Grand Afghanistan Tour 1
Experience the diverse beauty, rich history, and vibrant culture of Afghanistan on this 15-day Grand Tour, designed to showcase the very best of the country’s unique landscapes, historical landmarks, and local traditions. From the bustling streets of Kabul to the peaceful valleys of Bamyan, the historic cities of Herat and Kandahar, and the pristine wilderness of Samangan and Mazar-i-Sharif, this tour offers an immersive cultural experience while highlighting the warmth and hospitality of the Afghan people.
Tour Highlights:
•Kabul: Explore Babur’s Gardens, Darul Aman Palace, and the National Museum.
• Bamyan: Visit the Buddha Niches and Band-e-Amir National Park.
• Herat: Discover Herat Citadel, the Grand Mosque, and vibrant bazaars.
• Helmand: Experience the agricultural history, boost fort and local markets.
• Kandahar: Visit the Tomb of Ahmad Shah Durrani and cultural sites.
• Ghazni: Explore the Minaret of Ghazni and historical landmarks.
• Mazar-i-Sharif: See the Blue Mosque and learn about the region’s history.
• Samangan: Visit ancient ruins and enjoy the province’s natural beauty.
This Afghanistan Grand Tour is the ultimate journey for those seeking a comprehensive and unforgettable experience of Afghanistan, combining the best of its cultural heritage, historical landmarks, stunning nature, and the incredible spirit of its people.
Note: If you need any customization for this tour package, kindly contact us to tailor the package to your needs.
Itinerary
- Pick up from Kabul International AirPort
- Arrival, arrangement, and check in to the hotel
- Visiting a tailor for making a local Afghani outfit (Optional )
- Visiting the Old bird market with 100 years old, walking around the Mandavi Bazaar and talking to local people
- Will have a short visit to the Shah do Shamshera Mosque, Ethnographic Research Museum - Flexible
- Visiting one of the beautiful blue mosque in Kabul (Shrine of Sakhi), BiBi Mehro Hill (The Taliban Big white Flag)
- Overnight in the hotel
- Visiting the National Museum of Afghanistan
- Going to Darul Aman palace, Babur Garden/ Chilston Garden (Optional), Toop Hill with a stunning view of the houses on the mountains
- walking around the city and talking to local people (if interested)
- Visiting the Qargha Lake, continue our tour to the beautiful Paghman Valley and Palaces
- Overnight in the hotel
- Start our trip to Bamyan, it’s around 3 and half hours driving time!
- Arrival, arrangement the permits, check in to the hotel
- Continue our tour to one of the most stunning and beautiful place in Afghanistan, the first national park - Band e Amir blue lakes
- Walking around the lakes, boat riding, horse riding and swimming (optional)
- Arranging the local Bamyan food (Kolokhi - Potato and chicken meals - If interested)
- Overnight in the hotel
- Visiting the ruins of Gholghola city (the city of scream), Buddha statues (the 6th century monumental Buddhist statues were craved in to the cliffs of the Bamyan Valley), Zuhak city also known as Red city
- Walking around the bamyan city and enjoying from warm hospitality of local people
- Visiting the Dragon Valley / Shah Foladi Valley (Optional)-Flexible based on the time!
- Overnight in the hotel
- Start our early morning trip to FirozKoh, Ghor Province
- Arrival, arrangement the permits!
- Overnight in the hotel
- Continue our tour to the Jam Valley
- Visiting the Minaret of Jam, walking Around the village and talking with local people
- Continue our trip to Herat
- It will be a long driving way!
- Overnight camping on the way / continue our driving to Herat
- Arrival and Rest Day
- Arranging the permission letter
- will visit Bam e Herat - Takht e Safar for having the Herat city view - Flexible
- Overnight in the hotel
- Visiting the Citadel of Herat also known as Arg e Herat (with origins dating back to the time of Alexander the Great around 330 BC), Friday Mosque, Tile Factory, and walking around the handicrafts shops (if interested - Shopping)
- Visiting the Musalla Complex (Minaret of Herat, Tomb of Gowher Shad Bigum and Amir Ali Shir Navai), Jihad Museum, and Shrine of Khawja Abdullah Ansari
- Visiting the Old Herat Bazaar ( Ancient city, Mukhtar Zara Caravanserai, Attarbashi House an old Herat house)
- Visiting the Malan Bridge - Flexible
- Overnight in the hotel
- Starting our early morning trip to Helmand Province
- Arrival, arrangement the permits!
- Visiting the Boost Fort also known as a Qala e Boost (Boost Fort, also known as the Citadel of Lashkar Gah, is an ancient military fort in Helmand, Afghanistan, dating back to the Ghaznavid era, renowned for its strategic location, Islamic architecture, and rich historical significance)
- Continue our trip to Kandahar
- Overnight in the hotel
- Visiting the Kandahar Islamic Museum and Art Gallery
- Explore the Kandahar old city, Covered bazaar, the mausoleum of Ahmad Shah Durrani (the founder Durrani empire and modern Afghanistan), Cloak Mosque (the mosque of Prophet Mohammad’s cloak )
- Driving to Arghandab district, visiting the Tomb of Baba Vali Kandahari
- Visiting the mausoleum of Haji Mirwais Khan Hotak, and Chil Zina ( Forty stairs on the hill is an ancient rock-carved staircase located in Kandahar, Afghanistan) to will have a complete view of Kandahar city
- Having short tour to the Aino Mina town and explore modern side of Kandahar
- Overnight in the hotel
- Start our trip to Ghazni, an ancient city of Afghanistan full of historical sights
- Arrival, arrangement, and check in to the hotel
- Visiting the Ghazni Museum, and the ruins of Soviet Union military Tanks
- Walking around the city and explore people daily lifestyle
- Overnight in the hotel
- Visiting the Minarets of Ghazni, the mausoleum of Sultan Mahmoud Ghaznavi , the ruins of Ghazni Citadel (Arg), Tepa Sardar (a Buddhist monastery)
- Driving to Kabul
- Planning based on the remain time and your interest!
- Overnight in the hotel
- Flight to Mazar I Sharif (10:00-11:00 AM Kam Air)
- Arrival , arrangement and check in to the hotel
- Start our trip to Samangan Province
- It’s around one and half hours driving time!
- Visiting the ruins of Jahan Numa Palace, Takht e Rustam Stupa and Takht e Bano
- Driving back to Mazar I Sharif
- Overnight in the hotel
- Visiting the Blue Mosque ( Shrine of Hazrat Ali - one of the most important religious sites in Afghanistan ), walking around the city and exploring people daily life
- Continue our tour to the Balkh district, visiting the ruins of Nuh Gunbad mosque - one of Afghanistan’s oldest Islamic monuments, mausoleum of Rabia Balkhi ( known as the first female poets of Persian literature), Green Mosque,Balkh ancient city, and the ruins of Burj Ayaraan (the defense wall of Balkh ancient city)
- Flight back to Kabul (14:00-15:00 PM Ariana Airline)
- Visiting chicken street - handicrafts center and shopping (if interested)
- Overnight in the hotel
- Drop off to the Kabul International AirPort (Your drop off will be arranged based on your departure flight time)
Included / Excluded
- Accommodation: 3-star hotels + camping tools
- Transportation: Private (4WD) + Domestic Flights
- All Meal (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner)
- Expert Tour Guide
- All Permits
- Letter of Invitation
- Sights Entrance Fee
- Local Sim Card / Wi-Fi
- Visa Fee
- International Flights
- Personal Shopping
- Travel Insurance
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