Day 01
Arrival in Islamabad
- Activities: Arrive at Islamabad Airport, transfer to the hotel. After refreshment, meet with the Alpine Club of Pakistan. Afternoon city tour of Rawalpindi and Islamabad.
- Overnight: Hotel in Islamabad.
Day 02
Islamabad to Chilas
- Activities: Drive to Chilas via the Karakoram Highway (461 km, 11-12 hours). Enjoy the scenic views of the 8th wonder of the world.
- Overnight: Hotel in Chilas.
Day 03
Chilas to Fairy Meadows
- Activities: Drive to Raikot Bridge (1-2 hours), then take a 4x4 Jeep to Tatto Village. Trek to Fairy Meadows (4-5 hours).
- Overnight: Camps or huts at Fairy Meadows.
Day 04
Fairy Meadows Exploration
- Activities: Day excursion to Nanga Parbat Base Camp (3986m, 4-5 hours one way). Visit Biyal Camp en route.
- Overnight: Camps or huts at Fairy Meadows.
Day 05
Fairy Meadows to Gilgit
- Activities: Drive to Raikot Bridge and then to Gilgit. Explore Gilgit.
- Overnight: Hotel in Gilgit.
Day 06
Gilgit to Hunza
- Activities: Drive to Karimabad, Hunza. Free afternoon to explore Karimabad.
- Overnight: Hotel in Hunza.
Day 07
Hunza Excursion
- Activities: Full-day exploration of Karimabad, including Duiker Sunrise, Hopper Glacier, and Baltit Fort.
- Overnight: Hotel in Hunza.
Day 08
Hunza to Minapin
- Activities: Early departure to Minapin village. Start trekking (3-4 hours).
- Overnight: Tents in Minapin.
Day 09
Minapin to Tagafari
- Activities: Trek to Tagafari (3-4 hours).
- Overnight: Tents in Tagafari.
Day 10
Tagafari to Hapakun
- Activities: Trek to Hapakun (2-3 hours).
- Overnight: Tents in Hapakun.
Day 11
Hapakun to Diran Base Camp
- Activities: Trek to Diran Base Camp and back to Hapakun (3-4 hours).
- Overnight: Tents in Hapakun.
Day 12
Hapakun to Rakaposhi Base Camp
- Activities: Trek to Rakaposhi Base Camp and back to Hapakun (3-4 hours).
- Overnight: Tents in Hapakun.
Day 13
Hapakun to Minapin
- Activities: Trek back to Minapin (6-7 hours).
- Overnight: Tents in Minapin.
Day 14
Minapin to Skardu
- Activities: Drive to Skardu along the Indus River. Lunch at Stak PTDC Motel.
- Overnight: Hotel in Skardu.
Day 15
Skardu Excursion
- Activities: Free day for exploration in Skardu (Kharpocho, Bazar) and preparation for the K2 Base Camp trek.
- Overnight: Hotel in Skardu.
Day 16
Skardu to Askoli
- Activities: Drive to Askoli via Shigar Valley (6-7 hours). Explore the scenic route and villages.
- Overnight: Camp in Askoli.
Day 17
Askoli to Jhola
- Activities: Trek to Jhola (6-7 hours, 18 km). Pass through Askoli village and Biafo Glacier.
- Overnight: Camp in Jhola.
Day 18
Jhola to Paiyu
- Activities: Trek to Paiyu (6-7 hours, 16.6 km). Enjoy views of the Cathedral Towers and K2.
- Overnight: Camp in Paiyu.
Day 19
Paiyu Rest Day
- Activities: Rest day for local exploration. Porters prepare food for the onward trek.
- Overnight: Camp in Paiyu.
Day 20
Paiyu to Khoborse
- Activities: Trek to Khoborse (4-5 hours, 10.9 km). Enjoy views of Great Trango and Uli Biaho Towers.
- Overnight: Camp in Khoborse.
Day 21
Khoborse to Urdukas
- Activities: Trek to Urdukas (4-5 hours). Enjoy panoramic views of Paiyu Peak, Uli Biaho, and Great Trango Tower.
- Overnight: Camp in Urdukas.
Day 22
Urdukas to Goro-II
- Activities: Trek to Goro-II (5-6 hours, 12.1 km). Spectacular views of Masherbrum and Muztagh Tower.
- Overnight: Camp in Goro-II.
Day 23
Goro-II to Concordia
- Activities: Trek to Concordia (4-5 hours, 9.2 km). Enjoy views of K2, Broad Peak, and Gasherbrum peaks.
- Overnight: Camp in Concordia.
Day 24-25
Concordia/K2 Base Camp
- Activities: Full-day excursion to K2 Base Camp and back to Concordia. Explore the base of the world’s second-highest peak.
- Overnight: Camp in Concordia.
Day 26
Concordia to Ali Camp
- Activities: Trek to Ali Camp (9.5 km, 5010m). Traverse the Baltoro Glacier.
- Overnight: Camp in Ali Camp.
Day 27
Ali Camp to Hispung
- Activities: Cross Gondogoro La Pass (5680m) and trek to Hispung.
- Overnight: Camp in Hispung.
Day 28
Hispung to Dalsangpa
- Activities: Trek to Dalsangpa (3-4 hours, 6.8 km). Enjoy views of the Gondogoro Glacier.
- Overnight: Camp in Dalsangpa.
Day 29
Dalsangpa to Saicho
- Activities: Trek to Saicho (3-4 hours). Descend through wild roses and cedar bushes.
- Overnight: Camp in Saicho.
Day 30
Saicho to Hushe
- Activities: Trek to Hushe (4-5 hours, 9.3 km). Enjoy views of K6, K7, and Link Sar peaks.
- Overnight: Camp in Hushe.
Day 31
Hushe to Khaplu
- Activities: Drive to Khaplu (3-4 hours). Explore the village and its surroundings.
- Overnight: Hotel in Khaplu.
Day 32
Khaplu to Thallay Valley
- Activities: Drive to Thallay Valley (3 hours). Set up camp.
- Overnight: Tents in Thallay Valley.
Day 33
Thallay to Olmochomik
- Activities: Trek to Olmochomik (3-4 hours). Pass through picturesque valleys.
- Overnight: Tents in Olmochomik.
Day 34
Olmochomik to Dubla Khan
- Activities: Trek to Dubla Khan (3-4 hours). Explore Thalley Brouq valleys.
- Overnight: Tents in Dubla Khan.
Day 35
Dubla Khan to Thallay La Pass
- Activities: Trek to Thallay La Pass (4200m).
- Overnight: Tents at Thallay La Pass.
Day 36
Thallay La Pass to Bukhmo
- Activities: Trek from Thallay La Pass to Shiger Valley and Bukhmo.
- Overnight: Tents in Bukhmo.
Day 37
Changmachan to Shiger Valley
- Activities: Trek through beautiful valleys to Shiger Valley.
Overnight: Tents in Shiger Valley.
Day 38
Shiger Valley to Skardu
- Activities: Drive to Skardu (5-6 hours).
- Overnight: Hotel in Skardu.
Day 39
Skardu to Chilas/Islamabad
- Activities: Fly to Islamabad or drive to Chilas (8-9 hours) if the flight is canceled.
- Overnight: Hotel in Chilas or Islamabad.
Day 40
Chilas to Islamabad
- Activities: Free day in Islamabad or drive from Chilas to Islamabad (11-12 hours).
- Overnight: Hotel in Islamabad.
Day 41
Islamabad Excursion
- Activities: Morning farewell meeting with the Alpine Club. Afternoon free for shopping and sightseeing.
- Overnight: Hotel in Islamabad.
Day 42
Departure
- Activities: Transfer to Islamabad Airport for international flight.
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