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Skardu
Skardu 2 Days Tour
Quick facts
THE EXPERIENCE
About this tour
Gateway to the Karakoram giants — turquoise lakes, cold deserts, and some of the highest peaks on Earth.
Travel in comfort
Hotel
3-star hotel, twin-sharing
Transport
Private AC transport from Islamabad/Rawalpindi
Meals
Breakfast & dinner included
Guide
English/Urdu speaking guide
Places you'll explore
What's included
Transport
Hotel stay
Breakfast & dinner
Guide
Not included
Lunch
Personal expenses
Entry tickets
Tour itinerary
Day Day 1Islamabad – Skardu
- Fly or drive to Skardu
- Visit Kachura Lakes & Shangrila
- Hotel Check-in
- Evening at leisure
Day Day 2Shigar Valley
- Visit Shigar Fort
- Manthoka Waterfall
- Explore Shigar bazaar
- Return to Skardu
Day Day 3Deosai Plains
- Early departure for Deosai
- Explore Sheosar Lake area
- Wildlife spotting
- Return to Skardu
Day Day 4Cold Deserts – Departure
- Visit Katpana Cold Desert
- Sarfaranga jeep/buggy ride
- Shopping in Skardu bazaar
- Departure
Plan notes
See Tour Itinerary Overview below for a day-by-day plan.
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Location
SkarduGilgit-Baltistan, PakistanTraveller reviews
Adeel KhanLahore, Pakistan★★★★★
Deosai Plains and the cold deserts were unlike anything we'd seen before. Incredible trip, well planned.
Sara AhmedKarachi, Pakistan★★★★★
Shangrila and Upper Kachura Lake are postcard-perfect. Our driver and guide were excellent.
Bilal HussainIslamabad, Pakistan★★★★
A bit of a long journey to get there, but absolutely worth it for the scenery.
Frequently asked questions
How many days are enough for Skardu?
A trip of 2 to 5 days is usually enough to cover the main attractions of Skardu comfortably, depending on how many spots you want to see.
Is Skardu safe for families?
Yes, Skardu is a family-friendly destination with good hotels, restaurants and well-traveled roads during the peak season.
What is the best time to visit Skardu?
The best time to visit is during the peak season noted above, when the weather is at its most pleasant and all roads are accessible.
Can we travel to Skardu by our own car?
Yes, Skardu is accessible by road from Islamabad (roughly a full day's drive) or by a short domestic flight; a 4x4 is recommended for Deosai.
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