A fully air-based way to combine Skardu and Hunza without the 7-8 hour road transfer between them. Since there's no direct flight linking Skardu and Gilgit, this tour routes both legs through Islamabad, trading a long overland day for two short, scenic domestic flights, ideal for travelers short on time who still want both regions.
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1, Fly to Skardu
Morning flight to Skardu. Check in and relax at Shangrila Resort.
Day 2, Kachura Lakes & Satpara Lake
Upper Kachura Lake and Satpara Lake.
Day 3, Deosai National Park
Full-day 4x4 expedition to Deosai, Sheosar Lake and wildflower meadows.
Day 4, Shigar Fort & Katpana Desert
Shigar Fort heritage tour and the Katpana Cold Desert.
Day 5, Fly Skardu → Islamabad → Gilgit
Return flight to Islamabad, connecting the same day onward to Gilgit, avoiding the long Skardu-Gilgit road transfer entirely. Drive on to Hunza in the afternoon (roughly 2-2.5 hours from Gilgit).
Day 6, Hunza Heritage
Baltit Fort and Altit Fort. Ganish Heritage Village.
Day 7, Attabad Lake & Passu
Boat ride on turquoise Attabad Lake. Passu Cones and Borith Lake.
Day 8, Eagle's Nest & Karimabad
Sunset at Eagle's Nest viewpoint over Rakaposhi. Free time in Karimabad Bazaar.
Day 9, Fly Home
Drive to Gilgit Airport for your flight back to Islamabad.
Tour Highlights
Shangrila Resort & Kachura LakesDeosai National ParkShigar FortBaltit Fort & Altit Fort, HunzaAttabad LakeEagle's Nest Sunset ViewpointPassu Cones
✅ What's Included
✓ Return flights Islamabad to Skardu and Islamabad to Gilgit
✓ Hotel with breakfast throughout
✓ Private 4x4 transport in both regions
✓ Licensed local guide in each region
✓ Airport transfers
❌ Not Included
✗ Lunches and dinners
✗ Personal expenses
✗ Travel insurance
Tour Information
Duration
9 Days / 8 Nights
Travel Mode
By Air ✈ (both legs)
Regions Covered
Skardu, Hunza
Best Time
May to October
Group Size
2 to 10 people
Physical Level
Easy to moderate
Where You'll Stay
🏨
Skardu city hotel
4 nights with breakfast included.
🏨
Hunza valley hotel
3 nights with mountain views.
Questions About This Tour
No, there's no direct air route between the two, so this tour connects both legs through Islamabad. It still saves significant time compared to the 7-8 hour road transfer between Skardu and Hunza.
Yes, typically, two domestic flight legs cost more than a single road transfer, but you gain roughly a full extra day of sightseeing instead of driving. Our road-based Skardu Gilgit Hunza Tour remains available if you'd prefer the classic overland route.
Both Skardu and Gilgit flights are weather-dependent visual approaches. We build a buffer into the itinerary where possible, but recommend flexible onward travel plans given this tour involves two separate domestic connections.
Couple & Family by Air