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(1) Classic Tibet Group Tours: Our expertly crafted itineraries take you to iconic destinations such as Lhasa, Mount Everest Base Camp, Yamdrok Lake, Namtso Lake, and Nyingchi. We offer 5 to 16-day itineraries that explore the nature and culture of Tibet.
(2) Sichuan-Tibet Group Tours: For an epic overland journey from Chengdu to Lhasa, join our Sichuan-Tibet Group Tour via the G318 route to experience breathtaking natural landscapes, or take the G317 route to explore both primitive cultural and natural sites.
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Join our popular Tibet Group Tours and explore Tibet’s classic destinations hassle-free! Our group packages cover everything - top attractions, comfortable stays, transportation, meals, and travel permits. With Tibet group tour options from 8 to 16 days at budget-friendly prices, find your perfect adventure today!
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At Asia Odyssey Travel, we don't "sell tours" - we offer unparalleled service to every traveler. With our local office based in Lhasa, we have a dedicated team of local English-speaking guides, experienced drivers, and regular tourist vehicles to provide you with the best service at every step of your journey.
Thirteen years ago, we started as a Tibet-based travel agency offering group tour packages to the Roof of the World. With our extensive experience, we’ve specialized in organizing tours to Lhasa, Shigatse, Mount Everest, Mount Kailash, Guge Kingdom, Yamdrok Lake, Namtso Lake, Nyingchi, and more. Our unparalleled expertise in the region promises a journey of a lifetime to some of the world's most awe-inspiring destinations.
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Tibet Group Tour FAQs - Plan Your Tibet Group Travel Worry-free
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1. Do I need to get a Tibet permit to visit Tibet? How long does it take to obtain?
All foreign travelers are required to obtain a Tibet Travel Permit to visit Tibet. The permit can only be applied for through a registered travel agency in Tibet (we are local based Tibet travel agency with office setting in Lhasa) and is required to purchase flight or train tickets to Tibet. The permit is necessary to enter Tibet and visit certain areas within the region, including Lhasa and Mount Everest Base Camp. Travelers should plan ahead and allow sufficient time for the permit application process, as it can take one to two weeks to obtain the necessary permits.
All foreign travelers are advised to make their bookings at least one week in advance and send the necessary documents to us for obtaining the permits. However, if you plan to visit Mount Kailash, it is recommended to book at least two weeks in advance, as it may take longer to obtain the necessary permits.
Learn more about Tibet Travel Permits & How to Obtain >>
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2. When is the best time to visit Tibet?
The best time to visit Tibet is from April to October, during the spring, summer, and autumn seasons. The weather during this time is mild and dry, with clear skies and comfortable temperatures.
The peak tourist season is from late June to early October. However, visiting in the shoulder seasons of April-May and mid-October to November can offer fewer crowds and lower prices. You can decide your best time to come to fulfill your Tibet dream.
Besides the weather condition, there are some grand festivals such as Saga Dawa Festival (May/June), Tibetan New Year (February) and Shoton Festival (August). If you are interested in the cultural experience in Tibet, feel free to contact our travel experts to match your ideas and likes.
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3. Do We have to have at least 2 pax to make a small group tour?
Planning your Tibet group tour is easy, as there is no requirement for a minimum of 2 people from the same country to form a small group tour. Whether you are a solo traveler or traveling with your family or friends with different nationalities, you are welcome to join the group tour.
Regardless of the itinerary you choose, in most cases, the tour will depart as scheduled as long as there is at least one person in the group.
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4. Can I have my own group tour?
Yes, if you are traveling with a group of friends or with your family, you can customize your own group tour. Please contact your professional travel consultant to discuss and arrange a customized group tour that meets your needs and preferences.
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5. I’m a solo traveler, do I have to pay the single supplement?
Actually, it depends on the room configuration. If the solo traveler chooses to stay in a twin-bed standard room, a single supplement may apply. However, if the solo traveler agrees to share the room with another traveler in the group, the single supplement can be waived. If you are a solo traveler, please let us know your preferences and we will do our best to accommodate you.
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6. Do I need to be in good physical condition to take a Tibet tour?
Yes, it is recommended that travelers be in good physical condition to take a Tibet tour, as many tours involve hiking and trekking at high altitudes. The average elevation of Tibet is over 4,000 meters (13,000 feet), and some of the popular tourist destinations, such as Mount Everest and Mount Kailash, are even higher. Travelers with heart or lung problems, high blood pressure, or other medical conditions that may be affected by high altitude should consult with their doctors before traveling to Tibet.
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7. Should I worry about altitude sickness when travelling in Tibet?
The average elevation of the region is over 4,000 meters and altitude sickness is a common concern for travelers visiting Tibet. Not everybody will suffer from altitude sickness when traveling in Tibet and most visitors will be in good condition when they arrive.
The symptoms of altitude sickness can include headache, nausea, dizziness, and shortness of breath. It is important to allow time to acclimate to the high altitude and to take precautions to prevent altitude sickness. Travelers should drink plenty of water, avoid alcohol and caffeine, and eat light meals that are high in carbohydrates. It is also recommended to take it easy for the first few days, avoiding strenuous activities and allowing time to adjust to the new altitude when arrive in Lhasa. Some travelers may also benefit from taking medication to prevent or treat altitude sickness.
If symptoms of altitude sickness persist or worsen, it is important to seek medical attention immediately. Many hotels and travel agencies in Tibet have oxygen supplies on hand to help alleviate the symptoms of altitude sickness. It is important to consult with a doctor before traveling to Tibet, especially if you have a history of heart or lung problems, high blood pressure, or other medical conditions that may be affected by high altitude.
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8. At what age are children suitable for Tibet tour?
There is no specific age requirement for children to take a Tibet tour, but it is important to consider the high altitude and the physical demands of some of the activities involved. Children who are too young or not physically fit may not be able to participate in some of the more strenuous activities, such as trekking or hiking at high altitudes.
It is recommended that children be at least 4 years old to take a Tibet tour, as younger children may have difficulty adjusting to the high altitude.
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9. Normally, how many tourists travel in a small group tour? Where are they from?
Typically, small group tours in Tibet will have 6-12 travelers, and you will have the opportunity to meet and travel with tourists from different parts of the world. This can be a great chance to make new friends and connect with people from different cultures and backgrounds.
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10. What are the accommodations like on a Tibet tour?
There are two main types of accommodation choices on a Tibet group tour: basic standard and comfortable. In major cities like Lhasa, there are a variety of accommodation options available, ranging from 3 star to 4 star hotels. In more remote areas, such as near Mount Everest or Mount Kailash, the accommodations may be more basic, with simple guesthouses or tented camps. We will email you the detailed hotel arrangement after your booking.
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11. How to get to Tibet? Can you help me book Tibet train or flight to Lhasa?
Basically, there are two ways to reach Tibet: from Chinese mainland and from Nepal.
From Chinese mainland: The most common ways to get to Tibet are by train or by air. The Qinghai-Tibet Railway is the highest railway in the world and offers stunning views of the Tibetan Plateau. There are also several flights to Lhasa Gonggar Airport from major cities in China, such as Beijing, Shanghai, Chengdu, and Xi'an. You need the Tibet permit to board the train or flight. We can help you book the Tibet train or flight to Lhasa and obtain the Tibet permits.
From Nepal: Travelers can take a non-stop flight from Kathmandu to Lhasa or go on an overland tour to Lhasa, which usually takes about 8 days. To enter Tibet from Nepal, travelers need a Tibet travel permit and a Group Tourist visa.
Latest Tibet Group Tours Reviews from Our Customers
Ilwad
Australia
Tour name: Line B2, 8 days Lhasa-Yamdroktso-Shigaste-Mt.Everest tour.
Key people: Bob (local Tibetan tour guide), Catherine Wang (travel consultant), Mr. Yu. Jian (driver).
This tour was sublime, a truly once-in-a-lifetime opportunity! From the very start, I was met with grace and incredible kindness. The driver assigned to me by the company was Susan and greeted me with a smile on her face, as well as the traditional Tibetan scarf she delicately placed around my neck. She then kindly offered to take some photos of me outside of the airport and offered me some water as we drove to the first accommodation in Lhasa. She then sent me a few locations within the city to explore, for shopping and food and shared her experience of living in the region for over a decade.
The following day we met our tour guide Bob, who to date has been my favourite tour guide. He was nothing short of incredible. Not only did he translate everything from Tibetan to Mandarin and English, making the tour accessible to all of us, but went above and beyond for all of us. Whether it was taking extra photos from awkward angles as the photographer to answering our follow-up questions or even giving us his own recommendations i.e. where to rent the traditional Tibetan clothes or shop for souvenirs. He was incredibly knowledgeable and humble- a true mix of wisdom and personal insight. I found his personal experiences and insight made the tour feel more authentic, especially as he had been doing this since 2009. His great anecdotes and true appreciation of the Tibetan culture, as well as his uplifting attitude and great sense of humour made the trip that much more special. Especially on the days when we were on the road for up to 7 hours, as we began the travel towards Everest Base Camp (EBC).
In terms of the people I met on the tour, it was truly a mixed bag in the best way possible! As I was a 22-year-old solo solo-female traveler you might expect that I would want to be around a similar company. In contrast, I had the best time ever with a wildly different demographic！ From middle-aged interracial married couples to retired solo travelers and other solo travelers, my group was made up of people from different neighbouring countries each with their own experiences of travel. As someone who is learning Chinese this was perfect for improving my linguistic skills however most could also speak English so there were no language barriers either.
The people in my group were lovely, kind and interesting characters. Each with open-minds and curiousity about the Tibetan culture. Having people from different walks of life and experiences in my group turned out to be a blessing in disguise. Even with our different backgrounds, we shared laughter, food and stories. I am grateful to have been in the same group as them for those 8 days- it was a true pleasure. Also, the nature of the tour meant that we overlapped with different groups based on both of our itineraries, meaning that we mixed with others for the first few days of the tour. This was a great way to also meet others as some were also staying at the same hotel as us.
The driver Mr. Yu Jian was also incredible. He so kindly brought our luggage in and out of the vehicles and always waited for us patiently in the mornings. Even when we (I) were running late, losing track of the timings and rushing outside with a hastily prepared buffet breakfast to go.
In terms of the tour, my personal highlights were of course seeing EBC and Everest in person, however, the in-betweens were just as remarkable. The 108 zig-zags we had to endure on the way to EBC, the petrol station stops where we’d stretch our legs and interact with the locals (often trying to sell us things) and growing closer and closer to the enchanting Everest. Being able to see the surreal landscape views of Tibet, both in Lhasa and outside, was awe-inducing. As I flew in on 25/03, I was met with the mountainscape being submerged with snow. By the time we made it to EBC, the snow had mostly melted but the rugged mountain view perfectly complemented the seemingly endless holy Yamdrok Lake. It was a nature lover’s paradise through and through, especially with the domesticated and wild animals across the area.
I also thoroughly enjoyed interacting with the locals. They met me with such curiosity, warmth and open-mindedness. I was touched to be perhaps the first black European person they met, and hope that they left our interactions with a new perspective. The first meal I had in Tibet was also sublime (I will put a picture below of the dish and a screenshot of the location I went to, recommended to me by my first driver). There was also a traditional Tibetan musical performance shortly after I had finished my meal, also recommended to me by Susan which began around 8pm!
My favourite monastery we visited was also the Tashi Lhunpo monastery in Shigatse, which we visited on our penultimate day in Tibet. We went on a Sunday which meant that not many tourists, if any, were there. Especially the tour took place during the off-season (End of March/Early April). As such it was an immersive experience being able to calmly walk through the monastery. With a history dating back to 1447, I felt like I connected to this the most, with there being living trees on the site that had been first planted over 400 years ago! Even seeing locals re-paint some of the religious paintings and the monks ready to enter for their evening classes gave a sense of serenity. It was a wonderful way to end the trip. Also, I would like to highlight seeing the Yamdrok Lake’s deep shades of turquoise from many angles (extraordinary), trying yak meat for the first time (different and at times tasty), seeing the Karola glacier (even when the rest of the landscape was snowless), seeing monks’ daily debates at Sera Monastery, of course climbing and seeing Polata Palace (tip: bring a 50 RMB note with you to take the famed picture outside Polata Palace- a fellow tour member loaned me his, thanks Yuki!), as well as Jokhang Temple and the Tibetan incense making where the activity leader wrote us, upon our request, a sign in the Tibetan language with anything i.e. our name or quotes. Seeing the stars on the first day of the new moon in the village just outside of Everest was also phenomenal (tip: walk 5-10 minutes in the opposite direction of heading into town to escape the light pollution for a better view, we only stayed out for 15 minutes just around midnight due to fatigue but if you really commit to it and maybe even venture further out and perhaps later on in the night around the new moon phase you will be stunned out what will find in the starry night sky.. hopefully the milky way!).
I would also like to give a warm mention to the hotel workers in the first hotel we stayed in Lhasa as they were incredibly kind to me. They were curious to know what my story was and where I had travelled as well as catering to my needs in the mornings (i.e. morning coffee etc.). Though they won’t see this, the woman working at the Tibetan clothes’ rental who helped me take pictures on my phone and conversed with me was also very kind! Even the shopkeeper who gave me a freebie after I bought some goods from his store was patient with me as I perused through the shops looking for instant noodles. Overall, I was met with such kindness from the very start of the trip until the very end!
Regarding altitude sickness, the tour will provide you with one free bottle of oxygen, as well as an emergency tank of oxygen in the shuttle bus. For reference I didn’t finish the bottle of oxygen throughout the trip but bought a spare one from the supermarket down the road from the hotel in Lhasa and the quality was great for only a few more RMB (lasted the entire trip). With a lot of water for hydration and taking it easy, alongside deep breaths, I think this tour is accessible to anyone without any underlying health conditions.
Finally, I would like to thank my tour agent Catherine Wang who has supported me throughout this trip! From when I first sent an email back in December 2024 to inquire about this tour until present she has supported me and provided me with updates throughout this process. Although I sent persistent emails (regarding the Shigatse earthquake and permit process/progress update) she always kept me in the loop. Even during the trip she had sent me an email to ask how it was going. Thank you very much for your patience and hard work, this trip has been the trip of a lifetime!
TLDR: I would 1000% recommend this trip and tour. All the little moments and cherished memories I have made will last a lifetime. Thank you to Bob, Mr. Yu Jian, Catherine, Susan, my tour group members and all the others who have made this trip so special. I am beyond grateful.
GalleryDestination(s): Tibet
Date of Experience: Oct 07, 2024
Tour Customized by: Catherine
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Jia Yin
Malaysia
Right from the start, Betty, our travel agent has helped us to create an unforgettable Tibet travel experience for my husband and I. She is attentive to our needs and has helped us to obtain the necessary documents to travel to Tibet. Our Tibetan guide, Lobsang, too is very friendly and eager to share Tibetan culture and history.
Destination(s): Tibet
Date of Experience: Jul 08, 2024
Tour Customized by: Betty
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Lynn
USA
We recently took a 6 day tour to Tibet , booking through Asia Odyssey Travel through agent Thalia.
Our itinerary including:
1, flying from Peking to Xining (with one day private tour in Xining)
2, taking overnight train from Xining to Lhasa.
3, Staying in Lhasa for 4 nights visiting several monasteries, palaces and Yamdrok Lake.
4, flying from Lhasa to Chengdu with one day private tour in Chengdu.
The highlights of the tour is the overnight train ride ( around 19 hours) passing snow capped mountains with breath taking scenery. Although we were told by several tours that it was extremely difficult to obtain train tickets, Thalia was able to secure train tickets and Tibet permits for us as promised ( soft sleeper cabin for four) Thalia is the best travel agent I have dealt with so far. We communicated by WhatsApp and paid by PayPal or WeChat. Thalia sent us itinerary first and followed us throughout the whole trip with updated detailed instructions of flight information, airport pick up and tour guide contact information, scenic points on the train ride , and precautions for high altitude sickness. ( there are oxygen and humidifier in Lagani hotel in Lhasa)
When our flight from Lhasa to Chengdu was delayed, Thalia made her best efforts to rebook different flights.
We also had fantastic tours in Chengdu lead by Tina Chen and in Xining by Sally
Thalia is reliable, always replying texts promptly and available even when she was on vacation. Her English is excellent. She is professional , pleasant , optimistic and reassuring.
We definitely will contact her for any future trips to China.
Thalia email Thalia@aisiaodysseytravel.com
Destination(s): Tibet, Chengdu/Sichuan, Qinghai
Date of Experience: Nov 09, 2024
Tour Customized by: Thalia
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