How to Book an All-Age Family Tour to Tibet?

Family trips naturally require more planning. Especially when it comes to a high-altitude destination like Tibet, taking it seriously is the first step in upholding your duty to support and protect your family.

Consult a Trustworthy Travel Agency in Tibet

There is a vast amount of information on the Internet, but it takes a lot of effort to filter out the real, effective and useful information for you. Choosing a reliant travel agency as your partner can certainly help you avoid many detours and pitfalls. Our travel agency is such a well-established brand with over a decade of experience that can stand up to comprehensive verification. I can confidently recommend our travel agency as your choice because our team prioritizes authenticity, safety, and exceeds customer expectations throughout the whole trips. Whether it is from pre-sales to after-sales, the services we provide are consistent, enthusiastic and guaranteed. Professional itineraries, expert local guides, cost-effective quality, legal and compliant procedures  and 24/7 customer support are our non-negotiable commitments.

Opt for an Appropriate Time for a Tibet Family Trip

Considering that family trips usually involve children and the elderly, traveling from April to October is the best choice. The main reason is that during this period, the temperature is the mildest, the sunlight is abundant, and the tourism industry is also booming. That being said doesn't mean that other months are completely inappropriate. It's just that out of consideration for altitude sickness, it's more safe to visit when the temperature is suitable.

Carefully Select a Right Travel Route

Although travelers encounter much greater altitudes in the world’s highest plateau compared to plains, these regions are categorized into four primary elevations: 2,000m, 3,000m, 4,000m and 5,000m.

Most of the scenic spots and the urban area of Nyingchi are below 3,000 meters or around 3,000 meters, such as the Peach Blossom Valley in Bomi, Gangyun Pine Forest, and the Kading Valley.

Many of the scenic spots in Lhasa and Shannan are concentrated at an altitude of over 3,000 meters. Lhasa has the Potala Palace, the Jokhang Temple and Barkhor Street. Shannan has Samye Monastery and Yumbulagang. 

In Shigatse, except the Tashilhunpo Monastery in the urban area which is at an altitude of around 3,800 meters, other scenic spots such as the Everest Base Camp, Rongbuk Monastery and Karola Glacier all exceed 5,000 meters.

It is necessary to mention the Three Sacred lakes. Yamdrok Lake has an altitude of over 4,400 meters, and the viewing platform is 5,000 meters high. Namtso Lake is approximately 4,700 meters above sea level, while Manasarovar Lake is 4,500 meters above sea level. However, as  Manasarovar Lake is located in the remote Ngari Prefecture, which is over 1,000 kilometers by car from Lhasa, careful consideration is needed.

As for the overall altitude of Ngari Prefecture, it averages over 4,300 meters. Group tours that include Ngari Prefecture usually consist of a three-day trekking trip, which is not very suitable for the elderly and children in family trips. Therefore, tourists with such needs need to consider private customized tours.

I believe that although all the scenic spots mentioned above are highlights, they might put you in a dilemma of making a choice. After all, choosing scenic spots is not just about considering the altitude. It is also essential to take into account whether the tourists themselves will be interested in these scenic spots and what kind of route should be designed to ensure a smooth and enjoyable visit.

At this point, you just need to tell our travel agency your vague and rough idea. We will fill your dream trip brick by brick into one that is completely realistic, scientifically planned and budget-friendly.

Make Sure the Necessary Documents of You and Your Family Are Complete

First, every tourist needs to prepare a passport with a validity of more than six months. Then, apply for Chinese visas. Next, send the scanned copies of your passports and Chinese visas to our travel agency via the Internet. Only in this way can we apply for Tibet Travel Permit on your behalf.

Conclusion

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