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From Modern Capital to Fiery Gates

Tour snapshot

Group Size:
30 persons
Location:
Turkmenistan
Tour Type:
Adventure Tour

Overview

Discover the highlights of Turkmenistan on a 3-day journey from Ashgabat to the ancient city of Kunya-Urgench. Explore Ashgabat’s impressive monuments, museums, parks, and squares, visit historic Gökdepe and a private Akhal-Teke horse stable, and experience the traditional village of Yerbent. Travel across the Karakum Desert to the spectacular Darvaza Gas Crater, spend a night at a desert camp, and finish your adventure exploring the UNESCO-listed ruins of Ancient Kunya-Urgench before continuing to the Uzbekistan border.

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Included/Excluded

Accommodation
English-speaking guide
All transfers and transport
Meals as mentioned
Entrance fees
Travel insurance
Personal expenses
Visa fees
COVID-19 testing fee
International flights to and from Turkmenistan

Important information

Travel Styles
  • Cultural
  • Nature & Adventure

Itinerary

1
Day 1
Discover Ashgabat
Discover Ashgabat
Arrive in Ashgabat and meet your driver at the international airport. Transfer to your hotel and begin exploring the capital with a city tour featuring impressive monuments, museums, parks, and grand squares. Overnight in Ashgabat.
2
Day 2
History, Akhal-Teke Horses & Darvaza
History, Akhal-Teke Horses & Darvaza
Visit the Gypchak Memorial Complex, Gökdepe Fortress, and Saparmurat Haji Mosque. Discover the famous Akhal-Teke horses at a private stable before driving through the Karakum Desert. Stop at Yerbent village and continue to the spectacular Darvaza Gas Crater. Overnight at a desert tent camp.
3
Day 3
Ancient Kunya-Urgench & Uzbekistan Border
Ancient Kunya-Urgench & Uzbekistan Border
Travel by off-road vehicle to northern Turkmenistan and explore Ancient Kunya-Urgench, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and former center of the Khorezm civilization. After lunch at a local café, continue to the Turkmenistan–Uzbekistan border, where the tour ends.

FAQs about
From Modern Capital to Fiery Gates

1. What are the main highlights of this 3-day tour?

The tour combines the highlights of Turkmenistan, including an Ashgabat city tour, Gökdepe Fortress, the Saparmurat Haji Mosque, a visit to an Akhal-Teke horse stable, the traditional village of Yerbent, the spectacular Darvaza Gas Crater, and the UNESCO-listed Ancient Kunya-Urgench.

2. Where does the tour start and end?

The tour starts with a pickup at Ashgabat International Airport. It ends with a transfer to the Turkmenistan–Uzbekistan border at either the Kunya-Urgench–Khojaeli or Dashoguz–Shavat crossing, depending on your onward travel plans.

3. Where will we stay during the tour?

On the first night, you will stay at the Sport Hotel in Ashgabat. The second night is spent at a tent camp near the Darvaza Gas Crater, offering an authentic desert experience in the Karakum Desert.

4. What should I bring for the tour?

We recommend bringing comfortable walking shoes, lightweight clothing, sun protection, a hat, personal toiletries, and any necessary medications. For the desert night, it is also advisable to bring a light jacket or warm layer as temperatures can change considerably after sunset.

5. Is the tour suitable for travelers who want to continue to Uzbekistan?

Yes. The itinerary is designed to finish in northern Turkmenistan, with a transfer to either the Kunya-Urgench–Khojaeli or Dashoguz–Shavat border crossing. This makes it convenient for travelers planning to continue their journey into Uzbekistan.

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