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Tibet Travel Guide

Aptly referred to as "The Roof of the World", Tibet is a beautiful and marvelous destination. It is always on many travelers' wishlists. Tibet features amazing and unforgettable tourist attractions including the majestic Mt. Everest, the sacred Mt. Kailash and captivating Lake Manasarovar, as well as the unique Tibetan Buddhism. Other must-see highlights of Tibet are the world-famous Potala Palace and the Jokhang Temple wherein you will find numerous devotees and pilgrims who are fervently chanting sutras and turning prayer wheels and more...

There are many things to consider before your trip to Tibet, such as the Chinese visa and entry permit you need, as well as transportation, weather, accommodation, and meals, making sure every aspect is well planned. So, read on for destination collections, and travel info for a comprehensive perspective on Tibet travel. 

Capital: Lhasa
Population: 3.65 million (2023)
Area: 1.3 million sq. km (around one-eighth of China's total area)
Elevation: with an average elevation of more than 4000 meters.

For your reference: Top Travel Destinations | Most Popular Tibet Tours | Tibet Travel Tips | Top Things to Do | Tibet Travel Info

Top Travel Destinations

Use our map to explore the regions of Tibet and discover the destinations you wish to visit.

Most Popular Tibet Tours

All of the itineraries on our site can be customized further to fit your needs. Below are our best sellers. Over 3,000 customers last year have helped select the most popular tours. Take a look and contact us. We are here to make your trip easier and more fun. Our consultancy is free.

Group tours with Mt.Everest in the background

From USD930

Lhasa to Everest Base Camp Group Tour

8 Days | Season Spring Summer Autumn Winter

Visit major tourist spots in Tibet, followed by holy lakes, glaciers and majestic snowy mountains on the way to EBC.

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With Mt.Kailash in the background

From USD2080

Mt.Everest & Mt.Kailash Kora Pilgrimage Group Tour

15 Days | Season Spring Summer Autumn

Explore Tibetan culture more deeply. It's a challenge as it's a pilgrimage tour to the holy Mt. Kailash and Everest.

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Potala Palace

From USD510

Lhasa City Essential Group Tour

4 Days | Season Spring Summer Autumn Winter

This essential trip is usually chosen by first-time visitors and it includes the most spectacular sites in Lhasa.

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Tibet Travel Tips

Here we have classified practical travel tips into sections to help you with every stage of your Tibet journey, from research to planning, from packing to traveling smoothly and safely, from food to sights, and from start to finish, you can find useful tips of your type.

Top Things to Do in Tibet

For the top tourist destinations in Tibet, we have made themed pages to give you the insights needed to decide what you would like to do in Tibet. Each of the attractions has its distinct charm, one of which will definitely impress you and stay in your memory forever.

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Tibet Travel Info