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October 30, 2026 The Manager, The Manager, Listing Department Listing Department BSE Limited National Stock Exchange of India Limited Phiroze Jeejeebhoy Towers, Exchange Plaza, 5th Floor, Plot No. C/1, Dalal Street, G Block, Bandra-Kurla Complex, Bandra (E), Mumbai – 400 001 Mumbai – 400 051 Scrip Code: 500413 Scrip Code: THOMASCOOK Fax No.: 2272 2037/39/41/61 Fax No.: 2659 8237/38 Dear Sir/ Madam, Sub: Press Release – Intimation under Regulation 30 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015. We are enclosing herewith the Press Release dated October 30, 2026 titled, “Thomas Cook India & SOTC Travel Curate Holidays Combining Year-End Celebrations with Immersive Experiences”. This is for your information and records. Thank you. Yours faithfully, For Thomas Cook (India) Limited Amit J. Parekh Company Secretary and Compliance Officer Encl: a/a Thomas Cook India & SOTC Travel Curate Holidays Combining Year-End Celebrations with Immersive Experiences • From New Year celebrations in Australia and winter festivities in Europe to premium island escapes and spiritual journeys in India, the portfolio brings together distinctive ways to welcome the New Year • Unique group escorted tours with departures from key metros, alongside customised holidays co-curated around individual customer preferences Mumbai, October 30, 2026: New Year travel is evolving beyond the traditional midnight countdown, with Indian travellers increasingly looking to combine end of year celebrations with distinctive destination experiences. From spectacular fireworks and summer adventures in Australia and New Zealand to winter festivities in Europe, cultural celebrations across Asia and immersive cruise journeys, travellers are exploring new ways to celebrate the year gone by and welcome the year ahead. Recognizing this growing trend, Thomas Cook (India) Limited, India’s leading omnichannel travel services company, and its Group Company, SOTC Travel, have curated a portfolio of domestic and international holidays spanning Australia and New Zealand, Europe, Asia, the Middle East, India and the Arctic, alongside luxury ocean and expedition cruises. Thomas Cook India and SOTC Travel offer a range of year-end holidays through ready-to-book, air- inclusive group tours and customised holidays tailored to individual preferences. Spanning domestic and international destinations, the portfolio brings together seasonal highlights and distinctive experiences for families, couples, friends and multi-generational groups, with options ranging from New Year celebrations and sightseeing to cultural discovery and immersive destination experiences. Australia & New Zealand: A summer New Year with immersive experiences For travellers seeking a different way to ring in the New Year, Australia and New Zealand offer the appeal of summer holidays, scenic landscapes and outdoor adventures. Australia’s iconic cities come alive with spectacular fireworks and waterfront celebrations. In Sydney, travellers can enjoy an elevated New Year’s Eve experience at Water’s Edge Sydney, combining a spectacular harbour setting with a bespoke New Year’s Eve menu, a four-course gourmet dinner, a late-night snack station and a 6.5-hour beverage package featuring champagne on arrival, wine, beer, soft drinks and juices. Melbourne offers a lively waterfront celebration in South Wharf, with a DJ, a vibrant party atmosphere and views of the midnight fireworks over the Yarra River, while the Gold Coast brings the excitement of New Year’s Eve at Surfers Paradise. Combination festive departures are also available, offering travellers more ways to explore Australia over the holiday season. New Zealand complements the experience with its summer landscapes, outdoor pursuits and scenic escapes, making the region an appealing choice for travellers looking to combine year-end celebrations with a longer holiday. Europe: Winter Festivities, Alpine Escapes and the Northern Lights Europe offers a distinctive year-end atmosphere, with festive markets, illuminated streets, seasonal gastronomy and celebrations across some of its most iconic cities. Destinations such as London, Paris, Vienna, Prague and Germany’s historic towns bring together Christmas markets, cultural attractions and winter experiences, while Switzerland and Austria offer snow-covered Alpine landscapes, scenic rail journeys, mountain stays and winter sports. Greece provides a different perspective, with its historic landmarks, coastal settings and cultural experiences adding variety to multi-country European itineraries. For travellers seeking a more extraordinary winter escape, the Arctic offers the opportunity to witness the Northern Lights across destinations such as Finland, Norway, Sweden and Iceland. Beyond Aurora viewing, experiences include husky and reindeer sledding, snowmobile excursions, snowshoeing and stays in distinctive accommodation such as glass igloos and Arctic cabins. These journeys combine seasonal landscapes with immersive experiences, making them an appealing option for couples, families and travellers seeking something beyond conventional sightseeing. Asia and Beyond: Cultural Discoveries and Distinctive Celebrations Across Asia, year-end travel brings together cultural traditions, vibrant city experiences, local cuisine and opportunities to explore destinations at a more immersive pace. Japan offers a distinctive New Year experience, with traditional temple visits and Hatsumode, the first shrine or temple visit of the year, alongside its contemporary city attractions. Across Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, Singapore and Vietnam, New Year celebrations take on a more festive and social character, with gala dinners, entertainment and city celebrations forming part of the holiday experience. Multi-country combinations such as Singapore-Malaysia and Vietnam- Bali further allow travellers to turn the year-end break into a longer holiday. Dubai and Abu Dhabi offer another popular combination of festive celebrations, dining, entertainment and spectacular city experiences, while Azerbaijan and Georgia bring together winter landscapes, heritage, local cuisine and cultural exploration along with New year celebrations. Domestic Holidays: Premium Island Escapes, Scenic Getaways and Spiritual Experiences For travellers looking to celebrate the year-end closer to home, India offers a diverse range of holiday experiences. Lakshadweep is emerging as an attractive choice for travellers seeking a premium island holiday without travelling overseas. To make the destination more accessible, Thomas Cook India and SOTC Travel have introduced direct charter flights from Bengaluru to Lakshadweep for the year-end season, offering travellers a convenient and seamless way to reach the island destination. Bhutan is another highlight, with special charter departures from Mumbai offering convenient access to the Himalayan kingdom and its monasteries, mountain scenery and distinctive cultural experiences. Other popular destinations include the Andamans, Kerala, Rajasthan and Sri Lanka, offering a choice of island holidays, backwater experiences, heritage trails and scenic escapes. Spiritual tourism is also gaining momentum, with travellers seeking meaningful, faith-led experiences across India to end the year. Pilgrimage circuits and temple towns such as Char Dham, Mahakaleshwar Temple in Ujjain, Tirupati and Vaishno Devi continue to attract devotees looking to combine travel with prayer, reflection and spiritual discovery. Celebration at sea Cruises offer an alternative way to combine New Year celebrations with destination exploration, bringing accommodation, dining, entertainment and multiple destinations together within one journey. Onboard gala dinners, live entertainment, festive celebrations and ocean views create a memorable setting for welcoming the New Year, while port calls offer opportunities to explore destinations along the route. From Sou [Showing first 8,000 characters — download PDF for full document]