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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Ancient City of Lhasa
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4.9/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
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Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate

Visits

Chengdu, Kathmandu, Lhasa, Tibet

Highlights

  • Ride the world's highest train journey through the Tibetan Plateau
  • Explore ancient Lhasa, one of the highest cities in the world
  • Experience the majesty of the Potala Palace
  • Journey to surrounding sites like Samye, Tibet's first monastery
  • Gain an insight into the contrasts of modern and traditional Tibet
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Themes

Eco, Sustainable & Green Travel

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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17 Day Amazing China with Tibet
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3.7/5 Great
100+ reviews
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Beijing, Chengdu, Chongqing, Lhasa, Shanghai, Three Gorges, Tibet, Xian, Yangtze River

Highlights

  • Small groups of maximum 22 travelers guaranteed Flights Los Angeles-Beijing, Shanghai-Los Angeles Other departure cities available. Click on date of departure for selection and prices Airline taxes & fuel surcharges All intra-flights: Beijing-Xian, Chengdu-Lhasa, Lhasa-Chongqing & Yichang-Shanghai 15 nights First Class accommodations

Themes

50 plus, Cultural

What travelers are saying

"We have loved Gate 1 and always sing their praises. We've been on 7 tours with another one booked for fall. We were supposed to leave for Ecuador this week, however the country is in a 60 day state of emergency with the escape of 2 infamous gang members. Tourists are advised to stay indoors and there is a daily curfew from 11pm-5am. (our flight was to land at 11:15pm). Our trip included stays in 2 of the main cities of unrest. There have been shootings, car bombings, hostage taking, closing of embassies, and other countries issuing do not travel warnings. Other tour companies have cancelled tours or offered refunds or rescheduling. Travel insurance does not cover wars or civil unrest, but we are clearly afraid to go there. Both we and our travel agent have reached out multiple times with our concerns and asked if we could reschedule or get some sort of credit. We continue to get the same reply either in person or via email...Gate 1 has your safety as our highest priority and we feel you are safe ("they are not targeting tourists") and your itinerary should not be impacted. What? Their highest priority is $ and not our safety. There is no way that's the tour we anticipated. We cancelled the trip and took a 90% penalty, loss of deposit, and $276 airline penalty. It's a LOT of money, but we would have been terrified, and it's not worth getting hurt or worse. Sorry, but it's not the company I want to do business with in the future."

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12 Day Classic Nepal
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3.7/5 Great
100+ reviews
Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Bhaktapur, Himalayas, Kathmandu, Pokhara, Tibet

Highlights

  • In ancient Patan, "City of Fine Arts", tour the square filled with Hindu Temples and Buddhist monuments Visit Durbar Square, the ancient palace of Hanuman Dhoka and the Temple of Kumari in Kathmandu Marvel at the Buddhist Stupa of Swayambhunath, designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site Overnight at a jungle resort in Chitwan National Park, adjacent to the Indian Tiger Reserve Explore the International Mountain Museum with its exhibits focused on technique, equipment, and materials for hiking Tour the Pokhara Valley with its natural wonders including cascading Devi's Falls Spiritual journey to the World Heritage Site of Pashupatinath, a world-famous Hindu shrine Visit the Boudhanath Stupa, set in the octagonal Mandala design Travel to medieval Bhaktapur, known as the "City of Devotees," dating back to the 13th century Explore the village of Nagarkot and interact with the local people †Transfers are available for purchase for land only or on alternative flight dates

Themes

50 plus, Cultural

What travelers are saying

"We have loved Gate 1 and always sing their praises. We've been on 7 tours with another one booked for fall. We were supposed to leave for Ecuador this week, however the country is in a 60 day state of emergency with the escape of 2 infamous gang members. Tourists are advised to stay indoors and there is a daily curfew from 11pm-5am. (our flight was to land at 11:15pm). Our trip included stays in 2 of the main cities of unrest. There have been shootings, car bombings, hostage taking, closing of embassies, and other countries issuing do not travel warnings. Other tour companies have cancelled tours or offered refunds or rescheduling. Travel insurance does not cover wars or civil unrest, but we are clearly afraid to go there. Both we and our travel agent have reached out multiple times with our concerns and asked if we could reschedule or get some sort of credit. We continue to get the same reply either in person or via email...Gate 1 has your safety as our highest priority and we feel you are safe ("they are not targeting tourists") and your itinerary should not be impacted. What? Their highest priority is $ and not our safety. There is no way that's the tour we anticipated. We cancelled the trip and took a 90% penalty, loss of deposit, and $276 airline penalty. It's a LOT of money, but we would have been terrified, and it's not worth getting hurt or worse. Sorry, but it's not the company I want to do business with in the future."

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Cultural Highlights and Himalayan Foothills
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4.8/5 Excellent
16 reviews
Group Tour
Lodging level
Luxury - 5 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Bagan, Lake Inle, Mandalay, Yangon

Highlights

  • Shop at a rare and exotic floating fifth day market on Inle Lake
  • Visit with villagers in the traditional villages of the Putao region
  • Raft down the lower Malikha River and see the pristine white river beaches from a new perspective
  • Marvel at some of the country’s most incredible, ancient pagodas and temples, including one containing the world’s largest book

Themes

Cultural

What travelers are saying

"Remote Lands created an extraordinary adventure for my daughter and me. Its team delivered the highest level of service and attention to the smallest of details. Our two weeks in Thailand were filled with an expansive array of cultural, culinary, shopping, athletic, environmental, and even spiritual experiences. Our trip was curated to meet a precise and demanding set of expectations; and Remote Lands surpassed those expectations in every way. In Bangkok, we visited amazing temples and were invited to participate in sacred ceremonial blessings, toured artist colonies, visited the flower district, learning about floral design and lunching with artisans, dined at the highest-end restaurants as well as out-of-the way places frequented by locals. In Chiang Mai, our visit to an elephant sanctuary was sublime, as were private culinary classes, complete with shopping at the local out-door market, and later hiking amidst glorious water falls. In Phuket, we enjoyed days of sailing, snorkeling, and windsurfing excursions, as well as much-needed pampering and spa services. At each venue, our luxury accomadations wowed. Equally, or perhaps even important to this dream experience, were the Remote Lands our personal expert guides, all so convivial and congenial; they provided in-depth cultural and historical perspective, as well as VIP access at every turn. I could not recommend Remote Lands more highly."

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Lhasa to Kathmandu Overland Tour via Everest Base Camp
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4.9/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Everest Base Camp, Kathmandu, Lhasa, Tibet

Highlights

  • Reach the base camp of the world’s highest mountain, Mt. Everest
  • Catch a glimpse of the marvelous Rongbuk Glacier
  • Savor the stunning views of Shishapangma and Cho Oyu Peaks
  • Explore the mystical Yamdrok Tso Lake
  • Cross the high passes such as Karo La, Khamba La, and Gyatso La
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Themes

Cultural, Nature & Wildlife

What travelers are saying

"Feels a bit double writing this review. On the one hand, it was a nice trip with good lodges and good food, on the other hand, the guide was not good (way too present, poor condition - we constantly had to wait) and - worst- they gave us very poor sleeping bags (too small, too cold and not breathable which made the sleeping bag damp/wet). We've indicated this several times to the organization, but little was done. What I liked is that the owner was open to our feedback. Also, the feedback is that they can do better to prevent the porter from carrying unnecessary kilos. Because of this, I give them the benefit of the doubt; 3 instead of 2 stars."

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Bhutan, Nepal and Tibet Tour
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4.9/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Full schedule

Visits

Chitwan National Park, Himalayas, Kathmandu, Lhasa, Punakha

Highlights

  • Experience scenic trans-Himalayan flights to the Himalayan countries
  • Sweat out in the steamy tropical jungles of Chitwan in Nepal
  • Explore the Buddhist monasteries and fortresses in Bhutan
  • Savor the sublime views of the Himalayan vistas

Themes

Cultural, Nature & Wildlife

What travelers are saying

"Feels a bit double writing this review. On the one hand, it was a nice trip with good lodges and good food, on the other hand, the guide was not good (way too present, poor condition - we constantly had to wait) and - worst- they gave us very poor sleeping bags (too small, too cold and not breathable which made the sleeping bag damp/wet). We've indicated this several times to the organization, but little was done. What I liked is that the owner was open to our feedback. Also, the feedback is that they can do better to prevent the porter from carrying unnecessary kilos. Because of this, I give them the benefit of the doubt; 3 instead of 2 stars."

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Everest Advanced Base Camp Trek from Tibet
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5/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Full schedule

Visits

Everest Base Camp, Kathmandu, Lhasa, Mount Everest, Potala Palace

Highlights

  • Trek to Everest Advanced Base Camp at 6,340 meters
  • Walk along the north face of Everest through the trails used by Everest summiteers
  • Visit Potala and Norbulingka palaces in Lhasa
  • Indulge in rich culture and history of Tibetans
  • Soak in the astounding views of the majestic mountains

Themes

Hiking & Walking, Trekking & Expeditions

What travelers are saying

"Feels a bit double writing this review. On the one hand, it was a nice trip with good lodges and good food, on the other hand, the guide was not good (way too present, poor condition - we constantly had to wait) and - worst- they gave us very poor sleeping bags (too small, too cold and not breathable which made the sleeping bag damp/wet). We've indicated this several times to the organization, but little was done. What I liked is that the owner was open to our feedback. Also, the feedback is that they can do better to prevent the porter from carrying unnecessary kilos. Because of this, I give them the benefit of the doubt; 3 instead of 2 stars."

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Tibet, Nepal and Bhutan Cultural Tour
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4.9/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Full schedule

Visits

Beijing, Bhaktapur, Kathmandu, Potala Palace, Punakha

Highlights

  • Explore Beijing
  • Visit the beautiful Potala and Norbulingka Palaces
  • Visit the Namtso Lake

Themes

Cultural, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife

What travelers are saying

"Feels a bit double writing this review. On the one hand, it was a nice trip with good lodges and good food, on the other hand, the guide was not good (way too present, poor condition - we constantly had to wait) and - worst- they gave us very poor sleeping bags (too small, too cold and not breathable which made the sleeping bag damp/wet). We've indicated this several times to the organization, but little was done. What I liked is that the owner was open to our feedback. Also, the feedback is that they can do better to prevent the porter from carrying unnecessary kilos. Because of this, I give them the benefit of the doubt; 3 instead of 2 stars."

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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

Annapurna Circuit

Fantastic trip. Great people, scenery, culture and views. Very well organised and was very well looked after by trip leader and whole exodus team. Visiting poon hil...

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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

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

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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