24 RECOMMENDED ROUTE 13 Days, 12 Nights Kathmandu (3) - Lhasa (3) - Shigatse (2) - New Tingri (1) - Shigatse (1) - Tseting (1) - Kathmandu (1) Starting from USD 4,700 / person What fact did you learn about Tibet that you didn't know before? Lhasa will soon become a Chinese majority city. The trainline has been extended to Shigatse and will soon reach Gyantse, so it is likely that more cities will become Chinese majorities in the near future. While the Chinese government regulates the number of monks in Tibet, I was interested to learn that the one child policy does not apply here. What is your top Enchanting Travels tip for Tibet? Take time to acclimatize yourself to avoid altitude (mountain) sickness. I would not recommend Tibet to anyone with heart problems due to the high altitude. Is it safe to visit Tibet? Absolutely! You will encounter no security issues due to the high level of Chinese control. If you are interested in Tibetan Buddhism and the fantastic Himalayan landscapes then Tibet is for you. Do you feel it is responsible to visit Tibet, given the Chinese occupation? ​ I personally do not believe in boycotting a travel destination for political reasons. Enchanting Travels can ensure that the benefits of our trips mainly go to Tibetans - for example by working with Tibetan guides. Having said that, the impact of Chinese interference is quite visible and can be a somewhat sad experience, so this is a question that everyone needs to answer for themselves.​ When would you recommend visiting Tibet? The best time to visit is anytime from April to October. Our travel time in early November was good! At night it was quite cold, but the days were sunny and beautiful, and generally it was not very crowded.