• Overall

  The shorter version of our signature women's tour to Afghanistan. Following the success of our two Afghanistan women's tours in 2025 and the 2026 Afghanistan women's tour selling out in days, we are introducing one more women-only tour for 2026. 

  Blend cultural immersion, breathtaking landscapes, and empowering encounters with Afghan women and communities on this unique tour, travelling to the best that Afghanistan has on offer alongside Afghan women.

  Koryo Tours’ Afghan Sisters Travel Afghanistan signature women’s tour offers an unparalleled opportunity to connect with local women and explore Afghanistan through a uniquely female perspective.  

  This is an Afghanistan tour designed by women, for women.

  It focuses on learning about the lives of Afghan women in various contexts, whilst taking in the many highlights Afghanistan has to offer in three of the main provinces;

  Kabul
  Herat
  Bamiyan

  Experience the warmth of Afghan hospitality, the resilience of its communities, and the inspiring stories of Afghan women, while also witnessing the breathtaking beauty of Afghanistan’s historic landmarks, bustling markets, and tranquil national parks.

  Travelling by air and road, from the more liberal to the deeply traditional, we check off must-see destinations while gaining deep insights into the daily lives of its people. 

  Beginning and ending in Kabul, the tour starts with a chance to settle in, explore local markets, visit the National Museum, and enjoy the peaceful Babur Gardens. We’ll then fly to Herat, where you’ll explore the historic Friday Mosque and Herat Citadel, before starting our scenic road trip to Bamiyan. 

  Bamiyan is home to the iconic UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Buddhas of Bamiyan, and the beautiful turquoise lake of Band-e-Amir*. We spend three nights in Bamiyan to explore the sites, and also to take part in numerous unique women-focused activities.

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  Women-Focused Activities

   

  Apart from the highlights, we will also take part in several women-focused activities. 
  Discover vibrant craft and artisan markets, where hundreds of licensed female vendors showcase their skills. Here, you can shop for beautiful handmade items while directly supporting women in the community. In a more hands-on experience, join a local embroidery class led by artisans who have turned their traditional craft into a sustainable livelihood.

  We will also visit multiple organisations dedicated to catering to the development and empowerment of local women and children. 

  Food lovers will enjoy a traditional cooking class, learning how to prepare authentic Afghan dumplings – both vegetarian and meat options are available. For dining, there are opportunities to savour delicious meals at restaurants owned and run by women, featuring female chefs passionate about showcasing Afghan cuisine. And if coffee is more of your thing, we’ll also have a chance to enjoy some coffee brewed at the local female-run coffee shop. 

  (A complete women-focused activity list will be provided upon booking). 

  A percentage of every booking on our Afghanistan tours is donated either to the Women's Retreat Center (Afghan Sisters Tours) or Future Hope Charity Organisation orphanage in Kabul. You can also donate to each of these privately. 

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  Want a longer tour to visit Mazar and Kandahar? 

  Check out our 13-night 
  AFGHAN SISTERS DISCOVER AFGHANISTAN TOUR (MIXED, LONG) Tour.

   

  See here for our regular group tours to Afghanistan.

  *Note: it is not possible to enter to the Band-e-Amir lake as women are not permitted. We will visit the lake from a viewpoint. 

  Highlights

  • A rare opportunity to travel Afghanistan with local female tour guides, allowing you to learn about the lives of Afghan women in context. 
  • Take part in women-focused activities, such as visiting a female-run market, taking part in an embroidery class, and supporting women's initiatives. 
  • Visit Afghanistan's main provinces; Kabul, Bamiyan, Herat, as well as the Band-e-Amir turquoise blue lake.

• Itinerary

  

  Day 1 of 1

  1. Note: Due to safety reasons, we do not publish our itineraries online. Email [email protected] for the full itinerary. 
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• Extras

  • Upgrade to your own room in Afghanistan

• What is / is not included?

  INCLUDED

  • All accommodation throughout the time in Afghanistan.
  • Local Afghan tour guides (main guide + local guides, all female). 
  • Expert Koryo Tours tour leader. 
  • All transportation within Afghanistan, including domestic flights. 
  • All entrance tickets and activities listed.
  • 2x Meals a day (breakfast & lunch/dinner).
  • Water throughout the day. 

  NOT INCLUDED

  • Travel to Afghanistan.
  • Afghanistan visa.
  • Travel insurance (mandatory).
  • Tips for local guides. 
  • Souvenirs.
  • Extra drinks/snacks. 
  • SIngle supplement rooming (180 USD). 

• Notes

  This tour is the female-only version of our mixed group Afghan Sisters tour. It follows a similar itinerary and is led by the same expert female guides. It takes part in most of the same activities apart from those that are restricted to only women. For our mixed-group tour, see below;

  Afghan Sisters: Travel Afghanistan Short Tour

  Afghan Sisters: Travel Afghanistan Long Tour 

  Female Afghan guides lead this unique tour in Afghanistan. We will have one female guide who will join us throughout the whole trip, and we will meet up with other local female guides as we travel throughout the various provinces in Afghanistan.

  This tour is limited to 8 participants only and will give priority to those who have travelled with us before. 

  The safety of both our tour participants and the local female guides we are working with is our number one priority. We have taken all the relevant safety precautions to create this trip and are constantly in contact with local partners. Below you can find a sample itinerary that does not include precise dates and does not have a complete list of all women-focused activities. 

  How to Book

  Please contact us for more information at [email protected].

  Upon booking confirmation, you will be provided with a PDF of the complete itinerary including all activities and dates, as well as a detailed booklet on pre-tour information and guidance.

  It is mandatory to attend an online/in-person pre-tour briefing for this tour and the itinerary is subject to change depending on safety and availability. 

Please apply by 19th August, 2026.