Tibet Travel and Destination Guide
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A jewel in the Himalayas and one of several thorns in the side of China's rulers, Tibet is massive, exotic, and culturally under siege. Source of no lesser rivers than the Yangtze, Yellow, Mekong, Indus and Ganges - to name but a few - and surrounded by the jagged peaks of the highest mountains in the world, Tibet's landscape makes you weak in the knees. In the shadow of Everest the Tibetan people have developed a gentle, mysterious culture, and visitors find a country lined with stupas and adorned with fluttering prayer flags. Everywhere the influence of Tibetan Buddhism can be seen, from old Tibetans spinning prayer wheels to 1300 year-old Lhasa and its otherworldly Potala Palace, home to Dalai Lamas past. The capital's name means, literally, "Holy Land," and it certainly is.
Featured Trips in TIBET
14 days | From N/A High Road to Tibet (ANRT)
Asia > Tibet
Highlights
Kathmandu, Himalyan Mountain flight, Lhasa, Shigatse, Gyantse, Everest Base Camp, ...
Trip Style: Classic
Service Level: Standard
Physical Grading: 4
Discover the serene beauty of Tibet, known as "the roof of the world". From narrow alleyways and buzzing bazaars to spectacular views of the world's highest mountain range, this adventure follows the classic overland route between Lhasa and Kathmandu. Tibet's majestic scenery, mysterious and exotic religious culture and wonderful people will reward you with an indelible life long memory!
15 days | From N/A Mountain Roads - Urumqi to Kathmandu (ACMR)
Asia > Tibet
Highlights
Urumqi, Turpan, Xining, Lhasa, Gyantse, Shigatse, Sakya, Rhombuk, Everest Base ...
Trip Style: Classic
Service Level: Standard
Physical Grading: 3
From holy men to buzzing bazaars, ancient Buddhist sites and Grape Valley where the wine just has to be savoured, every day is a new adventure. The trip is capped off with a trip to Everest Base Camp, which will surely fill you with a sense of awe.
15 days | From $ 2249 USD Tibet Adventure (ACTA)
Asia > Tibet
Highlights
Beijing, Great Wall, Trans-Tibetan Railway, Lhasa, Gyantse, Shigatse, Sakya, Everest ...
Trip Style: Classic
Service Level: Standard
Physical Grading: 4
Take an amazing overland journey across the roof of the world. From the frenzied streets of Beijing travel the high-altitude railway to charming Lhasa and overland to Kathmandu via the great monastic centers of Central Tibet and Everest Base Camp. Take part in temple rituals and haggle for a bargain in the markets.
14 days | From N/A Yunnan and Tibet Adventure (ACRW)
Asia > China
Highlights
Kunming, Lijiang, Zhongdian, Shagari-la, Lhasa, Gyantse, Shigatse, Sakya, Rhombuk and ...
Trip Style: Classic
Service Level: Standard
Physical Grading: 4
The incredible scenery of Mt Everest and rich religious history of the region make this trip a true adventure. As we pass through remote areas including mountain passes reaching altitudes of over 5000 metres, we mingle with locals, shop in colourful bazaars and visit sacred religious sites along the way.
28 days | From N/A Tibet Encompassed (ACKA)
Asia > Tibet
Highlights
Beijing, Xi'an, Tibetan Grasslands, Lhasa, Mount Kailash, Lake Manasarovar, Everest ...
Trip Style: Classic
Service Level: Standard
Physical Grading: 4
An incredible overland journey from Beijing, through the grasslands of central China and across the roof of the world to Asia's most sacred mountain, Kailash - a completed kora cleanses the sins of a lifetime. Add a side trip to the legendary Everest Base Camp for a stunning view before descending to Kathmandu.
