China Travel Forum

[Hecter]

Hi anyone,
I'm planning to go to Tibet, Lhasa probably this March 2008. Planning to go in via Air either from Guangzhou or Chengdu as I'll be traveling to Guangzhou from my home country Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Initally plan is going by train but my schedule does not permit it. By air will be much faster. But may I know where can I buy the flight tickets either from Guangzhou or Chengdu to Lhasa? If flying from Chengdu to Lhasa, how about the flight ticket from Guangzhou to Chengdu? Or does anyone has any better idea of traveling to Lhasa by the fastest way?
Do I need to apply for any Visa beside the China Visa to enter Tibet?
Also, how's the weather in Lhasa during April month?
When arriving in Lhasa, what kind of transpotation will you recommended to travel within Tibet?
How many days (Min) do you think will be sufficient to travel Tibet? I am planning to spend around 6 - 7 days there. Is it enough?
Any recommendation will be highly appreciated. Thanks in advance!!
Cheers,

[Aliya]

You could fly from either Guangzhou or Chengdu. In any case you'll need a TTB permit in order to fly to Lhasa.
If you're planning to travel out of Lhasa, the usual way would be to organise a 4WD with other travellers.
6-7 days should be enough for the usual tourist trail.