KhushAamdeed! Upon arrival in Islamabad, you'll be met by Facing North representatives and transferred to your hotel. After settling in and relaxing from your flight, you can take a half-day city tour. In the evening, you'll enjoy a delicious dinner at the renowned Monal Restaurant, which offers stunning panoramic views of Islamabad and Rawalpindi. Nestled against the pristine Margalla hills, this restaurant is considered the best in Islamabad and voted one of the most romantic restaurants in the city. You'll also receive a brief introduction to Pakistani cuisine and the upcoming tour. Activities: Quick Tour Islamabad

Premium Hotel: Marriott Hotel

Deluxe Hotel: Ambiance Hotel

Activities: Quick Tour Islamabad

After an early morning breakfast, depart for Skardu. You'll be transferred to the airport for your 1-hour flight from Islamabad, which offers breathtaking views of high-altitude peaks and mountain ranges, including Nanga Parbat, the 9th highest peak in the world. Upon arriving at Skardu airport, we’ll depart for Khaplu Valley, a drive of 3 hours. In between, we'll visit a sailing village and fish farms in Ghanche District before taking an excursion to Khaplu. This beautiful valley of the Shyok River is 103 km east of Skardu and the starting point for many trekking and climbing expeditions. Visit the Chaqchan Mosque, one of the earliest mosques in Baltistan (1504 AD) attributed to Syed Ali Hamdani. Upon arrival check into Khaplu Serena, you’ll get a short guided tour of Khaplu Fort. Leisure for the evening or perhaps explore the town. Dinner will be served at the resort. Overnight stay. Activities: Flight to Skardu, Ghanche district, Khaplu fort, Chaqchan Mosque & sailing village tour.

Premium Hotel: Khoj Resorts

Deluxe Hotel: Dynasty Resort

Activities: Kharpocho Fort, air safari & Cold desert

After an early morning breakfast, visit the scenic Sailing and Machlu valleys, known as the gems of Khaplu district, surrounded by snow-covered peaks, lush green valleys, and white-water streams. Enjoy leisurely relaxation and the beautiful autumn colors of Machlu. Return to Khaplu Fort, visit nearby viewpoints, and enjoy dinner. Stay overnight at Khaplu Serena. Activities: Sailing valley and Machlu valley

Premium Hotel: Khoj Resorts

Deluxe Hotel: Dynasty Resort

Activities: Jeeps safari, Basho Valley

After breakfast, visit Manthoka waterfall for sightseeing and a photo session. Visit Mehdi Abad and its beautiful water streams before returning to Skardu. Stop to see the Buddha carving rock and then transfer to Lower Kachura lake. Lunch at Shangrila resort. Visit Upper Kachura lake for some boating and leisure. Return to your hotel. Dinner will be served, overnight stay. Activities: Manthoka waterfall, Mehdi Abad & Shangri-La and Lower Kachura lake.

Premium Hotel: Khoj Resorts

Deluxe Hotel: Dynasty Resort

Activities: Sarfaranga desert, Jarba Xho hike, Tour de Shigar & Shigar Fort

After an early morning breakfast, enjoy a day tour of Basho Valley, a 2-hours off-road drive from Skardu. Basho Valley offers picturesque views of the landscape and freshwater streams flowing down from snow-capped mountains. Take short walks and treks around the valley to experience the stunning autumn colours. Return to Skardu in the evening and enjoy leisure time for the night. Dinner will be served, and you'll spend the night at the hotel. Activities: Jeeps safari, Basho Valley

Premium Hotel: Khoj Resorts

Deluxe Hotel: Dynasty Resort

Activities: Jeeps safari, Basho Valley

After breakfast, depart for Shigar Valley, crossing the Sarfaranga cold desert, which serves as the gateway to the great mountain peaks of the Karakoram. Visit the wooden mosque in the town of Shigar, the largest settlement in the valley. See Shigar Fort, restored by the Aga Khan Foundation and Serena Hotels, and take an excursion to the Shigar Valley and Jarba Xho hike (optional). Return to Skardu in the evening, and enjoy dinner at the hotel before spending the night. Activities: Sarfaranga desert, Jarba Xho hike, Tour de Shigar & Shigar fort

Premium Hotel: Khoj Resorts

Deluxe Hotel: Dynasty Resort

Activities: Sarfaranga desert, Jarba Xho hike, Tour de Shigar & Shigar Fort

After an early morning breakfast, we'll visit a sailing village and fish farms in Ghanche District before taking an excursion to Khaplu. This beautiful valley of the Shyok River is 103 km east of Skardu and the starting point for many trekking and climbing expeditions. Visit the Chaqchan Mosque, one of the earliest mosques in Baltistan (1504 AD) attributed to Syed Ali Hamdani. Transfer to Khaplu Fort, restored by the Aga Khan Cultural Service and Serena Hotels, and take a tour of Khaplu Valley before returning to the fort for an overnight stay.

Premium Hotel: Khaplu Serena

Activities: Jeep safari, Ghanche District, Khaplu Fort, Chaqchan Mosque & sailing village tour

After breakfast, take a flight from Skardu to Lahore. Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel. Enjoy an air safari over the Karakoram and Kaghan regions. Later, visit Wagah Border for the famous border ceremony between India and Pakistan. Return to the hotel and enjoy a buffet dinner at Bukhara restaurant. Overnight stay at the hotel. Activities: Air Safari

Premium Hotel: Nishat Hotel

Deluxe Hotel: Luxus Grand

Activities: Air Safari, drive to Lahore, Wagah Border

After breakfast, we'll tour the Walled City of Lahore, starting from Delhi Gate. We'll visit Shahi Hammam, ancient royal baths, and then Wazir Khan Mosque, known for its unique art. Next, we'll try some local street food like smoked corn and Falooda. We'll also see the Badshahi Masjid, Red Fort, Lahore Fort, and Sheesh Mahal, coated with beautiful glass. Dinner will be at Haveli or Andaaz restaurant with a great view of Badshahi Masjid. Overnight stay in Lahore. Activities: Badshahi Masjid tour, Minar-e-Pakistan, Red fort and Lahore Food Street.

Premium Hotel: Nishat Hotel

Deluxe Hotel: Luxus Grand

Activities: Badshahi Masjid tour, Minar-e-Pakistan, Red Fort and Lahore Food Street

Have breakfast at the hotel and go shopping in Lahore, including visiting some art galleries. Have lunch at a renowned local restaurant and visit the Pakistan Army Museum. Enjoy the evening at leisure, then have dinner at a fine dining restaurant or at the hotel before an overnight stay. Activities: Shopping, art galleries visit and museum.

Premium Hotel: Nishat Hotel

Deluxe Hotel: Luxus Grand

Activities: Shopping, art galleries visit and museum

Breakfast will be served at the hotel. Free time for leisure till your flight departure. Transfer to the airport with lots of memories to cherish forever. Departure to your home country. Activities: Departure to your country

Activities: Departure to your country