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1. Explore Shangri-La of James Hilton, Hunza & Skardu (Private Tour)

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2. Hunza Valley Sightseeing Tour

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3. Hunza Valley Pakistan Family Tour

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4. 11 Days Trek Nanga Parbat Base Camp & Hunza Gojal Valley

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5. Pakistan Tour Hunza Valley

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6. Hunza Skardu Valley Pakistan Family Tour

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7. 9 Days Tour to Skardu, Deosai, Rama meadows From May to October

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8. Cherry Blossoms Trip to Northern Areas of Pakistan 2020 (8D 7N)

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9. Skardu Tour | Visit Skardu | Explore Skardu in 7 days | Skardu trip 2020

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10. Karakorum Highway (Old Silk Route) Trip -12 Days

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11. Top 11 Best Things to do in Hunza valley Pakistan

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12. Overland from China to Pakistan (8-10 Days)

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13. K2 Base Camp & GONDOGORO LA TREK

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14. Explore Hunza Valley Pakistan

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15. 10 Days Tour to Hunza, Skardu & Deosai camping From May to October

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16. Cherry Blossom Tour -Hunza Valley

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17. Northern Pakistan Tour

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18. 12-Day Hiking Tour World's Highest Mountain Ranges from Islamabad

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19. Autumn Trip to Hunza Valley & Skardu- Pakistan - (12D 11N)

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20. Hunza Autumn Tour

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21. Blossom Tour in Hunza, Skardu & Khaplu

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23. 9-Day Karakoram Valley's Tour

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24. Five 8,000m Base Camps Trek

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25. K2 Base Camp and Nanga Parbat BC Trek

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26. K2 Basecamp Trek 20 days in Karakoram Pakistan

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27. 9 Days Tour to Hunza, Phandar and Shandur from April to October

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28. Skardu Tour - The Little Tibet

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29. 7 Day Private Tour and Explore Skardu, Lahore, and Islamabad

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30. Trip to Fairy Meadows and Hunza Valley (7 days)

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Gilgit Baltistan Tour Package

Our Gilgit Baltistan tour package is designed for domestic and foreign tourists interested in visiting northern areas of Pakistan. The areas covered include Karakoram and Himalayan ranges of Pakistan. Based in Gilgit-Baltistan, Islamabad and Karachi, Apricot Tours is known for planning and executing the best trips in GB. Our tour guides and other local support staff enable a host-guest environment in Gilgit, Hunza and Skardu which others fail to deliver.

Itinerary Code: AT 185 Duration: 10 Days Mode of Transport: Land Travel

Gilgit Baltistan Tour – Honeymoon Packages

Given below are the different packages we offer for solo travelers and honeymoon couples.

Given below is the holiday information for Gilgit-Baltistan Tour for honeymooners and solo travelers.

  • Budget Package
  • Standard Package
  • Luxury Package

What's included

  • Toyota GLI Car (2012-13) with fuel and experienced local driver
  • 02 night stay(s) at Himalaya Inn Naran or equivalent
  • 03 night stay(s) at Snowland Hotel Skardu or equivalent
  • 03 night stay(s) at World Roof Hotel Hunza or equivalent
  • 01 night stay(s) at Riveria Hotel Gilgit or equivalent
  • 01 Jeep(s) (4 x 4) for Naltar Valley and Deosai Park
  • Toll taxes, parking fees, drivers food and accommodation

What's not included

  • National parks & fort tickets
  • Unforeseen expenses e.g. road blocks etc
  • Anything not mentioned in "What's Included"
  • Toyota GLI Car (2014-18) with fuel and experienced local driver
  • Complimentary breakfast(s) for 2 persons per room
  • 02 night stay(s) at Parhena Cottages (deluxe room) Naran or equivalent
  • 03 night stay(s) at Tibet Hotel Skardu or equivalent
  • 03 night stay(s) at Hunza Continental Palace (deluxe room) or equivalent
  • Toll taxes, parking fees, driver's food and accommodation
  • Local music program (PKR 5,000 - included)
  • Toyota Prado (2005/06) with fuel and experienced local driver
  • 02 night stay(s) at Maisonette Hotel & Resort Naran or equivalent
  • 03 night stay(s) at Serena Hotels (Shigar & Khaplu) or equivalent
  • 03 night stay(s) at Hunza Serena Inn or equivalent
  • 01 night stay(s) at Gilgit Serena Hotel or equivalent
  • Local music program

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Private & Family Tour Packages

We offer the following packages for Gilgit Baltistan Tour (10 days)

PACKAGE CODE: TRAVEL-151

(4-6 Persons, 02 Rooms)

WHAT'S INCLUDED

  • Toyota GLI Car (2016-17) with fuel and experienced local driver
  • 02 night stay(s) at Himalaya Inn Naran or equivalent
  • 01 night stay(s) at Taj Hotel Gilgit or equivalent

PACKAGE CODE: TRAVEL-152

(7-9 Persons, 03 Rooms)

  • Toyoto High Roof van with fuel and experienced local driver
  • 02 night stay(s) at Himalaya Inn Naran or equivalent
  • 02 Jeep(s) (4 x 4) for Naltar Valley and Deosai Park

PACKAGE CODE: TRAVEL-153

(10-12 Persons, 04 Rooms)

WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED (for all packages)

Package code: travel-154 .

  • Toyota GLI Car (2015-17) with fuel and experienced local driver
  • 01 night stay(s) at Riveria Hotel (deluxe room) Gilgit or equivalent

PACKAGE CODE: TRAVEL-155 

  • Toyota Grand Cabin (Hiace) with fuel and experienced local driver
  • Tour guide & local music program (PKR 5,000 - included)

PACKAGE CODE: TRAVEL-156

Package code: travel-157.

(4-6 Person, 02 Rooms)

  • Prado (2001-07) with fuel and experienced local driver

PACKAGE CODE: TRAVEL-158 

(7-9 Person, 03 Rooms)

  • 03 night stay(s) at Hunza Serena Inn or equivalent
  • Tour guide & local music program 

PACKAGE CODE: TRAVEL-159

(10-12 Pax, 04 Rooms)

  • Coaster Saloon (2014-17) with fuel and experienced local driver
  • 03 Jeep(s) (4 x 4) for Naltar Valley and Deosai Park
  • Tour guide & local music program

WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED (for all packages)

Itinerary – gilgit baltistan tour package, day 1: departure from islamabad.

  • Pickup and departure from Islamabad
  • Stop at Balakot/Mansehra
  • Check-in at hotel in Naran
  • Departure for Lake Saif-ul-Malook (Jeep ride)
  • Return from lake and Shopping/Free time in Naran (optional)
  • Night Stay in Naran/Kaghan

Day 2: Gilgit Baltistan Tour Package

  • Departure for Skardu (early morning)
  • Drive towards Babusar Pass (4,170m/ 13, 690 ft)
  • Stop at Lulusar Lake
  • Stop at Babusar Pass – Photograph, enjoy and witness the surreal beauty on one of the highest passes (Babusar Pass) in the world
  • Pass through Chilas (Diamer district) and enter Skardu road along Indus river through Alam bridge
  • Night stay in Skardu

Day 3: Gilgit Baltistan Tour Package

  • Drive to Shangrila Resort
  • Visit Upper Kachura lake
  • Visit Shigar Fort Residence
  • Visit to Kharpocho fort (40min hike – optional)

Day 4: Gilgit Baltistan Tour Package

  • Departure for Deosai Plateau
  • Stop at Sadara lake/Dam
  • Picnic lunch at Deosai National Park

Day 5: Gilgit Baltistan Tour Package

  • Drive to Karimabad, Hunza valley
  • Pass through Alam bridge
  • Travel along Indus river
  • Check in and rest at hotel
  • Night stay in Karimabad

Day 6: Gilgit Baltistan Tour Package

  • Visit to and presentation inside Baltit Fort (more than 900 years old) in Karimabad
  • Visit Nagar district
  • Drive to Hoper glacier view point
  • Trip to and presentation inside Altit Fort (more than 700 years old)
  • Rest at Altit village and gardens
  • Drive to highest view point (Duikar) in Hunza-Nagar (witness sunset on white peaks)
  • Visit to Eagle’s nest
  • Free relaxation time or shopping time around Karimabad
  • Visit to Hunza De Café – famous for walnut cake (optional)

Day 7: Gilgit Baltistan Tour Package

  • Departure for Pak-China Border (Khunjerab Pass – highest road border in the world)
  • Passage through Ganish bridge & ancient rock carvings
  • Stop at well known Attabad lake
  • Travel through newly constructed Pak-China friendship tunnels
  • Passage through Hussany glacier, view of Passu Catheral/Cones(above 6000) and Shispar peak
  • Pass through Passu peak and Batura (world’s 4th largest glacier) view points
  • Enter Khunjerab National Park in Deh
  • Spot marmots
  • Reach Pak-China border and get stunned by the natural environment and witness snow in summers on a lucky day
  • Meet Chinese people(soldiers/border police/Chinese tourists from the other side)
  • Eat packed/picnic lunch on Pak-China Border (4733m)
  • Shopping time on return in Sost (Immigration/Customs point) for Chinese goods (electronics, watches etc)

Day 8: Gilgit Baltistan Tour Package

  • Drive to Naltar
  • Visit Gilgit Bazaar, NLI market
  • Visit Kargah Nala and Buddha Rock Carving
  • Night stay in Gilgit

Day 9: Gilgit Baltistan Tour Package

  • Morning drive to Naran
  • Rest at Rakaposhi view point
  • View of ancient Silk Route
  • Eat Packed Lunch at Babusar Pass
  • Night Stay in Naran

Day 10: Return to Islamabad

  • Departure for Islamabad
  • Arrival and drop in Islamabad
  • Dream your journey 😉

Note: You might want to check out our 7 days Hunza Valley Tour .

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Gilgit Baltistan region is a gem! Loved the natural beauty and the people altogether. Great guides in Hunza and skardu.

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My sister and I recently joined the 10 days tour to Hunza, Fairy Meadows and Gilgit. Sultan was very responsive to all our questions . He was also flexible and worked out an itinerary that worked for us. His brother, Hassan was our tour guide up north. While his English was not great, he is pleasant, always helpful to meet our requests and also gave us space for privacy. He is experienced with the roads and territory in the north and we always arrived safely at our destinations. The only constructive feedback we have is it would be good to always give a brief summary to the travelers on where we are heading to next/tomorrow, how many hours’ drive, lunch or toilet breaks etc that would help to prepare the travelers for what is coming up next. The 4x4 car we took was clean and comfortable for the 3 of us. There were certain days with long drives along the Karakoram Highway which has amazing views. All the places in the north has spectacular sceneries. People in Pakistan are very friendly and welcoming to foreigners/travellers. We enjoyed ourselves very much. We would recommend this tour company for an amazing time in Pakistan.

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Thank you Karim for showing us the amazing Hunza valley. I and my friends enjoyed the trip and most of us are thinking to come back in Autumn this year or next year. We are happy with your service and have no complaints. Hunza Explorers will organise our trip in autumn.

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"Memorable trip with Sultan and his company Crossroads Adventure I never thought Pakistan is such a beautiful country and the people are so heartwarming. Sultan from Crossroads Adventure designed and organized a 16 days trip to Pakistan to the some of the most beautiful areas in Gilgit Baltistan Pakistan such as Hunza, Skardu, Gilgit, Nagar, and Gojal valley. The mountains are fascinating and landscape is magically beautiful. The arrangement was up to the mark from transportation, guide, accommodation and on top of them the it was unforgettable experience. I strongly recommend Crossroads Adventure and Sultan who owns the company for those who are interested in exploring Pakistan and are looking for a reliable tour organizing company. I will definitely take my 2nd trip to Pakistan next year with Sultan and his company Crossroads Adventure.

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Gilgit-Baltistan Travel Guide

Updated April 2024 ,  The Gilgit-Baltistan Travel Guide was originally written in August 2018

Gilgit-Baltistan: Where the Karakorams and Hindu Kush gnarl together forming some of the world’s highest mountains. Home to Khowar, Shina, Wakhi, and Balti speakers (just to name a few!), as well as those using Burushaski- a language related to no other. Where hospitality knows no bounds and an adventure of a lifetime is at nearly every twist and turn.

Learn how to travel in Pakistan’s stunning Northern Areas in this Gilgit Baltistan Travel Guide.

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Pakistan’s currency is the Pakistani Rupee ( PKR  or  Rs ). As of   April 2024, the current exchange rate is:

  • $1 USD = 280 PKR
  • €1 = 305 PKR

You can exchange to PKR in Gilgit, Karimabad as well as Sost, and there are ATMs in Gilgit city. For exchanging to and from RMB for those coming from and heading to China the best place to exchange is Sost. USD is generally the easiest currency to exchange.

Tipping – Tipping isn’t common practice in Gilgit-Baltistan as is the case in most of Pakistan. Those working in the tourism industry may expect a tip, so you can tip for good service.

People throughout the region are quite warm and welcoming and will invite you to stay in their homes and even offer you meals. You can try to leave a small amount of money for them as a thank-you, although it is common for them to refuse (I typically try to hide the money somewhere, like under a cushion).

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Pakistan is home to over 60 languages, with Urdu and English being the official languages of the country. Gilgit-Baltistan is a clash of cultures and languages. Languages spoken in the region include Shina, Balti, Burushaski, Khowar, Wakhi, Domaki, Gujari, Pashto, Ladakhi, Zangskari, and Purgi.

The population of Gilgit-Baltistan are Muslim with the majority being of the Shia Sect, although the region is fairly diverse. You will find practitioners of both Sunni and Shia sects as well as Ismailism.

What To Wear In Gilgit-Baltistan

I 100% recommend purchasing a shalwar kameez when you arrive in Gilgit-Baltistan or Pakistan in general. Why wear something uncomfortable when you can don a shalwar? You can pick up a ready made shalwar for 1,500-2,500 PKR in Gilgit, but if you have the time I recommend having one tailored.

Okay, so what if you don’t want to wear the shalwar…

For The Boys : Trousers and long sleeve tops, but t-shirts are acceptable.

For The Girls : It’s best to dress conservatively because it’s the norm in Gilgit-Baltistan Long sleeved tunics that go mid-thigh in length or longer are best worn with trousers. Always have a scarf with you although you won’t be expected to wear it covering your hair most of the time.

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Best Time To Visit Gilgit-Baltistan

For trekking and camping, the best time to visit is June-August, however, August can get quite crowded and a bit more expensive with Pakistani tourists visiting as well from all over the country. October & November are a great time to visit with the beautiful fall colors underway.

Getting Around

Most traveling in Gilgit-Baltistan will be done by either bus or jeep hire.  NATCO  (Northern Area Transport Corporation) is the most well-known transport company is in the area, but there are others. Transport companies, as well as  tour operators  in the region, can arrange jeep hire as well.

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How To Get To Gilgit-Baltistan

To reach Gilgit-Baltistan you can do so by air and by road.

The Karakoram Highway (Aka: KKH or N-35) connects Gilgit-Baltistan with China to the north and to Islamabad in the south.

For those coming from Islamabad/Rawalpindi by bus, the journey to Gilgit will take roughly 19 hours and costs between 1,600 and 2,300 PKR.

For those coming down the KKH from China expect the journey (once the bus actually leaves) to take about 6 hours from Tashkurgan to the Pakistani border post at Sost. You can book buses either with  NATCO  or  Hunza Xinjiang Trading & Tourism  from the bus station in Tashkurgan for 225 RMB ($33 USD).

You will need to clear Chinese customs and immigration in Tashkurgan before boarding your bus (which will leave from the Khunjerab Port where you clear customs/immigration). From there it’s about 3 hours to the actual border crossing fence to Pakistan. From the fence expect about 3 hours of travel time to arrive in Sost.

From Sost you can find buses bound for the Hunza Valley, Gilgit, Skardu, Chilas, Astore, and beyond.

Read:  Everything you need to know to cross the border at Khunjerab Pass

One thing to note is that you will have to get out and pay the Khunjerab National Park fee on the way to Sost. You can pay the fee in Pakistani Rupee (800 PKR), Chinese Yuan (50 RMB), or US Dollars ($8 USD).

Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) offers daily flights to Gilgit from Islamabad, taking about 50 minutes. It’s known to be one of the most scenic flights in the world but is prone to delays and cancellations due to weather. Prices are 12,110 PKR each way (roughly $100 USD).

PIA also offers a daily flight to Skardu from Islamabad taking 1 hour. This flight is scenic as well and suffers weather delays much like the Gilgit flight. Prices are 15,420 PKR each way (about $125 USD).

Many visitors are now eligible for an e-visa to visit Pakistan. You can apply for yours  here .

I will mention that in 2019 I applied and paid for a one-year multi-entry in my Italian passport and only received a single entry e-visa (I enquired about the mistake but it has never been resolved), so I’ve paid $52 for a single entry visa, rather than the $35 fee that you would normally pay for a single entry- so consider yourself warned.

Visa policy of Pakistan

In 2018 I still had to apply the old-fashioned way, through a consulate (this was on my US passport). I can say from personal experience that obtaining a tourist visa from the  Pakistani Consulate in Los Angeles  was simple, fast, and straightforward. The only document I was asked for that was not mentioned in the instructions on their website was a letter from my employer stating that my travel in Pakistan was not work-related and that I would be returning to my job after my trip.

Note that the visa application, whether applying online or at the consulate is extremely long and full of plenty of questions that I think are pointless (like seriously? I have to list every place I’ve visited in the last 5 years?!!?)

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Permits & Special Permissions

You may have read in Pakistan you may need special permissions to visit certain areas and about needing a NOC (no objection certificate) to visit certain places. Most places that tourists go to in Gilgit-Baltistan do not need permits or NOC at the moment. Just note that anything in regards to bureaucracy in Pakistan could change in a second without any notice.

Good places to look up conversations on current info or ask questions are  The Karakoram Club  and  Backpacking Pakistan  on Facebook. In 2019 there were a lot of talks of certain areas of Pakistan not requiring NOC to visit, but some tourists have been asked for them.

Gilgit-Baltistan cuisine shares a lot in common with Chitrali cuisine in neighboring Khyber-Pakktunkhwa. Of course you will find pilafs, daal and other dishes common throughout Pakistan. Here are a few local dishes you’ll likely find in Gilgit-Baltistan:

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Gholmandi : A filling of locally made cheese, coriander, and chives between two buttery chapatis. This is my absolute favorite.

Chapshuru : Meat, onion, chili, tomatoes, and coriander inside a thin dough. It looks similar to a calzone.

Shisar : A fried pastry-like snack made of wheat flour mixed with egg. Similar to fry bread or langos.

Rishoki : Like a pancake or crepe made of egg and wheat flour, dipped in butter. Can be savory or sweet.

Guli : Flatbread of wheat flour covered in heaps of butter.

Mantu : Steamed dumplings usually filled with meat, onion, garlic, and peppers.

Local Fruits : You can buy fresh local fruits ( during the season of course) from people on the side of the road. Make sure and try the mulberries, apricots, cherries, plums, and grapes when in season.

Chai : Chai accompanies every meal, and also be ready for plenty of chai stops in your travels as well.

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Accommodation

For those wanting to stay on a tighter budget, it’s recommended to try to stay at smaller hotels, guesthouses, and inns in Gilgit-Baltistan. There are guesthouses and hotels available in Gilgit, Gulmit, Hunza, Karimabad, Fairy Meadows, Skardu, Passu, Astore, and more.  Search guesthouses and hotels on booking .

What To See & Do In Gilgit-Baltistan

For those that love dramatic mountains, turquoise glacial lakes, fascinating culture and great trekking Gilgit-Baltistan is a true paradise. There are too many stunning places to mention to check out here for this one blog post! Here are a few of the most common draws for those who visit the region.

K2 Basecamp, Baltoro & Concordia Glacier – The trek that takes you to the basecamp of the world’s second-highest peak. Usually an 18-19 day trek roundtrip.

Passu Cones – The Passu Cones can be seen as you traverse the Karakoram Highway in the Upper Hunza Valley near the village and glacier of the same name.

Hussaini Bridge – Known as the most dangerous bridge in the world. This rickety suspension bridge crosses the Hunza River with views of the Passu Cones in the distance.

Attabad Lake – This massive glacial lake was only formed in 2010 by a landslide that blocked the flow of the Hunza River resulting in this turquoise lake. The lake destroyed a section of the Karakoram Highway, forcing vehicular traffic to use barges to traverse the damaged 24 kilometer stretch. In 2015 the KKH was reopened through this section after 3 years of work and several tunnels and bridges. Attabad lake is 21 kilometers in length.

Baltit & Altit Forts – These 700 year old and 1,000 year old ( respectively ) forts perched in the Hunza Valley were once the homes of the Mir ( king ) of Hunza. They have sweeping views of the peaks and glaciers nearby.

Trekking – There are a dizzying amount of trekking and mountaineering options in Gilgit-Baltistan that will keep everyone happy from beginner to hardcore mountaineer.

Fishing – Until I stepped foot in Northern Pakistan I never knew that trout fishing was a big deal here.

Cycling – Many come to Gilgit-Baltistan to cycle the Karakoram Highway between Islamabad and Kashgar, China.

Where To Go

Gilgit-Baltistan is one of the most beautiful parts of Pakistan known for its massive mountain peaks. If you hate stunning mountain sceneries, sparkling lakes, welcoming people, and great food you probably should have stopped reading this travel guide a long time ago.

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Gilgit City : The central travel hub for Gilgit-Baltistan and largest town along the Pakistani KKH. The main reasons to come to Gilgit is to exchange or get money out of an ATM, stock up on supplies/do some shopping, or spend a night between adventures. Gilgit City is accessible by road and plane.

The KKH connects the city with Xinjiang Province and China all the way south to Islamabad. Daily flights connect Gilgit to Islamabad.

Sost : Border town along the KKH in the Upper Hunza (Gojal) Valley. If arriving from China, Sost will be your first stop. Sost is the customs and immigration point for those coming from or heading to China.

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Shimshal : Village in the north of Gilgit inhabited by Wakhi people. Several multi-day treks can be done from here including the most well-known in the area to Shimshal Pass. Note that most trekking in the Shimshal area requires prior permission, contact a local tour agency to arrange them.

Hunza & Nagar Valleys : Hunza and Nagar were formerly princely states until 1974. The Hunza Valley is a big draw for tourists to Gilgit-Baltistan.

Nagar Valley is located just south of Hunza Valley as you make your way down the KKH. From the Nagar Valley, you will have amazing views of Rakaposhi- the 27th tallest mountain in the world from the highway.

A few of the places to visit in the valley include:

  • Passu Cones & Glacier
  • Hussaini Bridge
  • Baltit Fort & Karimabad
  • Attabad Lake
  • Barpu Glacier

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Ishkoman Valley : Home to 20 villages that sit along the Ishkoman River at the bottom of the valley that lies between the Hindu Kush to the west and Karakorams to the east. There are several treks that can be done from Ishkoman Valley including a trek up Chillinji Pass to join the Chipursan Valley, and eventually back to the KKH near Sost, a trek connecting Imit to Darkot in Yasin Valley as well as another connecting Chatorkhand with Yasin Valley, and even a trek up the Karumbar Pass taking you to Karumbar Lake near the border with the  Wakhan Corridor of Afghanistan . Another trek that can be done from Chatorkhand and Pakora up to Pakora Pass to reach either Nagar or Chalt.

Trekking to Asumber Pass between Asumber Village in Ishkoman Valley and Sandhi Yasin in Yasin Valley is another hike connecting to the two valleys. Another scenic hiking option is to hike from Gotulti in the upper Ishkoman Valley to Attar Lakes, up over Attar Pass to reach Darkhot in the upper Yasin Valley. Ishkoman Valley is accessible by road from the town of Gakhuch.

Guesthouses are available in Ishkoman Valley including the newly opened  Royal Guest House Birgal .

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Yasin Valley : Just west of the Ishkoman Valley lies Yasin. Yasin has been historically important because it allowed access to Broghil Pass into Afghanistan’s Wakhan Corridor and to Chitral in Pakistan’s Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa Province. Yasin is reachable by road from the town of Gupis.

There are several treks that connect Ishkoman and Yasin Valleys together (see Ishkoman section above for quick descriptions).

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Shandur Pass : Shandur Pass is in the far western fringes of Gilgit-Baltistan’s Ghizer District connecting it to Chitral in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa Province. Shandur Pass is famous as it is home to the Shandur Polo Festival each year held in July. Shandur Polo Festival is the highest polo festival in the world.

Phandar Valley : Located 60 kilometers west of Gupis, Phandar Valley is green, lush and surrounded by mountains. Access to the valley is possible by road from both Gilgit or from Chitral.

Skardu : Skardu is the capital of Baltistan District and the jumping off point for adventures into the Karakoram Mountains. Skardu can be reached by road from Gilgit and Islamabad, as well as by daily flights from Islamabad. Nearby things to do in the Skardu Valley include:

  • Kharpocho Fort
  • Shangril-La Lake
  • Sand Dunes along the Indus River
  • Sartpara Lake

Shigar Valley : The gateway to K-2, G-I, G-II, G-III, G-IV, Broad Peak and more massive mountains in the Karakorams. Expeditions and basecamp treks leave from the town of Askole. Reachable by road from Skardu.

Kharmang Valley : Located about 100 kilometers southeast of Skardu by road. Attractions here include:

  • Manthokha Waterfall
  • Mehdiabad Valley
  • Khamosh Waterfall
  • Mehdiabad Nala

Khaplu Valley :

The jumping off point for expeditions to Masherbrum Peak, K-7, K-6, Chogolisa and more peaks in the Karakoram. Located about 100 kilometers east of Skardu and accessible by road. There are several lakes to trek to along the Khaplu Valley as well.

Joot (Fairy Meadows) : A beautiful grassland located near the basecamp for Nanga-Parbat’s Rakhiot Face. From Chilas you will continue along the KKH to the Rakhiot Bridge and drive another 12 kilometers to Tato Village. From Tato trek 5 kilometers to Fairy Meadows.

There are lodges available in Fairy Meadows but you can pitch a tent as well.

Trekking & Mountaineering

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Gilgit-Baltistan is a paradise for trekkers and climbers. Some common treks in the area are:

  • Fairy Meadows & Nanga Parbat Basecamp
  • K2 Basecamp, Concordia Glacier & Baltoro Glacier
  • Rakaposhi Basecamp
  • Borith Lake & Passu Glacier
  • Hoper Valley
  • Malik Pass in Deosai Plains National Park
  • Yasin Spring Festival : This spring festival in the Yasin Valley is held every year typically between the first and second weeks of March celebrating the start of the new year and upcoming spring.
  • Nowruz : Persian New Year. Celebrated on the first day of spring (March 20-22, depending on the year).
  • Chilam Joshi : This is a Kalash Spring Festival held in the Kalash valleys of Rumbur, Bumburet, and Birir, in the Chitral District of the neighboring province of Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa. Usually held around May 13-16 each year. The objective of the Kalash Spring Festival is for men and women to find spouses. Colorful dresses and beaded necklaces are worn by the Kalash women.
  • Shandur Polo Festival : The highest polo tournament in the world, held at Shandur Pass usually on the second weekend in July. In 2019 it will take place July 8-10.
  • Harvest Festival : Dates differ village to village but celebrations fall between June 21 and July 12. Celebrates the beginning of harvest.
  • Babusar Polo Festival : A freestyle polo tournament held in the Babusar Pass each year in August. Dates can vary.
  • Independence Day : Pakistan’s Independence Day. Held August 14.
  • Uchal Festival : Another Kalash Festival held August 20-22 celebrating summer harvest in the Kalash Valleys.
  • Gilgit-Baltistan Independence Day : Celebration to mark the end of the Dogra Regime. Held on November 1.
  • Chawmos : A Kalash festival held around winter solstice (December 7-22). It’s essentially a wild two week long solstice party of feasts, music, dancing, and more.
  • Thumushalling Festival : Celebrating the death of the last Buddhist king of Gilgit. Bonfires and dancing are a part of this celebration held mostly in Hunza, Ishkoman, and Gilgit Valleys on December 21.

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Tour Operators & Guides

As we were a small group of mostly American passport holders we did have to go through a tour agency to get LOIs to apply for visas in order to visit Pakistan the first time I went.  Hindukush Karakoram Tours & Treks  took care of us and I can personally recommend them. Murad & Ayub are two of the best guides I’ve gotten to meet in all my travels.

Gilgit-Baltistan Travel Budget

Costs can vary widely in Pakistan depending on your travel style, and whether or not you will be required to book a tour in the country. While some may scrape by on less than 1,850 PKR per day, others may have a budget of 18,500 PKR per day or more. Here are some ideas of costs in the region:

  • Hotel room : Expect prices to ring in around 3,500-100,000 PKR per night.
  • Guesthouse : You can find dirt cheap rooms as little as 800 PKR per night. Most will range around 1,000-3,000 PKR per night. For those looking to really save on accommodation, you can try Couchsurfing.
  • Local Transport : Depends on distance, but most transport should cost between 500 and 1,500 PKR between destinations in Gilgit-Baltistan. For longer journeys ( Islamabad and beyond ) expect prices to be 1,800 to 3,000 PKR.
  • Jeep Hire : Expect to pay 6,000-7,000 PKR per day for a jeep and driver.
  • Meals : For simple Pakistani meals you can expect to pay 150-200 PKR per meal, more for fancier restaurants.
  • National Parks & Historic Sites : 500-800 PKR.
  • Guided Tours : Expect most guided tours to cost in the range of $150-200 per day. Of course this typically would include guide, accommodation, meals and transport.

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Packing List

  • Inreach Explorer+ – A GPS and SOS beacon that can send text messages as well. Garmin offers reasonable monthly rates. Great for those planning to trek in remote areas.
  • Solar charger – Keep your gadgets charged when camping and trekking.
  • External battery pack – Good for keeping gadgets charged on long bus rides and when the electricity cuts out.
  • Backpack – I recommend the  Osprey Ariel 65L backpack .
  • Daypack – My personal favorite is the Osprey Hikelite Plus.
  • 3 Season tent – I use the  MSR NX Hubba-Hubba solo tent  and the  Mountainsmith Morrison 2 person tent  and love them both!
  • Sleeping bag – Useful for trekkers & cyclists. I use a  Nemo sleeping bag  cold rated to 20ºF/-7ºC.
  • Hiking Boots – My personal favorite is the  La Sportiva Nucleo GTX  hiking boot.
  • Lightweight cooking camp set – For trekkers and cyclists that plan to prepare their own meals.
  • Water Purifier – I personally use the  Katadyn water filter .
  • Trekking Poles – Useful for the steep scree slopes and river crossings you may encounter.
  • Headlamp – Useful while camping, and for power outages.
  • Sunscreen – Many places you’ll visit in Gilgit-Baltistan are at higher altitudes leaving you more susceptible to sunburn.
  • Mosquito Repellant – Recommended in the summertime.
  • Prescription & over-the-counter medications .

Guide Books

  • Pakistan Traveller – Available in both paperback and digital download.

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Online Resources & Handy Apps

  • Lost With Purpose : Alex is essentially the queen of solo female travel in Pakistan (I mean, the boys can get pretty much all necessary info from her too).
  • Root Network : Led by Alex, Aneeqa, Laila, Sara, and Turfa, the Root Network aims to ensure a sustainable future for the tourism industry of Pakistan.
  • The Karakoram Club : Great Facebook group to see photos of the area and meet locals as well as other travelers.
  • Backpacking Pakistan : Another good Facebook group. Great resource for Pakistan travel, asking questions, and meeting other travelers.
  • Maps.me : Download on your mobile phone. This is an easy to use offline map.

Internet & Mobile

I didn’t come to Gilgit-Baltistan for the internet, and neither should you. Okay, okay, I know sometimes you do need to do important stuff on the internet. Several guesthouses and hotels in towns offer wifi, just be prepared for pretty slow speeds.

For SIM cards the recommended company is Zong, as they have the best coverage in Northern Pakistan- just make sure and have a local sign you up because you’ll pay a lot less.

Health & Safety

  • Gilgit-Baltistan is one of the safest parts of Pakistan to visit. Standard precautions are usually enough.
  • The most annoying thing you’ll likely encounter is (especially as a woman) are police that decide you need an escort and accompany you to wherever you’re going, even though it’s a perfectly safe place to visit. Of course, if you’re on a tour this won’t be such an issue, but if you’re traveling independently– you’ve been warned. This is probably the most frequent complaint I see from travelers in Pakistan in general.
  • Solo female travelers will likely need to a bit more cautious traveling around Pakistan. It is still a very male-dominated society, so you can expect some harassment (though, northern Pakistan seems to be a bit more relaxed about this than other parts of the country). I have spoken with one woman who not once, but twice had men break into her hotel room while she was sleeping in Hunza, presumably to sexually assault her. I’m not trying to scare solo female travelers off, I have many great male and female friends in Pakistan, but these are all things I think you should be aware of.
  • Many treks are in remote areas, so do take caution to avoid injury.
  • On occasion, there are terroristic attacks that take place in Gilgit-Baltistan (such as the  attack on 12 girls’ schools in the Chilas area on August 3 , as well as the  attack on mountaineers in Fairy Meadows in 2013 ). They are not the norm in this part of Pakistan but are something to be aware of.

Other Important Notes

  • Tourists aren’t allowed near the LOC (line of control) where Gilgit-Baltistan borders Kashmir.
  • Sometimes you will find yourself assigned a free police escort armed with an AK-47. Annoying yes- but this isn’t too unusual.
  • There are heaps of security checkpoints in Giglit-Baltistan as well as the rest of Pakistan. However, I didn’t find them to be as big a pain in the ass as the ones in Xinjiang, China.
  • Bring tons of passport copies and visa copies for above mentioned security checkpoints.

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Hi – I really enjoyed reading your article on Gilgit Baltistan and really felling proud at the same moment. I actually belongs to Gilgit Baltistan Pakistan.

So someone coming from any other place and liked your region and wrote on it to show the world, that is something I said priceless. Once again thank you for showing the real beauty of the GB to the world.

Impressive! Thanks for sharing this.

Good read. Gilgit is really a GEM to visit

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Tangir and Darel are Most beautiful valleys in Gilgit Baltistan

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Thank you!!

Hi, great guide- I suspect you are going to be instrumental in my next trip. I used so much of your advice when I went to Tajikistan and Kyrgyzstan this year. Thanks so much Gill

Hey Gill, Glad it helped you in TJ & KG, I hope you had an amazing time! Where to next year (I’m guessing PK is on the list ?)? I’ll be getting more guides on UZ and AFG out hopefully in the next couple months.

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Karakorum Expeditions

Gilgit-Baltistan Tour

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Gilgit-Baltistan is one of the most popular landmarks in Pakistan, both among domestic and international tourists.

Situated in the northern most part of Pakistan, it shares border with the Pakistan controlled Kashmir to the south and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa to the west. It borders Afghanistan to the northwest and China to the north.

Comprising 12 administrative districts, Gilgit-Baltistan boasts melodramatic and hypnotizing  panoramas  besides a rich history and culture. The people of Gilgit-Baltistan are very friendly, helpful and hospitable. It is worth mentioning here that Gilgit-Baltistan is the most visited region in Pakistan and is extremely popular among international tourists who mostly flock to the region during summer.

Gilgit-Baltistan is the place where the  three mighty mountains ranges intersect  – the Karakorum, the Himalayas and the Hindu Kush. The region is home to several rivers, including the Indus River. The lush green valleys boast fertile agricultural fields that produce high quality organic crops and fruits. The glacial and spring water running down the mountains and hills give epic views and taste delicious.

Gilgit-Baltistan is home to some of the most famous valleys, such as Hunza Valley and Skardu Valley. Moreover, it embodies a large number of the world’s high mountains, including K2, Nanga Parbat, Broad Peak, Rakaposhi, Gasherbrum I and Gasherbrum II. The good news is that you will get beautiful views of the famous Rakaposhi and Nanga Parbat from the comfort of your vehicle while travelling on the might Karakorum Highway (KKH). Gilgit-Baltistan is famous as “heaven on earth” and “Shangri-La.”

Visit Gilgit-Baltistan with Karakorum Expeditions

We have 12 days itinerary for Gilgit-Baltistan tour that starts with your arrival in Islamabad. You will spend day 1 and 2 exploring Islamabad and the surrounding areas and on day 3, we’ll fly you to Skardu where you will spend 5 days exploring landmarks like Shigar Valley and Sadpara Lake.

We will then drive you along the River Indus to reach Karimabad in the Hunza Valley. You will spend 2 days exploring Hunza Valley and then return to Gilgit where you’ll spend a day and then drive on the KKH via Chilas and Besham to Islamabad.

Karakorum Expeditions will always be with you through your tour, facilitating and pampering you like no other. We will go the extra mile to ensure that you get value for investing your trust in our service. Our dedicated, helpful, friendly and professional staff will always be available to make the your to as smooth and secure as possible.

If you are interesting in the tour to Gilgit-Baltistan,  contact us  now for more details.

What does Package include?

► Government licensed professional guide/leader (pre-requisite for Trek) ► Airport transfers on first and last day from/to Benazir International Airport, Islamabad ► All domestic flights and transfers (according to itinerary) ► All road transport in Pakistan (according to itinerary above) ► All accommodation in Pakistan (hotels and camps) according to itinerary ► All meals in Pakistan (breakfast, lunch and dinner) at hotels and camps ► All trekking requirements on ground (including cook, support staff, porters, gears (excluding personal) etc ► Government trekking permit fees/paperwork for Trek

What does Packages not Include?

► Travel insurance ► Visa to Pakistan (Letter of Invitation and other supporting documents will be offered by us for visa application) ► International flights (return tickets) ► Tips for guides, porters, staff etc ► Miscellaneous (drinks, telephone calls, laundry etc at hotels) ► Souvenirs

Food and Meal Plan

During the Trek, participants will be served all three meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner). The food will include combination of Pakistani and foreign meals made of ingredients bought in Pakistan. Breakfasts will include coffee, tea, cereals, eggs, porridge/muesli, chappatti/bread. During trekking, lunches will be eaten during lunch breaks with options from tinned/canned meals (fish, meat), crackers, pickles, cheese, chapatti, pate etc. Depending on the weather, the lunches start with or sometimes end with soup, coffee or tea, juices etc. Dinner is always eaten in mess tent which is freshly prepared by our cooks travelling with us. During the initial days of trekking, fresh vegetables are also cooked until they remain fresh. Vegetarians must inform our office in advance if they want their entire meals to be vegetarian.

Iodine treated drinking water will be made available in the mornings, during breaks and while camping. Everyone will be drinking spring water when available but at other times, we do not have options other than consuming glacial melt water that might consist of silt. Our kitchen uses a large container for water supply that helps in settling down the silt at the bottom. If you do not like the odor of iodine, you might want to bring your own supply of bi-carbonate of soda. Conventional methods work well for everyone but we keep on experimenting new methods.

Arrival in Islamabad Pakistan and Airport Transfer

All our guests must arrive on day 1 at Benazir International Airport, Islamabad (Pakistan’s capital). Our guide/staff will be waiting for you outside the international arrivals gate in the airport premises who will take you to the hotel. All guests must notify us if they do not need transfers from airport. Guests must also submit their inbound and outbound flight details to our office two days before their arrival in Pakistan. Once you confirm your registration and make payment, more details including names and contacts numbers will be sent to you. Airport transfers will also be provided on the last day.

Accommodation

We arrange stays at standard hotels in Islamabad and our hotel picks in Hunza/Skardu are always one of the best in town. Rooms at our selected hotels will be provided on twin-sharing basis and will have en-suite amenities. During camping days, you will also be sharing a two-person tent. If you are traveling alone, you will be teamed with one of the other participants (of the same sex) for room and tent sharing. However you can get separate hotel rooms and separate tents for additional cost but both require booking in advance. Extended hotel reservations in Islamabad are possible.

A typical Day

On all trekking days, your guide will wake you up for warm tea or coffee followed by a good breakfast inside the mess tent(s). You will have time before breakfast to pack your bags again. Camp will be closed after breakfast and porters will get to work carrying supplies and luggage ahead of guests to arrive at the lunch site and prepare meals. Porters will repeat the same “trek-earlier” approach for dinner preparations. We will generally hike for 3-4 hours before lunch. Lunch normally takes at least one hour so it is a good time to gain your strength back, read, write etc.

Trekking after lunch break in the afternoon will generally be shorter than first half of the day. Once you reach the next camp, camps will either be setup or in the process and kitchen crew would serve a hot beverage first and dinner will be served when its ready. One can rest, socialize, read, write, and photograph etc upon reaching a camp. Temperature normally decreases at night and participants can get cozy in their personal sleeping bags before getting enough sleep for the next day.

Domestic Flights

In order to reach your destination (northern areas), we will be taking a flight which is subject to weather as the valley is surround by mountains and requires high visibility for any flight to operate. Due to the weather factor, no flights are guaranteed to operate. Flights to your destination do operate often but there are always chances for cancellations and in that case we keep road transport as backup and on standby. We cannot take the risk of waiting for another day in Islamabad for another flight for good reasons including complex airline booking system, tourist traffic flow in flights etc. Please beware of other trekking companies offering Trek that might keep you waiting in Islamabad in hopes of flights and end up not completing your long-awaited trek on time.

Karakorum Highway (In case of Flight Cancellation)

We advise all our guests to read foreign travel advices on their respective country’s foreign office websites. Travel advice for EU residents from their home country to your destination country (Pakistan) can be found on the European Commission website. Participants from other countries can look up on relevant websites or search “foreign office travel advice”. Most websites advice against travelling by road in Pakistan and some websites don’t seem updated. Please take note that incase one or both internal flights cancel, we will drive on Karakoram Highway and then via Gilgit-Skardu road to Skardu. This route is available on Google maps

Journey on Karakoram Highway is one of the best experiences in Pakistan for any foreign or domestic tourist, providing views of amazing natural environment and indigenous people throughout the road trip and never has any of our guest openly regretted traveling by KKH. We strongly advise that you contact and gain more information from your travel insurance company regarding road traveling coverage. If your company does not offer full coverage for your trekking holiday, you might look for other companies. For example in UK,  British Mountaineering Council  offers good solutions.

Guide (Leader) and Group Assistance Staff

All participants will be managed by our professional guide for the whole trekking holiday. They will be licensed and recognized from Pakistan’s Ministry of Tourism. Our guide will be the focal person for communication, assistance, help and complaints during the Trek. Our guides have vast experience with foreign clients and can communicate in English. They have been trained to interact with participants in a professional manner and we will appreciate if you keep the relationship friendly and yet professional. If you are a big private group from one country speaking a different language (for example Spanish), we can try rescheduling our guides speaking your language (if available). You will also be accompanied by kitchen crew, assistant(s) depending on the group size and last but not the least, porters.

These tough local porters belong to different villages of the surrounding areas and are mostly small subsistence farmers. They wait for foreign tourists to arrive so that they can earn and compliment to their existing income while their kids look after their small farms. Naturally they are tourist-friendly people who also have fun during trekking by having laughs and dancing to local songs when they get a chance. These porters and their elders have been doing it for decades and watching the porters at work with such energy is another vital offering of this holiday.

Miscellaneous Expenses and Budgeting

For expenses other than your holiday cost, you can carry approximately 240 EUR/250 USD/200 GBP/1700 CNY (or equivalent in your own currency). This can be used for other expenses including tips for porters and supporting staff. You can purchase Pakistani Rupees (PKR) upon arrival at the airport at good rates. US Dollars, Euros and Pound Sterling can quickly be converted into the local currency at the airport.

The porters are paid in Pakistani Rupees, not to mention everything else you may want to purchase in Pakistan. US Dollars will have an advantage of being easily exchanged at even smaller towns but we recommend one-time exchange. Credit cards can come handy for shopping in Islamabad for souvenirs/gift items including rugs. Automated Teller Machines (ATMs) will be available in Islamabad and Skardu but using your debit/credit cards, you will only be able to withdraw Pakistani Rupees from ATMs.

Managing Tips

It is common that our participants at least tip the porters for their hard work carrying participant luggage and supplies. If you feel satisfied with the services of the guide, assistant(s), kitchen crew, you can contribute to the total tip. 95-120 Euros (or equivalent in your currency) would cover this element of the total expenses. The tour leader/guide helps all participants in deciding a tip for all crew members of the Trek. These tips are then handed over as a group in a “thank you” ceremony organized at the conclusion of the trek.

Baggage Allowance

Porters discussed above will be carrying your baggage/luggage apart from supplies, equipments etc. The maximum weight limit for your packed trekking bag is 12.5 kilograms (20 pounds). The load of your sleeping mattress and sleeping bag is included in the maximum limit. Please only bring required items on the trek. It will be possible for you to leave parts of your luggage at the hotel at your particular destination you chose. The maximum limit (12.5 kgs) strictly followed is assigned by the local porters organization. Your baggage allowance will not include equipments for mountaineering that you will bring along for the Trek. We will collect from you the mountaineering equipments at your destination that shall be carried separately by our porters.

All our potential guests are advised to read carefully and know the different elevations mentioned above for each trekking day. This is a strenuous trek at very high altitudes. Although this should not worry you as humans are reasonably gifted to become accustomed to high elevations, we must acclimatize according to our well-planned itinerary.

We are providing you with three lists for the Trek. List 1 and 2 contain items and equipments that you must bring. The third list contains optional items you might need on your trekking holiday. Based on your own judgment you can select things that you might need from the third list.

List 1 – Must Bring Items: ► First Aid Pack (Diamox (Altitude), Dioralite (re-hydration salts), antiseptic cream, blister treatment, throat lozenges, plasters, Imodium (diarrhea treatment), painkillers) ► Hiking Backpack (Day Pack) 32-42 Litres ► Fleece jacket with hood or a warm jumper ► Mittens or gloves ► Gloves (Thermal) ► Headtorch with spare batteries ► Hiking boots ► Sleeping bag (-16°C comfort rated) ► Sandals (sports) or old shoes (to cross rivers) ► Sun protection cream (including total block for nose, lips etc.) ► Sunglasses ► Sunhat ► Thermarest or any similar mat/pad for sleeping ► Warm hat ► Warm jacket (down) ► Water bottles 1litre (x2) ► Waterproof jacket ► Waterproof over-trousers ► Antibacterial hand wash ► Shirts/T-shirts ► Small towel ► Socks ► Spare laces ► Underwear (normal and thermal) ► Trekking poles (highly recommended) ► Wash-bag and toiletries ► Walking socks (2/3 pairs) ► Baselayer – leggings (Thermal) ► Trekking Trousers ► Baselayer thermal shirts (2 long sleeves, 2 short sleeves) ► Mountaineering equipments (See “List 2” below)

List 2 – Mountaineering Equipments: ► Crampons ► Mountaineering boots that must be compatible with your crampons. Minimum Grade B2. ► Ice axe ► Climbing harness ► Karabiner/Carabiner (screwgate type x 2) ► Climbing helmet ► Prusik loops X two (2) – (4 meters of 6 mm cord makes up 2) ► Sling (120 cm)

List 3 – Optional: ► Buff or scarf ► Small padlock (for locking your bag) ► Camera ► Insect repellant ► Pen-knife (important: pack sharp tools in hold luggage) ► Repair kit (e.g. thread, needle, duct tape) ► Liner (for sleeping bag) ► Travel clothes ► Bottle for Pee

Minimum Group Participants and holiday Status

The required number of participant bookings i.e. six (6) registrations are required to conduct the “Fixed departures”. Although we receive several guests for each fixed departure, we feel that it is important to mention it. You can make sure of the trip status on this page. Status “available” means we are registering guests and “guaranteed” means we have crossed the required number of participants and the trip will commence on the given dates. We will constantly be in touch with all our guests who register. We will timely guide you step by step regarding visa applications and flight reservations to Pakistan etc.

Travel Documents & Visa

In order to apply for visas to Pakistan, you generally need a passport expiring later than (6) months. For more reliable and updated information, we suggest you to contact the nearest Pakistani consulate or embassy in your country. We expect that you will take full responsibility for ensuring you have the right travel documents. Normally if you are visiting non-EU countries, you must check for 2 vacant pages in your travel document (passport) for every country you plan to travel.

A tourist visa (visit visa) is required to come to Pakistan for trekking. People on work visas (already in Pakistan/abroad) require a No-Objection Certificate (NOC) which normally takes up to 6 weeks. The requirements and fee for tourist visas to Pakistan is normally around 200 USD but for accurate information you should consult Pakistani consulates nearby. To apply for a tourist visa, you will need a Letter of Invitation from our company and sometimes a duplicate (copy) of the “government trekking permit” for the group, processed by us. We will help you with all necessary documents to obtain the visa once you register with us.

For more information please write us at [email protected]

► Travel insurance ► Visa to Pakistan (Letter of Invitation and other supporting documents will be offered by us for visa application) ► International flights (return tickets) ► Tips for guides, porters, staff etc

► Early Wind-up ► Miscellaneous (drinks, telephone calls, laundry etc at hotels) ► Souvenirs

► Things that is not mentioned above

► Government licensed professional guide/leader (pre-requisite for the Tour) ► Airport transfers on first and last day from/to Islamabad International Airport, Islamabad ► All domestic flights and transfers (according to itinerary) ► All road transport in Pakistan (according to itinerary above) ► All accommodation in Pakistan (hotels and camps) according to itinerary ► All meals in Pakistan (breakfast, lunch and dinner) at hotels ► All tour requirements on ground (including, support staff, (excluding personal) etc ► Government Permits, documentation.

Equipment List We are providing you with three lists for the Trek. List 1 and 2 contain items and equipments that you must bring. The third list contains optional items you might need on your trekking holiday. Based on your own judgment you can select things that you might need from the third list. List 1 – Must Bring Items:

  • First Aid Pack (Diamox (Altitude), Dioralite (re-hydration salts), antiseptic cream, blister treatment, throat lozenges, plasters, Imodium (diarrhea treatment), painkillers)
  • Hiking Backpack (Day Pack) 32-42 Litres
  • Fleece jacket with hood or a warm jumper
  • Mittens or gloves
  • Gloves (Thermal)
  • Headtorch with spare batteries
  • Hiking boots
  • Sleeping bag (-16°C comfort rated)
  • Sandals (sports) or old shoes (to cross rivers)
  • Sun protection cream (including total block for nose, lips etc.)
  • Thermarest or any similar mat/pad for sleeping
  • Warm jacket (down)
  • Water bottles 1 liter (x2)
  • Waterproof jacket
  • Waterproof over-trousers
  • Antibacterial hand wash
  • Shirts/T-shirts
  • Small towel
  • Spare laces
  • Underwear (normal and thermal)
  • Trekking poles (highly recommended)
  • Wash-bag and toiletries
  • Walking socks (2/3 pairs)
  • Baselayer – leggings (Thermal)
  • Trekking Trousers
  • Baselayer thermal shirts (2 long sleeves, 2 short sleeves)
  • Mountaineering equipment (See “List 2” below)

List 2 – Mountaineering Equipments:

  • Mountaineering boots that must be compatible with your crampons. Minimum Grade B2.
  • Climbing harness
  • Karabiner/Carabiner (screwgate type x 2)
  • Climbing helmet
  • Prusik loops X two (2) – (4 meters of 6 mm cord makes up 2)
  • Sling (120 cm)

List 3 – Optional:

  • Buff or scarf
  • Small padlock (for locking your bag)
  • Insect repellant
  • Pen-knife (important: pack sharp tools in hold luggage)
  • Repair kit (e.g. thread, needle, duct tape)
  • Liner (for sleeping bag)
  • Travel clothes
  • Bottle for Pee

Minimum Group Participants and holiday Status The required number of participant bookings i.e. six (6) registrations are required to conduct the “Fixed departures”. Although we receive several guests for each fixed departure, we feel that it is important to mention it. You can make sure of the trip status on this page. Status “available” means we are registering guests and “guaranteed” means we have crossed the required number of participants and the trip will commence on the given dates. We will constantly be in touch with all our guests who register. We will timely guide you step by step regarding visa applications and flight reservations to Pakistan etc. Travel Documents & Visa In order to apply for visas to Pakistan, you generally need a passport expiring later than (6) months. For more reliable and updated information, we suggest you to contact the nearest Pakistani consulate or embassy in your country. We expect that you will take full responsibility for ensuring you have the right travel documents. Normally if you are visiting non-EU countries, you must check for 2 vacant pages in your travel document (passport) for every country you plan to travel. A tourist visa (visit visa) is required to come to Pakistan for trekking. People on work visas (already in Pakistan/abroad) require a No-Objection Certificate (NOC) which normally takes up to 6 weeks. The requirements and fee for tourist visas to Pakistan is normally around 200 USD but for accurate information you should consult Pakistani consulates nearby. To apply for a tourist visa, you will need a Letter of Invitation from our company and sometimes a duplicate (copy) of the “government trekking permit” for the group, processed by us. We will help you with all necessary documents to obtain the visa once you register with us. For more information please write us at [email protected]

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Gilgit-Baltistan is a region in northern Pakistan known for its stunning landscapes and natural beauty. Located in the Himalayas, it offers a wide range of outdoor activities such as trekking, mountaineering, river rafting, cycling, skiing, and many other trip enthusiasms. The region is home to some of the world's highest peaks, including K2, the second highest mountain on Earth. Explore the rich culture, hospitality, breathtaking vistas, and the warm smiles of the locals that make Gilgit-Baltistan an unforgettable destination.

Discover iconic attractions like Shangrila Resort, often called the "Heaven on Earth," with its pristine lakes and lush gardens. Marvel at the majestic Rakaposhi mountain, one of the most beautiful peaks in the Karakoram Range. Explore historic forts that tell tales of ancient civilizations, and traverse the legendary Karakoram Highway (KKH) to reach the breathtaking Khunjerab Pass, a high mountain pass connecting Pakistan to China.

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Gilgit-Baltistan, located in the northern reaches of Pakistan, is an awe-inspiring region renowned for its extraordinary natural beauty and its significance in the realm of sports and outdoor activities. Its majestic landscapes, including the Karakoram Range, the Himalayas, and the Hindu Kush mountains, make it a veritable paradise for nature enthusiasts, trekkers, and mountaineers. Among its many attractions, the region boasts K2, the world's second-highest mountain, drawing climbers from across the globe seeking to conquer its formidable peaks. The Karakoram Highway, often hailed as the "Eighth Wonder of the World," offers access to a plethora of trekking routes, with the Baltoro Glacier trek being particularly famous. In the winter months, the region transforms into a skiing destination, with Naltar Valley and Malam Jabba serving as popular snow-covered slopes. Polo is a beloved sport here, with the annual Shandur Polo Festival being a major draw. Additionally, the region hosts cultural festivals that celebrate its unique traditions and heritage, often featuring traditional sports, music, and dance performances. Gilgit-Baltistan's diverse wildlife, conservation efforts, pristine glaciers, and lakes, as well as opportunities for river rafting and ecotourism, all contribute to its allure as a destination that seamlessly blends adventure, culture, and natural beauty.

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Stargazing: The clear night skies in Gilgit-Baltistan are a stargazer's paradise. Away from urban light pollution, you can witness a breathtaking display of stars and constellations. Many hotels and lodges offer rooftop areas for stargazing.

Campfires and Bonfires: In the cooler evenings, you can enjoy a campfire or bonfire with friends or fellow travelers. Many camping sites and accommodations in the region organize such gatherings.

Local Music and Dance: On special occasions or cultural events, you might have the chance to experience traditional music and dance performances by local artists. These events are a great way to immerse yourself in the culture of the region.

Night Walks: Take a leisurely night walk in the picturesque streets of Gilgit or along the banks of rivers like the Indus or Gilgit River. The serene atmosphere and the sound of flowing water can be quite soothing.

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Gilgit, located in the Gilgit-Baltistan region of Pakistan, experiences a diverse range of weather throughout the year. The city is nestled in the Karakoram mountain range, which contributes to its unique climate. From chilly winters to pleasant summers, Gilgit offers a captivating weather experience for visitors.Regardless of your weather preferences, a visit to Gilgit is bound to captivate you in one form or another.

Gilgit Baltistan in Winter.

Gilgit Baltistan is known for being one of the stunning natural wonders in the country. A significant number of tourists from all over the country visit Gilgit Baltistan over the year. Gilgit Baltistan is home to some of the highest mountainous peaks. If we talk about winter in Gilgit Baltistan the region is filled with snow-capped mountainous giving the valley a spectacular view. Tourists who love to enjoy activities like hiking, trekking, and love to enjoy cold weathers can visit Gilgit Baltistan during the winter season. The best spots to visit during the winter season in Gilgit Baltistan include Nagar valley, Kharmang valley, Naltar valley, and Ghizer valley. Tourists are advised to pack their clothing accordingly as the winter season in Gilgit Baltistan experiences chilly weather with snow. The temperature is expected to range from -20 to -25 degree Celsius.

Gilgit Tours in Summer.

Pakistan is home to a number of tourists destinations and Gilgit Baltistan is one of them. The region provides breathtaking views of snowcapped mountains and number of stunning views to make your trip memorable. The region experience all four types of seasons throughout the year. When it comes to the summer season in Gilgit Baltistan the trees in the whole region are filled with freshly grown local organic fruits. The temperatures are usually higher in summer as compared to the whole year which is why the lakes and waterfalls receive large numbers of locals and tourists coming from all over the country. It is the perfect time to spend your summer vacations however, it must be noted that it is also peak season for tourists which is why the region might have a higher crowd. Tourists can visit Deosai National Park during the summer season in Gilgit Baltistan to enjoy lush green landscapes.

Gilgit in Autumn.

Gilgit Baltistan is a region that offers a range of picturesque spots captivating a large number of tourists. The region can be visited any time of the year however, autumn in Gilgit Baltistan comes with a pleasant weather. The hills in the region are all covered with yellow leaves making the region much more stunning. It wouldn’t be wrong to state that the autumn brings golden hues to the region. The season starts in October and extends till the end of the month. The temperature in Gilgit during the autumn season ranges from 9 degree Celsius to the lowest of 2 degrees Celsius. The season is known for comfortable weather and is best for nature lovers, including people who have a keen interest in photography. Some spots not-to-be-missed during your visit to Gilgit Baltistan include Sadpara Lake, Altit Fort, Hunza Valley, and much more.

Gilgit Tours in Spring.

Gilgit Baltistan is a region that offers a range of picturesque spots captivating a large number of tourists. The region can be visited any time in the year however, spring in Gilgit Baltistan comes with pleasant and vibrant color palette. The hills in the region are all covered with yellow leaves making the region much more stunning. It wouldn’t be wrong to state that spring season brings colors to the region. The season starts in October and extends till the end of the month. The temperature in Gilgit during the spring season ranges from 9 degree Celsius to the lowest of 2 degree Celsius. The season is known for a comfortable weather and best for nature lovers including people who have a keen interest in photography. Some of the spots not-to-be missed during your visit your Gilgit Baltistan include Sadpara lake, Altit Fort, Hunza Valley, and much more.

What are the main Tourist attractions of Gilgit?

Gilgit is renowned in tourists for its unique landscape, evergreen forests, cold deserts, snowcapped mountains, and great culture.

What is the best time to visit Gilgit?

If you are fond of nature, you should visit Gilgit in April-September duration. At this time you will find cherry blossoms blooming and so much natural beauty.

What is the average cost of a trip to Gilgit?

You can have a 4-5 days perfect tour to Gilgit in RS. 28000-32000.

Is it safe to travel to Gilgit?

Gilgit is one of the safest areas of Pakistan but you are still prohibited to visit some of its parts, especially near LOC.

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Yes, there are many flights daily from all over Pakistan to Gilgit in which you can travel quickly and safely.

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"Explore The Ancient Gilgit Baltistan region"

GILGIT BALTISTAN TOUR

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Gilgit Baltistan  Tour Pakistan 2024-225.

On this  gilgit baltistan tour , you will visit the ancient gilgit baltistan region of pakistan, bordering the xinjiang province of china and the kargil ladakh area of india. our  gilgit baltistan tour offers a unique opportunity to explore the hidden valleys of the gilgit baltistan region, meet the local people, and learn about their culture and traditions. during the gilgit baltistan tour, you will also travel on the ancient silk route, the modern karakoram highway, travelled by merchants, warriors, and religious monks and explored for many centuries., tour highlights.

  • Gilgit Baltistan Tour includes a visit to Gilgit, Hunza, Skardu, Khaplu, and Deosai
  • Drive on the famous Karakoram Highway, Pakistan
  • Sneaky view of  Nanga Parbat  (8,126 m) from Karakoram Highway
  • Explore Gilgit city
  • See medieval Altit and UNESCO-listed Baltit Fort
  • Visit Skardu, the getaway to K2 (8,611 meters)
  • Discover Chaqchan Mosque and Khaplu fort in Khapulu
  • Experience the Deosai Plain and Astore Valley.

Tour Overview

Gilgit Baltistan is home to some of the most magnificent mountain valleys, the Karakoram highway, the highest paved road, ancient forts, glaciers and mountain ranges on the planet. The main mountain ranges are the western Himalayas and the Karakoram. The Hindu Kush mountains are to the west, and the Pamir lies to the north. The Gilgit Baltistan tour  itinerary is designed to explore the mountain ranges, see the medieval Unesco-listed forts and discover the vast diversity of Gilgit Baltistan.  

For many years  Trango Adventure  has been offering Gilgit Baltistan tours as a group, couple, and family holiday for travel enthusiasts from all corners of the world. Trango Adventure has thoughtfully created a 12-14 days long  Gilgit Baltistan tour itinerary  that will allow you to explore the entire Gilgit Baltistan region. This tour can also be tailor-made to meet your requirements and travel aspirations. It is an example travel itinerary to give you an idea of what we can offer.

Our  Gilgit Baltistan Tour  starts from Islamabad. Islamabad is the green and purpose-built capital city of  Pakistan . It is the nearest Internationale airport to arrive to begin the Gilgit Baltistan tour . Our representative will meet and greet you at  Islamabad International Airport and then transfer you to the group hotel in Islamabad.

Your guide will meet you in the evening over dinner to give you a detailed briefing about the  Gilgit Baltistan Tour . The following day, you will travel to Naran through some ancient towns such as Taxila, Hasan Abdal, Haripur, and Abbottabad.

Night stay in Naran Town in the lush green Naran & Kaghan Valley. Naran is very popular among domestic tourists because of its cool climate, greenery and rivers. After spending the night in Naran, you will travel along the Naran River before cutting through the heart of the rugged Kaghan Valley to Babussar Pass (4,067m). Babussar is a high altitude Pass that only remains open in the summer. The colourful array of mountain flowers in the Kaghan Valley provides a scenic backdrop on this alternate route to Chilas.

Chilas appears to be an ‘oasis in a desert with a unique charm. Here you will have a magnificent view of the highest Mountain ranges on earth: the Karakoram in the north, the Himalayas in the east, and the Hindu Kush in the west. Chilas is the getaway to fairy meadows and  Nanga Parbat   (8,126 meters). In Chilas, you will rejoin the Karakoram Highway  and travel to Gilgit with the view of  Nanga Parbat  in the background.

Gilgit is the administrative capital city of  the Gilgit Baltistan  region. It is also a getaway to China. You will spend one night in  Gilgit,  then continue your journey to Karimabad. Karimabad lies along the Karakoram Highway above a hill. It is the capital of the modern  Hunza Valley .  Hunza Valley’s  natural splendour and position on the central Asian silk route has attracted travellers, merchants, and mountaineers for many centuries. Beyond its iconic glaciers, fertile apricot farms, and turquoise lakes, this region is rich in cultural heritage.

Explore the local Bazar in Karimabad and visit the UNESCO-listed 700-year-old Baltit and Altit forts. The historical Baltit Fort stands on an artificially flattened spur below the Ulter Glacier. Located on a commanding view of the Hunza Valley and its region, its inhabitants controlled the seasonal trans-Karakuram trade between South and Central Asia. The Baltit Fort is rectangular with 3 floors and stands on a high stone, whilst the ground floor consists mainly of storage chambers and the first floor is oriented around as an open hall.

After exploring the ancient  Hunza valley , you will travel towards  Skardu  to continue your  Gilgit Baltistan Tour  in the Baltistan region.  Skardu is the administrative capital of the Baltistan region, located at the elevation of 2,500 metres above sea level, along the bank of the Indus River, which separates the Karakoram Range from the Himalayas.

Skardu  is also the getaway to world-famous peaks,  K2 ,  Broad Peak ,  Gasherbrum I ,  Gasherbrum II ,  Masherbrum ,  Spantik ,  Hispar Glacier ,  Trango Towers ,  Baltoro Glacier,  and  Concordia . In  Skardu,  you will explore the local Bazar, visit the Buda rock, walk to Kharpocho Fort, and experience an ancient style  Polo match .

After Spending Two nights in Skardu, you will travel to Khaplulu by following the famous Indus and then the Shyok River to arrive in Khaplu. Khaplu is one of the largest and most beautiful Balti towns in Baltistan, which lies along the Shyok River. The inhabitants in Khaplu and Skardu speak the Balti language, which is similar to the Tibetan language. Before the partition of India and Pakistan in 1947, Baltistan was part of Tibet and Kargil Ladakh. The architecture, local tradition, food and culture is similar to Tibet.

In Khapulu, you will explore the local Bazar and visit the historical Chaqchan Mosque. Chaqchan mosque was built in 1370, one of the oldest in the Gilgit Baltistan region, and dates from the time when the inhabitants of this region converted from Buddhism to Islam. The architecture of Chaqchan mosque is a perfect blend of Tibetan, Mughal and Persian styles. This construction style is one of the oldest, known for making a weatherproof structure, and it is also suitable for harsh winter conditions.

You will be staying at the ex-residency of the local Royal family. The ex-royal palace has recently turned into a hotel and museum operated by the Serena chain of hotels.

After visiting Khaplu, you will head back to  Skardu via Shigar Valley. You will have lunch in Shigar Fort (Serena Hotel) then drive back to Skardu for the night stay.

The following morning you will continue your Gilgit Baltistan Tour  towards Astore via Deosai Plain. Deosai is the second-highest Plateau and home to the Himalayan brown bears. Night stay in Astore. 

Wake up to a spectacular sunrise view over the Karakoram mountains, have your breakfast and continue your journey back to Islamabad. Night stay in Islamabad, and the next day you will be transferred to Islamabad airport for your flight back home.

We strongly believe that the majestic mountain valleys, the ancient culture, the friendly people of Gilgit Baltistan, and our four-decade experience will make your “Gilgit Baltistan Tour” a once-in-a-lifetime experience that will stay with you for a long time.

Watch our two videos about this tour on YouTube. Booth Videos are from July and August.

Gilgit-Baltistan tour, on Trango Adventure’s YouTube channel .

Gilgit-Baltistan tour, on YouTube .

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Brief Tour Itinerary :

Arrival day in islamabad, pakistan, islamabad to naran/chilas (461 km) 8 hours, naran to gilgit, (134 km) 6 hours, gilgit to karimabad (102 km) 3 hours, karimabad (2,440 meters), karimabad to khunjerab pass (4,880m) 3-4 hours, hunza to skardu, (286 km) 7 hours drive, skardu (2,230 m), skardu to khaplu, (103 km) 2-3 hours, khaplu (2,600 m), khaplu to skardu via shigar 2-3 hours, skardu to astore (265 km) 7 hours, astore to islamabad (461 km) 9 hours, departure day-fly back home, additional information, map & itinerary of gilgit baltistan tour.

INTRODUCTION

Trango Adventure has a long track record of organising the Gilgit Baltistan tour in Pakistan. We have been offering  Gilgit Baltistan tours for many years. We designed our itinerary based on Over 40 years of experience, which is the best in terms of acclimatisation, safety, and enjoyment.

We intend to keep to the day-by-day itinerary detailed below, although there might be some flexibility due to local conditions, weather, or other factors beyond our control. If this is the case then your tour guide will do everything possible to work out the changes to the itinerary to minimise your inconvenience.

Adventure travel & Tours requires an open and flexible attitude. You may experience extreme conditions, unpredictable weather, and last-minute changes to the itinerary beyond our control. The ability to work in a team is an important aspect of all of our adventure holidays in Pakistan .

Detailed Tour Itinerary

  • ACCOMMODATION

ISLAMABAD TO NARAN/CHILAS (461 km) 8 HOURS DRIVE

Night stay in Naran, enjoy a good night’s sleep as the temperature here will be much cooler compared to Islamabad.

  • Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

NARAN TO GILGIT, (134 km) 6 HOURS DRIVE

You will arrive in Gilgit early in the afternoon, the rest of the afternoon is to explore the city. Gilgit is the capital and the biggest city of the Gilgit Baltistan region of Pakistan.

  • Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

GILGIT TO KARIMABAD (102 km) 3 HOURS DRIVE

Later in the afternoon, you will travel to a place called Eagle Nest which provides a magnificent bird view of Hunza Valley. You have the option to have your dinner there so, you can enjoy a breathtaking sunset view over the Rakaposhi mountain.

KARIMABAD TO KHUNJERAB PASS (4,880 meters) 3 HOURS DRIVE

After visiting the pass, we will return to Passu for the night stay.

HUNZA TO SKARDU (286 km) 7 HOURS DRIVE

Night stay in  Skardu .

SKARDU (2,230 meters)

After breakfast, you will take a half-hour drive to Sadpara Lake to enjoy the breathtaking scenery of this natural, crystal-clear water lake surrounded by the pillars of The Karakoram mountains. Sadpara Lake is the main source of drinking water for the whole of Skardu town.

After visiting Sadpara Lake, you will explore the historical  Manthal Buddha Rock . A large picture of Buddha was engraved on a big granite rock in the 8th century. This is the evidence of Buddhism in the area before the arrival of Islam in the 17th century.

You will have lunch at the famous upper Kachura Lake then visit the lower Kachura Lake before driving back to your hotel. Dinner will be served in your hotel restaurant.

SKARDU TO KHAPLU, (103 km) 2-3 HOURS DRIVE

Khaplu (2,600 meters), khaplu to skardu via shigar 2-3 hours drive, skardu to astore (265 km) 7 hours drive, astore to islamabad (461 km) 9 hours drive.

Drive on Astore Road along the Astore River to the junction point of Karakoram Highway. Cross the bridge and turn left to join the famous Karakoram highway for a short while, then turn left to take Naran Road towards Naran. Naran Road will take you through Babusar Pass and Naran Valley to Mansehra.

You will rejoin the Karakoram Highway in Mansehra and continue your journey to Islamabad via some culturally rich and historical towns of Abbottabad, Hasan Abdal, and Taxila. Taxila is an important archaeological site of ancient India, situated about 32 km north-west of Islamabad. The origin of Taxila as a city goes back to c.1000 BCE. Some ruins at Taxila date to the time of the Achaemenid Empire in the 6th century BCE. 

You will arrive in Islamabad late in the afternoon. Dinner will be served in your hotel restaurant, make sure to treat yourself with traditional Pakistani cuisine to celebrate the last evening of your Gilgit Baltistan tour in Pakistan.

Gilgit Baltistan Tour cost and dates

The tour starts and finishes in islamabad., introduction.

Gilgit Baltistan Tour prices are for (individuals) per person, based on two people sharing a twin or double room. Single supplements are available upon request at a small additional cost. We have a great range of couples, family, and group discounts available, so contact us before booking. Gilgit Baltistan tour  prices are for the itinerary starting and finishing in Islamabad.

This is a suggested itinerary. Our experts have all lived and travelled widely in this region and will be happy to tailor any of our travel itineraries to suit your tastes or build a trip from scratch.

International flights from most international cities arrive in Islamabad in the morning, and return flights will depart from  Islamabad International Airport  on the last day of the itinerary.

Please remember there are often only a limited number of places available at the advertised price. We recommend securing your place as early as possible, especially during peak times. If we are unable to provide a place at the advertised price, we will contact you with an alternate quote.

BOOK WITH CONFIDENCE — NO SURCHARGE GUARANTEE:

The price of the “ Gilgit Baltistan Tour” can change depending on a variety of factors but unlike some other tour operators,  Trango Adventure  has undertaken to  guarantee  the price of your holiday will not change after you have booked. 

The price of the “Gilgit Baltistan Tour” can change depending on a variety of factors but, unlike some other tour operators,  Trango Adventure  has undertaken to  guarantee  the price of your holiday will not change after you have booked. The advertised price at the booking time is the price you will pay, whether you are looking for this year or the next. Book early to avoid any tour price increases, and take advantage of our  ‘No Surcharge Guarantee.”  Trango Adventure is a  Government-licensed  and bonded  tour operator that follows the strict regulations set by the Tourism Department of Pakistan.

We accept cash on arrival, Bank Transfers, PayPal, and all major credit & debit cards.

Gilgit baltistan tour information 2024., what’s in cluded in the tour.

  • 13 nights of three and four-star hotel accommodation
  • 14 breakfasts, 13 lunches, and 13 dinners
  • Private vehicles, normally a jeep/saloon car, Land cruisers
  • Private guided transfers to and from Islamabad airport
  • Professional English Speaking Culture Guide. (Government requirement)
  • Driver/guide’s expenses
  • All land transport involved in the itinerary
  • All road passes, parking fees, etc.

WHAT’S NOT IN CLUDED IN THE TOUR

  • Travel Insurance
  • Pakistan Visa Fee
  • Tips for local guides and support staff
  • Guided Islamabad sightseeing
  • Miscellaneous expenses
  • souvenirs etc.

Fully inclusive of all meals throughout, from lunch on Day 1 to breakfast on Day 14.

ACCOMMO DATION

During the Gilgit Baltistan tour , the group will spend all night in a good international tourist standard hotel. Accommodation at each of those hotels is twin-sharing with en-suite facilities. If you are traveling by yourself you will be paired with another single client of the same sex. It is possible to hire a single room for an additional cost. Additional hotel nights in Islamabad are also available. For hotel prices and surcharge costs please see the dates and costs page of the trip on our website. Hotels are subject to availability and costs may vary.

INTERNAL FLIGHTS

Skardu fl ights.

Skardu is a weather-dependent airport. Since the valley is surrounded by high mountains, planes can only land here in good visibility and this means flights to and from Skardu are never guaranteed. Luckily, the weather in Pakistan is usually pleasant and planes do fly to Skardu very often. Should the flight be cancelled, the journey will be taken by road to Naran and then to Skardu.

HEALTH & VACCINATION

You should contact your doctor or travel clinic to check whether you specifically require any vaccinations or other preventive measures. You should be up to date with all the routine courses and boosters as recommended in the United Kingdom, United States and other developed countries, (diphtheria-tetanus-polio and measles-mumps-rubella), along with hepatitis A and typhoid. Malarial prophylaxis is discretionary for this trip. Malaria exists in the area around Islamabad and Rawalpindi. Incidences of urban transmission of malaria diseases are very low. In Gilgit Baltistan and the mountain valleys, there is no malaria risk.

It is recommended to have a dentist check-up in more remote areas in Pakistan. One of the good online resources is Travel Health Pro. Dengue fever is present around Islamabad, it is a tropical viral illness spread by daytime biting from mosquitoes. At the moment there are no vaccines or prophylaxis available and therefore the best form of prevention is to avoid being bitten by mosquitoes during the daytime. Keep a mosquito spray or a cream with you all the time as a precaution.

We recommend you take precautions to avoid mosquito bites

We highly recommend that you have adequate travel insurance for your Gilgit Baltistan tour with Trango Adventure Pakistan. We recognize the complexity and variety of choices in the insurance market and know that many of you either have your preferred insurer or have an annual multi-trip cover in place already. If this is the case, please ensure that your insurer is aware of your Trango Adventure itinerary and can agree to cover the activities being undertaken. Trango Adventure does not provide any advice on travel insurance, although it is highly recommended that you have travel insurance which covers the activities which you are likely to be undertaking on your holiday.

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Expeditions or treks.

  • HCC Medical Insurance Services LLC    Tel, 001-800 605 2282
  • Travelex Insurance Services    Tel, 001-800 228 9792
  • Snowcard    Tel, 0044 (0)1295 660836
  • The B.M.C.    Tel, +44 (0)161 445 6111
  • Dogtag   Tel, 0800 036 4824 (UK residents only)
  • World Nomads   (up to 6,000 meters)
  • Insure for Less    (Australian citizens only)
  • True Traveller Insurance  Tel, 0333 999 3140 for trekking holidays including over 4, 500 meters
  • Austrian Alpine Club (UK) Tel, 00 44 (0) 1929 556870

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  • Campbell Irvine    Tel: 00 44 (0) 207 938 1737
  • J S Insurance   Tel: 00 44 (0) 844 848 1500
  • Rothwell & Towler    Tel, +44 (0) 845 908 0161

TOUR GUIDE & S UPPORTING STAFF

The Gilgit Baltistan tour will be led by an experienced Mountain/Culture Guide. During the tour, the group will be accompanied by a full support crew.

The Gilgit Baltistan tour involves going to high altitudes. During your trip, you will be above 2,200 meters for 1-2 days. This is not something that you should worry about; the human body is quite capable of adapting to a very wide range of altitudes, but we must follow some simple rules to acclimatise successfully. Before joining the Gilgit Baltistan tour, you should get some basic advice on tours at high altitudes.

From mid-June to August, we can expect to encounter temperatures as high as 38°C at Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Chilas, and 30°C in The Gilgit Baltistan region. Weather is usually good in Gilgit Baltistan throughout the spring, summer and autumn, with blue skies. However, weather in these mountain valleys is difficult to predict, and short-lived storms can occur at any time.

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PASSPORT & VISAS

A passport with 6 months remaining validity at the end of your stay in Pakistan is generally required. The information that we provide is for the nationals of the United Kingdom. Please check the website of the Pakistan embassy in your home country for more information. Please remember that It is your responsibility to ensure that you have the correct travel documents and visas for your Pakistan holiday. Charges and visa requirements often change without notice, so it is highly recommended to check for the latest updates.

PAKISTAN  VISA

All nationalities require a visa. The visa fee is approximately £60 and you must apply for it before departure. To obtain a visa for Pakistan you will require a letter of introduction from an approved agency which will be provided by Trango Adventure . Visa applications can be made in person OR online.

EQUIPMENT LIST

As a general rule, you should always try to keep the weight of your equipment to a minimum.

We will send you a detailed list of items closer to your Holiday departure.

Email at [email protected]  if you need more information regarding the “ Gilgit Baltistan Tour”.

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9 days 8 night.

Hunza | Skardu | Khaplu

Do you know Gilgit Baltistan consists of magnificent glaciers? & these glaciers are responsible to feed rivers (River Indus) that account for 75% of the total stored water supply in Pakistan!

Gilgit Baltistan is known as the home of the highest peaks of the world including the K2. This beautiful landscape is famous for high mountains, glaciers, lakes, and valleys. Not just the mountains here, Gilgit Baltistan holds an interesting and unique culture, history, landmark, and background of people there.

The cold freshwater of lakes, the appealing sound, and feel of waterfalls, the barren land and large dunes of deserts, and the ancient architectural forts are waiting to make this tour an exciting and memorable one.

On this trip our lovely customers are going to visit the following attractions; Katpana Desert, Katpanah Lake, Shigar River, Shigar Fort,  Sarfranga Desert, Kharpocho Fort, Mantokha Waterfalls, Chaqchan Mosque, Khaplu Palace, Shayok River, Deosai Plains, Buddha Rock, Satpara Lake, Deosai Top, Kala Pani, Bara Pani, Sheosar Lake, Kachura (Shangrila Lake), 3 Mountains Junction, Rakaposhi View Point, Attabad Lake, Hussaini Suspension Bridge, Passu Cones, Sost Bazar, Khunjrab Top (China Border), Baltit Fort, Altit Fort, Duiker Village, Eagle Nest View Point, Satrangi Lake, Blue Lake, Bashkiri Lake

Dream Vista is providing Gilgit Baltistan Tour of 9 days and 8 nights trip to revitalize all tired souls. From the comfortable mode of traveling by air to the luxurious hotel to stay in, everything in this trip is so perfect and well-executed.

So, don’t waste the precious time, register as soon as possible to enjoy the serenity and tranquillity of spring at the most beautiful destinations of Pakistan.

To know more about the attractions in this trip kindly read our travel blog post on the following links.

Skardu – The Most Beautiful Valley of Pakistan  

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CAROUSEL IMAGE OF GILGIT BALTISTAN TOUR BY AIR (DEOSAI)

Group Tour Package:      PKR 72,500 per Person

No of Persons:                  12 (Min)

Duration:                             9 Days 8 Nights

Accommodation:             3* Luxury Hotel stay (2 persons sharing)

                                                4 Nights in Skardu

                                                4 Nights in Hunza

Food:                                    Breakfast and Dinner

Transportation:                 2 Prado for 9 Days with Driver (Fuel & Toll included)

Air Tickets:                          Not Included (ISB-KDU-GIL-ISB)

Jeep Safari:                         Included – Jeeps ride to Deosai and Naltar

Valid Till:                            28 Feb 2023

Children:                              Infant (Free), Child (2 yrs to 8 yrs) 50% Off

Family Tour Package:     PKR 77,500 per Person

No of Persons:                  4 (Min)

Food:                                    Breakfast only

Transportation:                 Prado for 9 Days with Driver (Fuel & Toll included)

Honeymoon Package:   PKR 87,500 per Person

No of Persons:                  2 (Min)

Accommodation:             3* Luxury Hotel stay

Transportation:                 Prado Old Model for 9 Days with Driver (Fuel & Toll included)

Gilgit Baltistan Tour from Karachi

Guests from Karachi can avail above trip from

(Option 1) Direct Flight to Skardu

(Option 2) Islamabad via below options and tickets can be arranged on request.

Gilgit Baltistan Tourist Places

Katpana Desert

Katpanah Lake

Shigar River

Shigar Fort    

Sarfranga Desert

Kharpocho Fort

Mantokha Waterfalls

Chaqchan Mosque

Khaplu Palace

Shayok River

Deosai Plains

Buddha Rock

Satpara Lake

Sheosar Lake

Shangrila Lake

3 Mountains Junction

Rakaposhi View 

Attabad Lake

Hussaini Suspension

Passu Cones

Khunjrab Top

Baltit Fort

Duiker Village

Eagle Nest View Point

Satrangi Lake

Bashkiri Lake

  • Hotel Accommodation (2 Persons sharing)
  • Transport – Prado for 9 Days
  • Food – Breakfast
  • Fuel and Toll Taxes
  • Basic First Aid Kit

Not Included

  • Flight Tickets (ISB-KDU-GIL-ISB)
  • Personal trekking equipment
  • Personal Clothing
  • Extras at hotels like hot / soft drinks, laundry, phone calls
  • Insurance liability, medical aid and helicopter rescue coverage

Gilgit Baltistan Tour by Air Itinerary

(7 am) Trip Starts from Karachi/Islamabad towards Skardu (2/1 hrs flight) - Transfer to hotel, refresh and - Visit Katpana Desert, Katpanah Lake, Shigar River, Shigar Fort and Sarfranga Desert - Dinner and Night Stay in Skardu

(7 am) Breakfast and move towards Mantokha Waterfalls (1 hr 15 mins – 53 KM) - Depart to Khaplu (2 hrs 6 min – 78KM) - Visit Chaqchan Mosque, Khaplu Palace, Shayok River - Dinner and Night Stay in Skardu

(7 am) Breakfast and move towards Deosai Plains (2 hrs – 73 KM) - Short stay at Buddha Rock, Visit Satpara Lake, Deosai Top, Kala Pani, Bara Pani, Sheosar Lake - Dinner and Night Stay in Skardu

(7 am) Breakfast and explore Skardu City - Visit Kharpocho Fort - Short Stay at Upper Kachura and then Lower Kachura Lake (Shangrila Lake) - Dinner and Night Stay in Skardu

(7 am) Breakfast and Depart to Hunza (5 hrs 30 mins - 271 KM) - Short Stay at Rakaposhi view point - Dinner and Night Stay at Attabad Lake

Day 6 (7 am) Breakfast and move towards Khunrab Pass (China Border) (4 hrs – 198 KM) - Short Stay at Attabad Lake, Gulmit, Hussaini Suspension Bridge, Passu Cones, Sost Bazar, Khunjrab Top (China Border) - Dinner and Night Stay at Attabad Lake

(7 am) Breakfast and Explore Karimabad – Hunza Nagar - Visit Baltit Fort, Altit Fort, Duiker Village, Eagle Nest View Point - Dinner and Night Stay in Karimabad

(7 am) Breakfast and move towards Naltar Valley (2 hr 42 mins – 103 KM) - Explore the beautiful Naltar Lakes (Satrangi Lake, Blue Lake, Bashkiri Lake) - Dinner and Night Stay in Gilgit

(7 am) Breakfast and move to Gilgit Airport for Islamabad (1hr flight) (2 pm) Reached Islamabad airport (7 pm) Take Karachi bound flight (9 pm) Reached Karachi

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Gilgit Baltistan also known as the northern area of Pakistan is home to one of the world’s most hospitable communities and beautiful landscapes.   Situated in the north of Pakistan bordering China, India, and Afghanistan, Gilgit Baltistan is home to the five-eight thousand-meter peaks of the world. The mountainous landscape of Gilgit Baltistan is not less than a heaven for adventurers and explorers around the world. Gilgit Baltistan tour provides visitors the best opportunity to experience the amazing landscape, culture, and hospitable people of the region. Gilgit Baltistan tour also provides the opportunity to experience high rising peaks, huge glaciers, zigzagging mountain roads, alpine lakes, and mighty rivers. One of the peculiarities of Gilgit Baltistan tours is the great old silk route aka Karakoram highway and the historical buildings mostly ancient places and mosques. In sum, Gilgit Baltistan tour offers the tourist to visit the melodramatic vistas of nature except for the rich culture and traditions.

On the Gilgit Baltistan tour, one has the ample opportunity to explore different valleys of Gilgit Baltistan. Each valley has its own history, culture, and landscape. The most famous among the valleys are Hunza, Skardu (also known as the Baltistan region).  And the best part of it is that you can view Nanga Parbat and Rakaposhi from the seat of your vehicle both peaks lie on the Karakoram highway.

Gilgit Baltistan tour with Chogori Adventure

We have (12 days,10 days, and 7 days) Gilgit Baltistan tour package, customizable according to the needs of our clients. We will kick off our Gilgit Baltistan tour from Islamabad and visit all distinguish landmarks of the region and will conclude back in Islamabad. We have a proven track record as the best tour company in Gilgit Baltistan. Our tour planners, guides, vehicles, and partner hotels know the best about the norms and values of our company and never lag behind your expectations.

Gilgit Baltistan tour in Different seasons

Gilgit Baltistan has been a hub of tourists for the last few decades, there is no parallel beauty of the region on the earth. There are four tourist seasons in the region. In summer it is mostly green and the rivers and streams are full of ice water as well the weather is better as compare to other seasons. If you are looking for a good summer Gilgit Baltistan tour the best time is to visit from the end of May to the end of August. In summer the weather will be mostly moderate with cold in special regions like Khunjrab and Deosai. Spring has another season for tourists to take on the Gilgit Baltistan tour, the blossom attracts thousands of visitors each year. The famous apricot and cherry blossom start from the end of the march to the mid of May. During the Spring season, the weather is pleasant with some degree of cold at night.

Gilgit Baltistan autumn tour is specially designed for tourists who love to see the colors of autumn and photographers. Tourists flock to the region in autumn as well. It is said that “Autumn is another spring in Gilgit Baltistan”. The weather will be mostly dry and the cold breeze run in the autumn season but the views are not less beautiful than the springtime. The colorful leaf of the trees turns into flowers during autumn, Autumn is the best season to undertake Gilgit Baltistan tour for Photographic enthusiast. The best time for an autumn Gilgit Baltistan tour is from the end of August to mid-November. Winters are mostly freezing in Gilgit Baltistan, the will be snow everywhere, many valleys will be cut off from the civilization due to the heavy snowfall but most of the valleys are still accessible during winters. The temperature may drop to below -15 degrees in the upper regions. There are plenty of destinations to visit during winters and enjoy snowfall. The best time to on a winter tour of Gilgit Baltistan is from the start of December to the end of February.

Gilgit Baltistan Tour Packages

We undertake all kinds of tours in Gilgit Baltistan. Whether it is a solo, group, family, corporate, or shooting tour. Except for our standard Gilgit Baltistan tour package, we also customize the Gilgit Baltistan tour for our clients.

We offer the following tour packages for Gilgit Baltistan:

  • Honeymoon Tour Package to Gilgit Baltistan
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  • Corporate Tour Package to Gilgit Baltistan
  • Family Tour Package to Gilgit Baltistan

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Embark on a mesmerizing journey through the picturesque landscapes of Gilgit Baltistan with our specially curated Gilgit Baltistan Autumn Tour at Hunza Explorers. From mid-September to mid-November, the region transforms into a captivating canvas, showcasing the magical allure of fall foliage.

Autumn in Gilgit Baltistan is a spectacle of gold, adorned with hues of yellow, gold, and orange that paint the surroundings in breathtaking colors. Experience misty mornings, tranquil nights, and gardens carpeted in red, accompanied by the gentle rustle of fallen leaves, creating an enchanting atmosphere throughout the area.

While Gilgit Baltistan is renowned for its stunning landscapes, the districts of Hunza , Nagar, Gilgit, Ghizar, Hushe, Shigar, and Khaplu stand out as the best holiday destinations, particularly during the vibrant autumn season. Each district offers a unique and unforgettable experience, providing a perfect backdrop for creating cherished memories.

In Gilgit Baltistan, where every season unveils its distinct beauty, autumn stands out with its golden brilliance. Join us on the Gilgit Baltistan Autumn Tour and witness the region’s transformation into a golden haven, a truly unique and mesmerizing spectacle that will leave you with memories to last a lifetime.

  • 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

Included/Excluded

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

Day 01: Islamabad

Arrival in Islamabad, our guide and driver will meet you at the international/domestic arrival of Islamabad international airport, or at your location, after meeting and greetings by our 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 fall foliage 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 world UNESCO heritage sites, arrive in Islamabad and explore the bazars!

Day 16: Fly to destination

Dpending on the flight time, if it is 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 for exploring 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!

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Frequently asked questions, which is the best month to see autumn in gilgit-baltistan.

Autumn starts in Gilgit-Baltistan from mid-September and ends in mid-November, the best time to see the full autumn color is from 2nd week of October to the 1st week of September.

What is the temperature of Gilgit-Baltistan in fall season?

Most of the days are sunny during fall season in Gilgit-Baltistan, temperature during the day is around 10 ˚C and night it is around 5 t0 8 ˚C.

What kinds of cloths to carry?

Warms cloths are recommened. Please bring your warm jacket, socks, sweater, shoes, gloves.

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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Rozefs Tourism offers tour to Gilgit Baltistan or the Gilgit city which is the capital city of Gilgit Baltistan, Pakistan. The city is located in a wide valley on the silk road, along with the Gilgit River and Hunza River. Buddhism was spread from South Asia to the rest of Asia from here.

The city is one of the prime tourist attraction points, its important hub for trekking and mountaineering expeditions in the Karakoram Mountains.

There are many hotels in Gilgit available for you, however, we can have a stay at the following hotels in Hunza valley for the rest of your tour:

  • Hotel in Nagar Valley – The Land of Rakaposhi – Rakaposhi view
  • Hotel in Ghulmit – Amazing view of Rakaposhi
  • Hunza Valley Hotel – Amazing view of Rakaposhi
  • Attabad Lake Hotel – Nice view of the Lake
  • Passu Cones Hotel – View of Passu cones
  • Hotel in Sost – The last town of Pakistan with amazing scenery. 

Price Includes

  • Hotel Accommodation / Camping
  • All Tolls & Taxes
  • All transportation in destination location with Fuel
  • Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Price Excludes

  • Any Private Expenses
  • On Order Services

Complementaries

  • Warm Clothes
  • Snacks & Drink

What to Expect

As the Travel from Islamabad to Gilgit City takes around 10 to 12 hours by road. So, we will be taking a stay at beautiful Lush Green Naran Valley. You can roam around in the Naran Bazar, do the Shopping and also you can go for a hike for a good view of the Naran Mountains. The next day, we will continue to journey to Gilgit city via Babusar pass, which is open in summer (April-Oct). Babusar is an amazing tourist attraction point ( elevation 13,690 ft). After that, it will take around 3:30 hours to enter Gilgit city. Where, we will be staying at the hotel, enjoy traditional meals and music. 

  • Stay at Naran Valley
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  • Lulu Sar Lake - Short stop
  • Babusar Pass - Short stop
  • Stay at Gilgit City - Short stop

Gilgit Baltistan Tour Itinerary

Day 1 departure from islamabad.

We’ll pick you up according to the decision point in Islamabad a “Welcome to Pakistan” meeting. We’ll straight away leave for Naran and Kaghan Valleys. Also, we will be taking short breaks from time to time at good spots to enjoy the view of beautiful valleys. We will have an overnight stay in Naran. 

Stay and Visit Naran & Kaghan

Enjoy the stay and lush green Naran & Kaghan Vally. You can roam around and do the shopping at the Naran Bazar. Moreover, if you want to hike and enjoy the best view of the valley, its also possible. 

However, it is open only in summer, so if your tour is in summer (April-Oct) then we’ll use Naran route if we’re traveling via car. Otherwise, we’ll be using the Besham route with KKH (Karakoram Highway). 

Day 2 Visit Babusar Top

Babusar Top is a marvelous tourist attraction point, with 4,170m height above sea level. However, it is open only in summer, so if your tour is in summer (April-Oct) then we’ll use the Babusar route if we’re traveling via car. 

Stay at Gilgit City

By this time is would be night, so we’ll be having dinner and stay at one of our hotels in Gilgit City. 

Day 3 Roam in Gilgit

Next day after the breakfast, we will be having a free day to roam in the Gilgit City. 

Day 4 Return in Islamabad

The next day, after breakfast in Gilgit city, we will be getting back to Islamabad. 

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Mountaineering.

Stretching over about 400 Kilometers/250 miles Karakoram, The Black Mountains lie in Baltistan, a remote region of Gilgit,Baltistan of Pakistan, bordering Tibet and India, present a wealth of opportunities for real adventure travel. Though best known for the world second highest peak

Trekking in Pakistan

Road access in the Gilgit-Baltistan of Pakistan is very good these days. So, instead of walking from village to village, most of the time you will start your trek near the last villages, sometimes a day walk or less from the snout of a glacier and just a matter of days from the base camps of the high peaks.

Rock Climbing

Pakistan is a heaven for mountaineers. In addition to the highest number of 7000 meter peaks Pakistan has got numerous 6000m, many a times ten or more standing shoulder to shoulder. In Pakistan mountaineers are allowed to climb any peak less then 6500m without any permit or prior permission.

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Baltistan is a land a high mountains and great culture. There were several kingdoms in this region in the past. The old rules left their marks by building beautiful forts.

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Lahore, City of Gardens and the second largest city in Pakistan, has a population of about 10 million souls and is the capital of Punjab province. Covering a total land area of 404 square km it lies between 31.45 North latitude and 74 East longitude

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Baltistan Tours Pakistan offers the best adventure tour and jeep safaris from the core of highest and biggest mountain ranges (the Karakorum, Himalayas and Hindu Kush) to the southern areas of Pakistan

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In the Gilgit-Baltistan Region of Pakistan is Situated the Largest glaciered area outside Polar Regions melting of ice in summer create roaring white water streams and mighty rivers. Water courses of Kaghan, Swat, Hunza

The Kalash are cheerful people, generous, witty and fond of rejoicing and merry making. Their women folk have an outgoing manner that is disarming, delightful and unexpected. As you join them in their festivities and see them dance and sing, you are taken right back into history

Mountain Biking

The Karakorum Highway, which follows one of the principal Silk Road routes, farms the backbone of this mountain bike holiday. The highway is a most remarkable engineering achievement, the Pakistanis proudly refer to as the eighth wonder of the world Built in conjunction

Photo Safari

This unique photo safari will take you to the beautiful valley of Baltistan at the time of the year when it looks its best. The breathtaking tour in the north gives you the huge variety of natural splendors.

Kharfaq Lake is situated about 3 Kms above Kharfaq village and gives an inspiring view while traveling by road to Khaplu. At the height of 13000 ft the climb is quite tough

Pakistan is a land of serene beauty, a country with diverse wild life, fresh water lakes, mountains, a 1046 km coast lines and much more. So just choose a place and we will arrange a tour for you.

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Baltistan Tours is known for its specialty in arranging culture tours throughout Pakistan and Adventure Tours, Trekking, Trekking Peaks (Ice and Rock Climbing) and Mountaineering Expeditions in Karakoram, Himalaya and Hidukush ranges (Gilgit Baltistan Pakistan) since 1982.

KE adventure Travel, a leading tour operator based in United Kingdom and USA, has been working in conjunction with Baltistan Tours in Gilgit Baltistan of Pakistan since its inception.

Baltistan Tours has remarkable experience in adventure tourism, and has played prominent role in promoting adventure tourism in Pakistan. Baltistan Tours started the Snow Lake / Biafo Hispar Trek in 1986, and now it has become one of the most attracting and adventurous route for the trekking lovers.

Baltistan Tours has the honor to discover the famous trekking route of Gondogoro La in 1993. It has also the privilege to introduce Mountain Biking in Karakoram for the first time in 1990.

Situated in the upper part of Khaplu (Silence) fantastic view over the valley with the Shyok River and the Karakoram (Black) Mountain.

Terraced green spaces (Following local traditions) camping, Kitchen garden panorama garden)

Charming garden where you can drink a cup of tea, enjoy your meal or just relax.

Situated at 2700m agreeable climate and no malaria risk.

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Baltistan Tours is proud to have served British Royal Expedition 1989, Royal Air Force Expedition Diran Peak 1993, the prestigious UIAA Expedition in 1993, British Women Expedition Hushe 1994, British Army Expedition G-IV 1994, and so many other groups from all over the world.

The credit to introduce Kayaking/Rafting in the region goes to BT which organized Kayaking for the Imperial College UK in the Shyok / Indus River in 1999.

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B altistan tours pakistan has the honor to be the first and senior most tour operator of the region in culture and adventure travel having its base in islamabad & skardu, gilgit- baltistan pakistan and the gateway to the throne room of mountain gods..

Baltistan Tours offers a wide range of programs to suit all tastes and pockets including Treks, Trekking Peaks, Mountaineering Expeditions, Mountain Biking, Rafting, Hunting, Jeep Safaris, Culture tours and Archaeological Tours and Holiday packages for students, old citizen and families, in Pakistan and provide assistance to arrange similar programs in China and the Central Asian States.

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08 Days Tour to Skardu (By Road)

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07 Days Tour To Skardu (By Road)

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06 Days By Road Tour To Skardu

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06 Days Tour to Skardu (By Air)

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09 Days Tour to Skardu & Hunza (By Air)

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08 Days Tour to Skardu & Hunza (By Air)

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Pakistan is a country of diverse landscapes and rich cultural heritage, offering a wide variety of travel spots for visitors to explore. The country is home to some of the world’s highest mountains, including K2 and Nanga Parbat, making it a popular destination for mountaineers and trekkers.

The ancient city of Lahore is known for its beautiful Mughal-era architecture, including the famous Badshahi Mosque and Lahore Fort.

Islamabad, the capital city, offers visitors a more modern and cosmopolitan experience, with its many parks, museums, and cultural festivals.

The coastal city of Karachi is a vibrant and bustling metropolis, known for its beautiful beaches and delicious food.

Other popular destinations in Pakistan include the stunning Hunza Valley, Beautiful Skardu Valley, the historical city of Peshawar, and the serene lakes of Kashmir. Whether you are interested in history, culture, or nature, Pakistan has something to offer for everyone.

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Pakistan is a country located in South Asia, bordered by India to the east, Afghanistan to the west, Iran to the southwest, and China to the northeast. The country is home to a diverse range of landscapes, including towering mountains, lush forests, arid deserts, and fertile plains. For travelers visiting Pakistan, understanding the country’s geography can help them better plan their trip and appreciate the natural beauty and cultural diversity of the region.

Northern part of Pakistan is dominated by the Himalayan and Karakoram mountain ranges, which include some of the world’s highest peaks, such as K2, Nanga Parbat, and Broad Peak. Gilgit-Baltistan is a popular destination for adventure seekers, offering world-class trekking, mountaineering, and skiing opportunities. The mountainous region is also home to several picturesque valleys, including Hunza, Skardu, Khaplu, Kharmang, Shigar, Gilgit, Naltar, Astore and Chitral, each with its own unique culture, cuisine, and landscape.

Gilgit-Baltistan is a region located in the northernmost part of Pakistan, bordered by Afghanistan to the west, China to the north, and Indian-administered Jammu and Kashmir to the east. The region is known for its stunning natural beauty and rich cultural heritage, and is home to some of the world’s highest mountains, including K2 and Nanga Parbat.

Landscape of Gilgit-Baltistan

Landscape of Gilgit-Baltistan is dominated by the Karakoram Range, which is part of the greater Himalayan Range. The region is also home to several large glaciers, including the Siachen Glacier, the longest glacier outside of the Polar Regions. Gilgit-Baltistan region’s rivers, including the Indus and the Gilgit, are a source of life for the local communities, and offer opportunities for rafting and fishing. The diverse geography of Gilgit-Baltistan makes it a paradise for adventure seekers and nature lovers, with opportunities for trekking, mountaineering, camping, and wildlife watching.

To the south of the mountains lies the Indus River valley, which is home to the vast and fertile plains of Punjab and Sindh. These regions are known for their rich agricultural heritage and vibrant culture, with cities such as Lahore, Islamabad, and Karachi offering a blend of traditional and modern experiences for travelers. The Thar Desert, located in the southeastern part of the country, offers a completely different landscape, with its vast expanse of sand dunes and traditional desert culture.

Home Of Rivers

Pakistan is also home to several rivers, including the Indus, Jhelum, Chenab, Ravi, and Sutlej, which provide water for irrigation, hydroelectric power, and recreational activities such as boating and rafting. The country’s coastline, located in the southern province of Balochistan, offers several beautiful beaches and marine activities, including scuba diving and fishing.

In conclusion, Pakistan’s geography is as diverse as its culture, offering a wide variety of landscapes and experiences for travelers. From the soaring peaks of the Karakoram to the lush plains of Punjab, the country is a treasure trove of natural beauty and cultural heritage. Understanding the geography of Pakistan can help travelers appreciate the uniqueness of each region and plan their trip accordingly, whether they are seeking adventure, culture, or relaxation.

Best Time To Visit Skardu | Hunza |Gilgit | Norther Areas | Kashmir | Swat | Karachi | Lahore | Islamabad | Pakistan

If you are planning a trip to Pakistan, it is important to know the best time to visit the various tourist spots in order to make the most of your trip. In this blog, we will discuss the best time to visit some of the top tourist spots in Pakistan.

Northern Areas

The Northern Areas of Pakistan, which include places like Hunza, Skardu, Gilgit, and Chitral, are famous for their breathtaking natural beauty. The best time to visit these areas is from April to November, when the weather is mild and the roads are open. During this time, you can witness the lush green valleys, crystal clear lakes, and snow-capped peaks of the Karakoram and Himalayan ranges.

Swat Valley

Swat Valley is located in the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province of Pakistan and is known for its scenic beauty, snow-capped mountains, and rivers. The best time to visit Swat Valley is from April to October, when the weather is mild and the flowers are in full bloom. During this time, you can explore the valley’s landmarks like the Malam Jabba Ski Resort, Kalam Valley, and Mahodand Lake.

Lahore is the cultural capital of Pakistan and is known for its historical monuments, vibrant bazaars, and delicious food. The best time to visit Lahore is from November to February, when the weather is cool and pleasant. During this time, you can explore the city’s landmarks like the Badshahi Mosque, Lahore Fort, and Shalimar Gardens without the scorching heat of summer.

Karachi is Pakistan’s largest city and is located on the coast of the Arabian Sea. The best time to visit Karachi is from December to February, when the weather is mild and pleasant. During this time, you can enjoy the city’s beaches, including Clifton Beach and Sandspit Beach, without the scorching heat of summer.

Islamabad is the capital of Pakistan and is known for its greenery, modern architecture, and serene surroundings. The best time to visit Islamabad is from April to October, when the weather is pleasant and the city’s gardens and parks are in full bloom.

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Tour Northern Pakistan: 10 Bucket-List Worthy Experiences

  • Stay at Khaplu Palace, a historic fort turned 3-star hotel in Northern Pakistan that showcases stunning architecture influenced by different regions in Asia.
  • Swim in Attabad Lake, a vibrant blue lake in Gilgit-Baltistan province that offers swimming, boating, and other water sports during the summer months.
  • Hike to K2 Base Camp, a challenging but rewarding trek close to Nepal, where travelers can experience the second-tallest mountain on Earth and prepare for a scenic and difficult adventure.

There's no lack of amazing things to do in Pakistan, one of the most underrated destinations in Asia and a part of the world often overlooked by backpackers exploring South Asian countries, but it deserves a spot on everyone’s bucket list. Northern Pakistan, in particular, has lots to offer travelers in terms of outdoor adventures and beautiful scenery.

These incredible experiences in Northern Pakistan, specifically in the province of Gilgit-Baltistan, are worth adding to the bucket list.

Stay At Khaplu Palace

This historic fort from the 1840s is one of the best remaining examples of a royal residence in Pakistan. Today, it not only serves as a beautiful historical site in the north of the country but also offers overnight accommodation to guests as a comfortable 3-star hotel called Serena Khaplu Palace.

The visually stunning architecture of the hotel comes from influences from different regions in Asia, including Tibet, Kashmir, Ladakh, and Central Asia.

  • Address: Khaplu Palace, Serena, Chaqchan Rd, Sargiab, Khaplu, 16800

Swim In Attabad Lake

Travelers can add swimming in one of Pakistan’s most beautiful lakes to their bucket list. Attabad Lake, located in Gilgit-Baltistan province, is one of the top attractions in Northern Pakistan; it's a vibrant blue lake suitable for swimming, boating, and other water sports during the summer months.

Pakistan experiences a warm, dry spring from March to May and a hot but wet summer from June to September.

  • Address: Gojal, Gilgit−Baltistan, Pakistan

Watch The Sunset In The Safaranga Cold Desert

Located just 20 minutes from Skardu in the province of Gilgit-Baltistan, the Safaranga Cold Desert (also called Skardu Cold Desert) is among the most unique attractions in Pakistan that is bucket-list worthy.

The desert is at an altitude of 7,500 feet above sea level in Shigar. The vast landscape of sand dunes earns the name “cold desert” because of this high altitude, and often the dunes are covered in snow. Witnessing a sunset here is truly magical!

  • Address: CP6R+3CP, Shigar, Pakistan

Hike To K2 Base Camp

Most travelers have heard of trekking to Everest Base Camp , but they might not realize that there is an equally challenging and rewarding trek close to Nepal in Northern Pakistan. K2 Mountain is the second-tallest mountain on Earth, after Everest, with a peak of 28,251 feet .

Similar to trekking to Everest Base Camp, travelers can book a guided trek to K2 Base Camp in Pakistan. The journey takes around 14 days from Askhole, and, much like how travelers prepare for the Everest Base Camp trek , it is a scenic but difficult adventure that hikers must ready themselves for well in advance.

  • Address: Hussaini Chowk, Star Market, Hassan General Store, Skardu, 16100

Related: From Lukla To Everest Base Camp: A Guide To The Best Routes And Trails

Stay At The Shangri-La Resort Skardu

Travelers might’ve heard of the Shangri-La Resort , but the Skardu hotel is something worth adding to the bucket list. This luxury resort calls itself “Heaven on Earth” and is situated on a heart-shaped lake (as if another sign was needed for how incredible it is).

The rooms available range from cottages to villas to suites, all with scenic views of the idyllic landscapes of Northern Pakistan.

  • Address: Kachura, Skardu, Pakistan

Visit The Skardu Fort

The Skardu Fort, also called the Kharpocho, is the “King of Forts” and is a bucket-list-worthy attraction to visit in Pakistan.

The historic fortress sits above Skardu city in the Gilgit-Baltistan region of Northern Pakistan. The fort perches on a mountain 40 meters above the city and is situated on the banks of the Indus River.

  • Address: Kharpocho Fort, Chumik Rd, Skardu, Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan

Hike In Deosai National Park

Deosai National Park in northern Pakistan is situated between the Skardu and Gilgit-Baltistan regions. It’s protected by its status as a national park and is dedicated to the conservation of the Himalayan Brown Bear .

The Himalayan Brown Bear is a critically endangered species due to habitat loss, so this expansive protected area where bears can roam safely is an important natural area in Pakistan. Wildlife photographers and trekkers can add this park to their bucket lists.

  • Address: XFCC+6P4 Deosai Park Road Astore, 50991

Related: Beyond The Summit: 10 Things You'll Discover On Foot In The Beauty Of Everest Base Camp

Tour Baltit Fort

Visiting the Baltit Fort in the Hunza Valley is one of the best things to do in Northern Pakistan for the bucket list. The historic fort is located in Karimabad, close to the border with China, in a remote part of the country. More than 700 years old, the fort was a former palace of the Mir of Hunza.

Travelers can take a guided tour of the fort or simply visit the exterior to take beautiful photos of its architecture.

  • Address: 8MG9+7W2, Hunza, Karimabad, Gilgit-Baltistan

See The Hunza Valley

For outdoor enthusiasts, trekkers, and travel photographers, visiting the Hunza Valley in Northern Pakistan is something to aspire to. The valley is picturesque and surrounded by dramatic mountain peaks.

Interestingly, people in the Hunza Valley have longer than average lifespans , largely attributed to their strong immune systems, low rates of disease, and consumption of Vitamin B-17 through natural foods.

  • Address: Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan

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The Karakoram Highway is the Silk Route, a southern part of the famous Silk Roads trading route in Asia. This drive is an important part of the region’s history and is also one of the most scenic road trips in the world .

Today, the N-35 highway connects Pakistan and China along this interesting and storied corridor.

  • Address: N-35, Pakistan

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List of Tour & Travel Companies in Gilgit-Baltistan

Given below is a list of all the tour and travel companies in Gilgit-Baltistan that are registered with the government of Pakistan. This does not mean they are licensed to operate tours and organize travel arrangements in Pakistan.

List of Tour & Travel Companies in Gilgit-Baltistan (2024)

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