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| There are some top frequently asked questions choose from our guests, hope the answers can help you on plan your Tibet tour. ● What documents we need for the Tibet tour? Are the passport and China visa enough? If you have China ID card, you do not need any special permit. If you have Hong Kong ID card and the permit to mainland of China, you do not need. When you travel to Tibet, if you did not hold china ID card, you need not only valid China visa but also Tibet permits, such as TTP permit, PSB permit, if you are going to the unopened area, you are required Tibet military permit. All the necessary permits can be arranged by your local tour operator Dicovertibettravel.com, know more about Tibet permits, please click here. If you enter Tibet from Kathmandu of Nepal, you have to apply for China visa again even you have already had the China visa in your country according to governmental memo between Nepal and China. Our partner in Nepal can help you arrange your China visa. ● What is the best season for tour in Tibet? Generally speaking, from March to November is the best season for Tibet tour. However, having a winter tour can be pleasant if you don't mind the cold weather. You can avoid the tourist crowds, and economical accommodations and transportation are more available. ● What are some popular places in Tibet? Lhasa, Tsedang, Gyantse, Shigatse, Tingri, Zhangmu etc. are the most popular places in Tibet, for both normal and trekking itineraries. For expedition, Mt. Everest and Mt. Kailish are the most exciting and accessible areas. ● How to enter Tibet? By air, there are several routes are available now: Beijing-Lhasa, Shanghai-Lhasa, Chengdu -Lhasa,Xi'an-Lhasa, Xining-Lhasa, Guangzhou-Lhasa, Chongqing-Lhasa, Kathmandu-Lhasa. By land, the possible routes are: Qinghai-Lhasa, Sichuan-Lhasa, Yunnan-Lhasa and Kathmandu-Lhasa. However, land transportation takes much longer time, and can be very tough, especially the Sichuan-Lhasa route. Train: There are several routes available since July 1, 2006 Beijing-Lhasa, Chengdu-Lhasa, Shanghai-Lhasa, Guangzhou-Lhasa, Chongqing-Lhasa, Xi'an-Lhasa ● Other than Chinese currency, what else currency is acceptable in Tibet? USS is acceptable only in a very limited range, e.g. tips. However, for convenience, Chinese currency is the best choice. If you want to change USS to Chinese currency in Tibet, you can change in Lhasa Hotel or the Bank of China in Lhasa. ● Can I draw cash from the local banks in Tibet? Yes, but only the Bank of China in Lhasa has this function. However, the ATM there doesn't always work properly. So we suggest you to bring some cash with you. ● What should I keep in mind when I contact with the Tibetans? Tibetan people are very kind and hospitable, you can feel free to talk with them. But there are some rulers you should go by: Do not photo them without permission, please show the respect to them! Do not talk about the sensitive topics like political or t religious matters! Do not eat dog, donkey or horse in Tibet! ● What medicines should I bring for the high elevation? Try to bring the following medicines that will be very useful during your travel: cold and flu tablets, throat lozenges, nasal decongestant, Aspirin, Multivitamins. Or you can ask your local doctor for suggestions. ● What should I bring for the plateau weather? Tibet's high altitude and the atmosphere allow the sun's solar radiation to strike the earth with unusual intensity. It's very easy to get sun-burnt there. Sunscreen of high sun protection factor, quality sunglasses and a wide-brimmed hat are good means of protection. Calamine lotion is good for mild sun-burnt. Those with fair complexions should bring reflective sunscreen with them. Apply the sunscreen to your nose and lips as well. | ||||||||||
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