Tips for Traveling in Tibet

Accommodation Standards

Accommodation: Standard rooms in 3- or 4-star international hotels. (One bed per person per night; single travelers must pay a single supplement.) Hotel conditions in Tibet are limited, and facilities differ significantly from those in cities on the Chinese mainland, so please do not judge them by the same standards as in urban areas.

Meals: Breakfast and two main meals per day throughout the trip (breakfast provided by the hotel; main meals do not include beverages; average cost of main meals is 100 RMB per person per meal)

Transportation: 10–30-seat vehicles for groups of 10–30 people.

Admission: First-entry tickets for all attractions listed in the itinerary.

Guide: Bilingual (Chinese-English) tour guide.

Documents: Tibet Entry Confirmation Letter and Travel Permit.

Other: No optional expenses or shopping stops throughout the tour. We welcome your supervision.

Not Included

1. Single room supplement.

2. Children’s admission tickets must be purchased independently at the attraction entrance based on height and age; we appreciate your understanding.

3. Expenses resulting from traffic delays, strikes, weather conditions, aircraft mechanical failures, flight cancellations or schedule changes, or other force majeure events.

4. Personal expenses: Costs incurred for laundry, haircuts, telephone calls, faxes, pay-per-view TV, beverages, tobacco, alcohol, and other personal expenditures at the hotel.

5. Optional activities participated in during the trip and other items not listed under “Included in the Price.”

6. Our company reserves the right of final interpretation.

Notice to Tourists

All tourists must carefully read the following:

1. While ensuring service standards and without reducing the number of tourist attractions, our agency reserves the right to adjust the order of visits;

2. In the event of delays or changes to the itinerary caused by force majeure (such as traffic delays, strikes, natural disasters, policy-driven price adjustments, or flight/train cancellations or schedule changes), any resulting expenses will be resolved through mutual negotiation. Please note that tour vehicles in Lhasa are chartered, hotels are booked on a long-term basis, and attraction tickets are discounted or provided free of charge under government policies. If a guest voluntarily opts out of visiting a sightseeing spot, or cancels transportation or accommodation at short notice, no refunds will be issued.

3. The minimum group size is 10 people. Our agency reserves the right to cancel the tour and notify guests 10 days prior to departure if the minimum group size is not met. If the tour cannot proceed, our agency will refund all fees collected and shall not be liable for any other responsibilities or losses.

4. Independent travelers joining group tours must pay a room key deposit directly to the hotel upon check-in and keep the receipt in a safe place. Upon check-out, present the receipt and room key at the front desk to settle the bill and retrieve the deposit. Additionally, any food or daily necessities found in the hotel room are considered personal expenses and are not included in the tour fee. If you consume these items, please pay for them at the front desk before leaving the hotel. Phone calls made from hotel rooms are subject to additional charges; please settle the bill at the front desk after use.

5. Please keep valuables with you at all times and do not leave them in your luggage to prevent loss. Be vigilant against pickpockets when going out. Our agency assumes no liability for lost items but will assist guests in filing a police report.

6. This tour is a group tour for individual travelers, with participants from various countries. Price differences may arise due to transportation costs, booking dates, or other factors. Please refrain from comparing prices, and we appreciate your understanding.

7. Near some scenic areas and rest stops along the route, local residents may sell souvenirs and local specialties. These are not services provided by our agency; please exercise caution when purchasing to avoid being scammed. Rest stops along the route (e.g., water refill stations, restrooms, gas stations, roadside kiosks, car washes, and certain scenic areas) are not designated shopping venues. When getting on or off the bus at rest stops, please exercise caution. Most restrooms along the route require a fee; please pay the local fee voluntarily. (Tour participants must remember this.)

8. Please inform tourists in advance that the distances between scenic areas in Lhasa are long, with travel times exceeding 2.5 hours. Please be mentally prepared and bring necessary snacks and water.

9. When using restrooms or bathing in hotels or other public places, please be careful of slippery surfaces to avoid falls.

10. Guests with hypertension, heart disease, asthma, significant lung, brain, or kidney conditions, as well as those suffering from severe anemia, severe colds, or coronary heart disease—conditions unsuitable for high-altitude travel—should not travel to Tibet. Please follow your doctor’s advice.

11. If you have any dissatisfaction or complaints during the tour, please inform the local tour operator staff immediately. We will coordinate a resolution. If no objection is raised, our agency will consider the guest satisfied; If objections are raised after returning home, our agency will not acknowledge or address them. Our assessment of service quality is based on the feedback forms submitted by the majority of travelers in the group;

12. During the trip, travelers must not leave the group or alter the itinerary without authorization. Please deposit valuables at the hotel front desk; do not leave them in your room.

13. Please notify us in advance if travelers under 5 years of age or over 69 years of age are booking this tour.

Important Information for Traveling to Tibet:

1. Understanding Altitude Sickness: The oxygen content in Lhasa is only about 70% of that at sea level, and atmospheric pressure is also lower. Upon first arriving at high altitudes, most people will experience varying degrees of symptoms associated with oxygen deprivation, such as chest tightness, shortness of breath, and difficulty breathing. In severe cases, symptoms may include headaches, body aches, and insomnia. However, this does not mean you cannot adapt to the high-altitude environment. This reaction is perfectly normal; so-called “altitude sickness” is simply your body’s natural response to the discomfort caused by the difference in atmospheric pressure and oxygen deprivation.

2. Upon first arriving at high altitudes, avoid overeating or drinking excessively to prevent overburdening your digestive system, allowing it to adapt to the new environment. It is best to avoid alcohol and smoking. Eat plenty of vegetables, fruits, and other vitamin-rich foods, and drink plenty of water to prevent dehydration. In particular, use lip balm and sunscreen daily to effectively prevent moisture loss and boost your body’s resistance.

3. When first arriving at high altitudes, do not walk rapidly, run, or engage in physical labor. It is best to spend half a day resting completely and avoid catching a cold from getting chilled. Common medications for preventing altitude sickness include: Rhodiola rosea, American ginseng, glucose, and Quick-Acting Heart Rescue Pills.

4. If you are unsure whether you are fit to participate in travel activities in Tibet, we recommend consulting an experienced physician and adopting a cautious approach.

5. In accordance with relevant regulations of the China National Tourism Administration, if a tourist fails to complete the full itinerary due to personal reasons or leaves Tibet early, this will be deemed a voluntary withdrawal from the tour, and the tour fee paid will not be refunded. The tourist shall bear all resulting consequences, and the travel agency assumes no liability.

Cancellation and Amendment Policy

The minimum group size is 10 people. Our agency reserves the right to cancel the tour and notify guests 30 days prior to departure if the minimum group size is not met. If the tour cannot proceed, we will refund all fees collected and assume no other liability or responsibility for losses. Tourist Breach of Contract:

75 days or more prior to departure: 0% of the total tour cost as a cancellation fee.

45 to 75 days prior to departure: 30% of the total tour cost as a cancellation fee.

30 to 45 days prior to departure: 50% of the total tour cost as a cancellation fee.

Less than 30 days prior to departure: 100% of the total tour cost as a cancellation fee.