Culture Tour Itinerary
Culture tour, located in the enchanting region of Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan, is a destination renowned for its breathtaking spring blossoms. Every year in March and April, tourists from all corners of the globe flock to Skardu to witness the vibrant colors of spring. We provide exceptional package tours to Skardu during this splendid season, ensuring you have the opportunity to immerse yourself in the beauty of spring and experience the valley at its most resplendent.
- Day 1: Arrival in Islamabad. Visit Daman-e-Koh, Shah Faisal Mosque, Lok Virsa Museum.
- Day 2: Drive to Lahore (4-5 hrs). Visit Badshahi Mosque, Lahore Fort, Shalimar Gardens.
- Day 3: More Lahore: Walled City, Minar-e-Pakistan, Data Darbar, and local street food.
- Day 4: Visit Mauj Dera, Lahore Museum, and enjoy a food tour.
- Day 5: Drive to Multan (5-6 hrs). Visit Multan Fort, Bahauddin Zakariya Shrine, Shah Rukn-e-Alam Mausoleum.
- Day 6: More Multan’s Sufi shrines, bazaars, and handicraft workshops.
- Day 7: Drive to Peshawar (7-8 hrs). Visit Khyber Pass, Bala Hisar Fort, and Qissa Khwani Bazaar.
- Day 8: More Peshawar: Saddar Bazaar, Peshawar Museum, and enjoy Peshawari Chapli Kebab.
- Day 9: Drive to Swat Valley (4-5 hrs). Visit Fizagat Park, Mingora, and scenic valley views.
- Day 10: More Swat: Visit Udegram Buddhist Monastery and Malam Jabba for views and hiking.
- Day 11: Drive to Islamabad (5-6 hrs). Visit **Rawalpindi** or enjoy a free day.
- Day 12: Departure from Islamabad.
- Comprehensive airport pickup and drop-off services.
- Round-trip airfare between Islamabad and Skardu.
- Transportation, including briefings, debriefings, and sightseeing.
- Transportation between Skardu, Askoli, Hushe, and Skardu.
- Three nights of accommodation in Islamabad, featuring twin-bed rooms with bed and breakfast provided.
- Three nights of full board accommodation in a Skardu hotel.
- Two nights of full board accommodation in a Chilas hotel.
- Coverage for local staff, encompassing wages, insurance, food, and equipment.
- Support from low porters to transport expedition and trekking equipment, as well as food supplies.
- Allowance for 75 kg of equipment per climbing member on the ascent.
- Allowance for 50 kg of equipment per climbing member on the descent.
- Provision of all trekking and base camp meals.
- Supply of comfortable member tents, mess tents, kitchen tents, storage tents, office tents, shower tents, toilet tents, tables, chairs, and kitchen utensils.
- Assistance with reconfirming international flight tickets.
- Coverage of all camping fees, road taxes, and bridge crossing fees.
- Supply of low porters' equipment.
- Documentation and climbing permit.
- Management fees for CKNP West.
- Royalty fees and additional member fees.
- Kit allowance, food, and flight fare for the liaison officer.
- Availability of an electric generator/solar system at the base camp.
- Heating system at the base camp.
- Personal travel gear (clothing, accessories, and personal items)
- Travel insurance (must cover trip cancellations, medical emergencies, and evacuation)
- Visa fees, passport processing, and immigration-related costs
- Meals and accommodation outside of the specified tour itinerary (e.g., in Gilgit or Skardu)
- Tips for tour guides, drivers, and support staff
- Any optional activities or excursions not mentioned in the tour itinerary
- Personal medications, first-aid kits, or health-related supplies
- Alcoholic beverages, soft drinks, or non-essential personal consumables
- Satellite phone rental or personal communication devices
- Expenses related to flight delays, cancellations, or any unforeseen travel disruptions
- Any extra transportation or special accommodation requests outside the itinerary
- Extended stays or early departures outside the scheduled tour dates
- Extra baggage charges or personal excess baggage