Afghanistan XVII
Afghanistan
Saturday 18 Apr 2026 – Friday 24 Apr 2026
7 days · 6 nights
Afghanistan
Wander Expeditions
5+ years group traveling
Afghanistan is our most popular Expedition for a good reason: we've ran it more times than anyone this last Year and a half!
War-torn for decades, Afghan people still manage to keep their hospitality intact. We’ll fly to Kabul, wander the legendary capital, traditional carpet markets, explore amazing blue-tiled mosques in Herat, ancient Buddhas carved in stone in Bamyan, mind-blowing landscapes and finger-licking food. It’s one of the most unique journeys you will undertake, the thrill of a lifetime!Itinerary
Note: This is a rough sample itinerary and may vary in its order or content based on our local crew’s guidance, regional conditions, and safety considerations. Kabul & Bamyan are guaranteed highlights.
Day 1: Kabul
Flight from Dubai at 4:00 am, arriving in Kabul at 7:15 am
Arrival and expedition briefing
Full day exploring:
Bibi Mehro Hill (viewpoint)
Chicken Street
Babur Gardens
Overnight in Kabul
Day 2: Kabul – Herat
Fly to Herat, home to Afghanistan’s richest collection of ancient architecture
Explore:
Friday Mosque
Tomb of Gowar Shad
Masullah Complex
Shrine of Khoja Ansari at Gazar Gah
Overnight in Herat
Day 3: Herat – Kabul
Morning in Herat to explore and absorb the atmosphere
Fly back to Kabul and continue exploring the capital
Overnight in Kabul
Day 4: Kabul – Bamyan
Fly to Bamyan, capital of the Hazarajat and home of the Hazara people
Explore hillside caves with remains of Buddhist carvings and monasteries
Overnight in Bamyan
Day 5 & 6: Bamyan and Band-e Amir
Two full days in and around Bamyan, a region of natural beauty and peaceful rural life
Activities include:
Walking through Hazara villages and ancient ruins
Visiting Band-e Amir Lakes, known for their intense blue waters
Legend says the lakes were formed by Ali, cousin of the Prophet Muhammad
Geologists say the dams are natural mineral formations
Exploring:
Dragon Valley
Ruins of Shah-e Zohak (Red Fort)
Remains of Shah-e Golghola (City of Screams)
Overnight in Bamyan
Day 7: Bamyan – Kabul
Drive back to Kabul through scenic landscapes
Final exploration of the city:
Bird Market
Friday Mosque
Evening flight back to Dubai
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