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Explore Lhasa's spiritual treasures, including the iconic Potala Palace and sacred Jokhang Temple, where centuries of Tibetan Buddhist heritage come to life.
Trek through stunning high-altitude landscapes, discovering remote monasteries and hermitages nestled in the Himalayas' majestic wilderness.
Immerse yourself in authentic Tibetan culture, from lively monastic debates to traditional butter tea ceremonies and bustling local markets.
Experience the perfect blend of adventure and culture, combining breathtaking hikes with deep encounters into Tibet's living traditions.
Tibet travel permit and all other necessary permits to Tibet
All entrance ticket fees for a Personal knowledgeable English-speaking Tibetan local tour guide
Personal comfortable, clean and safe vehicle with reliable Tibetan local driver; vehicle ranging from 4WD land cruiser to minibus depending on your group size
All lodging listed in the itinerary; it's your decision about the accommodation class: luxury 5-star international hotel, comfortable 4-star hotel, economic 3-star hotel or budget hostel, guesthouse or tent. Please tell us your accommodation preference when submitting the enquiry; we will arrange the best-value hotels for you
Domestic flight/train tickets listed in the itinerary
All meals listed in the above itinerary
Tourist accident/casualty insurance
First aid kit
International flight to and out of China
Chinese visa (Note: we could help you with the Chinese visa application, like providing the invitation letter, presenting the hotel or domestic flight reservation copies, etc that you may need.)
Domestic flight/train not listed in the itinerary. (We can provide you the domestic flight/train ticket booking service at the BEST discount price; please contact us our travel experts for the details.)
Meals not specified in the itinerary; usually it costs about USD3-15 per person for one meal in TAR (Tibet Autonomous Region).
Tips and gratitude to tour guide and driver
Personal expenses, like laundry, phone call, snacks, soft drinks (please do the best to avoid the alcoholic beverages during your Tibet trip), optional tour activities, etc.
Application of Tibet Permits for Foreigners and Taiwanese
Foreigners (including overseas Chinese) need to provide information to the Tibet Tourism Bureau to apply for“Tibet Travel Permission”. You need to provide documents according to our guidance.
If you are coming to China for tourism purpose with“L” Chinese tourist visa, you need to provide clear and complete passport page images and Chinese visa images.
If you are working, studying, residing in China, or visiting China for business, in addition to your passport and visa images, you also need to provide certificate from your Chinese company or school.
If you plan to enter Tibet directly from Nepal, you need to personally visit the Chinese Embassy in Kathmandu to apply for a Chinese visa(Single Entry 30 days). Please go to our local office in Kathmandu at least 3 working days in advance, We will arrange all the procedures for your Chinese visa application. If you previously have a Chinese visa, your existing visa will be revoked upon obtaining the new visa. In addition to the visa fee charged by the embassy, you are required to pay an additional $20 service fee for visa processing.
The entire procedure is fully serviced, you just simply provide the documents to our travel agency. The deadline for submitting the application is 10 working days before the tour departure. If want to go to Mt.Kailash, you need to send the documents to us 15-20 working days in advance.
Once all approval procedures are completed, we will send the Tibet Travel Permission to your designated address via email or mail (within China only). When boarding the train/flight, the staff at the port will check your Tibet Travel Permission, please ensure its proper safekeeping.
More Tour Notices
Before applying for the Tibet Travel Permit, please ensure that your passport has a validity period of at least 6 months.
When entering Tibet from Kathmandu, China visa needs to be processed in Kathmandu. Please do not apply in your home country in advance. If tourists previously had a long-term valid Chinese visa, it will be replaced with a 30-day valid group tourist visa when applying in Kathmandu.
Only Chinese Yuan is accepted in Tibet. If you need Chinese Yuan, you can exchange it with US dollars locally or withdraw cash from ATMs.
Maintain good health before entering Tibet and avoid catching a cold.
When traveling on transportation to Tibet, both the airport and train station will check the Tibet Travel Permit. Please keep this official document safe and avoid writing or drawing on it.
Before traveling to Tibet, please confirm that you have received the Tibet Travel Permit and check and verify your personal information.
People with serious hypertension, heart disease, asthma, pregnant women, etc., are not recommended to travel to Tibet.
If worried about altitude sickness after entering Tibet, you can take a moderate amount of Rhodiola oral liquid or capsules before entering.
During the Tibet tour, you are required to travel with the group throughout the journey and cannot leave the group activities at will.
Pack vitamins and regular medications in your luggage.
When traveling at high altitudes, drink plenty of water, engage in slow-paced activities, and consume fruits and vitamin supplements.
Avoid smoking and drinking alcohol when you are new to high altitudes.
We offer beneficial Cancellation Policy to our customers.
Most of our clients believe our travel consultants have deep knowledge of the destinations and are very flexible in planning trips. Our guides captivate guests with stories and insights that make each place come alive and ensure tours run smoothly. They are the key to making every trip special and memorable. Lets see loving comments about Silk Road Travel people:
Dear Ms Lesley,
Thank you so much for all your help in arranging our tour and also for your thoughtful gift. We truly appreciate your kindness, professionalism, and the care you put into making everything smooth and enjoyable for us. It was a wonderful experience, and your effort made it even more special.
To Mr Harry and Ms Jane, thank you for being such friendly and knowledgeable tour guides. We enjoyed learning so much throughout the trip, and your warmth and enthusiasm made the journey memorable and fun.
Also, a big thank you to Mr Zhou and Mr Huang for driving us safely and comfortably throughout the trip. We really appreciate your patience, dedication, and excellent service.
Thank you all once again for making this tour such a pleasant and unforgettable experience. Wishing all of you good health and happiness!
