Khaplu Tours & Holidays

Khaplu Small Group Tours & Tailor-Made Holidays

Khaplu is a beautiful village just a few miles east of Skardu with picturesque terraced fields growing all sorts of crops. Khaplu was once a famous and wealthy kingdom and the Khaplu Palace was once the residential fort of the local ruler. After the Aga Khan Foundation showed interest in the palace, it was renovated and turned into an exquisite hotel which is one of Pakistan's most beautiful and charming properties. From Khaplu you can follow the Shyok and Hushe Rivers into the heart of the Karakoramand ...

Visit Baleygon school

Spend some time at the Wild Frontiers Foundation sponsored school in the remote Hushe Valley village of Baleygon, and learn about the needs and support of education in this remote area.

EXPLORE THE HUSHE VALLEY

Set off deep into the heart of the Karakoram as you drive up the Hushe Valley and enjoy spectacular mountain scenery and some of the best hiking in all of Pakistan.

STAY AT THE STUNNING KHAPLU PALACE

Soak up the history and beauty of Khaplu Palace, and discover the nearby gems of Khanqah mosque, a wool spinning centre and Khaplu Women's Vocational Training Centre.

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Khaplu Palace, Khaplu

This 19th Century Fort has recently been restored to its former glory by the Aga Khan Foundation and as such is an excellent escape in this rural area of Baltistan. Located just outside of the town,…

TOURS FEATURING Khaplu

Travel to Pakistan with like-minded people on one of our small group tours (usually max size 12), featuring knowledgeable local guides and an expert tour leader.

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