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Kunya-Urgench, Darvaza gas crater, Karakum desert, Erbent village

Darvaza-Gas Crater Tour

Book 2-day Darvaza gas crater tour to explore “Door to Hell”, 60 meters diameter hole that has been burning since 1971. On the way to Darvaza you will enjoy pristine nature of Karakum, Central Asia’s hottest desert and one of the main caravan paths on the Great Silk Road. You will also discover more than 2000 years old Kunya-Urgench, the capital of ancient Khorezm Empire.

Day 1: Ashgabat – Dashoguz – Darvaza

Your Door-to-Hell tour starts in Ashgabat with the transfer to the airport for morning flight to Dashoguz (580 km, 50 min). Upon arrival drive to Kunya-Urgench, the ancient capital of Khorezm Empire (120 km, 1 h. 30 min). Start sightseeing Kunya-Urgench historical site: mausoleums of Turebek-Khanym, Sultan Tekesh, Sultan Il Arslan, Najmad-din-Kubra, Sultan Ali. Discover the Kutlug Timur Minaret and Kyrk Molla Hill. In the afternoon drive to Darvaza gas crater located in the middle of Karakym desert (8 km across sand dunes). Arrive at the crater, set up the camp. Enjoy a delicious fire-cooked meal for dinner near the burning gas crater. Overnight in tents. Duration of sightseeing tour: 6-7 hours

Day 2: Darvaza – Ashgabat

After camp style breakfast depart to Ashgabat (280 km, 4 h). On the way stop at Erbent village to witness life of locals surrounded by desert. Arrive in Ashgabat. End of the trip.

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