Domestic travel deals by Thomas Cook India & SOTC

Thomas Cook India and SOTC Travel have launched an extensive range of holiday offers

With the year-end travel season approaching rapidly, India’s largest travel firm, Thomas Cook India and its subsidiary, SOTC Travel have launched special holiday deals for Indians to discover and explore their own country’s iconic and diverse locales and experiences that compete with international favourites. According to a press statement, the packages under Enchanting India Holidays offer fascinating choice and diversity, of locales and experiences, that are on par or surpass the best in the world. The statement adds that for this the two companies have curated itineraries and an exciting array of opportunities to start their holiday planning.

The list includes snow-capped peaks of Gulmarg and the picturesque landscapes of Khajjiar which offers fascinating appeal akin to the Swiss Alps. Andaman’s pristine beaches – blue waters that compare with Phuket, Chhattisgarh’s Chitrakote Falls that is called India’s Niagara Fall, Kashmir’s 30 acres of tulip gardens that compete with Holland,  the lush and languid backwaters of Kerala offer unique appeal outplaying Venice’s canals, while Andhra Pradesh’s Gandikota Hills could be India’s Grand Canyon.

The statement says that the packages include India’s hidden gems such as the surreal landscapes of Kashmir’s Gurez and Doodhpathri valleys, Chenab Bridge – the world’s highest rail bridge or Dal Lake’s floating post office,  Arunachal Pradesh’s Damro, the longest hanging bridge in the country, Ziro Valley and majestic monasteries of Tawang, Maharashtra’s Lonar Lake – a meteoric marvel and Meghalaya’s awe-inspiring living root bridges.

The statement says that the options can be customised as per travellers’ preference, says the press release. The options include private villas with a chef & concierge or unique stays in forts, tea/coffee plantations, havelis or palaces. Besides these, the packages also include camping, Trekking & Biking Trips to destinations such as Ladakh and Spiti Valley.

“India has a wealth of global experiences within the country that have the potential to put international travel on hold! Our Enchanting India Holidays portfolio offers customers iconic experiences within the diversity of our country – that are at par or surpass their global counterparts. From hidden gems, to quaint offbeat locations, India’s mesmerizing geography is waiting to be discovered: from the glorious tulip gardens in Srinagar, the snowy peaks of Gulmarg, azure waters of the Andamans to the serene backwaters of Kerala – our holidays are designed to inspire customers to explore our incredible country in-depth and can be co-curated with our experts as per the customer’s preference/requirement,” says Rajeev Kale, President & Country Head – Holidays, MICE, Visa, Thomas Cook (India).

“India’s landscapes are as enchantingly varied as her culture. Our Enchanting India Holidays bring exclusive products with unique offbeat experiences that give our customers a fascinating exploration into the undiscovered India. From captivating wildlife to pristine beaches, outdoor adventure and spiritual holidays – these getaways offer our customers quality time in scenic settings. We invite our customers to discover the diverse travel experiences our beautiful country has to offer.” says Daniel D’souza, President & Country Head – Holidays, SOTC Travel.

According to a press statement, the packages under Enchanting India Holidays offer fascinating choice and diversity, of locales and experiences, that are on par or surpass the best in the world. The statement adds that for this the two companies have curated itineraries and an exciting array of opportunities to start their holiday planning.

The list includes snow-capped peaks of Gulmarg and the picturesque landscapes of Khajjiar which offers fascinating appeal akin to the Swiss Alps. Andaman’s pristine beaches – blue waters that compare with Phuket, Chhattisgarh’s Chitrakote Falls that is called India’s Niagara Fall, Kashmir’s 30 acres of tulip gardens that compete with Holland,  the lush and languid backwaters of Kerala offer unique appeal outplaying Venice’s canals, while Andhra Pradesh’s Gandikota Hills could be India’s Grand Canyon.

The statement says that the packages include India’s hidden gems such as the surreal landscapes of Kashmir’s Gurez and Doodhpathri valleys, Gandikota Hills – the world’s highest rail bridge or Dal Lake’s floating post office,  Arunachal Pradesh’s Damro, the longest hanging bridge in the country, Ziro Valley and majestic monasteries of Tawang, Maharashtra’s Lonar Lake – a meteoric marvel and Meghalaya’s awe-inspiring living root bridges.

The statement says that the options can be customised as per travellers’ preference, says the press release. The options include private villas with a chef & concierge or unique stays in forts, tea/coffee plantations, havelis or palaces. Besides these, the packages also include camping, Trekking & Biking Trips to destinations such as Ladakh and Spiti Valley.

“India has a wealth of global experiences within the country that have the potential to put international travel on hold! Our Enchanting India Holidays portfolio offers customers iconic experiences within the diversity of our country – that are at par or surpass their global counterparts. From hidden gems, to quaint offbeat locations, India’s mesmerizing geography is waiting to be discovered: from the glorious tulip gardens in Srinagar, the snowy peaks of Gulmarg, azure waters of the Andamans to the serene backwaters of Kerala – our holidays are designed to inspire customers to explore our incredible country in-depth and can be co-curated with our experts as per the customer’s preference/requirement,” says Rajeev Kale, President & Country Head – Holidays, MICE, Visa, Thomas Cook (India).

“India’s landscapes are as enchantingly varied as her culture. Our Enchanting India Holidays bring exclusive products with unique offbeat experiences that give our customers a fascinating exploration into the undiscovered India. From captivating wildlife to pristine beaches, outdoor adventure and spiritual holidays – these getaways offer our customers quality time in scenic settings. We invite our customers to discover the diverse travel experiences our beautiful country has to offer.” says Daniel D’souza, President & Country Head – Holidays, SOTC Travel.