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Tibet Travel - FAQ

Tibet Health and Safety FAQ

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

Tibet Food and Accommodation FAQ

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

Tibet Train Travel FAQ

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

Tibet Transportation FAQ

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

Planning a Tibet Trip FAQ

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

Tibet Travel Documents FAQ

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