Travel Advice and Tips
Here, we show you some practical travel tips to help you plan better before you go and deal with emergencies or unpredictable situations on your trip. If you choose us, we will do our best to provide you with first-class service and sincere travel tips and suggestions.
The best time to visit Nepal is in October and November, which is good for sightseeing, photography, trekking, etc., and also the peak tourist season.
Best Time to Visit Nepal
Mark
Travel Advisor
Travel Advisor
Songtsen Gampo(617-650) was the 33rd Tibetan King. During his reign, he greatly expanded the territory of Tibet and made it a powerful country on the Plateau.
Songtsen Gampo
Catherine
Travel Advisor
Travel Advisor
Climbing Mount Everest is the aspiration for many adventures. See more details about challenges, Sherpa guide, cost, permits, etc.
Everest Expeditions
Beatrice
Travel Advisor
Travel Advisor
Tsampa(also Zanba or Tsamba) is one of the traditional staple foods of Tibetan herders. Tsampa is the Tibetan transliteration of roasted flour.
Tibetan Tsampa(Zanba)
Catherine
Travel Advisor
Travel Advisor
Tibetan yak is a symbol of the traditional lifestyle. Tibetans call yaks "treasure" because they provide the basic guarantee for people's survival.
Tibetan Yaks
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The best time to visit Everest Base Camp in Tibet is from April to October and Everest Base Camp in Nepal is from September to November.
Best Time To Visit Everest Base Camp
Catherine
Travel Advisor
Travel Advisor
Tibet Trekking Maps show you the most popular routes in Tibet, including Mt. Kailash trek, Ganden to Samye trek, Tingri to EBC, etc., for your reference.
Tibet Trekking Map
Cherry
Travel Advisor
Travel Advisor
Located on the west side of Mt.Kailash, Qugu Monastery is the first tourist destination for kora prayers, famous for a naturally formed Buddha statue.
Qugu Monastery
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In Nyingchi, you can eat a variety of gastronomic cuisines such as Stone Pot Chicken, Roasted Tibetan Pig, etc. Set up your own Nyingchi culinary exploration.
Nyingchi Food
Eric
Travel Advisor
Travel Advisor
Input the Tibet Travel Permit application online, and we will help get it on your behalf. Please provide detailed info to achieve the visa successfully.
Permit Application
Zoe
Travel Advisor
Travel Advisor
The Pashupatinath Temple is the largest Hindu temple worshipping the Hindu God Shiva in Nepal. It's on the UNESCO World Heritage Sites list.
Pashupatinath Temple
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In Tibet, there are many places called "Tashigang", which means "auspicious place". Tashigang Village in Lulang Town is a gorgeous tiny rural village.
Tashigang Village
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Many travelers are curious about the cost of traveling to Tibet. Please note that Tibet is not considered a budget-friendly destination. See the price factors!
The Cost of Travelling to Tibet
Beatrice
Travel Advisor
Travel Advisor
Located in the west of Tibet, Ngari is known for its desolate off-the-beaten-path landscape. Let’s unveil this mysterious prefecture of Tibet.
The Fact of Ngari - the Most “Tibetan” Part of Tibet
Caroline
Travel Advisor
Travel Advisor
Shigatse is the second-largest city in Tibet. Check the detailed Shigatse travel maps and find tourist attractions, travel routes, nearby counties, etc.
Shigatse Map
Eric
Travel Advisor
Travel Advisor
Shegar Dzong is built into the side of a steep mountain. The remains of its defensive walls snake up the near vertical pinnacle that looms over the town.
Shegar Dzong
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Lhasa to Kathmandu overland tour is the best way to travel through Tibetan Plateau and experience the most popular scenic spots on the g318 road.
Lhasa to Kathmandu Overland
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Taking a train to Tibet is cheaper comparing with flying. Also you may consider joining small group tours to save expense and visit Tibet in low season.
The Cheapest Way to Visit Tibet
Zoe
Travel Advisor
Travel Advisor
The history of Tibet includes the Imperial age, Era of fragmentation, Sakya Rule, Pazhu Regime, Collapse of Serfdom, and Tibet Autonomous Region.
Tibet History
Nance
Travel Advisor
Travel Advisor
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