Turkmenistan via Bukhara

Turkmenistan tour

Capital city Ashgabat is an experience in itself, a trophy of grandeur clad in marble that embodies the definition of extravagant. Meanwhile, the mummified cities of Merv, Kunya-Urgench and Gonur Depe sprawl their sleepy foundations beneath the sun’s enduring glint. Akhal-Teke horses, the pride of all Turkmen, are a living link to the nation’s warring, nomadic past, a history barely detected in the poised, courteous manner of its citizens today who welcome curious visitors with a reserved yet distinct air of hospitality.

Is Turkmenistan Worth Visiting?

Regarded among the least-visited countries on earth and covered in nearly 75 percent desert, the question of what attracts visitors to Turkmenistan is a valid one. Consider some of the top reasons why tourists who have gone before you have fallen in love with this far-flung oddity:

Turkmenistan is exotic in every sense of the word, a country lost in time whose tribal roots and ancestral ties to the Great Silk Road are still palpable everywhere you turn. Its traditional culture and sheer remoteness appeal to travellers who desire authentic, unpredictable experiences in one of the few corners of the planet not yet transformed by globalization.

Turkmenistan is eccentric, a land determined to be unique in any way possible. From strange holidays to distinctive headdresses to Guinness-worthy attractions, this country will not be put in a box. Vacationers who are seeking an out-of-the-ordinary destination sure to defy all your previous travel experiences need look no further.

Turkmenistan is endearing, not only for its uniqueness but for the history that exudes from its dusty ruins, the graceful and dignified people who inhabit its towns and the unmatched beauty of its prize-winning carpets, pure-bred horses and natural attributes. Those who wish to be impacted during their travels on a deeper, heartfelt level should consider Turkmenistan travel.

Turkmenistan Visa Matters

Turkmenistan’s visa process, from which no one is exempt, has duly earned the country the reputation as the most challenging destination to visit in Central Asia. On the plus side, Advantour or your selected travel agency will walk you through the process, and most* of our clients who apply for the tourist visa do indeed receive it. And just remember, the extra hassle is part of the unusual experience that is Turkmenistan and well worth the prize!

Tourist visas will be granted by the Turkmenistan Embassy in your country only to individuals who have pre-booked a guided tour of the country, while transit visas are less commonly issued for up to 5 days to those who can prove their need to pass through the country by land or air during their travels.