Tibet Travel Guides
How to Enter Tibet
Entering from NepalBy Air: So far, there are two direct flights between Lhasa and Kathmandu, run by Sichuan Airline and Air China. The best thing about flying to Tibet from Nepal is the stunning bird’s-eye view of the Himalayas including Mt. Everest, the world’s highest peak.By Road: This is the most common ...
Read moreFestivals in Tibet
Tibet is as much of a cultural tour as it is a scenic one. So, make sure you catch some of the festivals here to experience Tibet truly. The following are the most important Tibetan celebrations:1. Tibetan New Year: December 28-29 on Tibetan Calendar-This is the most important celebration in ...
Read moreElectricity
In Tibet, the power sockets are of types A, C, and I. The standard voltage is 220 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz. If the standard voltage in your country is between 220 – 240 V (as in the UK, Europe, Australia, and most of Asia and Africa) ...
Read moreWhen is the Best Time to Visit Tibet
May to September is the most popular season to visit Tibet. The weather is warm with clear skies. The snow/ice starts melting in April clearing the blocked roads and making it easier for you to visit various Tibetan townships. However, since this is the peak season, the prices are at ...
Read moreTravel Insurance
To be adequately protected in terms of insurance, you will need specialist travel insurance for participation in hazardous activities. A travel insurance policy that covers helicopter evacuation, trip cancellation, injury, death, lost baggage, theft, liability, medical treatment, and expenses is strongly recommended. Make sure the insurance covers all the activities ...
Read morePlaces to see in Tibet
Tibet is a magical land of monasteries, mountains, and sacred lakes. Here are ten must-see places in Tibet1. The Potala Palace- It is an impressively vast and ancient building complex located northwest of Lhasa alongside the MarpoRi (Red Mountain). It was built in 637 as the royal palace for then ...
Read moreTravel and Visa Inforamtion
Flying out to Tibet requires a Chinese visa and a Tibet Travel Permit which can both be acquired in Kathmandu with the help of a travel company (Tibet via Nepal). A valid visa for China isn't the same as a Tibet Travel Permit. Those with a Chinese traveler visa will ...
Read moreBanking and Foreign Exchange
Tibet's currency is also the Renminbi (RMB) just like the rest of China. You can also use US dollars in Tibet, but not all the shops accept dollars, and even when they do you don't get a fair exchange rate. Only limited hotels accept credit cards. ATMs are not available ...
Read moreDrinking water in Tibet
It is not wise to drink tap water or ice made from tap water. Most hotels in urban areas including Lhasa boil the water first before serving them hot or cold. However, when trekking in the more remote areas you should boil your own water or treat it with water-purification ...
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