Tibet: When to go
Because of its elevation, Tibet's climate is extreme; even in summer (May to September), at night or in shadow it can be very cold, and the sun is intense. Winters (November to March) are severe - January averages minus 2ºC - but largely dry and snow-free. Eastern Tibet has a monsoon season from around July to October, with high rainfall. Spring and autumn weather varies wildly, often during a single day, so be prepared.
There are no direct flights from the UK to Tibet and the trips we organise always originate in Kathmandu. You may fly from Kathmandu to Lhasa and, if you prefer, drive back on the Friendship Highway - a journey of about a week.
Ampersand will arrange the required visa. A scanned copy of your passport will be sent to Nepal before your trip. On arrival in Kathmandu it will take one working day to process after which you can proceed to Tibet.
For information on vaccinations and health requirements, we suggest you contact your GP or a travel clinic such as Fit For Travel at least 2 months prior to departure for advice and to arrange immunisations. Recommended vaccinations for travel to Tibet are polio, tetanus, typhoid, meningitis and hepatitis A. We would also recommend you take anti-malarial tablets, but please consult your doctor for his/her advice.
Lhasa: 13 hours not direct flight to Kathmandu, followed by 1 hour connecting flight (no daily flight)