BHUTAN DELIGHTS

Additional Information:

• Most of the rooms in all hotels at Bhutan are twin bedded rooms. Very limited rooms have king size bed. King size bedded rooms will be provided subject to availability only. If the same is unavailable we shall provide twin bedded rooms only.
• Due to less number of hotels available in similar category at Bhutan we provide combination of both 3-star premium and 4-star hotels under luxury package and combination of 4-star premium and 5-star hotels under premium package.
• Except selected 5-star hotels in Bhutan air-conditioned facility is not available in rooms. On request some of the hotels provide table fan only as per availability.
• Hotels in other cities of Bhutan may not match the standard of hotels in Thimphu, Paro & Punakha.
• Categories of Rooms in the packages are based on base category of rooms, unless specified.
• For tour starting or ending from India Packages, we provide exclusive Indian Vehicle in India Part and Bhutan vehicle in Bhutan part. All the vehicles provided, unless otherwise specified will be Non-A/C Vehicles. Supplement Charges will be applicable for A/C vehicles.
• The rates are valid for Indian nationals only.

Important Facts for Travelers:

Entry Permit for Bhutan:

Indian nationals do not require any visa for Bhutan. A permit will be issued at the entry point on production of a passport (with a minimum validity of 6 months from the date of departure) or Voter ID (only valid document for issuing the Bhutan Entry permit). The traveler also has to carry photocopy of the travel documents and 04 passport size photographs. For Children, original Birth certificate in English and student ID is required. If you are entering Bhutan via land, it is to be noted that the permits are issued only during working days and hours. (Monday to Friday between 9 am to 4 pm during winter and 5 pm during summer). It is suggested that the travelers arriving in Phuentsholing on Friday should arrive latest by 10 AM in order to complete the entry formalities. No permits are issued on Saturday, Sunday and Bhutan government holidays. However, during high season depending upon the rush immigration may take long time to issue the permit. We shall not be responsible for any delay during processing of permit by the immigration authority. Please keep your client informed they may have to stand on long queue during high season to obtain the permit if traveling via Phuentsholing.

Special Permit for places other than Phuentsholing, Thimphu and Paro:

Special Permit is required to visit places beyond Thimphu and Paro from, the Department of Immigrations, Thimphu. No charges will be applicable for this permit. Please bring 02 passport size photographs and Voter ID card or Passport of each person including child. This special permit is given only after guest has entered Bhutan. Permits are not issued on Saturday, Sunday & Bhutan Govt. holidays.

About Hotel:

• Check-in & Check-out time 12:00 hrs
• For Extra adult in the room we will provide an extra bed (wherever possible), but most of the hotels provide extra mattress or roll away bed. Most of the hotels do not have provision for an extra bed.

Other Travel Information

• It is important that you follow the suggestions and instructions of your guide in order to have a memorable holiday in Bhutan. All the guides provided are trained and certified by the Tourism Council of Bhutan.
• Adults must carry original & valid Passport or original Voter ID card. Children must carry original & valid Passport or original birth certificate & school photo ID card. 
• Indian travelers can carry Indian Currency in INR 100 denominations or smaller notes into Bhutan.
• Tobacco & Tobacco products are banned in Bhutan. However, travelers may carry limited quantity for their personal consumption in payment of taxes as may be applicable the entry points. Please do not use tobacco products in Public places.
• Remember to carry clothing as per the season and temperature in Bhutan during the time of travel.
• It is not recommended to hike to Tiger’s Nest (Taktsang Monastery) when you are traveling with small kids. Roads are not like normal hiking as you have to pass through stiff stairs ups and downs.
• Please check with your mobile service provider for charges related to Bhutan.
• Do not bring any plant or agricultural product out of Bhutan. It is illegal.
• Credit cards are accepted in selected establishments in Bhutan. However, it is recommended that you speak with your service provider to find out about the acceptability of credit card in Bhutan.
• Please take off your hats while visiting Dzongs, monasteries and in front of the National Flag. And also ensure that you are properly dressed (such as long sleeves shirts and T Shirts, full pants and covered shoes) while visiting Dzongs, temples and other government offices.
• Taking pictures of some parts and items in the Temples and Dzongs are prohibited. Please follow the instructions from your guide.
• If you buy antiques from Bhutan, please ensure that you have valid bills and cash memo for the same. Bhutan has strict regulations for the same.
• Please be informed that the condition of the road to Bumthang is bad as widening works are going on. It is taking more than 12 Hours to reach Bumthang from Punakha. If there are any bookings for Bumthang, please inform the travelers beforehand on mandatory basis about the same so that the travelers come prepared.
• Camping facilities in Bhutan are very basic with simple Bhutanese food. Please do not expect international quality of camps in Bhutan.

Note:

• The above is just a proposal.
• Rooms & Airfare are subject to availability at the time of booking.
• Vehicle will not be on disposal basis
• These rates are valid for Indian Nationals only.