11 Days
Skardu, Khaplu & Basho Valley Group Tour
Skardu, Khaplu & Basho Tour Overview
Explore the breathtaking beauty of Skardu with Eventica Travels on this 11-day group tour from Karachi. Discover stunning destinations including Upper Kachura Lake, Shangrila Resort, Manthokha Waterfall, Shigar Fort, Sarfaranga Cold Desert, Khaplu Valley, Crystal Lake Sogha, and the scenic Basho Valley.
Enjoy comfortable hotel stays, scenic road journeys, breathtaking mountain views, and exciting optional activities along the way. The package also includes visits to Khanpur Lake, with convenient stopovers in Islamabad, Jaglot, and Besham or Mansehra, making this an unforgettable adventure through the natural wonders of northern Pakistan.
Tour Dates
| 23 Oct - 02 Nov | 30 Oct - 09 Nov | 06 - 16 Nov |
Highlights of Our Skardu, Khaplu & Basho Tour
11-Day Skardu, Khaplu & Basho Tour Itinerary
DAY 01 (Friday) – Departure from Karachi
- Travel to Islamabad via bus or train.
NOTE: Participants who choose the flight option will depart the next day.
DAY 02 (Saturday) – Arrival in Islamabad / Rawalpindi
- Reach Islamabad / Rawalpindi by evening.
- Travel to the hotel via own conveyance.
- Check in at the hotel and have some rest.
- Dinner and overnight stay in Islamabad / Rawalpindi.
Hotel: Index Hotel / Hardrock Hotel G-15 / FT Residencia Guest House.
Menu: Famous Savour’s Chicken Pulao with Shami Kebabs, served in a box with fresh salad, raita, and a cold drink.
NOTES:
- Airport / station pickup is available on request (additional charges apply).
- Hotel check-in time starts at 02:00 PM.
- Dinner on the first night will be served in rooms only between 09:30 PM and 10:00 PM.
- Arrivals before or after the specified dinner time will not be accommodated for dinner.
DAY 03 (Sunday) – Long Journey to Jaglot / Gonar Farm
Estimated travel time: 11–13 hours.
- Depart for Jaglot / Gonar Farm at 03:00 AM via the Besham–Dasu route (Old KKH).
- Breakfast on the way.
- Prayer break during the journey.
- Arrive at Jaglot / Gonar Farm late in the evening.
- Dinner and overnight stay in Jaglot / Gonar Farm.
Hotel: Safe Heaven Guest House / United Hotel or equivalent.
DAY 04 (Monday) – Jaglot / Gonar Farm to Skardu
Estimated travel time: 6–7 hours.
- Breakfast call.
- Depart for Skardu.
- Take a short stop at Astak Nala.
- Reach Kachura.
- Travel to Upper Kachura Lake.
- Spend leisure time at Upper Kachura Lake.
- Trek back to Lower Kachura Lake / Shangrilla Resort.
- Dinner and overnight stay in Skardu.
Hotel: Al Noor Starlet Hotel / Guest House or equivalent.
DAY 05 (Tuesday) – Manthokha Waterfall, Shigar Fort & Cold Desert
- Breakfast call.
- Travel to Manthokha Waterfall.
- Spend leisure time at the resort beside the waterfall.
- Travel to Shigar Valley and visit Shigar Fort.
- Prayer break during the journey.
- Visit Sarfaranga Cold Desert and enjoy activities such as quad biking, jeep safari, motorbiking, motor gliding, and horse riding.
- Activities are subject to availability and are not included in the package cost.
- Return to Skardu city in the evening.
- Dinner and overnight stay in Skardu.
Hotel: Al Noor Starlet Hotel / Guest House or equivalent.
DAY 06 (Wednesday) – Khaplu Valley Exploration
- Breakfast call.
- Depart for Khaplu Valley, approximately 3 hours from Skardu.
- Visit Ghawari Farms and Chaqchan Mosque.
- Visit Crystal Lake Sogha.
- Return to the hotel.
- Dinner and overnight stay in Skardu.
Hotel: Al Noor Starlet Hotel / Guest House or equivalent.
DAY 07 (Thursday) – Day Trip to Basho Valley
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Travel to Basho Valley via 4×4 Prado.
- Visit the Chocolate Mountains.
- Upon arrival, spend leisure time enjoying the breathtaking views of Basho Valley.
- Prayer break.
- Return to Skardu in the evening.
- Dinner and overnight stay in Skardu.
NOTE: Main luggage will be kept at the hotel. Only backpacks will be taken in the jeep.
Day 08 (Friday) – Skardu to Besham / Mansehra
Estimated travel time: 10–12 hours.
- Check out from the hotel.
- Breakfast on the way.
- Depart for Besham / Mansehra.
- Take short stops along the way, including Astak Nala, Ginni, and Sumar Nala.
- Prayer break during the journey.
- Arrive in Besham / Mansehra late in the evening.
- Dinner and overnight stay in Besham / Mansehra.
Hotel: Ramada Besham / Hussain Resort / Khan Continental or equivalent.
DAY 09 (Saturday) – Besham / Mansehra to Islamabad / Rawalpindi
Estimated travel time: 8 hours.
- Breakfast call.
- Visit Khanpur Lake for water sports activities.
- Prayer break.
- Travel back to Islamabad / Rawalpindi by evening.
- The tour will end for Islamabad / Rawalpindi members upon arrival at the hotel.
- Check in at the hotel (for Karachi members only).
- Overnight stay in Islamabad / Rawalpindi.
Hotel: Index Hotel / Hardrock Hotel G-15 / FT Residencia Guest House.
Menu: Famous Savour’s Chicken Pulao with Shami Kebabs, served in a box with fresh salad, raita, and a cold drink.
DAY 10 (Sunday) – Islamabad / Rawalpindi to Karachi
- Check out from the hotel.
- Travel to the bus terminal or railway station via own conveyance.
- Travel to Karachi.
NOTES:
- Breakfast on this day is not included in the package.
- Hotel check-out time is no later than 12:00 PM.
- Airport / station drop is available on request (additional charges apply).
- A flight option is also available for participants who wish to travel to Karachi by air.
DAY 11 (Monday) – Arrival in Karachi
- Arrive back in Karachi and return home with wonderful memories of the tour.
Skardu, Khaplu & Basho Tour Package Price
Without Islamabad Stays
- Rs. 56,000/. (Quad Sharing Room)
- Rs. 59,500/. (Triple Sharing Room)
- Rs. 63,000/. (Twin Sharing Room)
- Rs. 91,000/. (Solo Room)
- Free of Cost Below 4 years
Without Islamabad Stays
- Rs. 52,000/. (Quad Sharing Room)
- Rs. 54,500/. (Triple Sharing Room)
- Rs. 57,000/. (Twin Sharing Room)
- Rs. 77,000/. (Solo Room)
- Free of Cost Below 4 years
Where You’ll Stay

Islamabad
Index Hotel / Hard Rock Hotel

Jaglot/Goner farm
Safe Heaven Guest House/ United Hotel

Skardu
Al Noor Starlet Hotel / Guest House

Hunza
Signature Hunza / Hunza Elites

Besham
Ramada Hotel

Mansehra
Hussain Resort / Khan Continental
What's Included & Not Included in the Tour Package?
Services Included
- AC transport (Grand Cabin/ Coaster).
- Breakfast and Dinner.
- Hotel Accommodation.
- Services of a Tour Manager/ Guide.
- Basic Phone Photography.
- 4x4 (1990-92 Model) Prado for Basho Valley.
- Basic First Aid.
- Fuel, Parking fees, Toll Taxes, Challan and Driver Expense.
Services Not Included
- Bus/Train/Air Tickets
- Travel Insurance
- Lunch/Refreshments/Tea/Coffee
- Water sports/ Desert Activities.
- Entrance fee of any Fort, National park, etc.
- Ac and Heater in rooms.
- Laundry
- Trekking equipment.
- Extra Jeep/Yango/ In Drive Charges.
- An extra expense due to landslide, road closure, or any other reason beyond human control.
- Tip (If anyone wants to give to the driver/ guide at the end of the trip with their choice).
Addons
Train
- Rs. 24,000 – 25,000/-
Return Ticket Per Person — AC Standard, Green Line / Tezgam - Rs. 31,000 – 32,000/-
Return Ticket Per Person — AC Business, Green Line / Tezgam
Air
- Airfares are subject to fluctuations and will be confirmed upon booking.
Bus
- Rs. 17,000 – 18,000/-
Return Ticket Per Person — Faisal Movers / Kainat / Daewoo Executive Class - Rs. 20,000 – 21,000/-
Return Ticket Per Person — Faisal Movers / Daewoo Premium Plus Class - Rs. 25,000 – 26,000/-
Return Ticket Per Person — Daewoo / Faisal Movers Sleeper Class
PICKUP/DROP Cost From Islamababd Airport/Train Satation
- No. of Persons: 02 – 03 | Price: Rs. 5,000/-
- No. of Persons: 04 – 05 | Price: Rs. 6,000/-
- No. of Persons: 12 – 13 | Price: Rs. 12,000/-
Menu During the Trip
BREAKFAST
Channa
Paratha
Tea
Water
DINNER
OPTION 1
Roti
Daal/Vegetable
Cold Drinks
Drinking Water
OPTION 2
Roti
Raita
Daal/Vegetable
Cold Drinks
Drinking Water
OPTION 3
Fried Rice
Cold Drinks
Drinking Water
OPTION 4
Daal
Rice
Chapati
Raita
Cold Drinks
Drinking Water
NOTES
• Any one of the above menus will be selected by the tour guide on a daily basis.
• Mutton, beef, and fish items are not included in our menu.
• The hotel will charge separately for any additional items ordered by clients at breakfast or dinner.
• Tea and coffee are not included with dinner. If ordered, clients must pay for them separately.
Traveller’s Instruction
- Departure details, including hotel name and tour guide information, will be provided on the departure day, Friday (after Jummah prayer). Once received, kindly coordinate with the tour guide for further communication.
- Seats in Coaster, Grand Cabin, and Jeep vehicles are not reserved in advance. A seat rotation policy will be followed from the first day of the trip, with members rotating between front, middle, and back seats. Eventica Travels does not differentiate between front and back seats. We encourage cooperation, especially when accommodating elderly members. Seat changes may be made through mutual understanding.
- For Males: Pack 2–3 pairs of jeans or trousers, a few shirts and T-shirts, joggers, a jacket, a raincoat or umbrella, and a trekking stick (optional).
- For Females: Pack 3–4 suits, a jacket, joggers, a raincoat or umbrella, a shawl, and a trekking stick (optional).
- Bring your personal toiletries, including toothpaste, face wash, and other essentials.
- Carry a personal water bottle throughout the trip.
- Please follow the tour guide’s instructions throughout the journey.
- During stopovers, the vehicle’s engine will be turned off for passengers remaining inside.
- Carry your essential medications, such as road sickness medicine and any prescribed medication. If you have a specific medical condition or require special medication, please inform us beforehand. Consult a healthcare professional regarding appropriate medicines for your needs.
- Carry sufficient cash for personal expenses, as ATMs may not be available at all destinations.
- Members must report at least one hour before the scheduled departure time and remain punctual throughout the trip. Late arrivals may miss the departure, and the tour vehicle may continue without them.
- The ideal luggage weight is approximately 10 kg. Travel light to make packing and unpacking easier. Carry a backpack for essentials and day trips.
- All members must behave respectfully and ethically toward fellow travelers. Religious and political arguments should be avoided during the trip.
- Mobile network coverage may be weak or unavailable in certain areas. Carry a power bank, as charging facilities may be limited during the journey.
- We recommend confirming your booking as early as possible to secure your seat before availability runs out.
- At high altitudes, some guests may experience dizziness or other symptoms due to reduced oxygen availability. Parents traveling with infants, elderly guests, and individuals with asthma or other relevant medical conditions should consult a healthcare professional before traveling and take appropriate precautions.
- Please read the tour’s terms and conditions carefully before booking. Violations may result in removal from the trip in accordance with the applicable terms and conditions.
Terms & Conditions
- Every participant must carry their original CNIC/NICOP.
- Foreign nationals are not allowed to book group trips. However, similar private tours are available.
- The Undertaking/Registration Form is mandatory for every member to complete at the time of booking with 100% accurate personal details. Bookings will not be confirmed without a completed form.
- All pictures and videos provided or captured by the guides during the trip are the intellectual property of Eventica Travels. We reserve the right to use and publish them on our social media platforms and marketing channels.
- Avoid sharing personal pictures or videos in WhatsApp groups with other members or guides if you do not want them to be posted on social media later.
- If any of your pictures or videos are uploaded publicly and you are uncomfortable with them being shared, you may contact us at any time, and they will be removed immediately.
- Providing the child’s Birth Certificate/B-Form is mandatory at registration. If a child does not fall within the specified age bracket, Eventica Travels reserves the right to charge an additional amount.
- A photocopy of the Nikah Nama or an updated CNIC is mandatory for married couples requesting a separate room.
- A minimum of 8–10 members is required to operate a trip. If Eventica Travels cancels a trip due to insufficient registrations, members who have paid will be entitled to a 100% refund or may transfer the amount to the next trip.
- We constantly strive to improve our tour itineraries and features. If improvements can be made or unforeseen circumstances beyond our control require changes, we reserve the right to modify itineraries and substitute hotels.
- If any location mentioned in the itinerary is closed, the guide will determine an alternative route for the day.
- In case of late arrival, the tour bus will depart after a waiting period of 15 minutes. Eventica Travels will not be responsible for any resulting inconvenience or additional expenses.
- Eventica Travels reserves the right to cancel the trip of any member who misbehaves with fellow participants at any time during the trip.
- Members participate at their own risk with respect to loss or injury to persons or property. The company shall not be liable for any loss, injury, accident, damage, delay, or expense that may arise during the tour.
- No refunds or compensation will be provided during or after the trip in cases involving rain, storms, landslides, road closures, accidents, flat tires
Refund Policy
- 90% Refund if cancellation is made 15 days before the trip.
- 50% Refund if cancellation is made between 07-14 days before the trip.
- 25% Refund if cancellation is made 05 days before the trip.
- 0% Refund if cancellation is made Less than 05 days before the trip.
Note:
- All advance payments are treated as 100% payment; refunds will be based on this.
- No refund will be issued for any unused services during the trip.
- Refunds will be processed within 4–5 working days.
- Refunds for bus, train, or flight tickets depend on the provider’s policy. Eventica will assist but isn’t liable for delays or deductions.




