Embark on a mesmerizing journey through Turkmenistan’s desert heartland. From the mystical ruins of Kunya‑Urgench to the blazing Darvaza Gas Crater, then onward to Ashgabat’s marble grandeur and Merv’s ancient splendor, every step unveils a Silk Road secret waiting to be discovered.

Day 1 – Shavat Border / Dashoguz – Kunya-Urgench – Darvaza
• Meet at Shavat border and complete customs formalities.
• Visit Kunya-Urgench (UNESCO): mausoleums of Najm al-Din al-Kubra, Tyurabek-Khanum, Il-Arslan, Tekesh Ibn Hadzhibey, and the Kutlug Timur Minaret — the tallest in Central Asia.
• Lunch at a local restaurant.
• Continue driving into the Karakum Desert toward Darvaza Gas Crater, with photo stops at water and mud craters.
• Arrive by sunset and enjoy a picnic-style dinner beside the burning crater.
• Overnight in Darvaza Yurt Camp under the stars.
Accommodation: Darvaza Yurt Camp
Meals: Lunch, Picnic Dinner

Day 2 – Darvaza – Ashgabat
• Early breakfast in camp.
• Drive through the desert via Erbent village, observing traditional nomadic life.
• Arrival in Ashgabat, check-in at Sport Hotel 4★.
• Afternoon city tour: Independence Monument, Arch of Neutrality, Ertogrul Gazy Mosque, and the Carpet Museum.
• Evening free for rest.
Accommodation: Sport Hotel 4★
Meals: Breakfast

Day 3 – Ashgabat – Mary – Ancient Merv
• Early morning transfer to Ashgabat station for a train to Mary (approx. 5 hrs).
• Upon arrival, visit Ancient Merv (UNESCO): Erk Kala, Gyz Kala, Sultan Sanjar Mausoleum, and Ibn Zeid Mausoleum.
• Continue to Mary Museum of History – exhibits from Margiana civilization.
• Overnight at Margush Hotel 4★.
Accommodation: Rahatlyk Hotel 4★
Meals: Breakfast

Day 4 – Mary – Turkmenabat – Farap Border
• Breakfast and hotel check-out.
• Drive to Turkmenabat, lunch en route.
• Continue to Farap/Alat border, cross into Uzbekistan.
• End of services.
Meals: Breakfast

Visa processing may take up to 15 days, so please allow a sufficient grace period when confirming your flight booking.

• Letter of invitation
• Professional guide
• Meal (Breakfast & Darvaza Picnic)
• Day 1: Rent
• Yurt Camp
• Day 2: Hotel
• Sport 4*
• Day 3: Hotel
• Marguş 3* (MR)
• All entry tickets
• Daily water
• Day 1: Jeep SUV
• Day 2: Hiace
• Day 3-4: Hiace

• Visa fee 60-70$ (depend on citizenship)
• Migration tax 15$
• PCR test 30$
• Fee for using cameras on monuments