How to get to Tibet. UPDATED May 2025: The region has a reputation for being a hard place to travel to. It’s not as difficult as you might think! How to get to Tibet UPDATED May 2025 For a reputable…
Langmusi
Langmusi, also known as Lhamo in Tibetan, is one of my favorite small towns in the Amdo region. Two large Buddhist monasteries, stunning mountains and excellent hiking/trekking await those who go here! Read this post for more details!
Budget Tibet Tour
UPDATED Dec 2024: Tibet is not a cheap place to travel to. However, traveling with a small group can drastically reduce the costs of an overland journey. For reputable and affordable travel agency recommendations for Tibet, email info@thelandofsnows.com. As you…
Cycling in Tibet
Cycling in Tibet: Cycling is a great way to see and experience Tibet. This post will tell you what to do to plan your cycling adventure in Tibet. info@thelandofsnows.com Is it possible to cycle in Tibet? Many people ask if…
Tibet and getting a Chinese visa
Tibet and getting a Chinese visa. UPDATED May 2025 Regarding Visas for Traveling to Tibet and the Rest of China, we have to consider three scenarios: a regular Chinese Tourist Visa for Tibet, a Chinese Group Visa for Tibet, and China’s…
Tibetan Nomad life
Tibetan Nomad Life: Though Tibetan nomads are becoming fewer and fewer each year, they can still be found across the Tibetan Plateau. Tibetan nomads culture and Nomad life is simple, but difficult. Hardships include yaks dying from disease, yaks starving…
Tibet Budget Tour
Tibet Budget Tour, Traveling with a small group can considerably lower the costs of a journey to Tibet. Read this for details on how to travel to Tibet more cheaply. Email for more information at: info@thelandofsnows.com UPDATED May 2025 To…
Feb 2019: Tibetan Losar Festival journey
Tibet Losar Festival journey: February 10—20, 2019: Join us for 11 days as we explore the Amdo region of eastern Tibet during the Losar Tibetan New Year Festival time! More details at: info@thelandofsnows.com Tibet Festival Tour Complete details at: 2019…
Do not list Tibet on your Chinese Visa Application
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Update on Amnye Machen
Update on Amnye Machen. Here are details on how to still trek around Mt. Amnye Machen while avoiding the current road construction project. Amnye Machen Trekking *The Information on Amnye Machen was current when I wrote it. However, conditions could…