Many people think that winter is not a good season for Tibet tour. In many people's impression that Tibet is covered by snow in four seasons, and winter is chiller, and the high altitude sickness will be more serious than in summer. In fact, although Tibet in winter is not as warm as spring, it is also a suitable destination of travel. At least, the temperature of Tibet in winter is higher than Beijing.
Due to the special geography location and complicated terrain of Tibet, there are different features of climate in four seasons in Tibet. For example, Lhasa, located at the altitude of over 3000 meters, is with enough sunshine and moderate temperature in winter due to its high latitude. In daytime, the highest temperature can reach over ten degree, and the temperature in nighttime is about 0 degree. Since the climate of Tibet is dry, you will feel chill. Due to the temperature range in daytime and nighttime is very large, you are suggested to take enough clothes with you when have Tibet tour in winter.
There are fewer travelers in winter. If you have Tibet tour in winter, you can stay a long time at a sight spot to carefully appreciate its unique charm. At some sight spots, you may the only traveler there. Then, you can feel the quiet and mystery of Tibet more deeply. If you have enough time, you can choose a Tibetan tea house to enjoy sunshine, watch pious Tibetans and experience Tibetan life. You may get some different ideas which never occur at common time. It will be a nice experience in your Tibet tour.
In Nyingchi, Shigatse, Yadong, Tsedang and other districts with lower altitude in TIbet, the changes of scenery in winter is not very obvious. Sometimes, you also can visit the Namtso Lake. The icebound Namtso Lake shows a kind of grand and heroic scenery. If you visit Mt. Everest during Tibet tour in winter, you can enjoy the real scene of Mt. Everest clearly. In addition, you can enjoy the beautiful snow scene of Ranwu Lake, Baksumtso and Namjagbarwa Peak. Tibet in winter is with unique features. In winter, natural scenery in Tibet will show you different charm.
Furthermore, it is suitable to visit Nepal after Tibet tour in winter. The dry season is the high season of Nepal tour. The climate is warm and pleasant. It is a good choice to leave for Nepal after Tibet tour in winter.
Winter is low season of Tibet tour. The expense of Tibet tour in winter is much lower than in summer. The accommodation is very cheap. The price of hotel is about half of the high season. Furthermore, the price of vehicles is also much cheaper. It may be less than half of high season of Tibet tour.
Consequently, it is reasonable to have Tibet tour in winter.