Free Tibet Attraction for Winter Tibet Tour

Good news! If you plan to have a Tibet trip in the winter of 2024, you're lucky! To promote winter tourism in Tibet, Tibet Autonomous Region announced that travelers in Tibet could enjoy preferential policies from October 15, 2024, to March 15th, 2025. A great number of Tibetan Attractions are free of charge, including state-owned attractions with grade sites above AAA (Tibetan temples and monasteries are excepted).

The big names in Tibet, such as the Potala Palace, Everest Base Camp, Namtso Lake, etc., are all free to visit. For example, the Potala Palace is not only famous for its splendor but also for the difficulty of getting a ticket. However, during these five months, every traveler can have a close encounter with its beauty free of charge. Therefore, having a tour in Tibet this winter will save hundreds of dollars.

If you are interested in realizing your Tibet dream at the lowest cost, the winter Tibet tour is your choice. Not only for the entrance tickets but also all the related prices, such as flight, train tickets, accommodation, tour guide fee, transportation, etc. would be much cheaper than usual. As a local travel agency, we offer numerous tour packages that can meet your needs as well as your budget. What's more, you can also customize your private tour and have a unique experience in this holy land.

Free Scenic Sites

Here is the list of free scenic spots in Tibet from Oct 15, 2024, to March 15, 2025:

• Lhasa Region: Potala Palace, Norbulingka park, Tibet Museum, Tibetan Yak Museum...
• Shigatse Region: Karola Glacier, Everest National Nature Reserve, Sakya Ancient City, Pala Manor...
• Ngari Region: Kailash(not open in winter), Manasarovar(not open in winter), Pangong Lake, Zhari Namco, Piyang Dongga, Khyung lung Dngul mkhar...
• Nyingchi Region: Pagsum Lake, Yarlung Tsangpo Grand Canyon, Lulang Forest, Nanyi Valley, Midui Glacier...
• Nagqu Region: Namtso Lake, Tangra Yumco, Siling Lake...
• Shannan Region: Yamdrok Lake, Lagari Palace, Lebugou...

Top Scenic Spots

Visiting Tibet in the winter offers a serene experience, with fewer crowds and breathtaking landscapes blanketed in snow.

Potala Palace

The magnificent Potala Palace, with nine stories and a thousand rooms, is built by King Songtsen Gampo for his bride from the Tang Dynasty. In winter, the crowds thin out, giving you an intimate experience with these spiritual landmarks. The thin air and snow-capped mountains surrounding the city enhance its mystique. You can explore numerous invaluable treasures and artworks free of charge in this magnificent red and white structure.

Jokhang Temple

Jokhang Temple is recognized as the most important temple in Tibetan Buddhism. This elegant architecture was built in 652 by King Songtsen Gampo. Being founded for his two brides, the Princess of the Tang Dynasty and the Princess of Nepal, the temple has a mixed style of Chinese, Tibetan, and Nepalese design. Pilgrims all over Tibet come to Jokhang Temple to do kora around it and worship in front of it. In winter, you will see fewer tourists and more devout Tibetan pilgrims.

Sera Monastery

Sera Monastery, whose name means “Wild Roses Monastery” in Tibetan, is 6 kilometers north of Jokhang Monastery. Every afternoon, from Monday to Saturday, monks in traditional red robes will debate Buddhism in the courtyard. You can’t miss this famous debate. Besides the debate, Sera Monastery is also renowned as the most beautiful Buddhist monastery to be built and houses delicate mandalas and murals of Buddha.

Namtso Lake

Known as the "Heavenly Lake," Namtso is one of the highest saltwater lakes in the world. In winter, its waters partially freeze in blue, creating a striking contrast with the surrounding snow-covered peaks. It's a magical, tranquil place to witness Tibet's natural beauty. Sometimes, heavy snow may block the road so you'd better check the weather first before going to Namtso in winter.

Yamdrok Lake

One of Tibet's three sacred lakes, Yamdrok Lake's turquoise waters remain vivid against the winter snow. The drive to the lake offers panoramic views of snow-capped mountains and pastoral scenes of yaks grazing in the valleys. In front of this turquoise lake, you can free your body and your spirit from noise. In particular, you can drive along the lake shore to feel its pure and turquoise water, which is amazing. And of course, it's free of charge.

Everest Base Camp

While the base camp remains accessible year-round, winter brings crystal-clear skies, offering some of the best views of Mount Everest. The landscape is pristine, and the air is crisp, making it perfect for photography or just soaking in the majesty of the world's highest peak. In winter, Mt. Everest National Nature Reserve is also free to travelers from all over the world. In addition, you can have a great view of stunning scenery along the road. We also offer comfortable vehicles. If the weather is good, you might have a chance to enjoy a starry night at the Base Camp and be shocked by the marvelous view of the sunset of the golden Everest Peak.

Mount Kailash and Lake Manaarovar

To have a spiritual tour in Tibet, the holy Mount Kailash and holy Lake Manasarovar are the best destinations but both attractions will close after October. Mount Kailash is recognized as the residence of Shiva, the Supreme Being in Hinduism, which is famous as the center of the world in Buddhism. Pilgrims from all over the world come to this mountain and do kora around it, making it one of the most important pilgrimages in Asia. Fed by the Kailash Glaciers, Lake Manasarovar is the highest freshwater lake as well as the holiest lake in the world. In Hinduism, the lake was created by the Lord Brahma in his mind. You can do kora with pilgrims, admire the marvelous scenery of the lake, and refresh your spirit.

Conclusion

According to the policy of winter Tibet Trip, you can not only have the opportunity to explore Tibet's most iconic attractions at a fraction of the usual cost, but also enjoy the breathtaking landscapes and fewer crowds. Besides, you can have additional discounts on flights, accommodations, and tours. Winter 2024-2025 is the perfect time to embark on your dream tour to Tibet.