Set off on an exhilarating 3-day Darvaza Gas Crater group tour. Witness the surreal flames of the crater, known as the "Door to Hell," while enjoying a night of desert camping. Explore the white-marble city of Ashgabat, home to impressive mosques, grand monuments, and vibrant culture. Conclude your adventure in the ancient city of Merv, where the echoes of the Silk Road's rich history await. This group tour offers a perfect blend of breathtaking sights and shared experiences.
Day 1: Khiva – Darvaza gas crater
At 08:30 drive from
Khiva to Turkmenistan border point Shavat-Dashoguz (60 km, 1 h.). Go through border formalities on both checkpoints. Cross 1.5 km neutral zone (transportation may not be available). Upon arrival at the customs and passport control on both sides, kindly proceed to the exit of the border control area. At that point, our guide/driver will be waiting for you with the sign with your name. Meet your Turkmenistan guide and drive to
Darvaza gas crater located in the middle of Karakym desert (270 km, 4 h.). Set up the camp. Enjoy a view of the sunset with the delicious fire-cooked meal for dinner near the burning gas crater. Overnight in tents.
Meals: dinner
Day 2: Darvaza gas crater – Ashgabat
Day 3: Ashgabat – Mary – Merv – Bukhara
Early breakfast. Transfer to the airport to take a morning flight to
Mary (370 km, 40 min). Upon arrival drive to
Merv (40 km, 30 min), an ancient city that was a major center of international trade and crafts located on the Silk Road. Discover historical park with
Sultan Sanjar Mausoleum,
Large and Small Gyz Gala,
Erk Gala,
Gyaur Gala,
Keshk Fortress, and others. In the afternoon depart to Turkmenistan-Uzbekistan border point (45 km, 1 h). Go through border formalities on both checkpoints. Meet your driver and continue to
Bukhara (100 km, 1 h 30 min). Arrival in Bukhara, check in to the hotel. Free time. Overnight at the hotel. End of 3-day Darvaza Gas Crater group tour.
Duration of sightseeing tour: 4-5 hours
Price includes:
- All transfers;
- Sightseeing tour program with an English-speaking guide;
- Entrance fees to sights as per itinerary;
- Visa support letter for Turkmenistan tourist visa;
- Utensils and necessary equipment for staying in tents (sleeping bags, sleeping mats, pillows, dining table, chairs);
- Camp style dinner and breakfast at Darvaza crater;
- Air ticket Ashgabat – Mary;
- Tour leader to accompany travelers for the whole period of the tour in Turkmenistan.
Dates & Prices, per person
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Jun 14, Fri
Jun 16, Sun
May 17
Completed
US$ 890
Jun 28, Fri
Jun 30, Sun
May 31
Completed
US$ 890
Jul 26, Fri
Jul 28, Sun
Jun 28
Completed
US$ 890
Aug 16, Fri
Aug 18, Sun
Jul 19
Completed
US$ 890
Aug 23, Fri
Aug 25, Sun
Jul 26
Completed
US$ 890
Sep 13, Fri
Sep 15, Sun
Aug 16
Sold out
US$ 890
Sep 20, Fri
Sep 22, Sun
Aug 23
Sold out
US$ 890
Sep 27, Fri
Sep 29, Sun
Aug 30
Sold out
US$ 890
Oct 4, Fri
Oct 6, Sun
Sep 6
Sold out
US$ 890
Oct 18, Fri
Oct 20, Sun
Sep 20
Available
US$ 890
Oct 25, Fri
Oct 27, Sun
Sep 27
Available
US$ 890
Nov 1, Fri
Nov 3, Sun
Oct 4
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US$ 890
Single supplement: US$ 60
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Apr 26, Sat
Apr 28, Mon
Mar 29
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US$ 890
May 2, Fri
May 4, Sun
Apr 4
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US$ 890
May 9, Fri
May 11, Sun
Apr 11
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US$ 890
May 23, Fri
May 25, Sun
Apr 25
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US$ 890
May 30, Fri
Jun 1, Sun
May 2
Available
US$ 890
Jun 13, Fri
Jun 15, Sun
May 16
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US$ 890
Jun 27, Fri
Jun 29, Sun
May 30
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US$ 890
Jul 25, Fri
Jul 27, Sun
Jun 27
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US$ 890
Aug 15, Fri
Aug 17, Sun
Jul 18
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US$ 890
Aug 22, Fri
Aug 24, Sun
Jul 25
Available
US$ 890
Sep 12, Fri
Sep 14, Sun
Aug 15
Available
US$ 890
Sep 26, Fri
Sep 28, Sun
Aug 29
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US$ 890
Oct 3, Fri
Oct 5, Sun
Sep 5
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US$ 890
Oct 17, Fri
Oct 19, Sun
Sep 19
Available
US$ 890
Oct 24, Fri
Oct 26, Sun
Sep 26
Available
US$ 890
Oct 31, Fri
Nov 2, Sun
Oct 3
Available
US$ 890
Single supplement: US$ 60
Please note that itinerary and prices are subject to change due to airline and train schedule changes, currency fluctuations and other unforeseeable events.
We strongly recommend NOT to purchase airline tickets for 2025 tours without discussing it with your travel consultant.
Accommodation
Shared
yurts / optional single accommodation in tents upon request
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