Turkmenistan Holidays

Turkmenistan is perhaps one of the most mysterious countries in Central Asia, with one of the world's most isolated nations. Thanks to a somewhat bizarre recent history, Turkmenistan has been left with a unique architectural legacy based around the cult of its former leader, Saparmyrat Niyazov.

The capital Ashgabat is a fascinating place to observe this legacy, but your lasting impression of Turkmenistan is likely to be the stark beauty of the surrounding Karakum Desert that covers most of the country and is home to the mesmerizing burning gas craters of Darvaza.

Historic Silk Road cities dot the desert, including the modern city of Mary and the vast haunting ruins of Merv, once the largest city in the world. Turkmenistan holidays offer a glimpse into a fascinating society set against otherworldly landscapes.

Trailfinders offers a range of Turkmenistan holidays and our expert travel consultants are a mine of information about what to do here, often with first-hand travel experience. Whether you want to join a sociable guided group tour or are looking for advice to combine your Turkmenistan holiday with other countries in Central Asia or Europe - they are the perfect people to ask.