Bhutan New Year Tour

Accommodation: - 6 nights in 3-star premium hotels on double or triple sharing basis. - 1 night in Phuentsholing, 2 nights in Thimphu, 2 nights in Paro, and 1 night in Siliguri.

Other inclusions - Airport Pickup and Drop - One complimentary SIM card will be provided per group. - Visa cost or Sustainable Development Fee (SDF) for Bhutan included: INR 1200 per person per day - Licensed trip guide English/Hindi-speaking guide to assist throughout .

Meals - Total 12 meals - Complimentary breakfast (6) at the hotels. - Complimentary dinner (6) at the hotels.

Visa and Fees: - Immigration services and Bhutan visa/permit assistance. - Assistance with obtaining tourist permits for travel to Thimphu, Paro, and Punakha

Driver and Vehicle Services: - Driver allowances, toll taxes, parking charges, and state taxes are included. - Exclusive private vehicle for the Bhutan trip, based on the group size. - Exclusive private vehicle for Bagdogra airport pickup and drop-off, based on the group size.

GST (5%) is applicable extra

Air fare / Train fare / Bus fare.

Entry tickets to any Monuments are not included.

Any other meals not mentioned in the inclusions.

Personal Expenses such as Laundry, telephone calls, tips & gratuity. Mineral / soft / hard drinks, Paragliding, River rafting, joy ride, Pony Ride, Cable Car.

Room Heater, Local Cab fare & Entrance Fees.

Bhutanese Cultural Program, Traditional Dance or Campfire.

Additional sightseeing or extra usage of vehicle, other than mentioned in the itinerary.

Any cost arising due to natural calamities like, landslides, road blockage, political disturbances, etc. (to be borne by the client, who is directly payable on the spot).

Any increase in taxes or fuel price, leading to increase in cost on surface transportation & land arrangements, which may come into effect prior to departure.

Anything which is not include in the inclusions

Do’s

Respect Local Customs & Monasteries * Always walk clockwise around stupas & prayer wheels. * Remove shoes & hats before entering monasteries and dzongs. * Maintain silence inside religious sites.

Follow Bhutan’s Dress Code in Dzongs & Monasteries * Wear full-sleeved shirts, long pants, and closed shoes. * Avoid shorts, sleeveless tops, and hats inside religious places.

Carry Bhutanese Ngultrum (BTN) or Indian Rupees (₹) * Indian ₹500 and ₹2000 notes are not accepted; carry ₹100 denominations.

Respect Local Laws on Photography * Ask before taking pictures of locals, monks, or military zones. * Photography inside temples is strictly prohibited.

Pack for Changing Weather * Layered clothing is best since temperatures vary across locations.

Comfortable trekking shoes for Tiger’s Nest hike.

Try Local Bhutanese Cuisine - Must-try: Ema Datshi (spicy cheese & chili dish), Suja (butter tea), Red Rice.

Keep Your Entry Permit & Passport Handy * You will need your permit for check-posts when traveling between cities.

Don’ts:

No Public Displays of Affection (PDA) * Holding hands is okay, but kissing or hugging in public is considered disrespectful.

Do Not Point at Religious Objects or People - Use an open palm instead of pointing fingers.

Avoid Disrespecting the Royal Family - Criticizing Bhutan’s King or Government is strictly discouraged.

Don’t Smoke in Public Places - Bhutan has strict anti-smoking laws. Carry import permits if bringing cigarettes.

Do Not Litter - Bhutan takes cleanliness seriously. Use designated bins.

Avoid Buying Antique Religious Artifacts - Taking antique religious items out of Bhutan is illegal.

No Outside Drones Allowed - Flying drones requires special permits from the Bhutanese government.