Tibet Travel Tips
![Sadhguru and a group of worshippers at Mt.Kailash](https://v.greattibettour.com/photos/2021/12/mount-kailash-29-63902.jpg)
For travelers from New Delhi, there're two easiest ways to go to Kailash Mansarovar. The most popular way is to travel overland via Kathmandu.
How to Go to Kailash Mansarovar from Delhi?
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Catherine
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![Jokhang Temple](https://v.greattibettour.com/photos/202006/jokhang-temple-48793.jpg)
Tibetan Monasteries and Temples can be seen everywhere in Tibet. It's no exaggeration to say that Tibetan Buddhism is the foundation of Tibetan culture.
Most Famous Tibetan Monasteries and Temples
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![A Tibetan granny during Tibetan New Year.](https://v.greattibettour.com/photos/2024/07/tibeten-etiquette-and-taboos-18-65829.webp)
Better to know some etiquette and taboos of Tibet customs and traditions when you visit Tibet, to ensure you do not offend anyone by mistake.
Etiquette and Taboos in Tibet
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Nance
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![Tibet and Nepal](https://v.greattibettour.com/photos/202001/tibet-and-nepal-35172.jpg)
Both Tibet and Nepal are situated high up in the Himalayas. Tibet is on the northern side of the Himalayas, while Nepal is on the southern side.
Tibet and Nepal
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Eric
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![Far view of the Himalayans at Gawula Pass](https://v.greattibettour.com/photos/2024/05/himalayan-mountains-31-69547.webp)
The Himalayas are located in Tibet, Pakistan, India, Nepal, and Bhutan. 9 out of the top 10 peaks in the world are in the Himalayan mountain range.
Himalayan Mountains
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![Kailash parvat](https://v.greattibettour.com/photos/2021/02/kailash-parvat--25-84935.jpg)
Kailash Mansarovar is a pilgrimage site nestled in the Himalayas in Tibet. Over the years, Yatris across the world come to witness its mystical beauty.
Kailash Mansarovar Yatra: Once in A Lifetime Experience
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Catherine
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![Visit Tibet](https://v.greattibettour.com/photos/202007/visit-tibet-56298.jpg)
A visit to Tibet can be an amazing experience with proper planning. Here is a list for you about how to travel to Tibet.
How to Visit Tibet?
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![How to plan a trip to Tibet?](https://v.greattibettour.com/photos/202002/how-to-plan-a-trip-to-tibet--43927.jpg)
A trip to Tibet is not as tough as you thought. It has a unique landscape, mysterious Tibetan Buddhism, and many other fantastic things for you to explore.
How to Plan a Trip to Tibet?
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Eric
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![Nyingchi Peach trees bloom from March.](https://v.greattibettour.com/photos/201910/best-time-to-visit-tibet-90637.jpg)
What's the best time to visit Tibet? It depends on what you want to see and do. Generally speaking, April to October is the best time to travel to Tibet.
Best Time to Visit Tibet
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![traveling from the U.S. to Tibet become easier than it once was](https://v.greattibettour.com/photos/20180322/statue-of-liberty--95740.jpg)
As a U.S.citizen, you can definitely travel to Tibet. There are two ways for Americans to get to Tibet, from mainland China or from Kathmandu.
Can Americans Travel to Tibet?
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Eric
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![tibet travel](https://v.greattibettour.com/photos/2021/01/tibet-travel-18-79285.jpg)
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
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![Tibet shopping](https://v.greattibettour.com/photos/20170802/tibet-shopping-39195.jpg)
Where to shop for the best souvenirs in Lhasa? Here is the list of travel commodities that are worth buying in Tibet, as well as the places to shop in Lhasa.
Shopping in Tibet
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Eric
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![Mount Kailash is an important pilgrimage destination for Hinduists.](https://v.greattibettour.com/photos/2020/11/mount-kailash-05-48236.jpg)
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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![Malaysian travelers to Tibet](https://v.greattibettour.com/photos/2024/04/malaysian-travelers-09-60841.webp)
Malaysian travelers who want to visit Tibet must be on an organized tour. You can choose to get to Tibet via mainland China or via Kathmandu, Nepal.
How to Travel to Tibet from Malaysia?
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![New Swan Stone Castle](https://v.greattibettour.com/photos/2024/06/german-castle-05-85971.webp)
German travelers can travel to Tibet from Frankfurt to Beijing, Chengdu, etc., and then get to Tibet by flight or train. Or travel to Tibet via Kathmandu.
How to Travel to Tibet from Deutschland?
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![On the way to EBC](https://v.greattibettour.com/photos/2024/05/on-the-way-to-ebc-21-80913.webp)
To Everest Base Camp in Nepal, you can fly to Lukla then trek there. To EBC in Tibet, you can fly to Lhasa then drive there or travel overland from Kathmandu.
Travel From Kathmandu to Everest Base Camp
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![](https://v.greattibettour.com/photos/2020/12/mount-lhotse-07-15842.jpg)
Mount Lhotse is located on the border of Tibet and Nepal, at 8,516m. Lhotse means the "south peak" in Tibetan because it is 3 km south of Mount Everest.
Mount Lhotse
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Eric
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![Barkhor Street](https://v.greattibettour.com/photos/2021/02/barkhor-street-03-51278.jpg)
Check the list of the best winter travel destinations in Tibet. The temperature there is not cold for intensive sunlight and the cost is much lower.
Why Visit Tibet in Winter?
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Eric
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![From this map, we can know that Tibet is the second largest region of China.](https://v.greattibettour.com/photos/20180725/tibet-map-00779.jpg)
Tibet maps show the location of Tibet on a world, Asia, and China map. You also can find Tibetan Plateau terrain, travel routes, river resources, etc.
Where is Tibet?
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Eric
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![Nepal Bhutan Tibet Map](https://v.greattibettour.com/photos/2021/03/nepal-bhutan-tibet-map--24-80379.jpg)
Nepal, Bhutan and Tibet are distributed on the south and north sides of the Himalayas, sharing the beautiful scenery. Here're detailed travel maps.
Nepal Bhutan Tibet Travel Map
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