2-Day Kunya-Urgench and Darvaza Gas Crater Tour from Shavat Border
Highlights
Darvaza, Kunya Urgench
photography, sightseeing, Desert
Group Tour
0 Day
Easy
English, Russian, Turkish
Description
Discover two of Turkmenistan’s most remarkable destinations on this immersive journey through history and nature. Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Kunya-Urgench, once a powerful Silk Road capital, before travelling deep into the Karakum Desert to witness the fiery Darvaza Gas Crater. This unique tour combines ancient Islamic architecture, desert landscapes, and one of the world’s most surreal natural phenomena.
Itinerary
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Day 1: Shavat Border – Kunya-Urgench – Darvaza
- Meet the guide at Shavat (Dashoguz) border and assist with border formalities.
- Proceed through customs procedures and complete the required COVID test (35 USD per person, payable in cash).
- Drive to Kunya-Urgench UNESCO World Heritage Site (approx. 1.5 hours).
- Explore Kutlug Timur Minaret, the tallest minaret in Central Asia.
- Visit Turabek-Khanym Mausoleum, known for its turquoise dome.
- Discover the mausoleums of Najmuddin Kubra and Sultan Tekesh.
- Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant.
- Continue journey to Darvaza Gas Crater (approx. 4–5 hours drive).
- Arrive at the “Door to Hell” and experience the burning crater at sunset and after dark.
- Enjoy dinner cooked over fire at a desert camp.
- Overnight stay in traditional yurts near the crater.
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Day 2: Darvaza – Shavat Border
- Enjoy breakfast at the desert camp.
- Depart from Darvaza towards Shavat Border (approx. 3–4 hours drive).
- Complete border formalities and exit to Uzbekistan.
- End of the tour.
What's Included
What's Excluded
Cancellation Policy
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For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.
Price
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| 1 to 4 | /group |
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This is a group tour |
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