Questions: Traveling To Tibet

Q: Is it safe in Tibet for foreigners?
A: It is very safe in Tibet. Tibetan are very peaceful people.

Q: Do you recommend that we travel with Suitcases or Backpacks?
A: Both will be fine. Taking backpacks might be more convenient than suitcases, since the road condition is poor in Tibet.

Q: Can you manage visiting a Tibetan family, local medicine?
A: Yes, we can. Family visit can be arranged in Gyantse, local medical center or hospital visit can be made in Lhasa.

Q: Can I draw cash at ATMs with my ICBC card in Lhasa?
A: Yes, you can, only in Lhasa so far.

Q: What temperature will it be in Tibet in Oct? What type of clothes do we need?
A: The highest temperature is around 15-20 and the lowest temperature during the night is around 5. October often bring dazzlingly clear
    weather and daytime temperatures can be quite comfortable at Tibet's lower altitudes. Trekkers will need suitably warm clothing through
    October.

Q: How about the weather at that period, end Sep. to Early Oct.?
A: It is not the rain season. But in the morning and evening, the temperature can be low (+5 degree). During the daytime, it is around 10-
    15 degree.

Q: Is the stay in the Rongbuk Monastery in the monastery it self or in a guesthouse?
A: The Rongbuk Monestary has a guesthouse. All people stay at guesthouse.

Q: What would you recommend about the comfort temperature of the sleeping bags?
A: Inside the rooms, the temperature is suitable for normal sleeping bags. The outside temperature would be lower than 0 degree only in
    December.

Q: I would like to know if these hotels have heaters. It is rather cold at night in Tibet in July?
A: It will be comfortable in July. It's around 15 degree at the night and 20 degree during the daytime. It's not cold in Tibet in July.

Q: If I get a chance to visit the local Tibetan family, what shall I bring to their children?
A: Candy, pencils, paper are always popular among the children.