Turkmenistan: The Silk Road Oasis

  • Turkmenistan

06

Days

980

USD

Route
1 Ashgabat
2 Nissa
3 Kov Ata
4 Karakum Desert
5 Darvaza
6 Mary
7 Ancient Merv
8 Ashgabat
Overview
A 6-day journey showcasing Turkmenistan's cultural and natural wonders, including UNESCO heritage sites, the iconic Darvaza gas crater, and ancient Silk Road trading hubs.

Itinerary

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Airport arrival, hotel check-in, and sightseeing of Independence Park, the Arch of Neutrality, Ertugrul Gazi Mosque, and the Ferris Wheel.
Visit the UNESCO Nisa fortress ruins, the Turkmenbashi Ruhy Mosque, the Akhal-Teke horse farm, and the warm underground Kov Ata lake.
Travel through the Karakum Desert to the burning Darvaza crater with a barbecue dinner at camp.
Return journey visiting the mud and water craters, then the Carpet Museum upon arrival in Ashgabat.
Domestic flight to Mary to explore the ancient Merv urban centres, fortress ruins, mausoleums, and the Mary History Museum.
Transfer to the airport for onward travel.
Trip Cost Breakdown
  • Included:
  • Hotel accommodation (double/twin rooms)
  • Hotel accommodation plus one night in a yurt camp
  • Daily breakfast
  • Air-conditioned transport with a professional driver
  • English-speaking local guide
  • Domestic flights as listed in the itinerary
  • Entrance fees to all mentioned attractions
  • Visa support and registration
  • Handmade souvenir per person
  • Not Included:
  • Visa consular fees ($80–100 USD, nationality dependent)
  • PCR COVID-19 test ($33 USD)
  • Photo/video charges at sites
  • Early hotel check-in
  • Lunches and dinners except where specified
  • International airfare
  • Travel insurance

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