Recommended Routes for Tibet Tour in Winter

In the consideration of the special natural environment and weather condition on Tibet Plateau, tourists planning a Tibet tour in winter are not advised to choose some expedition, adventure or trekking routes. This article introduces several classic regular Tibet tour routes in winter for tourists' reference.

Recommended Routes for Tibet Tour in Winter – Lhasa-Shigatse- Zhangmu

Lhasa-Shigatse-Zhangmu is a traditional golden tour route in Tibet. It is adopted by a large number of tourists all year around. In winter, it also attracts a large number of tourists for both the road condition and scenic spots in this route are rarely influenced by the weather. Tourists planning a Tibet tour in winter and choose this route will have the chance to enjoy the charm of the second city in Tibet – Shigatse City. The shining golden roof of the Tashilhunpo Monastery and the stylish New Palace of Panchen Lama would leave you deep impression.

Besides, the river valley landscape at the confluence of Nianchu River and Yarlung Zangbo River also impressed a lot of tourists. Tourists making a Tibet tour in winter and especially interested in the traditional Tibetan culture could also visit the ancient Sakya Monastery which is pretty noted for its exquisite murals and Thangkas. The magnificent snow landscapes of Mt. Everest, Mt. Shishapangma and several other high mountains would always make tourists reluctant to leave.

Recommended Routes for Tibet Tour in Winter – Lhasa-Gyantse-Shigatse-Lhasa

The Lhasa-Gyantse-Shigatse-Lhasa is a round trip especially suitable for tourists making a Tibet tour in winter. Tourists will have the chance to witness the magnificent Qushui Bridge and enjoy the amazing natural view at Gangbara Mountain Pass. The picturesque Yamdrok Lake in this route is one of the must-visit natural spots in Tibet. The noted Palkhor Monastery in Gyantse Ancient City presents tourists the magnificent pagoda view. It would also be well worth to pay a visit to Sharlu Monastery in Shigatse before back to Lhasa.

Recommended Routes for Tibet Tour in Winter – Lhasa-Shannan-Lhasa

Lhasa-Shannan-Lhasa is a distinctive route especially designed for tourists have strong interest in exploring the ancient Tibetan culture and history. All the cultural sites included in this route are closely related to the development of Tibetan culture. Noted as the cradle land of Tibetan civilization, Shannan Prefecture enjoys many Firsts in Tibet.

It is recorded that several Tibetan kings lived in Shannan before moving their political center to Lhasa. Samye Monastery in Shannan is the first monastery in the history of Tibet; Trandruk Monastery here is the first Buddha chapel while Yumbu Lhakang is the first palace in Tibet. All the cultural sites here are telling tourists the historical changes of the mysterious Tibet.

Recommended Routes for Tibet Tour in Winter – Lhasa-Nyingchi-Lhasa

Lhasa-Nyingchi-Lhasa Route presents tourists the most beautiful natural landscapes in Tibet. Nyingchi is praised as the Switzerland on Tibet Plateau for its fascinating scenery. The Medog National Reserve and Yarlung Zangbo Grand Canyon in Nyingchi Prefecture have been the most attractive places for tourists willing to join the Tibet adventure tours. Tourists making a Tibet tour in winter here would find that the altitude here is relatively lower than any other regions of Tibet and the climate here is also more pleasant.