Travelling overland in Tibet is an incredible journey in which you can see the world's highest plain, meet nomadic Tibetan pilgrims and walk amidst the burning butter lamps and chanting monks of Tibet's ancient and legendary Buddhist monasteries. This is a wonderful and amazing trip. However if you are not up for a bit of adventure, or for accommodations and amenities that may be far from perfect, perhaps this trip is not for you as the trip to Tibet is not easy and is well worth the effort. Tibet was opened to tourism '85. Before this it avoided influence from the western world and developed its unique culture and religion independently. The infrastructure of the tourist industry is still very basic in this remote country. Please, do not expect the standard you are accustomed to in the west. However, every effort will be made under the circumstance to ensure a smooth & pleasant trip for you.

Clothing
Casual wears and comfortable walking shoes are the rule for Tibet. Be sure to bring warm clothing as nights and early mornings can e quite chilly to down right cold in winters. Bring all the film, medicine, cosmetics, personal toilet items, etc. that you will need from home as these are difficult if not impossible to obtain in Tibet. A small first aid kit is also a good idea. Also useful is a map of the trail you going. A list of clothing will be provided while you sign a trip with us.

Check Lists

• Food - Snacks along the way
• Water bottle
• Personal medical kit including some AMS medicine
• Sunglasses
• Toilet Paper
• Flash Light
• Day Pack
• Extra films
• Extra Bandana or scarf or mask
• A good guide book on Tibet

Altitude Sickness
As you are traveling over high terrain, you are likely to experience some of the minor symptoms and discomfort of altitude sickness until your body adjusts to the elevation. This can take from a few hours to a couple of days, depending on an individual. Take it lightly, but drink plenty of non-alcoholic fluids. Proper hydration is necessary to acclimatize.

Currency
The unit is Yuan US 1 = 8 Yuan. Money can be exchanged at the Bank of China in Zhangmu or in Lhasa. The hotels also change money.

Airport tax
Departure from Lhasa airport tax at present is US $ 16 per head.