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Golden Circle Afghanistan

A trip to Afghanistan allows you to experience a country that has been off the tourist map for more than 40 years. Explore the most attractive locations, and interact with people and places that you are most likely familiar with from news reports. Whether you are interested in Afghanistan’s ancient past or its contemporary state, we believe that seeing such a beautiful and welcoming country will stay within your memories list for a long time.

Tours Itinerary

Start and end in Kabul! With the In-depth Cultural Tour of 13 Days around the Golden Circle Afghanistan. The tour begins from Kabul and you have a 13-day tour package taking you through Kabul and 7 other destinations located alongside the ring road of Afghanistan and the center point of the Golden Circle, Bamyan. This adventurous tour includes accommodation in luxury hotels and restaurants within every destination of the stay planned as well as a tourist guide, meals, comfortable transport, and more.

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Tour Schedule

Day 1 - Kabul City to Paghman and Qargha Water Dam

Pick up from your Hotel Kabul Serena or another location in Kabul City. The driver will take you to Paghman, the attractive district of Kabul province via a 1-hour drive. After arriving in Paghman, start your tour by visiting Taq e Zafar. Local hotels are wonderful places to have lunch with various Afghan food. After eating lunch our tourist guide will book tickets to visit Paghman Hill Castle. It is very fascinating to see the architecture and historical monuments. The natural amazing view in the garden will not let you leave the site till late sunset in the area.

Day 2 - Kabul to Ghazni

Freshen up and get ready to explore the monuments of Ghazni which is notable for its historic sites and significant cultural heritage. It was declared as the Asian Capital of Islamic Culture by ISESCO (Islamic Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization) in 2013.  Citadel of Ghazni, Minarets of Ghazni, Palace of Sultan Masud III.

Day 3 - Ghazni local sightseeing

With the start of the new day in Ghazni, our tourist guide will take you to the Tomb of Sebuktigin, the Mausoleum of Sultan Mahmud, the Mausoleum of Sanai, Tapa Sardar & Museum of Islamic Art. Ghazni was declared as the Asian Capital of Islamic Culture by ISESCO (Islamic Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization) in 2013.

Day 4 - Ghazni to Kandahar

After breakfast, start the breathtaking trip of about four hours from Ghazni city to Kandahar province. Our driver will have some stops on the way to get out of the car to feel the calm of nature and the amazing topography of southern Afghanistan alongside the ring road of the country. The tour guide will let you know that you are passing through incredible cultural areas untill you reach the second-largest city in Afghanistan.

Day 5 - A day in Kandahar

Our guide will lead you to visit Chehil Zena “Forty Steps” and the remnants of Naranj Palace at a fair time during the day because days are hotter in Kandahar during the summer. He will also take you to the shrine of Emperor Ahmad Shah Abdali, the founder of current Afghanistan, and the shrine of Mirwais Khan Hotak, who defeated Iranian invader George XI, known as Gurgin Khan.  Overnight stay is full of pleasure at any point in the city particularly Aino Meena, the newly founded modern town in Kandahar province.

Day 6 - Kandahar to Herat

After breakfast check out from the NFC hotel and drive to the ruins of a castle built before Alexander the Great passed through the area next to the Helmand River in Lashkar Gah, the capital city of Helmand, Afghanistan. As soon as we finish the visit from this site our trip will begin to Herat province. On arrival, check in at Arg Hotel or another modern hotel.

Day 7- Sightseeing of Herat City

The first-day tour within Herat City will start from Herat Historical Large Mosque, The Citadel of Herat also known as the Citadel of Alexander, locally known as Iktyaruddin Qala, is located in the center of Herat City in Afghanistan. It dates back to 330 BC when Alexander the Great and his army arrived in what is now Afghanistan after the Battle of Gaugamela.

Day 8 - Another day in Herat

At the start of the second day, you will visit the complex ruins consisting of the five Musallah Minarets of Herat, the Mir Ali Sher Navai Mausoleum, the Gawhar Shad Mausoleum, and the Malan Bridge. These wonderful human-made structures will enhance the existence of a great era in this section of Afghanistan. Considering the schedule we also plan to take our respected guests to some gardens if they were visiting during the summer.

Day 9 - Departure of Herat for Mazar-i-Sharif

On the way to Mazar-i-Sharif, we will visit three provincial centers such as Qala-e-Naw of Badghis, Meemana of Faryab, and Sheberghan of Jozjan. On the other hand, the terrain, natural structures, and beauty of these areas will be memorial and will not be forgotten forever. After every stop for sightseeing the wonderful nature of these locations will not let you leave soon. Eventually, after a long journey, you will reach Mazar-i-Sharif, the city is also home to numerous museums, bazaars, and other cultural attractions that offer a glimpse into the region rich history and traditions.

Day 10 - Visiting the Blue Mosque and local sightseeing

In the morning you will visit the Blue Mosque known as the most remarkable architectural gem in Afghanistan and considered to be the holiest shrine. It stands as a testament to Afghanistan rich cultural heritage and Islamic traditions. The interior of the mosque features spacious prayer halls, intricate calligraphy, and ornate decorations, creating an awe-inspiring atmosphere for worshipers and tourists alike.

Day 11 - To visit the ruins of Balkh and other historical sites

Balkh ruins: The ancient city of Balkh is located just 24 km outside Mazar-i-Sharif and is considered to be one of the oldest cities in the world. The ruins of the city include the remains of ancient palaces, temples, and fortifications. Tepe Rustam is an ancient fortress located just south of Mazar-i-Sharif province. It was built by Alexander the Great and is said to have been the site of his coronation as the King of Asia.

Day 12 - Leave Mazar-i-Sharif for Ibak the provincial center of Samangan

One of the lesser-known curiosities of Afghanistan is a Buddhist monastery which is called Takht-i-Rustam, built into solid stone, with a square building above, Takht-e-Rustam is named after a hero from Persian mythology (Rostam), and dates from from the 4th-5th centuries.

Day 13 - After leaving Samangan

Before arriving in Kabul there are plenty of natural beauties to see, various types of fresh fruits to eat and handicrafts for wearing, utensils, pottery products, and many more to buy and decorate your home. More Kabul historical sightseeing such as Babur Garden, Zanburak Shah Wall, the National Museum, and National Gallary that we may have missed earlier in the tour (flight time depending).

Transfer to the airport.

End of the Golden Circle Afghanistan tour.