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Our most popular Tibet tour is a 08 Days package where clients go overland from Nepal & fly back from Lhasa. It offers a spectacular insight into the life and culture of these friendly people. From the ancient monasteries with chanting monks, to the tranquil shores of the Turquoise Lake Yamdrok. This trip concludes with the breathtaking Trans Himalayan flight from Lhasa to Kathmandu. The
trip starts early morning around 05:30hrs. from Thamel. The distance Katmandu to
Friendship Bridge, Kodari (Nepal-Tibet Border) is approx. 116 kms and USEFUL INFORMATION FOR TRAVELLING TO TIBET A trip to Tibet is not for the faint hearted; the travelling can be hard, adventurous and often unpredictable. Due to Tibet's high altitude travelers with a history of heart, lung or anemia problems should consult a doctor before even thinking about a visit. Visitors should also understand before taking this trip that Tibet was only opened to tourism 19 years ago. The infrastructure of the tourist industry is still very basic in this remote country. Please do not expect the standards you are accustomed to in the west. However, every effort will be made under the vcircumstances to ensure a smooth and pleasant trip. CLOTHING ACCESSORIES: From Oct. - March warm clothes are required to fight the frosty cold. From April - September light clothes to shun the scorching heat. However a jacket and a sweater are advised throughout the year as the weather may unexpectedly change at any time. The recommended items are: A domestic first aid kit; toilet and tissue papers, flashlight, sleeping bag comfortable walking shoes, dust masks, utility knife, sun hat, sun glasses, suntan lotion and a limited number of clothes. CUSTOMS: There is no prohibition on still and video cameras, tape recorders or radios as long as they are registered with a custom official. Printed matters considered unsuitable by the Chinese Government is prohibited. Customs regulations forbid the export of art objects created prior to 1959 or souvenirs in amounts deemed to be excessive. FOOD & DRINK: Tibet has only a handful of towns and Tibetan cu9isine is not exactly the most varied in the world. It is handy to carry, anything that can be brewed with hot, water instant coffee, drinking chocolate, tea (bags) soup cubes, powdered milk, other food items worth considering are instant noodles, vegemite, nuts & raisins, chocolate, dry foods and biscuits. BUSINESS HOURS: Government offices are usually closed on Saturday and Sunday. CURRENCY: Renmnbi, the people's money used by millions of Chinese everyday, circulates in notes of 1, 2, 5, 10 and 50, 100 yuan; 1, 2 and 5 fen; There are also coins for 1, 2 and 5 fen. With the Chinese Currency Renminbi, one yuan is divided into 10 jiao; fen. (US$ 1= 8 Yuan.) AIRPORT: Lhasa Gonggar airport is approx. 96 kms. away from
Lhasa. CANCELLATION POLICY: A cancellation charge of 50% for confirmed booking up to seven days before departure to Tibet will be charged after which no refund will be entertained. Fur4there under no circumstance we will there be a refund on no show ups and delay in arrivals. HEALTHE & ALTITUDE PROBLEMS: Travelling in Tibet involves high altitude and can be strenuous. Clients with heart and lung problems or blood diseases should consult their doctor before booking the trip. Very rare cases of altitude sickness have been reported. Simple headache, fever, loss of appetite and stomach disorders can happen before the acclimatization. Advised, drink approx. 03 ltres. Of water per day, do not strain yourself, move slowly, breathe deeply and take regular rests please do not smoke & do not drink alcohol. Try
us & feel the difference. 8
Days Drive in & Fly Out (or Vice Verce) Tour. Min - 5 Pax
8
Days Tibet Fly in Fly out Tour
5
Nights / 6 Days (Fly in Fly Out)
5
Days Tour (Fly in Fly out - Min. 4 Pax)
4
Days Discover Lhasa Tour (Fly in Fly Out)
10
DAYS CULTURE TOUR
9
Nights / 10 Days Lhasa + Everest Base Camp
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TIBET
OVERLAND TOUR
takes
approx. 05 hrs, drive. After completing immigration formalities on the Nepal
side you continue drive /walk to Zhangmu Immigration which is approximately 11
kms. Here our representative from Tibet will meet you and transfer you to your
hotel. He will then take care of your entire tour arrangements until your
departure; Lhasa / Kathmandu.