Baltistan Cultural Tour

Skardu / Khaplu

The living culture of Baltistan: the forts of Shigar and Khaplu, Balti villages, high-altitude desert and the quiet warmth of mountain hospitality.

Difficulty

1 / 10

Leisurely

Max elevation

2,500m / 8,202ft

Trip length

9 days

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Gallery

On this journey

Photography creditsKhaplu Palace Yabgo Khar · Photo: mhtoori, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons | Khaplu Palace in Blossom · Photo: Furqanlw, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons | Khaplu Palace Colonnade · Photo: Bilalnawazphotography, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons | Inside Shigar Fort · Photo: Shahbazaslam1, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons | Shigar Fort Interior · Photo: Faizanahmad, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons | Shigar Fort Valley · Photo: Sjali, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons | Manthokha Waterfall · Photo: Rajab Saha, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons

Day by day

Itinerary

A sample outline. Final itineraries are tailored to your dates and pace.

Day 1

Arrive Skardu

Day 2

Shigar Fort

Day 3

Khaplu Palace

Day 4

Balti villages

Day 5

Cold desert

Day 6

Depart

What's included

Accommodation throughout
Ground transport and transfers
English-speaking local guide
Permits where required
Breakfast daily
International flights
Travel insurance
Visa fees
Personal expenses and tips

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