Tibet Tours & Trip Packages

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100 Tibet trips. Tours from 44 tour companies. 892 reviews. 4.8/5 avg rating.

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Roof of the world
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4.7/5 Excellent
41 reviews
River Cruise
Lodging level
Luxury - 5 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Visits

Beijing, Chongqing, Lhasa, Shanghai, Terra Cotta Warriors, The Forbidden City, Three Gorges, Three Gorges Dam, Tiananmen Square, Wuhan, Yangtze River

Highlights

  • Experience 6-day Yangtze River cruise in veranda stateroom
  • Visit 5 UNESCO World Heritage Sites
  • Culture Curriculum: Enjoy tea with a Tibetan family; attend lectures on the Yangtze River, Mao Zedong & China’s current affairs; practice tai chi every morning aboard.
  • Enjoy a concert of the Hubei Bells
  • Learn a few Chinese words
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Themes

50 plus, Cultural, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife, Small Ship Cruise

What travelers are saying

"Most of the people on this 17-day river cruise was quite elderly and infirm. Therefore the complimentary excursions were painfully slow walking. Local guides mostly told stories of their own upbringing and the conflicts they lived through. There was not much history on any of the excursions; and none of the buildings we saw gave us an opportunity to go inside, even the paid excursions. The accommodations were excellent, except that we paid for the best veranda but could not sit on our veranda because for the first 5 days our ship was packed tight next to another Viking ship. Food was good, except for dinners which were quite mediocre and never captured the flavor of the local foods."

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Cholo Expedition
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4.5/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Basic - 2 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Full schedule

Visits

Kathmandu, Kos, Tibet

Highlights

  • A rare opportunity to climb Cholo (6097m)
  • Hike up the Thame valley and cross the Renjo La (5340m)
  • Spectacular mountain views deep in the Everest region
  • Climb with a highly experienced team and capture the spirit of adventure, with indelible memories forged among the highest mountains on earth
  • Immerse yourself in Kathmandu

Themes

Climbing & Mountaineering, Eco, Sustainable & Green Travel, High Adventure, Trekking & Expeditions

What travelers are saying

"Subal, Dinesh, Santosh, Amber and the team were brilliant. Subal in particular was always on the look out for the well-being of the group. The views and hiking on the trip were unparalleled, and as may be stereotypical to say, I learnt a lot about myself. I would recommend this trip to anyone."

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Jomolhari Base Camp Trek
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4.9/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Basic - 2 star
Physical level
Extreme

Visits

Paro, Thimphu, Tibet

Highlights

  • Undertake the finest short trek in the Kingdom of Bhutan
  • Cross the high passes of Nyile La (4700m) and Yale Pass (4950m)
  • Camp below the sacred peak of Jomolhari (7314m)
  • Soak up classic views of the Himalaya on a fully supported trek
  • Experience the rich culture of Bhutan, exploring ancient dzongs and mountain monasteries

Themes

Eco, Sustainable & Green Travel, Trekking & Expeditions

What travelers are saying

"Subal, Dinesh, Santosh, Amber and the team were brilliant. Subal in particular was always on the look out for the well-being of the group. The views and hiking on the trip were unparalleled, and as may be stereotypical to say, I learnt a lot about myself. I would recommend this trip to anyone."

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Annapurna Dhaulagiri in Comfort
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5/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Basic - 2 star

Visits

Kathmandu, Pokhara, Tibet

Highlights

  • Be swept away by breathtaking views of the Dhaulagiri & Annapurna ranges
  • Traverse the high pastures above Kopra Ridge beneath Annapurna South, where ancient pilgrim trails lead to the sacred Khayer Lake
  • Wander old yak herder trails to Upper Phulbari, above the level of often visited Poon Hill
  • Take in the views on a Himalayan mountain flight from Kathmandu to Pokhara
  • Explore Kathmandu's vibrant streets and ancient sites

Themes

Eco, Sustainable & Green Travel, Trekking & Expeditions

What travelers are saying

"Subal, Dinesh, Santosh, Amber and the team were brilliant. Subal in particular was always on the look out for the well-being of the group. The views and hiking on the trip were unparalleled, and as may be stereotypical to say, I learnt a lot about myself. I would recommend this trip to anyone."

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Bhutan Explorer & Paro Tshechu Festival
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4.7/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
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Lodging level
Basic - 2 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Gangtey, Paro, Punakha, Thimphu, Tibet

Highlights

  • Experience the colourful Paro Tshechu Festival
  • Explore Gangtey Valley, the largest wetland in Bhutan and home to the Black-Necked Crane
  • Immerse yourself in the cultural heart of Bhutan at Bumthang
  • Climb high above the Paro Valley to the famous Tiger’s Nest Monastery
  • Revel in views of Jomolhari (7314m), Bhutan’s most sacred mountain
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Themes

Cultural, Eco, Sustainable & Green Travel, Festivals & Special Events

What travelers are saying

"Subal, Dinesh, Santosh, Amber and the team were brilliant. Subal in particular was always on the look out for the well-being of the group. The views and hiking on the trip were unparalleled, and as may be stereotypical to say, I learnt a lot about myself. I would recommend this trip to anyone."

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Bhutan High Trails via Laya
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4.9/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Basic - 2 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Full schedule

Visits

Paro, Punakha, Tibet

Highlights

  • Gain magnificent views of the sacred peak, Jomolhari and Jichu Drake
  • Discover pristine wilderness trekking over high mountain passes
  • Experience Laya, one of the most remote settlements on earth and home to the indigenous Layap
  • Ascend to 'Tiger's Nest' Monastery for an insight into Buddhist culture
  • Explore the ancient dzongs and market places of Thimphu and Paro

Themes

Eco, Sustainable & Green Travel, Trekking & Expeditions

What travelers are saying

"Subal, Dinesh, Santosh, Amber and the team were brilliant. Subal in particular was always on the look out for the well-being of the group. The views and hiking on the trip were unparalleled, and as may be stereotypical to say, I learnt a lot about myself. I would recommend this trip to anyone."

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Everest High Passes in Comfort
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4.9/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Basic - 2 star
Physical level
Moderate

Visits

Kathmandu, Kos, Tibet

Highlights

  • Experience the best highlights of the Everest region on this challenging trek, crossing three passes over 5000m
  • Cross the Cho La, Renjo La & Kongma La to gain unsurpassed views of Mount Everest, Makalu and Cho Oyu
  • Ascend Kala Pattar & Gokyo Ri to gaze upon the world's highest mountains from brilliant vantage points
  • Experience vibrant Sherpa culture at its capital in Namche Bazaar
  • Visit the stunningly situated monastery village of Thyangboche
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Themes

Eco, Sustainable & Green Travel, Trekking & Expeditions

What travelers are saying

"Subal, Dinesh, Santosh, Amber and the team were brilliant. Subal in particular was always on the look out for the well-being of the group. The views and hiking on the trip were unparalleled, and as may be stereotypical to say, I learnt a lot about myself. I would recommend this trip to anyone."

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Bhutan Snowman Trek
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4.8/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Basic - 2 star

Visits

Paro, Tibet

Highlights

  • Challenge yourself on one of the greatest and most rewarding treks of the Himalaya
  • Cross 11 high passes as you trek to the isolated region of Lunana
  • Absorb magnificent mountain views, explore hidden valleys and bask in the serenity of high altitude lakes
  • Explore Paro and surrounds including the impressive Takstang Monastery (Tiger's Nest)
  • Experience the culturally rich region of Bhutan

Themes

Eco, Sustainable & Green Travel, Trekking & Expeditions

What travelers are saying

"Subal, Dinesh, Santosh, Amber and the team were brilliant. Subal in particular was always on the look out for the well-being of the group. The views and hiking on the trip were unparalleled, and as may be stereotypical to say, I learnt a lot about myself. I would recommend this trip to anyone."

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Tibet Reviews & Ratings

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Aug 2018

Provided byExodus Travels

Annapurna Circuit

This trip was excellent-the first Himalayan experience, a highly thought-of trek through brilliant mountain and remote scenery in mostly ideal weather conditions ...

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Anonymous

Mar 2018

Provided byExodus Travels

Annapyrnna Circuit

A great holiday. Excellent leader, good group, great weather, excellent views, lovely locals. Getting to the top of the Thorong la Pass and the high mountains all a...

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Anonymous

Mar 2018

Provided byExodus Travels

Amazing trekking experience.

Namaste! When we decided to book this trek we considered several things - costing, availability, timings and fitness level; and upon reflection, we chose the right...

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Anonymous

Mar 2018

Provided byExodus Travels

Annapurna circuit group winter trek

A trek that shows Nepal from the city to the mountains. Watch the landscape, people, villages, food and animals change as you climb from the city, to subalpine, to...

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Anonymous

Mar 2018

Provided byExodus Travels

Annapurna circuit

I have just returned from a very exciting three week trip to Annapurna circuit. Every day was different and full of adventure. With excellent guide in Gum, we all ...

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Tibet Tour Selection Trips

  • To travel to Tibet, you must be part of a tour group; no individual travel is permitted
  • Book well in advance, allowing plenty of time to get a Tibet entry permit (check with your tour company about the need for a Chinese visa, since you may enter on a group visa).
  • Even if you sharply disagree with China’s policies toward Tibet, it’s prudent to keep your thoughts to yourself or risk being expelled
  • The best months to travel to Tibet are May through October, when the weather is warmer and oxygen supply greater
  • Avoid the Tibetan new year months of February and March
  • To see both Lhasa and journey to Mt. Everest (with time spent in Nepal at the beginning and end of the tour), count on spending at least two weeks, longer if trekking.
  • If you’re prone to altitude sickness or have breathing difficulties, keep in mind that you’ll be traveling to areas likely ranging from  11,000-21,000 feet above sea level, where oxygen levels are low
  • Lodging outside of Lhasa tends to be quite basic, often lacking hot water or Western-style toilet facilities.

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Tibet by Train

One of the most popular ways to explore Tibet, for railphiles and regular tourists alike, is by train. The Qinghai-Tibet train was only built in 2006, and now connects Tibet with the rest of China. The the railway itself is the tallest in the world, running over the Tanggula Mountains at any impressive height of 16,640 feet.

The railway is not just an incredible feat of engineering, it also has some incredible views. The rail runs over the Kunlun Mountains, Tanggula Mountains, as well as the Amdo, Nagqu, and Damxung prairies.

The train journey lasts 48 hours, and as a result there are sleeper cars.There are multiple options for comfort, depending on how well you like to travel.

When to Travel to Tibet

Tibet is a mountain nation set mainly on a plateau resting amongst sky puncturing peaks, including the tallest point in the world, Mount Everest. This high altitude leads to generally colder, but varying, weather. One thing you can expect no matter the season is strong sunshine, dry weather, and a heavy drop in temperature at night.

One month you cannot visit Tibet at all is March, when it is closed to visitors for Tibetan New Year. However, the rest of spring is a good time to visit as most of the winter ice has melted and you will beat the summer tourist rush.

In summer, the weather is the warmest and the air has the highest level of oxygen. Not only this, but some of Tibet’s most famous festivals occur during this time. The famous Shoton Festival, Ganden Thangka Festival, and the self-explanatory Nagqu Horse Racing Festival all take place during this time.

This makes it a very popular time for tourists to visit, so be prepared to book your train tickets and tour groups well in advance, they can be sold out quickly. If you want to learn about Tibet’s unique and fascinating culture, be sure to make it to at least one of these festivals by going on a festival tour of Tibet.

How to Travel Tibet on a Budget

Because of Tibet’s remoteness, harsh climate, and the limited numbers of permits mean that visiting Tibet can be more expensive than visiting other places in China. However, it is still possible to cut costs in several ways.

Firstly, taking a train into Tibet, instead of a flight, is one good way to cut costs. Several trains from multiple cities make daily trips to Lhasa, and booking a “hard sleeper” ticket, instead of a higher quality soft sleeper, can help cut the cost of that ticket alone.

Booking a group tour is also a great way to split costs, so by being on Stride you are already headed in the right direction. When looking at your tour options, you can also reduce costs by choosing lower-end housing options. Compare tours with budget or basic level accomodation.  

One area that we encourage you not to cut costs in, however, is your food. It may be tempting to skip having full meals or complex, protein-rich dishes, but the environmental conditions in Tibet mean that you are you going to keep up your strength.

Luxury Tibet Tours

Luxury Tibet Tours usually focus on cultural, historical, and culinary aspects of Tibet rather than trekking. While seeing stunning mountain views and isolated Tibetan villages may still be a part of your tour, it is hard to make camping on an extended hike in freezing weather luxurious, and so you can expect this part of the Tibetan experience to be skipped over on your 5-star tour.

Many luxury tours of Tibet are based in Lhasa, the autonomous region/country’s capital (depending on your political views). In Lhasa, there are many incredible restaurants and five star accommodation options.

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