This Turkmenistan 4 day tour starts at the border with Uzbekistan, in the Farab area near Bukhara. You’ll explore the majestic ruins of ancient Merv, one of the most important cities along the Silk Road. Then you’ll head to Ashgabat, the capital known for its white marble buildings and modern architecture. After that, visit the famous Darvaza gas crater, nicknamed “The Gates of Hell,” blazing in the heart of the Karakum desert. Your journey ends near the northern border in Shavat (Khiva area, Uzbekistan). Discover Turkmenistan’s rich history, natural wonders, and vibrant culture all in one trip!
Tour Itinerary
- 1 person: 1062 $
- 2 person: 647 $
- 3 person: 548 $
- 4 person: 490 $
Day 1: Farab – Merv – Mary
- Morning: Meet at the Farab border crossing point.
- Travel: Drive to Merv for sightseeing, then continue to Mary (approximately 4.5 hours to Mary from Farab). The road between Mary and Turkmenabat is bad. Merv and Mary are very close to each other (30km away).
- Afternoon: Merv sightseeing.
- Overnight: Check in to a hotel in Mary for the night.
Day 2: Mary – Ashgabat
- Morning: Depart from Mary and drive to Ashgabat (388 km, approximately 4 hours). The road is very good and is a paid highway.
- Afternoon: Ashgabat city tour. Visit key destinations including the National Museum, Museum of Carpets, and various monuments. See the Ruins of Nisa and Anau, and the Akhalteke horse farm.
- Overnight: Hotel in Ashgabat.
Day 3: Ashgabat – Darvaza
- Morning: Free time in Ashgabat.
- Afternoon: Drive to Darvaza (271 km, approximately 4.5 hours). The road is bad.
- Evening: Arrive at Darvaza Gas Crater.
- Overnight: Overnight at Darvaza in Yurts or tents.
Day 4: Darvaza – Dashoguz – Shavat
- Morning: Drive to Dashoguz (300 km, approximately 7 hours). The road is very, very bad.
- Afternoon: Spend some time in Dashoguz. Continue to the Shavat border crossing.
- Evening: Exit Turkmenistan through the Shavat border crossing.
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
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.