5-day Tour To Explore Turkmenistan
About this tour
Embark on a 5-day adventure through Turkmenistan. Begin with a tour of Ashgabat, visiting iconic landmarks and historical sites. Explore the ancient city of Merv, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and its stunning mausoleums. Experience the surreal Darvaza Gas Crater and camp under the starry desert sky. Explore Old Urgench's architectural treasures before departing.
Explore Ashgabat's Architectural Marvels and Historic Sites on a City Tour
Discover Ancient Merv, a UNESCO World Heritage Site on the Silk Road
Witness the Enigmatic Darvaza Gas Crater and Experience Nomadic Culture
Day-by-day itinerary
Day 1: Old Nisa, Ashgabat, Turkmenistan to Turkmenbashy Ruhy Mosque, Ashgabat, Turkmenistan
Meet the local guide at the Ashgabat International Airport. Transfer to the hotel. Rest time. In the afternoon at 14:30, Ashgabat city tour: visit the main tourist attractions in the capital, including parks and monuments, an impressive mosque, and other iconic buildings. After lunch, visit “Old Nisa” - The Sanctuary of Parthian Kings (UNESCO site), and continue with the “Gypjak” Mosque and Mausoleum of the late President of Turkmenistan. Transport - Regular bus Meals - Lunch at a local restaurant / Dinner at a local traditional restaurant (Not including tour price) Accommodation - Overnight at the hotel – Sport 4* or similar
Day 2: Seyit Jemaletdin Mosque, Annau, Turkmenistan to Mary, Turkmenistan
After breakfast, check out from the hotel and drive to Mary City. On the way, stop at: Annau, the ruins of the 15th-century Seyit Jamal-ad-Din Mosque. Abiward or Abi-ward is an ancient Sassanid city in modern-day Turkmenistan. Continue to Mary City. Visit Ancient Merv (UNESCO World Heritage Site). One of the major archaeological sites of Central Asia, Merv played an important part in the development of the Silk Road for more than 2,000 years. The splendid XII c. mausoleums of Sultan Sanjar and Muhammed ibn-Zeyd demonstrate exquisite Seljuk period brickwork and architectural décor. Transport - Regular Bus Meals - Breakfast at the hotel. Lunch on the way at a road cafe / Dinner at a local restaurant.(Not including tour price) Accommodation - Overnight at the hotel – Merv3* or similar
Day 3: Ashgabat, Turkmenistan to Darvaza Gas Crater - "Door to Hell", Derweze, Turkmenistan
The tour starts with a visit to the Museum, which has an extensive ethnography section, including a large collection of Turkmen jewellery, carpets, stuffed animals, a fully decorated yurt, and pottery from the time of the Mongol occupation. The archaeological section is best, with artifacts like pottery, weapons, household implements, and jewelry excavated at Merv and Margush. And then Flying to Ashgabat city from Mary Airport and have lunch at a local restaurant in Ashgabat. At 15:00, continue driving through the Karakum desert to Darvaza. Visit a small nomadic village on the way to the main attraction and immerse yourself in the traditional lifestyle of Turkmen people. Visit the Gas Crater. Stay in a camp with tasty catering; the perfect way to enjoy this highlight. Observe the fantastic view of the crater during daylight and at night, feel the heat, and listen to the sound that this giant oven creates. Transport - Regular Minibus - Jeep Meals - Breakfast at the hotel. Lunch at a local restaurant / Dinner picnic-style.(Not including tour price) Accommodation - Overnight in a tent under the starry sky
Day 4: Köneürgench, Turkmenistan to Ashgabat, Turkmenistan
After breakfast, drive to the North province of Turkmenistan, to the architectural monuments of Old Urgench, the capital of Khorezm in X-XII centuries. Visit the Mausoleum of Najm al-Din al-Kubra, Tyurabek Khanum, Il-Arslan, Tekesh Ibn Hadzhibey, and the highest minaret in Central Asia, Kutlyg Timur. Dashoguz city tour. Transfer to the airport for a local flight at 20:10. From Ashgabat airport, transfer to a local restaurant for dinner. Transport - Regular Minibus - Jeep Meals - Breakfast picnic-style. Lunch at a local restaurant / Dinner at a local restaurant.(Not including tour price) Accommodation - Overnight at the hotel – Sport 4* or similar
Day 5: Sport Hotel, Aşgabat, Turkmenistan to Ashgabat International Airport, Ashgabat, Turkmenistan
Transfer to the Ashgabat International Airport to board a flight to the next destination. End of the Program. Transfer to the airport
What's included
Tour package Hotel stay Guide (5 days) Transport (5 days) Air tickets: DSZ-ASB Transfers during the entire route Entry Tickets: Kunya-Urgench, Nisa, Museum in Mary, Ancient Merv Daily water
Extra meals, services, folklore concerts, and shows Private expenses and gratuities Insurance Fee for using cameras at monuments You have to pay extra for the visa fee, migration tax, and bank fee. Total =120$ Tips for driver and guide
What to know
Note: Each traveller should have 2 photos (5x6) to be presented at entry points.
Route & locations
Old Nisa, Ashgabat, Turkmenistan to Turkmenbashy Ruhy Mosque, Ashgabat, Turkmenistan