Travel Requirements

Travel Requirements

All visitors who wish to travel to Bhutan require a visa and must book their holiday through a Bhutanese tour operator or one of their international partners. The tour operator will take care of visa arrangements for visitors.

In keeping with the Tourism Council of Bhutan’s policy of “High Value, Low Impact” tourism a Tourism Royalty of US$ 100 per night per person is charged on top of the costs on Hotels, Sightseeing, Transportation, Meals, Guide, entrance fees etc. The costs of the land tour will depend on the package that a tourist wish to choose from.

On the day of departure, the ‘local agents’ host obligation shall be limited to providing breakfast only and any extra requirements shall be payable on a usage basis.

DELAYED ARRIVALS

There is no charge for delays in arrival and departure because of weather conditions disrupting flights or roadblocks. The tourist must, however, bear the cost of food, accommodation, transportation, and other services required. It is highly recommended that you purchase travel insurance prior to travel.

SURCHARGES

There will be surcharges on tourists travelling alone or in a group who wish to take single room.

DISCOUNTS
A) There shall be no charge for CHILDREN below the age of 5 years. However, those between the ages of 5- 12 years accompanied by elders/ guardians shall be given a 50% discount on daily rates. This Royalty is currently set at $65 per day.

B) Full-time STUDENTS below the age of 25 years, holding valid identity cards from their academic institutions, shall be given a 25% discount.

C) A discount of 50% on minimum daily package shall be given to one person in a group of 11 people. 100% discount shall be given to one member in a group exceeding 16 persons.

D) A 50% discount on Royalty shall be provided after the 8th night and 100% discount on Royalty shall be provided after the 14th night.

E) Visitors availing discounts under Sections A & B shall not be eligible for discount under D.

WIRE TRANSFER (payments for the Tour)

Prior to your trip to Bhutan, you will be asked to wire the full payment for your holiday.