Emergency Report: Tibet Train Ticket is Nearly Sold Out! Be Quick if You Need One

Tourism to Tibet has increased in the years since the opening of the Qingzang Railway in 2006. It now accommodates millions of visitors every year from China and abroad, and is one of the most popular tourist destinations for people wanting an alpine vacation.

Qingzang Railway

Peak Season Ticket Availability

Booking tickets, however, can sometimes be hard in the peak season, due to the high demand by tourists to the region. July and August are the peak months for tourism in Tibet, and during that period, it is best advised to book early for tickets on the trains to Tibet, even from Xining. Normally, it is better to book tickets for the Tibet train at least 3-6 months in advance, as the railway ticket offices give preference to customers who booked early.

It is best advised to book early for tickets on the trains to Tibet

Trains from the stations across China – including Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, and Chengdu – are normally fully booked in advance, and it is almost impossible to get a ticket during the peak season unless you have booked early. These cities are normally the first choice for foreign visitors traveling to Tibet, and tickets for the trains often sell out early on in the season.

Xining Railway Station

Xining has a higher number of tickets available for travelers, due to the train from Xining pulling almost twice as many carriages as those from the rest of China. However, even there it can get busy during the peak months, and getting a ticket for a certain travel date may prove to be a challenge.

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Get in Touch to Book Now

Booking early is always the best option, and as of this time, tickets to Lhasa on the Qingzang railway are almost sold out for the peak months of July and August. If you need a ticket for those months, or are planning to travel to Tibet during the peak season, you would be best advised to get in touch and book it now, before they are sold out.

Booking early is always the best option

At ChinaTibetTrain, we have a block of tickets for booking for our clients every year for the Tibet trains. If you are ready to book your train tour to Tibet, get in touch with us now, so that we can ensure you get tickets for the dates you want to travel.

Lhasa Railway Station

Chinese ticket offices have reservation plans for travel agencies, which allow them to pre-book a certain planned number of tickets on a yearly, quarterly, and monthly basis. However, it is still best to book early to ensure you get the tickets, especially if you are restricted in the dates you can travel. The chances of getting tickets within 30 days of your expected date of departure could be impossible, especially at this time of year.

Tibet Train is Cheaper than Flying

The train to Lhasa from the major locations in China is relatively cheap, compared to flying. And it has become increasingly popular for Chinese families to holiday in Tibet, as the region is one that is shrouded in mystery, and holds a huge attraction for family holidays, especially for Chinese Buddhists.

Book the train ticket and begin your trip to Tibet

The increase in internet accessibility in China has made it easier for Chinese to book tickets for the Tibet trains. However, as Tibet is a big tourist destination, tickets do sell out quickly all year round. Sleeper tickets often sell out within a short time after they become available. The best way to secure your ticket for the train is to book it through a reputable travel agency, such as chinatibettrain.com, who can provide the tickets, the tour to Tibet, and the permits required for travel in Tibet.

So if you are ready to book your trip and need your tickets for a certain date, get in touch with us, so that we can arrange the perfect trip for you.