Tibetan Men from the Everest Region: I recently spent the afternoon with a fantastic group of about 40 men who live about 10 kilometers (6 miles) from the Tibet side of Mt. Everest. Afternoon with Tibetan man from Everest Last…
Nepal Earthquake Update
UPDATED September 2017: A 7.9 earthquake struck Nepal in April 2015. Nearly all of the earthquake damage has been repaired since then, making Nepal a safe place to go.
Overland from Kangding to Yushu
The 850 kilometer overland journey from Kangding (Dartsedo) to Yushu (Jyekundo) is one of my favorite routes to travel in the Kham region of eastern Tibet. The landscape along the way has just about everything you could ask for: grasslands,…
Is Tibet too cold to visit?
Tibet is probably not as cold as you think! With proper clothing, Tibet can be visited year round. Read this post for further information.
Mt. Kailash and Western Tibet
Mt. Kailash and Western Tibet: Are you looking for a remote adventure in Tibet? Western Tibet, Lake Manasarovar, Guge Kingdom and Mt. Kailash may be just for you! info@thelandofsnows.com For detailed information on how to get to Mount Kailash, please…
The Costs of Traveling to Tibet
Tibet is not a budget travel destination, but there are ways to reduce the costs. Read this post for info on the costs involved with traveling to Tibet.
Overland from Xining to Chengdu
Overland from Xining to Chengdu: The 1200-kilometer route from Xining to Chengdu through the traditional Tibetan region of Amdo has become quite popular in recent years. This route passes through several notable Tibetan towns that are home to some of…
Overland from Chengdu to Shangri La
Overland from Chengdu to Shangri La: The 1200 kilometer overland route from Chengdu to Shangri La goes through some of the most rugged and