9-Day Sightseeing Adventure in Turkmenistan
Highlights
Ashgabat
cultural, historical, museums
Group Tour
9 Days
Easy
English, German, Russian, Turkish
Languages
English, German, Russian, Turkish
Description
Embark on this 9-day adventure through the rich history and stunning landscapes of Turkmenistan. Explore the vibrant capital of Ashgabat, visiting its remarkable State Museum, ancient Nissa Fortress, and the world’s largest Turkmen Carpet. Journey to the breathtaking Koyten Dag Mountains and discover 2500 gigantic dinsoasuar footprints and the beautiful Umbar Dere Canyon waterfall. Marvel at the ancient city of Merv, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Central Asia’s most significant archaeological gems. Uncover the mysteries of the Bronze Age at the fascinating Margush site, before relaxing by the serene Bakharden Underground Lake.
Itinerary
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Day 1- Ashgabat
- Late Morning City tour of Ashgabat and visit the State Museum of Turkmenistan Overnight in Archabil Hotel.
- Continue the site exploration of Ashgabat, visit Nissa Fortress and Carpet Museum (consists unique collection of famous Turkmen Carpets, including the Giant Carpet, biggest in the world).
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Day 2 - Ashgabat – Koyten Dag
- Take a morning flight to Turkmenabat city.
- Drive to Koiten village (7-8 hours or 450 km) via Kerki across the Amuderya (Oxus) bridge.
- Stop near the beautiful “Texas Mountains” to take a picture. En route visit the Kaynar Baba sulphur springs (31 C), 9 km from the main road. Late arrival to Koyten village. Dinner and rest in the g/h.
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Day 3- Koyten Dag
- Early breakfast, drive by 4x4 cars over the Koyten dag Mountains to the Dinosaurs Plateau.
- Walk to Plateau and continue visit to Kyrk Gyz (40 girls) valley and cave.
- Visit Umbar Dere canyon with the wonderful waterfall. Return to the g/h for dinner and overnight.
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Day 4- Koyten Dag - Turkmenbat
- Have an early breakfast and drive to Turkmenabat City (450 km).
- Dinner at local restaurant and stay overnight in the hotel.
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Day 5- Turkmenbat- Mary
- Have an early Breakfast.
- Drive to Mary City (300 km or 4 hours). En route visit the Ancient Merv. Due to its size and historical importance, Merv is one of the most significant sites in Turkmenistan, indeed in all of Central Asia. Merv consists of a series of towns each succeeded by another throughout the course of history.
- See Erk Gala (6 c BC), Gyaur Gala (3 c BC), Sultan Gala (8/11 c BC), Abdullah Khan Gala and Bairamali Khan Gala (15 c AD), Mausoleum of Sultan Sanjar – the last ruler of Seljuk Empire (12 c AD), Great and Little Gyz Gala’s (6/7 c AD), and the Mausoleum of Muhammed ibn Zaid (12 c AD) O/n in Mary Hotel.
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Day 6- Mary - Margush
- Have an early breakfast and drive by 4x4 cars to Gonur Depe bronze age archaeological site (230 km or 3 hours drive).
- Margush is really interesting and takes a day to explore all the excavations there. Guide will provide complete information and meet Prof. Sarianidi group (optional) who says that Margush is the 5th center of Civilization beside China, India, Egypt and Mesopotamia. Picnic lunch. O/N in Mary Hotel.
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Day 7- Mary - Ashgabat
- Have an early breakfast. Drive to Ashgabat.(350 km)
- En route visit the Mausoleum of Abu Said Abul Hayr Mekhnei (saint Sufi leader of 11th century) (80 km) and Abiverd fortress which was the regional center in Middle Ages. O/N in Archabil Hotel.
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Day 8- Ashgabat - Bakharden
- Have an early breakfast. Drive to Bakharden Underground Lake (110 km or 2 hours drive) (water keeps constant 37 C temperature)
- En route visit Gokdepe Mosque and Kipchak Mosque (biggest in Turkmenistan). Picnic Lunch. O/N in Archabil Hotel 4*.
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Day 9- Departure
- Have your breakfast.
- Afternoon transfer to Airport See off.
What's Included
What's Excluded
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Cancellation Policy
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For cancellations within 24 hours before the tour -
Refund of 50% of the tour price.
Price
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| 3 to 5 | /person |
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