Eastern Himalayan Highlights: Bhutan & Gorumara

Entry Formalities For Indian Tourist

Indian nationals do not require a visa for Bhutan; however, they will have to obtain a permit to travel with. Sustainable Development Fee of INR 1200 per person per night is payable to travel to Bhutan. Children of age 6 to 12 Yrs get 50% off and Children of age 5 and below get 100% Off on SDF.

The following documents shall be required to avail the entry permit to travel to Bhutan.

1. Valid Indian Passport (with a minimum validity of 6 months from the date of departure from Bhutan) or Voters Identity Card (anyone) is a must for 18 years and above.
2. Child below 5 years Birth Certificate (Original Birth certificate in English is required) in case of children.
3. Child between 6 – 17 years academic School Identity Card is required along with the Birth Certificate.
4. Passport Size Photographs
5. Travel Insurance (with proper seal and sign of the insurer)
6. Covid -19 vaccination certificate. In case of Children, the certificate of Parents shall suffice (Only if traveling with parents).

Things to Remember – Do’s & Don’ts

Photography (Please check with your guide):

a. Request permission before taking photographs of people, events or objects.

b. Inside the premises of temples, dzongs or monastery taking photographs is not permitted.

c. Taking photographs is only permitted in the courtyard area.

Religious Artifact / Antique:

a. Please do not touch any religious artifact or antique.

b. Purchase of religious items especially antiques is prohibited.

c. Please do not climb on or do anything that would show lack of respect to Buddhist artifacts or antiques, large or small, ruined or not, they are regarded as sacred.

Dress Code:

a. Please take off hats while entering dzongs, temples or monastery.

b. Shorts / half pants / Slippers are not permitted while entering a dzong, temple or monastery.

c. Full Sleeves T-Shirts or T -Shirt with collar must be worn to enter certain Dzongs & Monasteries.

Communication:

a. Before entering a dzong, temple, monastery, please switch off all mobile phones or keep in the silent/vibrating mode.

b. Please speak softly within the religious premises.

The Bhutanese Way:

1. Always walk in clockwise direction while visiting religious places.
2. Please remember not to point with a single finger but use an upturned flat extended hand specially to indicate a sacred object or place.
3. Please throw rubbish only in designated areas.
4. Please refrain from touching any ritual objects or mural paintings.
5. Please do not walk over any clothes, books, hearth or materials left open in religious sites.
6. Please refrain from smoking or drinking while visiting religious places.
7. If you are not sure please ask the local people or the guide.
8. Please do not be too close to the lake or river if you wish to avoid any accidents.

Smoking / Tobacco Products:

Any tobacco products and cigarettes are forbidden in the kingdom. For personal consumption passengers are permitted to bring 200 imported cigarettes (10 packets) on payment of 200 percent duty and 100 percent duty on Indian make tobacco products. Alcoholic beverage up to 1 liter for personal consumption is allowed.

Currency Notes:

Indian can carry denominations up to Rs 100 in Bhutan. Denominations of Rs 500 and above are legally banned in Bhutan. Few ATM Machines are available in Thimphu & Paro only. Please check with your service provider. Credit Cards are not accepted everywhere barring few establishments.

Holiday Booking – Payment, Cancellation & Refund Policy

Payment Policy

Booking Confirmation

A minimum booking deposit, as communicated at the time of reservation, is required to confirm your holiday package.

Payment Schedule

The following payment terms shall apply unless otherwise specified:

75 to 60 days prior to departure: 50% of the total tour cost

59 to 46 days prior to departure: 75% of the total tour cost

45 days or less prior to departure: 100% of the total tour cost

No-show: 100% of the package cost will be retained

Non-refundable bookings: 100% of the package cost will be retained

Full payment must be received within the stipulated timelines before departure to ensure confirmation of all travel services.

Accepted Payment Methods

We accept payments through:

Credit Cards

Debit Cards

Net Banking

UPI

Other approved digital payment methods

Pricing & Inclusions

Package prices are subject to availability and may change without prior notice until the booking is confirmed.

Unless specifically stated otherwise, package costs include accommodation, transportation, sightseeing, and applicable taxes.

Late Payments

Failure to make payments within the prescribed timelines may result in automatic cancellation of the booking and applicable cancellation charges.

Cancellation Policy

Customer-Initiated Cancellations

All cancellation requests must be submitted in writing via email or through our customer support team.

Cancellation Charges

75 to 60 days prior to departure: 50% of the total tour cost

59 to 46 days prior to departure: 75% of the total tour cost

45 days or less prior to departure: 100% of the total tour cost

No-show: 100% cancellation charges apply

Non-refundable bookings: 100% cancellation charges apply

Non-Refundable Components

The following charges are non-refundable under any circumstances:

Visa fees

Travel insurance premiums

Service and processing charges

Airline & Hotel Cancellations

Airline, hotel, cruise, and other supplier-specific cancellation policies shall apply in addition to the cancellation and service charges levied by White Collar Travel Pvt. Ltd.

Refund Policy

Refund Eligibility

Refunds, where applicable, will be processed only for refundable components of the booking and are subject to the terms and conditions of the respective airlines, hotels, transport providers, and other service suppliers.

Processing Time

Approved refunds will be processed within 14 to 30 working days from receipt of confirmation from the respective suppliers.

Refund Method

Refunds will be credited to the original mode of payment unless otherwise mutually agreed upon.

Service Charges

Applicable service, processing, banking, and administrative charges will be deducted from the refundable amount.

Amendments & Rescheduling

Any request for changes, amendments, or rescheduling must be submitted in writing.

All modifications are subject to availability, supplier approval, and applicable amendment charges.

Name corrections or changes are governed by airline and hotel policies and may not be permitted after booking confirmation.

International Holiday Packages

Passport & Visa Requirements

Travelers must hold a passport valid for a minimum of six (6) months from the date of travel.

Visa assistance may be provided where applicable; however, visa issuance and approval remain solely at the discretion of the respective embassy or consulate.

Travel Insurance

Comprehensive travel insurance is strongly recommended for all international travelers and may be mandatory for certain destinations.

Health & Safety Requirements

Travelers are responsible for complying with all health, vaccination, entry, and travel regulations applicable to their destination country.

Force Majeure & Limitation of Liability

White Collar Travel Pvt. Ltd. shall not be held liable for disruptions, delays, cancellations, or losses arising from events beyond its reasonable control, including but not limited to natural disasters, adverse weather conditions, strikes, pandemics, epidemics, political unrest, government restrictions, or other force majeure events.

In such circumstances, alternative arrangements or refunds, if any, shall be governed by the policies and decisions of the respective suppliers.

White Collar Travel Pvt. Ltd. acts solely as an intermediary between travelers and third-party service providers, including airlines, hotels, transport operators, and destination management companies, and shall not be responsible for acts, omissions, deficiencies, or service failures of such providers.