3-Day Ashgabat and Darvaza Tour with Old Nisa and Desert Camp

Arrival at Ashgabat International Airport.

• Meet and greet, with assistance with visa formalities if required.
• Transfer to the hotel, check in, and enjoy time to rest.
• Begin your city tour of Ashgabat, renowned as the "white-marble city" and holder of multiple Guinness World Records.
• Visit the famous Akhal-Teke horse farm:

• Meet the legendary Akhal-Teke horses, one of the oldest and most beautiful breeds in the world.
• Learn about their cultural importance and take memorable photos.

• Free time for relaxation or an evening walk around the city.
• Overnight at a hotel in Ashgabat.

• Breakfast at the hotel.
• Visit Old Nisa, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the most significant archaeological sites of the Parthian Empire.
• Drive to the Karakum Desert (approx. 3-4 hours).
• Arrival at the legendary Darvaza Gas Crater, also known as the "Door to Hell."

• Explore the surrounding desert landscape.
• Walk around the crater at a safe distance.

• Enjoy a breathtaking sunset over the burning crater - one of Central Asia's most unforgettable natural sights.
• Dinner near the crater.
• Stargazing in the peaceful desert environment.
• Overnight in a traditional yurt or tent camp.

• Breakfast at the desert camp.
• Return to Ashgabat in the afternoon.
• Visit one of the local markets:

• Altyn Asyr Bazaar - the largest and most famous bazaar in Turkmenistan.
• Gulistan Bazaar - also known as the "Russian Bazaar," offering a more local atmosphere.

• Alternatively, visit a modern shopping center for souvenirs.
• Free time for last-minute exploration.
• Transfer to Ashgabat International Airport.
• End of the tour.