Six peaks above 7,000m, run from Skardu by our own Balti team. Permits, oxygen, insured high-altitude porters and a turnaround policy that is actually enforced.
Six peaks above 7,000m, run from Skardu by our own Balti team. Permits, oxygen, insured high-altitude porters and a turnaround policy that is actually enforced.
The Skardu Luxury Tour is a 6 days guided trip in Gilgit-Baltistan, northern Pakistan, topping out at 4,114 m. It is graded Easy to Moderate — high-altitude 4×4 — short day walks. 6 fixed departures are open from $950 per person, all-inclusive from Islamabad.
The Skardu Luxury Tour is the definitive premium experience of Baltistan — a fully personalised, exclusively private tour of the most extraordinary landscape in Pakistan, delivered with the highest standard of accommodation, vehicles and guiding available in the region.
Shigar Fort Heritage Hotel
Your base is the iconic Shigar Fort Heritage Hotel — a 400-year-old Balti royal palace beautifully restored by the Aga Khan Cultural Service into one of Pakistan's finest heritage hotels. Rooms in the fort or adjacent garden pavilions overlook apricot orchards and the Shigar River valley, with Karakoram peaks as the backdrop.
Exclusive Experiences
Private Kharpocho Fort at Sunrise: An exclusive early-morning visit before other visitors arrive — the Skardu Valley in dawn light is extraordinary. Private Deosai Access: A full day on the plateau with a dedicated naturalist guide, maximising your chances of spotting the rare Himalayan brown bear. Helicopter Transfer (on request): Between Skardu, Shigar Valley and Khaplu by helicopter for a Karakoram perspective available to very few.
Khaplu Palace
A day excursion to the Khaplu Palace — another Aga Khan restoration in the upper Shyok Valley, one of the finest examples of Balti royal architecture.
Every aspect is tailored to your preferences. Contact us to design your bespoke itinerary.
Experience Skardu at its finest from $950 per person — Shangri-La Resort, private Deosai safari, Shigar Fort lunch, Khaplu Palace and an optional helicopter flight over the Baltoro Glacier in 6 days.
Fixed Departures
Fixed departures are scheduled dates you join as part of a group, rather than arranging your own trip. 6 dates are currently open, each capped at 8 people. Every date is the same price, $950 per person. A $200 deposit reserves a place. The availability column shows how many places are left on each date.
These are private departures, priced by the size of your party rather than by a set date. Pick the band that matches your group and the price per person is fixed at that rate, across 4 options. The more of you who travel, the less each person pays — from $2,090 for Solo (1 Person) down to $950/pp for 7-10 Persons. What each band covers is set out in the table.
Private luxury tour for couples - the finest Skardu experience in 6 days.
(4-6 Persons)
$1,188/pp
Small private group luxury tour with all premium inclusions.
(7-10 Persons)
$950/pp
Best value. Full luxury guide, resort, Deosai safari, and palace visits for all 6 days.
Is this trip right for you?
Yes — this is one of the easiest trips to say yes to.
Graded Easy to Moderate — high-altitude 4×4.
short day walksDays on footthe rest is travel
4,114 mhighest pointWe build in time to acclimatise.
Good to know
The highest point is 4,114 m, so altitude counts here. The itinerary is built around acclimatising and your guide sets a pace that gets you there comfortably.
You’re ready ifyou enjoy a full day out and do not mind some hours on the road.
Give yourself a little longer ifyou would like to feel fresher. A couple of walks beforehand makes the short strolls even easier.
This might not be your trip ifyou are after long days on foot and nights in a tent. Tell us and we will point you at one.
One thing we do insist on: travel insurance that covers helicopter evacuation.
Travel Experience
Itinerary — Skardu Luxury Tour
The Skardu Luxury Tour is the definitive premium experience of Baltistan — a fully personalised, exclusively private tour of the most extraordinary landscape in Pakistan, delivered with the highest standard of accommodation, vehicles and guiding available in the region. Shigar Fort Heritage Hotel Your base is the ic...
6 days
Arrive in Skardu and check in to the Shangri-La resort on Lower Kachura Lake, with sunset over the lake, the deep-blue Upper Kachura nearby, and a first look at the green Soq Valley.
A private 4x4 safari across Deosai (4,114m): brown bears, Sheosar Lake, and the wildflower plateau.
A heritage lunch at Shigar Fort, a visit to Khaplu Palace, and a Hushe Valley drive.
An optional helicopter flight over the Baltoro Glacier, plus Kharpocho Fort and Satpara Lake.
Manthal Buddha Rock, the cold desert, and a private farewell dinner.
A Shangri-La sunrise breakfast, then fly to Islamabad.
What’s included in the price
Every fixed departure is all-inclusive from Islamabad. This is exactly what your $950 per person covers, and the handful of things it does not — so there is nothing to settle at the trailhead.
Included in the price
Resort and heritage-hotel stays
All private ground transport
Daily breakfast and dinner
A dedicated local guide
Private Deosai 4x4 safari
Shigar Fort heritage lunch
Khaplu Palace visit
All listed entrance fees
Bottled water and curated
Unhurried pacing throughout
Not included
Domestic and international flights to Skardu (we arrange these for you)
The optional helicopter flight over the Baltoro Glacier (weather-dependent
Priced separately on request)
Lunches not listed
Personal expenses
Pakistan visa fees
Personal travel insurance
Tips for your guide and driver (appreciated
Never expected)
Why Karakoram Venture
Because the people who take you up this mountain are from it. Our guides grew up in these valleys, and they are our own team — not a booking desk handing you to whoever is cheapest that week. Every one of them is certified by the Alpine Club of Pakistan, holds Wilderness First Aid, and has between five and twenty years on high-altitude ground.
Because the safety is real, and we will name it rather than imply it. A satellite phone travels in every camp, we hold established helicopter-rescue contacts for this region, and we tell you exactly which travel insurance to carry. Budget operators cut precisely these things, because you cannot see them on a web page.
Because the price is honest. Local infrastructure is why $950 per person covers the trip from Islamabad rather than a stripped-down base rate. Exactly what it includes — and the handful of things it does not — is set out above.
How to book this trip
Four steps from here to the mountains
1Pick your dateA fixed departure above, or private dates you choose.
2Send the requestThe form on this page, or WhatsApp. Name, party size, date.
3Pay $200 per personThat holds your place. We reply within 24 hours.
4Balance 30 days beforeThen we take over: flights, hotels, permits, crew.
No card details on this page. Nothing is charged until you confirm.
More About Skardu Luxury Tour
Booking & Payment
A deposit of $200 per person confirms your seat. The balance is due 30 days before departure
Book through our website
WhatsApp
Or an authorized agent — every booking is confirmed in writing
Prices are held once your deposit is received and may otherwise change with season and availability
Cancellation Policy
Cancel 30+ days before departure: full refund minus the deposit
Cancel 14-29 days before: 50% refund of the total paid
Cancel under 14 days before: no refund
As rooms and transport are already booked
Permits & Documentation
Foreign guests need a standard Pakistan tourist visa — no trekking permit is required. We provide a Letter of Invitation on request
All site and park entry fees
Including Deosai National Park
Are included
Carry your passport and ID
Travel insurance is recommended for peace of mind
Health & Fitness Requirements
Easy. This is a comfort-first trip — resort stays
Private vehicles
Short walks at forts
Lakes
Viewpoints
The Deosai day reaches 4,114m
We keep it relaxed
But drink water and take it slowly at altitude
Suitable for couples
Families
Honeymooners. Tell us of any medical needs so we can tailor the pace
Important Notes
Carry at least 2 recent passport-size photos for verification and documentation.
A valid passport (foreign nationals) or CNIC (Pakistani nationals) is mandatory for booking and travel.
Keep your original passport or CNIC with you throughout the tour for security checks and hotel check-ins.
Foreign nationals need a valid passport and the correct visa; any NOC and trekking/restricted-area permits are arranged by Karakoram Venture.
Special Information
Professional and experienced Tour Manager available from start to end of the trip.
Delicious and fresh daily meals included from Day 1 until departure.
No complimentary meals provided on flights or during transit stops.
Follow updated state travel policies carefully for a hassle-free journey.
Transportation Details
Comfortable and spacious A/C Coaches for long trips and intercity travel.
Sturdy 4x4 jeeps for mountain roads and sightseeing (up to 7 pax per vehicle).
Reliable 4x4 vehicles (Land Cruiser / Prado) for off-road and high-altitude excursions.
Arrival & Departure Guidelines
Day 1: Report at the designated airport on time as per schedule.
Final Day: Depart after successfully completing the full itinerary.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the Skardu Luxury Tour cost?
$950 per person on our scheduled departures. The package page lists exactly what is included; private and custom-group pricing is available on request — just ask.
How long is the trip?
6 Days - 5 Nights, start to finish.
When is the best time to go?
Spring & Summer (April - October). We will help you pick the best window for your dates.
How hard is this trip? Is it family-friendly?
Easy and accessible — mostly scenic 4x4 and road travel with short walks at the viewpoints. Suitable for families and all reasonable fitness levels; no trekking required.
What visa do I need?
A standard Pakistan tourist visa is all you need. We can send an invitation and booking letter to support your application.
What about insurance and safety?
We recommend standard travel insurance with medical cover for your trip. Our local team knows the routes and conditions and looks after you throughout.
Who guides the trip?
Your team is local Balti — our own guides and drivers from Gilgit-Baltistan, never subcontracted.
How do I get there?
Fly to Skardu or Gilgit from Islamabad, or travel overland on the Karakoram Highway. We arrange airport pickup and all ground transport.
Can I do this as a private or custom trip?
Yes — every itinerary can run as a private departure and be tailored to your dates, pace and group size. Tell us what you have in mind and we will build it around you.
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