Bhutan Travel Advice
For more information on travelling in Bhutan, we’ve brought together the key practical details to help you get the most out of your trip. From advice about when to visit and how to get there, to information on visas, money and getting around once you arrive.
Best time to visit Bhutan
Bhutan can be visited year-round, but spring (March to May) and autumn (September to November) are the most popular, with clear skies, comfortable temperatures and many of the country’s festivals taking place.
Seasonality varies by region, so it’s worth understanding how the climate changes across the country before deciding when to travel. Check out our top tips on the best time to plan your trip
Visa, Passport and Money Advice
Every visitor to Bhutan requires a pre-arranged visa alongside their travel arrangements, and if you’re travelling via India or Nepal you may also need a visa for those countries. Most of your trip costs in Bhutan are already included, so spending money is mainly for small extras. It’s all straightforward once you know what to expect, but we’ve put together a page of practical information to help you plan.
Getting to Bhutan
Bhutan is unique in that you can’t fly directly into the country, the most common option is to travel via India or Nepal, but there are also options from Bangkok and Singapore. At Rickshaw not only do we prearrange every aspect of your holiday itinerary we also book international flights and any domestic flights for your trip.
Getting around Bhutan
You’ll travel through Bhutan in a private vehicle with your own driver and English-speaking guide, making journeys smooth and flexible. Unlike much of Asia, there’s no rail network and very limited internal flights, so travel is mainly by road along the winding National Highway that links the country west to east. Distances may look short, but mountain roads mean slower journeys – with sweeping passes, prayer flags and remote villages along the way, the travel itself is part of the experience.
