Can I visit Tibet?
This is the first question in most travellers’ minds. When they are planning to visit Tibet, can I visit Tibet?
Yes, everyone can visit Tibet. Tibet has never been open as it is today to the international travellers in its history. Each year Tibet receives millions of International travellers visiting Tibet. Therefore, it makes Tibet tourism the third largest industry and a very important sector of Tibet’s economy.
Any travellers can visit Tibet as long as they would follow the Tibet Travel Regulations. This clearly states you will need to arrange a tour with a local Tibet travel agency providing a Personal tour guide, Private Car and Tibet travel permit.
There is a different way to obtain a permit for Tibet. Hence, you can contact a local Tibet travel agency for regular travellers to make all the required permits. But, for diplomats and journalists, you will have to communicate with the Chinese Embassy in your country.
If you are a Tourist visiting Tibet, you will have to book a tour with a local travel agency in Lhasa. Who will help you in obtaining the Tibet permits and Arranging your tours in Tibet? Read more about our Tibet travel information here.