Explore Turkmenistan from marble cityscapes to glowing canyons and Caspian shores Trace the country’s shifting landscapes: the architectural elegance of Ashgabat, the colorful cliffs of Yangy-Gala, the coastal calm of Turkmenbashy, the ancient legacy of Merv, and the fiery desert heart of Darvaza. This journey brings together culture, color and unforgettable horizons.

Itinerary

Day 1 Ashgabat: The White Capital

Arrive in Ashgabat and meet your local guide. Begin exploring the city’s iconic sites, including the Monument of Neutrality, the Alem Indoor Ferris Wheel, and the UNESCO-listed Parthian Fortresses of Nisa. Stroll through Gulistan Bazaar to experience the city’s vibrant daily life. Overnight in Ashgabat.

Day 2 Caspian Coastline: Ashgabat to Turkmenbashy

Take a morning flight to Turkmenbashy and transfer to your hotel. Continue to Yangy-Gala Canyon, where brilliant red and white cliffs glow under the sun, creating one of Turkmenistan’s most striking natural landscapes. Explore the Caspian shoreline and Turkmenbashy port area before returning to the city. Overnight in Turkmenbashy.

Day 3 Turkmenbashy to Merv to Ashgabat

Fly to Mary to visit Ancient Merv, once a major center of the Silk Road and now a vast UNESCO archaeological site. Wonder through its monumental remains, including the Sultan Sanjar Mausoleum and the dramatic Kyz-Kala fortresses. Return to Ashgabat in the evening. Overnight in Ashgabat.

Day 4 Into the Desert: Darvaza Crater

Begin your day at the Gypjak Memorial Complex before heading into the Karakum Desert. Stop in Yerbent village to Experience traditional desert life and hospitality. Arrive at the legendary Darvaza Gas Crater, known as the “DOOR to Hell”, just in time to watch its fiery glow deepen at sunset. Overnight in a nomadic yurt camp beneath the desert sky.

Day 5: Return and Departure

Return to Ashgabat and transfer to the International Airport for your departure flight. End of services.

Included:

·         Letter of invitation

·         Accommodation (hotel and overnight at nomadic yurt camping)

·         Breakfast included

·         English speaking local guide (other languages available upon request)

·         Incidental travel insurance

·         Transport

·         24/7 customer support before and during your trip for a stress - free journey

Excluded:

·        Turkmenistan visa on arrival at the airport/border checkpoint

·        Immigration tax at the airport/border checkpoint

·        COVID-19 testing at the airport/border checkpoint

·         International flights to and from Turkmenistan