8 DAYS 7 NIGHTS HUNZA & SKARDU SPRING BLOSSOM TOUR
Overview
Hunza & Skardu, northern Pakistan, especially Hunza and Skardu, offers stunning cherry and
apricot blossom seasons, even with fewer varieties compared to Japan. The
season runs from late March to late April, accompanied by festivals and
cultural events. With blossoms set against the Karakoram, Himalayas, and
Hindukush, it has become one of the most beautiful and increasingly popular
blossom destinations in the world.
Itinery
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Day 1: Arrival Islamabad (200 KM / 2 – 3 HOURS)
- Arrive at Islamabad International Airport.
- Meet-up with tour chauffeur.
- Overnight at hotel in Islamabad.
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Day 2: Islamabad - Chilas (450 KM / 9 – 10 HOURS)
- Early breakfast will be served at hotel restaurant
- Drive to Chillas
- We cross the towns of Pattan and Dassu in Kohistan while several streams from both sides join the Indus, like Dubair Nala and Samar Nala
- Brief photo stop at Shatial Rocks with ancient graffiti's on it
- Arrive at hotel
- Overnight at hotel in Chilas
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Day 3: Chilas – Hunza (250 KM / 5 – 6 HOURS)
- Breakfast will be served at hotel restaurant
- After breakfast drive to Hunza
- While on drive we make a few photo stops at Thalechi with Nanga Parbat viewpoint offering
- breathtaking views of snow-covered massif
- The next stop will be at the Unique Point where three mountain ranges, Karakoram, Himalayas
- and Hindu Kush meet, near the confluence of Indus and Gilgit Rivers
- Drive to Hunza
- Arrive at Karimabad and transfer to hotel
- Overnight at hotel in Hunza
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Day 4: Baltit Fort–Altit Fort–Altit Gardens–Nagar Valley–Hooper Glacier–Eagle Nest View Point –Karimabad Bazaar (250 KM / 4 – 5 HOURS)
- Breakfast will be served at hotel
- After Breakfast visit Baltit Fort, Altit Fort and Altit Gardens
- Later proceed for half day excursion to Nagar Valley
- Visit Eagle’s Nest View Point
- Free time will be given in Karimabad Bazar (shopping time in market for handicraft, gemstones, dry-fruits, fruit-products etc)
- Overnight at hotel in Hunza
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Day 5: Passu Cones–Khunjerab Pass–Husseni Bridge–Attabad Lake (375 KM / 5 – 6 HOURS)
- Early breakfast will be served at hotel restaurant
- After breakfast visit Passu Cones, Khunjerab Pass and Husseni Suspension Bridge
- Later visit Attabad Lake
- Overnight at hotel in hunza
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Day 6: Hunza - Besham (450 KM / 9 – 10 HOURS)
- Breakfast will be served at hotel
- After breakfast drive to Besham
- Overnight at hotel in Besham
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Day 7: Besham–Peshawar (375 KM / 5 – 6 HOURS)
- Breakfast will be served at hotel.
- After Breakfast visit Shigar Valley, Katpana Desert and Shigar Fort.
- Later visit Hussainabad Museum.
- Drive back to hotel.
- Overnight at hotel in Skardu.
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Day 8: Peshawar – Islamabad Airport Drop (300 KM / 4 – 5 HOURS)
- Breakfast will be served at hotel
- After breakfast visit Peshawar Museum, Mohabbat Khan Mosque and Sethi House
- Later visit Qissa Khawani Bazaar
- Drop off at Islamabad Airport
- Temperature controlled transport
- Diesel / Tolls /Parking
- Hotel Accommodation (Twin / Double Sharing)
- Breakfast
- Drinking Water Bottle 0.5 LTR (2 Bottles per person per day)
- International or Domestic Flight
- Anything not listed in above details
- Laundry
- Lunch and Dinner
- Entrance Fee as per itinerary
- Services of Guide
- Boat Ride at Attabad Lake
- Telephone Calls
- Soft Drinks, Tea or Coffee
- Any personal expense Gratitude for Chauffeur and Guide
- Horse Ride and Portages if any
- Personal insurance of participants & their luggage
- Extra expenses due to landslides\road blocks\acts of nature\political reasons etc.
Booking Policy:
• Reservation booking 7-10 days / (30-60 Days for Peak Period)
• Prices are based on per person, with a minimum of 2 pax to go.
• A 50% deposit is required upon confirmation for bookings made 40–60 days prior to the service date.
• The booking will be confirmed after the deposit payment will be made.
• The price quoted is merely a quotation. No booking has been made until we receive your written confirmation.
• The company will not make booking 5 days before arrival date/ tour starts.
• Package prices are subject to change without prior notice.
• Sri Sutra Travel reserves the right to alter the itinerary, accommodation, route, or schedule when necessary or in the event of unforeseen circumstances.
Cancellation policy (not applicable during peak season):
• Cancellation 45 days before the tour starts: a 30% fee will be charged.
• Cancellation 30 days before the tour starts: a 50% fee will be charged.
• Cancellation 15 days before the tour starts: a 100% fee will be charged.
• No-show: 100% of the total price will be charged.
* Cancellations must be made in writing and are subject to approval by the hotel or supplier. Otherwise, the full amount will be charged and is non-refundable.
• All payments made are non-refundable in the event of cancellation or non-utilization of the package.
Refund Policy:
In case of cancellation booking, after cancellation charged, the remaining payment will be kept for next
booking. The refund will applicable to be claimed for the next booking within 1 year and no policy to refund by monetary terms.
Terms of Payment:
• A 50% deposit is required upon confirmation for bookings made 40–60 days prior to the service date.
• The 1st 50% deposit (no refund) of total expenses is required within 7days after the booking is confirmed.
• Balance payment must be made 30 working days before the service date or according to the hotel/supplier deadline.
Payment Details:
Company Name : Sri Sutra Travel Sdn Bhd
Bank Name : Malayan Banking Berhad
Account No. : 514105317719
Branch : Dayabumi
Swift Code : MBBEMYKL
Bank Address : Lot F1/26 & F1/27, 1st Floor,
Dayabumi Complex,
Jalan Sultan Hishamuddin,
50050 Kuala Lumpur.
Note: Please send a copy of the payment/remittance slip for reference. All bank charges are to be borne by the payer.
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