RULES CHANGED - Bhutan Trip from India 2024 | India to Bhutan Guide | Bhutan Tour by Road
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- Everything you need to know to go to Bhutan from India!
We recently went to Bhutan and there has been some changes for Indian tourists that one needs to know.
In this video we have covered:
1) How to plan your trip to Bhutan from India.
2) Documents required for Bhutan Immigration from India.
3) Are guides mandatory now to visit Bhutan?
4) New tax 'SDF' of INR 1200/night/person is charged for Indian tourists.
5) Tips on how to save some SDF when staying in Bhutan!
6) Complete step by step immigration process at Bhutan border.
We have also covered in this video on how to reach Bhutan from India by road and flight.
Hope you like this video and if any question, do let us know in the comment and we will definitely answer them!
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Bhutan Itinerary from India!
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Bhutan Cost from India:
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Thanks for the video and the way u replied each one. It was helpful keep blogging.
Thanks for the encouraging words! ☺️
Lovely! Cheers for more incredible and breathtaking globetrotting adventures!
Thanks much for your wishes! 😊
Q1. What is the cost of taxi from Bagdogra to border town? Q2. How much time, cost from border town to Paro and/or Thimpu? Q3. Which is a better place between the two for a typical Delhite? Q4. Total cost of trip for 2 for 5 nights in Bhutan?
That's lot of Questions!
1. Taxi from Bagdogra to Jaigaon would be around 3-4K depending on season and your negotiation!
2. Around 4-5 hrs to Thimphu from Phuntsholing (Bhutan's border town). Cost not sure of as we had taken cab & driver for entire Bhuran trip. To Paro, it would be more or less same.
3. It would depend on your preference but we liked Thimpu more compared to Paro!
4. Cost again would vary, but around 60-70K for 2.
Hey just few urgent doubts
1) so i would be visiting bhutan alone but joinin a friend who would already be there with a guide. So should i still hire a guide? And as a indian is guide necessary and also my stay would be with my friend and i will have that document, that would be enough right?
@@prashanthn9887 yes in this case you wouldn't need to hire guide. Just provide the details of the guide that your friend has hired. Along with that you would need stay proof.
Did you feel the tour package to be expensive? How much would one save if they plan on their own?
In Bhutan, we found tour packages to be quite reasonable. While you can plan on your own and would be a bit cheaper but tour package usually would take the hassle away from interacting to guides, car drivers etc.
Do Bhutan hotels have Lifts / escalators. Also can you suggest if the guide will travel all through with us ? Is it safe for women travel
Yes, hotels in Bhutan do have lifts!
Yes, the guide would travel with you all through. However they would arrange their own stay etc. so you need not worry.
Bhutan is one of the safest country hence pretty safe! However, do exercise caution as you would in any other place.
Highly informative video
Thanks for sharing
Waiting for more videos
Please share details of local agent
Glad you liked it!
Bhutan Inc was the travel agent with whom we went with. Hope this helps!
@@rollingfeettalesHow was your experience with Bhutan Inc?
@@rohinirajagopal5198can u give the no of agent?
Hi team request if you can assist?
1) Are any cards accepted in Bhutan or do we need to carry everything in Cash for Bhutan trip?
2) Is public transport available for commutation between the 3 main cities?
3) Guide and travel insurance can be hired/purchased directly during immigration?
1) Cards aren't accepted at most of the places in Bhutan, so carry cash. Good thing is Indian Rupee works in Bhutan! So no need to exchange money!
2) Public buses are available but are limited & kind of infrequent. Best option would be to go for car hire for the day.
3) Yes, you can take both guide & insurance at Bhutan immigration!
Hope this helps!
@@rollingfeettales thank you so much. Your information has been really helpful.
How mach cash on can carry to avoid any inconveniences
What will be the temperature of Bhutan in May Last week?
What kind of clothes should we take with us ? Like light warm clothes or summer clothes?
May would be warm in Bhutan during the day, however evenings temperature could drop a bit.
So carry light jackets & raincoat/umbrella for any occasional rains! Also, if it gets really chilly then Bhutan has really good woolen stuff - buy from there. Would be as souvenir as well! 😄
Is guides are mandatory if we travel by our own car
Thanks for your informative video. Is guide mandatory for Indian visitors going to Thimphu?
Yes guide is mandatory. 😔
@@rollingfeettales Ohhhh
Thanks for the information
And their charges? So the guide stays with us the entire trip ?
Can you share the procedure for an Indian planning to stay in Bhutan for six months or longer?
For Tourists, maximum period allowed is 90 days, you can ask for extension at Thimpu immigration office in Bhutan. However, if you intend to work in Bhutan, then you will have to apply for Work permit in Bhutan.
I am going solo, so after paying add how to take guide and hotel
You need to book hotels in advance to get permit. For guide, you can hire one from immigration counter else you can book them online in advance as well through Bhutan Tour operators.
Hello, which month from the two would be better to visit Bhutan? August or October?
October will be good month to visit Bhutan as rains would have stopped and weather would be pleasant with lots of greenery ! Though since Bhutan is mountains, weather can be unpredictable so pack some rain gears!
12 per night total 3o days 30000
If we come by direct flights, are guides available outside the airport?
Yes, you would get them once during your Bhutan immigration!
Which all denominations of Indian currency acceptable in Bhutan ?
₹500, ₹200 & ₹100 notes works well in Bhutan! ₹50/₹20/₹10/₹2000 notes wouldn't work in Bhutan, so carry accordingly. Also do note that in exchange you would get Bhutanese currency!
Hello..I have booked tickets for 4th June to 10th June. Is it good time to visit.? I’m worried about clouds and Rain which blocks views. Which time did you travel?
Yes, chances of rain in Bhutan could be higher in June as from June monsoon starts in Bhutan.
But cloud & rain can happen anytime of the year in Bhutan! We travelled in October and still got clouds on one of the days & a bit of rain in Dochula pass!
Total kharcha kitna aaya
Bro did u vis8t
Per person 1200 or per group 1200
Per person ₹1200. And it's per night! So if you stay for 5 nights (excluding Phuentsoling) then it'll be ₹6000 per person 😰
Yes it's horrible 😢
Drop the planning, better to go sri lanka
Hahaha! Anyway Srilanka is Visa free for now! 😄
@@DigitalAxom92 passport nahi ह
Is passport necessary for documentation or will voter id card work instead?
Voter Id card will work as well!
Aadhar card wouldn't work.
@@rollingfeettalesjo log passport ki jagah voter card par jayenge unke liye Bhutan immigration me stamp kaha par lagate hai?
@@Apurv22able receipt milega jisme details honge.
Is Immogration office in jaigaon open on Saturday. If we reach bagdogra on saturday morninh
Yes, the Bhutan border is open 24x7, so even if you arrive in Jaigaon on weekend, you will be able to enter provided you have relevant documents!
1)Cost of the guide?
2)Can I use my own car or bike there?
For Bhutan,
Cost of guide is usually 1500-2K/day depending on the season. Do note that this is per guide charge, so if you're part of group then this amount gets divided!
For own car/bike, yes you can take it to Bhutan but you'll have to pay around ₹4K/day for car! 😔
@@rollingfeettales ok thank you.
It will be better to hire a car from there then.
Yes given the cost, it's better to hire a car in Bhutan itself!
@@rollingfeettales Ok
Love from Northeast India🎉
How much it would cost for hiring car and guide? Is there anything for a solo traveller?
For solo travelers in Bhuran one can opt for group travel where cost of guide & car gets shared among group members! Or one can hire guide & car on their own for entire duration in Bhutan!
For Bhuran trip cost, do check out: th-cam.com/video/n3b3VcQgYoY/w-d-xo.htmlsi=m3Vz8tl2WkYZLBqO
Hy bro i sont speak hindhi.
But would u mind share some details
1. Is there an entry fee per person, i heard that one have to pay a certain amoint per day. If yes what is the cost
2. Does it sompulsory stay in 3* hotels, what is the budget friensly accomodation available
3.does it mandatory to to have a guide. If yes what is the cost
4. How long u spend time in bhutan , how much it cost u
5. Doea pulblic transport is available
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Let me try to add Eng subtitle in the video!
Meanwhile,
1. Yes, there is a SDF (sustainability development fee) of ₹1200/night/person
2. It's not compulsory to stay in 3* hotels. You can chose to stay at homestays also at much lower cost (
@@rollingfeettales thank you so much for your prompt reply. I wish your channel will reach to more people
Can we travel in our personal vehicle???
Yes you can travel to Bhutan in your personal vehicle however you will have to pay daily charge of around ₹4k/night. This is over and above the SDF charges of ₹1500/nigh 😞
@@rollingfeettales
Thank you for ur swift response….
Can you please elaborate the procedure for travelling on my two wheeler.???
What additional documents are required to be carried along with…
hey what about the changed rules for travel guide and hotels etc? Did they scrape it?
The rules for Bhutan entry from India remains the same i.e. Travel guide is must, SDF charges to be paid & travel insurance required.
@@rollingfeettales thats a lot..easily 1500 dollars for one..
And how to get the travel insurance? From where and how?
Is solo travel allowed? What is the cost of tour guide and insurance?
Yes, solo trip is allowed!
Detailed cost of guide, insurance & other is mentioned in our cost breakup video :
th-cam.com/video/n3b3VcQgYoY/w-d-xo.html
Is Travel agency compulsory... Or any alternative method...?
Travel agency is not mandatory for Bhutan trip! You can plan on your own as well. However, you will have to hire Guide yourself either in advance or at the time of Bhutan immigration. Also since public transport in Bhutan is not that great, you would need to hire car with driver as well!
@@rollingfeettales Like why to hire an guide... Are there any government restrictions...?
@@samarthlande5626 yes it's mandated by Bhutan government 🤷 . On the positive side, guides make your trip more memorable by explaining the history of the places!
@@rollingfeettales How much be the expenses for 1 week?.... Including everything per person.... Hope it helps me🙏🙏
Can we take our own car and drive there?any car permit information you can give
Yes you can take your car to Bhutan! However, you'll have to pay ₹4500/day for your car at Bhutan immigration!
I did not understand the 1200 sdf part
In Bhutan, there is a tourist tax amounting to ₹1200/night for Indian citizens. This charge is called SDF charges.
Accommodation and Food charges of the guide - are they supposed to be borne by us?
Nope, you need not pay anything for guide & driver!
You can tip them though at the end of the Bhutan trip!
Oh... This answered my question
Will they stamp passports?? And any documents do they (bhutan govt) give during immigration
Like e visa etc for entry
At Bhutan immigration, they will stamp the passport with details like entry date & validity date in Bhutan!
How much distance it is from the immigration office to paro?
How long it takes
From Bhuran immigration to Paro would take around 5-6 hrs depending on if you stop in between and weather conditions?
Do you to submit the passport or send soft copy?
At the Bhutan immigration, you will have to show original passport.
If we don't have Indian passport may we travel in Bhutan ??
Hi , is there any train route or road way to bhutan
There is no train that crosses India Bhutan border.
By Road, you can enter Bhutan from Jaigaon city - last Indian border town to Bhutan!
Thank you so much so help full .. but indian paisa main kuch problem to nehi aagye naa ?? Pls let me know
Na, no problem with Indian rupee in Bhutan! Humne Indian rupee use kiya tha Bhutan me. Bas return me Bhutanese currency milti hai.
@@rollingfeettales than what u did with bhutan currency?? Exchange ltr ??
We just carried Indian rupee in Bhutan!
In Bhuta, they accept Indian Rupee so no need to exchange! Just that carry ₹500 notes. 2K notes & Small denomination notes aren't accepted. You would get return money in Bhutanese currency though.
Does 1year old need passport to visit bhutan or adhaar card will be ok
For Kids below 18yrs of age, you would need to carry their birth certificate (in English).
Hope this helps!
Travel insurance will b issue frm there only ?
You take your own travel insurance for Bhutan. Just ensure that you have seal & sign on the insurance (online one may not have this). Else, you can purchase one from immigration as well. If you are taking a tour agent then they can take it on your behalf - we took this way.
Hope this helps!
What is the right time to visit Bhutan? Clear sky will be there.
One more question. What's the approximate expenditure for 5 days in Bhutan for a couple with a toddler?
For cost, checkout our video on this!
th-cam.com/video/n3b3VcQgYoY/w-d-xo.html
Bhutan best time to visit is during spring i.e March-May or in autumn i.e. September-November!
@@rollingfeettales thanks a lot
Can we go in mid August
Is there pure vegetarian restaurant in bhutan
Yes you do get Pure vegetarian restaurants in Bhutan but they are limited in numbers. However you will find places in Bhutan that serve both vegetarian & non vegetarian food.
Visa is like 1200per day its way to costlier
Yes ₹1200/night for Bhuran trip is added cost 😞
However, Bhuran is a beautiful country & can definitely be visited once! 😊
From where can we hire the guide?
We got it from 'Niel Empire' - a travel agency in Egypt.
You can contact them for Tour guarantee letter & guides.
More details are there on our Instagram page : @rollingfeettales !
What are the charges for Guide and is it easily available in Phuentsholling
Guide charges in Bhutan would be around ₹1500-2000/day. It would vary depending on season in Bhutan but usual range is this. You can book them in advance or get one at Phuentsholing!
Do note, it's not one guide charges/person but it's per group!
What if we dont have passport
You can use your Indian voter card as well for Bhutan trip!
Is smoking allowed in Bhutan and can Indians carry cigarettes
Yes you can carry some for personal use in Bhutan! Earlier it was banned (before covid) but post covid it's relaxed.
However, do confirm once at Bhutan immigration as rules keep changing.
chote baccho ka na voter id hai aur na passport then kaun sa doc lagega
Bhutan ke liye, Birth Certificate lagega for kids jinka passport nae hai. Carry original & printout!
can minors carry birth certificate instead of passport?
Yes, for Bhutan entry, birth certificate is ok if minors don't have passport yet!
Bro is there vegetarian restaurants in Bhutan?
Yes yes, a lot of vegetarian restaurants you will find in Bhutan! Just that it would be a bit spicy! 😄
@@rollingfeettales ok. Thank you ❤️
Can we go in mid August
Yes you can go to Bhutan in mid August if you like mix weather i.e. a bit rain & sun!
kya pehne whether kaisa hoga august me
Bhutan me August me rains ke jyada chances hote hain, so carry rain coat and waterproof shoes along with windcheater! Carry light jacket for night time!
Baaki enjoy the weather with lots of greenery!
How to get in touch with bhutan travel agent?
For our trip to Bhutan from India, we connected with Tour agency named Bhutan Inc via TravelTriangle! Bhutan Inc provided pickup & drop from Bagdogra/Jalpaiguri, car with driver in Bhutan, guide & hotels.
You can contact them at +97577980101 !
Hope this helps!
If I don't take guide.
@@piyushroy6275 unfortunately guide is mandatory to visit Bhutan. You might not get entry into Bhutan without guide. 😔
How is ur experience with bhutan inc travel agency??
It was a good experience with them! Guide was knowledgeable & driver was also experienced.
Travel insurance lena must hai or ye immigration counter k paas hi hoga or iski kitni cost hogi??
Travel insurance is must for Bhutan trip.
Insurance Bhutan immigration ke waha pe bhi kharid sakte hain. Usually ₹500-700 ka hota hai for less rhan 10days visit.
@@rollingfeettales thanks
Thanks... Got the answers to all my questions
@@soma2chd i will let you know for further questions
Now it looks like Bhutan has removed the mandatory travel insurance! So bina insurance ke bhi Bhutan ja sakte hain! Par highly recommended hai ki aap travel insurance le ke jao for own safety!
Kia bache bhutan border enter kar sakte hai? Jo bache 13-15 saal ka ho
Haan ja sakte hain par unka bhi SDF charge ₹1200/night lagega. 6-12 saal pe SDF ₹600/night lagta hai.
Travel Insurance kaise milega
Any local tour agency in Bhutan se le sakte hain else Bhutan immigration se bhi kharid sakte hain
Bike main Rs 200 ka petrol bharke Bhutan ghum ata hoon main 😂 aur Phuentsholing se tank full karke ata hoon around Rs 74 per litre hain waha 🤌
Bike ke liye they charge ₹4k/day 😓
is passport mandatory?
Nope, Passport is not mandatory for Bhutan trip from India! You can carry your original voter Id card as well.
Can we enter Bhutan with our own car?
Yes you can! Just that you would have to pay daily fees of around 4.5K/day. 😞
Voter id nhi hai to pan card chalega kya
Nahi, Bhutan trip ke liye Passport ya Voter id me se koi ek hona chahiye. Pan card accept nae hota.
what are cab expenses from bagdogra to jaogaon?
Car rental for Bagdogra to Jaigon would be between 3 to 4K depending on season, car type etc!
Main drawback of bhutan ia SDF
💯 % agree!!
2.43 kya bola bhai muslim ko stay krne ka kuch ni lgta ?
Na na, I was saying 'Phuentsholing' jo Bhutan ka border town hai waha stay karne ka koi charge nae lagta! 😁
I am planning to visit Bhutan from Bangalore without package by my own family alone.. could you please give some tips
In that case, pre book your hotels & carry the photocopy. Rest of the things like guide, insurance & internal transport in Bhutan can be arranged at Bhutan immigration. You will also have to take care of transport from Bagdogra Airport or Jalpaiguri Station to Jaigaon (&return) where Bhutan immigration would happen!
@@rollingfeettales many thanks mate for your quick response
Could you please tell me how to hire a guide, like from where?
Two ways you could book guides in Bhutan:
1) At the immigration you can hire a guide
2) Ask any tour agency that will provide you with guide. We did this, where we booked car with driver & guide for our Bhutan trip!
Bhutan guide ka charge kitna hai.
Around 1500-2000/day.
Detailed cost humne is video me bataya hai:
th-cam.com/video/n3b3VcQgYoY/w-d-xo.html
Hope this helps!
Guide Contact Details!!
We went with Bhutan Inc & we liked their service!
You can contact them at +97577980101 !
Hope this helps!
Travel guide ka total kitna kharcha aaya
Bhutan me Guide ka cost around ₹1500-2000/day hota hai. Negotiate kar sakte hain thoda agar group chota hai toh.
Humne Guide+Car+Driver+Stay, Bhutan ki Tour company se liya tha. So alag se koi payment nae thi.
@@rollingfeettales kitna liya tour company ne
@@cartooncraze31841 around 50K for 2 person for 7 days in Bhutan! It also included pickup & drop from Bagdogra.
Is pasport is mandatory for bhutan travel?
No, passport is not mandatory for Bhutan trip for Indians!
You can use Voter ID card as well to enter Bhutan!
How was your experience with Bhutan Inc?
Experience with Bhutan Inc was good! Guide was knowledgeable & driver was also experienced for mountains roads!
1200 per night is ridiculous!!!!!!!!
Yeah, however we think Bhutan has introduced this to limit number of tourists coming to Bhutan from sustainability point of view.
1200 rs or dollar?
₹1200/night as SDF fee for Bhutan trip! It's not USD! 🙂
1200 per night bhut jada h bhai. 😂😂. Hotel and khana alag se.
Yeah for us Indians, ₹1200/person/night as SDF charges in Bhutan is a bit high. Foreigners se toh $100(~₹8000)/night charge karte hain!
@@rollingfeettales ok. Yes. I heard about you. 😁
Butanis ko bi india m anay se pahly visa or guide ka role bana cha hi yia
जैगांव
सही पकड़े हैं। 😄
The person travelling has very bad pronunciation he needs to speak every word clear and loud for people to understand
Thank you for the feedback! 🙌
We will improve on this on coming videos!
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