SOTC Travel has won the “Outbound Tour Operator of the Year” award at the SATTE Awards 2026. The accolade reinforces the Company’s position as a trusted leader in the outbound leisure travel segment.
Recognized as Asia’s leading platform for the travel and tourism industry, SATTE celebrates excellence and innovation, making this win a significant milestone for SOTC Travel. The award underscores the Company’s continued focus on delivering curated, seamless and high-quality international travel experiences for Indian travellers.
Built on a strong omnichannel foundation, powered by digital acceleration, driven by continuous innovation and focused on India’s diverse consumer segments across metros, mini-metros and emerging regional markets, SOTC Travel brings together an extensive physical branch network, contact centres and agile digital platforms to deliver seamless, end-to-end travel experiences. With a rich legacy of over 75 years, the Company has consistently pioneered outbound leisure travel through thoughtfully designed itineraries, strategic global partnerships and a customer-first philosophy. From all-inclusive escorted group tours and customized holidays to premium and experiential offerings, SOTC caters to the evolving aspirations of today’s Indian travellers, empowering them to explore the world with confidence and convenience.
SOTC’s expansive international portfolio spans iconic destinations across Europe, Australia & New Zealand, Southeast Asia, Japan, South Korea, Africa, the Middle East and USA, along with emerging destinations that are gaining popularity among Indian travellers. Strengthening its omnichannel presence, SOTC continues to integrate technology across its retail network, website and contact centers, offering customers a seamless booking journey and personalized holiday planning support.
Speaking on the win, S.D. Nandakumar, President & Country Head – Holidays and Corporate Tours, SOTC Travel, said, “We are honoured to receive the ‘Outbound Tour Operator of the Year’ award at the SATTE Awards 2026. This recognition is a testament to our unwavering focus on quality, innovation and our deep commitment to building customer satisfaction in the outbound leisure space. At SOTC, customer obsession is at the core of everything we do — shaping our itineraries, strengthening our service standards and driving continuous innovation to deliver seamless, memorable holiday experiences. We dedicate this achievement to our team, partners and valued customers for their continued trust, and to our passionate teams whose dedication inspires us to consistently raise the bar.”
