4-Day Turkmenistan Tour: Ashgabat, Merv & Darvaza - TmTourism
4-Day Turkmenistan Tour: Ashgabat, Ancient Merv, and Darvaza Gas Crater

4-Day Turkmenistan Tour: Ashgabat, Ancient Merv, and Darvaza Gas Crater

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Route: Ashgabat Airport – AshgabatAncient MervAshgabatDarvaza Gas Crater – Ashgabat Airport

Discover the best of Turkmenistan on this 4-day round-trip tour from Ashgabat. Explore the white-marble capital, dive into history with a day trip to the UNESCO-listed Ancient Merv, and experience authentic Turkmen culture. Complete your adventure with an unforgettable night of camping under the stars at the glowing Darvaza Gas Crater before returning to Ashgabat for departure.

There are currently no available dates for this tour. Contact us for a private tour.

What is included/not included

What is included
  • Letter of Invitation (LoI) for Turkmenistan visa and assistance with mandatory registration of foreign visitors.
  • Accommodation in standard hotel rooms: twin rooms shared by same-gender guests; double rooms for couples; single rooms arranged when needed (other room categories on request).
  • Private transport and English-speaking guide for the days and routes specified in your itinerary.
  • All expenses of your driver and guide, including fuel, meals, accommodation, meeting you at the border and seeing you off at the border.
  • Daily breakfasts during the tour.
  • Dinner and overnight in a yurt at the Darvaza gas crater and at Gozli Ata (if included in your itinerary).
  • Entrance fees and photography permits for museums and attractions visited with your guide.
  • Travel insurance.
  • All local taxes and mandatory service charges for services included in the tour.
  • The tour usually starts and ends at the Turkmenistan side of the border (other pick-up or drop-off points can be arranged on request).
What is not included
  • Visa and other border fees are not included. The visa can be obtained either at the embassy or at the border.
  • International flights and any transport to/from Turkmenistan at the start and end of the tour.
  • Meals not included in the program (estimated 3–8 USD per meal per person, depending on the location and restaurant).
  • Personal expenses (e.g. souvenirs, laundry, minibar) and tips for guides/drivers (optional but appreciated).
  • Drones (not allowed in Turkmenistan).
  • Entrance fees. meal costs and photo fees at the Turkmen Ojagy Ethnographic Complex (if included in your itinerary).

Tour program

Day 1 Arrival in Ashgabat & Early Check-in
* Early morning arrival: Meet and greet at Ashgabat International Airport upon your respective flight, followed by transfers to your hotel for early check-in and rest.
* Following some rest at the hotel, we will start our Ashgabat City Tour Embark on a private tour of Ashgabat that is completely tailored to your schedule. Your expert guide will design a route that maximizes your time. We will adapt the pace and landmarks to your personal interests, ensuring you experience the perfect mix of Turkmenistan's ancient history, rich culture, and striking modern architecture.
* Overnight: Hotel in Ashgabat.
Day 2 Ashgabat → Ancient Merv → Ashgabat
Day 3 Ashgabat → Darvaza
Day 4 Darvaza → Ashgabat & Departure

Accommodations

Ashgabat
2 nights
Standard: Hotel "Mizan", Bagt Koshgi Hotel
Comfort: Hotel "Oguzkent", Hotel "Archabil"
Darvaza
1 nights
Standard: Yurt Camp

Client Reviews (1)

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Ника котик
20.04.2026 18:13

Здорово отдохнули! Спасибо организаторам!

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