Upcoming Event
04 Jun 2012 - 05 Jun 2012
On this festival, almost everyone in Lhasa will do the kora at the old town streets.
Greet Mt. Everest every morning in Tibet!
What a place! Full of mystery and grandeur, Tibet, with its majestic Buddhist temples, unique spiritual legacy and amazing mountain abode leaves an enduring image in the minds of all visitors. Start by booking your Tibet package tour, you will see that this vast land to the north of the Himalayas is one of the most picturesque places you will ever see. Snow-capped mountains can been viewed from Tibet hotels (Mt. Everest lies on the border with Nepal), crystal-clear lakes and rivers, blue skies, fluttering prayer flags, saffron orange robed monks, big hairy yaks and a smiling friendly people are some of the lasting images of a Tibet travel tour.
Often called the ‘Roof of the World’, Tibet spans the world’s highest plateau and boasts an average altitude of 4000 m.
The weather in Tibet is not as difficult as some may think. Dry conditions prevail for most part of the year and in spite of the epithet ‘Land of Snows’, it snows only a very few times a year in Tibet which makes for nice conditions for tours of Tibet. Sunny days and clear skies are the norm making it ideal for trekking, hiking and other outdoor Tibet adventure tours on offer. Altitude sickness is a problem that many visitors encounter here, so do remember to get acclimatised to the conditions before venturing into higher grounds. One way to do this, is to spend some time in or around your hotel in Tibet.
Tibet’s remoteness and isolation, the latter at one time zealously guarded by the Tibetans themselves and then imposed by the Chinese authorities, have added to the curiosity and interest in this enigmatic land. It was only during the 1980s that Tibet was finally thrown open to the outside world. Even though there are many restrictions on travel and foreigners need permits, there are so many things to see and do in Tibet. None of the restrictions or red-tape have stopped thousands of visitors from making a beeline for this holy land. The numerous Buddhist monasteries and religious places attract pilgrims from around the world as do the stunning Mt. Kailash and Lake Manasarovar in western Tibet which Buddhists and Hindus consider sacred.
An autonomous region of China, Tibet is now going through a phase of modernisation and transition. Transport in Tibet and infrastructure has improved tremendously. Lhasa, the capital, in particular, has excellent connectivity; a train chugs in to Lhasa, up the hills from Qinghai − the world’s highest rail line! Tourism is actively promoted and you now find longer queues in front of Lhasa’s iconic Potala Palace and Jokhang Temple as well as other attractions throughout Tibet that you can visit on your Tibetan tour. However, the influx of the Chinese is fast changing the face of Tibet and many feel that it is in danger of losing the very character that makes it such an irresistible place.
On the bright side, Tibetans continue on their quest for spiritual enlightenment in a simple, dignified manner that is eye opening and inspiring. A Tibetan sojourn is sure to have a profound influence on the lives of most visitors.
Tibet is an incredible place that could have a profound affect on your life. Why not continue onward and visit neighbouring destinations around Tibet, such as Kathmandu and Pokhara in Nepal, Sikkim and Darjeeling in India, and the Kingdom of Bhutan.
Tours & Activities
Duration: 8 day(s)
Tibet Classic Himalayan Mt. Everest Tour
From: USD 1,217.50 / person(assuming 2 travellers)
Lhasa-Gyantse-Shigatse-Mt. Everest Base Camp-Lhasa
Many tourists remark this dream trip as an once-in-a-lifetime journey. It brings you so closely to the highest mountain in the world. Besides the cultural exploration in the middle Tibet, this Mt Everest tour is your opportunity to hike to the Mt. Everest Base Camp for the awesome views of this most famous mountain in the world.
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Tibet Himalayan Mt. Everest Tour to Kathmandu
From: USD 1,275 / person(assuming 2 travellers)
Lhasa-Gyantse-Shigatse-Mt. Everest Base Camp-Kathmandu
It is an overland tour from Lhasa to the Tibet-Nepal border with an adventure trip to the Mt. Everest Base Camp. With this journey, you’ll have the chance to enjoy the panoramic view of the Hiamayan range's northern and southern faces and an easy connection to your tours to Nepal and Bhutan.
[more info]Exploration of Lhasa
From: USD 464 / person(assuming 2 travellers)
Visiting all main cultural and historical sights in Lhasa, enjoying the leisure walk at the religious and shopping streets, meeting with a local Tibetan family, soaking in the mysterious and holy atmosphere and more..
[more info]Exploration of Lhasa and Its Surrounding Area
From: USD 593 / person(assuming 2 travellers)
This Lhasa tour includes all sites and activities of the Lhasa city tour as well as one of the famous monasteries in Lhasa surrounding area where you can enjoy the countryside view of the high plateau. It is a good option when you have very limited time and want to experience more in Tibetan culture and the beautiful scenery.
[more info]Holy City and Holy Lake Tour I
From: USD 622 / person(assuming 2 travellers)
Lhasa-Yamdrok Yumtso Lake-Lhasa
Standing at the mountain nearby, you’ll see the beautiful Yamdrok Yumtso Lake is just like a holy sapphire embraced by snow-capped mountains. The lake is the closest holy lake to Lhasa among the “Great Three Lakes” in Tibet. Extending the Lhasa exploration tour to this holy lake is an ideal option for tourists who want to enjoy more natural beauty of Tibet in limited travel time.
[more info]Holy City and Holy Lake Tour II
From: USD 785 / person(assuming 2 travellers)
Lhasa-Namtso Lake-Lhasa
Viewing the vast crystal-clear blue water of Namtso Lake under the pure sky, you may feel your soul has been washed and cleaned. Namtso Lake is located at above 4700m and is the highest altitude saltwater lake in the world. Extending a one-day tour to Namtso Lake from Lhasa could be a challenge to many tourists.
[more info]Tibet Cultural Exploration II
From: USD 1,090 / person(assuming 2 travellers)
Lhasa-Shannan (Yarlung Valley)-Gyantse-Shigatse-Lhasa
With this in-depth cultural exploration tour in Tibet, you’ll visit all the main sights in Lhasa, the famous Samye Monastery in Yarlung Valley, the beautiful Yamdrok Yumtso Lake, the architectural wonders of Tibet – Kumbu Stupa at Pelkhor Monatery in Gyantse and the great Tashilumpo Monastery in Shigatse. You also have more chances to interact with local Tibetan people.
[more info]Tibet Trekking Tour from Gandan to Samye
Lhasa-Gandan Monastery-Samye Monastery-Tsedang
Trekking from the famous Gandan Monastery to the great Samye Monastery is the most popular trekking tour in Tibet. During the trip, you’ll enjoy the beautiful landscape of the high plateau with lakes, forests, meadows and valleys.
[more info]Tibet Trekking Tour to Mount Everest Base Camp
Lhasa-Yamdrok Yumtso Lake-Shigatse-Lao Tingri-Mt. Everest Base Camp
This trekking tour is among the world’s greatest trekking trips. It will lead you to the highest mountain on earth and offers the splendid view of many snow capped mountains of the Himalayan Range, including Mount Everest, Mount Cho Oyu, etc.
[more info]Tibet Mount Kailash Kora
Lhasa-Yamdrok Yumtso Lake-Shigatse-Lake Manasarovar-Mt. Kailash
Drive all the way to Western Tibet for the most sacred mountain and holy lake in Tibetan Buddhism – Mount Kailash and Lake Manasarovar, en route enjoying the breathtaking view of the vast land’s lakes and snow-capped mountains.
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Welcome to Tibet!
Greetings! This site is proudly owned and operated by Tibet Travel Professionals, represented by Liu Anbing and the rest of our team at the International Department of Lhasa ChangThang Yak Travel Service. We are here to guide you through the mystical region of Tibet and to discover its natural and cultural wonders. All of our English-speaking tour guides are local Tibetans who know their home very well. With a range of Tibet hotels and tours that follow the Tibetan traditions of quality service and style, we aim to provide you with the most authentic travel experience possible.
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