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Punakha Dzong, Bhutan

Land of the Thunder Dragon

Experience Bhutan
the Sweet Escape Way

Personal, locally crafted journeys created by people who love sharing Bhutan's untouched valleys, ancient monasteries, and living culture.

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Bhutan’s national destination story

More than a place to visit—Bhutan is an invitation to see the world differently.

A glimpse of Bhutan

A place best felt slowly

Sacred architecture, changing mountain light and valleys where everyday life still follows a gentler rhythm.

Punakha Dzong illuminated beside the river at dusk
Punakha after dusk
Thimphu unfolding across its forested valley
Thimphu Valley
Memorial chortens beneath a large tree at Dochula Pass
Across Dochula

Across the kingdom

Explore Bhutan

Bhutan is made up of 20 dzongkhags, or districts—each shaped by its own landscapes, traditions and rhythm of life.

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BumthangChhukhaDaganaGasaHaaLhuentseMongarParoPemagatshelPunakhaSamdrup JongkharSamtseSarpangThimphuTrashigangTrashiyangtseTrongsaTsirangWangdue PhodrangZhemgang
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Western Bhutan

Thimphu

Capital life · Crafts · Culture

A compact Himalayan capital where government, contemporary life and Bhutanese traditions meet.

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What a trip actually costs

A Bhutan journey has government charges and the cost of your actual tour. We show both separately before you book—never as one bundled, unclear number.

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Sustainable Development Fee

Paid to the Bhutanese government, per adult per night

US$100

Visa fee

One-time fee for travellers who require a tourist visa

US$40

Your journey

Guide, private transport, accommodation and meals

Quoted for you

What the SDF supports

The fee supports healthcare, education, environmental protection and cultural preservation in Bhutan. It is not a daily spending minimum and does not include your hotel, guide or transport.

Regional and child rates

Indian nationals pay Nu. 1,200 per adult per night. Child concessions apply, and a limited concession currently applies to eligible Bangladeshi visitors. We confirm the correct rate for every guest when quoting.

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Buddha Dordenma overlooking Thimphu
Green slopes and clouds across Punakha Valley

Locally based

Thimphu, Bhutan

Our Story

Thoughtfully planned
in Bhutan

Sweet Escapes Bhutan is a family-founded company creating thoughtful journeys shaped around each traveller.

From our base in Thimphu, we bring practical care and personal attention to every journey, working with experienced local guides selected to suit each trip.

Planned in Bhutan

Every journey is planned locally from our base in Thimphu.

Shaped Around You

Your route, pace and experiences are adapted to how you want to travel.

Clearly Explained

Government fees and tour costs are shown separately before you book.

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A Bhutanese dzong rising above a misty valley

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Sweet Escape?

Every journey is tailor-made. Tell us your dream, your dates, and your curiosity — we'll do the rest.