How much is the daily rate?  (for Bhutan destinations)  * Tour package cost?

The minimum daily rate is (for a group of 3 person or more):

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  • USD $ 250 per personper night for the months of March, April, May, September, October and November
  • USD $ 200 per person per night for the months of January, February, June, July,August and December
  • The rates are applicable per Tourist per night halt in Bhutan
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  • Groups of two or less shall be subject to a surcharge, over and above the minimum daily rates applicable, as follows:                                                                                        

  1. Individual, USD $ 40 per person per night 
  2. 2 persons, USD $ 30 per person per night

What does it cost

Bhutan tours are priced according to a tariff set by the government. This is based on a “daily rate” which is levied for each night spent in Bhutan and this is currently set at US$250 per person per night in high season (March to May and September to November) and US$200 per person per night in low season (June to August and December to February). Those travelling in a group of two pay an additional US$30 per person per night and single travellers an additional US$40 per night by way of a small group surcharge. These amounts determine the basic cost of your trip.

Note that we specialize in tailor made tours so we generally only arrange trips for those who contact us directly and we don’t have regular group departures that anyone can sign up to. Our pricing is based on the standard tourist tariff, but becomes more competitive the more people travelling in your party and the longer you stay. Please www.resa-bhutan.com for a personalized quote.

The government applies a tourist tax or royalty to your stay in Bhutan (termed a Sustainable Development Fee) which is used towards free education, free healthcare, poverty alleviation, along with the building of infrastructure.  Approximately 30% of what you pay for your tour is used to pay this fee, providing benefits from tourism for the local population.

After deduction of the Sustainable Development Fee the remainder of your payment covers practically all the in-country costs for your holiday. This will be a private tailor made tour and you will have a personal guide and driver throughout your trip. All accommodation is included (unless you opt for luxury hotels for which you pay a supplement) and all food, transport, sightseeing and festival arrangements, permits, entrance fees, airport transfers and so on will be arranged for you and covered by the tour price. In effect this means that the only extra money you need to bring with you to spend during your holiday is for things such as gifts and souvenirs, personal items and laundry, drinks and tips. There is also a charge of US$50 per person for the visa which we arrange for you and a US$30 admin fee that we charge to cover bank charges and the other costs of processing the payment for your trip.

We arrange the flights in and out of Paro (Bhutan & Japan-Bangkok-Japan) for you, and these are charged separately from the tour price above.

We have to quote for our tours in US$ as this is the currency that the government tariff is based on. You may find this  www.bnb.bt  useful to help you calculate the cost of your trip. You can also use this to find out the current value of the ngultrum, the Bhutanese unit of currency.

The tourist tariff is discounted during the off season months of December, January, February, June, July and August.  A number of other discounts are available.

In some cases (for example treks, or tours for single travellers) the costs of running the trip are not covered in full by the rates referred to above as a result of a recent marked increase in local costs. In such cases we will quote a price for you based on us running the trip on an economic basis. We charge a supplement to arrange a trek for you to cover the additional costs of providing the staff required on trek, the camping equipment, plus the horses to carry luggage and equipment.  We are not able to arrange a trek for a person travelling alone.

 

 

Inclusions and exclusions

The following items are covered by your tour payment:

Guide 

– personal guide for the group throughout the tour from arrival to departure

Sightseeing 

– all sightseeing and entrance fees including any festival visits

Transport 

– four-wheel drive car

– 4 seats (including guide and driver) or for larger groups a minibus

– 9 seats
– meet on arrival, airport transfers on arrival and departure and all overland transport within Bhutan

Accommodation 

– accommodation in standard hotels minimum of 3 stars 

– twin sharing basis 

– a single room is provided without further supplement for those travelling alone, or where there is an odd number in the group; otherwise it is available on payment of a single supplement for each member in the group who would otherwise be twin sharing

Food 

– full board throughout the trip in local hotels and restaurants
Note that upgrades for many of the luxury hotels are bed and breakfast only – further details will be provided where relevant.

Trekking 

– (if applicable) – all facilities and staff required on trek including guide, cook, camp helpers, horsemen, and horses to carry luggage and tents.  Tents provided include sleeping, dining and cook tents and toilet tent. We provide thin mattresses but you need to bring your own sleeping bag and a pillow or extra mattress as required for additional comfort.

Sustainable development fee

 – makes up around 30% of your tour price, payable for each night of your stay in Bhutan

Visas/EVisa and permits/E-Permits

The following are not included in the tour price:
–       Flights
–       Items of a personal nature such as souvenirs, laundry and tips
–       Soft drinks and alcohol
–       Mineral water in hotels and restaurants (but water is provided in your vehicle)
–       Insurance

Discounts

Tours
Discounts on the tour price are available for the following groups of travellers:

  • Children up to the age of 5 years travel free
  • Children from age 5 to 11 years accompanied by guardians are given a 50% discount on the daily rates
  • Full-time students below the age of 25 years (and children from age 12 onwards) holding a valid identity card from their academic institutions are given a 25% discount on the sustainable development fee, not including the small group surcharge
  • A 50% discount on the tour price is given to one person in a group of 15 to 17 persons
  • A 100% discount on the tour price will be given to one member in a group of 17 persons or more

The long stay discount does not apply in low season.  Long stay discounts are also not applicable for children and students who have the benefit of the discounts noted above.

Flights
Druk Air and Tashi Air also offers discounts on flight prices for children and students:

  • Children under the age of 2 pay 10% of the seat price plus taxes
  • Children under the age of 12 pay 67% of the seat price plus taxes
  • Students under 25 with a valid ID card pay 70% of the seat price plus taxes

Note that low season and other discounts are not always available in addition to the discounts for children and students, but the rules vary from season to season so we will provide the up to date details on request.

 

 

Accommodation

Tourist accommodation in Bhutan is generally comfortable and characterful but can be fairly basic, especially as you travel further east. Most hotels in the main tourist destinations are of three star standard and have rooms with private bathrooms, hot water (at least at some stage during the day), telephone and electricity. Plumbing is not always up to the standard you may be used to and the standard level hotels don’t have central heating. Heaters of some sort will generally be provided, but you may find yourself making good use of thermal underwear and thick socks!

When deciding on the accommodation to include in your trip, broadly speaking there are three options: standard hotels, luxury hotels and standard hotels with upgrades. For more details of the options please ask to see a copy of our guide to hotel accommodation in Bhutan.

If you are hankering after a bit of luxury (particularly at the end of an arduous trek) you could treat yourself to a stay at one of the 5-star establishments. These include Uma Paro, Hotel Zhi waling and Le  Meridien  (in Paro), Taj Tashi in Thimphu, Uma  Punakha  in Punakha, Gangtey Lodge in Gangtey and Amankora (in Paro, Punakha, Thimphu and Gangtey and Bumthang). Other than Zhiwaling these are overseas owned and they are the result of a recent decision to allow limited foreign investment in Bhutan. All offer something quite different from any local accommodation – but be prepared to pay for the privilege! If you are interested in sampling the delights of these hotels let us know and we can arrange it for you.

At the other end of the spectrum Resa Tours and Travel can also arrange for you to spend a night in a traditional Bhutanese farmhouse. The facilities are very basic and often it will be just a mattress on the floor and the farmhouse may not have an internal bathroom. This is not for everyone, but some of our clients find it an interesting experience and it will give you the opportunity to get an insight into traditional village life and try locally cooked food.  Ask us if you want to include this in your itinerary.

 

Discounts

Tours Discounts on the tour price are available for the following groups of travellers:

  • Children up to the age of 5 years travel free
  • Children from age 5 to 11 years accompanied by guardians are given a 50% discount on the daily rates
  • Full-time students below the age of 25 years (and children from age 12 onwards) holding a valid identity card from their academic institutions are given a 25% discount on the sustainable development fee, not including the small group surcharge
  • A 50% discount on the tour price is given to one person in a group of 15 to 17 persons
  • A 100% discount on the tour price will be given to one member in a group of 17 persons or more

The long stay discount does not apply in low season.  Long stay discounts are also not applicable for children and students who have the benefit of the discounts noted above.

Flights Druk Air and Tashi Air also offers discounts on flight prices for children and students:

  • Children under the age of 2 pay 10% of the seat price plus taxes
  • Children under the age of 12 pay 67% of the seat price plus taxes
  • Students under 25 with a valid ID card pay 70% of the seat price plus taxes

Note that low season and other discounts are not always available in addition to the discounts for children and students, but the rules vary from season to season so we will provide the up to date details on request.

 

Questions & Answers

Why Do We Choose Bhutan VISIT?

If you are looking for a unique destination that is modern and traditional at the same time, Bhutan is an excellent choice.

Considered as the happiest country in Asia, Bhutan has slowly and steadily flown through the modern times without giving up its core traditions and culture. Not many people get to explore Bhutan, as its government is also very cautious in preserving its natural and unspoiled beauty. However, tourism in Bhutan has gone up in the past years, inviting people from all around the world. This is not surprising at all because of the Bhutan travel package costs have since been available and affordable to more people.

There are many things to do in Bhutan, and every activity is certain to be a memorable one. Some of them are:

1. Get a glimpse of the Mount Everest

When flying via Drukair, which is the Royal Bhutan Airlines, landing at the Paro airport will give you an exquisite view of the Mount Everest. You can book your Drukair flight and tours with Resa Tours and Travels. www.resa-bhutan.com

2. Visit national parks and sanctuaries

Bhutan is a peaceful and calm country that boasts of its diverse wildlife. Visiting a national park, such as the Jigme Dorji Park, can be an excellent experience. These parks and sanctuaries also will make you appreciate the richness of Bhutan’s natural beauty.

3. Explore the food

When you travel, food is one of the things you want to remember most. Bhutanese cuisine has a wide selection of meats and greens, including what is popularly known as EmaDatshi, a mix of chilies and cheese that is present in every meal. It is spicy, delicious, and definitely a favorite in Bhutan.

There's a lot to discover in Bhutan. Whether you are into extreme nature adventures or you only want a quiet walk to the park, you certainly will appreciate the rawness of the country of stay, preferred activities, and flight options.

FAQ

What are unique experiences not to miss in Bhutan?

The basic tours of Bhutan are adventure tours, which is inclusive of trekking, hiking, mountain biking and river rafting, which can be mainly undertaken if you are visiting this land with your dear friends and up for some adventurous spirit.

Cultural tours are inclusive of Bhutan classic adventure, the jewel of Eastern Frontier, hidden Paradise discovery, Eastern Circuit Tour. There are special tours is photography tour, birding watching, honeymoon holiday and Eco tourism, luxury tours to Bhutan. These are majorly the kind of tours that can be organized if you are planning a vacation with family and friends. You can get some information on the website: www.resa-bhutan.com

 

Visiting and Travel

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What are the best places to visit in Bhutan?

Well, I recommend Bhutan Top 10 Attractions :

1. Tiger's Nest

2. Punakha Dzong

3. Festivals/Tshechu

4. Bumdra Trek

5. Soi YaksaTrek

6. Bumthang Valley

7. Uma Punakha

8. Black-Necked Crane

9. Traditional Textiles

10. Gom Kora

What is the population of Bhutan?

During 2017 Bhutan population is projected to increased by 11,580 people and reach 804,161 in the beginning of 2018.

 

Visiting Bhutan will recall you upon some movies, showing the beauty of Tibet or Himalayan mountains. But, of course, what you witness with your own eyes is even more mesmerizing. For sure, you cannot meet The Dalai Lama here. The Kingdom of Bhutan, is one of the most precious Asian gems that every tourist must see. Situated between India and Tibet, Bhutan's culture is, surprisingly, different from those two countries.

Source : Bhutan population (2017). Current population of Bhutan

Should independent camping be allowed in Bhutan?

You can book a custom package from Resa Tours and Travels. We are not the biggest Bhutan Agency out there but we are definitely the fastest growing with more than 30 full times guides and drivers.

Our most senior guides have been there in the industry for more than 12 years! We are also known as the FIT (Free Independent Travel) As we cater to mostly private small groups of 1 to 10 people though we have our share of big groups!

· One Person To Go: You don't have to form a group to visit Bhutan. They understand that you have hectic schedule and may not be able to travel with your friends.

· Private Guided Trip: No worry about safety or getting lost. Your tour would still be accomplished by a guide and a driver. Ladies may choose to be accompanied by female guide

· Customizable Trip: They understand that you may not always have the time to research on your trip. So, tell them your preference, and let them customize the trip for you.

Is Bhutan safe for traveling?

Bhutan is a stunning destination. It's one of those places that you gotto to visit atleast once in our lifetime. It's perfectly safe and will give your travel desires a whole new perspective!

Ever since we were kids, we knew Bhutan as ‘the land of thunderbolts’ and were always curious about this mountainous landlocked kingdom. So when we discussed the idea of visiting the place within the family, everyone was more than excited to go there.

 

The responsibility of booking an ideal package for our holiday was on me. I then searched the Internet for land packages and found some reasonable quotes for the trip on ‘Resa Tours and Travels’. Although, I had never heard of Travel Resa before, on connecting with them, I found the representatives to be warm and helpful. It turned out to be a great website for tailor-made packages. I eventually booked a 5 N/6D trip.

Day 1: Phuentsholing – The border town

We reached New Jalpaiguri Railway Station and were picked up for Phuentsholing by the driver arranged by our travel agent. The ride from New Jalpaiguri to the Park Hotel (Phuentsholing) was serene and nice and we saw many lush green tea gardens of Alipur Duar on the way. Phuentsholing was a border town of Bhutan and is much cleaner, less polluted, and less noisy than its Indian counterpart. In the evening, we roamed around in the local market and visited the Zangtho Pelri Lhakhang (temple)situated in the centre of the city – also said to be the place of guru Rinpoche.

Day 2: Thimphu – Meandering through beautiful Bhutan

After our permits were made at the immigration office, we left for Thimphu with the local driver and guide. He drove us through the picturesque Paro-Thimphu river valley and we witnessed the green mountains as we crossed Gaedu (Tala) and Chukha. During the drive, we had stopped at the Gaedu College of Business Studies, and later in Chukha so as to listen to the roar that came from the gigantic Chukha Hydel Project. Back on the road to Thimphu, we also saw many barren mountains and that immediately reminded us of its nickname ‘the land of thunderbolts’. After about 8 hours of strenuous but a memorable journey, we finally reached Thimphu and checked in at our hotel ‘Hotel Amodhara’.

Day 3: Thimphu – Exploring the capital city

This day after the breakfast, we started with the ‘National Memorial Chorten’, a stupa built in the memory of the third king of Bhutan. There was a religious ceremony happening that day and we saw all the head monks with their disciples from various parts of the country. The stupa was decorated with colourful flags that had hymns and sermons written over them. The chanting of hymns by monks generated spiritual feeling in us and everything felt magical.

Then drove us to ‘Kuensel Phodrang’ to see the world’s tallest statue of Lord Buddha (51 meters). This huge beautiful statue overlooked the Thimphu cityand gave us a good overview of the capital.

Next was the ‘Takin reserve’, where we saw the national animal of Bhutan – Takin (said to be a cross breed of deer and goat).

After having a simple vegetarian lunch, we headed for ‘Tashi Chho Dzong’, seat of religious head, and the King (His Holiness of Bhutan and The king of Bhutan).

Hope this puts to rest your apprehensions about the safety aspect about Bhutan)

 ~ Nargis Ansari, 

Bhutan is extremely beautiful and safe for traveling. The people are extremely friendly and quite curious about the outside world. At the same time the older generation seems quite content with their lives while the younger generation is a little more aspirational. Bhutanese society is quite respectful of both genders and it is extremely safe for even women travellers to travel alone to Bhutan. ~ Arun M

 

What is the "Best Time to Visit Bhutan"?

Spring and Autumn are the best time to visit Bhutan. Having said so, summer and winter have their own draws and attractions.

 

Spring: Spring is the favourite time to visit Bhutan. Nature lovers who are keen on local flora should consider visiting Bhutan end of April or in May. Flowers would be in full bloom then.

Months

March, April, May

Resa Tours and Travels  Recommends

Gomkora (Festival in Trashigang) The Jacaranda blossoms at Punakha Dzong in mid-May.
Jomolhari   Trek & Drukpath Trek from mid-april till end-May

Note

The Paro Tshechu usually takes place in early April. This is the best chance to meet the King of Bhutan as he often makes his way to the festivities between the 3rd and last day.

The ever-popular 5-day Paro Tshechu also means that Paro will be teeming with travellers. Hotels & services may be overwhelmed as the better hotels and guides would have been pre-booked. Drukair tickets would be fully sold out by January.

Fall is another high and crowded season for Bhutan. Though Bhutan does not offer browning forest nor Maples, the mild weather in autumn makes it a perfect time to visit Bhutan. Thimphu Festival usually takes places at the end of September or early October.

Months

 

September, October, November

 

Resa Tours and Travels  Recommends

 

Black-Necked Crane Festival - Stay with a local villager in the beautiful valley of Phobjikha and witness the one day Black-Necked Crane Festival and do your part to help nature conservation!

October - see the valleys turn into a shade of gold as rice farmers prepare to harvest their rice crops.

Note
 

 

In late-september, the Thimphu Tshechu is a grand affair in the modern capital of Bhutan. Just like Paro Tshechu, good hotels would be fully booked, and service level do suffers. Thimphu tshechu also occurs about the same time as Wangdi tshechu and the chance to attend two festival on one trip is always very tempting but WATCH out for the crowd.
Another crowded festival calendar, this time in central Bhutan is the Jakar, Jambay Lhakhang Drup & Prakar Tshechu. Trongsa of travellers pays homage to the Switzerland of Asia at this time to attend the mysterious Jambay festivities that was fabled for its bonfire dance of 20 masked and naked dancers.
If you would like to attend this festival, do be prepared to stay in some less comfortable hotels too.

Summer: If you like to avoid the higher tariff and the cold of winter, consider visiting Bhutan early June. If the monsoon is late, the whole of June will be great for traveling. Monsoon will be in its earnest in July. Having said so, our personal experience with monsoon in Bhutan has been limited to afternoon light shower once every 2 to 3 days. Some outlying district such as Gangtey can be given a miss as the country road can be swollen with mud. Summer often offers vibrant green foresting and flourishing paddy fields against a backdrop of the clear blue sky after the rain.

Months

June, July, august

Resa Tours and Travels  Recommends

Nimalung Tshechu in June Kurjey Tshechu in late June celebrates a very important holy sites of Guru Rinpoche

Note

The summer season sees a lower level of tourists as many have the misconception that Bhutan may experience a rainy deluge similar to many parts of South Asia. This is not true. Though it dubbed the monsoon, Bhutan experiences relatively light rain with most rainfall confined to the late afternoon and does not affect most travellers’ itinerary.

 

Winter: To avoid the crowd and catch the Black-Necked Cranes, winter would be the time to go. To catch Himalayan blue sky without paying the additional tariff, consider visiting Bhutan in December. The temperature will not be too cold yet as lowest temperature usually takes places near the end of January. In January or February, Paro and Thimphu may experience a one-day snow.

Months

December, January, February

Resa Tours and Travel  Recommends

Punakha Dromche & Tshechu in February - The Punakha Dromche & Tshechu is a week-long celebration of the founding of Bhutan in the 1600s. The festivities take place around the ancient capital and most beautiful dzong in Bhutan. The mild weather of lower Punakha also makes this town a great winter escape for the Bhutanese.
Trongsa Tshechu - The Trongsa Tshechu takes place in the Trongsa Dzong, is an intimate affair with only a small handful of attending travellers. This festival has some of the most elaborate festival costume for the dancing lamas.

Note

Expect snowfall in mid-Jan till early Feb. Extreme weather and heavy snowfall may render the roads to central & eastern Bhutan un-passable.

International Arrival by Month About 20 percent of international tourists arrive in the month of October. We would highly recommend travelers to book at least three months in advance if you are considering of traveling in the month of October. Travelers who would like to avoid the crowd but enjoy the best weather may want to consider the month of May and November. If you would like to save as much as possible with the lowest possible price, consider traveling in June or December. You would enjoy the low season price while still having favourable weather.

If you are planning to travel to Bhutan during a Festival?

On popular dates of travel such as during festival time, flights tickets tend to get fully reserved 5 months prior. Due to limited flight and seats available, we recommend you to reserve your ticket as early as possible. You can reserve your ticket for free with us and plan your trip to Bhutan with peace of mind knowing that you will have a spot on your flight to Bhutan.

How is Bhutan as a vacation destination?

Hidden in the Mighty Himalayas, even the most seasoned travelers consider themselves  privileged to visit Bhutan . The kingdom lies in the heart of the Himalayas forgotten by the rest of the world. Bhutan has been independent for more than 2000 years. However travelers were only allowed in since the 1970’s. Bhutan has been successful in preserving their ancient deep-rooted traditions by promoting only high value-high-end tourism.


Bhutan boasts an incredible landscape and natural beauty along with manmade cultural treasures. It is the sole nation in the world where Tantric Mahayana Buddhism is still being practiced. Further more Bhutan is the nation where the concept of Gross National Happiness was developed. Along with their Gross Domestic Product the nation monitors their citizen’s prosperity by measuring their happiness. This reflects in the warm nature of the people who live here. Bhutan also happens to be the first country in the world to become 100% organic. 

You are more than welcome to get in contact with me if you are interested in traveling to Bhutan. You can check out the following page to get started: www.resa-bhutan.com resatours@gmail.com

How is Bhutan for a solo traveler?

Bhutan is a heaven on earth!! You won't find any beggar troubling you like in other countries. The weather is cool almost all time of the year. Globally recognized tourist spots. Did you know Bhutan has the highest virgin mountain in the world i.e Gangkhar Puensum. You won't have any trouble travelling alone since people are very generous and we believe our guest to bring good luck in our homes so CHILL and  PLEASE VISIT BHUTAN!

Mr. Frank Auping was in Bhutan in 15th July 2012 and Resa Tours and Travel has a lot of people who have been to Bhutan solo. From our experiences, we can tell you that you won't come back disappointed! You can visit Bhutanfor any of our fixed packages, check out www.resa-bhutan.com yourself a like-minded host, people in Bhutan are mostly nice and helpful and you can rent a bicycle to move around within the city.  


The place is filled with mesmerising landscapes, beautiful monasteries and nature in its full swing! Considering all of this I would urge you to travel alone, meet new people, meditate, and experience the culture of Bhutan as a local and I can promise you that you wont get bored.

For what its worth, watch this time-lapse that I shot during our Bhutan trip visit.

 

Hi I am the team members of Resa Tours and Travel and one of Bhutan's 750,000 to 800,000 citizens, so my response might sound a little bias. But I only offer the truth:


Hidden in the Mighty Himalayas, even the most seasoned travelers consider themselves  privileged to visit Bhutan . The kingdom lies in the heart of the Himalayas forgotten by the rest of the world. Bhutan has been independent for more than 2000 years. However travelers were only allowed in since the 1970’s. Bhutan has been successful in preserving their ancient deep-rooted traditions by promoting only high value-high-end tourism.

Bhutan boasts an incredible landscape and natural beauty along with manmade cultural treasures. It is the sole nation in the world where Tantric Mahayana Buddhism is still being practiced. Further more Bhutan is the nation where the concept of Gross National Happiness was developed. Along with our Gross Domestic Product the nation monitors their citizen’s prosperity by measuring their happiness. This reflects in the warm nature of the people who live here. Bhutan also happens to be the first country in the world to become 100% organic. 

In other word Bhutan is an epic place no matter you travel with a group or solo. Further more you solo trip to Bhutan will not be solo because the government of Bhutan demands that all tourists enter via a registered local travel agency like us (Resa Tours and Travel) and that all tourists are provided with a private vehicle with a driver and a guide who will guide you through the incredibly strange and unique country. 

You are more than welcome to get in contact with me if you are interested in traveling to Bhutan. 

You can check out the following page to get started: Resa Tours and Travel Private limited, resatours@gmail.com  or Phone us +975 17 630494 

 

The minimum price of tours (called a "Minimum Daily Package") to Bhutan is set by the government, to control tourism and protect the environment, and can't be negotiated. The price includes all accommodations, meals, transportation, guides and porters, and cultural programs. Part of it also goes towards free education, free healthcare, and poverty alleviation in Bhutan.

"Minimum Daily Package" prices vary according to the season and number of tourists in the group.

High Season: March, April, May, September, October, and November

$250 per person per night, for a group of three or more people.

$280 per person per night, for a group of two people.

$290 per day for single individuals.

Low Season: January, February, June, July, August, and December

$200 per person per night, for a group of three or more people.

$230 per person per day, for a group of two people.

$240 per day for single individuals.

Discounts are available for children and students.

Also, Bhutan issues travel VISA for 7 days to 18 days, or 30days so you would need to convince the Resa Tours and Travel in Thimphu of your intent, plan and itinerary & finances to approve your extension.

A lot of solo travelers VISAs are issued with us, Resa Tours and Travel. Bhutan encourages solo travelers too.

A wonderful country to see and explore. Innumerable hidden gems to explore and you would be happy to see the happy and content faces. The photo below will give you an impression.

A point worth noting is that Bhutan doesn't promotes tourism as their primary motto is to preserve the culture and happiness. Also, officially we do allow solo traveler and if you are entering Bhutan alone.

Mr. Frang Auping from Netherlands traveled solo during Christmas in 2012. Entered from Phuntsholing entry from India he was alone.

 

All Internationals need to pay a 'Tourism Tax' of USD 250 per person, per night including from the accommodation, transportation & food charges, making it an excellence destination to visit Bhutan.

 

Here is my account of solo trip to Bhutan. Please feel free to ask in case you need to know anything specific:

Resa Tours and Travel     www.resa-bhutan.com   or call us at 0097517630494 and e-mail us   resatours@gmail.com

Bhutan is an awesome country to visit. Based on our personal experience, we would say you can go solo to Bhutan and have a pleasant 10-15 day stay. 
If you are a hiker or a mountain cyclist, Bhutan does offer both these adventure sports.
Bhutan can be visited by bike also, after taking permission. I have a group of bikers from Bhutan who do with their bikes.
There are many trekking and hiking trails in Bhutan that can give lifetime experiences, but since Bhutan is at a high altitude, one should be well prepared. If  you like group, singles need to join gatherings of 2/4/more to go in the nation. For nonnatives, single voyager is fine the length of you pay for the USD40 additional charge every night on top of the base day by day tariff.

Bhutan is an astounding spot. The residents of Resa Tours and Travel, continually grinning will welcome you with all the glow that they have in heart and the place where there is mythical beast offers a portion of the best areas that you can discover you in any vacationer control.
 
 The base cost of visits (called a "Base Daily Package") to Bhutan is set by the legislature, to control tourism and ensure nature. The cost incorporates all facilities, dinners, transportation, aides and doormen, and social projects. Some portion of it additionally goes towards free instruction, free human services, and destitution lightening in Bhutan.

for a solo traveler, it's perfectly safe. No bugging shop keepers, no intense tourist traps etc. People are very decent and very helpful. We would suggest to Resa Tour’s guide for nice restaurants, places to see, helpful tips etc. Most of them speak good English, so communication is not a problem

 

Rinchen Norbu, Resa Tours and Travel at www.resa-bhutan.com. Mr. Jen Mao from Taiwan did a solo trip to Bhutan a few years back and here is his account of the trip, including an interesting story:

 

Mr. Jen Mao, Love travelling and exploring unexplored places.

Bhutan is super awesome if you want to travel and is a MUST visit country at least once in your lifetime. Bhutan is safe for Solo travelers. For citizens of all other countries they have to visit Bhutan through a recognized travel agencies which costs them 250$ per night including everything.
 
DO Visit Bhutan!Elisa Kerr, From Ireland

I went to Bhutan last month as a solo female traveler, on an assignment with Resa Tours and Travel. If you have a Guide, there is absolutely no stress traveling solo in Bhutan. In fact, I’d recommend one because it’s the best way to get a culturally immersive experience. With local transport being almost non-existent, it helps to have logistics pre-arranged. There no hostels to get to know fellow travellers, and there is no backpacking culture. Bhutan doesn’t even want to encourage that. Their policy is ‘Low impact, high value’ tourism.

 

A lady from Germany

Bhutan, I guess its a safe and secure place to travel. People of Bhutan are very helpful. People traveling towards Bhutan or north-east side of India enjoy more. Mine 4 friends went Bhutan and other Places in north-east in 2013. The way they explained me about these such places looked like mind blowing place and once they were in trouble there at that time the local people help them like they know all very well...