Day 1: Arrival in Kabul

Highlights: Bird Market, Sakhi Mosque, Babur’s Garden

Upon arrival at Kabul International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed and transferred to your accommodation. After a short briefing, we’ll assist you with optional traditional clothing purchases.

Visits include Ka Faroshi (Bird Market), Sakhi Shrine, and Babur’s Garden with Shah Jahan’s mosque.

Overnight at a hotel in Kabul.

Day 2: Kabul to Bamiyan

Highlights: Buddha Niches, Shahr-e Gholghola, Shahr-e Zohak

Drive to Bamiyan (3.5 hrs). Lunch in the city. Explore the towering Buddha Niches—Salsal and Shamama—and climb the latter for a stunning view.

Also visit the ruins of Shahr-e Gholghola and the red fortress of Shahr-e Zohak.

Overnight at a hotel in Bamiyan.

Day 3: Band-e Amir National Park and Return to Kabul

Highlights: Afghanistan’s First National Park

Early visit to Band-e Amir’s stunning blue lakes in the Hindu Kush.

Drive back to Kabul in the evening.

Overnight at a hotel in Kabul.

Day 4: Kabul to Kandahar

Highlights: Mausoleum of Ahmad Shah Durrani, Prophet’s Cloak, Chil Zena

Morning flight to Kandahar. Visit the Mausoleum of Ahmad Shah Baba, the sacred Khirqa Sharif, and climb the Forty Steps (Chil Zena) for views of the city.

Overnight at a hotel in Kandahar.

Day 5: Kandahar to Herat

Highlights: Historical Sites, Modern Developments

Explore the Tomb of Mirwais Khan Hotak, Shrine of Hassan Abdal, traditional markets, and modern Aino Mina.

Drive to Herat. Overnight at a hotel.

Day 6: Exploring Herat

Highlights: Friday Mosque, Jihad Museum, Citadel of Herat

Visit the 13th-century Friday Mosque, Herat Jihad Museum, a tile workshop, the bustling bazaar, and the Herat Citadel.

Overnight at a hotel in Herat.

Day 7: Final Day in Herat and Return to Kabul

Highlights: Gawhar Shad Mausoleum, Minarets of Herat, Pul-i-Malan Bridge

Tour Herat’s art gallery, Timurid mausoleum, minarets, and a centuries-old bridge. Fly back to Kabul in the afternoon.

Overnight at a hotel in Kabul.

Day 8: Kabul to Mazar-e-Sharif via Salang Pass

Highlights: Scenic Drive through Hindu Kush

Begin an unforgettable drive through five provinces—Kabul, Parwan, Baghlan, Samangan, and Balkh.

Cross the majestic Salang Pass with breathtaking mountain views.

Overnight at a hotel in Mazar-e-Sharif.

Day 9: Mazar-e-Sharif and Balkh

Highlights: Ancient Balkh, Blue Mosque

Explore historic Balkh including the Haji Piyadah Mosque, Rabia Balkhi’s tomb, Khoja Parsa Mosque, and Bala Hisar citadel.

Visit the ruins of Alexander the Great’s fortifications.

In the afternoon, marvel at the exquisite Blue Mosque and the shrine of Hazrat Ali.

Overnight at a hotel in Mazar-e-Sharif.

Day 10: Mazar-e-Sharif to Kabul

Highlights: Cultural Sites in Kabul

Fly back to Kabul in the morning.

Visit Shah Do Shamshira Mosque, Kabul National Museum, Omar Mine Museum, and Bibi Mahro Hills for panoramic views.

Pay respects at the British Cemetery.

Overnight at a hotel in Kabul.

Day 11: Kabul to Nuristan via Jalalabad

Highlights: Journey through Eastern Afghanistan

Travel eastward via Jalalabad, stopping to view a relic Soviet tank.

Enjoy Kariee, Jalalabad’s famous local dish, for lunch.

Continue through lush Kunar province to reach Parun, the capital of Nuristan.

Overnight at a hotel in Parun.

Day 12: Exploring Nuristan

Highlights: Cultural Immersion & Nature Hike

Discover the rich culture and unique history of the Nuristani people.

Enjoy a guided hike in the stunning Nuristan mountains.

Overnight at a hotel in Parun.

Day 13: Parun to Kabul

Highlights: Scenic Return Drive

Drive back to Kabul, retracing the picturesque route through Kunar and Jalalabad.

Overnight at a hotel in Kabul.

Day 14: Departure

Highlights: Farewell

We ensure your timely transfer to Kabul International Airport for your departure.

Thank you for exploring Afghanistan with us. Safe travels!

• Kabul Icons: Bird Market, Sakhi Shrine, Babur Garden, Shah Do Shamshira Mosque, National & Omar Mine Museums, Darul Aman Palace, Bibi Mahro Hill, British Cemetery

• Bamiyan Valley: Titanic Buddha niches (Salsal & Shamama), Silk‑Road fortresses Shahr‑e Gholghola & Shahr‑e Zuhak, lively Bamiyan Bazaar

• Band‑e‑Amir National Park: Chain of six cobalt lakes, travertine dams, optional boating/swimming and cave‑restaurant lunch

• Kandahar Heritage: Ahmad Shah Durrani Mausoleum, Prophet’s Cloak shrine, Forty Steps (Chil Zena), Tomb of Mirwais Hotak, Hassan Abdal Shrine, modern Aino Mina

• Historic Herat: 13th‑c. Friday Mosque, tile workshop, Citadel, Jihad Museum, Gawhar Shad Mausoleum, towering minarets, Pul‑i‑Malan bridge

• Northern Marvels: Turquoise‑domed Blue Mosque of Mazar‑e‑Sharif, ancient Balkh’s Haji Piyadah Mosque, Rabia Balkhi Tomb, Bala Hisar citadel, Alexander‑era fort ruins

• Epic Drives & Passes: Salang Pass through the Hindu Kush, multi‑province road trip via Parwan, Baghlan, Samangan & Balkh

• Nuristan Immersion: Meet Nuristani communities, hike pine‑clad mountains, overnight in remote Parun

• Cultural Touches: Traditional clothing shopping, street‑food tastings, Kariee lunch in Jalalabad, scenic Qargha Lake stop

• Comprehensive Support: English‑speaking guide, secure hotels, domestic flights, all site entries, and ground transport throughout

• All accommodation.

• English-speaking local guide.

• All transportation (including domestic flights).

• Daily breakfast and lunch.

• All site entry tickets.

• All pick-ups and drop-offs.

• Visa fees.

• Optional trip extensions within Afghanistan.

• Personal souvenirs (clothes, carpets, etc.).

• Dinner and soft drinks.