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Group Tour in Turkmenistan (part of the 5stan trip)

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Start and end in Ashgabat
4.7 (1 review)
  • Modern star-shaped tower in Ashgabat illuminated with bright pink lights against mountains and evening sky.
  • The famous Darvaza gas crater glowing at night.
  • A modern architectural structure illuminated with purple lights at dusk.
  • A historical mausoleum set against a clear blue sky.
  • A beautiful horse standing in a fenced area.
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  • Three camels standing on vast sandy dunes under a clear sky.
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City & Culture
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Group Tour
Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 1 - 25
Ages 18+
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Itinerary

  1. Intro

    Introduction

  2. Day 1

    Ashgabat - Mary - Merv

    Ashgabat - Mary - Merv
    Start point
    Ashgabat, Turkmenistan (Ashgabat International airport, 01:00 - 09:00)
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Mary)

    Included Activities

    • Sightseeing of ancient Merv complex including Greater Kyz Gala & Lesser Kyz Gala (VI-VII)
    • Visit Complex of Askhabs (VIII-XIV)
    • Visit Erk Gala (VI BC)
    • Visit Gyaur Gala (IV BC)
    • Visit Hoja Yusup Hamadani complex
    • Visit Sultan Sanjar mausoleum
    • Visit Muhamed Ibn Zeid mausoleum
    • Downtown Mary sightseeing
    • Russian Orthodox church visit

    Optional Activities

    • Mary Bazaar visit to see local products (if time permits)
    Landmarks
    Greater Kyz Gala
    Lesser Kyz Gala
    Complex of Askhabs
    Erk Gala
    Gyaur Gala
    Hoja Yusup Hamadani complex
    Sultan Sanjar mausoleum
    Muhamed Ibn Zeid mausoleum
    Mary Bazaar
    Russian Orthodox church
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  3. Day 2

    Mary - Ashgabat

    Mary - Ashgabat
    Meals
    Breakfast (Breakfast at the hotel)
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Sport)

    Included Activities

    • Horse Stable visit to see Akhalteke horses in Anew
    • Ashgabat city tour including Wedding Palace
    • View of Yildyz Hotel
    • Ferries Wheel visit
    • Constitution Monument visit
    • Arch of Neutrality visit
    • Monument and Park of Independence visit
    • Ertogrul Gazy Mosque visit
    • Ashgabat Sports and Housing facilities visit
    Landmarks
    Horse Stable in Anew
    Wedding Palace
    Yildyz Hotel
    Ferries Wheel
    Constitution Monument
    Arch of Neutrality
    Monument and Park of Independence
    Ertogrul Gazy Mosque
  4. Day 3

    Ashgabat - Darvaza

    Ashgabat - Darvaza
    Meals
    Dinner (BBQ dinner at Gas Crater)
    Accommodation
    Yurt (Stantrips (Garagum))

    Included Activities

    • Darvaza Burning Gas Crater visit
    • Evening viewing of the burning gas crater
    Landmarks
    Darvaza Burning Gas Crater
    Itinerary Image 1
  5. Day 4

    Darvaza - Ashgabat

    Darvaza - Ashgabat
    End point
    Ashgabat, Turkmenistan (Ashgabat International airport, 12:00 - 13:00)
    Meals
    Breakfast (Picnic-style breakfast)

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Where You'll Stay

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  • Mary

    Hotel 4*
    day 1

  • Sport

    Hotel 4*
    day 2

  • Stantrips (Garagum)

    Yurt
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  • Paulo4.7•September 2026
    This is the kind of tour that is not for everybody. One bed to be adventurous to participate and enjoy it. The tour...
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    I see that tour is always Thursday to Sunday.. Is there any way to do the tour from Sunday to Wednesday for example? (18Oct - 21 Oct)

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