5-Day Turkmenistan Tour: Ashgabat, Darvaza, Merv & Farap Border - TmTourism
5-Day Grand Tour of Turkmenistan: Ashgabat, Darvaza, UNESCO and Farap Border

5-Day Grand Tour of Turkmenistan: Ashgabat, Darvaza, UNESCO and Farap Border

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Route: Ashgabat Airport – Ashgabat – Flight to Dashoguz – Kunya-UrgenchDarvazaAshgabatMerv – Mary – Turkmenabat – Farap Border

Embark on a fascinating 5-day journey across Turkmenistan. Explore the white-marble capital of Ashgabat, visit the ancient ruins of Kunya-Urgench, and spend a night camping by the flaming Darvaza gas crater. Immerse yourself in traditional Turkmen culture, see Ancient Merv (UNESCO), and conclude the tour at the Farap border, passing through Turkmenabat.

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 & Ashgabat City Tour
* Morning Arrival: Meet and greet at the Ashgabat International Airport and transfer to the city.
* After breakfast 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 → flight to Dashoguz → Kunya-Urgench → Darvaza
Day 3 Darvaza → Ashgabat
Day 4 Ashgabat → Merv → Mary
Day 5 Mary → Turkmenabat → Farap border

Accommodations

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

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