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10 DAYS SKARDU & HUNZA WINTER TOUR PACKAGE

Family 10 Days · 9 Nights 5.0

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PKR 220,000
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A 10-day winter road trip — Shangri-La, Soq Valley and Shigar in Skardu, then Karimabad, Attabad Lake, the Passu Cones and Sost.

What's Included

  • Pickup and drop-off in Islamabad or Rawalpindi
  • Comfortable vehicle with an experienced driver
  • 9 nights in economy or deluxe hotels
  • Fuel, toll taxes and parking
  • All sightseeing stops on the itinerary

Not Included

  • Meals (breakfast is included with deluxe hotels)
  • Boating, jet ski, jeep safari and paramotor fees
  • Personal expenses

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1

Islamabad → Besham

Pickup in Islamabad and a drive on the Hazara Motorway past Mansehra and onto the Karakoram Highway to Besham.

Overnight economy or deluxe hotel in Besham
Day 2

Besham → Skardu

Along the Indus with a tea break at Dasu, through Chilas to Jaglot, where the Karakoram, Himalaya and Hindu Kush meet, and on to Skardu by evening.

Overnight North Land Guest House, Dewaan-e-Khas or similar
Day 3

Shangri-La Resort → Soq Valley

A morning walk in the garden of Shangri-La Resort, boating on Lower Kachura Lake and lunch at the resort, then Soq Valley for its streams and mountain views.

Overnight Skardu
Day 4

Shigar Valley

After breakfast, paramotor, a jeep safari and refreshments at the Sarfaranga desert, Blind Lake and the historic Shigar Fort.

Overnight Skardu
Day 5

Skardu → Karimabad

Drive via Jaglot and Gilgit to Karimabad in Hunza, with time for a walk through its streets and local shops.

Overnight Hunza Lodge by Folks, Tourist Cottage or similar
Day 6

Karimabad

Visit Baltit Fort, lunch with a view of snow-covered Rakaposhi, Altit Fort and the Royal Garden, and sunset at Eagle’s Nest viewpoint.

Overnight Karimabad
Day 7

Attabad Lake

Boating, jet skis and photos at Attabad Lake, lunch at Luxus Hunza and a visit to the Hussaini Suspension Bridge.

Overnight Karimabad
Day 8

Passu → Sost

Drive to Passu for photos of the Passu Cones, then on to the quiet village of Sost, with snowy peaks and glaciers along the way.

Overnight Karimabad
Day 9

Karimabad → Chilas

Drive back down the Karakoram Highway, with stops along the way.

Overnight Chilas
Day 10

Chilas → Islamabad

Drive back to Islamabad, with drop-off at your address. End of tour.

Route
Islamabad → Mansehra → Besham → Dasu → Chilas → Jaglot → Skardu → Shigar → Gilgit → Karimabad → Attabad → Passu → Sost → Chilas → Islamabad

About This Package

SNOWY SKARDU AND HUNZA BY ROAD

Northern Pakistan in winter is a different world — snowy valleys, frozen lakes and quiet villages. This 10-day road trip takes families and couples along the Karakoram Highway to Skardu for Shangri-La Resort, Soq Valley and Shigar, then to Hunza for Karimabad, Attabad Lake, the Passu Cones and Sost.

The Besham route stays open in winter, and our drivers know these roads well. You’ll stay in warm, well-maintained economy or deluxe hotels, and the whole trip can be customized to your schedule.

Short on time? See our 5-day Skardu winter tour by air.

Important Note

Final pricing will be confirmed at the time of booking. Rates may change during peak travel seasons, public holidays and special events.

Why Book with Vaadi Travels?

  • Personalized travel plan
  • Private transport for your group
  • Experienced driver who knows the route
  • Adjustable travel dates
  • Hotels chosen to suit your budget
  • Suitable for families
  • Ideal for honeymoon couples
  • Stress-free travel

Top Places You'll Visit

  • Shangri-La Resort — Lower Kachura Lake in winter
  • Shigar Fort — Historic fort and the Sarfaranga desert
  • Baltit and Altit forts — Historic forts of Karimabad
  • Eagle’s Nest — Sunset over the Hunza Valley
  • Attabad Lake — Bright blue lake for boating
  • Passu Cones — Iconic peaks above the Karakoram Highway

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