Tibet Travel and Destination Guide

Tibet Travel and Destination Guide
Highlights
  • Gyantse
  • Lhasa
  • Rombuk
  • Shigastse
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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.


Travel Guide for Tibet.

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15 days | From $ 2379 USD Tibet Adventure (ACTA)

Asia > Tibet

Highlights

Beijing, Forbidden City, Great Wall, Trans-Tibetan Railway, Lhasa, Potala Palace, ...

Next Departure: Sun, Oct. 31, 2010
Trip Style: Classic
Service Level: Standard
Physical Grading: 4
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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 $ 1999 USD High Road to Tibet (ANRT)

Asia > Tibet

Highlights

Kathmandu, Himalyan Mountain flight, Lhasa, Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple, Sakya ...

Next Departure: Sun, Apr. 10, 2011
Trip Style: Classic
Service Level: Standard
Physical Grading: 4
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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!

21 days | From $ 2999 USD Tibet Encompassed (ACKA)

Asia > Tibet

Highlights

Beijing, Forbidden City, Great Wall, Xi'an, Terracotta Warriors, Lhasa, Potala ...

Next Departure: Sun, Sep. 26, 2010
Trip Style: Classic
Service Level: Standard
Physical Grading: 4
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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.

15 days | From $ 2349 USD Yunnan and Tibet Adventure (ACRW)

Asia > China

Highlights

Kunming, Dali, Lijiang, Minority People, Zhongdian, Shangri-la, Lhasa, Potala Palace, ...

Next Departure: Sat, Oct. 9, 2010
Trip Style: Classic
Service Level: Standard
Physical Grading: 4
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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.

21 days | From N/A Kailash Saga Dawa Festival (ACSF)

Asia > Tibet

Highlights

Beijing, Forbidden City, Great Wall, Xi'an, Terracotta Warriors, Lhasa, Potala ...

Next Departure: N/A
Trip Style: Limited Edition
Service Level: Standard
Physical Grading: 4
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Experience an incredible overland journey across the roof of the world to Asia's most sacred mountain, Kailash, with a side trip to the legendary Everest Base Camp before descending to Kathmandu. Amble through colourful bazaars, see Mt Everest from many different perspectives, and circumnavigate Mt Kailash, which is said to bring good luck to whomever completes the circuit.

7 days | From $ 2639 USD Classic Tibet (TACCTN)

Asia > Tibet

Highlights

Beijing, Lhasa, Gyantse, Yamdrok Lake, Shigatse

Next Departure: Mon, Sep. 13, 2010
Trip Style: Independent
Service Level: Standard
Physical Grading: 2
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Explore the Tibetan heartland on this truly memorable journey. Spend some time taking in the sights of the historic capital of Lhasa. Gaze up at the Potala Palace, an architectural wonder, and discover Buddhist culture and traditions that have remained largely unchanged by the passage of time. Look for the magnificent Kumbum of Gyantse and ornate reliquary stupas at Tashilumpo. Marvel at the spectacular scenery of 5000m passes, turquoise lakes, snow capped mountains and the mighty Brahmaputra River on the way to Gyantse and the Monastic complexes in Shigatse for a very special insight into the treasures of Tibet.