The Skardu signature escape
Mountain lakes, desert sunsets, and beautiful days with nowhere else to be.
A thoughtfully paced introduction to Baltistan. Explore the lakes around Skardu, discover Shigar, and enjoy the wide-open landscape of the cold desert. This starter itinerary can be personalised to your dates and interests.
5 days · Skardu & Shigar
Package options
Basic
The essentials for a thoughtful northern escape.
Simple, comfortable accommodation sourced for your dates · Standard ground transport as agreed · Meals arranged separately unless stated in your proposal
Standard
A little more comfort, with the details taken care of.
Comfortable hotel accommodation sourced for your dates · Private ground transport with local coordination · Breakfast as agreed with your selected accommodation
Premium
Extra comfort and personal care throughout your journey.
Premium accommodation sourced to your preferences · Private transport tailored to the route and group · Breakfast and hosted dinners as agreed in your proposal
Day-by-day itinerary
Day 1: Day 1 · Arrive in Skardu and settle into your stay
Arrive in Skardu and settle into your stay.
Day 2: Day 2 · Explore the Kachura lakes and enjoy a relaxed lakeside afternoon
Explore the Kachura lakes and enjoy a relaxed lakeside afternoon.
Day 3: Day 3 · Discover Shigar’s heritage, village paths, and local food
Discover Shigar’s heritage, village paths, and local food.
Day 4: Day 4 · Take a scenic drive and spend the evening among the cold desert dunes
Take a scenic drive and spend the evening among the cold desert dunes.
Day 5: Day 5 · A slow morning, time for local shopping, and departure
A slow morning, time for local shopping, and departure.
Included
- Local trip coordination
- Guided sightseeing
- Ground transport as agreed
Not included
- Flights
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
Share your travel dates, arrival airport, room preferences and dietary needs with your local team. Bring layers and comfortable footwear; request a route-specific packing list before departure. Allow flexibility for weather, road conditions and flight changes. Your guide will confirm suitable activities and the final route. The starter package prices and optional upgrade rates are indicative; ask for a confirmed proposal.
Planning, safety and travel information Plan this journey with our local team