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08 days / 07 nights
Daily Tour
1 person
English, Urdu
Skardu and Shigar come alive with soft golden light, rustling leaves, and mountain serenity. Explore royal palaces, glide over still lakes, and sip tea in centuries-old homes. Wander through history wrapped in fall. Stay in palaces carved from stone and wood, cruise over still lakes reflecting golden hills, and trace Sufi whispers through quiet villages.
From ancient forts nestled amid flowering orchards to glacial rivers snaking beneath 7,000-meter peaks, this journey is designed for travelers who seek more than just scenery. You’ll visit UNESCO-listed mosques, stay in royal palaces turned heritage hotels, and share traditional meals with local families. You’ll hear stories from climbers in Hushe, one of the last settlements before the great glaciers of the Karakoram, and you’ll walk the winding footpaths between blossoming trees, with snow-capped summits as your constant companions.
Along the way, you’ll be introduced to the spiritual and artistic traditions of the Balti people, whose Tibetan-influenced heritage is reflected in every carved doorway, sacred shrine, and welcoming smile. Whether you’re hiking to hilltop viewpoints, sipping salted butter tea with elders, or photographing the delicate petals dancing in the mountain breeze, the Baltistan Blossom Tour offers a rare chance to see Pakistan’s most awe-inspiring region in its most poetic season.
Perfect for nature lovers, photographers, cultural explorers, and seekers of serenity—this journey through the blossoms and beyond will leave you with memories as enduring as the mountains themselves.
Arrive at Skardu Airport, where our local team warmly welcomes you. Enjoy a relaxed drive to your hotel followed by an introductory walk through the Skardu Bazaar. Soak in the crisp mountain air and the gentle bloom of apricot and cherry trees as you settle into the unique rhythm of Baltistan’s spring season.
Overnight Stay: Hotel in Skardu
Drive Time: 30 min | Altitude: ~2,230 m | Distance: 10 km | Activities: Arrival, local walk, cultural orientation
Start your day with a visit to the ancient Manthal Buddha Rock, nestled among flowering apricot trees. Continue to the serene Upper and Lower Kachura Lakes, framed by snow-capped peaks. In the afternoon, hike up to the 16th-century Kharpocho Fort for panoramic views of the Skardu Valley blanketed in spring hues.
Overnight Stay: Hotel in Skardu
Travel Time: 2–3 hrs | Altitude: ~2,230 m | Distance: 50 km | Activities: Heritage sites, lake visit, fort hike
Leave Skardu and drive to Shigar Valley, a blossom-filled landscape rich in Tibetan-Muslim heritage. Visit the restored 400-year-old Shigar Fort and explore its orchard-filled surroundings. Wander through the village lanes and admire the 14th-century Amburiq Mosque—one of the oldest in Baltistan.
Overnight Stay: Shigar Fort Residence
Drive Time: 1.5 hrs | Altitude: ~2,300 m | Distance: 45 km | Activities: Fort visit, village walk, cultural immersion
Drive along the Shyok River through Ghanche district to the remote and enchanting Hushe Valley. Nestled beneath 7,000m peaks like Masherbrum, Hushe bursts with high-altitude blossoms each spring. Spend your afternoon exploring the village and connecting with Balti mountain communities.
Overnight Stay: Guesthouse in Hushe
Drive Time: 4–5 hrs | Altitude: ~3,050 m | Distance: 98 km | Activities: Scenic drive, village exploration, local interaction
Return from Hushe to Khaplu, one of Baltistan’s most beautiful valleys. Visit the historic Khaplu Fort and Chaqchan Mosque (built in 1370 AD), both nestled among apricot trees in full bloom. Enjoy a riverside tea at the confluence of local legends, faith, and floral beauty.
Overnight Stay: Serena Khaplu Palace
Drive Time: 4 hrs | Altitude: ~2,600 m | Distance: 98 km | Activities: Historical sites, spiritual landmarks, orchard views
Visit the surrounding blossom-laden villages of Machulu and Haldi. Enjoy guided walks through apricot orchards, meet local farmers, and learn traditional Balti cooking during a home-hosted meal. Engage with women-led cooperatives involved in sustainable agriculture and dried fruit production.
Overnight Stay: Serena Khaplu Palace
Walking Time: 2–3 hrs | Altitude: ~2,600 m | Distance: 20 km | Activities: Village strolls, food culture, community interaction
Drive back to Skardu, enjoying scenic stops along the Shyok–Indus River route. After arrival, explore the Skardu Bazaar for handicrafts and apricot-based souvenirs. In the evening, gather for a farewell dinner with live Balti music and stories shared under the spring sky.
Overnight Stay: Hotel in Skardu
Drive Time: 3–4 hrs | Altitude: ~2,230 m | Distance: 103 km | Activities: Scenic drive, shopping, farewell celebration
Transfer to the airport for your flight back to Islamabad. Say goodbye to the magical valleys and spring blossoms of Baltistan, carrying home the sights, scents, and stories of a truly timeless season.
Overnight Stay: –
Drive Time: 30 min | Altitude: ~2,230 m | Distance: 10 km | Activities: Departure, final reflections, photography
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