Karakum Nomad Jeep Expedition

  • Turkmenistan

12

Days

Route
1 Ashgabat
2 Mary
3 Gonurdepe
4 Ancient Merv
5 Karakum Desert
6 Kunya Urgench
7 Dashoguz
8 Turkmenbashi
9 Yangykala Canyon
10 Gozli Ata
11 Nokhur
12 Kov Ata
Overview
A comprehensive 12-day desert exploration across Turkmenistan combining ancient historical sites with dramatic natural landscapes, camping under desert stars.

Itinerary

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Arrive in Ashgabat and tour major city monuments including museums, parks, and architectural landmarks.
Explore Ruhy Mosque, the UNESCO Nissa site, the Carpet Museum, and the Akhal-Teke horse stables.
Fly to Mary and visit the ancient Margush capital and multiple fortress ruins.
Visit a camel farm, carpet factory, and a desert monument with local hospitality.
Tour historical fortresses and return to the capital.
Undertake a 4x4 off-road journey into the Karakum Desert, camping overnight.
Continue north to the UNESCO World Heritage site with historical monuments.
Fly to the coast and take a jeep tour toward Yangykala Canyon.
Explore canyon formations and the mausoleum pilgrimage site.
A scenic drive through a mountain village and the underground thermal lake.
Final day shopping at malls and the traditional Gulustan bazaar.
Airport transfer for onward travel.
Trip Cost Breakdown
  • Included:
  • Hotel accommodation (double/twin rooms)
  • Daily breakfast
  • Air-conditioned transport with a professional driver
  • English-speaking local guide
  • Domestic flights as listed in the itinerary
  • Daily drinking water
  • BBQ dinner and breakfast at Darvaza
  • Entrance fees to all mentioned attractions
  • Visa support and registration
  • Handmade souvenir per person
  • Not Included:
  • Visa consular fees ($80–100 USD, nationality dependent)
  • Turkmenistan migration tax ($14 USD)
  • PCR COVID-19 test ($33 USD)
  • Photo/video charges at sites
  • Early hotel check-in
  • Lunches and dinners except where specified
  • Beverages
  • International airfare
  • Travel insurance
  • Personal expenses

Frequently Ask Questions

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