6-day Tour Of Turkmenistan Bukhara - Khiva Border
About this tour
Embark on an extraordinary 6-day journey through Turkmenistan, one of Central Asia's most enigmatic and fascinating countries. This comprehensive tour takes you from the ancient Silk Road city of Merv to the futuristic marble capital of Ashgabat, and from the stunning Yangikala Canyons to the legendary "Gates of Hell" at Darvaza Gas Crater.
Day-by-day itinerary
Day 1: Farab, Turkmenistan to Mary, Turkmenistan
Day 1, Farab Border – Ancient Merv – Mary city - Farab border crossing point - Drive towards Mary city, visiting the ancient city of Merv en route. - After sightseeing in Merv, you will proceed to Mary city. - Overnight in Mary City.
Day 2: Mary, Turkmenistan to Ashgabat, Turkmenistan
- After breakfast, you will begin the drive to Ashgabat. - Upon arrival in Ashgabat in the afternoon, you will check in to your hotel. - Free time in Ashgabat to relax or begin exploring this unique city. - Overnight in Ashgabat.
Day 3: Ashgabat, Turkmenistan to Türkmenbaşy, Turkmenistan
- In the morning drive from Ashgabat towards Turkmenbashi, located on the Caspian Sea coast. - En route, you will visit the Kow Ata underground thermal lake inside a cave and picturesque Nokhur Village, known for its traditional houses and culture. - Overnight in Turkmenbashi.
Day 4: Türkmenbaşy, Turkmenistan to Ashgabat, Turkmenistan
- After breakfast, you will drive from Turkmenbashi to the spectacular Yangikala Canyons. - After exploring Yangikala, you will continue your drive towards Ashgabat, passing through Balkanabat. - Upon arrival back in Ashgabat in the evening, you will check back into your hotel. - Overnight in Ashgabat.
Day 5: Ashgabat, Turkmenistan to Door to Hell, Derweze, Turkmenistan
- Today morning is dedicated to exploring the highlights of Ashgabat. - In the afternoon, you will begin the drive north into the Karakum Desert towards the Darvaza Gas Crater, also known as the "Gates of Hell". On the way, you will visit the lesser-known Water and Mud Craters. Your arrival at Darvaza will be timed to witness the dramatic view of the burning crater as dusk settles. - Dinner will be served at the nearby yurt camp. - Overnight at Darvaza in Yurts or tents.
Day 6: Door to Hell, Derweze, Turkmenistan to Shavat Canal, Dashoguz, Turkmenistan
- After breakfast at Darvaza, you will drive north towards Dashoguz. - Spend some time there before heading to the Shavat border crossing point for your exit from Turkmenistan. - End of the tour!
What's included
Price Includes (some points may not be applicable to your case): - Invitation letter support and Foreigner registration in Turkmenistan. - Accommodation. Standart rooms. - Ashgabat City tour - Transport and guide. - Meals at Darvaza and yurt night stay at Darvaza. - All breakfasts - All the expenses of the driver/guide, including gasoline, meals and accommodation, transfer to the point of meeting at border, and separating with the guest at the border. - All taxes - The tour starts at the Turkmenistan border and ends at the Turkmenistan border. - You will see everything that is possible to see within that time. The tour can be changed on the go as possible.
Not included: - Visa and other fees at the border. (Usually costs not more than $110, per person) - Meals ($3-8/ 1meal/ 1person) - Entrance fees to Museums and others as per the tour. roughly not more 10$ per day if any. - Tips. Tips are welcomed
What to know
This tour can be customized. Please get in touch with me.
Route & locations
Farab, Turkmenistan to Mary, Turkmenistan