Bhutan Package Tour

Essential Info

Climate and Best Time for Bhutan Package Tour

The climate of Bhutan depends on the altitude and it is much influenced by the monsoon. The eastern, central, and western regions of the nation (where we will be visiting) are affected by the moderate continental weather pattern.

In summer, the mercury doesn’t go above 26 degrees Celsius, and in winter, it can dip down to -6 degrees. In autumn and spring, the thermometer generally shows 18 to 24 degrees Celsius heat with cool nights of 3 to 5 degrees Celsius.

Therefore, you can undertake our tour package for Bhutan in the shoulder days of March, April, and May (spring), and September, October, and November (autumn).

During the springtime, the country shines with the vivid color of fragrant floras adding a mesmerizing touch to the already beautiful landscape. During the autumn time, Bhutan lies free from the harsh temperatures of summer and winter with the transparent skies that offer excellent open views of its eastern Himalayas.

If you are fond of enjoying the Bhutanese festivals, then choose to embark on our Bhutan tour package in October or November when you can attend the local festival of Tshechu.

The winter period extending from December through February is not too bad either for undertaking our Bhutan package tour as the days are often filled with bright sunshine. Mornings and nights can be chilly, but the destinations we will explore are at lower altitudes so we will not be facing the extreme cold.

June, July, and August are the only time of the year when it is not advisable to visit Bhutan as it is the summer period with abundant rainfall.

How hard is the Bhutan Package Tour?

Our 6 days Bhutan tour provides you with the quintessential introduction to this magical and mystical land. In this tour, we have tried to harmonize the beauty of simplicity with the excitement of adventure.

With a major focus on the key cities of Paro, Thimphu, and Punakha, this tour will immerse you completely in the authentic culture of the country. In addition, for this amazing journey, we have incorporated your travel with flights, ground travel by spacious private vehicle with a personal chauffeur, and a leisurely stroll around the significant monuments.

Thus, you can simply put behind the stress of high altitudes, exhausting treks, and basic comfort- a typical feature of any Himalayan trip. Therefore, this tour is undoubtedly the simplest and most delightful way to explore any Himalayan kingdom.

However, our tour package for Bhutan does have one mediumly difficult segment- the vertical hike to the Tiger’s Nest Monastery. The ascent to this remarkable treasure of Bhutan will take you to the 3100 m altitude with the necessity of overcoming the 1000 m vertical cliff.

If you prefer, you can take this journey on the back of a mule. Still, it will be great if you have enthusiasm for walking accompanied by your good health.

Who should choose our Bhutan package tour 2025- 2026?

Thanks to the easy atmosphere, comfortable setting, and affordable budget, our tour package of Bhutan is open to everyone. Throughout the journey, you will enjoy your overnight stays in establishments rated at least three stars by the National Tourism Association of Bhutan.

The tour begins and concludes with a short flight, while all ground transportation will be in a private, spacious vehicle accompanied by a local English-speaking guide and a professional chauffeur.

The five days travel program includes visits to the kingdom’s main attractions such as the monasteries, fortresses, and temples in Thimphu, Paro, and Punakha. The altitudes of these cities are all below 3000 m, except for Dochula Pass (3150 m) and Tiger’s Nest Monastery (3100 m).

Here, we will only have brief stops so it is unlikely to suffer from acute mountain sickness. Additionally, Bhutan has a literacy rate of over 70 percent, here, almost everyone can communicate in English.

The kingdom is also an exceptionally safe country for tourists. There are always many police officers in Thimphu and at the sights, vigilantly monitoring the order. The nation also has a developed network of state clinics and hospitals.

So a young couple looking out for a romantic setting in nature, or a family with young children, you can undertake this tour without thinking twice.

Even if you are a busy corporate personnel or a businessman, you can certainly spare six days for this unforgettable experience. However, if you are pregnant, or have chronic conditions related to your lungs, kidneys, or heart, we suggest you ask your physician first before participating in our Bhutan package tour.

Why should I engage with you for the Bhutan package tour?

Bhutan is the kingdom of fairy tale land which lets you discover a destination that has not been overrun by tourists yet. However, a solo adventure to Bhutan or a DIY tour is next to impossible in this Kingdom unless you are from Bangladesh, India, or the Maldives.

So you must travel to Bhutan through a government-approved tour and travel agency whether you choose to enter Bhutan through India or any other nation.

As a government-recognized travel agency in Nepal, we have been organizing the unforgettable Bhutan tour package for many years. We therefore always map out the itineraries based on the number of available days of our guests, their preferences, and their budget.

Once you book and confirm our Bhutan package tour, our team then manages all the entry formalities, and permits, and organizes your destinations, accommodations, guides, and transportation. We also provide both detailed and tailor-made plans to suit your needs.

Our Bhutan tour package cost also includes the Sustainable Development Fee of 100 USD per person per day, as required by the Bhutanese government. Thus you only have to worry about bringing money for extras and souvenirs.

For us, your security and comfort are our top concern during the tour. Therefore, we only provide a well-maintained vehicle, a government-licensed English-speaking local guide, and quality accommodations to make sure you feel safe and comfortable during all your travels.

We also want to deliver the true value for your invested money, so we have incorporated all the must-see attractions during our five days itinerary.

Plus, our Bhutan tour package cost is transparent, with no hidden fees. We also believe in responsible tourism practices and aim to reduce environmental impact and honor local cultures and traditions.

Acute Mountain Sickness/Altitude Sickness

The chances of developing acute mountain sickness on our Bhutan package tour are quite slim, however, we cannot assure you that it will be entirely absent.

The journey during the tour involves frequent elevation changes over a short period of time. You will start at 1,300 m in Kathmandu, quickly rising to 2,200 m in Paro within an hour, and then to 2,400 m in Thimphu in just two hours.

As you make your way to Punakha, the altitude will dramatically drop to 1200 m. Additionally, you will also cross the Dochula Pass, which is over 3,000 m high, and then engage in a vertical hike to the Tiger’s Nest Monastery at 3,100 m.

These rapid transitions in altitude may lead to the development of mild symptoms of altitude sickness in some travelers. In the case of long hiking, the body will get enough time to get used to and adjust to the new height.

However, our travel method (flying and driving) may not provide your body the needed time for such gradual acclimatization. Since the altitudes in our tour are not excessively high, any altitude sickness you may experience is likely to be mild with headaches, insomnia, fatigue, or slight dizziness.

These conditions usually heal on their own with proper rest in your room. Maintaining hydration is also equally vital and if you like to facilitate a quicker acclimatization process, you may consider taking Diamox while in Kathmandu.

Sleeping and Eating

As part of our Bhutan tour package, we have arranged your five night stay in Bhutan in one of their cozy hotels recognized as three stars by the National Tourism Association of Bhutan.

You will have a spacious room with two single beds which you will have to share with another guest of the same gender. Each room will be equipped with an attached bathroom and hot water. We like to assure you that these hotels are the best in the area and provide a clean and comfortable atmosphere along with the best scenery of the city.

Likewise, every meal, from breakfast to lunch and dinner, is included in our Bhutan tour package cost. However, please note that beverage costs are part of our service fees.

Bhutanese meal basically includes a lot of red rice and natural products – cereals, vegetables, dairy cheeses, and of course their chili peppers. They have also learned to serve bland food according to the taste of foreign travelers.

Lunches and dinners in Bhutan usually includes some kind of vegetable, or less commonly meat, often prepared with chili peppers, served alongside red rice and cottage cheese.

You must try one of their popular dishes such as Ema Datshi(chili peppers stewed in a cheese sauce with spices), Keva Datshi (chili and cheese, accompanied by potatoes), and Shamu Datshi (chili and cheese with mushroom).

If you like some meat, you can try out Phagsha Pa (pork stewed with radish), Kewa Phagha (pork with potatoes and spices), or Jasha maru (chicken with vegetables).

As for beverages, the local chang (beer made in Bhutan), Bhutanese tea (with salt, pepper, and butter), and Ara (grain vodka) will be pretty awesome choices to try.

Transportation

For your pleasurable journey through the marvelous towns of Thimphu, Paro, and Punakha, we have arranged a spacious and comfortable 4×4 vehicle, accompanied by a friendly local English-speaking Bhutanese guide and chauffeur.

Your airport transfers both in Nepal and Bhutan will also be managed, and we will organize your round-trip flights from Kathmandu to Paro to Kathmandu as well.

Languages spoken in Bhutan

The official language of the Kingdom is called Dzongkha, but several dozen dialects are also spoken in the country. Local guides speak English, Hindi, Nepali, and Chinese.

Money and Exchange, Credit Cards

Bhutan’s currency is the Ngultrum (BTN), one ngultrum is equal to 100 chetrums (coins). The Indian Rupee, US Dollars, and Euros are also widely accepted in the Bhutanese market. International currency and travelers’ checks can be changed for Bhutanese ngultrums at banks and hotels.

Banks such as Bank of Thimphu, Bhutan National Bank, and Citibank will be open from Monday through Friday from 10 am to 1 pm.

There are also money exchange counters in Paro, Thimphu, and Punakha, but for the most favorable rates, it is best that you convert your money at Paro Airport. Please hold on to the exchange receipt safely as you will need it if you plan to convert any remaining local or Indian currency at the airport later.

You also need to understand that import and export of national currency in large quantities is not allowed in Bhutan but small amounts can be exported. Also, you don’t need to declare your country’s currency if the amount does not exceed USD 10,000.

As for money withdrawals, ATMs can be found in the capital, and Paro but they cannot be always relied on. They may not allow you to withdraw large amounts and the charged commission can also be very high.

Credit cards from major international brands (MasterCard, Visa card, Diners, etc.) can be used in hotels and large stores in Thimphu.

Telephone and Internet

For easy mobile communication and online connection when touring in Bhutan, the easiest way will be to purchase an eSIM online before your trip. After you purchase the SIM, the mobine network will send you the QR Code in your email which you can scan to activate your service right away.

This option will save you the trouble of searching for physical SIM cards after you land in Bhutan. However, if you prefer the local physical SIM Cards, then you can also purchase SIM cards from TashiCell or B-Telecom (Bhutan Telecom) in Paro or Thimphu which also provides 4G/LTE service.

For using the internet, these Bhutanese SIM Cards also provide you with a one-month 4G data plan which will be much more reliable and faster than the hotel WiFi.

Essential Visa and Rules to be Followed for the Bhutan Tour Package

Bhutan allows an unlimited number of tourists inside its borders but it has implemented a strict tourism policy in order to protect and preserve its natural environment and national identity.

It has the motto of High Cost and Low Impact Tourism in place to motivate only those travelers to enter Bhutan who have respect for the unique tradition of the country and its people.

So there are a few small things you need to understand before your entry into the Bhutanese border. Firstly, independent travel in the Kingdom is not permitted; you must book a tour package of Bhutan through a travel agency that is certified by the Bhutanese government.

Secondly, if you are a foreign traveler(except for Maldivians, Indians, and Bangladeshis), you will need a tourist visa to enter the country. This visa can only be obtained through a certified tour and travel agency like ours, not through any consulate offices or embassies.

Third, the tourist Visa will not be issued abroad, it will be stamped in your passport for a fee of USD 40 per person upon your arrival at Paro Airport.

And one important thing to remember is the extra daily charge you will have to pay till your stay in the land of Bhutan. This fee is called the SDF (Sustainable Development Fee) in place by the Bhutanese government which is US$ 100 per tourist.

The fee used to be US$ 200 until 2023 which is then reduced to half to increase tourism in the country after the COVID pandemic. Children between 6 and 12 years of age are given a 50% discount on the fee of SDF, while children below 6 years do not need to pay the fee of the SDF.

We have made sure to include the Visa and SDF fees in our overall cost of the Bhutan tour package.

How to obtain the Bhutan Tourist Visa?

After you finalize our Bhutan package tour 2025 with us, you need to provide us with a digital copy of your passport along with your two digital photos. We will forward these to our travel operator in Bhutan, who will submit them to the Bhutan Tourism Department for approval.

Once they grant us the approval, the immigration authorities will issue your visa upon your arrival at Paro Airport. This visa will be eligible for 15 days, and if you wish to stay longer, you can apply for an additional 15-day extension while in Bhutan. Please, reserve our tour at least 15 to a month before the tour join date.

You can also apply for your Bhutan tourist visa online by visiting the official website of the Department of Immigration of Bhutan https://immi.gov.bt/home.

Then you need to register or sign up to begin the immigration process. You will need to complete the application form with your details and upload the required documents, such as your passport and photographs.

You will then pay the necessary Visa fee and submit your application.

Customs and Laws in Bhutan

Regarding the customs rules in Paro Airport, you can only import up to one liter of alcoholic beverages duty-free. Foreign travelers are allowed to import tobacco products for personal use subject to the tax payment of of 225%.

A police officer may ask to see a customs receipt; if you do not have one, you may be charged with smuggling, which can result in imprisonment. You also need to declare photo and video equipment, as well as electronic equipment upon entry.

On your exit, you may be asked to present a declaration and check the compliance of the quantity of equipment being exported. Similarly, the import of drugs, weapons and ammunition, explosives and dangerous substances, military equipment, antiques, plants, and animals, as well as seeds and goods made from skins, bones, etc. are also prohibited.

Antiques can be exported from Bhutan upon presentation of a special certificate (issued by the antique seller).

And, when you travel around Bhutan, remember that smoking is not allowed in public places such as schools, Dzongs, heritage sites, and hospitals. You can only smoke in the strictly designated areas by the government.

On the other hand, you can enjoy alcoholic beverages without restriction in every hotel, bar, and restaurant.

Also, understand that Bhutanese people respect their king very much and expect the same from their guests. Before visiting a temple, you should take off shoes and hats.

Your clothing should also be appropriate – closed and with long sleeves. In monasteries, it is customary to make small donations to monks for the needs of the temple. However, this is not a mandatory custom you must follow.

Travel Insurance

Although the tourism department of Bhutan has removed the requirement for tourists to have travel insurance, we still encourage you to get one.

When you step outside the safety of your home, several factors like long-distance travel, weather and new climatic conditions, new food, and a new setting can cause minor issues which can anytime cause significant problems.

You may be in a situation where you will be in desperate need of sudden evacuation by air. There can be a sudden need for hospitalization or repatriation.

In such circumstances, your insurance policy will facilitate the added financial cost and your insurance provider can facilitate the necessary actions.

Additionally, you will also be protected against everyday travel troubles such as flight and trip cancellation, lost luggage, extra stays in hotels, and the need for early departure.