Thomas Cook & SOTC Launch Charter Flights to Bhutan from Bengaluru & Ahmedabad
Thomas Cook India and SOTC Travel will operate charter flights to Bhutan from Bengaluru and Ahmedabad for Summer 2026. Departures from Bengaluru are scheduled for April 24, May 1, 8, 15, 2026. Ahmedabad departures are scheduled for May 3, 10, 17, 2026. Pricing starts at ₹76,000 per person.
The launch of charter flights to a popular tourist destination like Bhutan, with specific departure dates and pricing, is likely to have a positive impact on the company's travel bookings and revenue, although it's not a complete business transformation.
The announcement details the launch of new charter flights, expanding travel options and building on previous success, which is a positive development for the company and its customers.
Thomas Cook (India) Limited and its group company, SOTC Travel, have announced their Summer 2026 charter flights to Bhutan from Bengaluru and Ahmedabad. This initiative aims to provide direct, seamless connectivity to Bhutan during India's peak holiday season, building on the success of the previous two years.
The charter program offers a range of air charter-inclusive tour products, delivering value to Indian consumers in South and West India. Thomas Cook India and SOTC Travel are the only providers in India operating charter flights to Bhutan from Bengaluru, ensuring non-stop access for travelers from South India.
Multiple departures are scheduled from Bengaluru on April 24 and May 1, 8, and 15, 2026, and from Ahmedabad on May 3, 10, and 17, 2026. This direct air connection addresses a market gap where current travel to Bhutan involves multi-leg journeys with layovers.
The tours are designed with five distinct categories: Budget, Standard, Value, Extravaganza, and Premium. Customized itineraries are also available. Pricing for a 7 Days 6 Nights itinerary starts from ₹76,000 per person from Bengaluru and ₹79,000 per person from Ahmedabad under the Special Saver Program.
New inclusions for this year feature Gangtey, one of Bhutan’s scenic valleys. The tour highlights include immersive experiences like farmhouse lunches, local activities, regional cuisine options (South Indian for Bengaluru departures, Gujarati for Ahmedabad departures), and dedicated tour managers speaking Kannada for Bengaluru and Gujarati for Ahmedabad departures.
Mr. Rajeev Kale, President & Country Head – Holidays, MICE, Visa, Thomas Cook (India) Limited, emphasized the company's leadership in customer-centric innovation and strengthened direct access for customers across South India. Mr. S.D. Nandakumar, President & Country Head Holidays and Corporate Tours, SOTC Travel Limited, highlighted the curated, experience-rich holidays designed for seamless access during the summer holiday season.
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