Description
Route: Turkmen-Iranian Border-Ashgabat-Mary-Merv- Ashgabat- Gokdepe-Kow-ata underground lake-Nokhur- Turkmenbashi- Yangy kala Canyon- Turkmenbashi airport- Ashgabat –Old Nisa-Darvaza –Dashoguz-Shabat Border
Day 1
Arrival Bajigiran border -Ashgabat City tour
- Upon arrival at Bajigiran border, meet local guide and driver. Transfer to hotel accommodation and rest. Then explore iconic landmarks like the Independence Monument, Arch of Neutrality, and Constitution Monument,Memorial complex,Alem Ferris Wheel and Gulistan Bazaar(Russian market). A night tour, driving along the main streets of Ashgabat making stop near the Palace of Happiness.
- Transport: Sedan or Siena
- Accommodation: Overnight at Ak-Altyn hotel*3
Day 2
Ashgabat- Mary-Merv
- After breakfast drive to Mary. On the way stop to see Seyit-Jamal-et-din mosque. Then drive to the historical Park of Ancient Merv that was at the intersection of the roads of the great Silk Road and quikly became one of the largest cities. Guided tour: the Mausoleum of Sultan Sanjar,Gyz Gala,Erk Gala,Yusup Hamadani complex,Ashkab ivans.
- Transport:Jeep4x4 or Siena
- Meals:Breakfast at the hotel
- Accommodation:Overnight at Margush hotel*3
Day 3
Mary- Ashgabat-Kov-Ata-Nokhur-Turkmenbashi
- After breakfast transfer to the airport in Mary.Catch a morning flight to Ashgabat. Upon arrival to Ashgabat drive to Goktepe mosque,Kow-ata underground lake often referred to as the “Father of Caves”, Discover the hidden gem of Nokhur village, nestled in the Kopetdag Mountains. Explore its natural wonders like the Nokhur Waterfall (Soygi dagy), House of Deva Cave, Centuries-Old Plane Tree, and Giz Bibi Gate.Then drive to Turkmenbashi, Overnight at the hotel.
- Transport: Plane, Jeep4x4 or Siena
- Meals:Breakfast at the hotel
- Accommodation: Overnight at Turkmenbashi hotel*3
Day 4
Turkmenbashi -Yangy kala canyon, Gozli ata- Ashgabat
- After breakfast drive to Yangikala Canyon, known as the ‘Grand Canyon of Central Asia’ and a remarkably beautiful place with pink, white, and yellow sandstone formations, stunning vistas, and the fascinating ‘crocodile’s mouth’ rock formation.Then drive to Gozli-Ata pilgrimage. After breakfast drive to Turkmenbashi city. Continue with driving to Caspian sea and enjoy the see breeze and walk along the cost. Transfer to Turkmenbashy airport. Fly from Turkmenbashi to Ashgabat (50 min)
- Transport: Plane, Jeep4x4 or Siena
- Meals:Breakfast at the hotel,Lunch at the canyon
- Accommodation: Overnight at Ak-Altyn hotel*3
Day 5
Ashgabat-Old Nisa-Darvaza
- After breakfast drive to “Old Nisa” The Sanctuary of Parthian Kings (UNESCO site) . After lunchtime drive to the Gas Crater – Darvaza (270km) which is located to the North of Ashgabat. Observe the fantastic view of the crater at daylight and at night, feel the heat and listen to the wind and the sound that this giant oven oven creates.
- Transport: Jeep4x4 or Siena
- Meals: Breakfast at the hotel ,Dinner at the camp
- Accommodation: Overnight at the traditional Yurt (tent)
Day 6
Departure Dashoguz border/Shabat
- After breakfast, Transfer to border Shabat. End of the tour.
- Transport: Jeep4x4 or Siena
- Meals: Breakfast at the camp
Included
- Tour package(LOI, Register fee)
- Hotel stay with Twin/DBL accommodation(4 nights), 1 night(Yurt)
- Guide (6 days)
- Transport with driver during the all route
- Meal breakfast at the hotel, dinner and breakfast at the Darvaza,Yangykala
- All entry tickets
- Domestic flights(Mary-Ashgabat, Turkmenbashi- Ashgabat)
- Daily Water
Not Included
- Visa fee 70-85$
- Migration tax 15$
- PCR test at the airport 30-35$
- Early check in/Late check out
- Extra meal,services
- Insurance
- Fee for using cameras on monuments
- International air ticket
- Tips for the driver and guide
- Private expenses, tips
