Tour to Darvaza Gas Crater Turkmenistan from Khiva

Tour to Darvaza Gas Crater Turkmenistan from Khiva. Embark on a captivating journey through the heart of Central Asia with our Highlights of Turkmenistan Tour. This unforgettable adventure takes you to some of the country’s most iconic and awe-inspiring sites. Witness the mesmerizing flames of the Darvaza Gas Crater, often dubbed the “Door to Hell,” glowing in the heart of the Karakum Desert. Explore the ancient ruins of Nissa, a UNESCO World Heritage Site steeped in Parthian history.

Day 1: Khiva—Shawat—Daravaza

Arrival at border post Shawat (Khiva). After migration formalities, meet with guide and drive to Dashoguz.

After lunchtime, continue drive to Darwaza Gas Crater. BBQ dinner, discover the burning gas crater by nighttime.

Darvaza Gas Crater (Door to Hell), Turkmenistan

The Darvaza Gas Crater, famously known as the “Door to Hell,” is one of Turkmenistan’s most iconic attractions. Located in the Karakum Desert, about 260 km north of Ashgabat, it’s a must-see for adventurous travelers.

This fiery crater was created in 1971, when a gas-drilling site collapsed into an underground cavern. To prevent methane leakage, geologists set the gas alight, expecting it to burn out in a few days—but it has been burning ever since.

Measuring around 70 meters wide and 20 meters deep, the crater glows with constant flames, especially dramatic at night.

Overnight in tents near the crater.

Day 2: Daravaza—Dashoguz—Koneurgench—Shawat—Khiva

Today travelers will visit UNESCO World Heritage Site

Koneurgench – A Timeless UNESCO World Heritage Site

Step into the heart of history at Koneurgench, one of Turkmenistan’s most captivating destinations and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Koneurgench was once the thriving capital of the powerful Khorezm Empire and a key stop along the ancient Silk Road.

Today, visitors can explore the hauntingly beautiful ruins of medieval minarets, mausoleums, and mosques, some dating back as far as the 12th century. The Kutlug-Timur Minaret, one of the tallest brick minarets in Central Asia, rises dramatically from the desert landscape and offers a powerful glimpse into the architectural grandeur of the Islamic world.

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