HISTORICAL TOUR 6 DAYS IN TURKMENISTAN
About tour
This 6-days, 5-nights tour of Turkmenistan begins with your arrival in Ashgabat, where a guide will meet you and take you to your hotel. On the second day, you'll visit the historical site of Nissa and then explore the Kow-Ata underground lake, known for its warm, emerald-green water. On the third day, you'll travel to Mary and tour the ancient city of Merv, one of the largest and most important cities of the ancient world. The fourth day is dedicated to visiting Gonurdepe, a significant archaeological site that was one of the centers of ancient civilization. On the fifth day, you'll return to Ashgabat for a city tour, including visits to landmarks such as the Ertugrul Gazi Mosque and the National Museum. The sixth day includes a trip to Darvaza to see the famous burning crater in the Karakum Desert.
Itinerary
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Arrival to Ashgabat international airport in the early morning by Turkmenistan Airlines. Tour guide will meet you with “Ak yol travel” signboard at meeting area and transfer to the hotel. Upon arrival check in and overnight at the hotel. Breakfast is at the hotel. Ashgabat is a relatively young city in 25.05.2013 city was included Gunnies Book of records as a white marbled city on the world. City tour in Ashgabat with visits of Ertogrul Gazi Mosque it honors Ertogrul, the father of Osman I, the founder of the Ottoman Empire. Independence Park, this Park is one of the city’s attractions, embodying the spirit of modern Turkmenistan.Arch of Neutrality is a viewing platform. Night at the hotel.
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Breakfast at the hotel. After breakfast drive to Nissa Historical Park - located on a natural high platform at the foothills of the Kopetdag Mountains. Nissa owes its importance to the early Parthian rulers who took over control of the area in III c. BC. Then visit Kow-Ata underground lake that is located 107 km from Ashgabat. The Turkmen name Kow-Ata means Father of caves. At first glance, this underground area appears like a magnificent auditorium: the overall length of the cave is 230 m, its height reaches 20 m, and its width is at some points 57 m. The bottom of the cave is covered with lumps of dissolved limestone (stalagmites), and its warm and gushing water is clear and emerald colored. The water has a constant temperature of 33-37°C. (You should swim in a lake). Night at the hotel
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Breakfast at the hotel. Then drive to Darwaza in the Karakum desert, with visit of Erbent desert community on the way. Darwaza - The center of a gas-rich area in the heart of the Karakum desert attracts travelers from all over the world because of its unique burning crater that offers a particularly spectacular view in the dark. Dinner time and overnight tent or yurt.
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After camp style breakfast drive to Ashgabat. Arrival in Ashgabat early afternoon. Free evening on your own to explore the city. Check-in to hotel. Overnight at the hotel.
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Early morning transfer to Ashgabat airport, first morning flight to Mary at 06:30/07:10 (flight time could be changed). Upon arrival excursion to an Ancient Merv– Merv, located at the former banks of the Murghab River, was the most important Silk Road hub in the region, and particularly thriving as regional capital under Seljuk governor Sanjar. Merw is the collective name of five urban centers that existed under various different names in different periods from the VI c BC up to the XVIII c AD. The capital competed with the cities of the Islamic world such as Baghdad, Cairo and Damascus. Guided tour: Gyz Gala, Erk Gala, Soltan Gala, the Mausoleum of Soltan Sanjar, Ashabs, Yusup- Hamadani and Ibn Zeid Mausoleum. Returning to Mary, visiting History Museum. short walking tour within the central part of Mary City which has The Regional Mosque of Mary Province, The Central Theater of Mary, The Convention & Conference Center “Ruhiyet Koshgi”, Central Park & Monument of Mollanepes-the National Classic Poet who lived in Mary in XVIII-XIXcc. Afterwards transfer to Mary airport, flight for Ashgabat at 20:15/20:55 (flight time could be changed) arrival and transfer to hotel. Night at the hotel.
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Transfer to the Ashgabat International airport for flight to next destination.
Included
- Accommodation in mentioned hotels on DBL/TWIN sharing
- Ashgabat - "Ak Altyn" Hotel 3* / Sport Hotel 4*- 4 nights
- Darvaza Gas Crater - 1 night
- Breakfasts at the hotels
- Services of A/C comfortable transport with professional driver as per the program
- o 1-2 pax - Sedan car up to 4 seats “Toyota Camry, Kia,Hundai”
- o 3-7 pax – Minivan up to 7 seats “Toyota Siena, Toyota Haice”
- o 8-19 pax – Minibus “Toyota Coaster”
- 3-4 Days Darvaza tour 4 WD car
- English speaking local guide
- Domestic air tickets: Ashgabat-Mary-Ashgabat
- Daily two bottles of 0.5l water per person
- Full Board meals: 5 Lunches / 5 Dinners
- BBQ style dinner and breakfast at Darvaza crater
- Utensils and necessary equipment for staying in tents (sleeping bags, sleeping mats, pillows, dining table, chairs)
- Folklore show
- Entrance fees to mentioned sights per program (excluding photo and video charges at sights)
- Visa support to Turkmenistan, registration and travel pass
- Porter services
- Handmade souvenir per person
Excluded
- Visa consular fees and processing expenses 80+15 USD per person, when obtained at land border (subject to change, nationality dependent)
- Turkmenistan migration tax 14 USD per person
- PCR nose test 33 USD (subject to change)
- Photo and video charges at sights
- An early check-in hotel
- A tax of 2 USD per night paid to the hotel upon check out
- Beverages
- International air tickets to / out of Ashgabat
- Travel Insurance
- Extras, not indicated in inclusions
Additional info
ARRIVAL DATES IN 2026:
Group 01: 07.03-12.03.2026
Group 02: 15.03-20.03.2026
Group 03: 12.04-17.04.2026
Group 04: 19.04.-24.04.2026
Group 05: 04.05-09.05.2026
Group 06: 16.05-21.05.2026
Group 07: 15.06-20.06.2026
Group 08: 22.08-27.08.2026
Group 09: 06.09-11.09.2026
Group 10: 03.10-08.10.2026
Group 11: 17.10-22.10.2026
Group 12: 07.11-12.11.2026
Group 13: 23.11-28.11.2026
Group 14: 05.12-10.12.2026
Group 15: 20.12-25.12.2026
PRICING: 2026
Hotel 3*
1 pax - 1495 USD
2 pax - 1150 USD
4 pax - 993 USD
6 pax - 872 USD
8 pax - 842 USD
10 pax - 865 USD
Single Supplement: 60 USD
Hotel 4*
1 pax - 1595 USD
2 pax - 1250 USD
4 pax - 1092 USD
6 pax - 972 USD
8 pax - 942 USD
10 pax - 965 USD
Single Supplement: 120 USD
NOTE:
Check-in after 14:00, check-out before 12:00
Set menu includes salad, soup, main course, bread, tea, coffee & water
We offer at Darvaza Gas Crater BBQ style menu
Dinner is a highlight of the camping experience and is typically a hot, freshly prepared meal
Barbecue (BBQ) or Shashlik: This is the most common and traditional offering. Our guide and driver will prepare "nomad-style kebabs" or grilled skewers (shashlik) over an open fire. Meats are usually lamb or chicken.
Meals are universally accompanied by fresh bread, salads, and sometimes roasted vegetables like potatoes or eggplant.
Dessert in the Desert: Turkmen Melons and watermelons: If traveling during the harvest season (late summer/early autumn), the famous, incredibly sweet Turkmen melon and watermelon is the country's most beloved natural dessert and is often served.
We also offer our customers our national Turkmen drinks: green tea, kefir/ayran, and fermented Camel Milk (Chal)
For breakfast, we offer boiled eggs, yogurt, fruits, jam, bread, tea, and coffee.
Vegetarian/Dietary Needs: Because meals are prepared in advance, you must inform our tour operator well ahead of time of any dietary restrictions (vegetarian, vegan, allergies). They can usually accommodate with things like simple vegetable plov or grilled vegetables (tomatoes, eggplant, sweet pepper).
Child policy:
Child 0-2 years old -No extra bed, free charge
Child 3-6 years old- with bed, 50 % charge of the tour cost
Child 7 years old and above -with bed 100 % charge of the tour cost
Payment:
Tour payment should be made not less than 10 days prior to tourist group arrival to our bank account as per sent invoice
Cansellation prior to 30 days - no charges apply
Cansellation prior to 29-20 days 50% charge of the tour price
Cansellation prior to 19-10 days - 100 % charge of the tour price
Notes:
If the traveler stays more than 3 working days in Turkmenistan, the travel agency will register and stamp your passport on a local Tourist Board
An express PCR test for Covid-19 will be taken upon arrival. It costs 33 USD (subject to change)
Breakfast box in case of very early morning departures
Customer Support
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