10-Day Itinerary for Skardu, Pakistan

1. Day 1: Katpana Lake
   30 minutes (22km) from Skardu

   Enjoy a serene view of the beautiful lake with its turquoise waters and surrounding mountains.

2. Day 2: Shigar Fort
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   23 minutes (17km) from Katpana Lake

   Explore the beautiful fort, showcasing exquisite woodwork with a view of the surrounding landscapes.

3. Day 3: Kachura Lakes
   52 minutes (36km) from Shigar Fort

   Enjoy the scenic beauty, boating and marvel the crystal clear water of Shangrila lake.

4. Day 4: Upper Kachura Lake
   20 minutes (9km) from Kachura Lakes

   Take a picturesque drive to witness the unique natural beauty of the Upper Kachura Lake with its surreal cerulean waters.

5. Day 5: Kharpocho Fort
   1 hour 5 minutes (43km) from Upper Kachura Lake

   Immerse into the culture with a visit to the ancient castle and enjoy a panoramic view of valleys and peaks surrounding the area.

6. Day 6: Khaplu Palace & Garden
   1 hour 35 minutes (68.7km) from Kharpocho Fort

   Discover the beauty of Khaplu Palace and its historical royal garden architecture with a stunning mountainous backdrop.

7. Day 7: Deosai National Park
   2 hours 24 minutes (94km) from Khaplu Palace

   Experience a unique eco-system of Deosai with its endemic species of flora and fauna at the highest plateau in the world.

8. Day 8: Shangrila Resort
   3 hours 24 minutes (142km) from Deosai National Park

   Take a day to relax, unwind, and enjoy the facilities and ambiance of Shangrila Resort and its beautiful location in perfect surroundings.

9. Day 9: Manthoka Waterfall
   2 hours 20 minutes (94km) from Shangrila Resort

   Enjoy a scenic drive and trek through the picturesque landscape to the mesmerizing waterfall and its glistening milky waters.

10. Day 10: Satpara Lake
    51 minutes (25.2km) from Manthoka Waterfall

    End the tour by discovering the breathtaking scenery of Satpara Lake and a tranquil boating experience in its stunning setting.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Katpana Lake (2 hours, free)
• Shigar Fort (2-3 hours, PKR 500)
• Kachura Lakes (3-4 hours, PKR 700 boating)
• Upper Kachura Lake (1-2 hours, free)
• Kharpocho Fort (1-2 hours, PKR 300-500)
• Khaplu Palace & Garden (2-3 hours, PKR 1000)
• Deosai National Park (5-6 hours, PKR 600-1200)
• Shangrila Resort (5-6 hours, PKR 1000-1500)
• Manthoka Waterfall (3-4 hours, free)
• Satpara Lake (2-3 hours, PKR 500-1000 boating)
Total Estimated Costs: PKR 5,600 - PKR 6,500

Useful Tips

For additional days, you may want to visit the ancient ruins of Thorgai or go on a mountaineering hike up K2, or visit the archaeological sites of Kharphocho Fort. For those with limited time, eliminate Deosai National park from the itinerary.