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Tibet

Unforgettable holidays in Tibet

Sometimes referred to as Land of Snows or the Roof of the World, this rugged and starkly beautiful land to the north of the Greater Himalaya Chain, remains one of the most hidden and untamed regions of the world - a place of vast and awe-inspiring landscapes, ancient traditions, mysterious peoples and timeless splendour. A Tibet holiday is synonymous with adventure travel, as it is one of the most captivating, least developed and most challenging destinations, with average altitudes exceeding 4000m. 

Despite recent developments, facilities, and levels of service here, particularly outside of the capital Lhasa, can be very basic. However, for those seeking luxury holidays in Tibet, we ensure your journey is a comfortable and enjoyable as possible. Whether you're exploring Tibet tours and adventures or combining your trip with Nepal, our Tibet tour packages are designed to provide an unforgettable experience. Through our bespoke travel design service we offer tailor made holidays in Tibet, designed just for you. Travelling in Tibet requires flexibility and a spirit of adventure, but the rewards are unparalleled. Let us help you embark on a holiday  in Tibet that will leave you with memories to last a lifetime.

Please consider this carefully before making any booking to visit Tibet.

All travel to and within Tibet, including the issue of travel permits and visas, is controlled by the Chinese Authorities and the rules for obtaining visas and travel permits changed in 2024. The trips we offer are based on entering Tibet either from Nepal (a very popular option) or from China. The current rules state that if entering from Nepal, travellers must spend at least 3 working days in Nepal prior to travelling onward to Tibet. This is to allow time for processing of visas and travel permits, which require a traveller's passport to be presented in person. During this time you can enjoy exploring Kathmandu or elsewhere in Nepal before travelling onwards to Tibet. It also means if you are coming to Nepal for a trek, tour or safari, a visit to Tibet is a great trip extension to consider adding on to your main trip.

Another option if you have more limited time, is to enter Tibet from China where your Tibet visa and travel permit will be processed more quickly, usually within 2 working days, after which you can then travel onwards to Tibet by flight or by train. The most common points of entry are from Chengdu or Beijing. We recommend Chengdu as there are more options for tours and sightseeing during the time you need to wait for your travel documents to be processed.

If travelling from Nepal to Tibet, visas will now only be issued for groups of 5 or more, not for solo travellers. Solo travellers or small groups will need to enter via China. If you are a small group less than 5 persons, there may be options to join with other travellers and we will do our best to facilitate this, for example through our fixed date small group tours. 

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