Itinerary
- Day 1
Islamabad
You'll land at Islamabad International Airport where a local representative meets you for transfer to your hotel. If your flight arrives early, join the group for lunch and a quick city tour. Later at 6 pm, gather for a welcome meeting covering important trek details. The evening is yours to relax or walk around the area and get your bearings.
- Start point
- Islamabad, Islamabad Capital Territory, Pakistan (Main Arrival Gate, Islamabad international Airport)
Included Activities
- Airport transfer
- Welcome meeting at hotel
Optional Activities
- Lunch and city tour (available if arriving early)
- Evening exploration of hotel area
- Dinner at local restaurant
- Day 2
Islamabad to Skardu
Depart Islamabad heading to Skardu by either scenic flight (if weather allows) or road journey along the Karakoram Highway. Once there, you'll have free time to wander through Skardu Bazaar, pick up snacks or souvenirs, and rent any extra hiking gear you need for the trek ahead.
Included Activities
- Skardu Bazaar walk
- Manthal Rock Buddha visit
- Kharpocho Fort visit
Optional Activities
- Hiking gear rental
- Nansoq Organic Village visit
- Shopping at Skardu Bazaar
- Snack purchases at bazaar
Landmarks Manthal Rock Buddha Kharpocho Fort Skardu Bazaar Nansoq Organic Village 
- Day 3
Skardu to Khaplu
Drive toward Khaplu passing through charming villages in the Ghanche district. Stop at the convergence of the Shayok and Indus Rivers, then head to Yugo village for cultural interaction and lunch prepared by local families. Arrive in Khaplu during the afternoon and check into your hotel with time to explore the surrounding area.
- Meals
- Lunch (Traditional lunch with local family in Yugo Village)
Included Activities
- Yugo Village cultural walk
- Traditional lunch with local family at Yugo village
- Khaplu Fort Museum visit
Optional Activities
- Exploration of Khaplu organic garden
- Free exploration of Khaplu
Landmarks Yugo Village Shayok and Indus Rivers confluence Khaplu Fort Museum 
- Day 4
Khaplu to Mingulo Broq
After breakfast, drive from Khaplu to Kanday Village where your trek officially starts. Meet the local support crew of guides, porters, and camp cooks. Trek from Kanday crossing a wooden bridge over Hushe River, through a narrow valley with suspension bridges, to reach Mingulo Broq campsite surrounded by willow trees. Have lunch, then spend the afternoon exploring or resting. Dinner features traditional Balti dishes.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Traditional Balti dishes including balay (soup) and chapshoro (savory minced meat filling between two flatbreads cooked on a skillet), along with other Pakistani specialties)
Included Activities
- Drive from Khaplu to Kanday Village
- Mingulo Broq guided hike
- Trekking with local guides and porters
Optional Activities
- Post-lunch exploration of Mingulo Broq surroundings
- Relaxation at campsite
Landmarks Hushe River Mingulo Broq Kanday Village - Day 5
Mingulo Broq to Nangma Valley
Start with a hearty breakfast then trek from Mingulo Broq to Nangma Valley through vibrant green fields alongside a glacial stream. The hike is relatively straightforward with several stream crossings along the way. Reach the Nangma Valley campsite by lunchtime with the North Ridge of Shingu Charpa visible in the distance. Spend the afternoon taking in the valley views and relaxing.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Hearty breakfast), Lunch (Freshly prepared meal), Dinner (Hot dinner featuring local soup with a variety of regional and continental Chinese and Pakistani dishes)
Included Activities
- Mingulo Broq to Nangma valley guided hike
- Trekking through Nangma Valley
Optional Activities
- Relaxation at campsite
- Scenic viewing of valley and North Ridge
Landmarks Nangma Valley Shingu Charpa North Ridge - Day 6
Nangma Valley
This day is flexible based on your energy and interests. Option 1 takes you on a day hike to Amin Brakk base camp at 4500 meters featuring steep ascent, flat plateau section, and challenging rocky terrain. Option 2 means staying at camp to rest, scramble on nearby rocks, or watch for local Karakoram birds and wildflowers. Either way, catch the sunrise. By evening, local Balti artists perform traditional music and dance for the group.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Refreshments at Amin Brakk base camp (if day hike chosen)), Dinner
Included Activities
- Amin Brakk base camp guided hike (optional day hike)
- Live music and dance show by local Balti people
- Sunrise viewing
Optional Activities
- Day hike to Amin Brakk base camp
- Relaxation at camp
- Scrambling on nearby rocks
- Bird and flower spotting
- Participation in Balti music and dance performance
Landmarks Amin Brakk base camp Karakoram Range - Day 7
Nangma Valley to Skardu
Descend from Nangma Valley back to Kanday Village and share a traditional lunch with a local family. Then drive back to Skardu following the southern bank of the Indus River through a valley with towering peaks on either side. Pass through Safranga Cold Desert at 2300 meters, one of the world's highest deserts, making photo stops along the way. Arrive in Skardu via Shigar.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Traditional lunch with local family at Kanday village), Dinner
Included Activities
- Nangma valley to Kanday guided hike
- Traditional lunch with local family at Kanday village
- Scenic drive along Indus River to Skardu
Optional Activities
- Photo stops at Safranga Cold Desert
- Exploration during drive through valley
- Town exploration in Shigar
Landmarks Indus River Safranga Cold Desert Shigar Kanday Village - Day 8
Skardu to Islamabad
Your schedule depends on weather conditions. If favorable, drive from Shigar to Skardu Airport for your flight back to Islamabad, check into your hotel, have lunch, and enjoy free time exploring the city. If weather turns bad, spend the day in Naran with your leader suggesting activities or organizing group excursions to nearby areas.
- Meals
- Lunch
Included Activities
- Flight from Skardu to Islamabad (weather dependent)
- Lunch in Islamabad
Optional Activities
- Exploration of Islamabad
- Sightseeing with leader recommendations
- Day excursion around Naran (if bad weather prevents flight)
- Day 9
Islamabad
If you didn't fly back to Islamabad yesterday, today you'll travel by road. Whether you just arrived or have been in the city since yesterday, explore Islamabad at your own pace. Make sure to visit the Taxila Museum, which holds an impressive collection of Gandharan art from the 1st century, located near several important archaeological sites.
Optional Activities
- Road transfer to Islamabad (if not completed on Day 8)
- Taxila Museum visit
- Archaeological sites near Taxila
- Free exploration of Islamabad
Landmarks Taxila Museum - Day 10
Islamabad (Departure)
Your journey concludes today with no scheduled activities or hikes. An airport transfer is included when you're ready to depart. If you'd like to stay longer, contact your booking agent beforehand to arrange additional accommodation.
- End point
- Islamabad, Islamabad Capital Territory, Pakistan (Main Departure Gate, Islamabad international Airport)
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Airport transfer
Optional Activities
- Extended stay (requires prior arrangement with booking agent)
