* Morning: Meet-and-greet at the Shavat border crossing. After completing formalities, begin your journey into the heart of Turkmenistan.
* Afternoon: Drive toward the Karakum Desert. En route, we stop at the Water and Mud Craters—unique geological bubbling formations that hint at the gas-rich earth beneath you.
* Evening: Arrive at the world-famous Darvaza Gas Crater (The Door to Hell). Watch as the desert sunset is replaced by the roar and glow of the burning abyss, which has been flaming since 1971. * Experience: Enjoy a traditional nomadic-style BBQ dinner under the stars.
* Overnight: Stay in a traditional Yurt near the crater for an authentic desert experience.
* Morning: Depart for Ashgabat, the capital city which holds the Guinness World Record for the highest density of white marble buildings.
* Afternoon: Visit a specialized Hippodrome/Equestrian Complex to meet the legendary Akhal-Teke horses. Known as «Golden Horses,» they are famous for their metallic sheen, endurance, and status as the pride of the Turkmen nation.
* Sightseeing: A city tour including Independence Park, the Neutrality Arch, and the sprawling fountains of the city. We will also visit the lush green parks that provide a cool oasis against the desert backdrop.
* Overnight: Sport hotel in Ashgabat.
* Morning: A scenic drive to the city of Mary.
* Afternoon: Deep dive into history at Ancient Merv (UNESCO World Heritage Site). Once one of the largest cities in the world and a crucial hub on the Silk Road, you will explore:
* The Mausoleum of Sultan Sanjar (an 11th-century architectural masterpiece).
* Kyz Kala (the massive mud-brick «Maiden’s Castles»).
* The ancient walls of Erk Kala and Gyaur * Cultural Experience: Immersive Folklore Show featuring traditional Turkmen music and dance.
Dinner: A traditional gourmet dinner at the
famous «Gadyma Odjak» restaurant (included in the tour price).
* Overnight: Hotel in Mary.
* Morning: After breakfast, enjoy a final look at the local life in Mary before heading east toward the Uzbek border.
* Afternoon: Drive through the eastern provinces to the Farap border crossing.
* Departure: Assist with customs and immigration for your onward journey into Uzbekistan.
1. LOI: you need a Letter of Invitation (LOI) to obtain a Turkmen visa.
2. Transport: A 4×4 vehicle is highly recommended for the final stretch to the crater, as well as comfortable cars or busses
3. Meal: A gas crater barbecue, Gadymy Ojak and Gokdepe lunchs include in tour price
4. Accommodation: A Turkmen yurt camp for 1 day stay, Mary Hotel and Sport Hotel DBL room acc 5. Guides: Guide service speaking your language
1. Turkmen visa: the cost of entry-visa and PS-test
2. Tips: tips for guides and driver
3. Medical insurance
Quantity | 2 pax | 4 pax | 6 pax | 8 pax | 10 pax | 12 pax | 15 pax | 20 pax |
Price for | 680 | 650 | 610 | 560 | 520 | 490 | 460 | 420 |
Single | 760 | 730 | 690 | 640 | 600 | 570 | 540 | 500 |
* – tour cost per person ($) subject to accommodation in DBL/ TWIN rooms
** – the tour operator has the right to change the sequence of visits or replace excursions
due to force majeure circumstances (weather conditions, etc.). In case of replacement
of the excursion program, the tour operator undertakes to provide a tourist tour of equal cost (not
lower in price) of the same quality and service.
