Tour Ashgabat-Nokhur-Nokhur village-Makhtumkuli (Karri-kala)-historical place of Dehistan-Gozli Ata pilgrimage place-Yangykala canyon-Avaza tourist zone-Ashgabat for 10 days

An accompanying guide will meet you at the Ashgabat International Airport. Today is dedicated to a tour of the capital of Turkmenistan, founded in 1881. The city is 25 km away. north of the border with Iran, in the foothills of Kopetdag. Ashgabat in translation from the Persian word “eshg” means love, and "Abad”, which translates as populated, well-maintained. You will visit the "Old Nisa" - the Sanctuary of the Parthian Kings - Nisa was the capital of the Parthian Empire, which existed for 600 years and was the greatest enemy of the Roman Empire and a UNESCO site, continue with the mosque "Dzhipjak" and the Family Mausoleum of the first President of Turkmenistan. Return to the city of Ashgabat. Overnight at the hotel.

Today you will have a tour of the capital of Turkmenistan. After breakfast, a tour of Ashgabat with a visit to the Ertugrul Gazi Mosque in honor of Ertugrul, the father of Osman I, the founder of the Ottoman Empire. The tour includes a visit to Independence Park. Independence Park embodies the spirit of modern Turkmenistan. The Arch of Neutrality is an observation deck. The National Museum, opened in 1998, is popular for Turkmenistan's largest collection of artifacts. They are exhibited in 9 halls. The artifacts were discovered at various excavations in Turkmenistan. Overnight at the hotel.

In the morning you will go to the village of Nohur. The village itself is located on a small depression in the mountains of the Kopetdag range, and the houses are built of local boulders cemented with mud. In addition to the main street, the other streets are very narrow, which makes it difficult for transport to move in them. The local inhabitants of Nohur are very different from other Turkmen tribes. Their villages are located in the mountainous border zone covering Turkmenistan and Iran. The population of Nohur is 1-2 thousand people. Overnight at the guest house.

Today is dedicated to excursions to local attractions. The main points to visit are Ochkui (1903 m) and the waterfall in Holder Canyon. You will be able to enjoy the incredible beauty of these places. Next, you will visit Aidere Canyon and Sumbar Canyon - one of the most beautiful places in Turkmenistan. We will drive 80 km, cross the subtropical zone and find ourselves in the village of Kara-Kala. Overnight at the hotel.

Today you will visit the holy place of Shibli Baba, the Ovezberdi Mausoleum, the Koshemir Waterfall, and see the landscapes of the "Moon Mountains". Then we will go to Dehistan. Dehistan is a historical region in the west of Turkmenistan, famous for the Large Mashad Cemetery with the mausoleum of Shir Kabir (10th century) and the ruins of the city of Messarian (10-15 centuries). These places were called the land of Darkness. From this comes the name Dehistan. Messaria, the central city (9th-10th centuries) was a vibrant and prosperous city on the Great Silk Road. But in the 15th century it completely disappeared. Currently, two ancient minarets, the remains of city walls and gates, mosques and other buildings have been preserved here, in which the spirit of the ancient way of life has remained. You will spend the night in a tent.

Today you will have an excursion to the city of Balkanabat. Then you will visit the pilgrimage site of Gozli Ata. Gozli Ata is distinguished by its remote place of pilgrimage to shrines in Turkmenistan and beautiful surroundings. It is located in the center of a natural bowl, and is surrounded by ledges of rocks. You will be able to see a panoramic view of these rocks of pink and white stripes. Gozli Ata, as mentioned in the sources, was a respected Sufi. He lived in the early 14th century. Overnight at the pilgrim's house.

After breakfast we will visit one of the beautiful natural places of Turkmenistan – Yangikala canyons, located 165 km north of Balkanabat and 160 km east of Turkmenbashi. The word “yangikala” means “fiery fortresses" from Turkmen. It got its name because of the sheer cliffs of white, yellow, ochre, purple and red colors. The rocks resemble stone castles from science fiction movies. During sunset, you will get a fascinating panoramic view. During this period of the day, everything is painted in a fiery red color. Once the depth of the canyons was the depth of the ancient sea. You can take a walk in the natural sculpture park of compressed soil crumbling in your hands. That is why, despite the opportunity to climb the motley hills, it is impossible to hold on to the support. You will spend the night in a tent.

In the morning you will go to the national tourist zone "Avaza". It is a district of the city of Turkmenbashi, and is also a resort in the east of the Caspian Sea. It is located 12 kilometers from the center of the city of Turkmenbashi. You will have a free day on the Caspian Sea. Overnight at the hotel.

You will return to Ashgabat on the morning flight at 10:25/11:20 (the flight may be changed). In the afternoon you will visit the underground lake Kou-Ata, which is located 107 km from Ashgabat. Kou-Ata translates as "Father of Caves". The cave will enchant you with its magnificent beauty: the total length of the cave is 230 m, its height reaches 20 m, and the width in some places is 57 m. The bottom of the cave is covered with blocks of dissolved limestone (stalagmites). The water in the cave is warm, transparent and emerald-colored with a temperature of 33-37 ° C (you can swim in the lake there). Overnight at the hotel.

Transfer to airport and flight.