China Group Tour Departures
The Potala Palace, Everest Base Camp, and the peach blossoms of Nyingchi are what most first-time visitors to Tibet want to see; for those who have been before, the next stop is often the Mount Kailash loop in Ngari. CITS China2Go's Tibet tours are mainly small shared groups of 4–10 travelers, with a guaranteed no-shopping policy. If you'd rather set your own pace, we can also arrange a fully customized private tour.
Beyond Tibet, we also offer group and private tours of the Qinghai–Gansu Grand Loop, Seda and Daocheng Yading in Western Sichuan, Xinjiang, Yunnan, Beijing, and Zhangjiajie.
8-day classic Tibet tour from Lhasa and Yamdrok Lake to Everest Base Camp. Features luxury Hilton accommodations and 4-10 small group travel | China2Go
9980
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Join our 2027 11-day Tibet Spring tour to Nyingchi Peach Blossom & Everest Base Camp. 4-10 small group, oxygen-supplied hotels & 100% no-shopping | China2Go
13,080
CNY
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Explore Tibet's highlights across Nyingchi, Lhasa, and Everest Base Camp in 10 days. En
12,480
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A perfect 6-day Tibet intro: Lhasa's Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple, Barkhor Street, plus Yamdrok Lake to Shigatse. Full guiding, oxygen-enriched hotel upgrades.
7980
CNY
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10-Day Qinghai-Gansu Loop from Xining: Emerald Lake, Dunhuang & Rainbow Mts. 4-6 Pax small group, 100% pure travel, oxygen hotels by CITS.
8,850
CNY
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Traverse the legendary Silk Road with CITS, a trusted brand with a 70-year heritage! Join our 8-Day Xining & Qinghai-Gansu Loop VIP Join-in Group Tour, spanning Qinghai Lake, Chaka Salt Lake, the Dunhuang deserts, and Zhangye Danxia (Rainbow Mountains). Enjoy a premium 4–6 people small group experience with a 100% guarantee of pure travel and zero shopping stops. Stay in comfort with oxygen-supplemented hotels and Hampton by Hilton, alongside complimentary 24-hour airport transfer services. Start your breathtaking, in-depth exploration of China's vast Northwest today!
7,980
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Larung Gar Buddhist Academy in Seda, the Three Sacred Mountains of Daocheng Yading, and the Dege Sutra Printing House — traveling deep into western Sichuan's Tibetan regions along the G317 and G318 national highways. A small group of 4–10 departs from Chengdu, crossing Zheduo Mountain and Haizi Mountain on the most essential route through Kham's eastern Tibetan region.
14800
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Experience the 9-day Tibet Shoton Festival with Thangka unveiling, Tibetan opera and a journey to Lhasa, Shigatse and Everest Base Camp.
13900
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This 9-day Tibet Butter Lamp Festival journey begins at Ta’er Monastery, the birthplace of the festival tradition, and leads you into the heart of Lhasa’s Butter Lamp celebrations, including offerings at Ganden Monastery and prayer walks along Barkhor Street. The journey continues to Shigatse and Shannan, with Hilton hotel upgrades and small-group travel, offering a deeper understanding of the true spiritual meaning of the Butter Lamp Festival.
9900
CNY
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An exclusive winter-only adventure from Nyingchi to Lhasa, showcasing Tibet’s spectacular glaciers and a hidden glacial lake. Traveling in a small group, this 8-day journey is the ultimate photography and nature expedition.
9,980
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, led by professional guides, with routes including:
- Classic Highlights:Lhasa (Potala Palace & Jokhang Temple) and Yamdrok Lake, available in 6-day and 8-day essential itineraries.
- Everest & Nyingchi:Ascend to Everest Base Camp, or enter Tibet via low-altitude Nyingchi to minimize altitude sickness risks.
- Seasonal limited edition：Spring 2027 Nyingchi Peach Blossom Festival, Summer Shoton Festival, Winter Butter Lamp Festival, and mystical blue ice glacier exploration.
- Pilgrimage Route:Grand Mount Kailash Kora and Ngari loop tour, coming soon.
All tours guarantee100% pure travel with zero shopping stops, backed by a RMB 5,000 breach-of-contract compensation. We use modern tour vehicles, strictly select oxygen-equipped hotels in Lhasa, Nyingchi, and Shigatse (such as Hilton), and provide guides trained in high-altitude medical emergency response.
Whether you travel solo joining a group or prefer a private custom tour with family and friends, we have you covered.
Quick FAQs — 2026-2027 Tibet Travel Itineraries
A: The generally recommended period is April to June..September to October, featuring stable weather and clear visibility—ideal for viewing Mt. Everest and sacred lakes. For peach blossoms, plan earlier:late March to early April isis Nyingchi's flower season. Although July and August bring the rainy season with occasional falling rocks along Nyingchi and the Sichuan-Tibet route, Lhasa and Shigatse are less affected, and this period coincides withthe Shoton Festival, where you can witness the giant Buddha thangka unveiling at Drepung Monastery and Tibetan opera performances. If you plan to visitMount Kailash Kora in Ngari,,aim for May to September, as mountain passes are prone to heavy snow blockades in other months.November through Februarysees the fewest crowds and the best ratesthe Butter Lamp Festival's tens of thousands of butter lamps, and walk into glaciers to witness mystical blue ice caves..
A: It depends mainly on trip duration and accommodation standards. For boutique small groups covering hotel, vehicle, guide, and entrance tickets,a 6-day tour starts from approx. RMB 7,980, and 8–11 days range from RMB 9,900–13,900, excluding international flights. The grand Ngari loop spans longer days and remote routes with slightly higher costs; please consult our advisors for exact quotes. All CITS Global Travel - China2Go tours are strictly pure travel with no shopping stops or hidden expenses beyond your tour fee.
A：Travelers holding aMainland Travel Permit for Taiwan Residents or a foreign passport(such as from Taiwan, Malaysia, or Singapore), in addition to their entry permits or Chinese visas, must apply for aTibet Travel Permit (TTB Permit); visiting restricted regions like Mt. Everest or Ngari requires an additionalBorder Defense Permit / Aliens' Travel Permit. Ngari requires additional permits with longer review cycles. Tibet permits can only be processed through licensed travel agencies and cannot be applied for individually.Travelers from Hong Kong and Macao do not require a Tibet Travel Permit, but a Border Pass is still required when visiting frontier areas like Everest or Ngari. CITS Global Travel - China2Go handles all permits from start to finish. We recommend submitting your doc
A: Lhasa sits at an elevation of around 3,650 meters. Symptoms vary by individual, commonly manifesting as mild headaches, shortness of breath, or poor sleep. Upon arrival,rest well for the first 24 hours, drink plenty of warm water, and avoid strenuous physical activity; most travelers adapt smoothly, while some choose to take Rhodiola in advance. Most CITS Global Travel - China2Go itineraries start withNyingchi (approx. 3,000 meters)for a lower-altitude acclimatization buffer before heading to Lhasa, accompanied by oxygen-supplied hotels throughout Lhasa, Nyingchi, and Shigatse. Ngari has an average elevation exceeding 4,500 meters, making it the highest route in Tibet—recommended for guests with prior high-altitude experience or sound physical fitness.
A: For travelers holding a Mainland Travel Permit for Taiwan Residents or a foreign passport, theycannot travel independently in Tibet; you must apply for a Tibet Travel Permit through a licensed travel agency and be accompanied by a certified guide throughout the trip—this applies equally to travelers from Taiwan, Malaysia, Singapore, and beyond. While Hong Kong and Macao travelers do not need a Tibet permit, a Border Pass is still required for frontier areas like Everest Base Camp or Ngari, making an organized tour the most hassle-free option. Since joining a tour is necessary, selecting the right travel agency is essential. CITS Global Travel - China2Go adopts boutique small groups of 4–10 people, featuring small group sizes and flexible pacing, allowing you to enjoy an unhurried journey compared to large tour groups.
A: The Butter Lamp Festival falls onthe 25th day of the 10th month in the Tibetan calendar, commemorating the Parinirvana of Je Tsongkhapa, founder of the Gelug school. The Gregorian date varies annually, typically occurring between November and December. On that evening, monasteries and homes light thousands of butter lamps, brightly illuminating Lhasa's Jokhang Temple and Barkhor Street. The 9-day Butter Lamp Festival tour by CITS Global Travel - China2Go sets off from Kumbum Monastery in Xining (the birthplace of Master Tsongkhapa) and arranges a visit on festival day toGanden Monastery(founded by Tsongkhapa) to join the sacred lamp lighting, followed by visits to historic monasteries in Shigatse and Shannan—creating a deeply meaningful pilgrimage. With fewer tourists in winter and premium oxygen-supplied hotels (such as Hilton), it is ideal for travelers wanting to experience authentic Tibetan festivals for the first time.
A: Known as the "Roof of the World's Roof," the Ngari Grand Loop takes you to the sacred mountainMount Kailash, the holy lakeLake Manasarovar, and nestled within the Zanda Clay Forest, theRuins of the Guge Kingdom, representing the ultimate Tibetan overland adventure for many travelers. Due to long driving distances, high elevations, and simpler accommodations compared to Lhasa, it is best suited for experienced travelers eager for in-depth exploration. The Mount Kailash Kora covers around 50 kilometers, crossing the Drolma La pass at over 5,600 meters; guests who do not wis
A: When choosing aTibet tour group, consider three key factors first:Whether there is a written guarantee of 100% pure travel with compensation for breach of contract,.whether hotels are equipped with oxygen supply,.and whether guides have high-altitude emergency first aid experience.CITS Global Travel - China2Go guarantees pure travel with no shopping stops and a RMB 5,000 breach-of-contract compensation. We arrange Hilton-grade oxygen-equipped hotels across Lhasa, Nyingchi, and Shigatse, deploying in-house guides and drivers without outsourcing, backed by CITS's 70-yeartrusted brand heritage.