• A 10-day overland journey through the dramatic valleys of Gilgit-Baltistan during peak autumn foliage.
• Explore Skardu, Shigar, Hunza, Nagar, Gojal, and the Karakoram Highway.
• Visit ancient forts, lakes, glaciers, and the Khunjerab Pass border at 4,700m.
• A culture + nature + light adventure experience suitable for travelers of all ages.
Fly from Islamabad to Skardu (weather permitting)
• Shigar Fort, Khaplu & Upper Kachura Lake
• Attabad Lake boating + Hussaini Suspension Bridge
• Passu Cones & Passu Glacier viewpoints
• Visit ancient Hunza forts (Baltit + Altit)
• Khunjerab Pass (Pakistan–China border)
• Local bazaars, cafés & autumn landscapes
Reception at Islamabad International Airport and transfer to the hotel.
Briefing about the tour and a short visit to the Faisal Mosque or Daman-e-Koh for a view of the city.
Overnight: Islamabad
Departure for the North via the Karakoram Highway (KKH).
Stop at the Besham or Naran (if Babusar Pass is open).
Highlights: Scenic views of the Kaghan Valley or the Indus River.
Overnight: Chilas or Naran.
Continue the drive to Central Hunza.
Stops: The Junction Point of three great mountain ranges (Himalayas, Karakoram, and Hindukush) and the Rakaposhi Viewpoint (7,788m) for lunch.
Overnight: Karimabad.
Morning: Guided walk through the cobblestone streets of Karimabad to the Baltit Fort (900 years old).
Afternoon: A scenic walk along the ancient water channels to Altit Village. Explore the Altit Fort and the Royal Garden (Kha Basi).
Walking Trail: The “Water Channel Walk”—a flat, peaceful trail used by locals.
Overnight: Karimabad.
Drive to Hopar Valley (Nagar) to see the Hopar Glacier.
Walking Trail: A short trek down to the edge of the glacier to experience the “living” ice.
Overnight: Karimabad or Duikar.
Early morning hike to the “Eagles Nest” in Duikar for a 360-degree sunrise view of seven 7,000m+ peaks.
Drive to Upper Hunza (Gojal).
Stop at Attabad Lake for a boat ride across the turquoise waters.
Overnight: Gulmit.
Walking Tour: Explore the historic village of Gulmit. Visit the local museum and the Bulbulik Music School.
Walk from Gulmit to Borith Lake (approx. 2 hours) through the potato and apricot orchards.
Experience: Afternoon tea with a local family to learn about Wakhi culture.
Overnight: Gulmit or Passu.
Hike to the Hussaini Suspension Bridge, often called the “world’s most dangerous bridge.”
Continue walking toward the Passu Glacier viewpoint.
Highlights: Views of the iconic Passu Cones (Cathedral Peaks).
Overnight: Passu.
A full-day excursion to the highest paved border crossing in the world (4,693m).
Look for wildlife like Marmots, Ibex, and the elusive Snow Leopard in the National Park.
Return to Passu/Gulmit.
Overnight: Passu.
Drive back down the KKH toward Gilgit.
Visit the Kargah Buddha, a 7th-century rock carving.
Explore the Gilgit Bazaar and the suspension bridges over the Gilgit River.
Overnight: Gilgit.
Return journey via the Karakoram Highway.
Final views of the Nanga Parbat massif.
Overnight: Besham
Drive back to Islamabad.
Farewell dinner in the evening at Monal Restaurant overlooking the city lights.
Transfer to the airport for late-night flights.
✔️ Accommodation: Hotel stays throughout the trip.
✔️ Guide: Professional English-speaking tour guides.
✔️ Transport: All road transfers, including 4×4 jeeps for mountain tracks.
✔️ Airport pick-up & drop-off
✔️ English-speaking guide throughout the tour
✔️ Guided sightseeing & activities
✔️ Entrance tickets to forts, museums & heritage sites
✔️ Breakfast daily (other meals per package)
✔️ Road tolls, parking fees & taxes
❌ International flights
❌ Visa fees
❌ Travel insurance
❌ Lunches & dinners unless included
❌ Personal shopping & drinks
❌ Adventure activity fees (optional)
❌ Tips for guide & driver
❌ Anything not listed under “Included”
