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Explore Turkmenistan Four Days From Darvaza to Ashgabat

By Guided Travels
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$2,510 per adult* *Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
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  • 4d
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  • Multiple languages
Overview

Experience the best of Turkmenistan on a thrilling 4-day journey from the fiery Darvaza Gas Crater to the dazzling white-marble capital of Ashgabat. Enjoy a magical BBQ dinner beside the legendary “Door to Hell,” explore UNESCO sites like Nissa and Ancient Merv, and meet the world-famous Akhalteke horses. You’ll not only see these magnificent animals — you’ll have the chance to ride one while wearing traditional Turkmen attire, feeling the spirit of a true Turkmen horseman. This is your chance to step into the culture, the history, and the adventure of Turkmenistan in the most authentic way possible.

Activity location
  • Darvaza Gas Crater
    • Close to the Gates of Hell
    • Darvaza, Turkmenistan
Meeting/Redemption Point
  • Ichan Kala west gate
    • Khiva, Xorazm Region, Turkmenistan

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Explore Turkmenistan Four Days From Darvaza to Ashgabat
  • Activity duration is 4 days4d
    4d
  • English
Price details
NZ$2,509.80 x 1 AdultNZ$2,509.80
Total
Price is NZ$2,509.80

Know before you book

  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialised infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travellers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travellers
  • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travellers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • All travellers need to book this tour at least 7 days before the starting their tour due to the fact that they will need a letter of invitation entering into Turkmenistan

Activity itinerary

Day 1: Day 1 – Shavat → Darvaza Gas Crater
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: snacks
  • Accommodation: Overnight at Darvaza (camp-style, desert atmosphere guaranteed!)
Darvaza Gas Crater
07:30–08:45 – Drive to the Turkmen border at Shavat. 09:00–10:00 – Meet your Turkmen guide, complete border procedures, and begin your desert adventure. 10:15–15:30 – Drive deep into the Karakum Desert towards Darvaza (280 km). Enjoy photo stops among endless sand dunes. 15:30–17:30 – Experience Darvaza Gas Crater, the surreal flaming pit that has burned since 1971. Perfect time for photography as daylight turns to golden hour. 18:00–19:30 – BBQ dinner under the desert sky — one of the most unforgettable evenings of the trip. 20:00 – Overnight at Darvaza (camp-style, desert atmosphere guaranteed!).
Day 2: Day 2 – Darvaza → Ashgabat City Tour
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: Overnight at 4 star Sport Hotel in the centre of Ashgabat
Ashgabat
07:00–08:00 – Breakfast with crater views — a true bucket-list moment. 08:00–13:00 – Scenic drive to Ashgabat (280 km). 13:00–14:00 – Hotel check-in & lunch. 14:30–18:00 – Full City Tour of Ashgabat: - Nissa Fortress (UNESCO) – ancient Parthian capital - Akhalteke Horse Farm – meet the world’s most elegant horses - Spiritual Mosque – one of Central Asia’s largest - Presidential Palace & Ruhyyet Palace (photo stops) - Wedding Palace – futuristic architecture at its best - Earthquake & WWII Memorials - Ertugrul Gazi Mosque – inspired by Ottoman design -Arch of Neutrality & Independence Park 18:30–19:30 – Optional: Ride the Alem Indoor Ferris Wheel, a Guinness record-holder. 20:00 – Overnight in Ashgabat.
Day 3: Day 3 – Ashgabat → Mary → Ancient Merv (UNESCO)
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: Overnight at 4 star Mary hotel
Mary
  • 10h
07:00–08:00 – Breakfast at the hotel. 08:00–14:00 – Drive to Mary with a stop at Abiverd, an ancient Silk Road settlement (30 min). 14:00–15:00 – Hotel check-in & lunch. 15:30–18:30 – Explore Ancient Merv: Walk the ruins of a city once called “Queen of the World.” Visit key sites: Sultan Kala, Gyz Kala, Great Kyz Kala, Mausoleum of Sultan Sanjar, and more. Your guide will bring to life the glory days of the Seljuk Empire. 19:00 – Overnight in Mary.
Day 4: Day 4 – Mary → Turkmenabat → Farap Border
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast
  • Accommodation: Not included
Farap
  • 8h
07:00–08:00 – Breakfast and check-out. 08:00–12:00 – Drive to Turkmenabat. 12:00–12:45 – Cross the Farap border via the Amudarya River Bridge. 14:00 Transfer to Bukhara

Location

Activity location
  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIES
    Darvaza Gas Crater
    • Close to the Gates of Hell
    • Darvaza, Turkmenistan
Meeting/Redemption Point
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Ichan Kala west gate
    • Khiva, Xorazm Region, Turkmenistan

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