October 2025

Nyingchi is called the “Switzerland of Tibet,” and today we found out why! Even with zero visibility at Namcha Barwa and unexpected October rain, seeing the 3,000-year-old King of Cypress and the misty Lulang Forest felt like stepping into a Chinese ink painting. Not to mention, my first time seeing snow!

A 5 AM morning call is rough, but flying into Nyingchi made it all worth it. From the incredible snow-capped mountain views out the plane window to our first taste of Lulang Stone Pot Chicken, here’s why Nyingchi is the best (and greenest!) place to start a Tibet trip.

Finally, departure day! We’re kicking off our 13-day Tibet adventure with a flight to Chengdu. From the gorgeous new T2 “Wonderfall” to my new favorite airline Sichuan Airlines, here’s how our journey began before the early flight to Nyingchi.

Spent 13 days exploring Tibet — from the lush valleys of Nyingchi and sacred lakes like Yamdrok Tso and Namtso, to the spiritual heart of Lhasa and the once-in-a-lifetime journey to Everest Base Camp. This guide shares our full itinerary, experiences, and practical travel tips for high-altitude travel.