8-Day Group Tour Across 2 Provinces
Total price: 900 USD per person – Pay just a 20% deposit to book
$180.00
📅 Duration: 8 Days / 7 Nights
📍 Start & End: Kabul
Afghanistan’s most fascinating provinces:
Kabul – The vibrant capital, home to ancient bazaars, grand mosques, and modern life.
Bamiyan – Discover the iconic Buddha Niches, Silk Road ruins, and the breath-taking Band-e Amir National Park.
✅ What’s Included:
✅ Official Invitation Letter
✅ Permit Letters for all provincial travel
✅ Comfortable Hotel Accommodation (7 nights)
✅ All Ground Transportation
✅ Daily Meals
✅ Entry Fees to all historical and cultural sites
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🧾 After Booking – What Happens Next?
Once your payment is received, you’ll hear from us within 24 hours. We will:
📧 Send your payment receipt
📋 Share your detailed trip itinerary and final details
🛂 Request a copy of your passport (for invitation and travel permits)
📘 Provide you with a digital guidebook to prepare you for your journey
🙏 Thank you for booking with us!
We can’t wait to welcome you to Afghanistan for an unforgettable experience full of history, culture, and stunning landscapes.
Day 1: Arrival in Kabul – Warm Welcome & Orientation
Arrive at Kabul International Airport, greeted by our friendly local team who will assist with entry and luggage.
Transfer to hotel to rest and refresh.
If time allows, optional afternoon walk in Kabul city center:
Shahr-e Naw Park: Peaceful stroll among locals.
Afghan tea at a cozy local café.
Visit Kabul City Center Mall, a modern touch amidst the historical backdrop.
Orientation session covering cultural norms and safety guidelines.
Dinner at a local restaurant: enjoy kabuli pulao, bolani, and doogh.
Overnight in Kabul.
Day 2: Kabul – Full Cultural Tour of the Capital & Local Life
Visit Ka Faroshi, the vibrant bird market in Old Kabul – a beloved local tradition.
Explore Shah-e Doh Shamshira Mosque, with its unique Italian baroque-style architecture.
Walk through Mandawi Bazaar, the bustling heart of Kabul’s commerce and culture.
Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant.
Tour Darulaman Palace (if open), a grand neoclassical relic of Afghanistan’s royal past.
Dinner at a traditional rooftop restaurant with views of Kabul – sample mantu, kebabs, and more.
Overnight in Kabul.
Day 3: Kabul to Bamiyan – Into the Heart of the Hazarajat
Drive Time: ~4–6 hours (with scenic/photo stops)
Early morning departure for the highland province of Bamiyan, journeying through stunning mountain passes and riverside villages.
En route stops for Afghan chai and local interaction.
Arrive in Bamiyan, check-in, and brief rest.
Afternoon exploration:
Buddha Niches: Towering voids where ancient statues once stood.
Cave complexes: Historic dwellings still in use today.
Shahr-e Gholghola (City of Screams): 13th-century ruins with panoramic valley views.
Optional sunset visit to Shahr-e Zuhak (Red City), a dramatic mountaintop fortress.
Enjoy dinner with a local Hazara family or at a scenic rooftop restaurant.
Overnight in Bamiyan.
Day 4: Bamiyan – Day Trip to Band-e Amir National Park
Drive Time: ~1.5 hours each way
Travel to Band-e Amir National Park, a UNESCO-listed wonder of turquoise lakes.
Visit Band-e Haibat ("Lake of Awe"), the most iconic lake of the park.
Enjoy lakeside strolls, optional paddle boating or donkey rides, and serene views.
Visit the shrine of Hazrat Ali, nestled by the water.
Picnic lunch in the park’s peaceful natural setting.
Return to Bamiyan in the afternoon; evening free for local exploration or relaxation.
Overnight in Bamiyan.
Day 5: Bamiyan to Mazar-e-Sharif (via Samangan)
Drive Time: ~11–12 hours (scenic mountain route)
Depart early for northern Afghanistan via rugged terrain and small mountain villages.
Stop in Samangan to visit:
Takht-e Rustam: A 1,500-year-old Buddhist stupa and monastery carved into rock.
Continue north through the vast plains.
Arrive in Mazar-e-Sharif by evening, check-in and relax.
Dinner at a local restaurant.
Overnight in Mazar-e-Sharif.
Day 6: Mazar-e-Sharif – Spiritual Heritage & Ancient Balkh
Visit the iconic Blue Mosque (Shrine of Hazrat Ali), a masterpiece of turquoise tilework and spiritual reverence.
Explore the tranquil mosque gardens and observe local traditions.
Take a short drive to Balkh, one of the world’s oldest cities:
Visit No Gumbad Mosque (Nine Domes), Afghanistan’s oldest known Islamic structure.
Return to Mazar-e-Sharif for an afternoon visit to its colorful bazaars – ideal for traditional handicrafts, carpets, and local gems.
Overnight in Mazar-e-Sharif.
Day 7: Mazar-e-Sharif to Kabul – The Return East
Drive Time: ~10–11 hours
Depart early for Kabul, journeying through the vast plains and back into the mountains.
Several scenic stops for tea, snacks, photography, and interaction with villagers.
Arrive in Kabul by evening, check-in and relax.
Dinner at hotel or nearby restaurant – final reflections on the journey.
Overnight in Kabul.
Day 8: Kabul – Farewell & Departure
Enjoy a relaxed morning depending on flight time.
Optional last-minute visit to Chicken Street Market for souvenirs and traditional crafts.
Final lunch at a local bistro – a last taste of Afghan flavors.
Transfer to Kabul International Airport for departure.
Safe travels – and we hope to welcome you again!