It is a good news for expats in Beijing who want to travel to Tibet recently that Tibet re-opens its gate to welcome expats in mainland China. If you want to know more information about Beijing expats to Tibet, just keep reading to be clear about the details or you wan contact us directly to know what you need to prepare for Tibet tours for Beijing expats.

Due to the outbreak of COVID-19, Tibet had to be closed to all international tourists to avoid further impacts. But from May 9th, all expats in mainland China can travel to Tibet through a Tibet tourism agency, which is exciting and joyful for expats in Beijing, Shanghai, Chengdu and other major cities in China.

What Documents Beijing Expats need for Tibet Tours?

For Beijing expats to Tibet, they need to obtain a Tibet Travel Permit firstly. It is a must for all foreign tourists if they want to get to Tibet. But the Tibet Travel Permit will not be issued to any individuals according to the local policy. So, Beijing expats need to contact a Tibet travel agency to apply for it. After getting in touch with your tour consultant, you will be required to send the copies of Chinese Visa, passport and other necessary documents for the application of the Tibet Travel Permit. Once the Tibet Tourism Bureau approves your application and issues the permit paper, we will deliver it to your address.

But the Tibet Travel Permit cannot take you to whatever you want to go in Tibet. You can only visit Lhasa and its surrounding places. That is to say, there are other documents you need to apply if you want to visit Mount Everest region, Mount Kailash, etc. For more detailed information, you can contact Tibet Tourism and we will help plan your tour in Tibet and avoid unnecessary works.

What’s more, during this unusual situation of COVID-19, a negative nucleic acid test report within 7 days is necessary for tourists to get into Tibet. All people need to follow the local prevention policies, which is also good for everyone in this sacred place. And remember to prepare the Green Health Code and 14-day Dynamic Trip Record that can be gained in the app of Alipay or WeChat.  

Mount Everest Base Camp

How to Get to Tibet?

It is easy for Beijing expats to get to Tibet since Beijing is the capital of China with the most convenient means of transportation to take tourists to most cities in mainland China. You can choose either to take a train to get to Tibet from Beijing, or take a flight. Besides, the most recommended route is flying to Xining and then take the train from Xining to Lhasa.

If you prefer a Tibet train tour, you can book a Beijing Lhasa Train ticket to realize your dream. Train Z21 is the train from Beijing to Lhasa, starting at Beijing West Train Station at 20:00 and arriving at Lhasa Train Station at 12:30 on day 3. Beijing expats will spend 40 hours and 30 minutes on the train before they get into Tibet. But the whole journey is worthwhile since passengers will get the chance to enjoy the best scenery in China. You don’t need to worry about the high altitude sickness since the train will provide oxygen supply systems that can help tourists on the train to feel better on the plateau area. The systems will start to work once the train passes Golmud. But you need to book the train ticket in advance since the tickets will be sold out soon, especially during the peak season of Tibet Tourism.

However, you can also fly to Xining from Beijing and then take Xining Lhasa Train to get to Tibet. It will save time for you. And you have to pick this option if there is no train ticket or not train ticket of sleeper seats for your departure date. In fact, the best part of the scenery starts from Xining, which is why Xining Lhasa Train is highly recommended.

Currently, there are several direct flights from Beijing to Tibet. It will take about 4.5 hours to take tourists from Beijing to Lhasa. Besides, flights that will transfer at other airports are also available for Beijing expats to choose. Those flights will transfer at Xining Caojiabao International Airport, Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport, and Xi’an Xianyang International Airport, which will take from 5 hours to 7 hours.

What Beijing Expats Need to Pay Attention to in Tibet?

High altitude sickness may be the most concerned problem for tourists to Tibet. In fact, nearly everyone will have symptoms if they arrives at plateau from low altitude area. It is not a big deal if you can keep relaxed and be positive to your feelings. But in order to prevent being affected by the COVID-19, tourists may be required to put on a mask in public places. If you feel sick or really uncomfortable with the mask, you can take it off at some places with few people.