About Tibet

Tibet has fascinated mankind for centuries. This land, amid the mighty Himalayas and set upon the highest plateau of the world, was long inaccessible to the outside world. Fortunately, the doors have been opened to the 'Roof of the World' and foreigners can now visit the 'Forbidden Land' of Tibet.

Tibet is a rich and beautiful land with an average altitude over 4,000m (13,120ft) above sea level. Possessing more than fifty peaks above7,000m (22,960ft), Tibet is home to eleven Himalayan mountains over 8,000m (26,240ft). China, India, Nepal, Sikkim, Bhutan, Burma and Kashmir all border Tibet. Over two million people inhabit this land of rich natural resources and ancient cultures.

Spiritual traditions, temples and monasteries, lakes and rivers, and mighty snow clad peaks are just a few of the intoxicating wonders to be experienced by adventurous travellers who get the opportunity to visit this land. Buddhism, with a history of some 1,300 years is shaped into a unique form of "Lamaism". Tibetan history, culture and religion are mixed together and infiltrate every aspect of social life. Tibetan religious arts have a distinctive style with adoption of Indian and Chinese Buddhist influence, thus forming a pearl of Oriental Buddhist art. The various people who live on the Tibetan plateau, such as Tibetans, Monpas, Lhopas and Moslems, each have their own unique of traditions of marriage, burial birth, and other ceremonies. Festivals in Tibet are numerous providing many opportunities for large and exciting celebrations. So come and visit a the land rich in mountains, monks, mystery and adventure.

We are proud of our extensive knowledge and experience with travel to Tibet. Some of the most beautiful and fascinating places in the world lie within its borders. We specialize in designing Tibetan journeys and pilgrimages to these places, individually adapting them to meet your needs and desires. To explore this unique country on one of our tailor-made tours is an opportunity not to be missed.

To learn more about Tibet, please select the topics from the left menu bar and go through with it. You can also find some of the exclusive holidays packages under the 'Tours-Offers' topics as well.