Travel Calcutta presents TEA TOURISM IN BENGAL

Ever wondered how your favorite brand of tea reaches your kitchen shelf? Many of us wouldn't even believe if told that this very tea goes through a whole gamut of production procedures before finally blending into our cups. So if you are among those very keen to see for yourself how this wonder beverage is produced, a tea tour seems to be the best option.

Indian Tea tourism as they say is India's answer to what Europe calls wine tourism.

So why don't you book a tour with Travel Calcutta today and see for yourself what is so unique about it. Just think, lush green tea plantations, a tranquil ambience and loads of old worldly charm - simply heaven! Moreover Exploring India remains incomplete without knowing the essence of Indian Tea.

 

History of Indian Tea 

The cultivation and brewing of tea in India has a long history of applications in traditional system of medicine and for consumption. Tea cultivation in India has somewhat ambiguous origins. Some cite that the first recorded reference to tea in India was in the ancient epic of the Ramayana, which referenced the "Sanjeevani tea" plant when Hanuman (the monkey God) was sent to the Himalayas to bring it for medicinal use. The tea cultivation begun there [India] in the nineteenth century by the British, it has however, has accelerated to the point that today India is listed as the world's leading producer, its 715, 000 tons well ahead of China's 540, 000 tons.

Live as a tea planter for 2 days.

On a 2Night 2 days package Travel Calcutta takes you through the tea estate, making you acquainted with every step involved in making the world’s famous Indian Tea.

View of the road from inside the car 

The moment the car hits the road you will be welcomed by the beauty and calm of North Bengal. Situated at the foot hills of the Himalayas stands the beautiful Tea Estates, with its clear azure sky and lush greenery.

Road side view 

Tour starts from Calcutta 

(or guests can be received at Bagdogra Airport)

To give you a feel of Indian Railways we take you in a night train from Calcutta to reach the foot hills of the Himalayas.

Travel Calcutta Tea Estate AC car

Day 1. Pick up from railway station in AC car and escort to the tea estate's Air conditioned bungalow to freshen up and breakfast accompanied ofcourse with a brewing cup of tea...

You end the day with a tea tasting session under the expert tuition of the tea taster, who has tasted over a million cups of tea, you'll learn about the various minute details of your refreshing cup of beverage.

Back to guest house. Overnight stay at the guest house.

Day 2. After breakfast you will be taken on a bicycle tour around the tea gardens where you can chat with the friendly villagers and tea pluckers.

Back to guest house for lunch and then to Airport/Railway station for your onward journey.

India has now turned to be the most popular factory in refining the flavour of tea, and accounts for its maximum export. Scientists say that you need to sip tea at least three times a day for enjoying its benefits, which includes good blood circulation, prevention of cardiovascular diseases, lowering your blood cholesterol, minimizing the risks of cancer, and boosting the immunity system. It is basically rich in anti-oxidants which accounts for longevity too.

10 Major Health Benefits of Tea -

     1.     Tea contains antioxidants

     2.     Tea has less caffeine than coffee

     3    Tea may reduce the risk of heart attack and stroke

     4.      Tea protects the bones

     5.     Tea is good for skin, it reduces sun damage and sagging of skin.

     6.     Tea bolsters the immune defense.

     7.     Tea protects against cancer.

     8.     Tea helps keep you hydrated.

     9.     Tea is a calorie-free beverage.

    10. Tea increases body metabolism


          What are you waiting for then book your TEA TOUR with TRAVEL CALCUTTA.


           TEA TOUR can be clubbed with Calcutta Tour and extended with Darjeeling /   Sikkim Tour.
       
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