Lanzhou and Tibet Tours

Located in northwest China, Lanzhou is an important town on the ancient Silk Road, with the Yellow River, one of the important rivers of China running through the city. The ancient Silk Road also left many places of interest and splendid culture here, attracting a large number of tourists to come for sightseeing. It also makes Lanzhou the center of the Silk Road tourist area since it's connected with Dunhuang Mogao Grottoes, Tianshui Maiji Mountain, Zhangye Big Buddha Temple, Xiahe Labrang Temple, and other famous attractions.

From Lanzhou, you are suggested to take a train to Tibet and enjoy the visual feast on the Qinghai-Tibet Railway. In Lhasa, you will see the famous world heritage Potala Palace and Jokhang Temple, and visit various monasteries that are full of Buddhist characteristics. If you stay longer in Tibet, you will have a good opportunity to witness the spectacular view of Mount Everest.

Here We have designed some tours to incorporate Lanzhou and Tibet, as below. They are all flexible and ready to be customized to meet your interests, schedule and budget.

Lanzhou - Lhasa

7 Days Lanzhou Tibet Train Tour

See the splendid view of Zhangye Rainbow Mountains, experience the Sky Train and explore mysterious Tibet Buddhism.

Lanzhou - Lhasa - Shigatse - EBC - Gyirong - Kathmandu

8 Days Lanzhou Tibet Nepal Overland Train Tour

Ride along world's highest railway to Lhasa to enjoy incredible scenery and start an epic overland trip to Kathmandu.

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Urumqi - Turpan - Dunhuang - Jiayuguan - Zhangye - Xining - Lhasa

14 Days Xinjiang Gansu Qinghai Tibet Tour

Embark on a journey along the ancient Silk Road to Lhasa, immersing yourself in the beauty of nature and culture.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I travel to Tibet from Lanzhou?

You can choose either to fly to Lhasa or to take a train to Lhasa from Lanzhou. However, please note that there is only one direct flight to Lhasa from Lanzhou operated by Tibet Airlines. It’s not daily; meanwhile, it departs in the evening and arrives in Lhasa at night. So it’s not that convenient to take this flight. The remaining flights to Lhasa from Lanzhou are all connecting flights with a stopover in other cities on the mainland, such as Chengdu, Kunming, and Changsha. It's not advised to take the connecting flights, as it's not only a detour but also more costly unless your schedule is very tight.

Is a good idea to take a train from Lanzhou to Lhasa? How is the train condition?

Yes, taking a train to Lhasa from Lanzhou is more recommended compared with taking a flight. The train is in good condition. It takes around 24-25 hours to arrive in Lhasa. You need to stay for one night on the train. There are four trains to Lhasa from Lanzhou every day. Xining is the first stop during the trip, as well as the starting station of the Qinghai-Tibet railway. The train will change to an oxygen-enriched train, which is designed for high-altitude riding. Thus, the passengers could adapt to the altitude change step by step and avoid high-altitude sickness effectively.

What documents do I need to visit Tibet from Lanzhou?

One important note: whether you take a flight or a train to Tibet from Lanzhou, you must have your original Tibet Travel Permit. Other necessary documents are your valid passport and a Chinese visa.