TOUR DE NORTH 10 Days Tour to Hunza Valley, Skardu Ali Usman-SALES MANAGER 0333-6287574 (Falcon Adventure) About Pakistan: Pakistan is blessed with world three highest mountain ranges with hundreds of snow covered mountains. In these ranges Himalaya, Karakorum and Hindukush is widely known. K2 is in the Karakorum range and it’s the world second highest mountain range. And in these beautiful mountain ranges we have thousands of beautiful treks from lush green meadows to snow covered treks. Along with Falcon Adventure Club you can explore Pakistan and you can cherish each & every moment in our valleys and enjoy the traditions & culture of this part of the world ABOUT HUNZA: Hunza was formerly a princely state and one of the most loyal vassals to the Maharaja of Jammu and Kashmir, bordering China to the north-east and Pamir to its northwest, which survived until 1974, when it was dissolved by Zulfikar Ali Bhutto. The state bordered the Gilgit Agency to the south, the former princely state of Nagar to the east. The state capital was the town of Baltit (also known as Karimabad) and its old settlement is Ganish Village. Hunza was an independent principality for more than 900 years. The British gained control of Hunza and the neighbouring valley of Nagar between 1889 and 1892 followed by a military engagement of severe intensity. The then Thom (Prince) Mir Safdar Ali Khan of Hunza fled to Kashghar in China and sought what can be called political asylum. The ruling family of Hunza is called Ayeshe (heavenly), from the following circumstance. The two states of Hunza and Nagar were formerly one, ruled by a branch of the Shahreis, the ruling family of Gilgit, whose seat of government was Nagar. Tradition relates that Mayroo Khan, apparently the first Muslim Thum ofNagar some 200 years after the introduction of the religion of Islam to Gilgit, married a daughter of Trakhan of Gilgit, who bore him twin sons named Moghlot and Girkis. From the former the present ruling family of Nager is descended. The twins are said to have shown hostility to one another from birth. Their father seeing this and unable to settle the question of succession, divided his state between them, giving to Girkis the north, and to Moghlot the south, bank of the river. The visitors to Hunza are overwhelmed by the rugged charm, the fragrant breeze singing through graceful poplar trees and the velvet-like green carpet of wheat fields, set against the background of snow-covered mountains. ABOUT SKARDU: In the extreme north of Pakistan, Skardu the central valley of Gilgit-Baltistan, is an epitome of beauty, serenity and wilderness. Paths to some of the world’s highest mountains that includes K2, K3, and Gasherbrum; all are connected through this valley. These towering mountains attract thousands of climbers from all over the world each year; some have even lost their lives in efforts to summit these steep climbs. Skardu district is located at the confluence of river Indus and the Shyok river and makes the base camp for leading tourist destinations in Gilgit-Baltistan including K-2. The district is the best manifestation of hospitality and respect to tourist. People of Skardu can speak English and Urdu but their mother tongue is Balti. Of particular note, Kharpocho Fort, Manthal Rock (Buddha Rock), Sadpara and Kachura Lake, exquisite Shangile Lake and the most famous Deosai plateau. Shigar fort renovated on scientific lines while preserving the cultural and architectural values, presents a through learning of the history and culture on one hand while offers a comfortable stay in traditional room/suites on the other hand with continental and local food varieties. After Jaglot on the Karakoram Highway, a turn towards Skardu. During the seven-hour journey, one is greeted with several streams, springs, and the hospitality of the local people. Soon after crossing the old wooden bridge built over the River Indus, one reaches Shangrila. About Falcon Adventure Club: Falcon Adventure Club is one of the largest tourism company in Pakistan and working in this sector since 2011. Falcon Adventure club is registered with all the regulatory authorities in Pakistan, including Department of tourist services, security & exchange commission of Pakistan. We have a team of qualified guides, mostly from Skardu, fairy meadows & Hunza Valley. Keeping in mind the security matter in mind, we always follow the time schedule provided by the police department and in case of foreigners we notify them in advance to get the services of escort. You can email us any information you need regarding Pakistan or company at [email protected] Our Affiliations: License #: 1902 TOUR ROUTE MAP: Package: Standard/deluxe: both available Date: will be decided by you Total Number of Days: 10 No. of Participants: 1-100 Weather Condition: Moderate on KKH, Hunza, skardu Cold at Khujurab & Khaplu Longest traveling day in tour Plan: From Islamabad to Chilas and then from chilas to Muzafrabad Hiking Trekking level: Trekking is not involved in this tour plan In case you are looking for Deluxe package or student package then you can ask our sales representative to change the package. In case of any changes in tour plan or no. of participants it can affect the cost of tour. DAY 1: Pick up from Airport Drop at hotel Rest time for 3 Hours Departure for Faisal Mosque Damn e koh Monal for dinner Day 2: Pick up from Hotel at 04:00am Breakfast stop at Mansehra 08:00am Lunch stop at Beham Night stay in Chilas DAY 3: Departure for Hunza Valley Stop at Junction if Point (junction of the world 3 highest mountain ranges) Stop at Rakaposhi view point Visit of Altit Fort on day 2 Night stay in Hunza Day 4: Departure for Attabad lake & Khunjurab pass 4 hours journey from Hunza back to Hunza in the evening Day 5: Visit of Baltit fort, eagle Nest & Hunza Market. Night stay in Hunza Day 6: Breakfast at 07:00am departure for Skardu Valley Visit of upper kachura & lower Kachura Lake Night stay in Skardu Valley Day 7: Visit of Sadpara lake and then departure for Khaplu valley Visit of khaplu palace & Chukchin Mosque Night stay in Khaplu Day8: Departure for Shigar valley Visit of Jalbazo lake & shigar palace Night stay in Shigar Day 9: Departure for Chilas Night stay in Chilas Day 10: breakfast at 07am departure for muzafrabad arrival in muzafrabad at 08:00pm Night stay in Muzafrabad Day 10: Departure for Islamabad we can reach back on this day according to your flight timings End of Services SERVICES INCLUDED: Breakfast, Lunch dinner Hotel Expense (3 double bed Rooms with extra mattresses) Private Hiace with Fuel Services of a Driver & Guide Basic first aid kit Toll Taxes Food and stay expenses of driver & guide Jeeps for Jalbazo lake Entry Tickets for Altit & Baltit Fort, Khaplu Palace & Khunjurab National park Visa Assistance Invitation Letters SERVICES NOT INCLUDED: Any other jeep Porters (for carrying personal equipment of participant) Extra expenses due to landslides\road blocks Tea, Mineral water and Cold drinks expense Extra expenses due to the acts of nature and political reasons etc. Any item not mentioned above Medication, evacuation and rescue etc. in emergencies Personal insurances of clients Laundry, beverages & phone calls or other expenses of personal nature IMPORTANT DETAILS: In season, it’s very difficult to get bookings, so we suggest you to make your booking as early as possible. * 50% ADVANCE PAYMENT FOR CONFIRMATION OF YOUR BOOKING * DON'T FORGET TO BRING YOUR ORIGINAL CNIC CARD MODE OF PAYMENTS: : VIA BANK: I> ACCOUNT TITLE: FALCON ADVENTURE CLUB ACC #: 021-0155624002 DUBAI ISLAMIC BANK II> ACCOUNT TITLE: FALCON ADVENTURE CLUB ACC #: 5626-5000595394 BANK ALFALAH LTD III> FALCONITE TOURS ACC #: 5626-5000474475 BANK ALFALAH LTD Cancellation Policy: 1. 24 HRS or less, 100% cancellation charges do apply. 2. 48 HRS or less, 100% cancellation charge do apply. 3. 4 days or less– 50% cancellation charge do apply. 4. 7 days or less – 30% cancellation charge do apply. 5. and before 7 days we will refund 100% advance payment the menu [email protected]) Office Details: 051-8449784 [email protected] www.falconclub.pk FLAT # 2, BLOCK 56-E, MAIN IBN-E-SINA ROAD, G 11/3, ISLAMABAD For any Details about our legal status: http://www.falconclub.pk/Home/OurAffiliations For more details: Ali Usman 03336287574 * DON'T FORGET TO BRING YOUR ORIGINAL CNIC CARD/PASSPORT & IN CASE OF FOREIGNER YOU SHOULD HAVE A VALID TOURIST VISA ALONG WITH ORIGINAL PASSPORT. 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