Well, not literally because Tibet Travel Permit applications are halted until after October 8th. But if you are considering visiting Tibet (good for you!), why wait?

There have always been restrictions for traveling to Tibet – foreigners must have a guide at all times outside Lhasa, can only stay at star-rated hotels, and need proper permits – but don’t let these dampen your spirits. The streets and monasteries are a little crowded, but the sky is still very blue, the majestic mountains are still awe-inspiring, the temples are still intriguing, the people are still very kind, the culture is still very unique.

I have heard people saying: If we end up having a guide full of Chinese propaganda, we will ditch him/her. The fact is, no, you don’t have to. If you just steer away from the “Chinese propaganda” or ”over zealous Tibet independence speech” (99% majority of the guides are trained to stay clear of politics anyway),  you will find yourself enjoying Tibet in many more aspects.

If you’re interested in traveling to Tibet, check out a sample AccessTibet  itinerary.