Shandur, Phandar Valley and Naltar Valley Gilgit

Shandur, Phandar Valley and Naltar Valley Gilgit

6 Days
April - October

Islamabad
6 Days 5 Nights
Quotation on request

Shandur Top (el. 12,200 feet (3,700 m)) located in Chitral District, Pakistan. Shandur is often called the ‘Roof of the World’. The top is flat, a plateau and can be crossed between late April and early November. The grade is very gradual, and the area is crossed by plentiful small streams during summer.Every year there is a polo match played on Shandur Top between the home teams of Gilgit and Chitral teams from other regions. Shandur Pass is one of the major mountain passes between Chitral and Gilgit-Baltistan. Phandar Valley is situated 61 kilometers (38 miles) from the valley of Gupis, in District Ghizer of Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan. A twisting road passing through lush green fields and forests with a view of flowing river and icy peaks will lead you to this charming valley. From springs of crystal clear waters to lakes and rivers of deep blue water, there are all colors of nature’s beauty in Phandar Valley. The very first glance of this valley will eleminate all fatigue of journey and will reenrgise you with its mesmarising views. Peaceful deep blue waters of River Ghizer and surrounding lush green and golden fields are breathtaking. Weather of Phandar valley stays very pleasant between June and July and this is the best time to visit this valley because the beauty of this valley goes at its peak during these months. Days stays fair and warm and nights are a little cold.

Departure & Return Location

Islamabad

Price Includes

Standard Transport

Quality Hotel Accommodation in mentioned hotels

1 Night standard Camping accommodation at Shandur top

Jeep rental for Naltar valley

Services of a guide

Standard 3 times a day Meal & Refreshment during the Trip

Road tolls

Basic first aid kit.

Price Excludes

Medication, evacuation and rescue etc.

Beverages & phone calls or other expenses of personal nature

Extra expenses due to road blocks or other reason

Porter Charges to Carry Personal Items.

Anything not mentioned above

Itinerary

Day 1 Departure from Islamabad

Departure from Islamabad
Tea stopover at Abbotabad
Overnight in Travel

Day 02 Naran – Gilgit

Breakfast at Naran. Continue travel towards Gilgit. On way stopover at Jalkhad, Lalusar Lake, Babusar Top.
Lunch at Jaglot.
Stopover at Nangaparbat view point and meeting point of three mountain ranges.
Arrival at Gilgit, Transfer to Hotel.
Dinner & Overnight stay at Embassy Lodge Gilgit.

Day 03 Visit to Naltar Valley

Breakfast
Visit to Naltar Valley and lake.
Sightseeing and lunch at Naltar valley.
Drive back to Gilgit in evening.
Departure for Gupis.
Dinner & Overnight stay at PTDC Motel Gupis.

Day 04 Naltar Valley – Shandoor

Breakfast & Departure for Shandoor.
Arrival at Shandoor, Lunch at Shandoor.
Witness the Shandoor Polo Festival Matches & Visit to Shandoor Lake.
Dinner & overnight in camps.

Day 05 Departure for Gilgit

Breakfast
Witness the Polo Matches (Subject to season)
Lunch and departure for Gilgit.
Tea stopover on way at Phandar.
Dinner & overnight Stay at PTDC Motel Gupis.

Day 06 Return to Islamabad

Breakfast & Departure for Islamabad.
Lunch at Jalkhad.
Continue travel towards Islamabad.
Tea stopover on way.
Drop at Islamabad.

*End of Tour*

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