Journey Across Turkmenistan: From Ancient Lands to the Caspian Shores
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Journey Across Turkmenistan: From Ancient Lands to the Caspian Shores

Experience the diverse beauty of Turkmenistan on a captivating journey where history, culture, and nature unfold in perfect harmony. From ancient cities and sacred sites to dramatic desert landscapes and striking canyons, this tour reveals the country's rich heritage and timeless spirit. Discover architectural treasures, encounter unique traditions, and take in breathtaking views that stretch from the heart of the desert to the shores of the Caspian Sea.

Tour Highlights

DarvazaAshgabatYangikalaTurkmenbashi city

Day-by-Day Itinerary

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Day 1

Arrival on Dashoguz/Shabat border — Dashoguz to Darvaza

Welcome to Turkmenistan! Arrival at the border in the morning and meet your guide. After the visa process, drive to Dashoguz city for sightseeing and lunch. Grocery shopping for the desert, then drive to the Darvaza gas crater. Overnight at the yurt houses in the Karakum desert.

Dashoguz city tourGrocery shopDarvazaEvening BBQ
1 night
Yurt houses in the Karakum desert
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Day 2

Darvaza – Ashgabat

Breakfast in the desert and drive to Ashgabat, visiting Yerbent village and the water crater on the way. Free time at the hotel, then an evening city tour. Overnight at the hotel in Ashgabat.

Yerbent villageWater craterKarakum desertAshgabat city tour
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Day 3

Ashgabat – Nohur – Ashgabat

Drive to Nisa Fortress, visiting the Spiritual Mosque on the way. Then the Akhal-Teke horse farm and lunch. Continue to Kow-Ata underground lake and Nohur village. After dinner, drive back to Ashgabat. Overnight at the hotel in Ashgabat.

Spiritual MosqueNisa FortressHorse FarmKow-Ata underground lakeNohur village
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Day 4

Ashgabat – Turkmenbashi (overnight train)

After breakfast, visit the Carpet Museum and the National Museum of History. Lunch and a visit to the Memorial Complex. Pack dinner and transfer to the train station for the Ashgabat–Turkmenbashi train (17:40–08:00). Overnight on the train.

Carpet MuseumNational Museum of HistoryMemorial Complex
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Overnight on the Ashgabat–Turkmenbashi train
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Day 5

Turkmenbashi – Yangikala

Arrive in the morning, breakfast and a Turkmenbashi city sightseeing tour. After lunch and packing dinner, drive to the Yangikala canyons, then transfer to the Gozli Ata pilgrimage site nearby. Overnight at the yurt houses there.

Turkmenbashi city tourYangikala canyonsGozli Ata pilgrimage
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Yurt houses at Gozli Ata (near Yangikala)
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Day 6

Yangikala – Garabogaz — Departure (Garabogaz/Temirbaba border, Kazakhstan)

After breakfast, a long drive to the border with lunch on the way. Guided departure support at the border.

Departure support

What's Included

  • Visa support (Letter of Invitation, State Registration, Travel Pass)
  • Accommodations
  • All in-country transportation (cars, train tickets, plane tickets)
  • Local guide for the full duration of the program
  • Full-board meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
  • Entrance fees to the sites mentioned in the program
  • Bottled drinking water, 1.5 L per person per day

Not Included

  • Turkmenistan visa fee
  • Turkmenistan migration tax
  • PCR test
  • Photo / video fees
  • Tips
  • Travel insurance
  • Souvenirs and other personal items
  • All other charges and services not mentioned under "Included"
Total Price
$2,500
$1,250 per person
Duration
6 days
Group Size
2
Difficulty
Moderate

Earliest start is 21 days from today, to allow time for bookings and visa processing.

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