Visa on a letter of invitation — we arrange it
TURKMENISTAN
Turkmenistan tours
The Darvaza crater, Ashgabat, Merv and Konye-Urgench — a rare destination with full visa support.
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ABOUT THE DESTINATION
A rare destination behind a closed door
Turkmenistan is one of the most closed — and therefore most astonishing — destinations in Central Asia. Here the Darvaza gas crater, the “Gates of Hell,” burns in the Karakum Desert, Ashgabat gleams in white marble, and along the Silk Road lie the ghost cities of Merv, Konye-Urgench and Parthian Nisa — all UNESCO-listed. A visit requires a visa with a letter of invitation, and Sayohat Travel handles all of it: the invitation, an escorting guide, desert transport and a night by the flaming crater. The best time is April–May and September–October, before the desert heat. Leave a request — we will arrange the paperwork and price your route.
April–May and September–October
Turkmenistani manat (TMT)
~4 h from Moscow to Ashgabat
WHERE WE GO
Cities and places of Turkmenistan
Ashgabat
A city of white marble and fountains
Merv
An ancient Silk Road capital (UNESCO)
Konye-Urgench
Capital of Khorezm and a soaring minaret
Turkmenbashi
The Caspian coast and the Awaza resort
ATTRACTIONS
What to see in Turkmenistan
The Darvaza gas crater — the “Gates of Hell”
Kow Ata — Underground Lake in a Cave
Yangykala Canyon — Colorful Rock Formations
Nisa fortress — heart of the Parthian kingdom
BEST TIME
When to travel to Turkmenistan
Spring
Apr–May★ ideal: mild desert, Darvaza and Merv comfortable
Summer
Jun–Augvery hot, +45° in the Karakum; early starts only
Autumn
Sep–Oct★ ideal: soft sun over the desert and ruins
Winter
Nov–Marcool days, quiet sites, lowest prices
Best in April–May and September–October, before the desert heat. We tailor the programme and price to your dates.
WHY US
Why book a Turkmenistan tour with Sayohat
Full visa support — a turnkey letter of invitation (LOI).
A dedicated escort guide for the whole desert route.
Licences №0000239 and №01013747 — we operate officially.
A night by the Darvaza crater in a comfortable camp.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about Turkmenistan tours
Do I need a visa for Turkmenistan?
Yes. You need a tourist visa with a letter of invitation (LOI), issued via a tour operator. We arrange the invitation and the support.
How long does the visa take?
The invitation is prepared in advance, so book 3–4 weeks before travel.
Can I stay overnight at the Darvaza crater?
Yes, we arrange a night at a camp by the flaming crater in the Karakum.
When is the best time to go?
April–May and September–October; summer in the desert reaches +45°.
What is included?
Visa support, hotels, transport, excursions and a guide throughout the programme.
Do you organise MICE / corporate trips?
Yes, we arrange turnkey business programmes and events.
REQUEST A QUOTE
Price a Turkmenistan tour
Leave your contacts — we will tailor a route and price to your dates. No online payment.