The tourism council of Bhutan (TCB) announced that tourism would introduce its brand on September 22, 2022 during the virtual meeting on the information and clarification session for the reopening of tourism held on Thursday.
There’s less than a week left, the tourism industry and related stakeholders are bracing up, anticipating, excited and some even confused until the official opening of the tourism sector scheduled on September 23, 2022.
Additionally, the new Visa system will debut on the same day.The TCB intends to host a welcoming ceremony for the tourist who will be in the nation on September 23, 2022.
The same event will also be conducted at the point of entry (PoE) in the southern border towns like Samdrup Jongkhar, Gelephu, Phuentsholing, and Samtse entrance gates.
On that specific occasion, TCB will also provide gift bags to the tourists. A token of warm greetings, the tourism industry is the hardest hit sector after more than two and half years of Covid-19 pandemic hiatus.
On the Tourism Rules and Regulations 2022, an official from TCB said that Tourists will be mandated to pay SDF of USD 200 per night and preferential sustainable development fund (SDF) of Nu 1,200 per night for regional tourists from India.
He said that the day visitor spending a night within the border town of Bhutan or travelling beyond the designated point shall be subject to payment of applicable SDF.
When filing for a visa or travel permission, the tourist or service provider who accepted payment from the visitor must pay the mandated SDF in accordance with the steps outlined by the department of immigration.
The immigration department has mandated a process for applying for a visa or permit for tourists visiting Bhutan or for service providers on their behalf.
The official also stated that tourists with a visa or permit may enter nearby locations, with the exception of those that are in prohibited regions.
The Tourism Council of Bhutan has established an online booking platform where tourists may book and organize for travel services.
A tourist must reserve a certified accommodation either directly with an accommodation provider or through a tour operator.
He stressed that a minimum of one guide must be provided for every 10 tourists in a group, with a maximum of 15 tourists permitted when the senior tour guide or tour leader is present.
Every trekking group has to have safety and communication gear. Trekking must only be done on designated paths, and camping must only be done in designated, updated, and informed campsites.
Only tourists under the age of 18 are permitted to trek with their parents or guardians, or with a
parent or guardian’s consent.
Tour operators shall assign one trekking guide for every seven tourists and maximum of 15 tourists in case accompanied by the senior tour guide or leader.
Tour operators shall provide insurance coverage for trekking guides.
A tourist may contact the transport service or arrange a transport service with the help of a tour operator.
As per the rules and regulations, a tour and sightseeing must be booked by the tourist either independently or through a registered tour operator.
A tour package may be arranged by a tour operator who is registered with the TCB.
Before using a service or paying for it, a tourist must agree to the terms of service offered by the service provider.
According to the official, while cancellations must follow the service policy of the service provider, if there is ambiguity or no service policy, the TCB will assist in resolving any disputes over cancellations and refunds in compliance with the rules and regulations.
There’s less than a week left, the tourism industry and related stakeholders are bracing up, anticipating, excited and some even confused until the official opening of the tourism sector scheduled on September 23, 2022.
Additionally, the new Visa system will debut on the same day.The TCB intends to host a welcoming ceremony for the tourist who will be in the nation on September 23, 2022.
The same event will also be conducted at the point of entry (PoE) in the southern border towns like Samdrup Jongkhar, Gelephu, Phuentsholing, and Samtse entrance gates.
On that specific occasion, TCB will also provide gift bags to the tourists. A token of warm greetings, the tourism industry is the hardest hit sector after more than two and half years of Covid-19 pandemic hiatus.
On the Tourism Rules and Regulations 2022, an official from TCB said that Tourists will be mandated to pay SDF of USD 200 per night and preferential sustainable development fund (SDF) of Nu 1,200 per night for regional tourists from India.
He said that the day visitor spending a night within the border town of Bhutan or travelling beyond the designated point shall be subject to payment of applicable SDF.
When filing for a visa or travel permission, the tourist or service provider who accepted payment from the visitor must pay the mandated SDF in accordance with the steps outlined by the department of immigration.
The immigration department has mandated a process for applying for a visa or permit for tourists visiting Bhutan or for service providers on their behalf.
The official also stated that tourists with a visa or permit may enter nearby locations, with the exception of those that are in prohibited regions.
The Tourism Council of Bhutan has established an online booking platform where tourists may book and organize for travel services.
A tourist must reserve a certified accommodation either directly with an accommodation provider or through a tour operator.
He stressed that a minimum of one guide must be provided for every 10 tourists in a group, with a maximum of 15 tourists permitted when the senior tour guide or tour leader is present.
Every trekking group has to have safety and communication gear. Trekking must only be done on designated paths, and camping must only be done in designated, updated, and informed campsites.
Only tourists under the age of 18 are permitted to trek with their parents or guardians, or with a
parent or guardian’s consent.
Tour operators shall assign one trekking guide for every seven tourists and maximum of 15 tourists in case accompanied by the senior tour guide or leader.
Tour operators shall provide insurance coverage for trekking guides.
A tourist may contact the transport service or arrange a transport service with the help of a tour operator.
As per the rules and regulations, a tour and sightseeing must be booked by the tourist either independently or through a registered tour operator.
A tour package may be arranged by a tour operator who is registered with the TCB.
Before using a service or paying for it, a tourist must agree to the terms of service offered by the service provider.
According to the official, while cancellations must follow the service policy of the service provider, if there is ambiguity or no service policy, the TCB will assist in resolving any disputes over cancellations and refunds in compliance with the rules and regulations.
