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Darwaza Travel
Explore Turkmenistan with a local tour operator specialising in private tours, Silk Road journeys and overland routes to Darvaza, Ashgabat, Ancient Merv, Kunya-Urgench and beyond.
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Discover carefully planned Turkmenistan tours combining ancient Silk Road cities, the Karakum Desert, Darvaza Gas Crater, Ashgabat, Yangykala Canyon and other highlights of the country.23:15
A 5-day Khiva to Bukhara highlights tour via Turkmenistan featuring Darvaza Gas Crater, Ashgabat, the Caspian coast, Yangykala Canyon, Nokhur, Kow Ata and UNESCO-listed Ancient Merv.
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An 8-day Turkmenistan highlights tour covering Ashgabat, the Caspian coast, Yangykala Canyon, Nohur village, Kow-Ata underground lake, UNESCO-listed Ancient Merv and the Darvaza Gas Crater, with an overnight stay in a traditional yurt in the Karakum Desert.
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Explore Turkmenistan from Khiva to Bukhara on a complete 13-day journey through Kunya-Urgench, Darvaza, Ashgabat, the Caspian coast, Yangykala, Dehistan, Nokhur, Ancient Merv, Gonur Depe and Koytendag, with two overnight train journeys.
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Darwaza Travel is a local Turkmenistan tour operator specialising in private tours, group journeys and overland travel, with experienced local guides and visa invitation support for international travellers.
Based in Turkmenistan, we organise local transport, accommodation, guides and travel arrangements directly for our guests.
Experienced local guides bring Turkmenistan’s history, culture and traditions to life throughout your journey.
Access desert tracks, ancient cities and quiet places beyond the usual tourist path.
Multilingual support before, during and after each trip across Turkmenistan.
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From ancient Silk Road cities to natural wonders, experience the landscapes and heritage of Central Asia’s hidden gem.
A vivid canyon landscape shaped by ancient seas and desert wind.
Massive clay architecture near Merv, tied to the Silk Road memory.
A white marble capital with monumental avenues and modern landmarks.
The Darvaza gas crater becomes an otherworldly spectacle at night.
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Stories, practical notes and route ideas for planning a confident journey through Turkmenistan.
Traveler reviews
An unforgettable journey along the Silk Road. Ancient cities and desert landscapes felt truly magical from start to finish.
Sarah JohnsonUSAThe Darvaza Crater was absolutely spectacular. Our guide was knowledgeable and the whole experience exceeded expectations.
Marco RossiItaly
Turkmenistan
Ancient history meets modern wonders here: the eternal flame of Darvaza, white marble Ashgabat, Silk Road cities and the Karakum Desert create a journey unlike anywhere else.
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