Travel Resources

Essential guides, tools, and resources to help you prepare for your Western China adventure.

Essential Guides

Comprehensive PDF guide on preventing and managing altitude sickness in Tibet and high-altitude areas.

Updated guide on all permits required for Tibet travel - TTB, ATP, Military permits and application process.

Compare trains, flights, and private cars for traveling between cities in Western China.

Compare different ways to travel between major destinations.

Route	Train	Flight	Private Car
Chengdu → Lhasa	36 hours ¥700-1500 Scenic, gradual altitude	2.5 hours ¥1500-3000 Fast, convenient	N/A N/A Not recommended
Kunming → Lijiang	3 hours ¥200-400 Comfortable, frequent	1 hour ¥500-800 Quick	5-6 hours ¥800-1200 Flexible stops
Xining → Lhasa	22 hours ¥500-1200 Best scenic route	2 hours ¥1200-2500 Fast	N/A N/A Not available

Essential services for traveling in China.

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Travel Insurance

Travel medical insurance that covers high-altitude activities and emergency evacuation.

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