2-Day Kunya-Urgench, Darvaza & Ashgabat Tour

Day 1 — Shavat Border → Dashoguz → Kunya-Urgench → Darvaza Gas Crater

Approximate driving distance: 420–450 km

09:00 — Arrival at the Shavat Border Crossing between Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan.

After completing the Uzbek border procedures, cross into Turkmenistan, where our professional local guide will meet you on the Turkmen side of the border.

Your guide will assist you with all necessary immigration, electronic visa and border-entry formalities, helping ensure a smooth entry into Turkmenistan.

After meeting your driver, continue to Dashoguz.

Stop for lunch at a local restaurant, where you can enjoy traditional Turkmen or Central Asian cuisine.

Lunch is not included in the tour price and is payable directly at the restaurant.

After lunch, continue to Kunya-Urgench, one of the most historically significant destinations in Turkmenistan and an important centre of the medieval Khorezm civilisation.

Explore the archaeological and architectural remains of the ancient city, once a major centre of trade, science and culture along the Silk Road.

The sightseeing program includes several of Kunya-Urgench’s most remarkable monuments, such as:

• Kutlug Timur Minaret, one of the tallest surviving medieval minarets in Central Asia
• Turabek Khanum Mausoleum, renowned for its beautiful architecture and decorative interior
• Sultan Tekesh Mausoleum
• Il Arslan Mausoleum
• Historic religious and archaeological remains of the ancient city

After the visit, continue south through the vast landscapes of the Karakum Desert toward Darvaza.

The route offers impressive desert scenery and a glimpse into one of the most remote regions of Turkmenistan.

Arrive at the legendary Darvaza Gas Crater, internationally known as the “Gates of Hell.”

Check in at the traditional Turkmen yurt camp located near the crater.

As daylight fades, walk to the crater and experience its dramatic transformation after sunset, when the flames illuminate the surrounding desert.

In the evening, enjoy a freshly prepared BBQ dinner at the campsite.

After dinner, spend additional time near the crater for nighttime views, photography and video before returning to the camp.

Overnight: Traditional Turkmen yurt camp near Darvaza
Meals included: BBQ dinner
Meals not included: Lunch in Dashoguz

Day 2 — Darvaza → Ashgabat City Highlights → Ashgabat International Airport

Approximate driving distance: 300–320 km including the Ashgabat city tour

Wake up in the peaceful surroundings of the Karakum Desert.

Breakfast will be served at the yurt camp.

After breakfast, depart Darvaza and drive south toward Ashgabat, the capital of Turkmenistan.

Upon arrival, enjoy a short panoramic sightseeing tour introducing you to the city’s monumental architecture, wide avenues, landscaped parks and distinctive white-marble skyline.

The sightseeing program includes several of Ashgabat’s most recognisable landmarks:

• Independence Monument — one of the main national monuments of Turkmenistan
• Arch of Neutrality — an iconic symbol of the country’s permanent neutrality
• Constitution Monument — an impressive modern complex dedicated to Turkmenistan’s Constitution
• Alem Cultural and Entertainment Center — one of the city’s most distinctive contemporary landmarks
• Panoramic drive through Ashgabat’s central avenues, offering views of its famous white-marble buildings, fountains, parks and monumental architecture

The sightseeing program may be adjusted according to your flight departure time.

In the evening, transfer to Ashgabat International Airport for your onward flight.

Your guide and driver will assist you with the airport drop-off, marking the end of the tour.

No hotel accommodation is provided in Ashgabat on Day 2.

Meals included: Breakfast