How to Enter Tibet?
By Air:
A twice-weekly flight operates between Kathmandu and Lhasa (Air China) from the beginning of April through October
and sometimes till November depending upon the weather
conditions. The 55 minute flight offers spectacular views of the
Himalayas and the southern Tibetan plateau. At times on
Thursdays, the airline operates additional flights during the
months of July, August & September depending upon the load
factor. There are two flights daily from Chengdu to Lhasa & vice
versa.
By Overland:
An approach that has great appeal for hardy and adventurous
travelers is to enter or leave Tibet by road. Nominally,
organized tours must be arranged before you enter Tibet.
Moreover to get into Tibet from outside Tibet from Chengdu or
Kathmandu you have to book a so - called 'tour.'
How to Get Tibet Visa & Permit?
All foreigners except citizen's of China (including Hong Kong,
and Macau), are required to obtain a visa and special permit
before traveling to Tibet. In addition to the visa, it is
necessary to obtain an aliens' travel permit better known as the
"Tibet Travel Permit" for travel in Tibet. Group Size need to be
2person. Tibet Visa issued by Chinese Embassy in Kathmandu.
The visa for China must be obtained in the respective country
from where the clients are residing for - this is especially for
fit travelers. In Kathmandu the visa processing days are Monday,
Wednesday & Friday only. The passport must be deposited on any
of these days between 10 to 11 am & will be returned after a
week.
Visit Nepal-Tibet Treks arranges Visas and Entry Permits. They
will need to have your tour confirmation and your passport
details (Name, Sex, Nationality, Date of Birth, Passport Number,
Occupation) for submittal to TTB.
How is the Currency of Tibet?
Renminbi (RMB). The basic unit is the Yuan. The exchange rate is
about USD 1 = 8.278 CNY (approx.) Banks in Tibet/china are
closed on Saturday & Sunday. So, you are kindly requested to
carry about Few Hundred USD per person in cash over and above
the tour cost to cover your extra expenses for main meals and
others enroute until Lhasa. If it is cash dollars, even local
people help you to get them exchanged in Chinese Yuan.
Travelers cheques & credit cards are very difficult to be
cashed outside the banks especially outside Lhasa
What is the best season for Tibet?
April to October is the high season in Tibet, although, many
festivals and tours are organized in the off season. You may
find even more comfort and hospitality, as there are fewer
tourists.
What are the Major places to Visit?
Lhasa, Shigatse, Lhatse, Gyantse, Mt.Kailash & Mansarovar etc..
There are lots of places to visit but all those are well known
places.
What medicine I should bring for altitude?
In addition to the normal medications for traveling recommended
by your doctor, you should bring some thing to prevent symptoms
of acute mountain sickness. Take time to acclimatize, drink lots
of water and bring purification tablets. People suffering from
heart, lung and kidney diseases should consult a physician
before traveling to Tibet.
What should I bring in Tibet?
Sunglass, Sunhat, necessary cream for skin, Good walking shoes,
sleepers, warm enough clothes, Books to read, Nice & easy light
pack, sometimes you might need to walk cause of road & weather
condition.
Dos & Don'ts in Tibet!
Do not smoke, drink alcohol or make unnecessary noise in
monasteries.
Do not touch, walk over or sit on any religious texts, objects
or prayer flags in monasteries.
Do not kill or because anything to be killed in monasteries
not be intrusive when photographing monasteries especially when
people are performing religious ceremonies.
Always ask for permission.
Do not try to harm vultures, and yaks and sheep wearing red,
yellow or green cloth.
Do not step on the threshold when entering a Tibetan house.
Do not spit before somebody.
Don't put trash in the fire.
Do not engage in public displays of affection.
Do not wear shorts! |
Nepal
OUR SERVICES
FEATURED JOURNEY
TOP DESTINATIONS
