China Visa
Every visitor to China must possess a valid China visa. Visitor could get visa on own or ask your travel agent for help. Each person must provide one passport-size photo and valid passport.

Customs
All Passengers entering China are required to fill out Health Form, Entry Form and the Customs Declaration Form. Visitors are allowed to bring two bottles of liquor (each not exceeding 750 grams) and 400 cigarettes.

Currency
Chinese Currency is called Reminbi (RMB) which is used both by Chinese and foreign tourists. Major Foreign currencies and traveler’s checks can be exchanged at bank, star rated hotels. Major international credit cards are accepted in all designated hotels and restaurants in most of the cities.  

Electricity
Electricity supply is 220 volts, 50 cycles throughout China. Plugs at hotel are normally two-pin or three-pin flat (5 Amp).   

Water
Tap water at most of hotels is not drinkable but you can find a boiler or a thermos in the room. Tea is often offered free. If you are a coffee-drinker, bring your own instant coffee. 

TV Program
Cable TV programs are popular, but western programs are prohibited from being received except in star-rated hotels and you could follow the latest daily world news.

Paper & Magazine
China Daily and some English-version magazines published weekly, monthly, even quarterly by Chinese government can be found mostly in star-rated hotels where some overseas publications are also available sometimes.

Admission Fee
Admission fee are the same for both Chinese and foreigners. Tour quotation includes first admission fee normally but not the inner ticket somewhere.

Domestic Airport Tax & Fuel Surcharge
Domestic airport tax & fuel surcharge are included in issued air ticket.    

Time
Beijing time is the only time throughout China.   

On Tibet Tour
Do we need special permit to Tibet?
Except China Visa, foreigners are required to obtain a Tibet entry permit before getting into Tibet. If you are with a tour, your land host in China will help to apply the permit issued by Tourism Administration of Tibet Autonomous Region.

What is the best season for Tibet Tour?
June to October is the best season.

What clothes to wear?
Due to the temperature fluctuation between day and night, sweaters or heavy clothes are recommended. 

Is there any altitude sickness?
The altitude of Lhasa is 11,810 ft. above sea level. Most visitors experience some minor symptoms to get used to the thin air. It will be over by couple of days normally. Please refer to your doctor for personal consultation.

Is there heating and oxygen facility in the hotel rooms?
Most of these 3 star rated hotels or above in Lhasa have equipped central heating and oxygen system.

Is it possible to visit the Base Camp of Mt. Everest?
Yes, it is possible. It takes at least five days for the trip from Lhasa. All tourists are required a pass to go to the Base. The pass could be issued with the help of local travel agent.

What is the population in Lhasa?
There are about 130,000 people live in this capital city of the Tibetan Autonomous Region. 

Do many people speak English in Lhasa?
Not many. The formal languages are Chinese mandarin and Tibetan but English or other language speaking guide is available from local travel agency.