Tibet Travelers

Tibet Travelers

Tibet Travelers
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At Tibet Travelers, we specialize in curating exceptional travel journeys and tours in Tibet, offering personalized care to every traveler for a memorable adventure. Greetings to fellow travelers! Thank you for choosing to explore the China Tibet Autonomous Region, known as the Roof of the World. Your adventure begins, and we are excited to welcome you! Tibet Travelers is a genuine local travel agency founded by Tenzin Dhondup, also known as MC Tenzin, a local Tibetan rapper. I was born near Mount Everest Base Camp, where my family opened a tea house in 2003. This marked the beginning of my journey in tourism. In 2005, I became a tour guide in Lhasa and later served as a sales manager at a local travel agency for two years. In 2016, I launched Tibet Travelers with the motto: "Not the biggest, but dedicated to providing the best service!"
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Cali L
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Jun 2024 • Friends
We only started reaching out to tibet travellers team to get a quote on 3 May and started our travels on 30 May. Tenzin was very responsive and provides good details and links back to his site that we could read up details on. We took a train from xining into lhasa and tenzin assisted with getting the soft sleeper train tickets. We chose to do a private 10 day EBC and namtso tour and it was a really good experience. We were picked up at the train station and welcomed with white scarf (Tibetan tradition) and even got a welcome dinner meal from Tenzin.
We met our guide, Gelek on all 10 days and his english is great and he is responsive to our needs when we let him know our thoughts and he always checks in on us and ensure that we get to choose what food we would like to have as well and he is knowledgeable to share information with us.
The driver(tarzin?) was very nice as well though he spoke little english, but he drove us safely through long driving distance and his car has camping equipments which he allowed us to use one of the day and we went camping in the grasslands which was a terrific experience!
Love the itinerary where the main was staying in EBC and watching everest (main is definitely the sunset) and the 5 peaks at other viewpoints
On our last night in Lhasa, tenzin met us again and treated us to drinks (Lhasa beer) and listened to some feedbacks and looked at our tour photos together with us while we shared our experience and ensured that we are safely back at our hotel to catch our flight home next morning.
Overall, it was a wonderful experience liaising with tibet travellers and the manager, guide and driver provided to us for the tour was amazing and they have good hospitality and lastly to the team at tibet travellers, thank you for having us and taking care of us during these 10 days
Written June 23, 2024
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Dear Miss. Fiona, Thank you so much for taking the time to write such an excellent review for us. We appreciate your positive energy during your trip from Singapore to Lhasa. It was a pleasure to meet you, and I am delighted that our team, including Tour Guide Gelek and Tour Driver Tenzin, was able to make your tour of Tibet a memorable experience. This is the main goal of our travel agency. Thank you for the time we had at the Buddha Bar in Lhasa. Please stay in touch on Instagram ( Tibet Travelers ) for short travel videos to bring back beautiful memories of the journey. Sincerely, Tenzin Dhondup
Written June 23, 2024
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V D
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May 2024 • Couples
We had a fantastic 10-day tour with Tibet Travelers that was a highlight of our 1 month of traveling in China. We chose Tibet Travelers based on 3 factors:

1) it is a local Tibetan company;

2) It was recommended by Lonely Planet; and

3) it had only positive online reviews.

The tour exceeded our expectations. From the moment of the welcoming at the airport until our departure the level of service was outstanding. All our needs were attended to with the highest level of care. Our guide Tenzin Gelek was very knowledgeable, kind and spoke great English. Gelek shared with us the Tibetan history, culture and language, and was also able to find the best local places for lunches and dinners allowing us to meet local people and have a truly Tibetan experience. Our driver, also Tibetan, knew the best spots to stop the car to have a fantastic view of the landscape and to avoid the usual touristy spots filled with crowds. He proved to be a true professional when driving through snowy and narrow mountain roads making us feel safe. The owner of the company, MC Tenzin, made us feel welcomed by meeting us on the first and the last days over a meal making sure that we have a positive experience. As it was just us two people on the tour, Tibet Travelers even slightly adjusted our itinerary to match better our personal interests. Gelek learned that we like walking and enjoy the beauty of remote places so the company included some additional landscape stops and a small hike in our itinerary. We would like to come back to Tibet one day and we will definitely use Tibet Travelers again.
Written June 23, 2024
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Dear Mrs.Victoria, "We, here at Tibet Travelers team, would like to express our gratitude for taking the time to write such a wonderful review. Your happiness during the tour is our greatest achievement. It was a pleasure meeting you in Lhasa. I will make sure to pass your beautiful message to Guide Gelek and Driver. Your positive vibe has an uplifting effect on us. Thank you for choosing to travel with us! May your happiness continue." Please keep in touch with us on Instagram ( Tibet Travelers ) as we share stunning Tibet travel short videos for sweet travel memories! Sincerely, Tenzin Dhondup
Written June 23, 2024
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Oct 2024 • Couples
We enjoyed a 10 amazing days trip around Tibet with Tibet Travelers, and after that we undoubtedly recommend choosing this travel agency to everyone who is interested in spending some days there.

In terms of planning and operative matters they work wonderfully fine and efficiently. We got in touch with them as soon as we got the chinese Visa, sharing with them the plan we wanted to do. They booked all the accommodations and transfers very quickly and managed to get the permission to enter Tibet, as well as the train tickets from Xining. At this respect, we were very happy with their work, as every hotel was wonderful and really comfortable, working as the ideal base point to rest and move around Tibet. The communication with them was friendly and also very efficient, perfectly fluent. They answer to all your questions and doubts almost immediately, what builds an open and trustworthy relationship from the beginning.

Once in Tibet, they picked us up from the railway station and took care of everything. Our guide for the ten days trip, Gelek, was always ready to help us with anything we needed, also very efficiently and friendly. Everyone involved in our trip, also the two drivers who took us around Lhasa for the first days and then up to the Everest base camp through Tibet were very professional. Everything worked put perfectly, just on time and as it needed to be. We were very satisfied with them.

Furthermore, our greatest satisfaction was being able to get in touch and get to know a little bit the tibetan culture. Our guide, Gelek, did a great effort to show us every temple we were interested in, as long as other aspects of their daily routine and culture, which is so appealing.

To sum up, going to Tibet was an amazing and outstanding experience we always dreamt of, and of course it did not disappoint us, it is simply one of the best travels one can do. In order to do so, and from our own experience, Tibet Travelers is the best agency to accomplish it successfully, we would certainly repeat it. Our only regret, just not having spent more days there with them. Because of our tight schedule around China, we were able to enjoy ten days in Tibet, but we do believe it worths at least two whole weeks, just to be able to get really deep inside and enjoy your time there quietly, finding moments of real connection with the tibetan atmosphere.
Written November 2, 2024
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Dear Mrs. Sara and Mr. Hector, Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a beautiful review for us! Your kind words inspire us to work even harder and keep improving so we can offer the best experiences to all the travel enthusiasts who join us. Here in Lhasa, we’re all grinning from ear to ear, reading your lovely and cheerful review. It truly is the best reward we could ask for in serving wonderful travelers like you. Thanks again! We can’t wait to see you both again soon for an even longer adventure in Tibet. We really appreciate your love for nature, culture, and everything beautiful. Please stay in touch. Wishing you and your loved ones excellent health and wealth. Warmest wishes, The Tibet Travelers Team
Written November 11, 2024
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Meander40738596474
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May 2024 • Friends
My Tibet trip with Tibet Traveller was beyond amazing. My friend and I joined their private 10-day tour in June 2024. The manager, Tenzin, was very prompt in responding and ensured everything was well-organized. He secured soft sleepers for our 19-hour train ride from Xining to Lhasa.

Tenzin also upgraded our accommodation at EBC for our comfort, providing a room with a heater and a direct view of Mount Everest, which we truly appreciated.

Both our driver and tour guide were local Tibetans, making us feel at ease throughout the trip. Our tour guide, Gelek, was knowledgeable, helpful, reliable, and experienced, teaching us about Tibetan culture and history. Our experienced driver, who was passionate about picnics, had the necessary equipment in the car. We enjoyed a picnic with a stunning view of the glacier mountains, which was a memorable experience.

I strongly recommend Tibet Travelers to anyone planning a trip to Tibet.
Written June 17, 2024
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Dear Miss. Calisa, Thank you for contacting us. It was a pleasure to arrange your journey to Tibet. Once again, thank you for taking your precious time to write an excellent review for us. It's the best gift for us. We will work harder to provide the best service we can to our precious travelers like you. Thank you for your time in Buddha Bar and for sharing your stories of life in Singapore; you are a beautiful soul. May you find your beautiful soulmate soon and travel together to Tibet. I will make sure to pass your beautiful review to Guide Gelek and Driver Tenzin. Please keep in touch on Instagram (Tibet Travelers) to bring back good memories. Sincerely, Tenzin Dhondup
Written June 23, 2024
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green_honu
Lugano, Switzerland122 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2024 • Couples
Great experience for our trip from Xining by train to Kathmandu. We paid almost all of the bill on the spot, with a small deposit upon confirmation. Tenzin, the owner, is very attentive and answered every question asked by email or chat. We recommend installing wechat and alipay for transactions. In general I had the impression that it is better to settle the bill and give tips with the Yuan. The guide and driver both super cute, nice and competent. Kelsang drove cautiously and his driving style was highly appreciated. The Gelek guide very helpful and experienced. Absolutely recommended.
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Written November 10, 2024
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Caro signor Benjamin e signora Jenny, Grazie mille per aver prenotato un tour in Tibet con noi. È stato un vero piacere organizzare il vostro viaggio attraverso gli splendidi paesaggi del Tibet, partendo dal pittoresco viaggio in treno da Xining a Lhasa. Siamo orgogliosi di fornire un servizio eccezionale e siamo lieti di sapere che sei soddisfatto della tua esperienza. Ci auguriamo che il tuo viaggio sia pieno di momenti memorabili e che la maestosa bellezza del Tibet lasci un ricordo indelebile. Il nostro team si impegna a garantire che ogni aspetto del tuo viaggio soddisfi e superi le tue aspettative e la tua soddisfazione è la nostra più grande ricompensa. Possiate entrambi continuare a godere di buona salute, felicità e prosperità in tutti i vostri sforzi futuri. Se mai decidessi di esplorare destinazioni più mozzafiato, saremo onorati di aiutarti ancora una volta. Cordiali saluti, squadra dei viaggiatori del Tibet
Written November 11, 2024
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Víctor G
Basel, Switzerland13 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2024 • Family
Tibet has been a life changing journey and it would have been impossible without the constant support of Tenzin, the manager and above all, the impressive work of Gelek, our guide!

We were a little bit concerned about the whole process but Tenzin was always there to support and provide an answer to all our questions in a timely and super efficient manner. Also, he took our desires and wishes seriously as we did not want the typical tour but more than a personalized one with a focus on nature, hikes and deep Tibetan culure! And Tenzin did magic and prepared an amazing journey!

The highlight of our trip was Gelek, our tour guide. He was not only extremely knowledgeable but also he always took care of us, really outstanding personality and always making the best of every part of the journey!

We visited Shigatse, Ganden, Yerpa Meditation Caves, Tidrum nunnery (what an experience), Namtso lake and a couple of glaciers and Lhasa, of course! I would say it was simply breathtaking! And I would choose these people again and again and again! Totally recommended!
Written November 13, 2024
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Dear Mr. Victor, From the very first email exchange to our most recent communications, it has been a genuinely wonderful experience assisting you in planning your remarkable adventure in Tibet. Interacting with you and arranging your journey has indeed been a highlight for us. Your choice to travel with us is greatly appreciated, and we are deeply grateful for you taking the time to craft such a thoughtful and positive review. We are honored to have received such a glowing review from you. It is immensely satisfying to hear that you found your experience with us fulfilling and enjoyable. Moreover, we are delighted to be embraced as part of your extended family here in Lhasa. Such connections are the essence of what we strive to achieve through our services. Hearing that you had a wonderful time on your tour is the best feedback we could hope for. We take great pride in creating memorable experiences for our guests, and your kind words reaffirm our commitment to excellence. May you continue to enjoy good health and happiness. We sincerely hope that we will have the pleasure of welcoming you back to Tibet in the future for another extraordinary adventure. Once again, thank you so much for your support and considerate review. Warmest regards, Team Tibet Traveler
Written November 18, 2024
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Zainab
Singapore, Singapore13 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2024 • Couples
This was our first time travelling to Tibet and we did not know what to expect, but with the efficient facilitation from Tenzhin beforehand, the process was made smooth even before the adventure began.

We would also like to specially thank our guides - Dolmas for the Lhasa part of the trip as well as the outskirt parts of the trips. They are very knowledgeable on the history and culture of Tibet.

During our trip, we severely underestimated how altitude sickness could affect but our guides were always there with us to take care of us and cater to our needs. We especially have to thank them and Tenzhin for adjusting the itinerary as we were unwell at the second part of the trip. The changes were made swiftly and amendments / facilitation for hotel bookings were immediate. It was a relief and comfort for us.

As much as Tibet is filled with beautiful landscapes and rich in culture and history, it is the people who truly touched our hearts. Thank you Dolmas and Kelsang (our driver) for opening your hearts to us and home and sharing your stories and personal experiences. It truly made this experience one of a kind. We will bring back home your dreams and aspirations for the future. Thank you for blessing us throughout the trip.

For whoever is planning a trip to Tibet, pls do consider this agency. You will not be disappointed. :)
Written October 26, 2024
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Dear Mrs. Zainab, I extend my heartfelt gratitude for providing us with such a beautiful review. It brings us immense joy to know that our service met your expectations. On behalf of everyone at Lhasa, including Tour Guide Drolma and Tour Driver Kelsang, I sincerely appreciate you taking the time to compose such a commendable review. We hope to welcome you back to Tibet in the near future. Wishing you continued health and happiness. Sincerely, Tenzin Dhondup
Written October 27, 2024
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Wei Quan W
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5.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2024 • Couples
I want to give a special shout-out to Tenzin and our guides, Dolma(s), for organizing an incredible 10-day tour in Tibet. Their extensive knowledge of Tibetan culture and unwavering support made our journey truly enjoyable!!

I wholeheartedly recommend them for anyone seeking an exciting, culturally rich, and visually stunning (scenic) trip in Tibet—10 out of 10!
Written October 26, 2024
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Dear Mr. Wei, Thank you so much for choosing Tibet Travelers! Your review means the world to us and is crucial in helping us enhance our services, allowing us to provide exceptional experiences for travelers like you from all corners of the globe. We can’t wait to welcome you back to Tibet soon! Warm regards, Tenzin Dhondup
Written October 27, 2024
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BR082017
London, UK2 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
May 2024 • Couples
We took a 10-day tour to Everest Base camp and Lake Namtso and it was an amazing experience. This tour company is highly recommended. Tenzin was very responsive and the paperwork was handled in good time without any problems. We enjoyed meeting him in Lhasa and he made sure we felt welcomed. Our guide Gelek was excellent. He was very friendly, knowledgeable and adapted the tour to suit us. The driver was professional and skilled and we felt safe. His car was spacious and comfortable.
Written June 23, 2024
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Dear Mr. Benjamin, Thank you for taking the time to provide us with such a wonderful review. It was a pleasure organizing the tour for you. Wishing you excellent health and wealth. Please stay in touch with us on Instagram (Tibet Travelers) for amazing short travel videos from Tibet, creating lovely travel memories. Sincerely, Tenzin Dhondup
Written June 23, 2024
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JaGo
Luqu County, China2 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jun 2024 • Couples
My girlfriend and I did a private tour with Tibet Travellers for 10 days in Lhasa, a tour to Everest Base Camp seeing some amazing landscapes, returning to Lhasa and finishing with a day at Ganden Monastery. We found the agency through Lonely Planet. Throughout the planning we had very good contact with Tenzin Dondhup, he even gave us a very warm welcome in Lhasa. We went by train from Xining and the organisation of the tickets worked out just fine!
Everything was very well organized, the hotels were comfortable and very well located, and our driver Nurgial took us securely from one place to another.
The best of course was our guide Gelek. He has a ton of experience. We learned so much about Tibet, its culture and religion and were very well cared for, always with a friendly smile.
Our tour with the agency was a great experience and we highly recommend it!!
Written June 23, 2024
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Dear Mr. Jannis Godulla, Thank you for your beautiful review of our services. It is the best gift for us. We are grateful to Lonely Planet for referring you to us. We are thrilled that you had a great time with us. It was our pleasure to arrange your tour. Wishing you great health and wealth. Please stay in touch on Instagram (Tibet Travelers) for stunning short travel videos of Tibet to bring back good memories of the trip. Sincerely, Tenzin Dhondup
Written June 23, 2024
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