Chandratal Lake: Guide to the magnificient lake of Spiti Valley
Chandratal Lake – the most awaited part
“Bhutan, the Land of Happiness, where the pursuit of contentment is woven into the very fabric of life, and the beauty of the land mirrors the serenity within its people.”
Starts: from Bagdogra
Ends: at Bagdogra
Type: Mixed Gender
Start: 2 PM, 19 Apr 2025
End: 1 PM, 26 Apr 2025
₹ 49700
Bhutan – Did you know that it is the first and only country to be officially carbon-negative? Discover the untouched beauty of Bhutan, where majestic mountains meet vibrant culture. Immerse yourself in ancient traditions and breathtaking landscapes that inspire peace. Experience the warmth of the locals and the tranquility of sacred temples. Come, find your zen in the Land of the Thunder Dragon!
Join this trip with us if you want to experience the best of Bhutan in one week with utmost comfort yet in a cost-effective way.
Bhutan, the land of happiness, has been a dream destination for all conscious travelers around the world! It’s the country that introduced the index of Gross National Happiness to this planet, signifying happiness as an important part of national growth. Hence, Bhuwtan deserves a visit, at least once in our lifetime.
Bhutan is a landlocked Buddhist kingdom, sharing borders with Tibet and India. It rests like a baby in the arms of mother India which also signifies the friendly relationship between the two countries. Warm smiles and hospitality of Bhutanese people, wide valleys, beautiful birds, dramatic landscapes, majestic mountains, captivating Dzongs, refreshing waterfalls, and colorful prayer flags in the air are bound to enthrall us.
Did you know that Bhutan is one of the rarest countries worldwide that has come a long way in preserving its culture? The architecture of every single establishment in Bhutan adheres to the traditional design. Even the uniform in government offices is traditional. Hence, every other man and woman can be seen walking in Gho and Kira respectively!
The Bhutanese food is quite interesting! Have you heard about Kewa Datshi? It’s a beloved Bhutanese dish featuring potatoes cooked with cheese, chili peppers, and spices. This hearty and flavorful dish is a staple in Bhutanese cuisine. Ema Datshi, Yak Cheese, and Suja are a few more things that can tried by connoisseurs during a trip to Bhutan. Although traditional food in Bhutan is quite spicy, visitors are served as per taste buds.
Did you know Bhutan is the first and only country to be officially carbon-negative? Just imagine, how refreshing it would be to visit such a country that has maintained its forest cover and its natural resources to this level. How soothing & relaxing it would be, far away from all the city pollution!
In a nutshell, the feelings that traveler experiences during their visit to Bhutan are indescribable in words! The warm hospitality of Bhutanese people, exposure to their culture, the natural beauty, scrumptious food, and the happiness, fill your heart with such emotions that could only be felt.
Let’s hold hands and explore one of the most fascinating and exemplary countries in the world! Are you ready to set on this lifetime journey with us?
Have you ever had the joy of closely visiting a peaceful land border between two countries? We will enter Bhutan via land from the town of Jaigaon in the Indian state of West Bengal to the Bhutanese border town named Phuntsholing. It’s amazing to see the presence of two contrasting worlds merely separated by a brick and a mortar gateway that signals the border.
Tourists often drive to Buddha Point to be mesmerized by the breathtaking view it offers. It refers to the statue of Buddha located on the top a hill in Kuenselphodrang Nature Park overlooking the southern entrance of Thimpu. The statue is known as Buddha Dordenma and it’s the largest sitting sculpture of Shakyamuni Buddha in the world with a height of 51.5 meters, made of sold bronze. It looks beautifully golden and inside the statue, there are approximately 125, 000 smaller Buddha statues of varied size.
Changangkha Lhakhang is a popular 12th-century Buddhist temple that appears like a fortress from the outside. The parents usually visit this temple to get auspicious names for their newly born babies, and blessings for their young children from the temple deity, Tamdrin, as he has the status of being a ‘protector’. The place has a rustic charm. It also offers the bird’s eye view of Thimpu which one can enjoy while relaxing on the benches near the entrance.
The Takin Preserve is a wildlife reserve area for the national animal of Bhutan, Takin. Takin attracts special attention for its unique appearance. Legends say that it was conjured from the head of a goat and the body of a cow in 15th century by Buddhist saint named Drukpa Kunley in a religious gathering where people requested him to present a miracle.
Located in the capital city of Thimpu, National Folk Heritage Museum showcases traditional Bhutanese lifestyle. Some of the galleries inside the museum are open-air while remaining are located inside a three-storied 19th century traditional house made from wood. Artifacts from rural households such as utensils, big storage containers, hearth, costumes, tools, etc, are on the display which give a very good understanding of the skills and the habits of Bhutanese people.
Ema Datshi and Kewa Datshi are the most popular traditional dishes of Bhutan consisting of melted cheese, potatoes/ mushrooms, and lots of red chilies. Bhutanese food is quite higher on the chilly side, however, there are restaurants that serve the traditional dishes with very less or medium chili. We will go to one of the restaurants where we can enjoy the traditional dishes along with red rice and the pancakes made from locally grown millets, in the beautiful wooden cutlery.
Tashichho Dzong is a Buddhist Monastery and a fortress located in Thimpu next to the banks of the Wang Chhu River. It’s the main secretariat building which houses the office of the King and the Throne Room including some of the government ministries.
Located at almost 10,000 feet, Dochula Pass is a mighty mountain pass that offers a captivating 360 degree panoramic view of the snow-capped Himalayan mountain range including some of the highest peaks such as Gangkhar Puensum (24,840 ft), Tari Gang (23,960 ft), Gangchen Singye (23,630 ft), etc. There are 100 memorial stupas at Dochula Pass known as “Druk Wangyal Chortens” which were built to honor the 108 Bhutanese soldiers who laid their lives in 2003 in a military operation.
The traditional dress of Bhutan is the Kira for women and Gho for men. The Kira is an ankle-length dress wrapped around the body and cinched with a belt, often featuring vibrant colors and designs. The Gho is a knee-length robe secured with a woven belt, typically made of silk or cotton with intricate patterns.
Chimi Lhakhang is a Buddhist Monastery popularly known as Fertility Temple, located on a rotund hill. It was built to honor Buddhist saint Drukpa Kunley who personified the use of phallus to throw away evil’s eye and bad luck. Since it’s a fertility temple, it is visited mostly by women or couples who face problems in conceiving a child. They get blessed by being stroked with a wooden phallus. Visitors also bring phallus to the temple as an offering to the God here.
Punakha Dzong is unquestionably the most beautiful dzong in Bhutan located at the confluence of Mo Chhu and Pho Chhu rivers in Punakha. Punakha is the erstwhile capital of Bhutan and hence this dzong remained as a government center until it the official work was moved to the current capital city of Thimpu in the mid-1950s. However, it’s still the winter residence of the official monk body.
The National Museum of Bhutan does an excellent job in exhibiting the natural and cultural history of the country through its rich galleries, publications and the conservation of artifacts. Some of the galleries house the finest specimens of Bhutanese art including masterpieces of bronze statues and thangka paintings. The museum possesses over 3000 works of Bhutanese art that covers more than 1500 years of Bhutan’s cultural heritage.
Most of the travel magazines, articles, or postcards use the photo of Taktsang Monastery to represent Bhutan which means that any visit to the land of happiness is incomplete without witnessing Taktsang Monastery. Also known as Tiger Nest Monastery, it’s precariously sitting on a cliff in upper Paro Valley at an altitude of 9678 feet above sea level. Legends say that Guru Padmasambhava flew to the location on the back of a tigress.
Located at an altitude of 13000 feet, Chelela Pass is the highest motorable point in Bhutan. It offers a breathtaking panoramic view of the snow-capped peaks of Mount Jumolhari. It’s located between the picturesque Paro and Haa valleys.
Do you know that Paro airport is one of the most dangerous airports in the world? Surrounded by sharp peaks of up to 18,000 feet tall make take-offs and landings are extremely difficult. Only a few pilots have licenses to land at Paro airport. We will visit the viewpoint in the morning from where we can feel the thrill of taking off and landing the aircraft in the lap of the majestic Himalayas.
We ensure a personal touch in our groups and our group leaders make sure to bond the entire group like long-lost friends. Hence, along with an amazing travel experience, you are in for great social bonding.
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Chandratal Lake – the most awaited part
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