Tibet travel advice
Physical & mental preparation
“For newcomers, please never rush to visit any attractions immediately. Do allow ample time to get acclimatised to the high altitude on the plateau (spending at least two days in Lhasa is highly recommended). Dress properly, paying attention to the dramatic temperature change between day and night.”
Our Tibet Holidays
Tibet tour, Lhasa and Lake Namtso
Surrealistic beauty of Mount Everest and Namtso Lake
Lhasa to Mount Kailash tour, Tibet
3 days pilgrimage kora around Mount Kailash
Bejing to Lhasa tour, by train
Beijing to Lhasa on the famous sky train
Tibet cultural tours
Experience life styles of Tibetan people
Lhasa small group tour in Tibet
Visit World Heritage Sites in Lhasa City at short 4 days
Lhasa to Everest Base Camp tour, small group
Enjoy the panoramic view of fabulous Himalaya Mountain Range
Tibet and China cycling holiday
A Challenging cycle tour in China and the Tibetan Plateau.
Kathmandu to Lhasa overland tour
Overland trip from Kathmandu to Tibet with Mount Everest
Tibet culture tour & Everest base camp
Meet the people, heritage and stunning landscapes of Tibet.
Central Tibet tour
Explore Central Tibetan Culture, Monasteries and Holy Lakes
China, Tibet and Nepal tour
Journey across the Himalaya from the Great Wall to Everest
Tibet cultural tour
Enjoy fabulous Himalayan mountain scenery & temples
21 days Tibet 4WD in depth tour
Mt. Kailash Trekking and Guge Kingdom Ruin
In depth tour of Tibet
Monasteries, holy lakes and Tibet's western wilderness
Tibet Gama Valley trekking holiday in Tibet
One of the Top 10 classic trekking routes in the world
Tibet wildlife holiday, Tibet Plateau mammals
Explore the vast Tibetan Plateau in search of rare mammals
Tibet holiday by train from China
Experience the world’s highest scenic train to Tibet
Northern Tibet adventure tour, Qiangtang to Kailash
Amazing adventure in Northern and Western Tibet
Tibet overland explorer
Travel through the sensational landscapes of the Himalayas and Nepal
Nepal, Bhutan and Tibet Tour
A cultural extravaganza in landlocked South Asian countries
Tibet cycling holiday
Exploring Tibet by cycling, a trip of a lifetime
China to Tibet by train, Chengdu to Lhasa
Take photos with cute Giant Pandas and highest Mount Everest
Nepal, Tibet and Bhutan tour
Explore the Himalayan kingdoms of Nepal, Tibet & Bhutan
Lhasa and Namtso Lake tour in Tibet
Visit the cradle of Tibetan civilisation
Tibet pilgrimage trekking tour
Ganden to Samye Tibet trekking route
Mount Kailash trekking holiday in Tibet
Trek Mount Kailish in Tibet
Tibet 6 days sightseeing tour
Tibetan culture & highland scenery: Lhasa, Gyantse, Shigatse
Himalayan tours to Bhutan, Tibet and Nepal
Explore snow-capped Nepal, Tibetan temples and the Kingdom of Bhutan on this 16-day tour
Tibet birding tour
Explore rural Tibet on this specialist bird watching tour
Lhasa to Kathmandu overland tour
Overland trip including Tibet Everest Base Camp en route
“Clients will be travelling within high altitude (mostly above 3,500m) and they should consult their doctors on what to take in terms of medication. There’s almost no Western medication, especially related to AMS (acute mountain sickness) or other altitude related diseases, available in Tibet, so travellers should bring their own. Emergency services and hospitals are easily accessible in Lhasa and Shigatse, but not anywhere else, and no doctors speak English. Also, we travel in some remote areas in Tibet for long distances, so immediate medical help is not always available. Don’t worry too much about this as our tour leaders are trained in dealing with emergencies and we carry oxygen as well for emergency use.”
Food in Tibet
“Do enjoy the Tibetan noodles and sweet tea in one of numerous tea houses in Lhasa city. For foodies, dried Tibetan yak meat, Tsampa, Tibetan momo and barley wine are things you can’t afford to miss.”
“Tourism in Tibet is still in its infancy so the quality of restaurants will not be as high as in other parts of China. There are no 5 star dining experiences. Of course, Tibetan/Nepalese food is the main fare with yak and mutton being the most favored meats. Curries and stews are common. Chinese and Western food are easily found and the standard is fine. The Chinese food is a more Westernised variety, and the eating houses are usually clean even if they are basic in some areas.”
Clothing & equipment
“Tibet is very dry at altitude and can be windy and dusty at times, so a wind proof jacket and scarf will be very useful. The temperature changes drastically during a day – the locals say ‘four seasons in a day’ – so layered clothes will come in handy when the temperature changes. Sunglasses, sun screen, and moisturiser will be your good friends too, especially moisturiser as Tibet can be very dry. Take your own water bottle for making tea or coffee as almost all hotels have a water boiler.”
Travelling in Tibet with kids
Keshav Karki, from our Tibet travel partner Manakamana, has the following advice for family holidays in Tibet:“The climate and generally harsh conditions in Tibet may not be ideal for young children. The sights and attractions are not those which children like to visit and facilities will be very primitive. If you do decide to bring your young child to Tibet please ensure that you bring all your child's daily needs with you.”
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Our top Tibet Holiday
Tibet tour, Lhasa and Lake Namtso
Surrealistic beauty of Mount Everest and Namtso Lake
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2022: 1 Apr
Tips from our travellers in Tibet
We have selected some of the most useful Tibet travel advice that our guests have provided over the years to help you make the very most of your holiday - and the space inside your suitcase.


“Familarise yourself with the Buddhist faith. In the colder months, a sleeping bag would be a very good idea as some of the rooms are unheated. Also, try the yak butter tea with an open mind - it's not that bad!” – Judith Grubb
“The first week in Lhasa is easy going and paced well to allow gradual acclimatisation. The second week is hard going and not for the faint hearted. Drink plenty of fluids, even in Lhasa, keep a sense of humour, and never forget how privileged you are to be visiting Tibet.” – Victoria Hart
“Do not let the thought of altitude effect you too much - it is normal to be short of breathe and experience a few little headaches etc. Listen to your own body and to your team leader.” – Sharon Oo


“It is important for westerners to see for themselves conditions inside Tibet and the impact of Chinese rule (some good, some bad, some very very bad). Whilst there visitors can also set an example of keeping the environment clean such as putting waste into bins instead of on the street.” – Victoria Hart
“Be absolutely aware of the restrictions the climate can have on travelling to Tibet during Winter… we thought we could have done some treks… but a lot of treks close down or require permits. I think we were under the impression that we could travel a bit more freely. It didn't affect our trip but that was our only frustration.” – Christina Berthram Poulsen
“Make sure you have plenty of small denomination bills with you. Ask your guide where to shop as a lot of the craft stalls and shops are chinese owned.” – Eleanor May Gilchrist
“Learn about the significance of Mt Kailash for the Hindu, Buddhist and Bon pilgrims you will be sharing your trek with. You are not going to have a quiet or solitary walk in beautiful mountains, you are going to be caught up in a devotional experience enjoyed by many fellow walkers… the overall experience is very rewarding.” – Neil Small