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Travel Guide.

Six essential guides covering everything you need to plan, prepare for,
and fully enjoy your journey through Bhutan.

six chapters

Everything you need
before you arrive

From timing your visit around a sacred festival to understanding how to tip your driver with
grace — consider this your insider companion.
Bhutan Festival
01
Celebrate Bhutan's sacred year

Festival Calendar

Bhutan's festival calendar is woven into its spiritual DNA. Timing your visit around a sacred festival transforms an extraordinary trip into something truly unforgettable.

Feb – Mar
Punakha Drubchen & Tshechu
Mar – Apr
Paro Tshechu
Sep – Oct
Thimphu Tshechu
View all festivals (PDF) →
Plan Around a Festival →
Bhutan Travel
02
Your step-by-step entry guide

How to Proceed

Visiting Bhutan is straightforward when you know the sequence. We handle permits, visas and travel arrangements so you can focus entirely on your journey.

Step 1
Contact Acho Travels
Step 2
Choose your itinerary
Step 3
Secure visa clearance
Step 4
Book your flights to Paro
Start the Process →
Visa Procedure
03
Entry requirements & clearance

Visa Procedure

A visa clearance letter must be obtained before your flight through your licensed operator. The visa itself is processed upon arrival.

Required
Valid passport
Required
Visa clearance letter
Booking
Licensed tour operator
Duration
Up to 30 days
Ask About Visas →
Payment
04
Cash, cards & currency in Bhutan

Payment Gateways

Bhutan uses the Ngultrum. ATMs are available in major towns, while card acceptance may be limited in remote areas.

Currency
Ngultrum (BTN)
ATMs
Major towns only
Cards
Accepted at larger hotels
Get Financial Tips →
Travel Tips
05
What to know before you go

Travel Tips & Info

A few well-chosen pieces of knowledge can make the difference between a good trip and a truly unforgettable journey.

Dress
Modest clothing at sacred sites
Altitude
Allow time to acclimatise
Photography
Always ask before photographing
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Tipping Culture
06
Gratitude, Bhutanese style

Tipping Culture

Tipping is not deeply embedded in Bhutanese culture, but it is warmly appreciated when offered thoughtfully at the end of a journey.

Guide
USD 15 – 20 per day
Driver
USD 8 – 12 per day
Etiquette
Give with both hands
Understand Local Culture →

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