Mumbai: The Goa Tourism Development Corporation (GTDC), in association with Nature Trails by Thomas Cook, has announced the launch of a specially curated Hampi Tour from May 1, 2026, offering travellers from Goa and beyond an immersive journey into one of India’s most iconic heritage destinations, Hampi, located in North Karnataka. The initiative is part of GTDC’s ongoing efforts to expand its portfolio of experiential travel offerings and provide curated outbound experiences that go beyond conventional itineraries.
The tour will take travellers to Hampi, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, known for its magnificent ruins, ancient temples, and rich history of the Vijayanagara Empire. Designed as a cultural and experiential itinerary, the tour will include an array of curated activities including guided visits to iconic monuments and heritage sites, immersive storytelling experiences, comfortable travel and stay, expert-led insights into the site’s history, architecture, and local culture.
Tourists staying in Goa can extend their stay and visit Hampi through this curated tour. Golden opportunity to Local Goans who wish to visit this world heritage site. Goans can avail this GTDC special tour for spending their holidays and explore rich history.
Kedar J Naik, Chairman, GTDC, added, “This collaboration with Nature Trails by Thomas Cook reflects our commitment to offering diverse and high-quality travel experiences. The Hampi tour is designed for discerning travellers who seek more than just a holiday—it is for those who want to explore India’s cultural richness in a meaningful way. We have also kept the price of the tour package very cost effective to ensure maximum people enjoy this tour.”
Kuldeep Arolkar, Managing Director, GTDC said, “Goa Tourism is committed to continuously innovating and expanding the scope of travel experiences available to our audiences. This collaboration with Nature Trails by Thomas Cook allows us to offer a unique cultural journey that complements Goa’s own rich heritage. It reflects our vision of promoting meaningful, experience-driven tourism.”
Abraham Alapatt – President & Group Head – Marketing, Service Quality, Value Added Services & Innovation at Thomas Cook (India) Limited and SOTC Travel, said, “We are honoured to partner with the Goa Tourism Development Corporation for this unique initiative that opens up new cultural travel avenues for tourists from Goa choosing GTDC’s curated travel itinerary. Our Nature Trails Ashoka Resort is designed around the philosophy of enhanced experiential travel, giving our guests a taste of local hospitality – reflecting Hampi’s rich heritage, and local culture.”
