5 Days / 4 Nights
Turkmen History Tour (Alat/Farap - Shavat/Khiva)
Turkmen History Tour (Alat/Farap - Shavat/Khiva)
5 Days / 4 Nights
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Turkmen History Tour (Alat/Farap - Shavat/Khiva)
Immerse yourself in centuries of Central Asian heritage on this 5-Day / 4-Night Turkmen History Tour. This itinerary offers a deep dive into ancient civilizations, tracking majestic UNESCO World Heritage sites, remote desert caravanserais, and the country's most iconic natural phenomena.
Tour details
Meeting Point: Farap (Turkmenistan) / Alat (Uzbekistan) Border Upon arrival at the Farap/Alat border, our team will greet you and assist with border formalities. Transfer to the hotel for check in and some time to refresh after your journey. Excursion to Dayahatun Caravanserai (182 km) After lunch, take a scenic drive to the Dayahatun Caravanserai, a magnificent medieval stop on the Great Silk Road. Drive to Mary city and stay night at the hotel
Farap border
Hotel in Mary
Mary
After breakfast, explore Mary and enjoy a brief city tour, including the local market, city center, and other notable sights. Continue to the Historical Park of Ancient Merv, a major hub on the Silk Road. Explore key landmarks with a guided tour, including Gyz Gala, Erk Gala, Soltan Gala, the Mausoleum of Sultan Sanjar, Ashby, Yusup-Hamadani, and the Ibn Zeid Mausoleum. Visit the Museum of History, home to numerous artifacts excavated from Merv and the Margush region. Drive to Ashgabat city
Mary
Hotel in Ashgabat
Ashgabat
Breakfast
After breakfast Ashgabat City Tour: visit main tourists’ attraction in the capital: Independence monument, Neutrality Arch, Earthquake monument, Ertogrul Gazi mosque and Gulistan bazaar (Russian bazaar).
Ashgabat
Hotel in Ashgabat
Ashgabat
Breakfast
After breakfast, visit Old Nisa, the ancient sanctuary of the Parthian kings and a UNESCO World Heritage site, dating from the 3rd century BC to the 3rd century AD. Then drive to Darvaza-Gas crater which is a huge flaming crater. On the way stop to see the village Bahardok, observe the rural life of Turkmen people. Continue with moving to the Water, Clay and Gas Crater. In the evening camping, enjoy the spectacular and fascinating view of the gas crater.
Ashgabat
Yurt camping
Darvaza
Breakfast in hotel and dinner in Darvaza
After breakfast drive to Konya Urgench, an ancient Silk Road city and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. During the tour, visit the Mausoleum of Najm al-Din al-Kubra TyurabekKhanum, Tekesh Ibn Hadzhibey, the highest minaret in Central Asia KutlygTimur Then transfer to the Dashoguz/Shavat border, to cross to Uzbekistan.
Darvaza
Shavat border
Breakfast
The route includes a long drive through the desert, sometimes on uneven roads. Comfortable closed-toe shoes, a hat, sunscreen, and warm clothing for the evening at Darvaza are recommended. Be prepared for basic accommodations and an overnight stay in a desert camp.
Included
- Letter of invitation
- Hotel stay 3* with Twin/DBL accommodation (3 nights) -Yurt rent campsite (1 night)
- Transportation during the all route
- Guide during the all route
- Meal (BB) Breakfast at the hotel
- All Transfers, All entry Tickets
- Daily water 1,5L bottles per day (per person)
Not Included
- Visa fee: 70-85$
- Migration tax: 15$
- PCR test: 31$
- Early check in/Late check out
- Extra meal, private expenses
- Fee for using cameras on monuments
- Folklore show and concerts
- Medical Insurance
Custom Dates
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