# How we get visa and what is process?

All tourists visiting Tibet requires valid China visa & a special Alien Travel Permit which they can obtain only by joining tours organized by recognized travel agencies. Those who arrive in Kathmandu with a Chinese visa issued by Chinese Consulates outside of Kathmandu will find it useless for entry into Tibet.
Visa regulations change often. Presently as per official regulation a minimum 5 pax group is required for travel into Tibet. However, it is sometimes possible to organize private tours for less than 5 pax.
Diplomatic passport holders must get clearance from Beijing for travel into Tibet which often takes long time. It is advisable to travel on non-diplomatic passports, if you have one.
We require at least 7 days notice to process your Tibet visa via Lhasa & at least 4 days in Kathmandu for the Chinese Embassy to handle your passport. Visa can also be issued in less than 3 days upon payment of visa rush fees. Normal group visa fee is USD 26 & visa rush fee is another USD 17. Individual visa fee is USD 33 & rush fee is another USD 33.
60 days Nepal visa is readily available at the Tribhuvan International Airport or any other land entry points on payment of USD 30 visa fee. Those travelling to Tibet & Bhutan or Sikkim & transiting through Nepal must obtain multiple entry visas & cost USD 50.

# About food (what kind of food we get?)

The food is still bad at Zhangmu and Xegar. Since there are no restaurants along the way, we advise you to take few cans of sardine, dried fruits, biscuits etc. For return journey, you can buy at Lhasa. Also you can take a cup, spoon, tea and instant soup. Every guesthouse or hotel provides a big thermos full of hot water.

# What is high altitude sickness? How we can prevent high altitude.

The higher you climb above sea level, the less oxygen there is in the air. The oxygen level becomes very low at altitudes above 8,000 feet. This causes problems for people who normally live at lower altitudes because their bodies aren't used to working on so little oxygen. If you stay at a high altitude for a long time, your body gets used to the low oxygen level, and you don't get sick from it.

You can do 2 important things to prevent high-altitude illness:

1. Take your time traveling to higher altitudes. When you travel to a high altitude, your body will begin adjusting right away to the lower amount of oxygen in the air, but it takes several days for your body to adjust completely. If you're healthy, you can probably safely go from sea level to an altitude of 8,000 feet in a few days. But when you reach an altitude above 8,000 feet, don't go up faster than 1,000 feet per day. The closer you live to sea level, the more time your body will need to get used to a high altitude. Plan your trip so your body has time to get used to the high altitude before you start your physical activity.
2. Sleep at an altitude that is lower than the altitude you are at during the day. For example, if you ski at an elevation of 10,000 feet during the day, sleep the night before and the night after at an elevation of 8,500 feet.

# is local tap dirking water is safe to drink?

In Tibet all water using running spring water by the small river. Duration of the winter all water is frozen and ice, it is impossible to carry water with pipe. The local people using water but for tourist better to buy mineral water. If you want to drink local water please make sure well boils or not, after boils water always better to put iodine.

# is drinking water is safe?

Drinks only Bottled drinks with a seals intact boiled filtered water or the water has been treated with iodine Tea or coffee will safe it is boiled water first.

#We can use the credit card in Tibet? How is exchange facility in Tibet?

In Tibet, the only place to change foreign currency and travelers cheques is the Bank of China. The top end hotels in Lhasa have exchange services but they are only available for guests. The sensible thing to do is to change as much money in Lhasa as you think you need. The only other places to change money are in Shigatse, Zhangmu and Purang(or perhaps Ali). If you are traveling upcountry, try and get your cash in small denominations: RMB100 and RMB50 bills are sometimes difficult to get rid of in rural Tibet. If you don't like the idea of turning up at the border with no Chinese currency you can buy cash RMB from banks in Hong Kong and the Bank of China in large cities.

Credit Cards : Credit cards are not recommended as a way of payment in Tibet. Flights and Lhasa can not be paid using a credit card. The Lhasa central branch of the Bank of China is the only place in Tibet which provides credit card advances. A 4% commission is usually deducted and the minimum advance is normally RMB1200.
Traveler’s Cheques : Traveler’s cheques are now acceptable at the Bank of China. It is recommended that you cash them in Lhasa.
Remark : In Tibet, coins are not acceptable even for donations, and sometimes the new version of money are not recognized and accepted as well..

# MONEY

Money can be exchanged at Bank of China and its branches in Zhangmu, Xigatse and Lhasa. Hard currencies are exchanged for YUAN at approximately 8 YUAN to the US$ and is re-convertible at the said banks when leaving Tibet/China.

# What I have to carry and what I needs?

FOOT WEAR
Trekking boot: (one pairs), Thick socks ( 4 pairs)
Light socks ( 3 pairs)
Camp shoes (1 pair), Sandals (1 pair)
OTHER EQUIPMENT
Sleeping bag (4seasons) 1
Down jacket -1
Daypack .1
Water bottle .1
Sun cream
Sunglasses
Flashlight with spare bulbs, batteries, lip salve, gaiters.
CLOTHING
Down or fiber filled waterproof jacket and trousers (1)
Fleece jacket or pullover ( 1)
Warm cotton trousers (2 pairs)
Shirts and T-shirts ( 4 pieces)
Lightweight cotton long pants ( 3 pairs)
Long under wear (2 pieces)
Short under wear (4 pieces)
Sun hat or scarf ( 1) Woolen hat (1)
Sunglasses (1)
Lightweight gloves (1)
Rain coat(1)
Heavyweight gloves or mittens with a waterproof (1)
OPTIONAL Insect repellent, toilet articles, note book & pen, toilet roll, laundry soap, pocket knife, towel, sewing kit, plasters, binoculars, camera, film, cards and personal medical kit

#  How many days before I have to book my trip?

Normally for Tibet we will request to book the one month. We have to do legally process for group visa and permit in Tibet. First we have made permit Tibet Tourism burro then we process to take visa from Chinese Embassy in Nepal.

# What condition of payment and cancellation?

Any cancellation made up to 10 days prior client's arrival in Kathmandu, 50% of total payment will be charged and if made less than 10 days before tour date, no refund will be made as per the policy of Tibet Tourism Bureau.

#  What type of insurance should I have? Can I get there?

 Travel insurance is compulsory for all Clients undertaking any tour. It should provide adequate protection for the full duration of the tour to cover personal injury, medical expenses, repatriation expenses, helicopter evacuation, loss of luggage, etc.

If you wish to arrange your travel insurance from our Company, we will arrange travel insurance for you.

# What should I keep in mind when I contact with the Tibetans?

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