An Intro to Bhutan by Druk Asia

Kingdom of BhutanLand of the Thunder Dragon

Bhutan as a Travel Destination21st March 2013

Bhutan Tourism An Introduction

Bhutan Facts & Figures

Facts & Figures

Population 700,000

Time Zone GMT +6

Currency Ngultrum (Nu) equivalentto Rupee (INR)

Country Dial Code +975

Languages Dzongkah, English

Airport Paro Airport (PBH)45 min to capital, Thimphu

Airline Druk Air (KB)From Bangkok, Delhi, Kolkata& Kathmandu.

Visa Yes, except Indian,Maldivians & Blangadashis

Visitors 27,635in 200850,000 in 201160,000 International tourist in 2013

Notes Notable : Carina Lau + Tony Leong was married therein May 2008

Bhutan: Land of the Thunder Dragon

destinations, very few make it. This is Druk Yul, Bhutan, the Land of the Thunder Dragon.

Where happiness is more than a dreamYou cannot find a more enlightening travel destination today. Perched high on the mighty Himalayan range, the kingdom of Bhutan has defied globalization and chosen to remain a hidden paradise, accessible only to a fortunate few.Bhutan is marked by raw natural beauty where the dense foliage changes dramatically as the sub tropical jungles at sea level merge into a fertile temperate zone and rise up to the great northern glaciers. This pristine environment is home to exotic wild life and is a last refuge for endangered species like the Black-Necked Crane, the Blue Sheep, the Golden Langur, even the Royal Bengal Tiger.

An abode of gods?Bhutan is the last bastion of Vajrayana Buddhism, a spiritual practice that is known to be one of the most profound schools of teaching in the Buddhist world. The sacred monasteries that sit precariously on sheer cliffs, the fluttering prayer flags that line the high ridges, the red-robed monks who chant through the day and night, give this kingdom an aura that comes from another time.The people of Bhutan have drawn a rich culture from this heritage and made it the essence of their unique identity. They have decided that man can only survive, and truly live, by being in touch with the past. The onslaught of globalisation is balanced with the values that have kept human society together through the ages.
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2011 top 20 nationalities to Bhutan

Nationalities 2011 Vistors

American 6224

Japanese 3943

Chinese 2895

British 2795

German 2287

Thai 2235

Australian 1773

French 1585

Singaporean 1349

Canadian 1061

Italian 1016

Dutch 933

Taiwanese 891

Malaysian 788

Swiss 781

Spanish 727

Belgian 539

Danish 430

South Korean 407

Polish 311

Visa Requirement

No Limit to number of visitors to Bhutan since 2000

Minimum Spending

$250 USD per day for peak season (Mar, Apr, May, Sept, Oct, Nov)

$200 USD per day for other months

Package inclusive of English speaking guide

Driver

Transportation

All meals

3-star rated accomodation

Surcharges

$30 USD / day/paxfor 2 traveler in a group

$40 USD /day/pas for single traveler in a group

All nationalities require visa

Except from India, Bangladesh & Maldives

Business invitations

Submit scanned passport with occupation + correspondence address

Electronic submission required from TCB & Immigration

Usually send travelers 2 days before departure

Visa required for boarding flights to Paro

Scanned passport Electronic Submission

Only licensed tour operators in Bhutan has access to this portal.

Two-tier approval required by both Tourism Council of Bhutan & Dep. of Immigration

Electronic Visa

DrukairServices

Drukair Airbus A319s

DrukairDestinations

Started in 1978 to provide connectivity to Bhutanese

Operates 3 Airbus A319s

116 Seaters- 16 Business Class & 100 Economy Seats

InternationalOperates to Kathmandu, Bangkok Daily

Operates also to Delhi, Kolkata, Dakka, Singapore, Bagdogra(IXB), Guwahati & Gaya

Domestic OperationsOperationsBumthang& Yongphulaon ATR

Delhi

Singapore

Bangkok

Kathmandu

Kolkata (CCU)

Guwahati

Dhaka Gaya

Bagdogra

ParoInternational Airport

Visual landing only

Operates only during daylight : 7am til 5 pmWinter operates til 1 pm

All private jets or other airlines need to be guided by DrukairCaptains

ParoInternational Airport

Singapore ParoDirect Flights

Singapore Paro

Started on 1st September 2012

Twice weekly, depart Thurs & Sun

Return on Wed & Sat

Via Kolkata (45 min stop to pick & drop

pax)

116 seats Airbus A319 100 Economy 16 Business

Additional flight from 18th May

SIN-PBH on Sunday

PBH-SIN on Monday

DrukAsia Ticketing Services

Reservation of issuance of all Drukairtickets including KTM, DEL, BKK, SIN and more

For reservation, email full name of travelers, required sector and date of flights

Email request to [email protected]

28 days TTL. No extension possible.

Payment can be made by wires to Singapore USD/SGD account at DBS

E-tickets will be issued.
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Bhutan Tourism - Attractions

Unique Architecture

Famous Landmarks

- one of the most sought after destination

Unique Culture, History & Traditions

ColourfulFestivals

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An Intro to Bhutan by Druk Asia