Tibet Festival Tours, 3 Tibetan Festival Tours 2025/2026

A fan of Tibetan culture? Check out our Top 3 Tibet Festival Tours to immerse yourself in the essence of Tibet with our exclusive Tibet Festival Tours. Experience the grandeur of the 3 Best Tibet Festivals with the finest selection of guided tours. From the vibrant Tibetan New Year Losar Festival in winter to the sacred Mount Kailash Saga Dawa Festival and the lively Tibetan Shoton Festival in summer, each celebration promises unforgettable moments.

What are The Top 3 Tibetan Festival Tours to Choose?

Tibetan New Year Losar (Lasting 15 days): This is the most important traditional festival for the Tibetan people, equivalent to the Chinese Spring Festival. You can experience Tibetan customs and culture during the Losar Festival including making "Seku," creating "Chemar," hanging new prayer flags, exorcising spirits, eating "Gutu," circumambulating mountains to pay homage to the Buddha, and horse racing... Recommend 5 Days Tibetan Festival Tour for Losar Festival.

Saga Dawa Festival (Lasting 1 Month): Known as the Buddha's Enlightenment Day, this festival is associated with three significant events in the Buddha's life: his birth, enlightenment, and parinirvana. During the festival, Tibetan people commemorate Sakyamuni through practices such as prayer wheel rotations, burning incense, observing vegetarianism, and releasing living beings. You can head to Mt. Kailash and participate in these holy events of local Tibetans. Recommend 16 Days Tibetan Festival Tour for Saga Dawa Festival.

Shoton Festival (Lasting 7 days): Originating in the mid-11th century, the Shoton Festival, or Yogurt Festival/Tibetan Opera Festival, is one of the liveliest festivals in Lhasa. During the festival, the giant Buddha Thangka is displayed at the Drepung Monastery, accompanied by Tibetan opera performances at Norbulinka Summer Palace, horse racing, a Yogurt Banquet, and garden picnics... Recommend 5 Days Tibetan Festival Tour for Shoton Festival.

Tailor made your Tibet Festival Tours with other wonderful Tibetan festivals like Nyingchi Peach Blossom Festival in spring, Tashilhunpo Thangka Festival, Nagqu Horse Racing Festival, Bathing Festival, Butter Lamp Festival, etc.

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Top 3	Popular Tibet Festivals	Recommend Reasons	Tibetan Calendar	2025 Solar Calendar	2026 Solar Calendar
NO.1	Tibetan New Year Losar Festival	The Most Important Tibetan Festival	Jan. 1	Feb. 28	Feb. 18
NO.2	Mt. Kailash Saga Dawa Festival	The Holiest Tibetan Festival	Apr. 15	Jun. 11	May 31
NO.3	Lhasa Shoton Festival	The Most Popular Tibetan Festival	Jun. 30 - Jul. 6	Aug. 23	Aug. 12

Top 3

Popular Tibet Festivals

Recommend Reasons

Tibetan Calendar

2025 Solar Calendar

2026 Solar Calendar

NO.1

Tibetan New Year Losar Festival

The Most Important Tibetan Festival

Jan. 1

Feb. 28

Feb. 18

NO.2

Mt. Kailash Saga Dawa Festival

The Holiest Tibetan Festival

Apr. 15

Jun. 11

May 31

NO.3

Lhasa Shoton Festival

The Most Popular Tibetan Festival

Jun. 30 - Jul. 6

Aug. 23

Aug. 12

3 Tibet Festival Tours 2025/2026

Check our 3 Best Tibet Festival Tours for Top 3 Tibet Festivals: Tibetan New Year Losar Festival, Saga Dawa Festival, and Shoton Festival. You can take a 5 Days Tibetan New Year Festival Tour around Feb. 28 of 2025 for Tibetan Losar. Check our 16 Days Mt. Kailash Saga Dawa Festival Tour around Jun. 11 of 2025 for a wonderful Buddhist kora. And choose our 5 Days Lhasa Shoton Festival Tour around Aug. 23 of 2025 for Tibetan Yogurt Festival. Want to explore more festivals in Tibet? Contact us for the latest and precise details on Tibet Festival Tours now!

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Our Top Tibet Private Tours offer a memorable journey to Lhasa, Shigatse, Mt. Kailash, and beyond. You can choose to extend your trip to Namtso Lake or embark on an in-depth exploration of Mount Everest, passing by the stunning Yamdrok Lake, Karola Glacier, and Shigatse. For those looking for a longer and more adventurous journey, we offer trips to Saga, Darchen, Mount Kailash, and the Ancient Guge Kingdom. Whether you have a short or long trip in Tibet, we can customize your tour to suit your needs and create a truly personalized travel experience.

Tibet Festival Tours FAQs - Plan Your Tibet Festival Tours Worry-Free

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1. Is Boracay family-friendly?

Absolutely! Boracay offers a range of activities and accommodations suitable for families. From kid-friendly beaches to family-oriented resorts, there's something for everyone.

2. When is the best time to join a Tibet Festival Tour?

Spring (March–May) and summer (June–September) are great for pleasant weather and festival celebrations. The best time depends on the festival you want to experience:
Losar (Tibetan New Year): February or March (based on the Tibetan calendar).
Saga Dawa Festival: May or June.
Shoton Festival: August.
Horse Racing Festivals: July and August.

3. What can I expect during the Tibetan New Year Losar Festival?

During Losar, you’ll experience:
Religious activities like dislodging evil spirits and praying for prosperity.
Festive decorations in Tibetan homes.
Traditional foods like Kasai (fried noodles) and tsampa offerings.
Folk activities, including singing, dancing, and family gatherings.

4. Do I need special permits to attend festivals in Tibet?

Yes, all travelers to Tibet require a Tibet Travel Permit, which is arranged by your travel agency. Additional permits may be needed for specific regions, depending on your itinerary.

5. What types of activities can I expect during festivals in Tibet?

Activities may include traditional music and dance performances, religious ceremonies, parades, local food tasting, and community gatherings. Welcome to observe or join activities, such as:
Watching traditional Tibetan opera during Shoton.
Sharing tea and snacks with locals during Losar.
However, some religious rituals, such as specific prayers or private ceremonies, are for locals only.

6. Are Tibet festivals family-friendly?

Yes, Tibet festivals are family-friendly and filled with cultural performances, vibrant decorations, and joyful activities. Children will enjoy the colorful events, traditional music, and warm hospitality of locals.

7. Is altitude sickness a concern during festival tours in Tibet?

Yes, altitude sickness can be a concern in Tibet, as most regions are above 3,000 meters (9,800 feet). To minimize risks:
Spend 1–2 days acclimatizing in Lhasa before attending festivals.
Stay hydrated and avoid strenuous activities during the initial days.
Consult a doctor if you have pre-existing health concerns.

8. Can I combine tibet festival tours with sightseeing?

Absolutely! Most Tibet Festival Tours include sightseeing highlights such as:
Potala Palace and Jokhang Temple in Lhasa.
Yamdrok Lake and Namtso Lake.
Everest Base Camp (if your itinerary permits).
This allows you to experience both the vibrant festivals and Tibet’s iconic landmarks.

9. What should I know about local customs during festivals in Tibet?

Respect local customs, such as greeting with "Tashi Delek," being mindful of sacred sites, and participating in rituals when invited. Understanding and respecting traditions enhances the experience. Respect local customs and traditions:
Ask for permission before taking photos of people or religious ceremonies.
Dress modestly, especially at monasteries or religious sites.
Follow your guide’s instructions, especially during rituals or prayers.
These answers should help you prepare for an unforgettable Tibet Festival Tour! If you have further questions, feel free to ask!

10. Are there any specific foods I should try during a Tibet festival tour?

Absolutely! Tibetan cuisine is rich and diverse. During your festival tour, be sure to try traditional dishes such as tsampa (a roasted barley flour and butter porridge), yak butter tea, and Tibetan bread. Many festivals also feature special foods and drinks associated with the occasion.

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Simple Patel

Canada

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Private tour to Kailash Mansarovar

We were on private trip to kailash- Mansarovar through Lhasa with Asia Odyssey travel.
It was a great experience booking with Asia Odyssey travel. Asia Odyssey provided agent Rex to work with us. Rex is amazing individual who helped us through out our journey like carving itenary the way we wanted, provided good comfortable vehicle with very good driver and a very
friendly and caring tour guide. We are also satisfied with hotel stay in each city.All stays were upto the standard as he promised they would be. Thank you Rex.we are happy with the deal we got. Rex was in constant touch with us before, during and ending our journey. We requested many changes during our journey due to changed interest and flight schedule . He was there to help us every time.
I would highly recommend to travel with Asia Odyssey specially having Rex by your side.
Just one thing I would like to mentions is that the meal plans. I would suggest that if all three meals included in itenary would be great help for vegetarian travellers like us. So we didn't have to worry about food.
Overall it was a very good experience with Asia Odyssey and travel and Agent Rex. Much appreciated
Simple
Canada

Destination(s): Tibet

Date of Experience: Sep 23, 2025

Tour Customized by: Rex

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Colin Chan

Australia

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Our agent Chia is simply the best

Our agent Chia is simply the best! She was in contact with us every step of the way from the time we committed to the Beijing - Xian - Chengdu - Lhasa - Shanghai tour. There was absolutely no stress with the entire tour ie. Pick ups, train/ plane tickets, payments. Each time Chia was able to answer any questions that we had almost immediately. The tour itself was great, met some really nice people from different parts of the world. Groups were a maximum of 12 so the guides were always very attentive - in Tibet, we only had 3 left in the group. We have travelled quite extensively but this is the first time we have engaged in a tour and it certainly did not disappoint. Highly recommended!

Destination(s): Beijing, Xian, Shanghai, Tibet, Chengdu/Sichuan

Date of Experience: Sep 14, 2025

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Vinoth Pillay

Nepal

189

Tibet with Mt Kailash…

We had a very memorable trip in Tibet with Mt Kailash trek in September of 2025. First of all,I must say that Mr Isaac of Asia Odyssey was the most patient tour agent I have come across. Not only was he most patient with our questions, he was with us for a whole year into our preparation for this trip. Not only that, on more than one occasion,he was taking care of us as situations arose which affected our trip, like the flooding which occured at Gyirong border, the unrest in Nepal and such. The permits were applied in a timely manner and when things didn't work out for our group, Asia Odyssey made alternative arrangements as soon as possible to help our group. The guides arranged for us stayed with us till almost midnight to help us out when we had some difficulty. Most of the trip went smoothly and everything went like clockwork and hotels were good. We would definitely use Asia Odyssey for our travel plans again for this region. Asia Odyssey was outstanding and Mr Isaac was most helpful in arranging our trip and taking care of us.