Tibet General Information

Tibet, the Roof of the World, remained unknown to the world until the beginning of the 20th century. The massive, snowy land has exerted an awesome draw on travelers and adventurers ever since. Its majestic scenery, mysterious and exotic religious culture, and wonderful people, reward every tourist with an indelible life long memory!

Tibet, an autonomous region, of China meeting the borders of Nepal, India, Burma and Bhutan. S It covers a massive 1,220,000 square kilometers (470,920 square miles), which is about 12.8 % of the whole of China. With an average height of 4,000 meters above sea level, Tibet is encompassed by some of the world's highest mountains. The Himalayas to the south, the Karakoram to the west, and the Kunlun to the north are the dream lands of all adventurers and mountaineers. Tibetan people are warm and hospitable. Tourists can visit local families and experience the daily life of Tibetan people. Holidays and festivals are the most important days in Tibet. Enjoying the local food and dancing with beautiful Tibetan girls are the most excellent ways to celebrate these joyful times. Buying some typical handicrafts in Barkhor Street or from other authentic vendors may add extra happiness to your visit.

Tips of Tibe Tours

Booking and Visa

Booking with full passport details including sex and occupation should reach us with full Payment at least two weeks prior to the departure of tour. Seven working days should be given to obtain Tibet/China Visa. During this time the client should be in Kathmandu. An Urgent Visa fee will be charged in –case of late arrival.

Cancellation Policy
A cancellation charge of 50% for confirmed booking- upto seven days before departure and after that no refund will be entertained . There will also be no refund on No-Show- Ups and delay in arrivals.

Altitude & Health Tips:
Travelling in Tibet is an adventure involving high altitude and could be strenuous. While most visitors have only minor effect from the altitude, we advise specially the guest with known heart or lungs or blood disease to consult their doctor before traveling. Mild headache, fever, loss of appetite or stomach disorder can take place in a process of acclimatization. Our advice for better acclimatization, drink 4 liter of water minimum a day, do not exhaust yourself so much, breathe deep and take rest more than usual.

Best season: May to August
Clothings: May to October – Light clothings
November to May- Warm Clothings

However, a warm jacket or sweater with sunglasses, chapsticks, suntan lotion, Swiss knife, water bottle, sleeping bags and small medical kit, Dry foods etc. are always advised.

Risk & Liability:
We always puts its all efforts in making your journey smooth and pleasant. However as all Tibet Tours are run strictly under Tibet Tourism Authority, We shall not be responsible for any change or cancellation of programmes due to unavoidable circumstances such as road blockade, flood, snow, unrest, or accidents, breakdown of vehicles, Any extra cost incurring there of shall be borne by the clients on the spot. So, it is most advisable that clients to have full insurance against medical and personal accident risk. A cancellation insurance is also most recommended.