1. ONE WAY: 20% OFF
2. TWO SECTORS: 30% OFF
3. SALE: DRUKAIR OFFICES IN THIMPHU AND PARO ONLY.

CONDITIONS
THE FARE IS VALID FOR TRAVEL FROM 1^ST DECEMBER 2010 TILL 28^TH FEBRUARY  2011

THE DISCOUNTS VALID FOR BOTH BUSINESS CLASS AND ECONOMY CLASS

THE ABOVE FARE IS SUBJECT TO ALL APPLICABLE TAXES

VALID FOR SALE OUT OF BHUTAN ONLY

VALIDITY OF TICKET: 21 DAYS FORM DATE OF TRAVEL

CHILD: 75% OF THE FIT FARE

INFANT: 10% OF THE NORMAL PUBLISHED FARE

THE RETURN JOURNEY MUST BE COMPLETE BEFORE 31ST AUGUST 2010.

OTHER CONDITIONS APPLY

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Subsequent to the Town hall held on 24^th February 2010 by the Hon’ble Lyonchen with tourism stakeholders, we are pleased to announce the timelines with relevant details for the decisions taken.

Low Season discount

The Low season discount presently existing for the months of January, June and July will be discontinued to promote Bhutan as an “all- year- round” destination.

Timeline: Effective 1st July 2011

Royalty for Children

To encourage family trips, royalty for children below 12 years will be waived off. The age of the child will be verified from their passport and should be below 12 years at the time of their visit.

Timeline: Effective 1^st July 2011

Tariff revision

The tariff would be revised to USD 250/- per night with equivalent service to be provided (e.g. entrance to attractions, cultural shows etc).

Changes to the package construct and any additional mandatory service will be communicated at a later date with sufficient notice to the industry

Time line: Effective 1^st January 2012 in line with mandatory implementation of minimum standards especially minimum 3 star accommodation to be provided.

Agent commission

Agent commission of 10% to continue as part of the minimum mandated floor price of USD 250/-

FIT surcharge

The surcharge will continue as per existing regulations.

Duration discount

The existing duration discount will continue. This discount is being reviewed and any changes will be discussed and communicated at a later date.

Mandatory package disclosure to all stakeholders including international operators, tourists, TCB across all channels – print and online, to be implemented with immediate effect.

This includes:

• Itinerary

A detailed itinerary must be agreed upon in advance and communicated. Changes in the itinerary must be mutually agreed with the clients and informed to the Secretariat, TCB. Information on transfers should also be clearly communicated in the itinerary.

• Accommodation

Type of accommodation and star rating being provided must be communicated to the clients. (As soon as the star ratings are finalised and announced). Basic information with the level of services must also be communicated for other categories of accommodation such as lodges, farm stays or community lodges. If required photographs of the establishment must be provided.

• Guide services

Only certified guides are to be provided to the clients and in the future the level of guide must also be indicated. Special qualifications such as foreign language skills, expert knowledge is specific fields must also be communicated. As far as possible the name, photograph and Guide license copy of the guide accompanying the client(s) should be provided prior to the visit.

• Meal Plan

Since the package is all inclusive, clear information on meals should be provided taking into consideration the areas being visited as per the agreed itinerary.

-         Breakfast: American/English, Continental, Regional or Local

-         Lunch: Picnic, Buffet/Set or A la carte with provision for specific requests such as vegan, vegetarian etc. Indication of the number of courses must be given for each of the above types.

-         Dinner: Buffet/Set or A la carte with provision for specific request such as vegan, vegetarian etc. Indication of the number of courses must be given for each of the above types.

Information on other dining options especially in the urban areas must also be provided and provision should be made for clients to eat out on their own. In such cases, arrangements must be made with a number of restaurants to pay for the food (up to a certain limit) by the tour operator as part of the package

• Transport

The type of transport being provided must also be indicated, in terms of make, model and capacity. The vehicle must be driven by a licensed driver/chauffeur and must have comprehensive insurance.

• Extras

Any additional services and entrance fees if provided.

• Cancellation policy

The tour operations regulations (Being revised) provide a guideline for cancellations but tour operator’s must develop their own cancellation policy and inform and agree with their clients prior to the visit.

Therefore , any tourists visiting Bhutan using India as an entry as well as exit point would be required to: -

I.  In case of tourists yet to process their Indian visa or are en-route

1. While processing for their Indian visa at Indian Embassy/Missions/Consular in their country to give full itinerary (Entry/re-entry/exit) and request for authorization of re-entry into India before the two months gap.
2. If the Indian visa is already processed and there is no authorization for re-entry than to obtain re-entry approval from Foreigner Registration Record Office (FRRO) at Indian International airports.

II. In case of tourists who are already in Bhutan but do not have re-entry authorization within two months gap

1. Re-entry authorization can be processed through Indian Embassy, Thimphu
2. Documents required: -

• Original passport
• Copy of the passport
• Copy of the passport page which contain Indian Immigration stamped if exited from the air port
• Copy of air tickets

1. Nu. 480 per authorization will be charged.