3-Day Turkmenistan Cultural Tour from Merv to Ashgabat with Melon Festival

Transfer comfortably to the historic city of Mary.

Visit Ancient Merv, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that was once a major center along the Great Silk Road.

Explore significant archaeological ruins, including mausoleums, citadels, and ancient fortresses.

Learn about the region's role in the spread of culture, commerce, and religion.

Enjoy lunch in Mary at a local restaurant.

In the late afternoon, depart for Ashgabat by private transfer.

Arrive in Ashgabat and check in to a comfortable hotel.

Spend the evening at leisure, with time to rest or explore the city on your own.

Taste a variety of melons and enjoy cultural exhibitions, performances, and traditional crafts.

After the festival, transfer to the archaeological site of Nisa.

Explore the ancient capital of the Parthian Empire, another UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Discover the remains of palaces, fortifications, and temples that reflect the grandeur of this historic city.

Return to Ashgabat in the late afternoon.

Spend the evening dining at a local restaurant of your choice.

Enjoy the white marble beauty of the capital illuminated at night.

Continue to a nearby horse farm to encounter the renowned Akhal-Teke horses.

Learn about their history and significance in Turkmen culture. Riding may be possible.

Visit one of Ashgabat's major museums: either the National Museum of Turkmenistan or the Museum of Fine Arts.

Explore exhibitions showcasing ancient artifacts, local art, and ethnographic collections.

Return to your hotel in the afternoon to rest and pack.

Transfer to Ashgabat International Airport for your departure.