Official briefing at the Ministry of Tourism and final equipment checks.

Scenic 45-minute flight to Skardu with views of Nanga Parbat. Drive to Chilas if flight is cancelled.

Final gear organization, meeting with high-altitude staff, and optional sightseeing at Kharpocho Fort.

A 6-hour jeep ride through picturesque villages to reach Hushe, the highest village in the area.

Initial trek above the village to the junction of the Charakusa and Gondogoro valleys.

Hike along the eastern side of Gondogoro Glacier to a grassy ablation valley.

Glacial traverse passing beneath the spire of Laila Peak to establish Base Camp.

Technical training on fixed ropes and Puja blessing ceremony.

Nine days allocated for acclimatization and technical climbing on the northwest face of Laila Peak.

Dismantling camp and trekking back down the glacier to Saicho.

Final short trek back to Hushe and celebration with the porter team.

Return jeep drive through Khaplu Valley to Skardu.

Return flight to the capital and farewell dinner.

Transfer to Islamabad International Airport for your flight home.