About this trip
A short overland journey linking Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan, following old trade routes from the Darvaza desert through to the capital, Ashgabat.
Four days is enough to take in the shift from open desert to the marble and gold of Ashgabat's buildings, with a guide handling the border crossing and logistics throughout.
Suited to those curious about a part of Central Asia that's rarely visited, travelling privately rather than in a big group.
What you'll do
- Travel the route from Darvaza to Ashgabat
- Cross the border between Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan
- See stretches of desert along old trade routes
- Explore Ashgabat's architecture
- Guided throughout as a private, family-friendly trip
- Private and fully guided, so pace can flex around your group
- Moderate activity level, suited to families as well as solo travellers
- Involves an international border crossing between Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan
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Getting there
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Where to stay
A night before your tour in Khiva · 15 Aug – 16 Aug
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