Itinerary
- Day 1
Islamabad to Naran
Touch down at Islamabad Airport early morning for your meet and greet, then it's a 250 km drive to Naran. You'll head north out of the capital, and the landscape starts shifting as you get closer to the foothills. Check into your hotel once you arrive, giving yourself time to settle in after the journey.
- Day 2
Naran to Skardu
This is a full driving day along the Jaglot-Skardu road. You'll cross Babusar Pass at 4,173 m/13,691 ft where the air gets noticeably thinner, then continue through Chilas on the Karakoram Highway. Along the way, there are viewpoints where the Karakoram, Himalayas, and Hindu Kush ranges converge at the Indus and Gilgit Rivers confluence near Jaglot. By late afternoon you roll into Skardu after hours on mountain roads.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit viewpoints at Jaglot where Karakoram, Himalayas, and Hindu Kush mountain ranges converge
Landmarks Babusar Pass Jaglot Viewpoint - Karakoram, Himalayas, Hindu Kush Convergence - Day 3
Skardu to Khaplu
Leave Skardu and drive toward Khaplu, following the Indus river for about 4 to 5 hours through small Balti and Tibetan settlements. Once there, check out Khaplu Fort, built in 1840 by Yabgo Raja Daulat Ali Khan and still standing as an architectural landmark. After that, visit Chaqchan Mosque, which has nearly 700 years of history and holds significant cultural weight locally. You'll stay overnight in Khaplu.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Khaplu Fort
- Visit Chaqchan Mosque
Landmarks Khaplu Fort Chaqchan Mosque - Day 4
Khaplu to Shigar Valley and return to Skardu
Head from Khaplu Valley to Shigar Valley, which sits as the gateway for high-altitude trekking into the Karakoram. Spend time walking through this valley and taking in the views, then see the 400-year-old fort and the 17th century Palace of the Raja before making the drive back to Skardu for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit 400-year-old Shigar Fort
- Visit 17th century Palace of the Raja
Landmarks Shigar Fort Palace of the Raja, Shigar Valley - Day 5
Skardu to Hunza Valley
A 6 to 8 hour drive on the Karakoram Highway from Skardu heading northwest. You'll pass through Gilgit, the regional capital, and stop briefly at Rakaposhi Peak viewpoint for photos before continuing to Hunza Valley. Check in to your hotel once you arrive, and you can rest up after the long road time.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Stop at Rakaposhi Peak viewpoint for photos
Landmarks Rakaposhi Peak 
- Day 6
Baltit Fort, Altit Fort, and Karimabad
Tour Baltit Fort this morning, a 1,000-year-old structure that served as a royal residence for Hunza's rulers until it was restored in 1996 by the Agha Khan foundation. From there, head to Altit Fort. Later, drive back through Hunza and wander Karimabad Bazar for shopping and browsing before settling in for the night in Karimabad.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Baltit Fort
- Visit Altit Fort
- Visit Karimabad Bazar
Landmarks Baltit Fort Altit Fort Karimabad Bazar - Day 7
Hunza to Tashkurgan
After breakfast, travel to Khunjerab National Park and the highest border crossing between Pakistan and China at 4,670 m/15,318 ft. You'll go through border procedures and switch vehicles at the crossing, then head into Tashkurgan. This town sits on the ancient Silk Road across the Pamir Plateau, surrounded by dramatic peaks and grasslands. It's China's only Tajik autonomous county. You'll stay overnight here.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Khunjerab National Park at Pakistan-China border
Landmarks Khunjerab National Park Tashkurgan - Day 8
Tashkurgan to Kashgar
Visit Tashkurgan Stone City, a 2,000-year-old Silk Road outpost that still shows its age in ruins and structures. Then drive about four hours toward Kashgar, passing through high altitude terrain. Check into your hotel in Kashgar once you get settled.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Tashkurgan Stone City (Ancient Fortress)
Landmarks Tashkurgan Stone City (Ancient Fortress) - Day 9
Kashgar
Spend the day exploring Kashgar on a city tour hitting the Grand Bazaar, Id Kah Mosque, and Abakh Hoja Tomb. You'll also have time to wander through the old town, getting lost in narrow streets and checking out local shops and cafes. Stay overnight in Kashgar.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Grand Bazaar
- Visit Id Kah Mosque
- Visit Abakh Hoja Tomb
- Explore Kashgar old town
Landmarks Grand Bazaar, Kashgar Id Kah Mosque Abakh Hoja Tomb - Day 10
Departure from Kashgar
Head to the airport or train station for your departure, ending the journey through these remote mountain regions and along the historic Silk Road.
