Fashion, carpets, art: VIP shopping in Turkmenistan
This exclusive shopping tour of Turkmenistan is created for women who value style, privacy, cultural depth, and access to rare designer pieces. The program introduces guests to contemporary Turkmen designers, artists, jewelers, textile and carpet art masters.
Over 4 days in Ashgabat you will see Turkmenistan through its aesthetics: silk scarves, traditional ornaments, handmade carpets, jewelry, national textiles, design showrooms, art spaces and warm meetings with the creators. This is not an ordinary shopping tour, but a cultural journey into the world of Turkmen women’s beauty, crafts and contemporary art.
A tour for women who appreciate style
Turkmenistan is a country with a strong visual culture. Ornaments, silk, carpets, silver jewellery and the traditional women’s costume here are not just elements of clothing or interior design, but part of the cultural code. On this tour, guests get the chance to see how ancient craft traditions continue to live on in contemporary fashion, design and art.
The program is built as a gentle VIP journey: without haste, with beautiful locations, personal meetings, shopping opportunities and access to items that are hard to find in ordinary stores.
What awaits guests in the program
The tour brings together shopping, culture, fashion, crafts and contemporary art of Turkmenistan. Each day reveals a new side of the country — from scarves and carpets to designer collections and the galleries of Ashgabat.
Turkmen scarves
A visit to a boutique of scarves, shawls and silk accessories with a master class on traditional and modern ways of wearing them.
Carpet art
An introduction to Turkmen carpets: tribal ornaments, vintage pieces, collector’s items and hand-made silk carpets.
Design showrooms
Meetings with Turkmen designers, original collections, contemporary fashion, embroidery, textiles and items created by small workshops.
Eastern bazaar
Altyn Asyr is the largest bazaar in the region, where you can see jewelry, fabrics, national clothing, wool products and souvenirs.
Contemporary art
Ashgabat’s art spaces, works by contemporary Turkmen artists and a warm tea meeting with representatives of the creative community.
VIP service
A comfortable welcome, support, a 5* hotel, restaurants, air-conditioned transport and custom organisation for your group.
The history of Turkmen style: silk, embroidery, carpets and silver
Turkmen aesthetics were shaped over centuries at the crossroads of nomadic culture, urban crafts, caravan routes and family traditions. The women’s costume, the scarf, jewellery and the carpet in Turkmen culture have always carried not only a decorative but also a symbolic function.
Ornaments on carpets and textiles reflect tribal signs and ideas about protection, beauty and status. Silver jewelry was often perceived as a talisman and part of a festive image. And embroidery is a special language of handwork, where the color, rhythm, form and meaning of each pattern matter.
Today, young designers of Turkmenistan increasingly turn to these traditions, creating modern collections based on national heritage. That is why such a VIP shopping tour becomes not only a purchase of beautiful things but also a deep cultural introduction to the country.
Day-by-day itinerary of the VIP shopping tour
The basic program is designed for 4 days and 3 nights in Ashgabat. The route can be adapted to the group composition, guests’ interests, shopping format and the availability of designers, artists and workshops on the chosen dates.
Arrival in Ashgabat and designer dinner
Personal welcome of guests at Ashgabat International Airport and assistance with formalities. Transfer to the Yyldyz 5* hotel with a panoramic view of the city. In the evening — a refined dinner at the Grand Cru restaurant with a special guest: a well-known Turkmen designer.
During dinner, guests learn how the national costume influences modern collections, why Turkmen embroidery is considered one of the most complex in the region, and how the world of Turkmen fashion is developing today. After dinner — an evening tour of illuminated Ashgabat.
A boutique of Turkmen scarves and the world of carpets
A visit to a specialized boutique featuring scarves, shawls and designer accessories inspired by the traditional ornaments of Turkmenistan. The master class “The Art of the Turkmen Scarf” will let participants learn about the history of the female image and try different styling options.
In the second part of the day — a visit to the carpet center. Guests will see modern designer carpets, vintage pieces, collectible items, tribal carpets from different regions and handmade silk carpets. Individual selection of carpets for private collections and interiors is possible.
Altyn Asyr, jewelry and Turkmen fashion
After breakfast — a trip to the Altyn Asyr Oriental Bazaar, one of the largest and most colorful markets in Central Asia. Here you can see handmade silver jewelry, traditional textiles, embroidery, camel wool products, national clothing and silk fabrics.
After lunch at the Kopetdag national cuisine restaurant, guests can look forward to meetings with Turkmen designers and visits to showrooms and creative spaces. Participants will see original collections, learn about the creative process and be able to buy exclusive items of clothing, accessories and textiles directly from the designers.
Contemporary art of Turkmenistan and transfer to the airport
In the morning, a visit to an art space in Ashgabat that features works by contemporary Turkmen artists. During the excursion, guests will learn about the development of contemporary art in Turkmenistan and see works by artists who have taken part in international exhibitions and cultural projects.
After getting acquainted with the gallery — tea and an informal meeting with the artists. This is an opportunity to discuss art, inspiration, traditions and the creative life of the country in a warm atmosphere. Then — a transfer to Ashgabat International Airport and the end of the program.
Carpets and handcrafted items: buying with an understanding of value
The Turkmen carpet is one of the main symbols of the country. At the carpet centre, guests will be able not just to look at the products, but also to understand how regional ornaments differ, how handmade carpets are created, what to look out for when choosing and how a carpet can become part of a private collection or interior.
For guests considering the purchase of carpets, textiles, jewelry or original works of art, the program can include individual consultations, selection of items and recommendations on international transportation.
- Modern designer carpets
- Rare vintage and collectible items
- Handmade silk carpets
- Tribal ornaments from different regions
- Individual selection for the home, a collection or a gift
What the organization of a VIP shopping tour includes
We take on the key stages of the trip: meeting, transport, accommodation, program, support and communication with workshops, designers and creative venues.
Accommodation, transport and the format of the trip
The tour is designed for a comfortable VIP format in Ashgabat. By default, guests are accommodated at the Yyldyz 5* hotel, and transport is selected depending on the size of the group.
Accommodation
- Yyldyz 5* Hotel
- Panoramic view of Ashgabat
- Wi-Fi according to the hotel’s terms
- 3 nights in the capital of Turkmenistan
Transport
- Meeting and seeing off at the airport
- Toyota Hiace for a small group
- Hyundai Universe Luxury bus for a group
- Private transport on request
Important information on the visa and entry
For most foreign tourists, a trip to Turkmenistan requires a visa and a letter of invitation. We can help with preparing the route, a tourist invitation and visa support for guests.
Letter of invitation
To arrange an LOI, a confirmed route, an application form, a color copy of the passport and a passport-style photograph are usually required.
Visa on arrival
If you have an invitation, you can obtain a visa on arrival at the airport, if this is suitable for your citizenship and entry conditions.
Current requirements
Medical, migration and visa requirements must be clarified for the dates of the trip, as the rules may change.
FAQ — questions about the VIP shopping tour
We briefly answer the frequent questions about the tour “Fashion, carpets, art: VIP shopping in Turkmenistan”.
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