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Lakes, Legends & Northern Horizons

Mazar-i-Sharif · Cultural

Lakes, Legends & Northern Horizons

Seven days linking Bamyan and Band-e Amir with Mazar-i-Sharif, Balkh and Samangan.

Duration

7 Days

Tour type

Group · up to 13

Difficulty

Moderate

Style

Cultural & Historical

Overview

Begin in Kabul and explore Bamyan’s Buddhist heritage and Band-e Amir’s lakes. Continue north to the Blue Mosque in Mazar-i-Sharif, ancient Balkh and Takht-e Rustam in Samangan before returning to the capital.

  • Band-e-Amir Blue Lakes
  • Bamiyan Buddha niches
  • Blue Mosque of Mazar-i-Sharif
  • Ancient Balkh ruins
  • Takht-e-Rustam Buddhist caves

About the location

What is Mazar-i-Sharif?

City of the Blue Mosque

Northern Afghanistan's great city, centred on its famous blue-tiled shrine and white doves.

Mazar-i-Sharif
  • Blue Mosque
  • Old bazaars
  • Nearby Balkh
More about Mazar-i-Sharif

Tour information

Tour type
Group tour
Destination
Mazar-i-Sharif, Balkh Province
Duration
7 Days
Maximum travellers
13
Category
Cultural
Travel style
Cultural & Historical
Difficulty
Moderate
Price
$1,300 per person
Availability
On request

Excluded services

  • International flights
  • Visa fees
  • Travel insurance
  • Lunch and dinner
  • Personal expenses

Included

  • Professional guide
  • Transportation
  • Accommodation
  • Breakfast daily
  • Entrance fees
  • Airport transfers