Affordable 10-Day Family Trip from Turkmenistan: Fun and Budget-Friendly Adventures

Day 1: Ashgabat Culture

Ashgabat, Turkmenistan on August 1, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at local bakery

Enjoy a budget-friendly breakfast with traditional Turkmen bread and tea at a local bakery open from 7am to 11am.
USD3, 0h30m

9:00am

Visit National Museum of Turkmenistan

Explore Turkmen culture and history in this affordable museum. Open daily from 9am to 6pm.
USD5 per adult, children under 12 free, 2h00m

12:00pm

Lunch at small local cafe

Try traditional plov (pilaf) or shashlik at an affordable local cafe open until 3pm.
USD6 per person, 1h00m

2:00pm

Visit Independence Park and Monument

Relax and walk with the family at Independence Park, free entry and open until sunset.
USD0, 1h30m

5:00pm

Dinner at family-friendly restaurant

Enjoy affordable Turkmen dishes like manty or lagman at a restaurant open until 9pm.
USD10 per person, 1h00m
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Day 2: Historic Merv

Merv, Turkmenistan on August 2, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at hotel

Simple complimentary breakfast included with hotel stay.
USD0, 0h30m

8:00am

Travel Ashgabat to Merv by train

Take a budget-friendly regional train, approximately 4 hours journey.
USD8 per person, 4h00m

12:00pm

Lunch in Merv local restaurant

Enjoy authentic Central Asian dishes at an affordable price in Merv.
USD5 per person, 1h00m

1:30pm

Explore Ancient City of Merv

Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site ruins. Entry fee is low and this is an educational experience for kids.
USD3 per adult, children free, 3h00m

5:00pm

Dinner and overnight in Merv

Eat simple local dishes and rest overnight at budget accommodation.
USD10 per person, 1h00m
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Day 3: Mary to Baku Travel

Mary, Turkmenistan to Baku, Azerbaijan on August 3, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at hotel in Mary

Start your day with a complimentary or inexpensive breakfast included in accommodation.
USD0, 0h30m

8:00am

Travel Mary to Ashgabat by bus

Take a regional bus to Ashgabat for connecting to flight or train, 3 hours approx.
USD5 per person, 3h00m

12:00pm

Lunch in Ashgabat

Light lunch at affordable fast food or street food near bus station.
USD4 per person, 1h00m

2:00pm

Fly Ashgabat to Baku

Budget airline flight, book in advance for best rates. Flight duration approx. 2 hours.
USD70 per person (children discounted), 2h00m

5:00pm

Check-in and Dinner in Baku

Arrive in Baku, choose budget guesthouse and have dinner with local Azerbaijani cuisine such as plov or kebabs.
USD12 per person, 1h00m
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Day 4: Baku Exploration

Baku, Azerbaijan on August 4, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at local café

Enjoy affordable Azerbaijani breakfast like bagel and black tea, cafes open from 7am.
USD5 per person, 0h45m

9:00am

Visit Old City (Icherisheher)

Explore Baku's historic center with family, free entry to most areas, close by waterfront.
USD0, 3h00m

12:30pm

Lunch at nearby affordable restaurant

Try local staple foods such as dolma or kebabs at small eateries open till 3pm.
USD7 per person, 1h00m

2:00pm

Visit Flame Towers and Upland Park

Take the funicular for grand views of Baku and Flame Towers, suitable for kids and free to visit park.
USD3 for funicular ride, 2h00m

5:00pm

Dinner at a local family-friendly restaurant

Affordable dinner featuring Azerbaijani specialties, open until 10pm.
USD10 per person, 1h00m
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Day 5: Baku to Sheki

Baku to Sheki, Azerbaijan on August 5, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at hotel

Simple hotel breakfast to start the day.
USD0, 0h30m

8:00am

Travel Baku to Sheki by bus

Take an affordable bus or shared taxi, journey around 5 hours through scenic route.
USD10 per person, 5h00m

1:30pm

Lunch in Sheki

Affordable local restaurant with famous Sheki piti dish, open midday.
USD6 per person, 1h00m

3:00pm

Explore Sheki Khan’s Palace

Visit this colorful historical site, open 9am to 6pm. Entry fee is low and perfect for family learning.
USD3 per adult, children free, 2h00m

6:00pm

Dinner and rest

Eat affordable local dishes and rest at budget accommodation in Sheki.
USD10 per person, 1h00m
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Day 6: Sheki Sightseeing

Sheki, Azerbaijan on August 6, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at local bakery

Taste traditional Sheki bread and pastries at budget prices, bakeries open early.
USD3 per person, 0h30m

9:00am

Visit Albanian Church of Kish

Historic church outside Sheki, inexpensive entrance, great for kids to explore.
USD2 per adult, 2h00m

12:00pm

Lunch in town

Local affordable restaurant with variety of hearty meals suitable for family.
USD6 per person, 1h00m

1:30pm

Walk in Sheki Bazaar

Enjoy local crafts, fruits, and cheap souvenirs to explore market life of Azerbaijan.
USD0, 2h00m

5:00pm

Dinner at local restaurant

Tasty and affordable Azerbaijani dishes to cap off the day.
USD10 per person, 1h00m
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Day 7: Sheki to Tbilisi

Sheki, Azerbaijan to Tbilisi, Georgia on August 7, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at accommodation

Simple homemade style breakfast included or low cost.
USD0, 0h30m

8:00am

Travel Sheki to Tbilisi by minibus

Take cross-border minibus, around 4-5 hours, affordable and scenic.
USD15 per person, 5h00m

1:30pm

Lunch in Tbilisi

Sample Georgian khachapuri and local dishes at affordable eateries.
USD8 per person, 1h00m

3:00pm

Check in and rest

Stay at budget family-friendly guesthouse with clean facilities in central Tbilisi.
USD25 per night family room, Rest of day

6:00pm

Evening walk in Old Tbilisi

Free exploration of charming old town area, bridges and parks for kids.
USD0, 2h00m

8:00pm

Dinner at local restaurant

Affordable Georgian dinner including vegetable stews and grilled meats.
USD10 per person, 1h00m
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Day 8: Tbilisi Family Day

Tbilisi, Georgia on August 8, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at guesthouse

Complimentary or cheap breakfast with bread, cheese, and tea.
USD0, 0h30m

9:00am

Visit Tbilisi Zoo and Mtatsminda Park

Zoo and amusement park great for children, family-friendly and budget tickets.
USD7 per adult, USD4 per child, 4h00m

1:00pm

Lunch picnic in Mtatsminda Park

Buy fresh market food and enjoy outdoor picnic, cost-saving and relaxing.
USD12 for whole family, 1h00m

2:30pm

Visit Tbilisi Puppet Theater or Children’s Museum

Affordable kids-focused cultural activities, open afternoons usually after 2pm.
USD5 per child, USD7 per adult, 2h00m

6:30pm

Dinner at local affordable diner

Try khinkali or fresh vegetable dishes perfect for family dining.
USD10 per person, 1h00m
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Day 9: Return Travel

Tbilisi to Ashgabat on August 9, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at guesthouse

Start early with included or inexpensive breakfast.
USD0, 0h30m

8:00am

Travel to Baku by minibus

Return journey by minibus or shared taxi, around 5 hours, economical option.
USD15 per person, 5h00m

1:30pm

Lunch in Baku

Eat at budget local restaurant before flight connection.
USD7 per person, 1h00m

3:30pm

Fly Baku to Ashgabat

Budget flight back home, approx. 2 hours, book cheap tickets early.
USD70 per person, 2h00m

6:00pm

Dinner in Ashgabat

Affordable Turkmen dinner near airport or accommodation.
USD10 per person, 1h00m
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Day 10: Rest and Local

Ashgabat, Turkmenistan on August 10, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at home or accommodation

Enjoy a relaxing breakfast at accommodation, no extra cost.
USD0, 0h30m

9:00am

Local park visit

Spend a calm family day in a nearby park, free entry and relaxing environment.
USD0, 2h00m

12:00pm

Lunch at budget friendly local cafe

Simple home-style meals near accommodation at low cost.
USD6 per person, 1h00m

2:00pm

Rest or local shopping for souvenirs

Light shopping for affordable souvenirs or rest at accommodation.
USD10 (optional), 3h00m

6:00pm

Dinner with family

Eat final dinner at affordable local restaurant or cook at accommodation.
USD10 per person, 1h00m
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