“The Best of” Turkmenistan
This round trip is a unique opportunity to discover mysterious Turkmenistan in less than a week. During which you will explore the Capital of Ashgabat with its magnificent surroundings, as well as the “Gates of Hell” - Darvaza gas crater. By joining this exceptional program, you will have a chance to recognize the variety of culture and history, the desert landscape and daily life in this country.
Welcome to Turkmenistan!
The Best of Turkmenistan
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Day 1 Ashgabat At 09:00 meeting with the guide in the hotel’s lobby. The reason behind the uniqueness of Ashgabat is its mostly gleaming white marble constructions. Here, we will have a guided city tour consisting of a visit to the Independence and Neutrality Monuments, Ertugrul Gazi Mosque which also referred to as Azadi Mosque. Day 2 Ashgabat – Nisa – Baharly – Ashgabat Early in the morning, we will have an opportunity to enjoy the beautiful and impressive view of the sunrise in the desert. After the improvised breakfast, we will prepare to return to the capital. Along the way, we will visit the other two craters: the mud and the water craters. Late in the afternoon, we will arrive in Ashgabat and check-in at the hotel. Day 5 Ashgabat Price per person: 890 € Extra charge for single room: 170 € Small group: 4-12 people Included Services Excluded Services
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Arrival at Ashgabat Airport. Transfer to the hotel, check-in, leisure time.
Dinner at the typical restaurant. Overnight at the hotel.
In the morning, we will discover the ruins of Nisa (2nd century BC), which was the capital of the Parthian Empire at that time. Also, here are the ruins of the Parthian fortress of Nisa, which was home to the kings' treasures of the Arsacid Empire in the ancient times. Nisa is a site of great importance for the archaeologists and historians around the world. On our return way to Ashgabat, we will explore the Bakharden Cave, as well as the underground Kow-Ata Lake. After which we will have a delicious lunch at the same place. Furthermore, before our arrival to the capital, we will visit Turkmenbashi Ruhy Mosque and Saparmurat Niyazov Mausoleum.
Overnight at the capital.
Day 3 Ashgabat – Darvaza
Darvaza gaz crater is a miracle in the heart of Karakum Desert. The “Gates of Hell” is impressive during the daylight, but it is more fascinating at sunset. Upon arrival in the evening, we will witness the charming spectacle view on the top, which are tongues of burning flames on depth of 20 m.
At the end of the day, we will have an open-air picnic. Overnight in the tents.
Day 4 Darvaza – Ashgabat
We will have free time in the evening, as well as possibility to visit the Bedev Hippodrome in order to admire the famous Akhal-Teke horse breed, which is the pride of Turkmen nation.
In the morning, we will visit the famous Altyn Asyr Bazaar (Tolkuchka). Here, we can find all kinds of products: Turkmen carpets, handmade goods, jewelry and even animals, such as camels and horses. After the lunch, we will visit the National Museum of Carpets in order to admire its magnificent collection of Turkmen rugs from the Middle Ages till the 20th century.
In the evening, farewell dinner at a typical restaurant. Preparations for departure.
Day 6 Return flight
Transfer to the airport. End of our services. PRICES / SERVICES
DATES
STATUS DEPART RETURN PRICE P/P EXTRA SGL NOTES
Available for inscriptions
28.05.18
02.06.18
€ 890
€ 170
Available for inscriptions
01.10.18
06.10.18
€ 890
€ 170