Ahmedabad: Thomas Cook (India) Limited and its group company, SOTC Travel, have announced their Summer 2026 charter flights to Bhutan from Bengaluru and Ahmedabad.

Building on the strong success of the last two years, Thomas Cook India and SOTC’s 2026 charter programme offers a range of air charter-inclusive tour products to deliver greater value for Indian consumers across key markets in South and West India. Notably, Thomas Cook India and SOTC Travel are the only travel service providers in India operating charter flights to Bhutan from Bengaluru, offering non-stop access for travellers from South India, the company said.

To maximise the key Indian summer vacation season, multiple departures have been scheduled: from Bengaluru on April 24 and May 1, 8, and 15, 2026, and from Ahmedabad on May 3, 10, and 17, 2026.

The charter flights establish a direct air connection from Bengaluru and Ahmedabad to Bhutan, addressing a long-standing market gap. The travel route to Bhutan currently involves multi-leg journeys via metro hubs such as Delhi or Kolkata, which entail layovers and the inconvenience of multiple flights, airport or terminal transfers, and several check-ins. The charter flights significantly simplify the journey, offering travellers a more seamless, time-efficient, and comfortable travel experience.

In addition to all-inclusive, group-escorted tours from Bengaluru and Ahmedabad, customers can also opt for customised itineraries co-curated around individual preferences. Pricing has been structured to enhance affordability, with a Special Saver Programme starting from ₹76,000 per person* for a 7-day, 6-night itinerary from Bengaluru, and from ₹79,000 per person* from Ahmedabad.

Tour Highlights:

• Immersive experiences as part of group tours, including a farmhouse lunch with local activities such as archery and wearing the traditional kira, local wine tasting, a riverside picnic lunch in Punakha, and a beer-tasting session in Paro.

• Cuisine aligned with regional preferences, with South Indian cuisine prepared by an Indian chef for departures from Bengaluru, and authentic Gujarati cuisine, including vegetarian and Jain options, for departures from Ahmedabad.

• Assistance from experienced tour managers for group tours: Kannada-speaking for Bengaluru departures and Gujarati-speaking for Ahmedabad departures, ensuring ease of communication and comfort throughout the trip.

Mr. Rajeev Kale, President and Country Head—Holidays, MICE, Visa, Thomas Cook (India) Limited, said, “Our special charter flights to Bhutan from Bengaluru and Ahmedabad reiterate our leadership and continued focus on customer-centric innovation. We are proud to be the only travel service providers in India operating charter flights to Bhutan from Bengaluru, strengthening direct access for customers across South India. For Summer 2026, we have enhanced our offering with multiple departures, an attractively priced Special Saver Programme, and the inclusion of Gangtey. Alongside our all-inclusive group tours, we also offer customised holidays co-curated around individual travel preferences, delivering greater value, convenience, and flexibility to our customers.”

Mr. S. D. Nandakumar, President and Country Head—Holidays and Corporate Tours, SOTC Travel Limited, said, “Bhutan’s timeless appeal, with its unique combination of breathtaking Himalayan landscapes, culture, and warm, welcoming people, has enabled us to curate truly experience-rich holidays for Indians. Our charters from Bengaluru and Ahmedabad are designed to offer seamless access to this destination during the key summer holiday season. By combining direct charter connectivity, thoughtfully crafted itineraries, regional cuisine preferences, and our experienced tour managers, we are focused on delivering exceptional value and a differentiated holiday experience to our customers.” DeshGujarat