Ze Happy Dragon

05/06/2025

Experience Bhutan with Ze Happy Dragon.
Bhutan Unbasic, Immersive, Off the script.

Set Departures Now Open | June 23–29, 2025

Why This Isn’t Your Average Bhutan Trip —
This journey is crafted for the curious, the conscious, and the culture-hungry. We’re not here to just “see Bhutan” — we’re here to feel it, live it, and return transformed.

What Makes This Experience Unmissable?
• One foot in India, one in Bhutan — quite literally
• Wander through the only capital city in the world with no traffic lights
• Dress up, shoot arrows, and dance like a true Bhutanese
• Eat, laugh, and sleep in a traditional village homestay
• Conquer Bhutan’s longest suspension bridge
• Hike to the legendary Tiger’s Nest Monastery at 3000 ft
• Breathe in Bhutan’s carbon-negative mountain air
• Dive into karaoke bars and experience Bhutan’s underrated nightlife
• Discover the spiritual and surprisingly humorous world of phallus worship

Dates:
Start: Monday, June 23, 2025
End: Sunday, June 29, 2025

DM ‘DRAGON ME IN’ to get the full itinerary & pricing.

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22/05/2025

LET’S DO BHUTAN — NOT BY THE MAP, BUT BY THE HEART.

Set Departures Now Open | June 23–29, 2025

💫 Why This Isn’t Your Average Bhutan Trip:
This journey is crafted for the curious, the conscious, and the culture-hungry. We’re not here to just “see Bhutan” — we’re here to feel it, live it, and return transformed.

🔥 What Makes This Experience Unmissable?
🦶 One foot in India, one in Bhutan — quite literally
🚦 Wander through the only capital city in the world with no traffic lights
🏹 Dress up, shoot arrows, and dance like a true Bhutanese
🏡 Eat, laugh, and sleep in a traditional village homestay
🌉 Conquer Bhutan’s longest suspension bridge
⛰️ Hike to the legendary Tiger’s Nest Monastery at 3000 ft
🌿 Breathe in Bhutan’s carbon-negative mountain air
🎤 Dive into karaoke bars and experience Bhutan’s underrated nightlife
🍆 Discover the spiritual and surprisingly humorous world of phallus worship

🧭 This Is Travel That Leaves a Mark.
Imagine sipping homemade brew around a fireplace, swapping stories with strangers who feel like old friends. Imagine walking through misty monasteries, realising you’ve been holding your breath — and finally letting go. This is not just a tour. This is Bhutan — offbeat, immersive, unforgettable.

📅 Dates:
Start: Monday, June 23, 2025
End: Sunday, June 29, 2025

📩 DM ‘DRAGON ME IN’ to get the full itinerary & pricing.

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16/05/2025

Travel Advisory by Bhutan Airlines.

Travel Advisory: India Flight Regulations🚨

-Satellite phones & select GPS devices are PROHIBITED on India flights. 📵

-Non-compliant devices will be seized. Verify before you fly to avoid penalties. ✅

12/05/2025

RajaSekhar Mamidanna (RSM) delivers content from Bhutan.

29/04/2025

What’s the first thing that comes to mind when you think of luxury travel?
Endless crowds? Expensive resorts? A checklist of Instagrammable spots?

Now, imagine the opposite.

A place where time slows down.
Where the pursuit of happiness outweighs the pursuit of wealth.
Where culture is king, and every corner is a lesson in mindfulness.

Bhutan is not just another destination.
It’s a place where luxury isn’t about excess—it’s about experience.
Where the rules of modern travel are gently re-written.

We’ve rounded up some fascinating things about Bhutan that you might not know.
Some will make you rethink your next trip. Others will make you wonder why this secret has stayed hidden for so long.

But one thing’s for sure: If you’re looking for a getaway that’s more than just a vacation, this is it.

Want to know more? Swipe through our latest carousel.

DM for a curated journey that’s all about quality over quantity.

Because Bhutan isn’t about tourism.
It’s about a mindful escape.

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26/04/2025

Planning a trip to Bhutan?

Hold your yaks, traveller — not so fast! Before you zip up that backpack or roll out your suitcase, there are a few magical (and very real-world) things you need to know.

From visas and permits to tipping etiquette, hidden festivals to offbeat treasures — here’s your no-fluff, slightly cheeky, totally essential Bhutan 101 guide. Curated by someone who knows Bhutan better than his coffee order.

Think festivals. Think entry fees. Think layers (yes, that Himalayan breeze doesn’t mess around). And no, your credit card may not be the hero you think it is.

Swipe through, save this post, and thank us when your trip goes smoother than Bhutanese butter tea, which, spoiler alert: is an acquired taste.

Adventure smarter. Travel deeper. Experience Bhutan like a local, not a tourist.

Swipe for insider secrets!

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22/04/2025

High up in the hills of Bumthang, past the winding pine trails and quiet pastures, sits Tharpaling Monastery — a place that holds centuries of Bhutanese Buddhist wisdom, and a silence that speaks more than any words ever could.

Built in the 14th century, Tharpaling was once the retreat of Longchen Rabjam, one of the greatest scholars and meditation masters of the Nyingma tradition. It’s not just a historical site — it’s a living, breathing spiritual space. The energy here feels sacred. Intact. Protected.

The hike to the monastery is one of our favorite ones in Bhutan. Not because it’s dramatic or challenging, but because it slows you down. It invites you to look inward. Every turn on the trail offers views that stretch your eyes, and every pause offers a moment that stretches your thoughts.
What makes Tharpaling special isn’t just its past — It’s what it stirs in you today.

As someone who has spent years exploring Bhutan not just as a travel curator, but as a seeker myself, I always find something new here. A question. A clarity. A kind of peace you don’t find easily in the world anymore.

At Ze Happy Dragon, we add places like Tharpaling with care — for travelers who want more than sightseeing. Who want connection. Who want meaning. If you’re someone who feels drawn to the cultural and spiritual depth of Bhutan, let’s create a journey that reflects that.
Because Bhutan isn’t just a destination. It’s an experience that stays with you — long after you leave.

Follow to discover Bhutan beyond the guidebooks. DM us to plan your journey through Bhutan’s spiritual heart.

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21/04/2025

Just off the highway between Paro and Thimphu, where the Paro Chhu murmurs beneath the mountains, lies a bridge that many see but few truly notice. The Tamchog Chakzam—Bhutan’s oldest iron chain suspension bridge—was built in 1433 by Thangtong Gyalpo, the visionary Tibetan yogi, engineer, and artist who forged 58 such bridges across Bhutan, Tibet, and beyond.

This bridge, a marvel of 15th-century engineering, leads to Tamchog Lhakhang, a private temple established by Gyalpo himself. Legend says he was inspired to build it after a vision of Avalokiteshvara’s horse while meditating here. The temple and bridge together embody Bhutan’s spiritual and architectural heritage.

At Ze Happy Dragon, we believe in the beauty of the road less traveled. We thoughtfully include hidden gems like Tamchog Lhakhang in our bespoke itineraries, offering travelers a deeper connection to Bhutan’s rich history and culture.

Discover the unseen. Travel with Ze Happy Dragon.

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16/04/2025