Our guide will meet you at the border of Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan and help you go through all the necessary formalities.  Be prepared that there may be a Covid testing procedure that costs $35. Pay in cash in us dollars.

- drive to the North province of Turkmenistan, to the architectural monuments of Old Urgench, the capital of Khorezm in X-XII centuries. Visit the Mausoleum of Nejmeddin al-Kubra, Tyurabek Khanum, Il-Alp-Arslan, Tekesh Ibn Hadzhibey, and the highest minaret in Central Asia, Kutlug Timur.

14.00 -  After excursion driving through the Karakum desert to Darvaza – Water,  and  Gas Craters, which is a huge flaming crater located 270 km (5 hours of journey). 

In the evening, enjoy the spectacular and fascinating view of the Gas crater. Visit the Gas Crater. Stay in a camp with tasty catering - dinner at picnic-style -  the perfect way to enjoy this highlight. Observe the fantastic view of the crater during daylight and at night, feel the heat, and listen to the sound that this giant oven creates. Enjoy a delicious fire-cooked meal for dinner near.

Overnight at the camp  in  yurt or tents under the starry sky.