Legends of the Silk Road: An Exclusive 5-Day Tour of Turkmenistan - TmTourism

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Legends of the Silk Road: An Exclusive 5-Day Tour of Turkmenistan


Legends of the Silk Road: An Exclusive 5-Day Tour of Turkmenistan
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Discover the treasures of ancient Turkmenistan on our new signature route. From majestic UNESCO ruins to a flaming crater in the heart of the desert, this is a journey that will change your perception of Central Asia.

Tour program by day:

  • Day 1: Shavat Border — Kunya-Urgench — Dashoguz. Meeting at the border and immersion in the history of Khorezm. We will visit the Kutlug-Timur minaret (60m) and the Turabek-Khanum mausoleum. Overnight in Dashoguz.
  • Day 2: Dashoguz — Izmukshir — Darvaza. Morning shopping at the oriental bazaar and a trip to the Izmukshir fortress. In the evening, an unforgettable spectacle awaits us — the burning Darvaza crater ("Gates of Hell"). Overnight in yurts under the starry sky.

  • Day 3: Darvaza — Ashgabat. Sunrise at the crater and transfer to the white-marble capital. On the way, we will stop at the Water and Mud craters. Evening excursion around Ashgabat.
  • Day 4: Ashgabat — Merv — Turkmenabat. Journey to the oldest city in Central Asia — Ancient Merv (UNESCO). Exploration of Gyz-Gala and the Sultan Sanjar mausoleum. Overnight in Turkmenabat.
  • Day 5: Turkmenabat — Dayakhatyn — Farap border. Visit to the unique Dayakhatyn caravanserai on the banks of the Amu Darya and an excursion around Turkmenabat. The tour concludes at the Farap border at 19:00.

With TmTourism, every kilometer of the journey is filled with comfort and deep historical knowledge. We provide full visa support and professional guidance. How to book a tour to Turkmenistan



FAQ

What is included in the 5-day tour program in Turkmenistan?
The itinerary covers the country's main historical and natural landmarks: the ancient ruins of Koneurgench (Kutlug Timur minaret, Turabek-Khanum mausoleum), Izmukshir fortress, the famous Darvaza gas crater, the white-marble capital Ashgabat, the ancient city of Merv, which is a UNESCO World Heritage site, and the Dayahatyn caravanserai.
The tour program offers a variety of accommodation options for a full immersion in the country's atmosphere. Specifically, on the second day, participants will spend an unforgettable night in traditional yurts under the starry sky near the burning Darvaza crater. On other days, accommodation is organized in hotels in the cities of Dashoguz, Ashgabat, and Turkmenabat.
Yes, TmTourism provides full visa support for its clients, as well as professional guidance throughout the route to make your journey comfortable and informative.
The tour begins at the Shavat border crossing on the first day. The program concludes on the fifth day at 19:00 at the Farap border, following a visit to the Dayahatyn caravanserai and a city tour of Turkmenabat.

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