Included in the Land cost: Transport by motor coach and rover automobile as required and accommodation at Yak or similar for budget package while at Lhasa, for the rest we use the best available hotels and guest houses, but these offer more basic accommodation and fewer amenities. Sightseeing Tours, Services of English speaking Local Tibetan /Chinese Guides, entrance fees to monasteries and other points of interest, and Tibet permits.

Not included in the land cost : Lhasa to Kathmandu airfare at present US$284. Important: Once the domestic ticket is issued there is no refund. It is only valid for the dates on the ticket. Dates and names are not changeable. Insurance, airport departure taxes, All visas, Passport fees, immunizations, hard and soft drinks, Photographic charges in various monasteries, gratuities and items of a personal nature that have not been specifically included above.

Visa: A charge of US$ 30 on Tibet visas is applicable.

Visas and documentation : You must be in possession of a valid passport. We obtain your visa for Tibet, and will require the following information when making your reservation: full name, date of expiry, place of issue, nationality, date of birth, sex and occupation. Two passport size photographs are also required. Additionally you must allow three full working days in Kathmandu for the visa to be fiscally stamped in your passport. A 30day’s visa for Nepal can be obtained from all Nepalese Embassies abroad or upon your arrival in Kathmandu airport. You will require a double entry visa into Nepal.

Accessories : We recommend you to bring the following items to make your journey more comfortable: Personal first aid kid, water purification tablets, toilet kit with toilet paper, flashlight with extra batteries, sunglasses, water bottle, note book, pens, pencils, camera and film and extra batteries for electronic Cameras, binoculars, Duffel bag, rain gear, strong footwear, pocket knife, sewing kits, compass, altimeter, drinking cup, towel, plastic bags, dust mask, strong sun cream, chapstic, and money belt.

Insurance : You must insure yourself against sickness, emergency rescue, accident, Hospitalization, cancellation etc., as we accept no responsibility for expenses which may arise from mishaps to persons or their belongings during these tours.

Altitude Sickness : The Tibetan Plateau lies over 12000 feet, most people will experience some of the minor symptoms and discomfort of altitude sickness, until their body adjusts to the elevation. This can take from a few hours to couple of days, depending on the individual. Please consult with your doctor and ask their advice.

Risk and Liability : We will make every effort in making your journey smooth and pleasant. However, as all Tibetan tours are run strictly under the Tibet Tourism Authority, Footprint Adventures and its agents shall not be responsible for any change or cancellation of flight, delay in arrivals, sickness or accidents.