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Currently, there are 8 Tibet trains departing to Lhasa from major cities in mainland China, including Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Chengdu, Chongqing, Xining, Xi’an and Lanzhou. The most spectacular segment of the journey is from Xining to Lhasa, traversing the stunning Qinghai-Tibet Railway.

As experts in Tibet train tours, we continuously update information on all Tibet trains, and offer professional services for booking Tibet train tickets and obtaining your Tibet Travel Permit. With us, you're assured of a hassle-free Tibet train expedition.

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Most Recommended Tibet Train Tour Packages

We offer a variety of Tibet train tours departing from Beijing, Shanghai, Xining, Xi’an, Chengdu, Chongqing, Guangzhou, Hong Kong, and others. Following your Tibet train journey, you can extend your trip to destinations such as Lhasa, Shigatse, Everest Base Camp, and beyond. Select the tour that best suits your preferences.

  • Beijing Tibet Train Tour

    With one of the world’s busiest air hubs, Beijing is undeniably the most popular city to start a Tibet train journey.

  • Xining Tibet Train Tour

    As the starting points of Qinghai-Tibet Railway, Xining offers the most frequent train routes to Lhasa.

  • Shanghai Tibet Train Tour

    Shanghai Tibet train tour offers a rare chance to cover the most dynamic city in China and holy Tibet plus scenic Tibet train journey.

  • Xian Tibet Train Tour

    To someone who is fascinated by both ancient Chinese culture and Tibetan Buddhism,travelling from Xi’an to Tibet is your wisest choice.

  • Chengdu Tibet Train Tour

    Serving as a major gateway city to Tibet in southwest China, Chengdu is another popular destination to take Tibet train to Lhasa.

  • Chongqing Tibet Train Tour

    Taking the Chongqing Tibet train tour, one can explore the vibrant city in southwest China and the mystical land of Tibet in one go.

  • Guangzhou Tibet Train Tour

    The Guangzhou Tibet train tour seamlessly blends modernity with tradition, traversing from a southern harbor to the inland plateau.

  • Hong Kong Tibet Train Tour

    Hong Kong provides easy access for international visitors to take their Tibet train tour, offering a wealth of attractions to explore.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Tibet Train

  • How to get a Tibet train ticket?

    Normally, one can buy a Tibet train ticket online or from the railway station. In case of language barrier or a waste of time on long queue at the station, you can turn to us for professional help.

    We can help to get the Tibet train ticket of your required date and sleeper type, and then deliver it to you in person, along with your Tibet Travel Permit. Or, our travel consultant will tell you about the Tibet train booking confirmation No. And you need to arrive at the railway station earlier to pick your train ticket, with the confirmation No., your passport and the Tibet Travel Permit.

  • What travel documents are needed to board the Tibet train?

    Basically, you need a Chinese Visa, a Tibet Travel Permit, and a train ticket to board the Tibet train. For the Chinese Visa, you can obtain it in your own country or a third country through the Chinese Embassy. As for the Tibet Travel Permit, we can assist you in obtaining it with your Chinese Visa and valid passport. It is recommended to start the application process for the Tibet Travel Permit at least 20 days in advance.

  • How to prevent altitude sickness when taking the Tibet train?

    You won’t feel a thing in the initial part of the train journey. The altitude ascent begins as Tibet train leaves Xining to Lhasa, especially when passing Tanggula Pass (5072m). The oxygen supply system will activate automatically after the train passes Golmud. Just keep calm and drink enough water.

    It’s common to have mild symptoms like a headache and dizziness and shortness of breath. If you need, you can ask for an oxygen tube from the conductor and insert it into oxygen outlet in the train cabin or in the corridor to inhale oxygen. Don’t eat too much and never catch a cold.

  • Is it safe to take the Tibet train?

    It’s pretty safe to take the Tibet train. The train staff will patrol different carriages every so often. If you need something, just reach the nearby staff. The expertly-designed Tibet train is also able to function well in the harsh environment on the Tibetan Plateau and guarantee enough oxygen and warmth in the train cabin.

  • What to eat on Tibet train?

    You can get traditional Chinese dishes while aboard the train. At meal times, the staff will push a food trolley, loaded with soft drinks, boxed meal and instant noodles, snacks for sale in the different carriage. If you prefer some formal dishes, you can go to dining cabin, where the chef will make tasty Chinese cuisine for you. The price ranges from 15-50CNY for each dish.

  • Can I have a shower on Tibet train?

    There are no shower facilities in the train. You can go the washing area to wash your face or hands. And the hot water served on Tibet trains are only for drinking. Since it may be dangerous to catch a cold on soaring Tibetan plateau, you need to pay attention to keep yourself warm.

  • How to book a Tibet train tour?

    Well, it’s quite easy. Just check the Tibet train tours from one of the gateway cities, like Beijing or Shanghai. Then email us your inquiry and after a thorough discussion with our friendly travel consultant, you can get your perfect Tibet train itinerary settled, before you pay the down payment and sign the contract.

Tibet Train Life and Facilities Onboard

What’s Tibet train like when travelling in it? What to expect in a soft sleeper or hard sleeper, etc.? What am I supposed to do if I have altitude sickness? etc. Check the most-read articles concerning the onboard life and facilities on Tibet train.

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