Skardu Autumn Tour

The morning kicks off with a visit to Lower Kachura Lake, where you can view the top-class autumn atmosphere. The poplar and pine trees surrounding the Shangrila Resort and Lower Kachura Lake make it a delightful place to immerse yourself in. Continue the journey ahead to Upper Kachura Lake, where the apricot and apple orchards against the striking blue colour of the lake make it a place worth visiting.

Explore Soq Valley. The alpine serenity, the golden autumn colours, and the river flowing close by make it the best location to visit. While travelling towards Skardu City, the wild olive trees on each side of the road near Hoto create a wonderful ambiance that is out of this world. You will hike to Karpocho Fort, a fort that sits atop a cliff overlooking the entire region. As the evening arrives, you will retreat to your hotel and enjoy an overnight stay in Skardu.

With breakfast done, set off early to explore the hidden autumn treasures at Chunda Valley. The colourful hues of apricot, apple, cherry, and mulberry leaves make it the most attractive village in the entire region. You can visit or join locals harvesting barley and wheat crops. Spend the entire day exploring Chunda Valley. Retire to your local guesthouse and marvel at the appealing autumn serenity of the region.

On this stretch of the Skardu Autumn Tour, discover Bilamik Meadows, a lesser-known beauty located in Rondu Valley. The transformation of the meadow from lively green pasture to warm autumn colour makes it an ideal location for you to explore. You will interact with the local shepherds and learn how they are practising the generations-old techniques of animal husbandry. After the full-day excursion at Bilamik, return to your hotel for the overnight stay.

Set off early in the morning to discover the autumn beauty of Deosai National Park. The plateau not only welcomes you with bronze autumn colours, but you will also see fresh snowfall at many locations. Visit Barapani and Sheosar Lake. The chilly autumn weather makes it ideal to stroll around and explore on foot. Make sure to wear warm clothes.

Explore the rich biodiversity of Deosai, grab your binoculars and search the vast plains for the famed Himalayan brown bear and marmots. You can also enjoy fishing for Himalayan trout at the plateau. Later in the day, drive back to Skardu and spend another beautiful evening at your hotel.

Enjoy one last morning amidst the tranquil autumn foliage. After breakfast, drive to the airport and bid farewell to our team. The Skardu Autumn Tour comes to an end with lots of memories to take home.