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September and October mark the golden autumn in Tibet. After the rainy season, the skies clear up, offering some of the brightest days of the year. With mild temperatures - around 15°C during the day and slightly above zero at night - this is one of the best times to explore Tibet.
During this season, an Everest Base Camp tour from Lhasa is an excellent choice. The clear weather allows you to admire Mount Everest from four different viewpoints, enjoy a close-up view at the base camp, and even spend a night there to witness its breathtaking sunrise, sunset, and a sky full of stars.
September and October are the final months of the year to enjoy a Mount Kailash tour, Lake Manasarovar, and Lake Namtso before winter sets in. Seize this chance to witness these sacred high-altitude landscapes in mild weather, and bathe yourself in the golden light of autumn with Tibet Vista.
Temperature of the Best Places to Visit in September and October
1Everest Base Camp
Sept:
0℃ ~ 20℃ (Temp) / 22mm (Rainfall)
Oct:
-8℃ ~ 17℃ (Temp)/ 2.5mm (Rainfall)
6Mount Kailash
Sept:
0℃ ~ 18℃ (Temp) / 24mm (Rainfall)
Oct:
-7℃ ~ 19℃ (Temp) / 2mm (Rainfall)
2Lhasa
Sept:
8℃ ~ 20℃ (Temp) / 58mm (Rainfall)
Oct:
1℃ ~ 16℃ (Temp) / 9mm (Rainfall)
6Nyingchi
Sept:
10℃ ~ 21℃ (Temp) / 109mm (Rainfall)
Oct:
5℃ ~ 17℃ (Temp) / 38mm (Rainfall)
3Yamdrok Lake
Sept:
5℃ ~ 16℃ (Temp) / 40mm (Rainfall)
Oct:
-3℃ ~ 8℃ (Temp) / 6mm (Rainfall)
4Shigatse
Sept:
5℃ ~ 17℃ (Temp) / 58mm (Rainfall)
Oct:
0℃ ~ 12℃ (Temp) / 7mm (Rainfall)
5Namtso Lake
Sept:
0℃ ~ 12℃ (Temp) / 48mm (Rainfall)
Oct:
-7℃ ~ 7℃ (Temp) / 6mm (Rainfall)
6Kathmandu
Sept:
18℃ ~ 27℃ (Temp) / 212mm (Rainfall)
Oct:
14℃ ~ 25℃ (Temp) / 68mm (Rainfall)
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Most Popular Tibet Small Group Tours in September and October
Enjoy Tibet’s golden travel season in September and October, when the weather is at its best and visitors from around the world come to explore. Reserve your place early on our top-rated small group tours, loved by fellow travelers, and take advantage of our early bird discounts!
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Tour Route: Lhasa - Gyantse - Shigatse - Everest Base Camp - Shigatse - Lhasa
“ We planned this trip with four moments to experience the amazing Mt. Everest, all in one journey. ”
2026 Available Dates & Price:2188 Travelers Joined This Trip in 2025 201 Tourists’ve Booked for 2026View DetailsFrom: US$949 p.p
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Tour Route: Lhasa - Gyantse - Shigatse - E.B.C - Saga - Kailash Trek - Darchen - Lake Manasarovar - Saga - Gyirong - Tingri - Lhasa
“ This is the trip for any of Kailash tourists; the ultimate overland trip of Tibet with 3-day trek & chance to admire Mt.Everest. ”
2026 Available Dates & Price:1104 Travelers Joined This Trip in 2025 147 Tourists’ve Booked for 2026View DetailsFrom: US$2069 p.p
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Tour Route: Lhasa - Gyantse - Shigatse - Everest Base Camp - Gyirong - Kathmandu
“ Travel through the magical Himalayas and experience the beauty of Mt. Everest from four different angles. ”
2026 Available Dates & Price:1628 Travelers Joined This Trip in 2025 181 Tourists’ve Booked for 2026View DetailsFrom: US$989 p.p
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8 Days Driving Across Himalaya Overland Adventure from Kathmandu to Lhasa
Tour Route: Kathmandu - Gyirong - Everest Base Camp - Tingri - Shigatse - Gyantse - Lhasa
“ We provide quality service and wonderful experiences through the Himalayas from Kathmandu and Lhasa. ”
2026 Available Dates & Price:889 Travelers Joined This Trip in 2025 93 Tourists’ve Booked for 2026View DetailsFrom: US$1019 p.p
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10 Days Lhasa to Everest Base Camp, Namtso Lake and Holy Elephant Gate Small Group Tour
Tour Route: Lhasa - Gyantse - Shigatse - EBC - Shigatse - North Tibet Grassland - Bange - Namtso Lake - Holy Elephant Gate - Lhasa
“ Combine the best scenery of Tibet in one go with a rich cultural experience as visiting local villages, teahouses, and monasteries. ”
2026 Available Dates & Price:1006 Travelers Joined This Trip in 2025 84 Tourists’ve Booked for 2026View DetailsFrom: US$1299 p.p
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4 Days Lhasa Impression Small Group Tour: Explore the Heart of Tibet and Mingle with the Locals
Tour Route: Lhasa
“ We'll introduce you to the authentic essence of Lhasa, from iconic landmarks to local teahouses and courtyards within 4 days. ”
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Tour Route: Lhasa - Yamdrok Lake - Lhasa
“ It’s a leisurely journey to downtown Lhasa with a short ride to turquoise Yamdrok Lake, best for family visits to Tibet. ”
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Tour Route: Lhasa - Gyantse - Shigatse- Lhasa
“ Central Tibet offers not only great Monasteries, but also the stunning scenery of Lakes and glaciers on the way. ”
2026 Available Dates & Price: -
5 Days Travel to Sky Lake - Lhasa to Lake Namtso Small Group Tour
Tour Route: Lhasa - Namtso Lake - Lhasa
“ It’s a perfect mix of Tibetan nature and culture, featuring holy lake - Namtso. ”
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Top Things to Do in Tibet in September and October
From stunning landscapes to rich cultural experiences, explore the top things to do in Tibet this September and October with our expert-recommended tour itineraries.
Uncover Everest’s Majesty with Clear Views
With around 29 clear days each month in September and October, this is the best time to enjoy crystal-clear views of the world’s highest peak from four different angles. The perfect weather provides ideal conditions for both small group tours and trekking adventures around Everest.
Not only can you see Everest in all its glory, but other majestic Himalayan peaks also stand clearly visible without obstruction. From the Gawula Mountain Pass, five of the world’s 8,000-meter giants await your discovery.
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![8 Days Private Tour from Lhasa to Everest Base Camp]()
8 Days Private Tour from Lhasa to Everest Base CampView DetailsTour Route: Lhasa - Gyantse - Shigatse - Everest Base Camp - Shigatse - Lhasa
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![9 Days Lhasa to EBC Photography Expedition]()
9 Days Lhasa to EBC Photography Expedition: Capturing the Essence of Tibet Through Your LensView DetailsTour Route: Lhasa - Gyantse - Everest Base Camp - Shigatse - Lhasa
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![11 Days Best of Tibet Tour with EBC]()
11 Days Best of Tibet Tour with EBCView DetailsTour Route: Lhasa - Shigatse - EBC - Lhasa - Nyingchi
Trekking around Mt.Kailash with High Visibility and Mild Weather
The long stretches of sunny days and mild trekking weather in September and October make these two months the ideal time to visit the sacred Mount Kailash and Lake Manasarovar. Gentle sunlight pierces through the clouds, warming the land and driving away the mountain chill.
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![15 Days Kailash and Manasarovar Tour]()
15 Days Kailash and Manasarovar Small Group Tour: A pilgrim’s final fantasy and the greatest overland trip in Tibet.View DetailsTour Route: Lhasa - Gyantse - Shigatse - E.B.C - Saga - Kailash Trek - Darchen - Lake Manasarovar - Saga - Gyirong - Tingri - Lhasa
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![10 Days Kailash Pilgrimage Tour from Kathmandu, via Gyirong Port]()
10 Days Kailash Pilgrimage Tour from Kathmandu, via Gyirong PortView DetailsTour Route: Kathmandu - Gyirong - Saga - Mt.Kailash - Lake Manasarovar - Darchen - Saga - Gyirong - Kathmandu
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![13 Day Lhasa Mt. Everest Mt. Kailash Lake Manasarovar and Kathmandu Adventure Tour]()
13 Days to the Sacred Mt. Kailash and Lake Manasarovar: Most Classic Small Group Tour from Lhasa to KathmanduView DetailsTour Route: Lhasa - Gyantse - Shigatse - EBC - Saga - Darchen - Kailash Trek - Darchen - Saga - Gyirong - Kathmandu
Explore the Essence of Lhasa under Autumn's Sunshine
In September and October, Lhasa bursts into life under golden autumn skies and crisp, pleasant weather. As the harvest season is about to end, local Tibetans flock to the city for pilgrimage, filling the streets with devotion and warmth. It’s the perfect time to soak in authentic Tibetan culture at a relaxed pace, free from the usual crowds.
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![4 Days Lhasa Impression Small Group Tour]()
4 Days Lhasa Impression Small Group Tour: Explore the Heart of Tibet and Mingle with the LocalsView DetailsTour Route: Lhasa
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![5 Days Lhasa and Yamdrok Lake Small Group Tour]()
5 Days Lhasa to Yamdrok Lake Small Group Tour: Take a 360° Tour and Visit the Loneliest Temple in the WorldView DetailsTour Route: Lhasa - Yamdrok Lake - Lhasa
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![5 Days Lhasa Small Group Tour with Three Major Monasteries]()
5 Days Lhasa Small Group Tour with Three Major MonasteriesView DetailsTour Route: Lhasa - Drak Yerpa - Ganden - Lhasa
Travel to Lake Namtso with Holy Elephant Gate
Visiting Lake Namtso in September and October is a magical experience. The Holy Elephant Gate on the northern shore offers stunning views of the lake’s deep blue waters and the snow-capped Nyenchen Tanglha Mountains. With warm days, clear skies, and fewer crowds, it’s the perfect time to enjoy the natural beauty and serene atmosphere of this sacred Tibetan lake.
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![8 Days Central Tibet and Namtso Small Group Tour]()
8 Days Central Tibet and Namtso Lake with Holy Elephant Gate Small Group TourView DetailsTour Route: Lhasa - Gyantse - Shigatse - Lhasa - Namtso Lake - Holy Elephant Gate - Lhasa
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![9 Days Xining to Lhasa and Sacred Namtso Lake Tour]()
9 Days Xining to Lhasa and Sacred Namtso Lake TourView DetailsTour Route: Xining - Qinghai Lake - Xining - Lhasa - Namtso Lake - Damxung - Lhasa
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![12 Days Chengdu, Lhasa, Namtso Lake, and Kathmandu Tour with Tibet Train Experience]()
12 Days Chengdu, Lhasa, Namtso Lake, and Kathmandu Tour with Tibet Train ExperienceView DetailsTour Route: Chengdu - By train - Lhasa - Namtso Lake - Damxung - Lhasa - By flight - Kathmandu
Overland Journey between Lhasa and Kathmandu
A journey across the Himalayas, whether from Lhasa to Kathmandu or vice versa, offers a magical view of the mountains from every angle. In a single trip, you can experience the region’s four seasons: warm and sunny days in Lhasa, golden grasslands along the shores of Yamdrok Lake, snow-capped high mountain passes, and fresh spring greenery in Gyirong Valley.
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![7 Days Private Tour from Lhasa to Everest Base Camp and Kathmandu]()
7 Days Private Tour from Lhasa to Everest Base Camp and KathmanduView DetailsTour Route: Lhasa - Gyantse - Shigatse - Everest Base Camp - Gyirong - Kathmandu
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![8 Days Tibet-Nepal Highway in-depth Travel]()
8 Days Tibet-Nepal Highway in-depth TravelView DetailsTour Route: Lhasa - Gyantse - Shiatse - Sakya - Everest Base Camp - Kathmandu
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![8 Days Lhasa to Kathmandu Overland Tour from Xining by Train]()
8 Days Lhasa to Kathmandu Overland Tour from Xining by TrainView DetailsTour Route: Train from Xining - Lhasa - Gyantse - Shigatse - Everest Base Camp - Gyirong - Kathmandu
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![12 Days Travel from Beijing to Kathmandu across Tibet Plateau, traversing the Beijing-Lhasa Train]()
12 Days Travel from Beijing to Kathmandu across Tibet Plateau, traversing the Beijing-Lhasa TrainView DetailsTour Route: Beijing - Xining - Qinghai Tibet Railway - Lhasa - Shigatse - Everest Base Camp - Gyirong - Kathmandu
Tibet Tour Reviews in September
After the rainy season, Tibet welcomes back its clearest days in September. The weather remains pleasantly warm, the skies turn crystal clear. Let’s take a look at how our guests enjoyed their September journeys in Tibet through their vibrant reviews.
Tibet Tour Reviews in October
As the final autumn month before winter arrives, October offers the last opportunity of the year to visit attractions including Mt. Kailash and Lake Namtso. Take a look at how our valued guests enjoyed their October tours in Tibet through their vivid photos and heartfelt reviews.
Real Tibet Travel Experience in Sept and Oct with Tibet Vista
See how delightful a Tibet tour is with us! Real photos from our former customers.
![Traveler photo: Our beloved guests are spinning the large prayer wheel outside a Tibetan monastery. (September 2025)]()
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![Traveler photo: Colorful prayer flags flutter in the wind on the way from Lhasa to Shigatse. (September 2025)]()
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![Traveler photo: Enjoy a Lhasa to EBC tour in September for a clear view of the world’s highest mountain. (September 2025)]()
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![Traveler photo: The sunset casts a golden glow over the summit of Mount Namchar Barwa. (September 2025)]()
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![Traveler photo: The blue waters of Yamdrok Lake, one of Tibet’s three holy lakes. (September 2025)]()
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![Traveler photo: Our beloved guests take pictures in front of Mt. Kailash before starting the kora. (September 2025)]()
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![Traveler photo: Perched on Red Hill, the Potala Palace is Tibet’s most iconic landmark. (September 2025)]()
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![Traveler photo: On the way from Lhasa to Yamdrok Lake, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to take photos with Tibetan mastiffs. (September 2025)]()
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![Traveler photo: Interacting with Tibetan monks is one of the highlights of a Tibet tour. (September 2025)]()
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![Traveler photo: Local pilgrims praying in front of a Tibetan monastery. (September 2025)]()
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![Traveler photo: The stunning view of Lake Namtso from the north bank features the holy Elephant Gate. (September 2025)]()
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![Traveler photo: The decorated Tibetan yaks along the shore of Yamdrok Lake waited for tourists to take pictures. (September 2025)]()
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![Traveler photo: The clear view of Mount Everest from Gawula pass, one of the best spot the admire the world's highest peak. (October 2025)]()
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![Traveler photo: The beautiful scenery of Lake Manasarovar, the holiest lake in Tibet. (October 2025)]()
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![Traveler photo: Close-up view of the world's highest peak from Everest base camp. (October 2025)]()
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![Traveler photo: The stunning blue water of Yamdrok lake, one of the three holy lakes in Tibet. (October 2025)]()
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![Traveler photo: Tibetan yaks graze on the golden grassland in Nyingchi. (October 2025)]()
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![Traveler photo: Local Tibetans sitting on the bench, against the yellow wall. (October 2025)]()
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![Traveler photo: Exploring the monasteries is a great way to learn Tibetan culture. (October 2025)]()
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![Traveler photo: Photo taken in Nyingchi, along the shore of Basumtso lake. (October 2025)]()
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![Traveler photo: You can encounter occasional snow at high mountain pass during an overland Tibet tour in October. (October 2025)]()
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![Traveler photo: Sunset cast a golden glow over the roof of Tibetan monastery. (October 2025)]()
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![Traveler photo: Our beloved guests take photo in front of the Potala Palace, the most iconic landmark of Tibet. (October 2025)]()
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![Traveler photo: October offers the last window of visiting Mt.Kailash as the harsh weather in winter makes Kailash tour unavailable. (October 2025)]()
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FAQs about Tibet Tour In September And October
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How about Tibet weather in Sept. and Oct.? And what to wear?
September and October are the autumn months in Tibet, and the weather cools down as the rains dissipate across the plateau. The natural landscapes are still green and verdant from the rainy season, and while the weather is cooler, it is brighter, with more sunshine and few clouds.
Temperatures range from as low as -7 to around 8 degrees at night, and can be as high as 20 degrees during the day. Overall, the autumn weather, with the falling leaves, is one of the best times to visit the plateau region.
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What are the best festival to enjoy in Sept. and Oct.?
Bathing Festival, also known as Garma Ri Gi in Tibetan, usually falls on the first ten days of July in Tibetan calendar when Venus appears in the sky. During this festival, the local people washing away the grime of the previous year in an act of purification that coincides with the week- long. Legend goes that bathing at this period is beneficial to health. For a whole week, from morning to evening, Tibetans of all ages go to the rivers to take a holy bath. The rivers are full of people as young and old people and families all participate.
According to Tibetan Buddhism, the water in Tibet at this time has eight advantages: sweet, cool, soft, light, clear, clean, unharmful to throat, nor to belly. Judged from the natural environment and climate of Tibet, the river water has a relatively high temperature and is suitable for bathing. During the seven days, tens of thousands of Tibetan men and women go to river or lake to have baths. The tents, big or small, dot the beach and Lingka into a colourful world.
Pabang Dangkuo Festival is the most important festival held in Reting Monastery north of Lhasa. Pabang Dangkuo Festival in Reting Monastery was only purely religious prayer activity and then gradually developed into an integrative festival including varied entertainments and goods exchange.
Pabang means big stones, Dang glass lawn. Pabang Dang, called holy place by Lamas, is located in the western side of Reting Monastery, the first temple of Kadampa built in Tangguo village, Linzhou Country, which is 240 kilometers away from the north of Lhasa. Jiang Bai Duo Ji is the lord Buddha in the Reting Monastery. In the date of festival, devout worshippers come to present offerings, chant sutras, pray from thousands miles away. The Pabang Dangkuo Festival falls on every July 15th of Tibetan calendar.
Each August in Tibetan Calendar, the Ongkor Festival is held in farming areas to celebrate the bumper harvest; 'Ongkor' in Tibetan means 'surrounding the farmland.' The celebrations include horse racing, shooting, dancing and singing, Tibetan traditional Opera, stone lifting and wrestling, people show all their contentment and happiness on bumper harvest during the festival celebration. The “Ongkor” is also a good time for farmers to have a rest. Since crops ripen in different times, the festival is held accordingly.
The Ongkor Festival comes from the middle and lower reaches of the Yarlung Zangbo River. In the village, people initially offered sacrifices to gods to pray for a good harvest. Tsedang in Shannan Region holds the Ongkor Festival in mid-summer.
Yak Festival was regarded as god and became the best sacrifice for divinities. Then, the Yak Festival finally emerged. It starts from the 15th day of the 8th month in Tibetan calendar and usually lasts more than 10 days or even one month sometimes, with generally more than 1,000 people.
During this festival, people will ask 'heiba'(wizard) to recite scriptures, play yak horn and kill tens of yaks or over 100 sheep, drinking freely and talking noisily. Because of the high expenses, this large-sized fair was held only once in almost one century.
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Why Sept. and Oct. are the best time to trek Tibet?
With the clearer weather after the summer months and the bright sunny skies, September and October are the best time of year for trekking. The rains have gone and the clouds with them, and views of the mountain summits are better and clearer. The autumn is also the time of the falling leaves, and the colors of reds, golds, and brown cover the forests with a multi-colored carpet.
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Where can I join the autumn harvest with local Tibetans?
One of the best places to join in with the Ongkor Festivities is in Shigatse Prefecture, which is one of the major farming regions of Tibet. The rural villages that lie along the banks of the Yarlung Tsangpo River as it crosses the plateau are farming villages, and the Ongkor is held every year, at its changeable date, across the region.
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Can I visit Lake Namtso, Mount Kailash and Lake Manasarovar in late October?
September and October are actually one of the best times of year to travel to the more remote areas of Tibet. Travel to Lake Namtso is easier, with no rains and clear bright weather all the way. It is also a great time to view the lake with the late autumn sun shining on the placid waters.
It is also a great time to head for Mount Kailash and Lake Manasarovar, in Ngari, while the weather is at its best for tackling the Kailash Kora Trek or the Lake Manasarovar kora Trek.
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Shall I avoid visiting Tibet in Golden Week Holiday (Oct.1-7)?
The Golden Week in China is one of the biggest holidays in the country, and is held as part of the National Day celebrations, when all Chinese are on their holidays. In Tibet, this means that the number of tourists traveling to the plateau increases massively, and the whole plateau region gets crowded.
If you are planning a trip to Tibet, it is best to avoid this period, as it can cause problems with accommodation and transport to the plateau.
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