Fairy Meadows Summer Escape: 2-Day Itinerary

🚌 Getting There Islamabad → Fairy Meadows: Took an overnight bus to Gilgit (8 PM–8 AM), but smart hack: Get off early at Raikot Bridge to save time (no need to backtrack from Gilgit). Jeep Share: Found locals also staying 2 nights → Shared jeep (14,000 PKR roundtrip) = 2,800 PKR/person (paid 10,000 PKR upfront, 4,000 PKR on return). 🐎 Final Stretch Jeep drops you mid-mountain: Choose between: Hike 6-7 km (3 hrs) through pine forests. Horseback (5,100 PKR roundtrip) + 100 PKR/kg for luggage (we rode with backpacks!). 🏡 Accommodation DI AMBER HOTEL: 5,000 PKR/night with private toilet (no hot water). Hallway views stole the show—direct village & snow peak vistas! (Most photos taken there.) 📌 Key Tips 1️⃣ Local villages are off-limits for photos/tours. 2️⃣ Altitude alert: 3,200m—pack warm layers (freezing nights!). 3️⃣ Snacks: Small shops sell drinks, apples, biscuits (slightly pricier). 4️⃣ Stay 2+ nights: Dedicate a day to hiking/horseback (5,000–6,000 PKR)—views are next-level! #FairyMeadows #PakistanTravel #MountainEscape#trip diary#travel guide#Pakistan#Pakistan travel#Gilgit