What documents require entering
Tibet and how can I obtain visa permit?
As a foreign tourist or mountaineer to enter Tibet you must
have a valid passport. You should also possess a visa issued
by a Chinese Embassy unless from a country that has visa
exemption agreements with China. A Chinese Visa will not
entitle you to travel to Tibet. The Tibet Tourism Bureau
(TTB), a government agency, also requires a Tibet Entry
Permit.
If you are entering
from China, you still have to obtain permit but Chineese
visa will valid. If you are entering from Nepal, you shall
obtain visa from Kathmandu. We organize Visas and Entry
Permits for you.If you have chineese visa already that will
be automatically canceal. Theyl need to have your tour confirmation
and your passport details (Name, Sex, Nationality, and Date
of Birth, Passport Number, and Occupation) for submittal
to TTB.
What is a "foreign
tourist"?
"Foreign tourist" refers to the people who do
not have a Chinese ID card. Although Hong Kong and Taiwan
are part of China, these citizens still require a Tibet
Entry Permit.
Does Tibet tourism
authority allow individual tourist?
Yes, you can travel but a guide is necessary. You shall
buy package tours through registered travel agency. For
one person trip cost will be extremely high. You share cost
joining with some other peoples.
How can we find
other peoples?
We will find for you, we get in contact a lot of single
peoples who are looking to join with peoples. you can build
with them new friendship, share ideas.
Which national
do you organize most?
We have most clients from Europe, America, Australia, Japan
as well as South America.
Can I travel from
Mainland China or Hong Kong?
Yes, you can travel after receiving advance we will organize
permit for you, send to you by Fax, mail what ever you wish,
you can fly to Lhasa. Upon arrival in Lhasa, our office
representative greets you and transfer to Hotel. If there
some due left, you can make payment upon arrival in Lhasa.
What is the best
season to travel Tibet?
April to October is the best season to travel Tibet, although,
you can travel during winter too but you may not get easily
flight connection to Lhasa and from Lhasa.
How is accommodation
there?
In Lhasa, Tsedang, Shigatse, Gyantse we offer simple guest
house to deluxe hotels but Rongbuk, Xegar, Tingri, Lake
Namtso offers only simple accommodation with few facilities.
What are main places to see in Tibet?
Tibet land of mystery, culture and religious country what
ever interest you have please write us email, accordingly
we sort out itinerary suiting yours interest. Lake Namtso,
Damsung, Yangbazing, , Kailsh Region, Ganden
Monastery, Lhasa, Tsetang, Gyantse, Shigatse, Tingri, etc.
are the most popular places in Tibet. Tours and expeditions
to the mountains of Everest and Kailas and the Kharta area
are also exciting and challenging.
What is the best way to enter Tibet?
By Air - To Lhasa is recommended
from Mainland China and from Nepal, although you can enter
driving from Kathmandu and driving from other part of china,
to get driving from china is long journey and expensive,
as well as hard to group to join.
By Land - There are several
roads through China and Kathmandu, Nepal. Overland trips
are very popular and wonderful scenery is all part of the
experience.
Combination Land/Flight - also
popular is to split the trip into a flight one direction
and drive the other.
What travel tips can be provided to respect
the culture and traditions of local people?
Tibetan people are very kind and hospitable. You can feel
free to talk with them, but there are some items to respect.
What can I do with Tibetan beggars?
Religious beggars are an accepted part of society in Tibet.
Giving money or food to a pilgrim is considered an act of
merit. Donations of two or three Yuan (Chinese currency)
are appropriate.
If beggars are old men and women dressed in
dirty, shredded clothing, or a young child with a monkey
on a chain, you will know these are the professional beggars.
Their actions have less merit than the religious pilgrims
do. Just wave them off as the locals do or simply walk away.
What medicine I should bring for the high
elevation?
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 for the plateau weather?
Tibet's high altitude and the atmosphere allow the sun's
solar radiation to strike the earth with unusual intensity
at all times of year. To protect your eyes and skin, bring
a sunhat, sunglasses, lip balm and lotions sold with SPF
ratings, and/or zinc-oxide cream to provide 100% block-out.
Always bring warm clothes with you even in
the summer season for the temperature in Tibet varies a
lot in the day and night time. Light clothing for daytime
and comfortable walking shoes is recommended.
How is Road Condition in Tibet?
Tibet high plateau, during winter snow covers the many places,
most places road unpaved and now road construction rapidly
going on. Please remember from Nayalam to west Tibet to
Kailash Manasarovar is entire unpaved, dusty and rough driving.
Can I take my kids and family?
Taking kids below 12 years can cause some problem but above
twelve is recommended. You can travel around Lhasa, Tsedang
where all the facilities are available.
Can I get English speaking Guide?
Sure, our Tibet counterpart guides speak English and well
trained, if you are seeking other language speaking like
German, Spanish there are only few numbers we can try for
you.