Introduction
4 Day Turkmenistan Tour is the perfect itinerary for travelers who want to see the country’s highlights in a short time. Begin in Ashgabat, the marble capital famous for its monuments, museums, bazaars, and UNESCO-listed Nisa. Experience the legendary Akhal-Teke horses, shop in lively bazaars, and enjoy authentic Turkmen cuisine. Spend a night in the desert at the world-famous Darvaza Gas Crater, also called the “Gates of Hell.” The journey concludes with a visit to the Silk Road ruins of UNESCO Kunya-Urgench before exiting at the Shavat border near Khiva. This compact program combines culture, history, and adventure in just four unforgettable days.
Tour Itinerary
Day 1 – Arrival in Ashgabat (Evening)
- Evening arrival at Ashgabat International Airport.
- Meet & greet by our local team.
- Private transfer to hotel, check-in.
- Rest after the flight.
- Overnight in Ashgabat.
Day 2 – Ashgabat Full-Day City Tour
- After breakfast, begin your full-day sightseeing of Turkmenistan’s capital, known as the “City of White Marble”.
- Turkmen Carpet Museum – admire the artistry and heritage of traditional Turkmen carpets.
- Monuments Tour – Neutrality Arch, Monument of Independence, Ertugrul Gazi Mosque.
- UNESCO Nisa – explore the ruins of the ancient Parthian capital.
- Akhal-Teke Horse Stables – see the legendary golden horses of Turkmenistan.
- Olympic Village – discover the impressive sports complex built for the 2017 Asian Games.
- Shopping & Modern Ashgabat – visit Berkarar or Ashgabat Shopping Mall.
- Dinner at a traditional restaurant with authentic Turkmen cuisine.
- Overnight in Ashgabat.
Day 3 – Ashgabat City Tour (Morning) → Darvaza Gas Crater (Afternoon)
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Morning short city tour in Ashgabat:
- Tolkuchka Bazaar (Altyn Asyr Bazaar).
- Health Path (Saglyk Yoly).
- Afternoon departure to Darvaza Gas Crater (approx. 4.5 hours).
- Stops at the Water Crater and Mud Crater.
- Sunset at Darvaza Gas Crater – the “Gates of Hell”.
- Dinner and overnight at desert Yurt Camp (or tents).
Day 4 – Darvaza → Kunya-Urgench (UNESCO) → Shavat Border
- Breakfast at Darvaza.
- Drive to Kunya-Urgench (UNESCO World Heritage Site).
- Visit Kutlug-Timur Minaret, Mausoleum of Turabek-Khanym, Tekesh Mausoleum, Il-Arslan Mausoleum, Najm al-Din al-Kubra complex, and more.
- Continue to Shavat border crossing with Uzbekistan (near Khiva).
- End of services in Turkmenistan.
Price Includes:
- - Invitation letter support and Foreigner registration in Turkmenistan.
- - Accommodation. Standart rooms.
- - 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 - 2 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