Tour Overview
| Duration | 6 Days / 5 Nights |
|---|---|
| Country | Turkmenistan — Private Silk Road Discovery |
| Price From | $1,470 per person (twin share) |
| Tour Style | Private Journey / Flexible & Personal |
| Data Source | Advantour Private Tour — 2026 |
Itinerary Highlights
Day 1: Arrive Ashgabat
Arrive Ashgabat. Afternoon tour of the White Marble City: National Museum, Neutrality Arch, Independence Park, Akhal-Teke stables. Overnight Ashgabat.
Day 2: Ashgabat Deep Discovery
Full day exploring Ashgabat and surrounds: Tolkuchka Bazaar, Turkmenbashi Ruhy Mosque, ancient Nisa fortress (UNESCO — the Parthian capital), Kopetdag mountain views. Overnight Ashgabat.
Day 3: Darvaza — Door to Hell
Drive to Darvaza via the Karakum Desert. Afternoon arrival for photography in golden light. Overnight yurt camp beside the burning crater. Desert dinner under the stars.
Day 4: Kunya-Urgench UNESCO
Dawn at Darvaza. Drive to Kunya-Urgench: Kutlug Timur Minaret, Turabek Khanum Mausoleum, Il-Arslan Mausoleum. Overnight Dashoguz.
Day 5: Fly to Mary — Ancient Merv
Fly to Mary. Full-day exploration of Ancient Merv: Sultan Sanjar Mausoleum, Greater and Lesser Kyz Kala, Erk Kala, Gyaur Kala, the Buddhist stupa, and ice houses. Fly back to Ashgabat. Farewell dinner.
Day 6: Departure
Airport transfer.
Inclusions
- 5 nights (4-star + yurt camp)
- Daily breakfast + 4 dinners
- Private 4×4 transportation
- Domestic flights
- Darvaza yurt camping
- Nisa, Merv, Kunya-Urgench UNESCO tours
- Private English-speaking guide
- Visa LOI
- Airport transfers
