Skardu & Hunza Winter Honeymoon
Tour Overview
Discover the spectacular winter landscapes and cultural heritage of Gilgit-Baltistan on this carefully designed 4-night, 5-day private journey through Skardu, Shigar and Hunza. Beginning and ending in Skardu, the tour combines historic forts, dramatic mountain valleys, traditional settlements and snow-dusted landscapes with scenic overland journeys through the heart of the Karakoram.
Your journey begins with arrival in Skardu, the gateway to Baltistan, followed by a visit to the historic Kharpocho Fort. Perched dramatically above Skardu, the fort offers sweeping views over the town, Indus River and surrounding mountains. From Skardu, continue to Shigar Valley, a culturally rich valley known for its distinctive Balti heritage, traditional villages and spectacular mountain scenery.
The following morning, embark on one of the journey's most scenic drives as you travel from Shigar to Hunza. The route follows the rugged mountain landscape of the Indus Valley towards Gilgit before joining the legendary Karakoram Highway. Along the way, towering peaks, deep gorges and rivers create an ever-changing backdrop.
Spend the third day exploring Hunza Valley, one of northern Pakistan's most celebrated cultural and scenic destinations. Discover the historic settlements of Karimabad, visit Baltit Fort and Altit Fort, and enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding Karakoram peaks. Winter lends Hunza a distinctive character, with crisp mountain air, snow-covered peaks and quieter villages providing an atmospheric setting for exploration.
On Day 4, begin the return journey from Hunza to Skardu, retracing the spectacular mountain corridor. After arriving in Skardu, conclude the day with an evening visit to Katpana Desert, where golden dunes meet the surrounding snow-covered mountains—a remarkable landscape characteristic of the high-altitude Skardu region.
The final morning is reserved for departure from Skardu, bringing this compact winter escape through the cultural heartlands of Baltistan and Hunza to a close.
Highlights
- Explore historic Kharpocho Fort overlooking Skardu.
- Experience the cultural heritage and mountain scenery of Shigar Valley.
- Scenic overland journey from Shigar to Hunza via Gilgit.
- Explore Karimabad, Baltit Fort and Altit Fort.
- Experience Hunza's winter landscapes and traditional villages.
- Travel through dramatic sections of the Karakoram Highway.
- Return to Skardu through spectacular mountain scenery.
- Enjoy an evening visit to the Katpana Desert.
- Experience the contrasting landscapes of mountains, valleys, rivers and high-altitude desert.
Itinerary
- Arrive in Skardu and meet your representative.
- Visit historic Kharpocho Fort.
- Enjoy panoramic views of Skardu Valley and the Indus River.
- Drive to Shigar Valley.
- Check in and relax at the hotel.
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Depart for Hunza via Gilgit.
- Enjoy scenic views of the Indus Valley and Karakoram mountains.
- Continue along the Karakoram Highway towards Hunza.
- Arrive in Hunza and check in to the hotel.
- Explore Karimabad and its traditional surroundings.
- Visit Baltit Fort.
- Visit Altit Fort and the historic Altit settlement.
- Enjoy panoramic views of Hunza's surrounding mountains.
- Evening at leisure in Karimabad.
- Breakfast and depart for Skardu.
- Drive through Gilgit and the spectacular Indus Valley.
- Arrive in Skardu and check in.
- In the evening, visit Katpana Desert.
- Enjoy the dramatic contrast of sand dunes, mountains and winter landscapes.
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Transfer to Skardu Airport for your onward flight.
- End of tour.
✓ Included
- 4 nights' accommodation in selected hotels
- Daily breakfast
- Private transportation throughout the tour
- Airport transfers in Skardu
- English-speaking driver/guide
- Sightseeing and excursions mentioned in the itinerary
- Entrance fees to listed attractions
- Fuel, tolls and parking charges
- Applicable government taxes
✕ Excluded
- Domestic or international airfare
- Lunches and dinners
- Personal expenses
- Porterage and laundry
- Travel insurance
- Optional activities and excursions
- Expenses caused by flight cancellations, road closures or weather-related delays
- Anything not specifically mentioned under Services Include