Turkmenistan 4 day tour starting from the Shavat border near Khiva, Uzbekistan. This unforgettable journey takes you through the burning gas crater of Darvaza, the legendary “Gates of Hell,” and concludes in the stunning white marble capital, Ashgabat. Discover ancient culture, natural wonders, and architectural beauty on this expertly guided itinerary through the heart of Turkmenistan.
Tour Itinerary
- 1 person: 942 $
- 2 person: 587 $
- 3 person: 508 $
- 4 person: 457 $
Day 1, Shavat – Dashoguz – Darvaza
- Meet at the border with Uzbekistan near Khiva and Urgench (Shavat border crossing).
- Lunch in Dashoguz.
- Drive to Darvaza (300km, 7 hours drive).
- Arrival at Darvaza Gas Crater.
- Dinner at the Yurt camp (400 meters apart).
- Overnight at Darvaza in Yurts or tents.
Day 2, Darvaza – Ashgabat
- Breakfast at Darvaza.
- Drive to Ashgabat (300km, 5 hours drive).
- Visit Water Crater and Mud Crater on the way.
- Lunch at a restaurant in Ashgabat.
- Check-in at a hotel in Ashgabat.
- Free Time in Ashgabat.
- Dinner in Ashgabat.
- Overnight in Ashgabat.
Day 3, Ashgabat
- After breakfast, start with sightseeing of Ashgabat city. This will include the main destinations of Ashgabat such as the National Museum, Museum of Carpets, several Monuments, Ruins of Nisa, and ruins of Anau. If tourists are interested in horses, a visit to the Akhal Teke horse farm in Gok Depe can be included.
- Lunch in a restaurant.
- Continue with sightseeing of the city.
- Dinner at a restaurant.
- Overnight in Ashgabat
Day 4, Ashgabat
- Transfer to Ashgabat International Airport for departure. International flight departures from Ashgabat are usually in the night, after midnight.
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
For solo travelers or those planning to visit Turkmenistan with a small group we recommend considering our Group tour of Turkmenistan. Joining a small group of travelers significantly increases your chances of successfully obtaining a Visa to Turkmenistan.