Itinerary

1. Day 1: Arrival and Festive Ashgabat Exploration

   • Arrival at Ashgabat International Airport.
   • Visa processing and COVID nineteen test on arrival, payable in cash USD.
   • Meet and greet with the local English-speaking guide.
   • Transfer to the hotel in an air-conditioned vehicle.
   • Hotel check in and time to rest after arrival.
   • Evening introductory night city tour of Ashgabat.
   • View illuminated white marble boulevards, fountains, and monuments.
   • Observe festive Nowruz decorations across the city.
   • Optional visit to a modern shopping and entertainment centre.

   Overnight stay at the hotel in Ashgabat.

2. Day 2: Ancient Nisa and Ashgabat City Landmarks

   • Morning – Ancient Nisa
   • Drive to Ancient Nisa, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
   • Explore Old Nisa and New Nisa archaeological complexes.
   • Visit royal fortress ruins and palace structures.
   • Learn about Parthian history and ancient Nowruz traditions.
   • Enjoy panoramic views of the Kopetdag Mountains.
   • Lunch at a local restaurant.
   • Afternoon – Ashgabat City Tour
   • Visit the Health Trail with scenic mountain views.
   • Stop at the World’s Tallest Flagpole, 133 metres, Guinness World Record.
   • Explore the Olympic City complex.
   • Visit the Independence Monument and surrounding park decorated for spring.
   • Ascend the Neutrality Tower for panoramic city views.
   • Ride the Alem Ferris Wheel, a Guinness World Record attraction.
   • Photo stop at the Wedding Palace, symbol of prosperity.
   • Visit the Oguzkhan and Six Sons Fountain Ensemble, Guinness Record.
   • Visit Ertogrul Gazy Mosque and the Ruhnama Book Monument.
   • Stop at the Earthquake Victims Memorial.
   • Return to the hotel.

   Overnight stay in Ashgabat.

3. Day 3: Kow Ata Nokhur Village and Geok Tepe

   • Morning – Kow Ata Underground Lake
   • Travel to Kow Ata Underground Lake.
   • Visit the natural thermal cave associated with purification and renewal.
   • Nokhur Mountain Village
   • Drive to Nokhur Village in the Kopetdag Mountains.
   • Explore traditional village life and architecture.
   • Visit the unique local cemetery.
   • Observe handmade crafts and local artistry.
   • Experience traditional Nowruz customs and celebrations.
   • Interact with local families celebrating the Spring New Year.
   • Optional Experience
   • Visit the Akhal Teke horse farm.
   • Learn about Turkmenistan’s legendary Akhal Teke horse breed.
   • Lunch en route or picnic-style depending on timing.
   • Afternoon – Geok Tepe
   • Visit the historic Geok Tepe Fortress.
   • Explore Geok Tepe Mosque.
   • Learn about Turkmen resilience, unity, and rebirth.
   • Return to Ashgabat in the evening.

   Overnight stay at the hotel in Ashgabat.

4. Day 4: Nowruz Celebrations and Cultural Immersion

   • Morning - Visit the Turkmen Carpet Museum.
   • Admire intricate carpet patterns symbolising nature, fertility, and renewal.
   • Lunch at a city restaurant.
   • Afternoon – Nowruz Celebrations
   • Participate in official and public Nowruz celebrations.
   • Enjoy live traditional music and folk dance performances.
   • Walk through streets and parks decorated with flowers and spring symbols.
   • Take part in traditional games and craft workshops.
   • Taste traditional Nowruz dishes including:
   • Semeni, sweet wheat pudding symbolising prosperity.
   • Sutluk, rice pudding representing abundance.
   • Pishme, festive fried pastries.
   • Visit Gulistan Russian Bazaar for shopping local crafts, sweets, and souvenirs.
   • Evening
   • Leisure walk through illuminated marble avenues.

   Overnight stay at the hotel in Ashgabat.

5. Day 5: Departure

   • Breakfast at the hotel.
   • Hotel check out.
   • Transfer to Ashgabat International Airport according to flight schedule.
   • End of the tour.