3-Day Turkmenistan Tour Covering Konye Urgench, Ashgabat and Ancient Merv
Highlights
Ashgabat, Mari, Darvaza
nature, photography, sightseeing
Private Tour
3 Days
Easy
Azerbaijani, English, French, Russian, Turkish
Languages
Azerbaijani, English, French, Russian, Turkish
Description
Discover Turkmenistan’s history culture and natural wonders on this three day private tour. Explore the UNESCO World Heritage site of Konye-Urgench and marvel at its ancient mausoleums and minarets. Witness the fiery Darvaza Gas Crater and spend a night under desert stars in a yurt. Visit Ashgabat to see Ahalteke horses iconic landmarks and Old Nisa. Explore Ancient Merv, Sultan Sanjar Mausoleum and local bazaars. Enjoy comfortable transport, expert guidance, and traditional meals on this easy paced adventure for history and nature enthusiasts.
Itinerary
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Day 1: Konye-Urgench and Darvaza Gas Crater
- 08:00 AM – Meet your Turkmen guide at the Dashoguz border and complete customs formalities.
- 09:00 AM – Drive approximately 105 km to Konye-Urgench.
- 11:00 AM – Explore the UNESCO World Heritage site of Konye-Urgench, including mausoleums, minarets, and ancient city ruins. Learn about its history and resistance against Genghis Khan.
- 03:00 PM – Continue through the Karakum Desert for approximately 4 hours to the Darvaza Gas Crater.
- 07:00 PM – Arrive at Darvaza, admire the “Gates of Hell,” and enjoy a barbecue dinner near the glowing crater.
- 09:00 PM – Overnight stay in a yurt camp under the desert stars.
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Day 2: Ashgabat
- 07:00 AM – Breakfast near the Darvaza Gas Crater.
- 08:00 AM – Drive approximately 4 hours to Ashgabat.
- 12:00 PM – Visit the Ashgabat Hippodrome to see the world-famous Ahalteke horses.
- 01:00 PM – Lunch at a local restaurant.
- 02:30 PM – Explore Saparmurat Ruhy Mosque and the Halk Hakydasy Memorial Complex in Berkewe.
- 04:00 PM – Visit Old Nisa, the ancient Parthian fortress and UNESCO heritage site.
- 05:30 PM – Enjoy an evening city tour of Ashgabat, including marble landmarks and central squares.
- 07:30 PM – Dinner at a local restaurant.
- 09:00 PM – Overnight stay at a hotel in Ashgabat.
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Day 3: Ancient Merv and Border Crossing
- 06:00 AM – Early breakfast and depart for Mary (approx. 3 hours).
- 09:00 AM – Explore Ancient Merv, including Sultan Sanjar Mausoleum, Great Kyz Kala, and other historical sites.
- 12:00 PM – Visit the local market and enjoy lunch.
- 01:30 PM – Continue to Farap (approx. 4.5 hours) and complete border formalities.
- 06:00 PM – End of the tour.
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Cancellation Policy
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For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.
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