So I’ve been dreaming about doing this again.. An Afghanistan group trip in 2025.. I mean why not?! We did one very successful Afghanistan group trip this year (also in May,) so it’s time to explore one of the world’s most underrated countries again. First of all May is an excellent time to go with the weather and it’s very important that you know how to travel a country like Afghanistan and we know EXACTLY how to do that the right way, (the best way possible!)

The Dates Are 15th-22nd of May 2025 

We will have a lot of costs involved in the price of this EXPEDITION with ALL FOOD, 4 local flights, permits, hotels, guides, drivers etc, and I think this is maybe the best possible deal on the market for an unforgettable Afghanistan trip. I can’t wait to return to this stunning country with some of the world’s most beautiful nature, unbelievable sights and incredibly friendly people..

HOW TO JOIN THIS TRIP?

Contact gus1thego@outlook.com or DM GUS1THEGO on INSTAGRAM and tell about yourself, and we will see if you’re the right fit for our Afghanistan group. Only YES people are welcome.

So yes, I have decided to go back to Afghanistan from 15th-22nd of May 2025 now and I honestly I can’t wait for this adventure of a lifetime.. Will it be a challenging trip? Yes, it will be. Do I want complainers to join? No, I don’t. Do I want YES-people to come? Absolutely!

Anyway..  I visited 9 provinces in 2019 over 2 weeks. I then came back with a group this year and explored again, but I still want to see so much more in this fascinating country. Afghanistan is full of surprises, one of the most untouched gems in the world. You’ll be surprised…

Join me in Afghanistan from 15th-22nd of May 2025

I will bring 7 people with me (not more, not less..) I don’t care about making money on this trip, this is just what I think is the perfect group size for a trip like this. Are you excited for more info? You should be.. This is the programme..

Included: – All Accommodations – All Food – Transportation and Domestic Flights in Afghanistan – Guiding and Permits – Taxes – Entrance Tickets to Sites – Meals and Water/Tea

NOT INCLUDED: Travel Insurance – VISA FEE – Flights in an out of Afghanistan – Drinks – Tips – Any extra payment.

Write e-mail to gus1thego@outlook.com to explain shortly about yourself and why you would be a great fit for our group, if you’re interested. If you get approved for the trip, you’ll get more info. TOUR INFO BELOW!

We are going to get our visas in Dubai (unless you know and want to do it somewhere else,) but the plan is to arrive in Dubai on Monday or Tuesday (to have a few days to get our visas – I will provide the LOI) and then we go to Kabul on a Thursday.

TOUR PROGRAMME AFGHANISTAN

GUS1THEGO – EXPEDITION

Start & End Point: Kabul
Number of People 7 + Gus (as the Tour Leader)

Date: 15th – 22nd May 2024

Day 1 – Kabul
Thursday 15th / May / 2024

Arrival in Kabul. You will be transferred from the airport to our accommodation
where we will discuss the trip and WHAT TO DO and WHAT NOT TO DO and give a briefing about everything.

Day 2 – Kabul – Bamyan
Friday 16th / May / 2025

Today we will be driving from Kabul to Bamyan and it will be around 4 hours driving from Kabul to Bamyan, the capital of Hazara Jat – home of Hazaras and one of the most peaceful places with very stunning nature in Afghanistan. When we arrive in Bamyan we will have time to look at the hillsides containing many caves in which monasteries and Buddhist carving once situated and visit Buddha niches of Bamyan, Shar-e-Gholghulah (City of Screams). Overnight in Bamyan

Day 3 – Band-E-Amir:
Saturday 17th / May / 2025

Today we will visit places we missed the day before such as Dragon Valley and The Red City (Shar-e-Zuhak) and then head to The National Park of Afghanistan the Lapis Lazuli blue water of Band-e-Amir are often the highlight of any trip to Afghanistan. The Legend says the dams that separate 5 lakes were made by Ali, the prophet Mohammad’s cousin and son in law. However, the geologists insist they are natural dams made from mineral pledges. The lakes contrast to the stark landscape surrounding them only adds to the beauty of this area. Overnight in Bamyan.

Day 4 – Bamyan – Kabul – Herat:
Sunday 18th / May / 2025

We will leave the amazing Bamyan and Band-E-Amir and drive back to Kabul.
We will then fly to Herat, The ancient city of Herat, known as the Pearl of Khorasan, and explore. Herat is full of culture and history, unique architecture and traditions.

Overnight in Herat

Day 5 Herat – Kabul:
Monday 19th /May / 2025

Today we explore Herat and visit places such as Jihad Museum, which celebrates the Mujahedeen’s victory over the Soviet Union. Herat has the largest collection of ancient buildings in Afghanistan and we will try to fit in as much as we can of the city and its surroundings, including the atmospheric Shrine of Khoja Ansari at Gozar Gah. These are some of the finest examples of Ghorid and Timurid tiling to be found anywhere in the world then fly back to Kabul. Overnight in Kabul

Day 6 Kabul – Mazar:
Tuesday 20th / May /2025

Today we fly from Kabul to Mazar and coordinate with tourism office in Mazar and then explore the majestic blue tiled tomb of Hazrat Ali, the oldest city of Afghanistan Balk, called Bactria to the Greeks. Bactria was the birthplace of Zoroaster, the founder of Zoroastrianism as well as Rumi the legendary Persian poet. Legacy entrance to the town, at the blue tiled and green tomb of khoja Parsa (The green mosque) and the oldest mosque in Afghanistan, the 9th century No Gombad mosque. Overnight in Mazar-e-Sharif.

Day 7 Mazar – Kabul:
Wednesday 21st / May /2025

Today we fly back to Kabul and visit places such Babur Garden – the last resting place of the first Mughal emperor, Sakhi Shrine historical and stunning shrine locally believed as bypass of Ali the cousin of prophet Mohammad, the sobering OMER landmine in Afghanistan and the famous bird market where you will see a maze small alleyway with locals which haggling over everyday product you can imagine. Including famous Afghan singing birds. Overnight in Kabul

Day8 Kabul – END OF TOUR
Thursday 22nd / May / 2024

Today we accompany you to the airport to catch your flight but before we will visit, Bibi Mahroo’s hills and then walk down the chicken street, once the famous epicenter of the counter-culture and free of love movements on the Opium Trail in the 60s. chicken street is now famous for its antique and carpet shops if you will be interested to buy some Afghan souvenirs to bring home..

Included: – All Accommodations – All Food – Transportations and Domestic Flights in Afghanistan – Guiding and Permits – Taxes – Entrance Tickets to Sites – Meals and Water/Tea

NOT INCLUDED: Travel Insurance – VISA FEE – Flights in an out of Afghanistan – Additional Drinks – Tips – Any extra payment.

Write e-mail to gus1thego@outlook.com to explain shortly about yourself and why you would be a great fit for our group, if you’re interested. If you get approved for the trip, you’ll get more info. TOUR INFO ABOVE!

We are going to get our visas in Dubai (unless you know and want to do it somewhere else,) but the plan is to arrive in Dubai on Monday or Tuesday (have a few days to get our visas – I will provide the LOI) and then we go to Kabul on a Thursday.

So yes, a legendary and challenging Afghanistan trip coming up. This will be a fantastic and epic trip as always with the gus1thego expeditions! Let’s create some unforgettable memories that will last for a lifetime!

How to sign up? Write an e-mail to gus1thego@outlook.com or DM “gus1thego” on Instagram.

Gustav
Gus1thego