Bhutan follows a unique “high value, low volume” tourism policy that prioritizes sustainability and cultural preservation. The Royal Government of Bhutan sets regulations to ensure an enriching and responsible travel experience for every visitor.
There is a minimum selling price in USD set by The Royal Government for all travel packages to Bhutan and to be paid prior to your arrival in Bhutan.
Our standard of quality in service will never be compromised with our discounts offered.
Rates for groups (3 persons minimum):
minimum daily tour price
- peak season USD 385 per person per night.
- off-season USD 335 per person per night.
Rates for 2 persons:
minimum daily tour price
- peak season USD 415 per person per night.
- off-season USD 365 person per night.
Rates for individuals:
minimum daily tour price
- peak season USD 430 per person per night.
- off-season USD 375 per person per night.
Surcharges:
For surcharges please visit http://www.tourism.gov.bt/about-bhutan/surcharges
For groups of less than three, the Royal Government of Bhutan imposes surcharges. In the figure above, surcharges are separated from minimum daily tour prices.
The minimum daily package covers the following services.
- A minimum of 3-star accommodation (4 & 5 stars may require an additional premium).
- All meals
- A licensed Bhutanese tour guide for the extent of your stay
- All internal transport (excluding internal flights)
Camping equipment and haulage for trekking tours also include:
- All internal taxes and charges
- A sustainable development fee of $200.
This sustainable development fee goes towards free education, free healthcare, poverty alleviation, along with the building of infrastructure.
Sustainable Development Fee
The sustainable development fee goes towards free education, free healthcare, poverty alleviation, along with the building of infrastructure.
The Act came into force on the 11th Day of the 5th Month of the Iron Male Rat Year corresponding to the 1st July 2020.
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Visa Required: Yes
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Sustainable Development Fee (SDF):
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US$100 per adult per day
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Children (6–12 years): 50% concession
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Children under 6: Free
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Visa Application Fee: US$40 (non-refundable, one-time fee)
Surcharges Applicable to individual travelers and smaller groups of less than 3 person
- Solo traveler US$40 each per night
- Group of 2 persons US$30 each per night
**The surcharge will not be applicable to representatives of foreign travel agents on business study or promotional visit duly approved and cleared by TCB.
Discounts Applicable for the following
- Children up to the age of 5 years – no charge.
- 6 – 12 years old accompanied by elders/guardian – 50% discount on daily rates and no royalty required to be paid
- 25 years and below – 25% discount on daily rates for full time students holding valid identity cards from their academic institutions
Visitors from India, Bangladesh & the Maldives
📌 Indian Nationals
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Permit Required: Yes
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Where to Apply:
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Online (recommended for convenience)
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On arrival at the point of entry (note: wait times may apply)
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SDF: Payable online or in-person at entry point
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Documents Needed:
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Passport or Voter ID
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Passport-size photograph
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📌 Bangladesh & Maldives Nationals
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Visa Required: Yes
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Same application process as Indian nationals
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SDF: Payable online or in-person
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Application Options:
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Apply online or let us handle it for you
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