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A modern building with a unique shape, a highway with buses, and street lamps. 1
A historic mausoleum with intricate tile work and a prominent dome, located in Konye Urgench, Turkmenistan. 2
The ruins of Old Nisa, Ashgabat, Turkmenistan. 3
The Soltan Sanjar Mausoleum, a 12th-century CE structure in Merv, Turkmenistan, featuring a large dome and arched windows. 4
The Turabek Khanum Mausoleum in Konye Urgench, Turkmenistan. 5

Turkmenistan: 3-Day Return from/to UZB (+Visa Support)

By DN TOURS tour operator (Turkmenistan)
Free cancellation available
Price is €878 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple adult tickets
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Overview

  • Explore the ancient ruins of Konye Urgench (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
  • Discover the historical and archaeological park of Ancient Nissa (UNESCO)
  • Visit the National Museum of History and Ethnography of Turkmenistan
  • See the State historical and archaeological park “Ancient Merv” (UNESCO)
  • Enjoy a full-day city tour & city-by-night tour of Ashgabat

Activity location

    • Ashgabat
    • Ashgabat, Aşgabat, Turkmenistan

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Shovot, Daşoguz, Узбекистан | * You will meet with your Turkmenistan guide on the Turkmen side of the border. * Our guide will assist with the Turkmen visa application process, completion of customs paperwork, and other entry procedures. --- >>> CROSSING BORDER: • Crossing the Uzbekistan-Turkmenistan border involves multiple steps, including exit procedures in Uzbekistan, a neutral zone, and entry procedures into Turkmenistan. • The area between the two border posts can involve a walk or a short ride on a shuttle bus. • Be prepared for a COVID test at the Turkmenistan border. • It's crucial to have necessary documents (Passport, Turkmenistan visa OR Invitation Letter (essential to obtain a Turkmenistan visa upon arrival) --- >>> TIPS FOR A SMOOTH CROSSING: • Arrive Early: Border crossings can be time-consuming, so arriving early can help. • Be Patient: The process can be lengthy. • Be Prepared for Fees (Paid ONLY in cash / in USD) • Avoid Bringing Prohibited Items and Drones • Respect Officials
    • Ashgabat, Turkmenistan

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Turkmenistan: 3-Day Return from/to UZB (+Visa Support)

  • Activity duration is 3 days3d
    3d
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 08:00
Price details
€877.82 x 2 Adults€1,755.64
Total
Price is €1,755.64
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What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Visa support: (Letter of Invitation, State Registration, Travel Pass).
  • Inclusions
    Transport: As per programme above; Regular (on Days 1,2,3).
  • Inclusions
    Accommodation: In 5-Star hotel YYLDYZ (or similar) - based on DOUBLE/TWIN hotel rooms / 2 Nights including breakfast + all taxes.
  • Inclusions
    Meals: Daily breakfasts.
  • Inclusions
    Domestic airfare: (Dashoguz-Ashgabat & Ashgabat-Mary flight tickets).
  • Inclusions
    English, German, French, Spanish, Russian, Chinese or Japanese speaking licensed tour guide for all excursions as per programme + on transfers upon arrival / departure.
  • Inclusions
    Entrance fees to the sites mentioned in the programme (The UNESCO sites - Konye Urgench / Ancient Nissa / Ancient Merv, National Museum of History and Ethnography of Turkmenistan)/
  • Inclusions
    Bottled drinking water en route (long transfers) 1 lt. (2 x 0.5 lt. pp/pd)
  • Exclusions
    International airfare
  • Exclusions
    Turkmenistan visa: Obtained at the border on arrival: ranging from 55 to 125 USD per person (citizenship dependant) (subject to change)
  • Exclusions
    Excess luggage charges
  • Exclusions
    Travel Insurance
  • Exclusions
    All other charges and services NOT mentioned under “Included"
  • Exclusions
    Turkmenistan migration tax: 14 USD per person, to be paid at the border on arrival (subject to change)
  • Exclusions
    COVID-19 Express test: 35 USD per person, to be paid at the border on arrival (subject to change)
  • Exclusions
    Single Supplement: Accommodation in SINGLE hotel rooms in hotel(s) as per programme (please check the tour options if you wish to upgrade)
  • Exclusions
    Meals: All meals NOT mentioned under “Included” section (optional)
  • Exclusions
    Photo/video fees at historical parks and in museums (optional)
  • Exclusions
    Tips to local guide(s) and driver(s)
  • Exclusions
    Entrance fees to sites NOT mentioned in the programme
  • Exclusions
    Souvenirs and other personal items

Know before you book

    • Not allowed: Drones, Explosive substances, Weapons or sharp objects
    • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.

What you can expect

    • NOTE 1: This tour is a turnkey product. It includes Visa support & an invitation, Accommodation in a 5-star hotel in Ashgabat, Domestic airfare, Licensed tour guide for all excursions according to the programme + transfers (arrival/departure), Private air-conditioned transport with a driver for all excursions as per programme + transfers.

    NOTE 2:
    Please book this tour at least 30 days prior to your intended travel date. It typically takes one month for the visa application to be processed.

    ! For more detailed information regarding what is included and excluded in the tour package, and some visa support details - please refer to the relevant section at the end of this page !

    –ITINERARY:

    DAY 1: DASHOGUZ - KONYE URGENCH - ASHGABAT

    Arrive in Turkmenistan via the Shavat-Dashoguz land border. Complete visa formalities and transfer to Dashoguz city.

    Enjoy lunch in a local restaurant (optional).

    Drive to Konye Urgench town, (~110 km., ~2-hour drive)

    • Explore the State Historical and Archaeological Park of Konye Urgench, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Discover the ruins of the ancient capital of the Khorezm Empire, including the Turabek-Khanum Mausoleum, Kutlug-Timur Minaret, Mausoleum of Sultan Tekesh, Kyrk Molla, and the Mausoleum of Il-Arslan.

    Return to Dashoguz for dinner in a local restaurant (optional).

    Transfer to the domestic airport and catch an evening flight to Ashgabat.

    Check into the 5-star YYLDYZ hotel (or similar) for an overnight stay.

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    DAY 2: ASHGABAT

    After breakfast, embark on a sightseeing tour of Ashgabat including visits to:

    • The ruins of the Ancient Nissa fortress (UNESCO),
    • The Turkmenbashi Ruhy Mosque and family mausoleum of the first President of Turkmenistan.

    Enjoy lunch in a local restaurant (optional).

    • Continue to the National Museum of History and Ethnography of Turkmenistan,
    • The Monument of Independence,
    • The Arch of Neutrality,
    • The Ertugrul Gazi Mosque (Reminiscent of Istanbul’s Blue Mosque)
    • Explore the Gulistan fruit and vegetable market, also known as the Russian Bazaar.

    After dinner (optional), take a city-by-night tour on the way to the hotel:

    • The Monument to Arkadag
    • A panoramic viewpoint near the Bagt Koshkgi wedding palace.

    Return to the YYLDYZ hotel (or similar) for an overnight stay.

    –

    DAY 3: ASHGABAT - MARY - TURKMENABAD

    After breakfast, check out and transfer to the airport for a morning flight to Mary.

    Drive to Bayramaly and visit:

    • The State Historical and Archaeological Park of Ancient Merv (UNESCO) / Explore the ruined ancient cities of Merv and its archaeological monuments.

    Drive to Turkmenabad, (239 km., ~4-hour drive)

    Enjoy lunch in a local restaurant (optional)

    Continue to the Turkmen-Uzbek border post Farap-Alat*

    • Complete custom formalities, passport control, and cross the border to Uzbekistan, heading towards Bukhara.

    • The border crossing will be available until 17:30. We strongly advise you to arrive at the border well in advance.

Location

Activity location

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    • Ashgabat
    • Ashgabat, Aşgabat, Turkmenistan

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Shovot, Daşoguz, Узбекистан | * You will meet with your Turkmenistan guide on the Turkmen side of the border. * Our guide will assist with the Turkmen visa application process, completion of customs paperwork, and other entry procedures. --- >>> CROSSING BORDER: • Crossing the Uzbekistan-Turkmenistan border involves multiple steps, including exit procedures in Uzbekistan, a neutral zone, and entry procedures into Turkmenistan. • The area between the two border posts can involve a walk or a short ride on a shuttle bus. • Be prepared for a COVID test at the Turkmenistan border. • It's crucial to have necessary documents (Passport, Turkmenistan visa OR Invitation Letter (essential to obtain a Turkmenistan visa upon arrival) --- >>> TIPS FOR A SMOOTH CROSSING: • Arrive Early: Border crossings can be time-consuming, so arriving early can help. • Be Patient: The process can be lengthy. • Be Prepared for Fees (Paid ONLY in cash / in USD) • Avoid Bringing Prohibited Items and Drones • Respect Officials
    • Ashgabat, Turkmenistan