Permit Processing:

You need to submit once scanned passport copy of all the members wanting to join this tour 30 to 35 days before the tour date. The permit for Mt Kailash takes a minimum of 30 days to process. Along with 10% of the upfront payment must be done as a last step of booking after which we apply for the permit on your behalf to Tibet.

Visa Processing:

We expect all our guests to be available in Kathmandu Nepal 5 working days before the tour date for the visa processing as it takes a minimum of 4 working days here in Kathmandu for the visa to process. After visiting our office you will have to fill up the visa form along with one white background MRP photo size of (35mm x 45mm) no accessories no glasses no makeup. Your passport must have a validity of a minimum of 6 months along with at least 2 blank pages. After all the paperwork is done full payment should be made for the tour along with the visa fee after which we will apply for the visa on your behalf. If you want us to book the hotels and day tours while you are here in Kathmandu waiting for your visa we can do it for you too.

 Passport

All who intend to enter Tibet must hold at least 6 6-month valid passport.

Passport - valid for 6 months

Chinese Visa — you can apply for one from a Chinese Embassy or through China Highlights (who entry from China)

Group Visa — those who enter from Nepal to Tibet after the Tibet tour traveler can visit China mainland with a valid group visa.

Individual Visa will be canceled when we apply for group visa (if a key is in the passport)

Tibet Entry Permit — it is issued by the Tibet Tourism Bureau and is an absolute necessity for outsiders entering Tibet.

A few people who wish to travel to specific areas in Tibet must also obtain:

Travel Permit — it is required when you are planning to move to closed areas in Tibet. These are issued after you land in Tibet.

Military Permit — it is acquired to travel to some militarily sensitive regions.

Weather Information

The weather in Tibet is similar to that of Mainland China, though with lower temperatures due to higher altitudes. Summers have warm days with strong sunshine and cool nights, but summer days can even be chilly at higher elevations. Winters are cold but there isn't all that much snow. Lhasa enjoys a lot of sunshine even in winter. Most Tibet experiences frost at least 6 months of the year. Some high lakes are frozen from October to March. The weather varies a lot from region to region. Lhasa is an ideal destination because it is in a valley area of lower elevation.

Safety Guidelines

We recommend you follow our safety guidelines and stay tuned with the latest happening.

• Have at least 2 copies of the Tibet Permit.
• Keep your belongings properly.
• When you feel uncomfortable due to altitude change or have any troubles, report to your guide promptly.
• Never rush to visit attractions shortly after you arrive in Lhasa.
• Shop around but avoid undue bargaining with street vendors and never buy wildlife and unknown Tibetan herbal medicine and fake products.
• Take your money and important belongings with you all the time.
• Spend a few days in Lhasa for acclimation and always follow a gradual ascent when traveling to higher places to avoid altitude sickness.
• Refrain from heavy drinking and smoking.
• Respect the religion, and customs and avoid taboos in Tibet.
• Pay special attention to the unique alpine climates (such as sunburn, dramatic temperature change, etc.)
• Keep necessary medicines at the consultation of your doctor.
• Never travel alone at night or venture into unknown places without informing your guide.
• In most places, cash is only accepted. Do prepare enough and make small changes.
• If an emergency arises, report it to your guide promptly.
• Don’t carry any documents or papers related to the Dalai Lama or free Tibet.
• We also recommend not carrying any guidebook to Tibet.