Arrive at Islamabad International airport and transfer to the hotel. Participants will have free time to relax and recover from the journey on this day.
Accommodation: Hotel
Altitude: 540m
Meals Included: Lunch and Dinner
Driving Duration: 40mins
Skardu Valley Nature & Walking Tour
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О туре
Baltistan is a beautiful valley in the Karakoram range and a famous destination for adventure and cultural travels. This region is known as the mountaineers’ paradise. Four of the 14 peaks above 8000m high are situated in the Baltistan region, and hundreds of 7000 m high mountains, along with world-famous trekking routes, are also located in Baltistan. It is also home to several diversified cultures, ethnic groups and languages. Baltistan has colourful flowers, gushing streams, emerald lakes, lush green pastures, apricot orchids and the always smiling & welcoming Balti people.
Программа тура
День 1
Islamabad Arrival
Начальная точка
Islamabad International Airport, Airport Avenue, Rawalpindi, Punjab, Pakistan
День 2
Islamabad-Skardu-Khaplu
Fly from Islamabad airport to Skardu (1-hour scenic flight) and then drive to the stunning Ghanche district of Baltistan. We will be passing through small villages to reach Yugo village. En route, we will have short stops at Thorgo Pari, the Shayok & Indus Rivers' meeting points and multiple photography spots. Enjoy traditional lunch at Yugo and. After lunch, two optional activities: trek to Kharfaq Lake (5 hours trek both ways) or a cultural walk in the village streets of Yugo to witness village life and meet locals. Later in the late afternoon, we drive to Khaplu and check into the hotel with leisure time to visit the Khaplu fort museum and organic garden. OR
In case of flight cancellation due to weather, drive from Islamabad via Karakoram Highway with short stops.
Accommodation: Hotel
Altitude: 2500m
Meals included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Driving duration: 5-6 hours
День 3
Khaplu – Sailing – Macholo - Khaplu
Early morning hike up to Toqsikhar (old fort), a viewpoint of the confluence of rivers Shyok, Hushe & Saltoro. Visit & witness the architectural heritage of the famous Chaqchan mosque and then drive to Macholo valley (1 hour). Spend some free time enjoying the splendid view of Masherbrum Peak, also known as K-1, leisure time for photography, meeting local people and enjoying the pristine natural beauty. Drive back to Sailing and enjoy a cultural walk through the village streets and interact with local people—lunch at the Sailing fish farm and drive back to Khaplu. In the afternoon, visit Khanqah-e-Maula and then move to Hanjor Broq to witness the sunset.
Accommodation: Hotel
Altitude: 2500m
Meals Included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Driving duration: 3-4 hours.
День 4
Khaplu-Shigar
Drive from Khaplu to Shigar valley with short stops at multiple points of interest for photography. Visit the famous Sarfaranga cold desert and Shigar fort for lunch. Visit the fort museum and garden, and spend time exploring the area. (The Shigar Fort- Fong Khar, which means The Fort on Rock, is an old fort built in the 17th century by the Raja of the Amacha Dynasty of Shigar). End the evening with a short hike up to the old fort to witness the sun setting over the Shigar river.
Accommodation: Hotel
Altitude: 2300m
Meals Included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Driving duration: 3-4 hours
День 5
Shigar-Skardu-Shigar
We will spend a whole day in Skardu. Visiting Shangri-La resort (optional boating), drive to upper Kachura, and walk through the local houses, fields & trees. After 20 minutes beautiful walk, we will reach upper Kachura Lake, having free time to explore the area and enjoy boating. Then drive to Soq valley (a beautiful valley near upper Kachura), and enjoy fishing and lunch. Drive back to Skardu and hike to Nansoq village (50 minutes), a beautiful hike to the first organic village of Baltistan. 11 homes and 92 Inhabitants, visited by King Charles and Prince Aga Khan IV! This centuries-old tiny settlement is one of the most peaceful places in the region. Explore the area and enjoy leisure time with a host family. Hike back to Skardu (50 minutes) and visit Skardu Bazar for shopping (local handicrafts, jewellery, carpet etc.). Drive back to Shigar for an overnight stay.
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Altitude: 2300m
Driving duration: 4 hours
День 6
Shigar-Deosai-Shigar
Day excursion to the famous Deo Sai plains, the second-highest plateaus in the world. We will visit Manthal rock Budha, Sadpara Lake, Ali Malik top, Bara Pani and Sheosar Lake (4114 m). Enjoy leisure time to explore the area. The plains are a floral extravaganza of the summer months with a recorded number of 406 species (Nawaz et al., 2006). Drive back to our hotel for a second night stay in Shigar.
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Altitude: 2300m
Driving duration: 7-8 hours
День 7
Skardu-Islamabad
Fly from Skardu to Islamabad (1-hour scenic flight). Transfer to hotel and after lunch sightseeing. OR
Drive from Skardu via Karakoram highway with short stops (in case of flight cancellation)
Accommodation: Hotel
Altitude: 540m
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch and dinner
Driving duration: 1 hour
День 8
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 available for today. (Day excursion to the Taxila museum and archaeological sites will be one of the options)
Accommodations: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Altitude: 540m
День 9
Departure
After breakfast, transfer from the hotel to the airport for international flights.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Altitude: 540m
Driving duration: 40mins.
Конечная точка
Islamabad International Airport, Airport Avenue, Rawalpindi, Punjab, Pakistan
Политика отмены
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.
Детали тура
Размещение / проживание
During the holiday, the group will spend 3 nights in Islamabad at an excellent standard hotel. The group will also spend 2 nights in Khaplu (Serena Khaplu fort Residence or similar) and 3 nights in Shigar (Serena Shigar fort residence or similar). 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 twin sharing basis, and the single room will be available at a supplementary cost.
Транспорт
Airport transfers (on the first and last day in Islamabad)
All land transport involved in the itinerary
Internal flights and associated airport transfers
Перелет
Skardu airport is weather-depended. 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.
Дополнительно
Sightseeing mentioned in the itinerary
Implementation of all sustainable tourism protocols
All entry tickets (forts, parks)
Host family's participation to involve group members in their daily routine activities
Cultural lunches
Дополнительно
Travel Insurance
Pakistan Visa (supporting documents will be offered)
International airfare
Personal equipment (clothes, boots, etc.)
Tips for guiding and supporting staff
Miscellaneous expenses (drinks and souvenirs, etc.)
Питание
All meals throughout the holidays
Гид
Licensed professional local guide
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Валюта
PKR
Pakistan Rupee
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