The Minaret of Jam under a deep blue sky, with the mountains of Ghor behind it

Ghor, Afghanistan · UNESCO expedition

Minaret of Jam Tour — 7 days

  • 7 days
  • $1,199–$1,499 per person
  • Private tour
Short answer

The Minaret of Jam Tour is a 7-day private tour through Kabul, Bamyan and Ghor with Al Hamid Tour and Travel, for $1,199 to $1,499 per person. Kabul, Bamyan and Band-e Amir on the way to the 12th-century Minaret of Jam, by 4x4 across the central highlands. The price covers an English-speaking guide, private transport, hotels with breakfast and help with permits; flights, lunch and dinner are extra. The best season is May to October.

Minaret of Jam Tour at a glance

Length
7 days
Price
$1,199–$1,499 per person
Focus
UNESCO expedition
Where
Kabul, Bamyan and Ghor, Afghanistan
Typical stay
1 to 2 days
Best for
UNESCO heritage and expedition travel
Best season
May to October

What you see on the Minaret of Jam Tour

  • Minaret of Jam
  • Hari River gorge
  • Ghurid brickwork
  • Central highlands drive

The full day-by-day flow, photos and the other routes we run in the province are on the Ghor tours page.

What the Minaret of Jam Tour price includes

Included

  • An English-speaking guide who knows the region
  • Private vehicle and driver, including airport transfers
  • Hotels with breakfast, two people per room
  • Help with the visa invitation letter and the provincial permits

Not included

  • International and domestic flights (we can book the domestic ones for you)
  • Lunch and dinner
  • The visa fee

Who the Minaret of Jam Tour suits

For travelers who want to see one of the great medieval monuments of Central Asia and are happy with long days on rough mountain roads.

Minaret of Jam Tour: questions and answers

How long is the Minaret of Jam Tour?

7 days. Most travelers spend 1 to 2 days in Ghor, and the route can be shortened or extended around your flights.

How much does the Minaret of Jam Tour cost?

$1,199 - $1,499 per person with Al Hamid Tour and Travel. The final figure depends on group size and travel dates — send us your dates on WhatsApp and we will quote it exactly. The price covers the guide, private transport, hotels with breakfast, and the permit paperwork.

When is the best time to do this tour?

May to October. Ghor is at its best then, and that is when we run most departures.

Want to book this tour? Send us your dates and we will confirm the price and what the route looks like around your flights.

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