Introduction
This 3 day Turkmenistan tour offers a luxury journey that blends modern Ashgabat with desert adventure at the world-famous Darvaza Gas Crater. Stay in five-star hotels such as the Yyldyz and Archabil, enjoy fine dining, and experience the elegance of the capital with guided visits to Independence Park, Neutrality Monument, Alem Cultural Center, and evening walks through beautifully lit squares. Discover the heritage of Ancient Nisa, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and explore the National and Carpet Museums before shopping at the bustling Russian Bazaar. Then switch to 4×4 comfort for the drive into the Karakum Desert, where the fiery “Gates of Hell” await. Spend the night in a comfort yurt camp, with beds, electricity, and traditional barbecue under the stars. A premium farewell lunch in Ashgabat concludes this exclusive luxury adventure.
Tour Itinerary
Day 1 – Ashgabat Modern City Experience
- Arrival at Ashgabat International Airport
- 10:00 – Meet & greet with professional guide and comfortable transfer
- 10:30 – Check-in at Yyldyz Hotel 5* (luxury accommodation)
- 11:30 – Akhal-Teke Horse Riding Experience (1 hour)
- 13:00 – Visit Berkarar Shopping Center – shopping & lunch at international restaurant
- 15:30 – Independence Park & Monument – symbol of modern Turkmenistan
- 16:30 – Neutrality Monument (Arch of Neutrality) – panoramic views
- 18:00 – Alem Cultural Center – ride the giant Ferris wheel
- 19:00 – Magtymguly Park – evening walk
- 19:30 – Free time (optional: Ertugrul Gazi Mosque, Turkmenbashy Ruhy Mosque)
- 21:00 – Dinner at hotel restaurant
- Overnight: Yyldyz Hotel 5*
Day 2 – Historical Sites & Journey to Darvaza
- 09:00 – Breakfast at hotel
- 10:00 – Ancient Nisa (UNESCO site, Parthian capital)
- 11:00 – National Museum of Turkmenistan – artifacts & culture
- 12:00 – National Carpet Museum – traditional weaving art
- 13:00 – Russian Bazaar – souvenirs & desert trip supplies
- 14:00 – Lunch at traditional Turkmen restaurant
- 15:30 – Vehicle change to Toyota Prado 4×4
- 16:00 – Departure to Darvaza Gas Crater (3.5h desert drive)
- 19:30 – Arrival at Darvaza – “Door to Hell”
- 20:00 – Accommodation in comfort yurt camp (beds, electricity, toilets, no shower)
- 20:30 – BBQ dinner by guide & driver at crater
- 21:30 – Evening around the flaming crater under starry sky
- Overnight: Comfort yurt camp at Darvaza
Day 3 – Desert Morning & Departure
- 08:00 – Luxury breakfast at desert camp
- 09:00 – Final photos & farewell at the crater
- 09:30 – Return to Ashgabat in Toyota Prado 4×4
- 13:00 – Arrival in Ashgabat
- 13:30 – Farewell lunch at premium restaurant
- 15:00 – Optional city tour or shopping (time permitting)
- 16:00 – Transfer to Ashgabat International Airport
- 17:00–19:00 – Departure (depending on flight schedule)
Price Includes:
- – Invitation letter support and Foreigner registration in Turkmenistan.
- – Accommodation. Yyldyz Hotel 5* and Archabil Hotel 5*
- – Ashgabat City tour
- – Transport and guide.
- – Meals at Darvaza and yurt night stay at Darvaza.
- – All breakfasts
- – All the expenses of the driver/guide, including gasoline, meals and accommodation, transfer to the point of meeting at border, and separating with the guest at the border.
- – All taxes
- – The tour starts at the Turkmenistan border and ends at the Turkmenistan border.
- – You will see everything that is possible to see within that time. The tour can be changed on the go as possible.
Not included:
- – Visa and other fees at the border. (Usually costs not more than $110, per person)
- – Meals ($3-8/ 1meal/ 1person)
- – Entrance fees to Museums and others as per the tour. roughly not more 10$ per day if any.
- – Tips. Tips are welcomed
Accommodation
Ashgabat – 1 nights
Standart: Bagt Kosgi / Mizan / Sport / Ashgabat
Comfort: Archabil / Yyldyz / Oguzkent
Darvaza – 1 nights
Standart: Shared yurts / individual accommodation in yurts or tents available upon request