Gas Crater & City Tour

From

465$

  • 3 Days
  • 1 - 10

Discover the heart of Turkmenistan on this 3-day journey that blends culture, history, and natural wonders. Start in the white-marble capital, Ashgabat, where you'll explore grand monuments, stunning architecture, and national landmarks. Visit the stables of the legendary Akhalteke horses—symbols of Turkmen pride and history.

Then, venture deep into the Karakum Desert to witness one of the world’s most surreal natural phenomena: the Darvaza Gas Crater, famously known as the “Door to Hell.” Experience the magic of desert life with an overnight stay in traditional yurts under the stars, enjoying a campfire barbecue next to the burning crater.

End your journey traveling north toward the Turkmen-Uzbek border, taking with you unforgettable memories of a truly unique land.

Included and Excluded

  • Letter of Invitation (State Registration, Travel Pass)
  • Accommodation in DBL/Twin room
  • Darvaza Yurt Camp – 1 night (incl sleeping mats, sleeping bags, pillows, light)
  • Escort English-speaking guide service
  • Transportation as per program per AC regular road vehicles and 4x4 where terrain requires
  • Entrance fee: per program
  • Meals: BF at hotel, BBQ dinner at Darvaza
  • 1.5 L water per person per day
  • Travel tax
  • International flights
  • Cost of Turkmen visa w/border fees (70 – 100 USD)
  • PCR test
  • Payment for photo and video
  • Tips for guide and driver
  • Medical insurance
  • Services not shown in the program

Itinerary

Arrival in Ashgabat International Airport. You will be met by our representatives and transferred to the hotel (early check-in). Free time.

Afternoon you will have an Ashgabat city tour. You will see the Wedding Palace, modern “Yildyz” Hotel, Ferries Wheel, Constitution Monument, Arch of Neutrality, Monument and Park of Independence, Ertogrul Gazy Mosque, Ashgabat Olympic Stadium and Halk Hakydasy Memorial Complex. Overnight in Ashgabat.

BF at Hotel. Drive to visit Horse Stable to see a national proud of Turkmen people – Akhalteke horses, the nicest horses in the world. 5000 years ago, Turkmens began to breed Akhalteke horses. The World’s unique breed was never mixed with other breeds. Such illustrious Emperors like Alexander the Great, and Darius I desired to own Ahalteke horses. There are over 35 beautiful horses on the farm. Per superstition, every sick person who touches an Ahalteke horse will get well soon. 

Afternoon drive to Darvaza burning Gas Crater (4h) which is one of the top international tourist destinations. The area is rich in natural gas. Burning for more than 50 years, Darvaza Gas Crater shines like a pearl in the middle of the Karakum desert. Besides Darvaza Gas Crater, you will also see water and mud craters. One of the most vivid and addictive features of this trip is the fresh air of the desert and experiencing the nomadic life in person. At night, while the light of the Gas Crater hits the sky, you will camp in the Turkmen national yurt or private tents and barbecue for dinner. This unique landscape in the world will fascinate you and you will want to come again.

 

Picnic style BF at Gas Crater. Drive to Turkmen/Uzbek border Shavat (6h).

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