2-Day Tour in Turkmenistan to Koneurgench and Darvaza (Door to Hell)
Highlights
Darvaza, Dasoguz, Kunya Urgench
architectural, historical, camping
Group Tour
2 Days
Easy
Azerbaijani, English, Russian, Turkish
Languages
Azerbaijani, English, Russian, Turkish
Description
Embark on a 2-day journey through Turkmenistan, starting with a visit to Kunya-Urgench to explore its ancient monuments, including the Mausoleum of Nejmeddin al-Kubra and Kutlug Timur Minaret. Travel through the Karakum Desert to the fiery Darvaza Gas Crater, where you'll enjoy a picnic dinner and an overnight stay in a yurt. On day two, visit Dashoguz's key attractions, including the Dashoguz Museum, and explore the local culture before continuing your adventure.
Itinerary
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Day 1: Dashoguz to Kunya-Urgench and Darvaza
- Meet the guide at the Turkmenistan-Uzbekistan border to assist with formalities (prepare for potential COVID testing, $35).
- Drive to Kunya-Urgench in northern Turkmenistan, the ancient capital of Khorezm, in the 17th century.
Visit architectural monuments in Kunya-Urgench:
- Mausoleum of Nejmeddin al-Kubra
- Tyurabek Khanum
- Il-Alp-Arslan
- Tekesh Ibn Hadzhibey
- Kutlug Timur Minaret (the tallest in Central Asia).
- Drive to Darvaza (5-hour drive, 270 km) through the Karakum Desert.
- Arrive at Darvaza Gas Crater and enjoy the evening view of the flaming crater.
- Dinner: Enjoy a picnic-style fire-cooked meal near the crater.
- Overnight stay in a yurt or tent near the crater under the stars.
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Day 2: Darvaza to Dashoguz
- 07:00 AM - Breakfast at the camp.
- Drive to Dashoguz (approx. 1.5-hour drive).
- Explore Dashoguz: Visit the highlights of this northern Turkmenistan city.
- Transfer to your next destination as desired.
What's Included
What's Excluded
What To Bring
Meeting Point
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 2 | /person |
| 3 to 5 | /person |
| 6 to 11 | /person |
| 12 to 20 | /person |
| Child | |
| 1 to 2 | /person |
| 3 to 5 | /person |
| 6 to 11 | /person |
| 12 to 20 | /person |
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This is a group tour |
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