Easter in Tibet 2027
Easter Sunday is 28 March 2027, and late March and early April are a fine time for Lhasa, Yamdrok Lake and Everest Base Camp. This page answers the questions we are asked most about travelling in Tibet at Easter, from our own office in Lhasa.
Is Easter a Good Time to Visit Tibet?
Yes, quite a good time. Late March and early April bring clear skies and the best views of the year at Yamdrok Lake and Everest Base Camp. In Nyingchi, the peach blossom festival turns whole valleys pink. It is also the quiet season, so most places have few tourists and lower prices — a good time for photography and for a trip that costs less.
Many people think Tibet must be cold at this time, because it is the end of winter. In fact the days are sunny, and in the sun you feel warm. That is why most homes in Lhasa have no heating. On high passes such as the Gampala Pass above Yamdrok Lake, and at Everest Base Camp, it is very windy, and nights are cold everywhere.
Weather in Tibet at Easter
| Place | Day | Night |
|---|---|---|
| Lhasa (3,650 m) | 14–16°C | 0 to −3°C |
| Shigatse | 12–15°C | −3 to −6°C |
| Everest Base Camp (5,200 m) | 7–10°C | −8 to −12°C, strong wind |
| Nyingchi | 15–17°C | 2–4°C, peach blossom season |
The difference between day and night is large, and the wind can make it feel colder. Skies are mostly clear, which is why the views of Everest and the turquoise colour of Yamdrok Lake are at their best now. For month-by-month details, see Tibet weather in March and Tibet weather in April.
Is Everest Base Camp Open at Easter?
Yes. At this time of year there is no road block on the way to Everest Base Camp, unless there is an unexpected heavy snowfall. Guesthouses and star-rated hotels on the way are open for tourists. In April the climbing teams set up their tents at the foot of the north face, so you may see the expedition camp too.
What Else Is Open: Namtso Lake and the High Passes
Most of Tibet is fully open at Easter, including the Potala Palace, the monasteries and the roads to Yamdrok Lake, Gyantse, Shigatse and Everest. The exception is Namtso Lake in North Tibet, the coldest part of the region. If snow falls, the icy road up to the viewpoint may close for the day. It is not closed every day, but if Namtso is a must for you, we plan a flexible day for it.
What Is Special About Tibet at Easter
Peach blossom in Nyingchi. In late March and April the wild peach trees of Nyingchi flower against the snow peaks, and the Peach Blossom Festival is held. Walking through the valleys feels like being in a fairy tale. Nyingchi is also lower than Lhasa, so starting your trip here gives you a much easier start: two days among the blossom while your body gets used to the altitude. See our Nyingchi tours.
The spring ploughing ceremony. In villages around Lhasa, Shigatse and Shannan, farmers hold the first ploughing of the year. They wear their finest traditional clothes. Oxen and tractors are dressed with white khata scarves and bells. Elders burn incense, say prayers and offer barley wine and chemar, the traditional grain box, to bless the land for a good harvest. It marks the start of the whole farming year. More about Tibet’s calendar: Tibetan festival calendar.
Where to Go in Tibet at Easter
- Lhasa: the Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple, Barkhor Street, Sera Monastery and the Tibet Museum, before the summer crowds.
- Nyingchi: peach blossom under the snow peaks in late March and April — and, lower than Lhasa, a much easier start.
- Yamdrok Lake, Gyantse and Shigatse: the spring ploughing in the villages along the way.
- Everest Base Camp: open, with clear views; in April the climbing teams set up their tents below the north face.
- Namtso Lake: possible, but snow can close the road for a day, so we plan a flexible day.
- Mount Kailash: the season starts in late April, so an early Easter is too early for the kora.
Crowds and Prices at Easter
Easter is not a busy time in Tibet. Hotels are at late low-season prices and most places are quiet, with few tourists. The one exception is Nyingchi during the peach blossom season: hotels there are very expensive and Chinese-speaking guides are in short supply, so book early if Nyingchi is part of your plan.
Our Easter Small Group Departures 2027
Small groups of 3–8 travellers, assembling in Chengdu — or join from Xining on the Tibet train and meet the group in Lhasa. No deposit to hold a seat.
- Saturday 27 March 2027 — Easter Weekend Departure: 5 Days Lhasa & Yamdrok Lake (farewell 1 April, from US$560) or 8 Days Lhasa–Everest Round Trip, Relaxed (farewell 4 April, from US$831).
- Thursday 1 April 2027 — Easter Departure: 7 Days Lhasa & Everest Round Trip (farewell 8 April, from US$775) or 9 Days Everest & North Tibet Grassland Loop (farewell 10 April, from US$915).
See all dates on our small group departures page. Prefer your own dates? Every tour also runs as a private trip.
Which Tour Fits Your Easter Holiday?
- About one week free: 5 days in Lhasa and Yamdrok Lake, or 7 days to Everest Base Camp and back.
- About two weeks: 8 or 9 days with Everest, or start in Nyingchi for the peach blossom and add Lhasa and Everest — up to 12 days.
What to Pack for Tibet at Easter
- Sunglasses — the sun at this altitude is very strong.
- Sun cream, to protect your skin from the strong sun.
- A warm jacket — rooms can be cool on cloudy days, in any season.
- A down jacket for Everest Base Camp: nights there are well below freezing at this time of year.
- T-shirts or shirts and trousers for the warm, sunny days in Lhasa.
Families and Children at Easter
We advise not to bring children under three years old to the Tibetan plateau. This advice comes from a group of Australian medical researchers who specialised in high-altitude illness and travelled with us — read children and altitude in Tibet. As for every traveller: please do not come to Tibet with a cold. A cold at high altitude can become very dangerous.
How to Book Your Easter Trip to Tibet
The earlier you book, the easier it is for us to secure your seats. Please book at least one month before departure, so there is time for your Tibet permit. There is no deposit. If your Tibet Travel Permit is not issued, you get a full refund — see our terms and conditions for the details. Send us a free inquiry and tell us your Easter dates.
Coming for the Christmas and New Year holidays instead? See Christmas & New Year in Tibet 2026–27.
Frequently asked questions
Is Easter a good time to visit Tibet?
Yes, quite a good time. Late March and early April bring clear skies, the best views of the year at Yamdrok Lake and Everest Base Camp, and peach blossom in Nyingchi. It is also the quiet season, with few tourists and lower prices. Days are sunny and feel warm; nights are cold, and high passes and Everest Base Camp are very windy.
Where should I go in Tibet at Easter?
Lhasa, Yamdrok Lake, Gyantse, Shigatse and Everest Base Camp are all open at Easter, and Nyingchi has peach blossom in late March and April. Namtso Lake is possible but snow can close the road for a day, and the Mount Kailash season starts in late April.
Is Everest Base Camp open at Easter?
Yes. There is no road block to Everest Base Camp at this time of year unless there is an unexpected heavy snowfall, and guesthouses and hotels on the way are open for tourists.
How cold is Tibet at Easter?
Lhasa is about 14–16°C in the day and 0 to −3°C at night. Shigatse is 12–15°C by day and −3 to −6°C at night. Everest Base Camp is 7–10°C by day and −8 to −12°C at night, with strong wind. Nyingchi is the mildest, at 15–17°C by day and 2–4°C at night.
Is Tibet crowded at Easter?
No. Easter is a quiet time in Tibet, with few tourists and late low-season hotel prices. The exception is Nyingchi in the peach blossom season, where hotels are very expensive and guides are in short supply, so book early if you want to go there.
Can I see peach blossom in Tibet at Easter?
Yes. Late March and April is peach blossom season in Nyingchi, when the Peach Blossom Festival is held. Starting your trip in Nyingchi also gives you a much easier start, because it is lower than Lhasa.
Is Namtso Lake open at Easter?
Usually, but not always. Namtso is in North Tibet, the coldest part of the region. If snow falls, the icy road up to the viewpoint may close for the day. It is not closed every day.
How many days do I need for Tibet over the Easter holidays?
With about one week, choose 5 days in Lhasa and Yamdrok Lake or 7 days to Everest Base Camp and back. With about two weeks, you can do 8–9 days with Everest, or up to 12 days starting in Nyingchi for the peach blossom.
How far ahead should I book an Easter trip to Tibet?
The earlier the better, and at least one month before departure, so there is time for your Tibet permit. There is no deposit, and you can cancel at any time for any reason with a full refund, except for any charges made by third parties.
Can I bring children to Tibet at Easter?
We advise not to bring children under three years old to the Tibetan plateau, following the advice of Australian medical researchers who specialised in high-altitude illness. Older children are welcome. Please do not travel with a cold, as it can become dangerous at high altitude.
What should I pack for Tibet at Easter?
Sunglasses and sun cream for the strong sun, a warm jacket, and a down jacket for Everest Base Camp, where nights are well below freezing. T-shirts or shirts and trousers are fine for sunny days in Lhasa.
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