The Little Tibet Tour
The Little Tibet Tour is Australia Tibet Council’s annual guided tour to Dharamsala, India — the heart of Tibet in exile.
The Little Tibet Tour is a culmination of decades of experience and relationships built in the Tibetan struggle, brought together to give participants the most authentic Tibetan experience of culture, religion and politics in the Tibetan community in exile.
Disclaimer: The above brochure is not an itinerary. The official tour itinerary will be shared prior to departure only to participants with potential additions or changes to the activities mentioned in this brochure.
For enquiries about the trip please email us at tibet.council@atc.org.au
In 2024, the Little Tibet Tour will take place 3 – 14 November.
Register your interest in the tour
Please note this form does not confirm a booking. Individuals who register their interest will be contacted with further information and booking instructions.
ATC will not share your personal information.
FAQs
How much does the tour cost?
The travel quote for Little Tibet Tour 2024 is $4,475 (land only). This includes a $1,200 donation to Australia Tibet Council.
You have to organise your own international flights. We are not including international airfares to provide greater flexibility to your travel arrangements. It also means participants from any part of the world can potentially join the tour.
Can I stay longer in India?
You are most welcome to extend your stay. You have travelled a long way and may like to get the most out of your overseas trip. However please note you are responsible for your additional travel costs and arrangements.
Is there an age limit for participants?
You have to be at least 18 to join our group. Going by past tours, we have had participants of all age groups, mostly in their 50s, 60s and 70s, all united by their shared passion for travel and Tibet.
Is my donation tax-deductible?
ATC is a not-for-profit organisation and registered charity in Australia, however donations are not tax-deductable.
What insurance do I need?
A comprehensive travel insurance is compulsory in order to join our tour. It must provide adequate cover for cancellation, delays in travel, loss or damage to baggage and valuables, medical and hospital expenses for injury or illness, and emergency evacuation.
Can you guarantee the travel cost?
We will try our best to keep the travel costs as quoted. However, they can vary slightly as a result of changes in group size or factors beyond our control. For instance, a significant change in exchange rates. The sooner participants can confirm their trips, the sooner we can lock in the quote.
What is the size of the group?
There can be anywhere from 10-20 people in our group. If we get more than 20 or so participants, we may look at organising two tours – one after another.
How do I register?
Please register your interest using the form above. This is not a confirmation and requires no payment yet.
We will contact to confirm participation. Your place can be confirmed by completing a Tour Booking Form and making a deposit payment of $2,200 by 30 May 2024. The remainder of the tour cost can be paid before 30 Aug 2024.
If you have any questions please don’t hesitate to contact us at tibet.council@atc.org.au
Previous Tours to Dharamsala
Little Tibet Tour 2023
A spiritual beginning to our Little Tibet tour 2023 in Dharamsala – Our participants were granted an exclusive teaching at the Dalai Lama’s temple
Little Tibet Tour 2022
After a hiatus of two years our tour group travelled to Dharamsala in northern India, the heart of Tibet in exile.
Dharamsala Insight Tour 2018
Dharamsala Insight Tour 2018 offers our supporters a unique opportunity to travel to the spiritual and political centre of exiled Tibetans.