Thomas Cook (India) Ltd and its group company SOTC Travel have launched exclusive charter flights from Bengaluru to Lakshadweep for the year-end holiday season.
The companies will operate five exclusive charter departures between Bengaluru and Agatti from December 2026, providing enhanced access to the islands during the peak year-end travel period.
Premium island holidays
The charter-led holiday has been positioned as a premium, all-inclusive beach experience, combining exclusive charter connectivity, premium accommodation, meals and curated experiences.
The packages include visits to Thinnakara and Bangaram, with accommodation options including Praveg’s Atoll at Thinnakara, Taj Coral Pearl Bangaram and IHCL SeleQtions, Bangaram.
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Travellers can choose between sea-view and non-sea-view rooms based on their preferred holiday experience.
“Indian travellers are increasingly looking for holidays that bring together distinctive destinations, greater convenience and meaningful experiences. Lakshadweep offers a compelling premium beach holiday proposition,” Thomas Cook (India), President & Country Head – Holidays, MICE, Visa, Rajeev Kale, said.
Bhutan charters from Mumbai
During the same period, Thomas Cook India and SOTC Travel will also operate charter flights to Bhutan from Mumbai, complementing the Lakshadweep connectivity from Bengaluru.
The Avismarniya Bhutan Fly Direct offering features four holiday products, designed around different accommodation choices and curated experiences.
Focus on curated travel
The Bhutan packages allow travellers to select their holiday based not only on accommodation but also on the type of experience they want across the destination.
The portfolio covers Bhutan’s monasteries, landscapes, cultural heritage and immersive experiences, supported by charter connectivity from Mumbai.
“Charter-led travel enables us to look beyond conventional connectivity and create holiday opportunities around destinations where access can be enhanced through a more curated approach,” SOTC Travel, President & Country Head – Holidays & Corporate Tours, S.D. Nandakumar, said.
Addressing gaps
The two initiatives are aimed at addressing connectivity gaps and creating convenient access to destinations with strong traveller interest.
Lakshadweep offers a premium, all-inclusive island holiday through exclusive charter connectivity from Bengaluru, while Bhutan combines curated experiences with charter access from Mumbai.