The Kingdom of Bhutan remained largely cut off from the rest of the world up until the early 1960's. Entering the country was difficult as it was only accessible by foot from two main entry points, one in the North and another from the South.

The Northern route was through Tibet, crossing high mountain passes that were inaccessible throughout the winters. The second entry route from the South came through the plains of Assam and West Bengal. The high, frozen passes in the North and the dense, jungles in the South made it extremely difficult to enter the country.

However, carefully planned economic development has made the country much more accessible and there are now a network roads entering and traversing the country, as well as one international and multiple domestic airports.

Today the main roads entering the country are through Phuentsholing in the south, linking Bhutan with the Indian plains of West Bengal, through the border towns of Gelephu, in the central region and Samdrup Jongkhar, in the east, that link with the Indian state of Assam.

For Druk Air they don't have to pay anything, everything is paid in the Ticket by Magadh.

Ngultrum is the local currency of Bhutan. Your currency (all major ones like US Dollars, Sterling Pounds, Euros, and Indian Rupees etc) and traveler’s cheque can be exchanged at the Paro Airport, Banks and Hotels.

EXCHANGE RATE: USD 1 = BTN 69.38

Can get new SIM cards but will have to fill up forms as per regular regulations. Blackberry services are available in Bhutan.

Hotel Migmar & Tashi Namgay Resort have Wi-Fi Facilities on free of cost.

There will be bottled water in the vehicle.

Winter (December to early March), the sky is bright and sunny but cold, especially when the sun hides behind the mountains in the mornings and evenings. At night, the temperature falls below zero.

Bhutanese by and large are conservative in their thinking. Please avoid body hugging, sleeveless T shirts or mini skirts while walking around public areas.

No shorts and Tank tops allowed inside the temples, monasteries and Dzongs. Please take off your hats while entering religious sites.

Always walk in a clockwise direction while visiting religious places or objects like temples, monasteries, Stupas (chortens), prayer flags etc. Please do not point a finger at a sacred object or place. It is considered being disrespectful.

Deluxe Toyota coaster = 7 – 18 guests.

Bhutan has only one time zone. It is six hours ahead of Greenwich Mean Time (+6 GMT). The country code is 975.

Here, electricity runs on 220 / 240 volts, with a circular two pin and three pin power outlets. For all electrical appliances that you bring with you, please carry the appropriate adapters. In case you forget, Thimphu is the only city where this may be available.

Yes, English is widely spoken by an average Bhutanese. It is the medium of instruction in all schools / institutions. However, the official language of Bhutan is Dzongkha, though many regions have retained their dialects due to their isolation.

Credit Cards have limited acceptability and payment through credit card is accepted mainly by Deluxe hotels and few selected Handicrafts establishments only.

There are ATMs in Bhutan but currently they only operate with their respective Bhutanese banks. Since these ATMs currently do not function with outside banks so ATM facility can not be used by visitors. Traveler's checks / cash are best option if you need additional money.

Bhutanese cuisine generally consists of steamed rice (red and white) with a varied choice of spicy curries, both vegetarian and non vegetarian. Most hotels provide meals buffet style. There are usually continental, Indian, Chinese and Bhutanese dishes. The food in hotels is often the best in town, but in main towns now there are few restaurants increasingly becoming popular. All tourist hotels have good selection of international and Bhutanese beverages. Yes, there are enough options for Vegetarians too.

Yes, your health is of utmost importance to us. Please avoid tap water and stick to Mineral water, easily available everywhere. Roads between cities are winding so medication for motion sickness is strongly suggested. You should also pack an adequate supply of any prescribed medications you may require while traveling.

You should consult a physician about high altitude travel (those taking Punakha/Wangdi or Bumthang tours). After a brief period of acclimatization, most people do not suffer from altitude sickness, but elderly travelers or those with high blood pressure or weak heart conditions need to exercise caution at high altitudes.

Druk Air allows 20 kg (44lb) and 30 kg (66 lb) as checked in baggage for its Economy and Business Class Passengers respectively. Excess baggage charged extra.

We recommend you get your insurance cover from your respective country.

Bhutan is famous of its exquisite postage stamps, hand woven fabrics, carved masks, woven baskets, wooden bowls, handmade paper, finely crafted metal and Thangkha painting.

-- If there are smokers, they have to declare the cigarettes at the airport and pay 200% tax upon which they will be given a receipt to smoke. Smoking without receipt is illegal in Bhutan now and smoking is not allowed in public areas but designated smoking area. This is a newly enforced rule.

-- Apart from the courtyards, guests are not allowed to take pictures inside the monastery, temple, Dzongs and government establishments.