Essential Things You Need to Know When Signing up for a Tibet Private Customized Tour
Although a private customized tour can ensure you have the greatest freedom during your trip in Tibet, there are still some points you need to be aware of.
A Private Customized Tour Does Not Mean You Can Go Anywhere in Tibet
When you entrust your Tibet private customized tour to our travel agency, we will do our best to arrange all the scenic spots within our capacity for you. However, there are some scenic spots that we just can't arrange for you according to the local regulations.
Some scenic spots are currently not open to domestic or foreign tourists. For instance, Gama Valley is currently closed to the public. It is located on the eastern slope of Mount Everest and is known as "the world's most beautiful valley". However, due to its location in the core area of the Mount Everest Nature Reserve and its high climate risk, related trekking tourism activities have been suspended since 2026.
In addition, there are some scenic spots that are not open to foreign tourists. However, the policies change every year, so you need to contact our team to learn about the latest policies in real time. For instance, at present, the Yarlung Zangbo Grand Canyon, Yadong and Nan Yi Valley are not open to foreign tourists. Despite this, the vast majority of popular scenic spots are accessible to foreign tourists.
According to the law, to respect local traditions, all tourists are strictly prohibited from observing the sky burial ceremony up close or entering the sky burial site. During the ceremony, the family members were in extreme grief. The onlookers and filming by outsiders will be regarded as extremely disrespectful and offensive.
A Private Customized Tour Still Requires the Company of a Driver and a Tour Guide to Visit Attractions
Even if it's a private customized tour, you still can't visit attractions in Tibet independently. The role of the tour guide and the driver is to help you better understand Tibetan culture, help you reduce communication barriers, and ensure your personal safety throughout the journey.
It Is Not Allowed to Add Any Tourist Routes That Are Not Included in Your Tibet Travel Permit During the Trip
We will apply for the Tibet Travel Permit on your behalf only when you and our travel agency reach an agreement on the travel itinerary. Once you officially start your trip, you need to follow the route specified in the Tibet Travel Permit for your tour and cannot visit scenic spots that are not in your itinerary. Therefore, you should think twice before making the itinerary at the very beginning.
The Processing of the Application for Tibet Travel Permit for Private Customized Tours Will Not Be Faster than That for Group Tours
The reasons that affect the processing speed of Tibet Travel Permit are mainly the travel route and whether it is in the peak season or a special period. Therefore, Tibet private customized tours require at least 15 days in advance for the processing of Tibet Travel Permit just as the same as Tibet group tours.
Conclusion
Any questions about traveling in Lhasa can be turned to our professional team for help. Just tell us your doubts directly and we will take targeted measures to solve them for you within 24 hours.
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39 Comment ON "Essential Things You Need to Know When Signing up for a Tibet Private Customized Tour"
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.