Tour Cost

The below pricing is no longer valid due to the new tourism policy which came into effect on 20th June 2022. Please contact us for more details.

How much does it cost to visit Bhutan?

The minimum spending fee (Minimum Daily Package Rate) is regulated by the Royal Government of Bhutan and are applicable per person per night halt within Bhutan. Tour operators are strictly guided and monitored by the Government to ensure that all tour operators adhere to the national policy of “High value, Low Volume”. There is no restriction on the number of visitors as misunderstood by many travel enthusiasts around the world. However, there is an all-inclusive minimum daily package rate fixed by the government:

Minimum Daily Package Rate

During the high season months of March, April, May, September, October and November

  • 1 pax : USD250 + USD40 = USD290 per night halt
  • 2 pax : USD250 + USD30 = USD280 per person per night halt
  • 3 pax & above : USD250 per person per night halt


During the regular season months of December, January, February, June, July & August

  • 1 pax : USD200 + USD40 = USD240 per night halt
  • 2 pax : USD200 + USD30 = USD230 per person per night halt
  • 3 pax & above : USD200 per person per night halt


Discounts for youth and children

  • Youth between the ages of 13-18 are given 25% discount on the Minimum Daily Package Rate. To get this discount, youth must provide a valid copy of their Student Photo ID card. The Tourism Council of Bhutan will not approve student discount without a valid copy of Student Photo ID card, so the full adult rate will apply to those who do not have it.
  • Children between the ages of 6-12 are given 50% discount on the Minimum Daily Package Rate.
  • Infant and children below the age 5 have to pay only Visa Fee.
  • Children below the age of 18 must be accompanied by at least one adult.


Visa Fee & Single Supplement

  • One-time visa fee of USD40 per person
  • Single supplement of USD30 per night
What is INCLUDED in the Minimum Daily Package Rate?
  • Twin-sharing accommodation at 3-star hotels inspected and certified by the Tourism Council of Bhutan (premium accommodations available at extra charges)
  • Sustainable Development Fee (SDF) of US$65 per person per night
  • All meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner) at 3-star hotels and local restaurants
  • English-speaking licensed tour guide. Guides speaking other major languages can be arranged at an additional fee.
  • All ground transportation including airport transfers
  • Entry fee to all museums, monuments and national parks
  • National costumes (Gho) for men and (Kira) for women. The costumes must be returned at the end of the trip.
  • Bottled mineral water in the car
  • All internal taxes for the services mentioned above
What is EXCLUDED in the Minimum Daily Package Rate?
  • International flights. We can arrange help you arrange flights to and from Bhutan at no additional fee.
  • Travel insurance is mandatory
  • Emergency evacuation
  • Alcoholic beverages, laundry services
  • Tip to guide & driver
  • Medical treatment at a hospital in Bhutan if you sustain injuries during the trip
  • Other personal expenses

Payment Processing Fee

We absorb payment processing fee of 2.9% + $0.30 charged by our payment processor Trust My Travel so you do not have to pay this extra fee. Your payment processed through this website is financially protected by Trust My Travel. Our membership no. is TMT2599. Click here for more information on the financial protection.

Booking Service Fee

We use external reservation system to manage bookings and to offer seamless customer experiences on our website. A booking fee of 1.5% to cover the services of this external booking system is added to the total cost of the tour at the time of checkout.

Direct Bank Transfer

Alternatively, you may also pay by direct bank transfer. The wire transfer fee charged by your bank and the intermediary bank is anywhere between USD 45 to USD 61 depending from bank to bank. Your payment received through direct bank transfer is protected by the Tourism Council of Bhutan. They will release your payment to us only after you complete the tour and safely depart from Bhutan. All you need for transferring the payment is our bank address, account number, SWIFT Code and account holder's name (i.e. Bhutan Acorn Tours & Travel). Below are the details:

Beneficiary Bank Address:

Bank of Bhutan, Thimphu Main Branch, Thimphu 11001, BHUTAN

Beneficiary Account Number:

200646354 (BTN) or 207883300 (USD)

SWIFT Code:

BHUBBTBT022

Beneficiary Account Name & Address:

BHUTAN ACORN TOURS & TRAVEL, JD House, Lower Motithang, Thori Lam, Thimphu 11001, BHUTAN

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