How much did you tip your guides?

Hello,

I will be doing a tour of Bhutan the first week of December. Since a lot of things are covered in the $200 per day fee, how much did you tip people at your hotels, restaurants, your guide? Are there any gifts that they might enjoy from the US?

Also, if you bought souveniers, what kind of prices did you pay in general? Is there anything you wish you had brought with you?

How much did you tip your guides?

Hi,

The people in hotels and restaurants do not expect a tip from you, it is couvered in your price. It is nice to give a tip to your driver and guide who%26#39;ll be with you for the whole trip, and also if you do trekking, to give the cook and horsemen something. How much, well that is a big question. Usually between 3$ (driver) and 5$ (guide)per person per day is mentioned.

You can ask before if they%26#39;d appreciate anything from the US, as this is very personal.

We hardly bought any souvenirs, mostly books, which are very cheap, and some music on casette, also cheap and a nice souvenir. You spend only on drinks during meals, so change 100$ at the airport, and that may last your whole week.

Enjoy Bhutan, it will be a very special experience!.M.