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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.

Lhasa Railway Station
Lhasa to Shigatse train is an extension of the Qinghai-Tibet railway. It takes about 2.5 hours for 253 kilometers and provides beautiful natural views.

Lhasa to Shigatse Train

nance
Nance
Travel Advisor
Lhasa to Nyingchi train guide with route overview, schedules, ticket prices, travel time, and scenic highlights along Tibet's most beautiful railway.

Lhasa to Nyingchi Train

Julie
Julie
Travel Advisor
Street Scene
For first-time visitors, this guide to Sichuan covers the best time to go, must-see sights like Jiuzhaigou and pandas, local food, transport, and travel tips.

How to Plan a Trip to Sichuan?

beatrice
Beatrice
Travel Advisor
2026 Mount Kailash pilgrimage is the most auspicious Year of the Horse. Check tips for Kora, permits, accommodation, and expert guidance, etc.

2026 Mount Kailash Pilgrimage

beatrice
Beatrice
Travel Advisor
Entrance
Wenshu Monastery was built during the Sui Dynasty and is a famous Buddhist temple known for its best-preserved cultural relics and other treasures.

Wenshu Monastery

Guest Blogger
Guangzhou to Lhasa Train Z264 takes 53 hours and 28 minutes and covers a distance of 4,980 km. The train journey is definitely worth taking your time.

Guangzhou to Lhasa Train

Caroline
Caroline
Travel Advisor
The world's highest railway station is on the Qinghai Tibet Railway.
Lhasa to Xining train passes through Nagqu, Amdo, Golmud, and finally to Xining. You can check the train schedule and the scenery along the way.

Lhasa to Xining Train

Guest Blogger
Lanzhou to Lhasa train takes around 23 hours and covers a distance of 2,188 km. There are 4 to 5 trains heading to Tibet each day from Lanzhou.

Lanzhou to Lhasa Train

Guest Blogger
Plateau scenery
Chongqing to Lhasa train Z223 departs every other day. The whole distance is about 3,269 kilometers and it takes about 33 hours and 48 minutes.

Chongqing to Lhasa Train

Liffity
Liffity
Travel Advisor
Lhasa to Chengdu train
Chengdu to Lhasa train Z322 takes about 34hr 30min and departs every other day. Although it's a long journey, the charming scenery makes your time worth it.

Chengdu to Lhasa Train

Zoe
Zoe
Travel Advisor
Shanghai to Lhasa train map
Shanghai to Lhasa train (Z164) takes around 44 hours and 57 minutes. It's regarded as the most beautiful train route to Tibet.

Shanghai to Lhasa Train

Mark
Travel Advisor
Beijing to Lhasa train
Beijing to Lhasa train (Z21) departs daily at 19:22 and arrives at 11:42 on the third day. It covers 3,757 kilometers and takes 40 hours and 20 minutes.

Beijing to Lhasa Train

nance
Nance
Travel Advisor
Xining to Lhasa Train
Xining to Lhasa train is the shortest train journey to Tibet, covering 1,972 km and taking 21 hrs. You can view the amazing scenery of the Qinghai-Tibet Railway.

Xining to Lhasa Train

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Experience sacred Mount Kailash tours from Nepal. Explore overland, flight, or heli routes. Get costs, permits, packing tips & plan your transformative pilgrimage.

Plan Your Kailash Manasarovar Tour from Nepal

Merry
Merry
Travel Advisor
Planning your Kailash Mansarovar Yatra from the USA? See route tips, visa info, costs & high-altitude prep for a smooth spiritual journey.

Plan Your Kailash Mansarovar Yatra from USA

Eric
Eric
Travel Advisor
Kagyu, a major Tibetan Buddhist school, emphasizes oral transmission & meditation. Its rich lineage & teachings continue to thrive across Tibet & beyond.

The Kagyu School of Tibetan Buddhism

Emily
Emily
Travel Advisor
Dolma La is a mountain pass that must be passed during Mt.Kailash Kora. It features stunning views, challenging trails, and deep spiritual meaning.

Dolma La Pass

Jennie
Jennie
Travel Advisor
O.R Tambo International Airport
Traveling from South Africa to Tibet offers an unforgettable adventure, with applicable flight routes, necessary permits, and the chance to explore Tibet’s rich culture and landscapes.

Travel to Tibet from South Africa

Merry
Merry
Travel Advisor
Brussels Airport
Explore flight options from Belgium to Tibet via China or Kathmandu, with tips on travel routes and required permits.

Travel to Tibet from Belgium

Merry
Merry
Travel Advisor
Traveling from Poland to Tibet is an exciting journey filled with stunning landscapes, cultural experiences, and essential visa and permit requirements to consider.

Travel to Tibet from Poland

Jennie
Jennie
Travel Advisor

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