India to Tibet Tours

Indians, whether Buddhists or Hindu believers have a passion for Tibet. Located in the remote west of Tibet, Mount Kailash is the world's recognized holy mountain. It's also considered the "center of the world" by Hinduism, Buddhism, Bonism and ancient Jainism. Hindus have realized the uniqueness of this mountain since ancient times. In Indian mythology, it is the abode of Lord Shiva.

Not far from it is Mansarovar, one of the three sacred lakes in Tibet. According to Indian legends, Lake Manasarovar is equated with the potion of eternity. It's believed that the water of Manasarovar can wash away the sins of a lifetime.

Therefore, Kailash Mansarovar Yatra is a spiritual journey for Indians and attract numerous Indian pilgrims for thousands of years. Besides the mystical mountains and lakes to heal energies, there're breathtakingly spectacular sights waiting for you.

Kathmandu - Kyrung - Saga - Darchen - Mt Kailash Kora - Manasarovar - Saga - Kyrung - Kathmandu

14 Days Kailash Mansarovar Yatra by Road from Kathmandu

The spiritual journey takes you to visit holy Mount Kailash and Lake Manasarovar, as well as the shrines in Kathmandu.

Lucknow - Nepalgunj - Simikot - Hilsa - Taklakot - Mansarovar - Darchen - Mt Kailash Kora - Taklakot - Hilsa - Simikot - Nepalgunj - Lucknow

10 Days Kailash Mansarovar Yatra by Helicopter from Lucknow

Suitable for pilgrims with less time for the yatra. A spiritual exploration to worship the abode of Lord Shiva.

Kathmandu - Nepalgunj - Simikot - Hilsa - Taklakot - Mansarovar - Darchen - Mt Kailash Kora - Taklakot - Hilsa - Simikot - Nepalgunj - Kathmandu

12 Days Kailash Mansarovar Yatra by Helicopter from Kathmandu

Offer high mountain flying experiences, unique Hindu practices, cultural highlights and landscapes of Nepal and Tibet.

Frequently Asked Questions

How to travel to Tibet from India?

From India to Tibet, the first recommended mode of transportation is to fly to Kathmandu or to get to Kathmandu by land, and then go to Tibet by plane or road.

If you're going to travel to Tibet from an inland city in China, you can fly from Delhi or Bangalore to Chengdu, Kunming, Guangzhou, Shanghai, Beijing, etc., and then go to Lhasa by plane or train.

How can Indians get a Tibet Travel Permit?

If you're not going to Ngari, you can apply for the Tibet Travel Permit (TTP) through a Tibet Travel Agency such as Great Tibet Tour. Send us a copy of your passport and Chinese Visa at least 20 days before your departure date, we can handle it for you.

If you are going to Ngari to make a pilgrimage to Mount Kailash and Lake Mansarovar or pass through the Nagri area, even if not for religious purposes, you need to turn to two organizations instead of Tibet travel agencies. The first one is the Foreign Affairs Office of TAR (governmental); the second one is the Pilgrimage Reception Center (non-governmental), short for the Pilgrimage Center, which is located in Tuanjie New Village of Lhasa.

Besides, you also can book your Ngari tours through the Nepal or Indian Travel Agencies as they are authorized partners of the Pilgrimage Center. We can also provide free consultation for you.

Can Indian tourists travel to Tibet independently after applying for TTP?

Not only Indians but all tourists holding passports other than Chinese passports are not allowed to travel independently in Tibet and can only choose to travel in groups.

The private tour can be customized according to the ideal time and route of the tourists, which can maximize the desires of the tourists.

How to prepare luggage and clothes for traveling to Tibet?

Tibet is located on the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau and has a plateau climate with large temperature differences between day and night. During the daytime, the temperature is relatively high and you will need to take off your jacket. At night, the temperature is low, you must add clothes to keep warm. Therefore, it is recommended to prepare a warm jacket (down jacket or cotton jacket).

Clothing: thermal underwear, quick-drying underwear, thermal down jacket, trousers, etc.
Footwear: warm and skidproof hiking shoes, comfortable sports shoes, breathable socks.
First aid: prevent high-resistance medicine such as Nuodikang Capsules, Nifedipine, and Suoluomabao Capsules (known as Hongjingtian Capsules in Chinese).
Others: sunglasses, sunscreen.
In addition, tourists can buy clothes and medicines in Lhasa.

Can I exchange Indian Rupee in Tibet?

No. Currently in Tibet, it is not feasible to exchange Indian rupees into RMB. It is recommended that you exchange your Indian Rupee for USD cash beforehand and bring USD to Tibet for tourism. If you bring a bank card, you can also withdraw RMB directly from the ATM.