Tibet Travel Advice: What Not to Bring to and from Tibet
Some tourists tend to overlook the regulations regarding luggage. If they only realize they can't bring this or that just before boarding the plane or train, they either have to throw it away or face the rush and expensive mailing. Let's spend a few minutes reading this article together to prevent problems before they occur.
Tibet Train Luggage Allowance and Regulations
No matter which seat is chosen, the maximum weight that each train passenger can carry for free is 20 kilograms. If it exceeds this number, additional payment is required. The sum of the external dimensions of each your luggage, including length, width and height, should not exceed 160 centimeters, and for rod-shaped items, it should not exceed 200 centimeters. When traveling to Tibet, you'd better go on a lightweight trip. Some items needed for trekking can be purchased or rented locally. Especially because some Tibet trips stop at different places every night, it's not convenient to carry luggage up and down. It is advisable to carry a suitcase of 20 to 24 inches. Suitcases that are too large are not convenient to be placed on the corridor luggage rack or under the bunk bed. Suitcases under 20 inches can be conveniently placed in the storage space above the door of the soft sleeper compartment.
All items that pose a threat to your and other tourists' personal safety are not allowed on board, mainly including controlled knives, corrosive or harmful items, flammable and explosive items such as oxygen cylinders, alcohol with a volume percentage exceeding 70%, or alcohol with improper packaging. In fact, you should avoid drinking alcohol in the first few days of a Tibet trip as it may cause altitude sickness. If you do drink, you should only do so in moderation.
Here are some regulations on restricted items that you need to know. It is necessary to report and obtain approval from the local authorities if you want to bring a drone to Tibet. Spray items that belong to pressure vessels, such as hair spray, will be subject to strict regulation. The volume of a single container should not exceed 150 milliliters. Each type is limited to one piece, and the total volume should not exceed 600 milliliters. Even without this regulation, I still highly recommend that you should not bring such items to Tibet. As Tibet is a high-altitude and low-pressure area, the tubular skin care products and sprays you carry are prone to leak due to the pressure difference. Regarding power banks, only regular products with clear markings and a single rated energy of no more than 100Wh can be carried.
Tibet Flight Luggage Allowance and Regulations
The regulations on luggage safety for flights and trains to Tibet are highly similar. All related dangerous items are strictly prohibited from being carried on board.
Unlike trains, the weight of luggage that each passenger can carry for free on airplanes is affected by the seat. Economy class is generally limited to within 20 kilograms, business class to within 30 kilograms, and first-class class to within 40 kilograms. In terms of international flights, you'd better check the specific regulations on the official website of the airline you have chosen. As for domestic flights to Tibet, economy class passengers are usually allowed to carry one carry-on item for free, with the sum of the three sides not exceeding 115 centimeters. The weight limit is generally between 5 and 8 kilograms.
What Items Are You Absolutely Not Allowed to Take out of Tibet?
There is no harm without buying and selling. It is strictly prohibited to purchase materials related to precious protected animals and plants. Precious cultural relics and religious restricted items like mani stone are prohibited from being taken out of Tibet. When you purchase Tibetan knives, you can choose a professional mailing company to have them sent back to your country.
Conclusion
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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.