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Here, we show you some practical travel tips to help you plan better before you go and deal with emergencies or unpredictable situations on your trip. If you choose us, we will do our best to provide you with first-class service and sincere travel tips and suggestions.

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Tibet is a special destination so there're many travel restrictions in Tibet. And foreign tourists should obtain Tibet travel permits before visiting Tibet.

Tibet Travel Restrictions You Should Know

Catherine
Catherine
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Most Tibet Buddhist Holidays are related to Buddhism
As a sacred region with flourishing Buddhism, most Tibetan holidays are related to Buddhism. Check Tibet Buddhist holidays that may interest you.

Major Buddhist Holidays & Festivals of Tibetan Buddhism

Meo
Travel Advisor
Lhabab Duchen
Buddha's Descent Day is called Lhabab Duchen in Tibetan. Tibetan Buddhism believes that September 22nd is the day when Sakyamuni returns to the world.

Lhabab Duchen

Catherine
Catherine
Travel Advisor
Damgxung Horse Racing Festival
Introduction about the Horse Racing Festival in Damgxung, including venue, activities, and opening time to help travelers understand Tibetan culture.

Damgxung Horse Racing Festival

Caroline
Caroline
Travel Advisor
Nagqu Horse Racing Festival is the greatest annual event in northern Tibet
Nagqu Horse Racing Festival is the greatest event in northern Tibet to enjoy an attire feast, delicious Tibetan food, as well as singing and dancing.

Nagqu Horse Racing Festival

Eric
Eric
Travel Advisor
Gyantse Horse Racing Festival is held in April of the Tibetan Calendar. It is the most distinctive folk custom activity in Tibet.

Gyantse Horse Racing Festival

Eric
Eric
Travel Advisor
Butter Lamp Festival
Butter Lamp Festival falls on the 15th of the first month of the Tibetan Calendar. It’s a tradition that commemorates all of Buddha’s miracles.

Butter Lamp Festival

nance
Nance
Travel Advisor
Tibetan Shoton Festival
The Shoton (Sho Dun) Festival is one of the most popular festivals in Tibet. “sho” means yogurt, and “ton” means banquet. It's a feast of eating yogurt.

Tibetan Shoton Festival

Caroline
Caroline
Travel Advisor
Saga Dawa Festival
Saga Dawa festival is celebrated in the 4th month of the Tibetan Calendar. It's significant for remembering the birthday, enlightenment, and death of Sakyamuni.

Saga Dawa Festival

beatrice
Beatrice
Travel Advisor
Tibetan New Year
Significant Tibetan festivals include Losar Festival, Saga Dawa Festival, Shoton Festival, etc. Joining a feast is a great way to experience Tibetan culture.

What are the Most Significant Tibetan Festivals?

Caroline
Caroline
Travel Advisor
Ganden Thangka Showing Festival 5
Ganden Thangka festival is a traditional feast that attracts thousands of pilgrims. It falls on July 29th, 2026.

Ganden Thangka Festival

Eric
Eric
Travel Advisor
The entrance of Potala Palace
Potala Palace is Tibet's cardinal landmark and the highest ancient palace in the world. It's listed as a World Cultural Heritage site and a 5A tourism spot.

Potala Palace

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Atsara
Experience Paro Tshechu in Bhutan: sacred mask dances, Thongdrel unveiling, vibrant culture, and springtime festivities in the Himalayan valley.

Paro Tshechu — Bhutan’s Soulful Festival Celebration

Amy
Amy
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Mount Kailash is an important pilgrimage destination for Hinduists.
From India to Tibet is relatively easy now. You can fly or travel overland from India to Kathmandu, then take a flight or a land trip to Tibet.

Travel to Tibet from India

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Rinphung Dzong
The list of places of interest in Bhutan due to the conventional tourist routes includes Tiger's Nest, Punakha Dzong, etc. All're worth visiting attractions.

Top 20 Tourist Places to Visit in Bhutan

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There are more than 20 flights from Chengdu to Lhasa, with a full price of USD305 for the economic class. Check schedules, ticket fares, and more.

Chengdu to Lhasa Flight

Liffity
Liffity
Travel Advisor
Discover Sichuan's weather, climate, and top attractions by season. Visiting in spring and autumn is recommended for mild weather.

Sichuan Weather: Best Time to Visit Sichuan

Jennie
Jennie
Travel Advisor
China visa
A China Visa is required if you are entering China. How do you smoothly apply for a Chinese Visa in your country? Check the details and find the answers.

China Visa

Eric
Eric
Travel Advisor
Nyingchi Peach trees bloom from March.
What's the best time to visit Tibet? It depends on what you want to see and do. Generally speaking, May to October is the best time to travel to Tibet.

Best Time to Visit Tibet

nance
Nance
Travel Advisor
Making Beijing as the 1st destination before flying to Tibet is a popular choice.
Flying to Lhasa from Beijing is convenient since there are several two flights available every day. Check the last schedules, prices, travel advice, etc.

Beijing to Lhasa Flight

Liffity
Liffity
Travel Advisor

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