Tibet Winter Tour

Many people consider that Tibet is covered by ice and snow all year round. And winter is not a good season to visit. However, according to experienced travelers, the average temperature of Tibet in winter is -2℃ ~ 14℃ and it can be even higher in the daytime because of intensive sunlight. Winter is also a good season to tour Tibet, especially traveling in Lhasa, Shigatse, Lokha, and Nyingchi areas.

The average altitude of the above areas is around 3,600 meters and may cause slight altitude sickness. Taking some anti-anoxic medicines like Hongjingtian and Gaoyuanan is enough for the first few days after arriving at those places.

Other things that are necessary for travelers who visit Tibet during the winter holiday are sunglasses, caps and sunscreen creams for preventing overexposure to intense sunshine and snow blindness. Last but not least, take some painkillers like paracetamol or aspirin, which can help with frostbite as well as aches and colds.

Lhasa

4 Days Lhasa City Essential Group Tour

This essential trip is usually chosen by first-time visitors and it includes the most spectacular sites in Lhasa.

USD490

Lhasa - Gyantse - Shigatse - EBC - Shigatse – Lhasa

8 Days Lhasa to Everest Base Camp Group Tour

Visit major tourist spots in Tibet, followed by holy lakes, glaciers and majestic snowy mountains on the way to EBC.

USD930

At the observation deck of Yamdroktso Lake

Lhasa - Yamdrotso - Lhasa

5 Days Lhasa & Yamdrotso Lake Group Tour

Show you the holy Buddhist city of Lhasa, home of famous monasteries and devout Tibetans, and breathtaking lake scenery.

USD670

Lhasa-Shigatse-EBC-Nepal Border

7 Days Lhasa Mt. Everest Kathmandu Overland Group Tour

Take you from the mysterious Tibetan plateau to Kathmandu by crossing the Himalayans, full of dreamlike landscapes.

USD980

Lhasa - Ganden Monastery - Lhasa

5 Days Lhasa & Ganden Monastery Group Tour

Designed for tourists with a special interest in Tibetan Buddhism. Hiking around Ganden Monastery is the highlight.

USD720

Lhasa – Tsetang – Lhasa

6 Days Lhasa Tsetang Yarlung Valley Tour

Trace Tibet's history by visiting the first Buddhist monastery - Samye and the first palace - Yumbulagang.

USD1040

Lhasa - Nyingtri

5 Days Classic Lhasa Nyingtri Tour

Visit highlights of Tibetan Buddhist culture and Unfold a different kind of beauty of Tibetan Switzerland - Nyingtri.

USD1179

Lhasa - Nyingtri - Tsetang - Lhasa

9 Days Lhasa Nyingtri Tsetang Tour

Get an up-close look at eastern Tibet and present you with the culture and natural scenery of Nyingchi and Tsedang.

USD1920

Lhasa - Tsetang - Shigatse - Lhasa

8 Days Lhasa Yarlung Valley Shigatse Tour

Read the most splendid chapters of Tibetan history, culture and religons by visiting Lhasa, Tsedang and Shigatse.

USD1306

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to visit in Winter?

Lhasa is an ideal place to visit when traveling to Tibet in winter. There are some popular attractions that are worthy of being visited, such as Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple, Drepung Monastery, Ganden Monastery, Sera Monastery, Norbulingka, etc.

Shigatse, Lokha and Nyingchi are also good places to go. You can check our tour packages or consult our travel consultant.

Is there any restriction for Winter tour?

Yes. According to the law, foreigners are not allowed to travel to Tibet in February and March. Tibet will be closed during those two months because of Tibetan New Year.

Besides that, some places are closed for travelers in winter due to the heavy snow and low temperatures. Some high-altitude places and mountainous areas such as Ngari, Namtso Lake, etc. are not recommended to you.

What are the advantages of traveling to Tibet in Winter?

Mainly 2 advantages. Firstly, the scenery in winter has its unique features. The sky is very blue without any clouds. The sun is bright in the daytime. You can enjoy the grand snow-capped mountains even in a far distance. Secondly, winter is the best season for a budget Tibet tour. The fare of the entrance, tour guide, vehicle, accommodation, etc. will have a large-scale discount. You can save a lot of money when traveling to Tibet.

Can I travel to Tibet in Winter? Is it cold?

Although winter is the slack season for Tibetan tourism, a lot of travelers still travel to Tibet during this season. The holy snow mountains, warm sunlight, and sacred temples will make you impressed. The main characteristics of the Tibetan winter are dry, sunny, and cold, with blue sky. Without white clouds in the sky, winter is the best season for photographers. The temperature in the daytime is higher than in other places at the same altitude because of the strong sun rays. While at night, you need to take thick and warm clothes due to the low temperature.

Lhasa is the ideal place for tourists getting to Tibet in winter. The temperature in Lhasa varies from -10°C to 10°C. It is warm before sunset, but the temperature would drop to below zero at night. Therefore, you should bring some warm clothes. Meanwhile, the average temperature in remote areas outside of Lhasa such as Ngari and Nagchu is very low, nearly about -10°C.

What should I prepare when traveling to Tibet in Winter?

Besides the required permits and documents, you need to take some warm and thick clothes. The temperature is very low in some remote Tibetan places, especially in mountainous regions. You also need to wear warm clothes at night. In the daytime, the sun rays are very strong, you need to take some skin-care products, such as sunglasses, suncream, lipstick, sunhat, etc.