The tiny Buddhist Kingdom of Bhutan,
nestled high in the Himalayas and isolated from the world, has a
culture based on tradition, religion and a benevolent monarchy,
while its dramatic landscapes sit largely undisturbed.
This journey takes in the best of Bhutan, staying at Amankora's
luxurious lodges throughout the country.
Facts
Flying time:11 hours 5
minutes to Bangkok then onwards to Paro 2 hours.
Time difference:GMT +6 hrs.
Getting there:Direct Services to Bangkok with
British Airways and Thai Airways then onwards with Druk Air.
Currency:Bhutan Ngultrum or Indian Rupee, US
Dollar also accepted.
Vaccinations:Precautions for Tetanus,
poliomyelitis, measles, mumps, Malaria, Cholera and Rubella are
recommended with some areas under risk of Hepatitis A and
Typhoid.
Visas:British passport holders require visas.
All other nationals, please check visa requirements.
Best time to visit:Spring time, (March through
to May) is the best time to visit for seeing the flowers and
wildlife. October is a great time to visit and experience their
festivals. The winter is baron and cold and many of the roads tend
to be closed.