Bamyan Province
Bamyan & Band-e-Amir National Park
A stunning 2-day journey through Bamyan's ancient sites and Afghanistan's first national park — the extraordinary turquoise lakes of Band-e-Amir.
Highlights
- Gholghola ruins (City of Screams)
- Bamyan Buddha niches
- Kakrak Buddha
- Azhdar Valley (Dara-e-Azhdar)
- Qazan Valley
- Shahr-e Zohak (Red City)
- Band-e-Amir six turquoise lakes
Itinerary
Day 1
Bamyan Sites
Guided tour of Gholghola ruins, Buddha niches, Kakrak Buddha, Azhdar Valley, and Qazan Valley. Overnight in Bamyan.
Day 2
Band-e-Amir National Park
Full-day excursion to Band-e-Amir National Park. Explore all six deep-blue lakes, traditional lunch, return to Bamyan.
What's included
- Airport pickup and drop-off
- Private vehicle with experienced local driver
- Professional English, Chinese & Russian-speaking guide
- Hotel accommodation
- All meals (breakfast, lunch, snack & dinner)
- Entrance fees to all historical and cultural sites
- Bottled water daily
- 24/7 on-call support throughout the trip
Not included
- ✕International flights to/from Afghanistan
- ✕Domestic flights (can be arranged upon request)
- ✕Visa fees (we assist with invitation letters)
- ✕Personal expenses (souvenirs, laundry, etc.)
Accommodation
Hotel in Bamyan city center. Home-stay option available upon request.
Your guide
Professional licensed guides fluent in English, Chinese, and Russian with expert knowledge of Bamyan and Band-e-Amir.
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 14 days before departure. 50% refund up to 7 days before. No refund for last-minute cancellations, but rescheduling is always free.
What our guests say
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