Tibet Travel - FAQ

Tibet Health and Safety FAQ

How can I avoid getting high altitude sickness?
How likely am I to get high altitude sickness?
What kinds of health conditions will prevent people traveling to Tibet?
Is it safe for kids to travel to Tibet?
What should I do if I get high altitude sickness in Tibet?
Why I have a risk to get the high altitude sickness in Tibet?
Is traveling to Tibet safe?

Tibet Food and Accommodation FAQ

What kinds of food can I have in trekking?
Will vegetarians have a problem finding meals in Tibet?
What are the lodging conditions in Tibet?
Do hotels in Tibet provide hot water for showers 24/7?
Will my guide offer suggestions on where to eat?
What is the average cost for meals in Tibet?
What are the tent guesthouse conditions in Tibet?
Do I need to pay for meals for my guides and drivers?
What kinds of food can be purchased at EBC?
What are my food choices while traveling in Tibet?

Tibet Train Travel FAQ

Can I charge my camera or electronic devices on the train to Tibet?
Is oxygen available on the train to Tibet?
How far is Lhasa Train Station from the downtown area?
What are the conditions on trains to Tibet?
What are the best views when taking the train to Tibet?
Train tickets can be purchased how far in advance?
Can I take a shower on the train to Tibet?
What is the train ticket cancellation policy?
When should I arrive at the train station?
How do I get my train tickets after booking a tour?
Do trains to Tibet have a dining car?
Why do I have to pay extra money to buy a train ticket?
How many class of tickets are available on trains to Tibet?
How much luggage can I take on the train?
Does the train to Tibet reduce the risk of high altitude sickness?

Tibet Transportation FAQ

How many airports are there in Tibet?
What is the flight fare for kids?
When can I get discounted flight tickets to Tibet?
How can I enter Tibet from Kathmandu?
How to get my flight tickets after booking a tour?
Can I take taxi's while in Lhasa?
What cities have flights to / from Lhasa?
What transportation choices are there to get to Tibet?
How far is Lhasa Airport from the city?
How much luggage can I take on the flight to Tibet?
What vehicles are used for Tibet tours?

Planning a Tibet Trip FAQ

Can I withdraw cash in Tibet?
What should I pack when traveling in Tibet?
What should I do when approached by beggars?
Can I book a trip to Tibet when I am out of China?
Can I travel to Tibet by myself ?
Can I have some free days in Tibet?
Are bicycle trips available in Tibet?
Can I fly to Tibet directly from my home country?
Will my Tibetan Guide speak good english?
Will I have a local Tibetan Guide?
What are popular places to visit in Lhasa?
When is the best time to visit Tibet?

Tibet Travel Documents FAQ

What documents are required to board a train to Tibet?
Do Taiwanese need a Tibet Permit?
How long does it take to apply for a Tibet Permit?
What documents are required to get a Tibet Permit?
Do I need multi-entry China visa if I go to Tibet from China mainland and return to China mainland?
How much does a Nepal - China group visa cost?
Do I need a multi-entry visa if I take an overland tour from China - Nepal - China?
How long are Tibet Permits valid for?
What kind of trip requires military permit, PSB Permit and alien's travel permit?
Can everyone apply for a Tibet Permit?
Do Hongkong and Macau citizens need a Tibet Permit?
What documents are required when traveling to Tibet from Nepal?
How do I receive my Tibet Permit?