• Tourism in Bhutan is strictly limited. The tourism industry of Bhutan is based on the principle of sustainability. This means “tourism must be environmentally and ecologically friendly, socially and culturally acceptable, and also economically viable.” Tourists are required to pay certain amounts of tourism tariffs by spending money during their travel. Daily tour tariffs include transportation, hotels, meals, guides, and entrance fees to museums, monuments and cultural sites. All kinds of tourism activities are regulated by the Tourism Council of Bhutan, and travel agencies in Bhutan are registered by the Council. 35% of the daily spending on tourism goes to the Council as travel taxes and becomes part of the national treasury.