Darvaza & Kunya-Urgench Adventure – 2 Days / 1 Night Turkmenistan Tour
Overview
Continue deep into the Karakum Desert to witness the world-famous Darvaza Gas Crater, also known as the “Door to Hell.” Enjoy dinner near the glowing crater, nighttime photography, and an authentic overnight stay in a traditional yurt or desert tent under the stars.
This tour combines history, adventure, desert landscapes, and unique cultural experiences, making it perfect for travelers seeking one of the most extraordinary destinations in Central Asia.
Tour Highlights
Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Kunya-Urgench
Explore the legendary Darvaza Gas Crater
Overnight stay in a traditional desert yurt or tent
Experience the unique landscapes of the Karakum Desert
Enjoy authentic local cuisine and desert atmosphere
Perfect for adventure, photography, and cultural travel
check_circle Included
Crater with dinner and breakfast
4-wheeler transportation between
cities and inside cities;
Issuance of Letter of Invitation
Local guides in Turkmenistan
All entrance tickets
breakfast and dinner at the yurt camp
cancel Not Included
• Lunches and dinners
• Personal expenses and shopping
• Consular fees for processing a tourist visa
(approximately USD 80), migration tax (USD
14), and express PCR test (approximately USD
33)
• Travel insurance
• Tips are not included but are appreciated
Your Journey
2 Days ScheduleDay 1 – From Shabat border to Koneurgench
09:00 – Arrival at the Shabat border checkpoint in Dashoguz Province (The checkpoint operates from 09:00 to 17:00.) 09:00–11:00 – Border and customs formalities 11:00–12:00 – Transfer from Shabat to Dashoguz (60 km) 12:00–13:00 – Lunch at a restaurant in Dashoguz 13:00–14:40 – Drive to the historic city of Kunya-Urgench (96 km) 14:40–16:40 – Guided tour of the ancient city of Kunya-Urgench, a UNESCO World Heritage Site (2 hours) 16:40–21:40 – Journey to the legendary Darvaza Gas Crater, known as the “Shining Karakum” 21:40–22:40 – Dinner in a yurt near the Darvaza Crater 22:40–00:00 – Nighttime photography at the crater 00:00–08:00 – Overnight stay in a tent or yurt near the Darvaza Crater
Day 2 – From Darvaza Gas Crater to Shabat border
08:00–09:00 – Outdoor breakfast surrounded by the unique desert landscape near the Darvaza Gas Crater 09:00–14:00 – Drive by car to the Shabat border checkpoint on the border with Uzbekistan 14:00 – As they say here, “Hoş sag