Ashgabat To Tbilisi (24 Days)

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Uncover the mysteries of the Silk Road on this overland expedition from Tbilisi in the former Soviet Republic of Georgia before travelling south into Armenia and Azerbaijan before crossing the Caspian Sea
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Overview

Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Basic - 2 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

What's this trip about?

    Uncover the mysteries of the Silk Road on this overland expedition from Tbilisi in the former Soviet Republic of Georgia before travelling south into Armenia and Azerbaijan before crossing the Caspian Sea

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Details

Itinerary focusOperator does not provide
Group sizeIntimate group - max of 1 people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityTbilisi
End CityAshgabat

Destinations

Min Group Size

  • Min Group Size: 10

Max Group Size

  • Max Group Size: 1

Trip includes

    • Accommodation - approx. 50% camping & 50% in hostels/hotels
    • Caspian Ferry
    • Turkmenistan Letter of Invitation support and fees
    • 4X4 Desert Safari in Turkmenistan
    • Departure airport transfer in Ashgabat
    • Ashgabat city tour
    • Meals - approx. 50%
    • All Transport on Oasis Expedition Truck
    • Camping and Cooking equipment
    • Services of Oa

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Itinerary

DAY 1-3: TBILISI TO TELAVI Upon leaving Tbilisi is Telavi, the principal town of the Kakheti region, famous for its vineyards and wineries. Wine has been produced in Georgia since 4000BC and the industry has played a small but significant role in the country's history ever since, as winemaking (and its consumption) has enjoyed an important role in Georgian culture and society. Here we have the option of taking a wine tour to find out more about the history of the area, why wine production has been so important, and of course to try some ourselves! Telavi itself is a fascinating and relaxing place to spend a couple of nights with many good restaurants and cafes, and not far from the town there are other sites well worth a visit, such as the monastery of Akhali Shuamta, and the small village of Ikalta and its Church of the Transfiguration which dates from the 8th Century BC. DAY 4-8: TELAVI TO YEREVAN We depart Telavi embark on a border crossing to Armenia and on to the ancient town of Dilijan, famous for its hiking, food and arts. From Dilijan, we will head down to high altitude Lake Sevan with the possibility to visit the Hayravank Monastery that overlooks the lake. Leaving the Lake Sevan area, we make our way via the Geghard Monastery and Garni Temple to one of the oldest continually inhabited cities in the world that is Yerevan where we will be based for the next couple of days and where there is plenty to see and do. DAY 9-11: YEREVAN TO AZERBAIJAN From Yerevan, we head south to Tatev, and at 5.7km long, the longest cable tramway in the world the "Wings of Tatev" that whisks you up into the mountains where there are lots of additional activities to take part in. From Tatev we head north, and cross the border into our new destination of Azerbaijan! DAY 12-16: AZERBAIJAN - SHEKI TO BAKU On arrival in Azerbaijan, we get to visit the 18th Century UNESCO town of Sheki and continue to the picturesque ancient village of Lahich with its copper beaters and ancient crafts. Heading south we visit the mud volcanoes of Qobustan before arriving in the capital of Azerbaijan, Baku. Baku has an amazing blend of the old city and the ultra-modern and I am sure it will be a fascinating and enjoyable addition to the itinerary. DAY 17-22: BAKU TO ASHGABAT From Baku, we take the ferry across the Caspian Sea to our next country, Turkmenistan. On arrival in Turkmenbashi, we will be collected by off-road jeeps and head off for our desert adventure. This will be a truly unique experience as we get to visit the Yangikala Canyons via the Balkan Mountains, then on past the white cliffs of Koymat, and along the banks of the dried-up Uzboy River before reaching the desert settlement of Melegoch. We will pass several traditional villages on the way before setting up camp near the dunes of Melegoch. Much of this trip will be off the road, and remote and will truly be a new experience. Finally, we head towards Ashgabat and arrive at our hotel for a city tour and a well-earned rest! DAY 23: ASHGABAT We have some free time and enjoy a city tour of Ashgabat. Turkmenistan’s capital, founded in the 1880s by the Russian Tsarist government, sits between the foothills of the Koptedag mountains to the south, and the vast Karakum Desert to the north. The city was almost destroyed following an earthquake in 1948 and rebuilt in the Soviet-style. Following independence in 1991, the city has been transformed into a futuristic, and in many ways bizarre collection of unique structures and wide streets lined with marble. For many travellers, Ashgabat is one of the most mystifying and unusual cities they will ever experience. On the city tour, we visit Independence Park, the Ertogrul Gazi Mosque, the Arch of Neutrality, the Turkmenbashi Mosque Mausoleum and many other sites throughout the city. There are plenty of fantastic photo opportunities, and we will have the chance to explore some of the markets and meet the locals. DAY 24: ASHGABAT The trip ends after breakfast. Additional nights in Ashgabat must be booked in advance, through your Oasis Overland account, and we recommend leaving no later than the day after your trip ends. Departure airport transfers are included in the trip price, and you will be taken straight from the hotel to Ashgabat’s futuristic, falcon-shaped airport to catch your flight.

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Dates & Availability

Price From $2,244
Price per day$93
Last Updated: 4/18/2024

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Logistics

What's excluded

    • Visas
    • Local Payment (see tour notes & options)
    • Optional Excursions as listed in the Pre-Departure Information
    • Flights
    • Airport Taxes & Transfers
    • Travel Insurance
    • Meals - approx. 50%
    • Drinks
    • Tips

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Age Requirements
No age restrictions
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