Pakistan & Afghanistan Overland Tour
The Pakistan & Afghanistan Overland Tour is a 21-day route from Islamabad and Peshawar over the historic Khyber Pass to Kabul, Bamiyan and Mazar-i-Sharif. It is currently on request only and runs only if the border is open to foreigners and travel is considered safe.
- Duration21 Days
- CountriesPakistan & Afghanistan
- BorderTorkham (Khyber Pass)
- Best SeasonApril – October
- StatusPaused / on request
Over the Khyber Pass
The Khyber Pass between Peshawar and Kabul is one of the most famous mountain passes in history, crossed by armies, traders and travellers for thousands of years. Beyond it lie the gardens of Kabul, the cliffs of Bamiyan and the Blue Mosque of Mazar-i-Sharif.
The Pakistan Afghanistan Overland route begins with Islamabad, Taxila and Peshawar and crosses at Torkham into Afghanistan. At present the Torkham crossing is not open for foreigners entering Pakistan, and many governments advise against travel to Afghanistan, so this route is on request only and will only run when it is legal and considered safe.
Trip Highlights
- Islamabad, Taxila and the Gandhara collection
- Peshawar old city and the Peshawar Museum
- The Khyber Pass and Torkham border
- Kabul's old city and Babur's Gardens
- The valley of Bamiyan and Band-e Amir lakes
- The Blue Mosque of Mazar-i-Sharif
Itinerary
Day 1Arrive in Islamabad
Our team meets you at the airport.
Overnight: HotelDay 2Islamabad and Taxila
Faisal Mosque and Taxila.
Overnight: HotelDay 3Drive to Peshawar
Drive to Peshawar and visit the Peshawar Museum.
Overnight: HotelDay 4Peshawar old city
Qissa Khwani Bazaar, Sethi House and Mahabat Khan Mosque.
Overnight: HotelDay 5Khyber Pass to Kabul
Cross the Khyber Pass and the Torkham border (when open to foreigners), then continue via Jalalabad to Kabul.
Overnight: HotelDay 6–8Kabul
Old city, Babur's Gardens, the National Museum and bazaars.
Overnight: HotelDay 9–12Bamiyan
Fly or drive to Bamiyan: the Buddha niches, Shahr-e Gholghola and Band-e Amir lakes.
Overnight: HotelDay 13–14Back to Kabul
Return to Kabul.
Overnight: HotelDay 15–18Mazar-i-Sharif and Balkh
Fly to Mazar-i-Sharif for the Blue Mosque and the ancient city of Balkh.
Overnight: HotelDay 19–20Free days
Rest days or extra time for travel changes.
Overnight: HotelDay 21Depart
Fly home from Mazar-i-Sharif or Kabul.
Overnight: —Overland routes depend on border status, visas and security advice. If a border is closed, we adjust the route or connect by flight. Your guide will always put safety first.
What's Included
Included
- Airport pick-up and drop-off at the start and end
- Hotels in Pakistan and Afghanistan
- Domestic flights in Afghanistan, or road transport where safe
- Private vehicle with experienced drivers in Pakistan, and partner vehicles abroad
- English-speaking guides in each country
- Daily breakfast and dinner
- Entry fees to sites in the itinerary
- Visa support letters (LOI) for Pakistan and help with the second country
Not Included
- International flights to the start and from the end of the tour
- Visa fees for all countries
- Travel insurance valid in all countries visited
- Lunches and drinks
- Security and permit fees in Afghanistan
- Tips for guides and drivers
- Anything not listed under "Included"
Moments from the Trail
Why Choose the Pakistan Afghanistan Overland Tour?
The Pakistan Afghanistan Overland route follows one of the oldest journeys in Asia, over the Khyber Pass into a country of extraordinary history and landscapes.
At present we only discuss this route on request. In the meantime, see the Pakistan side of the Khyber on our Peshawar City Tour or the Gandhara Heritage Tour.
Before you travel, read our Pakistan visa guide and our advice on travel insurance, or browse all our overland tours from Pakistan.
Plan the rest of your trip
Good to Know
Border Status
In 2026 the Torkham crossing has been reopened only for controlled movement of Afghan nationals, with no entry into Pakistan for foreigners. Many governments also advise against all travel to Afghanistan. We will only run this route when the border is open to foreigners and travel is considered safe.
Visas
You need visas for both Pakistan and Afghanistan, and Afghanistan rules can change quickly. Check your own government's travel advice before considering this route.
Partners Abroad
In Pakistan our own team runs your trip. In the second country we work with trusted local partners, so you have guides, drivers and hotels arranged on both sides of the border.
When to Go
April to October is the usual season, when Bamiyan and the passes are accessible. Read our guide to the best time to visit Pakistan.
Reserve Your Place on the Tour
This route is currently on request only. Message us and our team will advise on the latest border and security situation.
