Turkmenistan is a country in Central Asia bordered by the Caspian Sea and largely covered by the Karakum Desert. It’s known for archaeological ruins including those at Nisa and Merv, major stops along the ancient trade route the Silk Road. Ashgabat, the capital, was rebuilt in Soviet style in the mid-20th century and is filled with grand monuments honoring former president Saparmurat Niyazov.
Day 01 Arrive Ashgabat
Arrival to Ashgabat, meet assist and transfer to your hotel. Overnight at hotel.
Day 02 Ashgabat
After breakfast Proceed to city tour in Ashgabat, Visits to Central Square, Earthquake, Lenin and Ahal Teke Monuments. Continue to National Museum. Afternoon visit to Independence Park, Neutrality Arch, Ertogrul Ghazi Mosque. Overnight at hotel.
Day 03 Ashgabat – Takyr (By Safari)
After breakfast Proceed to Gokdepe. Riding for 12 km from Maxim farming village to Yeketut and stop for lunch. After lunch ride for 12 km. Stop at Takyr for dinner and camping. Overnight at Camp.
Day 04 Takyr – Chyrla (By Ride)
After breakfast Proceed to ride for 13 km and stop for lunch at Jennet Lake, also called Guwly Kol. Ride for 19 km to Chyrla village. Dinner and camping Visit Chyrla desert village and get acquainted with the traditions and life style of Teke tribe of Turkmen who have been living here for centuries on livestock, mostly sheep and camels. Overnight at Camp.
Day 05 Chyrla – Takyr (By Ride)
After breakfast Proceed to ride for 19 km back to Jennet Lake and stop for lunch. Ride for 13 km to Takyr. Overnight at Camp.
Day 06 Takyr – Birleshik (By Ride)
After breakfast Proceed to ride for 12 km to Yeketut and stop for lunch. Ride 12 km to Maxim farming village and drive back to stud farm in Geokdepe. Overnight at Camp.
Day 07 Birleshik – Ashgabat (By Road) (50 Kms / 51 min appx.)
After breakfast Proceed to Geokdepe. Farewell with grooms and return to Ashgabat around lunch time. Time at own leisure. Overnight at hotel.
Day 08 Depart Ashgabat
Departure transfer to onwards destination.
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| City | Nights | 5* Hotels |
| Ashgabat | 02 | Grand Turkmen |
| Takyr | 01 | Camp |
| Chyrla | 01 | Camp |
| Takyr | 01 | Camp |
| Birleshik | 01 | Camp |
| Ashgabat | 01 | Grand Turkmen |
- Accommodation as per the program.
- Meal Plan – Breakfast basis.
- Entrance fees.
- Local English speaking guide.
- All transfers, sightseeing, excursions.
- All taxes
- Personal Expenses.
- Camera / Video Camera Fees.
- Medical Aid.
- Tips.
- Travel Insurance.
- Visa (If any).
– Accommodation in good hotels.
– Check-in / out time is 12 noon at most of the hotels.
– Extension to other places is also possible with a minimal extra cost.
– Additional nights are available at each place with minimal supplement.
– A visa is required and must be obtained prior to your departure from your Country.
– If quoted hotel is not available, we will provide one of a similar category and standard.
– Small deviations in the tour program are sometimes necessary, depending on weather, road conditions, flight schedules and room availability.
– In case the government changes presently applicable taxes, increase in airlines prices, fuel surcharge our rates will need to be adjusted accordingly.
– In Asia, there is no relevance between the distance and time of travelling, as it depends upon the condition of the roads and congestion of the traffic.
– While every effort will be made to maintain the itinerary, in view of local strikes etc that are beyond our control all schedule and itineraries are subject to last moment changes.
– Clients must be fully insured, as the company cannot accept liability for loss or damage to client’s property, medical emergencies or any other loss suffered by them whilst on tour.
– In Case of issuing Domestic or International air tickets, SGV is not responsible for any refund if the flight is delayed or cancelled, as it is the responsibility of airline.