels a trip, a refund of total amount will be paid including the deposit.
If a trip is cancelled due to reasons beyond control of BTV including but not limited to natural disasters, civil unrest, land closure, health emergencies, a full refund including the deposit will be paid.
Transfer Policy:
- More than 60 days before trip start date, you may transfer from one trip to the other with no associated fees
- Between 59-30 days there will be $50 per person transfer fee plus the cost of any non-refundable lodging, campground or permiƫng fee paid by BTV
- Less than 30 days: regular cancellation and refund policy will apply
Cancellation Policy:
If you cancel or leave trip for any reason:
- 60 days+ before trip starts 25% deposit is recharged
- 59-30 days before trip starts Refund 50% of the trip cost
- Less than 30 days before trip starts Once the trips tarts, there will be no refund or transfer of payments.
Payment Schedule:
A 25% deposit per person is required at the time of booking.
Remaining payment is to be made 60 days prior of the trip start date.
Ful payment is to be made if booking is made 60 days prior of the trip.
Tour Details
Accommodation
The group will spend three nights in Islamabad during the holidays at an excellent-standard hotel. The group will also spend two nights in a tourist-class hotel in Skardu and one night in Hushe. Accommodation at each of these hotels is twin-sharing with en-suite facilities. While on the trek, four nights will be spent camping in a comfy two-person alpine tent. If you are traveling by yourself, you will be paired with another single client of the same sex. It is possible to hire a single tent while on a trek for an additional cost. Additional hotel nights in Islamabad are also available. In case of flight cancellation, the group will be accommodated in a tourist-class hotel (the best available option) on the way. Rooms will be shared on a twin basis, and a single room will be available at a supplementary cost.
Transport
Airport transfers (on the first and last day in Islamabad)
All land transport involved in the itinerary
Internal flights and associated airport transfers.
Flights
Skardu airport is weather-dependent. Since high mountains surround the valley, the plans only land here in good visibility. The plans do fly more than not, but cancellations can occur, and in these circumstances, we will travel by road.
Additional Services
Sightseeing mentioned in the itinerary
Implementation of all sustainable tourism protocols
All entry tickets (forts, parks if any in the itinerary)
Meals
All meals throughout the holidays
Guide
Licensed professional local guide
Good to know
Currency
PKR
Pakistan Rupee
Pakistan
Customer reviews
Operator
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