Day 1: Kabul
Arrival at the airport in Kabul, our guide and driver will meet you here and take you to your hotel. If time allows we will explore the capital city of Afghanistan
Bamyan and Herat Tour
- Duration9 days
- TypeHeritage
- Group sizeUp to 16
- LevelEasy
- AccommodationHotel
About this tour
Discover Afghanistan through a journey that brings together its historic cities, remarkable architecture and distinctive cultural heritage. With Hunza Explorers, this tour takes you from the capital, Kabul, to the ancient city of Herat and the historic landscapes of Bamyan, offering an insight into the country's rich past and diverse regional traditions.
The journey begins in Kabul, Afghanistan's capital, a city shaped by centuries of history and a blend of traditional and contemporary life. Explore important cultural landmarks, including the National Museum of Afghanistan, which preserves artefacts from the country's ancient civilisations, and the historic Blue Mosque, also known as the Sakhi Shrine. Discover the city's neighbourhoods, local markets and everyday life while learning about Kabul's place in Afghanistan's history.
Continue to Herat, one of the country's oldest historic cities and an important centre of art, architecture and learning along the ancient Silk Road. Explore the impressive Herat Citadel, the historic Friday Mosque (Masjid-e Jami) and other architectural landmarks that reflect the city's Persian-influenced heritage. Herat offers a fascinating perspective on Afghanistan's historical connections with neighbouring regions and its longstanding artistic traditions.
The journey also takes you to Bamyan, a spectacular mountain region in central Afghanistan, renowned for its Buddhist heritage and dramatic natural scenery. Visit the famous Buddha niches, carved into the sandstone cliffs, and discover the remains of the ancient settlements that once made Bamyan an important centre of Buddhist civilisation. The region is also home to Band-e-Amir National Park, celebrated for its striking blue lakes, natural limestone formations and surrounding mountain landscapes.
Throughout the tour, Hunza Explorers provides professional local guidance and carefully coordinated travel arrangements, helping you discover the historical significance, local traditions and distinctive character of each destination.
From Kabul's cultural landmarks and Herat's architectural treasures to Bamyan's ancient heritage and extraordinary scenery, this journey offers a meaningful introduction to Afghanistan. Join Hunza Explorers to discover the country's history, landscapes and cultural heritage through a thoughtfully organised travel experience.
Tour Itinerary
9 days, day by day-
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Day 2: Panhshir Valley
Full day excursion to Panjshir Valley.
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Day 3: Kabul – Heart
Drive to airport in Kabul and fly to Heart, arrive and check in the hotel. If the flight in the morning than afternoon will be to explore around
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Day 4: Herat
Day to explore around, Today we will explore Heart, we will visit the magnificent Friday Mosque, Herat Citdal, Minarets of Herat and some more interesting sites
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Day 5: Herat – Kabul
Drive to the airport for our early morning flight back to Kabul. On arrival we’ll check in to our hotel and then head out to explore some of the sights of this hectic city.
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Day 6: Kabul – Bamyan
Drive to the airport to catch an early flight to Bamiyan. We travel to what is undoubtedly one of the country’s highlights – the Bamiyan Valley. Once on a major trading route and an important center for Buddhism.
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Day 7: Bamyan
Day to explore Bamyan, today we will visit Shar-e Zohak, Band-e-Amir and other sites.
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Day 8: Bamyan – Kabul
Drive to the airport and fly to Kabul, depending on flight time, if flight is in the morning than we will have some more time to visit the capital of Afghanistan. Arrive and check in to the hotel for our final night in Afghanistan, today we will have dinner in one the capital’s excellent restaurants.
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Day 9: Fly Out
Drive to the airport in Kabul and fly to your destination.
Included
- Accommodation as per the confirmed itinerary
- Daily breakfast, lunch and dinner (Full Board tours)
- Private air-conditioned or suitable tourist transport
- Services of a professional English-speaking tour guide
- Experienced local driver
- Airport transfers and transportation throughout the tour
- Domestic flights as specified in the itinerary
- All road tolls, parking fees and fuel charges
- Entrance fees to listed attractions and historical sites
- Sightseeing and excursions as mentioned in the itinerary
- All applicable government taxes and service charges
- Road permits and travel permissions where applicable
- Bottled drinking water during journeys
- 24/7 on-ground assistance from Hunza Explorers
Not included
- International flights to and from Pakistan
- Pakistan entry visa and visa processing fees
- Travel and medical insurance
- Personal expenses and laundry
- Beverages, including soft drinks, tea, coffee and alcoholic drinks
- Tips and gratuities for guides, drivers and hotel staff
- Optional activities and excursions not mentioned in the itinerary
- Additional meals and snacks outside the agreed meal plan
- Excess baggage charges
- Early check-in and late check-out at hotels
- Any additional accommodation or services resulting from flight delays, cancellations or unforeseen circumstances
- Expenses arising from natural disasters, road closures, political unrest or other circumstances beyond our control
- Any service not specifically mentioned under the Included section
Questions about this tour
How many days is the Bamyan and Herat Tour?
It is a 9-day tour, and the day-by-day plan is on this page. We can lengthen or shorten it around your dates.
Will someone meet me at the airport?
Yes. On the first day your guide and driver meet you on arrival and take you to your hotel, as described in Day 1 of the itinerary.
Can I change the dates or the route?
Yes. Every itinerary can be lengthened, shortened or rebuilt around your dates, pace and group, and we explain what the changes mean for the price. Send your dates with the Request to book form, or tell us what you have in mind on the Plan my trip page.
Is anything charged when I send a request?
No. Nothing is charged and nothing is booked until you agree to the plan. We check availability, reply with a day-by-day plan and a price, and you confirm only if you are happy with it.
Can I travel on my own, as a couple or as a family?
Yes. We plan private trips for one person, a couple, a family or friends, and we also have small-group departures if you would rather share the trip. Tell us how many of you are travelling and whether you would like to join a group.
Can you help with my Pakistan visa?
We can provide a visa invitation letter on request: tick it on the booking form or mention it in your message. Visa rules depend on your nationality, so please also check the official Pakistan visa information for your passport.
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