Turkmenistan
The Door to Hell and the marble city

Turkmenistan Programs

One of the world's least-visited countries, white-marble Ashgabat, the ancient oasis of Merv and the burning Darvaza gas crater in the Karakum desert.

Why now. A landmark migration reform has removed the Letter-of-Invitation requirement and introduced an e-visa, the biggest access shift since 1991, making Turkmenistan a realistic addition to Central Asian Silk Road itineraries. Indoneo

Sample journeys

Suggested Programs

Curated itineraries to inspire, each one a flexible starting point for your tailor-made trip.

Turkmenistan Silk Road Classic Classic & Cultural

Turkmenistan Silk Road Classic

6 days Heritage & Desert Ashgabat · Mary · Merv · Darvaza · Kunya-Urgench

The country's signature route, the marble capital, the UNESCO oasis of Merv, an overnight beside the burning Darvaza crater and the mausoleums of Kunya-Urgench.

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Guide + driverDesert-camp overnightDomestic flightHotels
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Door to Hell Express Adventure & Active

Door to Hell Express

2 days Adventure & Short-break Ashgabat · Darvaza

A short, dramatic desert run to the Darvaza 'Door to Hell', the fiery gas crater that has burned continuously since 1971, seen at its best after dark.

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Guide + driverDesert experienceTransfers
Note: Detailed inclusions to be confirmed by the Tourkom team.
Please note: these are sample itineraries. Final routing, hotels, inclusions and pricing are tailored by the Tourkom team.

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