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Tibet Tour from Singapore

As one of the most advanced countries in the world, Singapore grows at a rapid speed in terms of economy as well as transportation these years. People from Singapore can get to any place of the world with convenient transportation means. For those who want to go to Tibet for travel, they can either go there by flights or trains. Both of the transportation means have their advantages and disadvantages. Taking flights is time-saving, as it only takes a total of 4.5 to 6 hours to fly from Singapore to Tibet . The duration varies over the connecting stations as well as terminal stations. However, people who go to Tibet by flights are more likely to get altitude sickness , as there will be huge altitude changes while taking the flights. Taking trains from mainland China to Tibet is popular among visitors , as they can enjoy the most incredible sightseeing in the world when the train runs through the highest plateau in the world—the Qinghai Tibet Plateau. However, before taking the trains, people have to take flights from Singapore to mainland China at first, as there are no trains between the two countries. The train journey is time-wasting, because it can take at least 40 hours to get to Tibet from mainland China by trains. But compared with the scenery along the way, tourists will find every minute on the train worthwhile.

How to Travel to Tibet from Singapore

Tourists from Singapore usually travel to Lhasa, the capital of Tibet via Chengdu, Shanghai, Beijing or Kathmandu.

Travel to Singapore to Lhasa via Chengdu

Chengdu City in China is the most popular gateway city to Tibet because of its geographic location and rich tourist resources. So people from Singapore can take flights to Chengdu at first, and then transfer trains to Tibet . Several flights from Singapore to Chengdu are available every day. The flights get off from Singapore Changi Airport and land at Sichuang Shuangliu International Airport, with the ticket price of around USD 850. A hard sleeper ticket for trains from Chengdu to Tibet is 668 RMB, and a soft sleeper, 1,062 RMB. For people who want to save money on transportation, taking flights from Singapore to Hong Kong and then transfer trains or flights to Tibet would be a more economic choice. A flight ticket from Singapore to Hong Kong can be as low as USD 500, which is much less than the Singapore—Chengdu ticket.

If budget permitted, tourists are suggested to buy a soft sleeper ticket rather than a hard sleeper one. The reason is that the train from Chengdu to Tibet covers a length of 3,360 kilometers , a duration of about 44 hours, which can consume visitors a lot of energy. And a soft sleeper cabin is more comfortable and secure than a hard sleeper cabin, as the former has lockable door and only accommodates 4 people, while the latter has no lockable door and accommodates 6 people. With the increasing awareness of security and the equipped police officers, crime rate on the trains has dropped down greatly in recent years in China. Yet tourists had better keep their valuable items with themselves but not to put them in the bags or the cabin.

Travel to Singapore to Lhasa via Beijing or Shanghai

Beijing and Shanghai are two popular gateway cities to Tibet for foreign visitors, as the former is the capital of China and the latter is the most thriving city in China. For people from Singapore, they are suggested to take direct flights to Beijing or Shanghai from airports in Singapore, both of which will take only 6 hours, with the cost of about USD 1,500. After that, they can take trains to Tibet from either Shanghai or Beijing. Qinghai-Tibet Railway , the world’s highest railroad, is also a part of the Shanghai-Lhasa Railway and Beijing-Lhasa Railway. A hard sleeper ticket for trains from Beijing to Lhasa is 720 RMB, and a soft sleeper, 1,144 RMB. And a hard sleeper ticket for trains from Shanghai to Tibet is 794 RMB, a soft sleeper, 1,263 RMB. The train duration between Beijing and Lhasa is about 41 hours, 7 hours less than the duration between Shanghai and Lhasa.

Visitors taking trains from Beijing or Shanghai to Lhasa can have the chance to experience the huge scenery differences between eastern China and southwestern China. All the scenery is amazing but you will only marvel at the miracle sightseeing when the train runs through the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau. Although the journey takes a lot of time, you won’t be regretful for having taken the train because of the spectacular sightseeing along the way.

Travel to Singapore to Lhasa via Kathmandu

People from Singapore can also choose to take flights to Nepal at first and then get into Tibet via flight, as Kathmandu is the only foreign city where direct flights to Lhasa are available. An airline ticket from Singapore to Kathmandu is about USD 1,100, with a flying duration of around 5 hours. With short distance (about 600 kilometers) and fly duration (about 90 minutes), a lot of travelers choose to get to Lhasa from Kathmandu by flights. The Kathmandu Lhasa air route is considered to be one of the most beautiful air routes in the world, as visitors can get a bird’s-eye view of the summit of Mt. Everest when the plane flies over the Himalayas. Flights between Kathmandu and Tibet are available every day and the price for an airline ticket from Kathmandu to Tibet is usually around USD 280. For a better view of the summit of Mt. Everest, tourists are suggested to choose seats on the left side of the plane.

Where Are the Best Tibetan Places to Go for Singaporean Travelers?

There are thousands of oversea Chinese in Singapore. Most of them will travel to China to visit their relatives or friends. Quite a few of them have been to China for many times and are interested in exploring more than China. Tibet is their first option besides China mainland. The Potala Palace history tour in Lhasa, natural beauty tour to Lake Namtso or Yamdrok and sacred Mount Kailash tour are the top 3 things to do on their to-do list for Tibet.

Five Best Months for Mount Kailash Tour from Singapore

The Mount Kailash and Lake Manasarovar are very popular tourist attractions in Tibet. For most tourists from Singapore, April, May, June, September and October are the best five months for attending a Kailash Manasarovar tour. During this time, you could enjoy the continuous good weather and comfortable climates, and admire the most beautiful sceneries. Beside Mount Kailash, these five months are also the best time to see sunrise in the Mount Everest Base Camp.

If Singaporean tourists don’t have time to visit the Mount Kailash and Lake Manasarovar during these five months, July and August can be their second options. Although these two months are rainy season, the temperature is good for taking a tour and the sceneries are beautiful.

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11D Qinghai-Tibet Railway Experience

Tibet, also known as the “roof of the world” is the second biggest province in China. It offers rich landscape and religious heritage of Tibet making it an attractive destination for many.

Key Features:

• Potala Palace: Explore the 7th-century architectural marvel, the Potala Palace, the Highest Palace in the world, standing atop Red Hill at over 3,700 meters above sea level.
• Jokhang Temple: Visit the oldest and holiest architecture in Lhasa with a history of 1,400 years, Jokhang Temple.
• Drepung Monastery: Discover one of the largest Tibetan monasteries, Drepung Monastery, nestled at the foot of the Gambo Utse Mountain.
• Norbulingka: Experience the park that reflects the ethnic and religious features of the Tibetan people, Norbulingka.
• Yamdrok Lake: Marvel at the turquoise waters of Yamdrok Lake, one of the three holy lakes of Tibet, from the Kampala Pass.
• Tashilunpo Monastery: Visit the final resting place of Panchen Lama and one of the 6 major monasteries for Tibetan Yellow Sect.

Accommodations:

• All 5-star hotels throughout

Experience the Qinghai-Tibet Railway with a soft sleeper in a 4-berth train cabin from Qinghai to Tibet Autonomous Region.

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1: SINGAPORE – XINING (No meals)

Departure from Singapore Changi Airport for your flight to Xining via Beijing, formerly known as the “South Railway for Silk Road” . Upon arrival, meet by a local guide and check into the hotel to rest for the night.

Stay: Wanda Realm Xining or similar

Day 2: XINING - QINGHAI TIBET RAILWAY (Breakfast)

This morning after breakfast, transfer to Xining train station to board the Qinghai-Tibet train . Extending 1,956 kilometers on the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau, the Qinghai-Tibet Railway connects Xining, capital of Qinghai Province, and Lhasa, capital of Tibet.

You will travel on the highest altitude railway in the world , with its highest point at 4,000 meters above sea level heading towards Lhasa. All meals onboard the train will be at your own expense.

Witness the snow-capped Kunlun Mountains as the train climbs up a steep mountain pass, trudging toward Lhasa. Through the window, view grasslands dotted with black yaks and prayer flags fluttering from gold-topped temples.

Note : Due to the current operational procedures onboard the Qinghai-Tibetan Railway, we will do our utmost to arrange for all passengers to be accommodated in the same cabin. Rooming-in the berths will be arranged according to the traveling party’s size and age.

Day 3: QINGHAI TIBET RAILWAY – LHASA (Dinner)

Continue your journey towards Lhasa, passing through Xining, Ge’ermu, Tuotuo River, Anduo, Naqu, Dangxiong, and finally Lhasa. All meals onboard the train will be at your own expense.

Today, you will witness the most beautiful scenery of Qinghai-Tibet Railway, including the boundless Qiangtang Prairie, the desolate, golden Gobi Desert, and the wildlife-rich Kekexili Nature Reserve.

Arrive in Lhasa , Tibet in the evening. Lhasa is the capital of the mystical Buddhist Kingdom of Tibet. Head for dinner before transferring to your accommodation for the night. Do take ample rest in order to acclimatize to the high altitude.

Stay: Shangri-la hotel or similar

Day 4: LHASA (Breakfast)

This morning, your journey starts from the religious Potala Palace built in the 7th century by the famous Tibetan king-Songtzen Gampo. The Potala Palace currently holds the record of the Highest Palace in the world.

After, visit Jokhang Temple , situated in the old section of Lhasa. Jokhang Temple is the oldest and holiest architecture in Lhasa with a long history of 1,400 years.

Visit Barkhor Street , an ancient round street surrounding the Jokhang Temple. Then head for dinner, before returning to your hotel.

Day 5: LHASA (Breakfast)

Today, first, you will visit Drepung Monastery , one of the largest Tibetan monasteries. Then, visit Norbulingka Park.

Day 6: LHASA – GYANTSE – SHIGATSE (Breakfast)

Today, take a drive up to the Kampala Pass (4797 meters) where you’ll have a glimpse of Yamdrok Lake down below as well as spectacular views of the holy Mount Nyenchen Khangsar in the distance. Get your camera ready for the turquoise waters of Yamdrok Lake, one of the three holy lakes of Tibet, and the beautiful Mt. Nyenchen Khangsar glacier as seen from the Karola Pass.

Later, visit the Karola Glacier before continuing to Gyantse , where you will be able to see the famous Gyantse Kumbum , one of the most stunning architectural wonders in Tibet.

Continue your journey to Shigatse , where you will spend the night. Check into your accommodation and rest for the night.

Stay: Qomolangzong Hotel or similar

Day 7: SHIGATSE – LHASA (Breakfast)

After breakfast, proceed to visit the Tashilunpo Monastery, the final resting place of Panchen Lama and also one of the 6 major monasteries for Tibetan Yellow Sect. En-route, you will see the park of O riental Miraculous Mastiff . Return to Lhasa and appreciate the art of Tibetan Thangka.

Note : If the park of Oriental Miraculous Mastiff is closed during winter, it will be replaced by Zongjiaolukang park or Ramoche Temple.

Day 8: LHASA – NAMTSO LAKE – LHASA (Breakfast)

In the morning, head for Lake Namtso (Approx. 4 hours journey). Feel free to stop your driver and make a stop along the way to snap some picturesque pictures.

Namtso Lake, located in the northwest of Lhasa, is the highest saltwater lake in the world with an altitude of 4718 meters. It is also the second-largest saltwater lake in China. In Tibetan, Namtso means Heavenly Lake, making it one of the three holy lakes in Tibet, together with Yamdrok Lake and Lake Manasarovar.

Note : In the event that we are unable to visit Namtso Lake due to drastic weather condition, it will be replaced by Derpung Monastery and Past Dalai Lama’s treasured park - Norbulingka Palace.

Return to Lhasa.

Day 9: LHASA (Breakfast)

After breakfast, make a visit to Mt Chokpori, also known as 'Iron Mountain' , a sacred hill in the city of Lhasa in Tibet. Next, visit the Zaki Temple. Before dinner, visit the Tibet Museum.

Day 10: LHASA – CHENGDU (Breakfast)

After breakfast, transfer to the airport. Take a flight to Chengdu . Once arrival in Chengdu, take your leisure at the hotel.

Stay: Joyhub Air Hotel or similar

Day 11: CHENGDU – SINGAPORE (Breakfast)

After breakfast, enjoy your free time till the appointed time to transfer to the airport. Take an international flight back to Singapore.

Please note:  This itinerary is designed to give you an idea of what to expect on the tour but is not set in stone. What we actually do on a given day is flexible and can be tailored based on the interests of the group.

This itinerary and its package inclusions might be changed later in time, subject to availability.

• Passengers with high blood pressure or heart health problems and elderly are advisable to consult doctor before joining tour.
• Diplomats and reporters will need special arrangement for the Tibet Entry Permit.
• No cancellation and amendment are allowed after full payment.
• Booking reservation is required minimum 3 working days to process and is subject to confirmation 1-3 days before the departure date.
• No combination with other tour agencies.
• The sightseeing in Tibet will subject to weather condition and may not meet your expectation.
• Tour is conducted in English unless otherwise specified.
• Itinerary may be subject to change due to circumstances beyond the Company’s control.
• Accommodation in designated cities is subject to room availability.
• Sequence of itinerary may be subject to change.
• Proposed changes, if any, that are not accepted will be subject to the refund provisions set out in the Terms and Conditions.
• All hotel ratings are based on local standards in China. Hotels with no-star ratings will be labelled as X-star hotels for reference.
• Potala Palace get a limitation 2800 paxes / day to protect the heritage of history. The sequence of sightseeing supposed to be adjusted according the situation of entrance permission.

Updated on 11 Jan 2024

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