Autumn in Skardu and Hunza Valley are two of Pakistan’s most breathtaking regions, and their beauty is amplified during the autumn season. With vibrant foliage, crisp mountain air, and stunning landscapes, an autumn tour in these areas is a must-do for any adventure lover.
It is a 9 days thrilling tour something to cherish in your memories with colours of Autumn. In this time of year when the trees of poplar, apricot, mulberry, peach, apple, and plum burst forth into a riot of colours with hues of orange, rust, yellow, and red. The clear and bracing weather offers the best view of the surrounding mountains.
Departure from Home country.
Arrive in Islamabad transfer to hotel for rest. After the rest we will visit the famous Faisal Mosque, Pakistan Monument, and Daman-i-Koh View point. Overnight in hotel.
Drive: 1-2hrs
Morning, we will fly from Islamabad to Skardu. A one-hour panoramic flight over the ninth highest mountain in the world known as Nanga Parbat. After, we will drive towards Khaplu, en-route we will visit the Manthal Buddha or Kharpocho Fort, which is a carving of Buddha in different mudras in a huge Boulder. After that we will visit Chaqchan Mosque and Khaplu Fort.
Overnight in hotel.
Flight: 1hr
Drive: 3-4hrs
After Breakfast, we will drive to Skardu, en-route we will visit Sarfaranga Cold Dessert (World 1st highest cold dessert) with an elevation of 2,226 meter. Then we will visit Amburiq Mosque, which is the first mosque of Baltistan, and 16th century Kharpocho Fort also known as Skardu Fort. Overnight stay in hotel.
Drive: 4-5hrs
Morning, we will move towards Duiker, on the way we will visit Karimabad, the ancient Altit, and Baltit Fort, which were the fort of the local dynasty known as ‘Mir’ and visit the Altit Royal Garden to witness the Autumn colours. Afterwards we will leave for Duiker. Overnight stay in hotel.
Drive : 6hrs
After Breakfast, we will continue our journey towards Passu. Along the way we will stop at Attabad Lake and enjoy the boat ride. Later drive to Gulmit and watch the vivid colour of autumn seasons and visit the Hussaini Bridge and Borit Lake. We will continue to Passu and. Overnight in hotel.
Drive: 2-3hrs
Morning, we will see the Passu cones and Passu Glacier have a walk around see the landscapes. After, we will drive back to Gilgit the capital of Gilgit-Baltistan.
Drive: 3-4hrs
Morning, we will fly back to Islamabad, once reached we will drive to Taxila; an ancient archaeological sites, containing Buddhist Stupas and Monasteries. We will visit the Taxila Museum and then Dharmarajika Stupa. after that we will have lunch and transfer to hotel. In the evening we can walk around the bazaar near the hotel, have our farewell dinner. Overnight in Hotel.
Flight: 1hrs
Drive: 1-2hrs
Transfer to Islamabad International Airport for international departure.
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Nanga Parbat Adventure tourism company is founded in 1999 and registered with Ministry of Tourism, Govt. of Pakistan.
