About Tibet
It is situated just north of the mighty Himalayas, has opened its door for tourists
and adventurists. The highest plateau on earth, rising more than two miles above
sea level, has a unique form of Buddhism and culture, not found anywhere else
in the world.
This remote land, of culture, of wide open spaces, gilt-roofed temples, and
intricately decorated monasteries, is dominated by the ancient holy city of
LHASA. An aura of magic, and mystery awaits you, with majestic views of the
spectacular Himalayas, which also includes Mount Everest.
This unique land is now easily accessible from Kathmandu, the capital of
Nepal. Schedule air services fly from Kathmandu to Lhasa, and back every Tuesday
and Saturdays with additional flights on Thursdays from July. This flight
last a little over one hour and gives you a panoramic view of the Himalayas.
We have different programs to this fascinating land as below for your perusal.
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Facts and Figure
The land
Tibet is a high desert plateau with an average elevation of 4,000 m
Access
One hour’s flight from Kathmandu to Gonggar Airport, 85 km from Lhasa.
Air China operates Boeing 757 service between the two cities, Overland on
a scenic highway that retraces the old caravan trail and crosses 5,000 m passes
(distance: about 963 km)
Visa
Access to Tibet is limited to organized groups. Visa applications have to
be made through a registered travel agency in Nepal. A visa for China does
not entitle you to travel in Tibet.
Accommodation
Tourist standard hotels with modern facilities as well as basic lodges.
Season
May through October are the most popular months.
Clothing
Light-weight clothes May through October and warm layered clothing from November
to April.
Shakti Travels and Tours has been organizing and running these trips for
a long time and have different programs to suit all pockets. Trips ranges
from minimum 3 Nights / 4 days to 14 Nights /15 Days and more.
Best Season
Season for Tibet is from the end March to end November each year. From end November
to end March it gets too cold and flights do not operate during this period.
Flights operate from first week April to end November every year.
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