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The adventure to reach Bhutan is an experience to relish, beginning with the very steps of its planning.
Visa
Obtaining a visa for your Bhutan visit is quick and straightforward, taking only a few minutes, paving the way for your seamless entry into the kingdom.
Transport
Airborne Arrival
Experience the convenience of arriving by air with Bhutan’s two national airlines, Drukair and Bhutan Airlines. Direct flights to and from our international airport in Paro establish connections with destinations including Bangladesh (Dhaka), India (Bagdogra, Guwahati, Kolkata, and New Delhi), Nepal (Kathmandu), Singapore, and Thailand (Bangkok).”
Roadway Arrival
Embark on a scenic journey by road through one of Bhutan’s four official entry points from India: Samtse and Phuentsholing in western Bhutan, Gelephu in central Bhutan, and Samdrup Jongkhar in the east.
Discover Bhutan from the Skies with Royal Bhutan Helicopter Services Limited (RBHSL).
Originally established for emergency medical evacuations, RBHSL now extends its services to private hires, including heli-hiking and various guest services. This unique offering allows for expedited travel, providing an aerial perspective of our kingdom and making long journeys more efficient. Please note that helicopter flights are contingent on clear and calm weather conditions.
For more details on accredited transport services and tour operators, we encourage you to consult with our hosts ahead of your trip to Bhutan.
Travel Etiquette
Bhutan, a small nation with a vibrant cultural fabric and profound beliefs, opens its doors with genuine hospitality. Our compassionate people seldom turn away guests’ requests. Understanding our LOCAL CUSTOMS is beneficial as you step onto our sacred soil, ensuring a respectful engagement with our kingdom and its heritage.
Bhutan, the last Vajrayana Buddhist country, is adorned with revered religious sites, ranging from roadside stupas to temples, monasteries, and nunneries.
Kindly observe silence at sacred sites to honor our people’s faith. When photographing those engaged in prayers or festivals, exercise mindfulness and avoid obstructing the religious observers’ connection with the altar.
Show respect by removing caps and hats when visiting sacred sites or meeting elders. If seated on the floor with a monk, nun, elder, or host, consider sitting cross-legged.
In temples, wear long sleeves and cover your legs. Upon entering, remove your shoes, and refrain from taking photos inside. Avoid sitting on lamas’ sacred thrones or touching religious items and paintings, displaying reverence for the sanctity of these spaces.
Bhutan, the last Vajrayana Buddhist country, is adorned with revered religious sites, ranging from roadside stupas to temples, monasteries, and nunneries.
Kindly observe silence at sacred sites to honor our people’s faith. When photographing those engaged in prayers or festivals, exercise mindfulness and avoid obstructing the religious observers’ connection with the altar.
Show respect by removing caps and hats when visiting sacred sites or meeting elders. If seated on the floor with a monk, nun, elder, or host, consider sitting cross-legged.
In temples, wear long sleeves and cover your legs. Upon entering, remove your shoes, and refrain from taking photos inside. Avoid sitting on lamas’ sacred thrones or touching religious items and paintings, displaying reverence for the sanctity of these spaces.