31 days in Turkmenistan Itinerary

Museum-lovers will appreciate Turkmen Carpet Museum and Ashgabat National Museum of History. Parthian Fortresses of Nisa - UNESCO World Heritage Site and Ertugrul Gazi Mosque are good opportunities to explore the local culture. And it doesn't end there: look for all kinds of wild species at Kow Ata Underground Lake, appreciate the history behind Independence Monument, don't miss a visit to Gypjak Mosque, and enjoy breathtaking views from Monument Arch of Neutrality.

To see maps, other places to visit, where to stay, and other tourist information, you can read our Ashgabat trip builder site.

Dubai, United Arab Emirates to Ashgabat is an approximately 6-hour flight. You can also fly. You'll lose 1 hour traveling from Dubai to Ashgabat due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Dubai in May, things will get much colder in Ashgabat: highs are around 31°C and lows about 14°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 10th (Tue) so you can travel to Kaakhka.

Kaakhka is known for historic sites. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: explore the ancient world of Abiverd Ruins.

To see traveler tips, other places to visit, maps, and more tourist information, go to the Kaakhka online day trip planner.

The Route module can help you plan travel from Ashgabat to Kaakhka. On the 15th (Sun), you'll travel to Mary.

Visit Gyaur Kala and Gonur Depe for their historical value. Do some cultural sightseeing at National History and Ethnology Museum and Pokrovskaya Church. There's more to do: make a trip to Gurbanguly Hajji Mosque.

To see photos, ratings, traveler tips, and more tourist information, read our Mary route website.

You can drive from Kaakhka to Mary in 3.5 hours. May in Mary sees daily highs of 38°C and lows of 21°C at night. You'll set off for Darvaza on the 20th (Fri).

Darvaza is known for nature and sightseeing. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: explore the striking landscape at Darvaza Gas Crater and make a trip to Darvaza Water Crater.

To find traveler tips, where to stay, and tourist information, read our Darvaza trip planning site.

You can drive from Mary to Darvaza in 8.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. On the 25th (Wed), you'll travel to Balkanabat.

Balkanabat is known for nature, historic sites, and sightseeing. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: take in the dramatic natural features at Yangykala Canyon, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Gozli Ata Mausoleum, and appreciate the history behind The Monument to the Desert Explorers.

To see reviews, other places to visit, more things to do, and tourist information, go to the Balkanabat trip itinerary builder website.

Traveling by car from Darvaza to Balkanabat takes 9 hours. You will leave for Bamy on the 29th (Sun).

On the 30th (Mon), Head underground at Bahardenskaya Cave.

To find photos, reviews, maps, and tourist information, use the Bamy online visit planner.

Getting from Balkanabat to Bamy by car takes about 3.5 hours. On the 31st (Tue), you're off to home.