Practical Travel Advice for a Tibet Tour from Nepal
By October, Nepal will bid farewell to the rainy season and enter the most suitable period for hiking. After enjoying the view of Mount Everest from the southern foot, you might as well continue this journey to Tibet to get a close look at the northern slope of Mount Everest. And during this trip, you won't experience any trekking fatigue to discover the panoramic scenery of Mount Everest. For the tourists who plan to enter Tibet from Nepal in the near future, I have updated this latest travel guide for reference.
Book Your Tibet Tour Ahead of Time
Booking a Tibet trip 1 month in advance is a balanced choice between locking in your preferred departure date and making sure your procedures are smooth, and this also works in the peak season.
The issue of a Tibet Travel Permit typically takes at least 8 to 9 business days, and this period may be extended due to the increased demand during the peak season. So it's impossible to set off for Tibet spontaneously. Making thorough preparations is the basic foundation.
Since a Chinese group visa is necessarily required for traveling from Nepal to Tibet, it is a must for you to arrive in Kathmandu at least 5 days in advance and submit your original passport and photos to our staff so that we can assist you with the processing.
Flying to Tibet Is the Fastest Way from Nepal
Although it only takes 1.5 hours to fly from Kathmandu to Lhasa, which is faster and more convenient than flying from domestic cities such as Xi'an to Lhasa, there are only about three days that you can find non-stop direct flights from Nepal to Tibet every week. You can choose to take a flight operated by Himalaya Airlines from Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport to Lhasa Gongga Airport. Otherwise, there are only some connecting flights left that take about ten to twenty hours for the entire journey and require a stopover. None of these are recommended.
You Need to Pay Attention to the Changes in the Currency Used
The currency used in Nepal is the Nepalese Rupee (NPR), while the currency used in the Tibet Autonomous Region is the Chinese Yuan (RMB/CNY). Tourists traveling to Tibet by plane can exchange RMB at Lhasa Gongga Airport. If coming to Tibet by land transportation, the border ports also offer this service. Besides, many banks in the urban area of Lhasa also offer exchange services for your convenience.
There Is a Time Difference between Nepal and Tibet
Since Lhasa uses Beijing Time in the Eastern 8th Time Zone and Nepal uses the Eastern 5th Time Zone, Lhasa is about 2 hours and 15 minutes ahead of Nepal in terms of time. Although the time difference is small, you still need to be careful to avoid travel delays.
Tibet Travel Permit Cannot Be Mailed out of China
Since this important document cannot be mailed out of China, your tour guide will be waiting for you with your Tibet Travel Permit at the other side of the port or at the airport.
Both Shigatse and Lhasa Can Serve as the Starting Points of Your Tibet Trip
If you fly to Tibet, then your starting point will be Lhasa. The advantage of starting from Lhasa is that the altitude of your travel route shows a relatively gentle and gradual upward change. When you choose land transportation to enter Tibet, you will find that your starting point is Shigatse. At this time, you can reach the Everest Base Camp or Mount Kailash more conveniently and quickly than from Lhasa. The drawback is that the altitude change is relatively drastic.
Conclusion
In fact, there are some seasonal and up-to-date suggestions that are very suitable for you to ask about at the moment to obtain. Therefore, our team hopes to maintain an enthusiastic communication with you.
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39 Comment ON "Practical Travel Advice for a Tibet Tour from Nepal"
Asked by Jacob Keis** from N/A
Train booking
We are a group of 15 (perhaps 17) who need to take the June 8th 15:27 train from Xining to Lhasa. We need to book this soon so prompt reply would be helpful. We are getting our permits from an agent and should have them in 6-8 days.
Asked by Nirm** from Australia
Hi, I’m interested in doing the Mount Kailash tour. I only have holidays from 20/09 to 4/10 this year. Do you have a tour that includes these dates? How much would the tour be? Are the flights, visas, passes and permits included in your prices? Thank you kindly. Regards, Nirmala (Nationality: Australian Group Size: 1 person Arrival Date: 20/09/26) Nationality: Australian Group Size: 1 person Arrival Date: 20/09/26
Asked by An** from N/A
Best time to travel for the Linka festival
Hey, I'm looking to travel to the Linka festival with my partner. When is the best time to go this year? Thanks!
Asked by Goldliam Soo** from N/A
lm from nyc in the usa how much is your 13 day Mt Kai lash tour in September or June
Hi, lm from nyc in the usa how much is your 13 day Mt Kai lash tour in September or June? And approximately how much would would the airfare be round trip? Thank you
Asked by Liliana Me** from Macau
plan a 7-8days trip for me and my boyfriend in April
Hi! I would like to plan a 7-8days trip for me and my boyfriend in April (3rd to 10th ideally) to Nepal, Tibet, and, if possible, Bhutan. Do you think it would be doable? Based on what I read, there are some places/things to do to consider: Nepal: Everest Base Camp trek and the Annapurna Circuit, ancient temples, sacred sites like Lumbini, Kathmandu, Tibet: The Potala Palace in Lhasa and the Jokhang Temple. eventually the holy Mount Kailash or the high-altitude plains. Bhutan: Thimphu, Paro, and the famous Tiger’s Nest Monastery. To take part in cultural traditions, yoga, meditation... Of course I am open to any recommendations you could make. For your reference, we are both based in Asia: him, in Bangkok and myself in Macau. Thank you so much for the information you could provide and, if possible, an estimated budget for your offer.
Asked by Ke** from Singapore
Cycling Tour to Mt Kailash
Hi , we are planning a Cycling Trip once Tibet opens for Tourism. The plan is we shall arrive to Kathmandu , travel to the border and enter via Kerung. Can you pls send a day to day Itinerary starting from Kerung - Lake Manasarovar - Darchen - Asthapath. We shall go around Kailash on foot and resume Cycling back to Kerung. We are a Group of 6-8 persons. Thanks Pls send ur reply to Kevin
Asked by Debo** from USA
Please can you tell me the prices and dates for the Tibet Luxury Tour.
Also, could you please provide a detailed itinerary - I want to see how many hours are spent on buses/vehicles. Thank you! Deborah
Asked by S** from HongKong
Tibet Tour from HK
May I know if holding Mainland Travel Permit for HK Residents. is it also need to get the visa permit to Tibet and what is the procedure if need to apply? Thank you
Asked by Na** from USA
Is Kailash Mansarovar Trip open for Indian Passport Holder?
Is it open for Indian Passport Holder?
Asked by A** from Singapore
Enquiry on private tour
We are planning a trip from Hong Kong to Tibet during the 12th to 21st of April. We want a private tour that covers all the scenic places as well as the EBC. Please advise an itinerary along with the cost breakdown. Thanks.