Introduction
This 5 Day Turkmenistan Tour is designed for travelers seeking comfort and authentic experiences, with luxury 5-star hotels like Archabil or Yyldyz in Ashgabat and modern Prado jeeps for the drive to Darvaza. Begin with the capital’s monuments, museums, Russian Bazaar, and the golden Magtymguly monument, then visit grand mosques where past guests from the Emirates prayed. Spend a memorable night at the fiery Darvaza Gas Crater in traditional yet comfortable yurts, explore Nisa UNESCO ruins and Akhal-Teke horses, before returning to Ashgabat for departure.
Tour Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival & Ashgabat City Tour
- Airport pickup (please provide flight details once confirmed)
- Check-in at 5-star hotel (Hotel Archabil or Yyldyz)
- City tour:
- Independence Monument and Arch of Neutrality
- National Museum of Turkmenistan (brief visit suitable for families)
- Earthquake Monument and Wedding Palace
- Magtymguly Cultural Park (perfect for families with children)
- Russian Bazaar for authentic local experience
- Neutrality Monument for panoramic city views
- Overnight in Ashgabat
Day 2: Mosque Visits & Darvaza
- Breakfast at hotel
- Morning visits:
- Turkmenbashi Ruhy Mosque (one of the largest in Central Asia)
- Ertugrul Gazi Mosque (beautiful Ottoman-style architecture)
- Afternoon departure to Darvaza Gas Crater
- Arrive before sunset for spectacular views
- Overnight in traditional yurts at Darvaza
Day 3: Darvaza to Ashgabat
- Breakfast at Darvaza
- Return journey to Ashgabat
- En route visits: Water Crater and Mud Crater
- Afternoon visit to Tolkuchka Bazaar (traditional market experience)
- Evening stroll through White City district including Olympic Village and old districts
- Overnight in Ashgabat
Day 4: Cultural Exploration
- Breakfast at hotel
- Visit Ancient Nisa (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
- Ahal Teke horse farm with demonstration and 1-hour riding experience
- Carpet Museum showcasing traditional Turkmen craftsmanship
- Visit local shopping centers and traditional restaurants for authentic Turkmen cuisine experience
- Overnight in Ashgabat
Day 5: Departure
- Transfer to airport for departure (we will adjust timing once you provide flight details)
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 – 3 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
Important – Domestic Flight Tickets
If you wish to book this tour, please confirm your reservation at least 30 days before your travel date, as it includes a domestic flight.