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About Tibet
 No
land has captured man's imagination for its remoteness &
almost mystical aura as TIBET, the forbidden kingdom on
the roof of the world. Captivated by Tibet's mystic
charm & ruggedness great explorers & adventurers of the
century have ventured into this holy land' rendered
inaccessible by the hostile natural conditions & bandits
that waylaid them across through the Himalayas.
Despite untold ravages brought about during the Cultural
Revolution, Tibet's past grandeur, majesty, magic &
mystery still remains undiminished. One can still see
today nomads herding their yaks, pilgrims worshipping at
sacred shrines & the expansive, striking & enduring
Himalayan topography. Tibet is truly an 'adventurers'
paradise'.
General
Information
Accommodation Categories
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PLACE |
DELUXE |
STANDARD |
BUDGET |
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LHASA |
Lhasa Hotel |
Kyichu Hotel |
Flora Hotel |
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TSEDANG
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Tsedang Hotel |
Snowpigeon Hotel |
Tsedang Guest
Hou. |
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GYANGTSE
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Gyangtse Hotel |
Gyangtse Hotel |
Wutse Hotel |
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SIDGATSE |
Shigatse Hotel/
Shandong Mansion |
Manasorovar/
Wutse Hotel |
Samdruptse
Hotel/Holyland Hotel |
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SHEGAR/DINGRI |
Chomolongma Hotel |
Chomolongma |
Snowleopard Guest
House |
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NYLAM/ZANGMU |
Zhangmu Hotel |
Zhangmu Hotel |
Ganggyen Hotel/
Nylam Guest House |
Visa
All tourists visiting Tibet requires valid China visa &
a special Alien Travel Permit which they can obtain only
by joining tours organized by recognized travel
agencies. Those who arrive in Kathmandu with a Chinese
visa issued by Chinese Consulates outside of Kathmandu
will find it useless for entry into Tibet.
Visa regulations change often. Presently as per official
regulation a minimum 5 pax group is required for travel
into Tibet. However, it is sometimes possible to
organize private tours for less than 5 pax.
Diplomatic passport holders mUst get clearance from
Beijing for travel into Tibet which often takes long
time. It is advisable to travel on non-diplomatic
passports, if you have one. We require at least 7 days
notice to process your Tibet visa via Lhasa & at least 4
days in Kathmandu for the Chinese Embassy to handle your
passport. Visa can also be issued in less than 3 days
upon payment of visa rush fees. Normal group visa fee is
USD 26 & visa rush fee is another USD 17. Individual
visa fee is USD 33 & rush fee is another USD 33.
60 days Nepal visa is readily available at the Tribhuvan
International Airport or any other land entry points on
payment of USD 30 visa fee. Those travelling to Tibet &
Bhutan or tibet & transiting through Nepal must obtain
multiple entry visa & cost USD 50.
KTM-Lhasa Flight
CSWA (China Southwest Airlines) is the only airline
currently operating flights between Kathmandu & Lhasa
sector. The flight is operated by Boeing 757 aircraft.
Beginning from the winter of 2000 CSW A has commenced
flights during the winter season as well, thus operating
flights all year-round. Here is guideline of year-round
flight frequencies:
April- November - Tuesday & Saturday
June - October - Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday
December - March - Saturday
Altitude Sickness
Those with chronic health problems should consult a
doctor before making travel plans. Most people visiting
Tibet rarely suffer more than mild discomfort before
getting acclimatized. Suggested remedial measures:
01. Take plenty of rest
02. Refrain from physically exhausting activities
03. Drink plenty of water
04. Do not expose yourself to direct strong winds
particularly your head when atop a pass (e) Take diamox
against altitude sickness
Insurance
All travellers' visiting Tibet are strongly recommended
to provide for their own trip insurance at home that
adequately covers for medical, emergency rescue
expenses, trip cancellations or any other eventual
mishaps.
All of our staffs on field trips are adequately insured
by the company that covers for medical assistance,
accidents or deaths.
Clothings & Accessories
Warm clothing is required throughout but more
specifically from October to April. In general dressing
in layers is recommended. Few change of clothes such as
shirt, sweater, jacket & cotton inner linings with tops
& bottoms, comfortable walking shoes, pair of pants
should suffix. During the month of October to April more
heavy woolen or down clothing & boots will be required.
Other recommended accessories - water bottle, water
purification tabs, chapstick, suntan lotion, utility
knife, flash light, battery operated shavers, dusk mask
or bandana, medicine for common colds, headache, fever,
stomach disorders & diamox for altitude sickness.
Booking & Payment
We require a trip deposit of USD 273 (airfare KTM-LXA)
for confirmation of all bookings. Those booking directly
with us from abroad may make this trip deposit with
credit card by filling out 'Credit Card Authorization
Form' which will be sent on request. Please add 3% for
all payment with credit card. The balance payment must
be paid in full before trip departure.
Cancellation Policy:
Notice of cancellation must be made in person by those
booking locally & for those booking from overseas
cancellation notice must be sent in writing & refunds
will be made as follows:
15 days before departure - No charges
Less than 15 days - USD 100
No shows - No refunds
N.B.: As per CSWA regulation there is 35% cancellation
charge if air ticket is once issued & cancelled for
whatsoever reason. Please note this cancellation charge
is strictly enforced by CSWA.
Special Accommodation Offers in Kathmandu
We have special offers on most hotels in Kathmandu for
our clients visiting Tibet.
01. Hotel Shangrila (4 star) - USD 75 per room including
breakfast
02. Hotel Tibet/Manang (3 star) - USD 40 per room
including breakfast
03. Nirvana Garden Hotel (2 star) - USD 30 per room
including breakfast
04. Int'l Guest House (2 star) - USD 25 per room
including breakfast
We provide complimentary airport pick up transfer for
booking hotels through us |
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