2-Day Turkmenistan Journey from Kunya Urgench to the Darvaza Gas Crater
Highlights
Darvaza, Dasoguz
cultural, photography, sightseeing
Group Tour
2 Days
Easy
English
Description
Experience an unforgettable 2-day journey from the Shavat border through the cultural and natural wonders of Turkmenistan. Discover the UNESCO-listed city of Kunya-Urgench, where centuries-old mausoleums, intricate Islamic architecture, and the towering Kutlug Timur Minaret reveal the region’s rich history. Journey across the vast Karakum Desert to witness the blazing Darvaza Gas Crater, famously known as “The Door to Hell,” and enjoy a traditional barbeque dinner under the stars.
Itinerary
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Day 1 – Shavat Border to Darvaza Gas Crater
- Cross the Shavat border and meet the Turkmen guide and driver.
Drive to Kunya-Urgench and explore the UNESCO-listed ancient capital of Khorezm.
Visit the Mausoleum of Turabek-Khanum.
Admire the Mausoleum of Il-Arslan.
See the Kutlug Timur Minaret.
Explore the Dash Mosque.
Drive through the Karakum Desert to reach the Darvaza Gas Crater (approximately 6–7 hours).
Arrive at the burning gas crater known as “The Door to Hell.”
Enjoy a barbeque dinner in a yurt camp.
Spend time by the fire pit and enjoy the view of the blazing crater until departure time.
Transfer to the train station to board the night train to Dashoguz.
Overnight on the train.
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Day 2 – Dashoguz to Uzbekistan Border
- Arrive in Dashoguz early in the morning.
Visit a local cafe to have breakfast.
Transfer to the Turkmenistan–Uzbekistan border.
Cross the border to continue the journey.
What's Included
What's Excluded
What To Bring
Meeting Point
Cancellation Policy
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For cancellations within 24 hours before the tour -
Refund of 50% of the tour price.
Price
| Adult | |
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| 1 to 10 | /person |
| Child | |
| 1 to 10 | /person |
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This is a group tour |
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