Kabul: Wander through lively bazaars, historic mosques, museums, and stunning viewpoints.
Bamyan: Explore the famous Buddha niches, the ruins of ancient citadels, and enjoy the breathtaking Band-e-Amir Lakes.
Mazar-i-Sharif: Visit the sacred Blue Mosque, a symbol of Afghan culture and spirituality.
Balkh: Step back in time at one of the world’s oldest cities, home to centuries-old monuments and legends.
Samangan: Discover the mysterious Buddhist stupa of Takht-e-Rustam carved into the rock.
Afghan Hospitality: Taste local cuisine, meet local families, and experience daily life across different regions.
Airport pickup and hotel check-in
Optional: Visit a tailor to make traditional Afghan clothing
Walk through the historic Bird Market and Mandawi Bazaar
Visit Shah-e-Do Shamshira Mosque & Ethnographic Museum (flexible)
Evening visit to the Sakhi Shrine & Bibi Mehro Hill for panoramic views
Overnight in Kabul
Visit the National Museum of Afghanistan
Explore Darul Aman Palace and Babur’s Garden
Optional: Visit Qargha Lake and continue to Paghman Valley and Palaces
Stroll through the city and interact with locals
Overnight in Kabul
Scenic drive (approx. 3.5 hours) to Bamiyan
Hotel check-in and permit arrangements
Visit the ruins of Gholghola (City of Screams) and Zuhak (Red City)
See the Buddha niches carved into the Bamiyan cliffs
Evening walk through Bamiyan town
Overnight in Bamiyan
Full-day trip to Band-e-Amir, Afghanistan’s first national park
Explore the chain of deep-blue lakes, boat or horse ride (optional)
Overnight in Bamiyan
Early morning departure crossing the stunning Salang Pass through the Hindu Kush mountains
Long but scenic drive (9–10 hours)
Hotel check-in upon arrival in Mazar-i-Sharif
Overnight in Mazar
Visit the famous Blue Mosque (Shrine of Hazrat Ali)
Explore Balkh’s ancient ruins: Nuh Gunbad Mosque, Rabia Balkhi Mausoleum, Green Mosque, and the old city walls
Discover the heritage of one of the world’s oldest cities
Overnight in Mazar
Drive to Samangan Province to see Takht-e-Rustam (rock-carved Buddhist stupa) and Takht-e-Bano
Continue the journey back to Kabul (10–12 hours with scenic stops)
Overnight in Kabul
Depending on flight time, optional last visits or shopping
Drop-off at Kabul International Airport