Hi we would like to know as much about traveling in and around Tibet.
2006-11-15 20:24:43 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Travel ➔ Asia Pacific ➔ China
Actually I just had some clients return from Tibet back to the US two weeks ago. They spent about 10 days in Tibet visiting Lhasa/ Gyantze / Xigaze, which is a great triangle to cover the highlights of Tibet.
We arranged for them to stay in a suite at the Kyichu Hotel in Lhasa; the decor there is very Tibetan and it is also in the best location. You can walk to Barkhor Street, the business center of Lhasa. The highlight of the hotel is the wake up call from the clattering of passing lama early in the morning! :-)
The scenery in Tibet is absolutely extraordinary! I talked to my clients both when they were in Tibet and after and they said they didn't feel the altitude sickness very much, other than when you walk upstairs you feel a little bit labored breathing.
The best time to go to Tibet, of course it's in the Summer, however the rate might be better in the Spring and Autumn. As you probably have heard that it's a little bit harsh in the Winter, but if you are going to Lhasa only, then it's open all year round.
There is train now that can take you directly to Lhasa from Beijing, which takes 48 hours. This rail service started in July 2006. However because of the harsh Winter weather, there is no train in November. It will start running again next Spring.
We will arrange a group tour to Tibet next year (Lhasa is one of our tour stops), because of the limit of time, we will just fly in and out of Lhasa.
If you have anymore questions we would be happy to help. You can contact me through our website: Jia@Jiasdreamtours.com
2006-11-16 04:51:18 · answer #1 · answered by travelgal 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I lived in Tibet for 3 years, studying and working. DO NOT eat at a little restaurant in Lhasa called "Ancient Tibetan food".
2006-11-17 17:50:29 · answer #2 · answered by eo 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
never been there. you can see a lot of tibetan culture in india, like dharamsala or ladakh. i went to ladakh, it was awesome. tibet's got lots of restrictions, too much has been destroyed. i'd still go someday. someone else will have more info on actually traveling there, but don't rule out someplace in india like ladakh.
2006-11-15 20:33:35 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
i have been there for 4 times - and going again soon~
it is amazing... this time i plan to go to the secret village called Muotuo - tough but worthy going...
enjoy~
2006-11-16 00:58:48 · answer #4 · answered by chloe 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes....been there last summer
beautifull scenery..and nice people...with so many culture and etnic...
when u will travelling?? not in the winter i think...too cold...
2006-11-15 23:27:00 · answer #5 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i have been only to the capital
2006-11-16 12:20:55 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋