Complete Guide to Skardu Tour Packages: What to Expect & How to Choose

Choosing the right Skardu tour package can make or break your trip. With so many options on the market — from luxurious private tours to budget group packages — it's easy to feel overwhelmed. This guide breaks it all down so you can book with confidence.

Types of Skardu Tour Packages

1. Express Skardu Tour (3–5 Days)

Perfect for: Weekend travelers, first-timers, those with limited time.

A 4-5 day Skardu tour is an excellent introduction to the region. You can comfortably visit:

• Kharpocho Fort
• Shangrila Resort and Upper Kachura Lake
• Katpana Cold Desert
• Shigar Fort
• Deosai National Park (as a full-day 4x4 jeep safari)

Average cost: $400–$700 per person (group tour)

2. Standard Skardu Valley Tour (7–10 Days)

Perfect for: Photographers, culture enthusiasts, families, and most tourists.

This is the most popular category. An 8-day Skardu tour lets you explore at a relaxed pace and venture further to places like:

• Manthoka Waterfall (Kharmang Valley)
• Khaplu Fort and Palace
• The beautiful Hushe Valley
• Satpara Lake and Dam

Average cost: $800–$1,500 per person (group tour)

3. Skardu & Hunza Combined Tour (10–14 Days)

Perfect for: Those who want to see the absolute best of Gilgit-Baltistan.

Combining Skardu and Hunza gives you two completely different but equally stunning landscapes. After exploring Skardu's lakes and deserts, you drive along the legendary Karakoram Highway to Hunza for:

• Attabad Lake (turquoise blue!)
• Baltit Fort and Altit Fort
• Eagle's Nest viewpoint
• Passu Cones glacier views

Average cost: $1,200–$2,500 per person

4. Trekking Expeditions (14–21 Days)

Perfect for: Serious trekkers and adventure seekers.

These are the flagship tours: the K2 Base Camp Trek, the Gondogoro La crossing, the Baltoro Glacier walk, and more. These require good physical fitness and prior trekking experience.

Average cost: $2,500–$5,000+ per person

What's Included in a Skardu Tour?

A reputable Skardu tour package should include:

• ✅ Airport pickup and drop-off
• ✅ Hotel accommodation (as specified in the package)
• ✅ All meals (or breakfast + dinner minimum)
• ✅ Local transport (4x4 jeeps for day trips)
• ✅ An English-speaking licensed guide
• ✅ Entry fees to all mentioned attractions

Questions to Ask Before Booking

1. Is accommodation breakfast-included or full board?
2. How many passengers share the jeep?
3. What happens if a flight is cancelled due to weather?
4. Is the guide licensed by the Tourism Corporation of Pakistan?
5. What is your cancellation and refund policy?

At Skardu Trips, all our packages include clear answers to every one of these questions. We believe transparency is the foundation of a great travel experience.