Bhutan Tourism Update – How I Discovered Bhutan
April 28, 2021
How I Discovered Bhutan Imagine, as a travel agent of some 23 years, being asked ‘Is it possible to travel to every country in
BHUTAN & bEYOND - bHUTAN tOURISM eXPERTS
OUR RANGE OF BHUTAN TOUR PACKAGES
Private Tours
Our extensive range of Bhutan private tours offer daily departures. Designed for individuals, couples or small parties travelling together.
Small Group Tours
Our range of Bhutan small group tours, with set departure dates, are perfect for travellers seeking like-minded companions.
Luxury Experiences
Visit magical Bhutan in style. Our range of private luxury travel experiences combine Bhutan’s best luxury lodges & resorts.
BHUTAN – ENLIGHTENING | INSPIRATIONAL | SUSTAINABLE
Well-Being
Nowhere is more perfect than Bhutan for a ‘well-being’ experience in a COVID world. Plus all the well-being benefits come to you easily and naturally.
Trekking
Trekking in Bhutan can offer crystal clear air and magnificent alpine views. We offer short easy rated treks for beginners to high altitude treks for the most experienced trekkers.
Hotels
Our standard tours include traditional style Bhutanese 3 star hotels. Private tour travellers can upgrade to 4*, 5* or luxury properties at additional costs.
Entering
Entering Bhutan is easy. Most travellers arrive by air from India, Singapore, Kathmandu & Bangkok. Entry by land is possible via the Indian states of West Bengal and Assam.
BHUTAN & BEYOND - OUR SERVICES
ABOUT US
Bhutan & Beyond founders & owners, James & Nicola Irving, adore Bhutan. It is their passion to ensure their clients are provided with a well-structured and truly rewarding travel experience.
James & Nicola have visited Bhutan regularly since 2003. They are always up to date with the latest tourism developments & have been active in the travel industry for many years.
Tashi Delek – May all good things come to you.
The best knowledge, guidance & service; including personal experience with the most sought after luxury hotels & resorts in the Kingdom.
Competitive pricing & wide range of hotel options. Experienced in the corporate, leisure, group, sports, wholesale and incentive genres.
Access to our wonderful travel app ‘COMPANION’ which puts trip details & documentation at your fingertip.
Private travel or a group tour? Standard 3* or Luxury or somewhere in-between? Cultural or Adventure or both?
Bhutan & Beyond can accommodate your unique needs with a bespoke itinerary.
Special interest small group tours are also periodically available featuring yoga, trekking, textiles & motorcycling.
FOR YOUR PROTECTION
Bhutan & Beyond are members of prestigious MTA Travel – Mobile Travel Agents Australia.
MTA is a member of AFTA – Australian Federation of Travel Agents & is accredited to ATAS (A10541) – AFTA’s highest rated travel agencies for skills, performance & consumer protection.
It is essential your review our Terms & Conditions before making reservations with Bhutan & Beyond.
PLANNING A TRIP TO BHUTAN?
Make sure you check out our Top Ten List of things to see in Bhutan
Check out the most frequently asked questions on Bhutan and Covid 19.
We structure itineraries based on our extensive personal knowledge of Bhutan.
James & Nicola attest to motorcycling through Bhutan being an especially rewarding experience.
Our Most Frequently Asked Questions About Bhutan
How large is Bhutan?
Bhutan is 38,394 square kilometres. Think the same size as Switzerland and similarly land-locked and mountainous. Even the houses have a similarity in their shape and look.
How do you get to Bhutan?
By air is easiest from Bangkok, Singapore, Kolkata, Delhi, Bagdogra & Kathmandu. As at OCT19 there is just one land entry & exit border crossing open for tourist visitors at Phuentsholing from West Bengal (India)
What is the altitude of Bhutan?
This varies between each valley. The lowest region in the south bordering India is around 450 m and the highest Himalaya peaks in the north, bordering China/Tibet, are over 7000 m. The main valleys traversed by the single west-east highway, in central Bhutan, range between 2300 m in western Bhutan (Paro & Thimphu); down to 1250 m in Punakha; up to 3000 m in Phobjikha (central) and around 1500 m in the eastern Bhutan region.
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