Qamdo, located in the northeast of Tibet, is a transportation hub of the renowned Ancient Tea Horse Road. Connecting with Yunnan, Sichuan, and Qinghai Provinces, Qamdo is one of the vital gateways for travelers to enter Tibet by overland. Besides the perfect geographic condition, the culture and natural scenery also make Qamdo known in the world.
With thousands of years' history, Qamdo is the core zone to know about the unique Kangba Culture. What's more, you can also explore the majestic natural scenery in this charming place which is abundant in marvelous snow-capped mountains, vast grassland, dense forest, thundering waterfalls, etc. In order to help you discover the best of Qamdo, Great Tibet Tour make out a shortlist of tops things to do in Qamdo: Ranwu Lake, Galden Jampaling Monastery, Zezhol Monastery, etc.
Climate and travel season: Late spring and early autumn are the best travel seasons to Qamdo.
Specialties: Karma County's handcraft thangka is a folk art treasure with bright colors and exquisite workmanship.
Galden Jampaling Monastery
Ranwu Lake
Zelzhol Monastery
Laigu Glacier
Karub Ruins
Recommended Tour Itineraries in Qamdo Prefecture
Chengdu – Kangding - Bomi – Nyingtri - Lhasa
The classic overland trip from Chengdu covers the essence of the G318. Also discover Lhasa’s landmarks and lifestyle.
Nyingchi - Bomi - Lhasa
Cover natural exploration of beautiful scenic spots in Nyingchi and Bomi as well as Tibetan cultural immersion in Lhasa.
Lhasa - Tsetang - Nyingtri - Lhasa - Namtso - Darchen - Mt.Kailash - Saga - EBC - Shigatse - Lhasa
Long adventure to gain insights into views, culture and Tibetan Buddhism of the plateau including a big loop of Nagri.
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