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Gilgit Baltistan Spring Tour

Gilgit-Baltistan
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Duration

16 days

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

16 people

Languages

English

Overview

Gilgit-Baltistan, formerly known as the Northern Areas, is the northernmost administrative territory in Pakistan. It borders Azad Kashmir to the south, the province of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa to the west, the Wakhan Corridor of Afghanistan to the north, the Xinjiang region of China, to the east and northeast, and the Indian-administered state of Jammu and Kashmir to the southeast.

Gilgit-Baltistan covers an area of over 72,971 km² (28,174 sq mi) and is highly mountainous. Gilgit-Baltistan is home to five of the “eight-thousanders” and to more than fifty peaks above 7,000 metres (23,000 ft). Three of the world’s longest glaciers outside the polar regions are found in Gilgit-Baltistan. Tourism is mostly in trekking and mountaineering, and this industry is growing in importance. Same like trekking and mountaineering spring is another season which attract 1000s of tourists around the world who come here to enjoy the colors of Spring. During Spring season, the blooming flowers turns all the valleys of Gilgit Baltistan into pink, yellow, red, white and the snow-capped mountains in the background makes it more attractive.

Highlights

  • Explore Skardu valley (visit Hushe, Khaplu, Shigar, Shangrila, upper kachura)
  • Sightseeing tour of Gupis & Phandar valley
  • Sightseeing tour of Hunza valley
  • Boating at Attabad Lake
  • Sighsteeing tour of Nagar valley
  • Visit all tourist attraction of Gilgit-Baltistan
  • Islamabad and Rawalpindi City Tour
  • Taxila City and heritage site Tour

Itinerary

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Day 01 :Islamabad

Arrival in Islamabad, our guide and driver will meet you at the international/domestic arrival of Islamabad international airport, or the location you will share, after meeting with staff drive to the hotel in Islamabad.

Day 02: Islamabad – Skardu

Drive to the airport in Islamabad and fly Skardu, arrive in Skardu and explore the city, visit Kharapochu fort.

Day 03: Skardu - Khaplu

Drive to Khaplu. en-route we will visit Katpana desert, Skardu cold desert, Shigar fort, Shigar valley and the small beautiful villages of Skardu valley. Arrive in Khaplu and transfer to the hotel.

Day 04: Hushe Valley

Drive to Hushe valley, enjoy the cherry and apricot blossom in the beautiful valley, visit the old mosque in Machulu and Hushe village.

Day 05: Hushe – Skardu

Drive back to Skardu, visit Sadpara Lake, the sacred rocks (Manthal Bhddha) and explore the town.

Day 06: Skardu - Gilgit

Drive to the capital city of Gilgit-Baltistan "Gilgit city" en-route visit Lower and upper Kachura lake, arrive in Gilgit and explore the city.

Day 07: Gilgit - Gupis/Phandar

Dive to Gupis/Phandar valley, en-route visit Kargah Buddha, explore the beautiful small villages of Ghizar valley along the road to Gupis/Phandar valley.

Day 08: Phandar/Gupis

Day to explore Phandar and Gupis valley, in the evening drive back to Gilgit

Day 09: Gilgit - Ghulkin/Gulmit/Passu

Drive to Ghulkin/Gulmit/Passu village in Gojal valley (upper Hunza), en-route stop at remaing of old silk road, rakaposhi viewpoint, sacred rocks of Hunza and Attabad Lake, arrive and transfer to the hotel

Day 10: Passu glaceir/Borith Lake/Passu suspension bridge

Day to explore around, visit Borith lake, Passu suspension bridge, hike to Passu glacier, explore Ghulkin, Gulmit and Passu village

Day 11: Khunjerab Pass (Khunjerav)

Day to visit the world's highest paved crossing border "Khunjerav" which connects Pakistan with China in the north! visit Khunjerav national park, on the way back explore Sost, Khudaabad, Moorkhun, Gulapan and Khyber village.

Day 12: Ghulkin/Gulmit/Passu - Hopper Valley - Karimabad

Drive to Karimabad, visit Hopper valley, Hopper glacier and Ganish village, arrive in Karimabad and explore around

Day 13: Karimabad (central Hunza)

Day to explore Kariamabd and the surroundingsm, visit Baltit fort, Altit fort, Royal garden, Karimabad local bazar and in the evening drive to Duiker to see sunset from the sunset point! enjoy the beautiful scene of sunset on Rakaposhi, Diran, Golden, Ulter, Hunza and Ladyfinger peak.

Day 14: Karimabad - Besham

Drive to Besham on Karakoram Highway, en-route stop at junction point of three great mountain ranges, viewpoint of world's 9th highest mountain "Nanga Parbat 8126m" and in the cities and town along the Karakoram Highway.

Day 15: Besham - Islamabad

Drive back to Islamabad, en-route visit Taxila museum and the heritage sites, arrive in Islamabad and explore the bazars!

Day 16: Fly to destination

Dpending on the flight time, if its in the morning/noon we will drop you to the aiport before 3 hours of your flight. Or if it is in the evening/night, all day will be to explore the twin city, visit Faisal mosque, Pakistan monument, Lok virsa museum, Saeedpur village. In the evening/night drive to the airport (our service ends here) and fly home!

Included/Excluded

  • Experienced tour guide
  • Private Transport
  • Rooms on twin sharing
  • Meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
  • Airport transfers
  • Visa supporting documents
  • Additional Services
  • Insurance
  • Drinks
  • Entrance Tickets
  • International/domestic air ticket
  • Visa fee

Things to see

Altit Fort
Attabad Lake
Baltit Fort
Borith Lake
Duiker sunset point
Faisal mosque
Ganish village
Ghulkin village
Hushe valley
Karakorum Highway
Karimabad
Katpana Desert
Khaplu fort
Kharpocho fort
Khunjerab national park
Khunjerab Pass
Lok Virsa
Manthal Buddha Rock
Margalla hills
Ondra poygah
Pakistan monument
Passu glacier
Passu suspension bridge
Rakaposhi Viewpoint
Royal garden
Sacreds rocks of Hunza
Sarfaranga Desert
Satpara Lake
Shigar fort
Shigar valley
Skardu City
Taxila heritage sites
Taxila museum
Upper Kachura Lake
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Tour's Location

Gilgit-Baltistan

FAQs

Best time to see cherry / apricot blossom in Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan?

The best time to cherry blossom in Gilgit-Baltistan, in Pakistan is between mid-March to end-April.

What kinds of cloths to carry?

Chitral and Kalash is a mountainous, it is mostly cold during the morning and evenings of spring season, please carry your warm cloths with you.

Is there any discount available for kids?

Yes, kids under 5 years are complimentary and kids from 6 to 12 years will get 50% discount on all tours.

How much advance payment is needed to book the tour?

A payment of 30% from the tour price is required to fully book your tour with us.

Mode of payment

We prefer payments through bank transfer, western union transfers are also accepted. We have the option available on our website to pay using your credit card.

Can I make payment on your website using my credit card?

Yes, you can make payment on our website using any kind of credit/debit card.

Where does this tour start and end?

Starting and ending point of the tour is “Islamabad international airport” we can pick/drop you at any location inside Islamabad/Rawalpindi.

Do we get a separate guide or the driver will guide us during the tour?

Yes, a professional guide will escort the tour from the start to the end of tour.

Can you organize the tour from another city than Islamabad?

Yes, we can organize the tour from all city of Pakistan if it is a private tour, for fixed departure tours most are starting and ending in Islamabad

Do I need visa to enter Pakistan?

Yes, a valid visa is required to enter Pakistan.

Do I get visa supporting documents from your company?

Yes, we will provide you all the visa supporting documents after your tour is booked and advance payment is made.

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