Bhutan Tour Packages - Cultural, Trekking & Festival Holidays

Top Things to Do in Bhutan

• Tigers Nest (Paro Taktsang): a half-day hike to a monastery perched on a cliff

• Thimphu: the Buddha Dordenma, the weekend market and the Memorial Chorten

• Punakha Dzong and the suspension bridge

• Phobjikha (Gangtey) Valley: home to the black-necked cranes in winter

• Bumthang: the spiritual heartland,with ancient temples

• Archery, hot-stone baths and homestays: everyday Bhutanese culture

Best Time to Visit Bhutan

• Spring (March to May): rhododendrons in bloom and the Paro festival

• Autumn (September to November): clear mountain views and major festivals. Peak season, so book early.

• Winter (December to February): cold but sunny, with fewer visitors and good low-altitude trekking

• Summer (June to August): monsoon rains, green landscapes and the lowest crowds

Bhutan Festivals (Tshechu)

Festival dates follow the Bhutanese lunar calendar and change each year. Colourful mask dances and religious rituals take place in courtyards across the country. Add one sentence about each major festival to your list (for example Paro Tshechu, Thimphu Tshechu, Punakha Drubchen, Jambay Lhakhang Drup and the Black-Necked Crane Festival), and link to the dates for the current year.

Bhutan Travel Information
Visa and fees
All international visitors (except Indian, Bangladeshi and Maldivian citizens, who have separate rules) need a visa. We apply on your behalf once we receive your passport details and confirmed booking. The visa is issued after the government receives your SDF and visa fee, so please apply at least 3 to 4 weeks ahead. Your passport must be valid for six months beyond your travel dates. The name on your bookings must match your passport exactly.

What is included in our packages
Twin-sharing accommodation, all meals, tea and snacks, a licensed guide, private transport, airport transfers and monastery entrance fees. Treks also include tents, a cook and helpers, and ponies or yaks for the baggage.

Not included
International and regional flights, the visa fee, the SDF (unless we quote it with your package, which we will state clearly), travel insurance, tips and personal expenses. We can quote the SDF and GST separately so you can compare prices.

Getting there
Fly to Paro on Drukair or Bhutan Airlines, usually from Delhi, Kolkata, Kathmandu, Bangkok or Dhaka. Check current routes. Seats are limited, so reserve early. You can also enter overland through Phuentsholing.

Health
There are no mandatory vaccinations for most travellers, but yellow fever proof is needed if you arrive from an infected area. Please consult your doctor, particularly for rural or border regions. Many Bhutanese roads are winding, so motion-sickness tablets are useful.

Frequently Asked Questions:

Do I need a visa for Bhutan? Yes for most nationalities. We arrange it for you.

How much does a trip to Bhutan cost? Costs depend on the SDF, hotel category, season and group size. Contact us for a personalised quote.

Can I travel to Bhutan independently? Visitors must book through a licensed operator or the official portal, and guided travel is the norm.

How many days do I need? Seven days covers Paro, Thimphu and Punakha. Ten to fourteen days lets you reach Bumthang or add a trek.

Is Bhutan safe for solo travellers and families? Yes, it is considered very safe and welcoming. Altitude is the main health consideration.
 

We can process for visa clearance after receiving all passport details and confirmed bookings from the guests. The visa should be applied at least 3 weeks prior to arrival date The rates for visiting Bhutan is fixed by the Bhutan government.The peak season (Mar, Apr, May, Sep, Oct, Nov) are booked well in advance. There is surcharge for 2 people (or less than three).
While on trek, we provide 3 meals, guide services, accommodation in tents, Sleeping tents, Dinning tent, Kitchen tent, Toilet tent, Shower tent, Sleeping mattress, cook, helper, Ponies/Yaks to carry the supplies only. Traveler booked with us have to bring their sleeping bags and while on trek you will have to carry only your Camera. Rest of the baggage will be taken care by our team. The above rates are inclusive of accommodation on twin sharing basis, 3 meals, tea/coffee/snacks, transfers, transportation, guide, entrance fees to monasteries etc and the government royalty.  Not inclusive is the airfare, airport tax, visa fee, and other miscellaneous expenses such as tips etc. Bhutan is well connected by the flights of Druck Air. Druk Air (flights) is connected to Bangkok (BKK), Kolkata (CCU) & Delhi (DHL) In India, Katmandu (KTM), Dacca (DCC) & Ghaya (Gay). You are advised to send us reservation as early as possible, since Druk Air seats are limited.  We will send you visa application form and other necessary information required for the Bhutan Visa.  please fill the form & send it back to us. The Bhutan Government will issue the visa approval letter only after they received the tour payments. Once we received tour payment we will obtain your visa approval letter & send it to you. You have to show visa approval letter while you are boarding the Druk Air. Your visa will be stamped on upon arrival at Paro Airport (Bhutan). Your passport expiry dates should minimum six months. The name & pass port number informed to us be as in the passport to avoid any inconvenience at the boarding time. Please do not use different Passports for obtaining the Visa and for travelleing as this is checked and you will have to pay heavy Penalty.  No vaccinations are currently required for Bhutan. Only visitors from areas with yellow fever need to be vaccinated at least 10 days before arrival. Also cholera and anti malarial medication is recommended for travellers who will be visiting rural areas of districts bordering India.