Tour Details

In the Footsteps of the Great Silk Road

Ashgabat - Mary - Darvaza - Dashoguz - Turkmenbashi - Ashgabat

Embark on an unforgettable journey through Turkmenistan, exploring ancient historical sites and breathtaking landscapes. This tour combines the rich history of the Silk Road with the natural wonders of Turkmenistan, offering a perfect mix of culture, adventure, and relaxation.

Itinerary

Day 1

  • Meeting at Ashgabat International Airport.
  • Transfer and check-in at the hotel.
  • Enjoy a sightseeing tour of Ashgabat, visiting the Independence Monument, Arch of Neutrality, Constitution Monument, Alem Cultural and Entertainment Center, Magtymguly Fragi Park, Memorial Complex, and Wedding Palace.
  • Excursion to Old Nisa, a UNESCO World Heritage site and one of the first capitals of the Parthian Empire.
  • Visit the Turkmenbashi Ruhi Mosque, the largest mosque in Turkmenistan.

Day 2

  • Trip from Ashgabat to Mary.
  • On the way, visit historical sights including Abiverd and Seyitjemaleddin Mosque.
  • Explore ancient Merv: Mausoleum of Sultan Sanjar, Small and Large Gyz-Kala, Mausoleum of Ibn Zeid, Erk-Kala, and Gyaur-Kala.
  • Return to Ashgabat.

Day 3

  • In the afternoon, a ride through the Karakum Desert to the famous Darvaza gas crater.
  • Enjoy sightseeing and a walk around the crater, followed by a traditional dinner and overnight stay in a Turkmen yurt.

Day 4

  • Trip to Old Kunya-Urgench.
  • Excursion to historical sites including the Arslan Mausoleum (11th century), Mausoleum of Sultan Tekesh (12th century), Kutlug-Timur Minaret (12th-14th centuries), Mausoleum of Turabek Khanum (12th-14th centuries), and Mausoleum of Najmetdin Kubra and Sultan Ali.
  • Transfer to the airport for a flight back to Ashgabat.

Day 5

  • Excursion to the State Museum.
  • Visit the shopping and entertainment center "Berkarar" and the National Museum of Turkmen Carpets.

Day 6

  • Transfer to the airport for a flight to Turkmenbashi.
  • Upon arrival, depart for Yangykala Canyon.
  • Return to Turkmenbashi and transfer to the airport for a flight back to Ashgabat.

Day 7

  • Enjoy free time in Ashgabat.
  • Transfer to the airport for departure.