Tibet is quite noted for its long history and splendid culture. Unique Tibetan civilization has been formed in the long history. The mysterious and unique Tibetan culture will be totally presented during Tibetan festivals. Tibet festival tours let you experience the local customs and traditions of the Tibetans from various festivals directly.
This route offers you the chance to experience the festival atmosphere of Saga Dawa. Saga Dawa Festival also named Poor People’s Festival. It will last 15 days. People would also give their alms to the poor people sitting on both sides of the circumambulation and it looks really magnificent. Besides, you can also enjoy the amazing natural landscapes of Yamdrok Lake and explore the Tibetan Buddhism culture in the famous monasteries.
This route offers you the chance to experience the most important and solemn festival for Tibetans – Shoton Festival. Shoton Festival also named Buddha Exhibition Festival and Yogurt Festival. Thousands of Buddhism followers would rush to Lhasa and show their respect to the Buddha. You could enjoy the most solemn Buddha exhibition, the most exultant Tibetan opera, singing and dancing, the yak racing and horse racing during the festival.
This route offers you the chance to experience one of the most solemn festivals for Tibetans – Tibetan New Year. You can take part in or witness the special ceremonies in Potala Palace and various blessing activities in monasteries during the festival. You will be easily touched by the festival atmosphere on Barkhor Street. Besides, you can also make a visit to Norbu Lingka to experience the unique Tibetan garden art.
This route offers you the chance to witness the solemn Buddha exhibition in Tashilhunpo Monastery which has a history of more than 500 years and is different from Buddha exhibitions in other monasteries. You will be surprised by the religious Tibetans and touched by their Tibetan Buddhism culture. Besides, you can also enjoy the amazing natural landscapes of Yamdrok Lake and Yarlung Zangbo River Valley.