10 DAYS

SIGNATURE SKARDU EXPERIENCE

A complete and immersive journey through Skardu and its surrounding valleys, combining comfort, culture, and adventure. This itinerary is designed for travelers who want to experience Baltistan beyond the usual — at a relaxed pace with meaningful activities and carefully selected locations.

Itinerary

Day 01

Islamabad to Skardu (Flight)

  • Flight to Skardu (approx. 1 hour, weather dependent)
  • Meet & greet by Ringchan representative
  • Transfer to hotel & check-in
  • Rest and acclimatization
  • Evening visit to Shangrila Resort & Lower Kachura Lake
  • Leisure walk / relaxed evening

Day 02

Upper Kachura & Surroundings

  • Breakfast at hotel
  • Visit Upper Kachura Lake
  • Explore nearby village and natural surroundings
  • Light walk / optional short hike
  • Photography and relaxation time
  • Return to hotel
  • Evening at leisure

Day 03

Skardu to Shigar Valley

  • Breakfast and departure for Shigar Valley
  • Visit Shigar Fort (heritage site)
  • Walk through traditional Shigar village
  • Cultural interaction and local insights
  • Optional local lunch experience
  • Return to Skardu
  • Evening free

Day 04

Horseback Trail Experience (Skardu–Shigar)

  • Breakfast at hotel
  • Guided horseback riding experience
  • Explore scenic landscapes between Skardu & Shigar
  • Interaction with local guides and environment
  • Return to hotel
  • Evening at leisure

Day 05

Basho Valley Adventure

  • Early breakfast and departure
  • Jeep safari towards Basho Valley
  • Explore alpine scenery and untouched landscapes
  • Short walks and nature exploration
  • Packed lunch / optional stop
  • Return to Skardu
  • Rest and evening free

Day 06

Skardu to Khaplu Valley

  • Breakfast and departure for Khaplu
  • Scenic drive along Shyok River
  • Visit Khaplu Fort
  • Explore Khaplu village and surroundings
  • Cultural exposure and local interaction
  • Return / overnight stay (based on plan)

Day 07

Thorsay Camping Experience

  • Departure towards Thorsay
  • Set up camp in scenic location
  • Horse riding experience
  • Free time for exploration and photography
  • Bonfire and evening gathering
  • Stargazing experience
  • Overnight camping

Day 08

Adventure & Activities

  • Breakfast at camp / hotel
  • Paragliding
  • Boating
  • Short trekking / hiking
  • Relaxed day based on preference
  • Evening at leisure

Day 09

Leisure & Local Experiences

  • Breakfast at hotel
  • Free day for relaxation
  • Optional cultural walk or local market visit
  • Café time / photography
  • Preparation for departure

Day 10

Skardu to Islamabad (Flight)

  • Breakfast at hotel
  • Transfer to airport
  • Flight back to Islamabad

Tour Highlights

  • Kachura Lakes (Upper & Lower)
  • Shigar & Khaplu Fort heritage visits
  • Horseback trail experience (Skardu–Shigar)
  • Basho Valley jeep safari
  • Thorsay camping & bonfire night
  • Ringchan Rock & Kharpocho heritage hike
  • Optional paragliding, boating & stargazing
  • Cultural experiences & local interactions

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