Train across the Tibetan Plateau and explore the monasteries and sacred landmarks of Lhasa.
10 Days from
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Adventure touring
92kg of CO2-e PP per day
(825kg of CO2-e PP entire trip)
Travel across the Tibetan Plateau aboard one of the world’s highest railways before exploring the cultural heart of Tibet. Based in Lhasa, you visit important monasteries, temples and historic landmarks including the Potala Palace and Jokhang Temple. Excursions beyond the city provide insight into the origins of Tibetan Buddhism, including Samye, Tibet’s first monastery. This journey offers a rare opportunity to experience both the ancient traditions and modern realities of Tibetan life.
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1 scheduled departure between 4 Sep 2027 and 4 Sep 2027.
It was really exciting to finally travel to Tibet, the almost mystical land that I've read about for years. To be able to walk around Barkhor square, the corridors of the Potala, and the gardens of the Norbulingka was a dream come true. I found the Tibetan people to be super welcoming and delighted to have us visit, so very happy to help me to have a wonderful stay. The train ride to Lhasa was an adventure on it's own. I highly recommend the Ancient City of Lhasa tour, even novice travellers will be at ease on this trip.
Wonderful, interesting trip. Inspiring and educational, not difficult
A fantastic spiritual trip - my tour guide made this happen, with his expert knowledge about Tibet.
This trip is run by one of our local partners, on a departure shared with travellers from other companies.
What's the benefit to you? More departure dates, and dates that reach their minimum numbers sooner, because bookings from several companies go into one group. Your guides live and work in the region.
Who is in your group? Expect a mix of travellers and nationalities, not only people who booked with World Expeditions.
What will we tell you when you book? We advise the name of the local partner at the time of booking, along with any terms of their own, such as an additional deposit. These apply alongside our Booking Terms and Conditions.
Travelling alone? On some partner-operated trips your own room is required. The room options on this page show which applies to this trip.
In Chengdu, we stay at the Buddha Zen Hotel, conveniently located near Wenshu Temple. The hotel features traditional Chinese architecture and offers a quiet, serene atmosphere. Its central location makes it easy to explore the surrounding area, which is rich in cultural attractions and local markets. The Buddha Zen Hotel provides a comfortable and peaceful base for our stay in Chengdu.
The interior of Buddha Zen Hotel in Chengdu is a peaceful space featuring traditional Chinese architecture. A central Buddha statue, along with simple wood carvings and lanterns, adds to the calm and culturally rich atmosphere.
Every departure date advises whether the date is confirmed, and roughly how full it is. Here is what each one means.
If a date shows Guaranteed to go, it runs regardless of further bookings.
It means two travellers are enough to confirm the departure. It could be 2 more to add to the group, or the date only needs 2 people to run. Either way, if you book for two people, the date will become guaranteed to run.
You will know the status before you book. Every date on this page is labelled, and dates marked “Guaranteed to go” are running regardless of further bookings. Where a date has not reached its minimum we either offer a surcharge to operate for a smaller group size so it can still run, or we cancel it. We contact you directly either way.
If we cancel a departure due to not meeting minimum trip numbers, you receive a full refund of everything you have paid us less any non recoverable costs, where insurance may cover you. We cannot refund money committed elsewhere – additional non refundable deposits advised at the time of booking, flights, visas, vaccinations, gear - which is why it is worth waiting for “Guaranteed to go” before booking other arrangements around this trip date. Please read our Booking Terms and Conditions before you book.
Each trip closes online a set time before departure. Permits, internal flights and hut or campsite bookings all have to be arranged before we take payment. Call or enquire as it might still be possible to organise last minute places.
Cancellations happen and places do open up on closed dates, so it is worth being on our list. We can also tell you which nearby date on the same trip has space, which is usually the faster route.
Yes, as a private departure. We can run this trip on a date you choose, for your own group - family, friends, a club, or in many cases, just for the two of you. Tell us when you want to travel and who is coming, and we will build it around that.
With striking landscapes, breathtaking high altitude treks, colourful festivals and an ancient culture - Tibet has so much to offer travellers.
Carbon Footprint
So what does 100 kg of carbon look like? Here is a rough guide to help put it into perspective:
Discover how we're working to cut carbon emissions from our adventures by exploring the Climate Action page within our Responsible Travel hub.
Please note trip footprints do not include flights to and from the tour.
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