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Solo Travel for Women

This new collection of women-only small group journeys brings curious travellers together through culture, shared experiences and genuine discovery. These tours are designed for women who want to explore comfortably and confidently while enjoying the companionship of like-minded travellers. Led by dedicated female trip leaders, each itinerary blends culture-rich highlights with hands-on activities that spotlight the creativity and stories of women around the world, from meeting Busan’s remarkable Haenyeo divers to discovering Sri Lanka’s Barefoot Gallery.

Small groups, centrally located stays, paired-solo rooming options, daily breakfast and a mix of included lunches or dinners make these journeys relaxed and supportive. These tours are ideal for women who want all the advantages of solo travel with the ease of travelling alongside a small group. If you’re searching for a trip that blends learning, connection and the freedom to travel solo without feeling alone, these journeys are a wonderful place to begin.

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Discover itineraries that balance cultural highlights with hands-on experiences guided by female experts. Each journey includes centrally located stays, daily breakfast, selected lunches or dinners and paired-solo rooming options. Group sizes are kept small to ensure space, comfort and genuine connection as you explore with like-minded women.

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Japan & South Korea | Women Only

From $8,395 pp
13 day
Asia
Sep-Oct 26 & Mar-Oct 27
Travel through Japan and South Korea on a women-only journey designed to highlight culture, connection and shared discovery. Explore Tokyo, Hakone, Kyoto and Hiroshima before crossing to Busan, Andong and Seoul, with a female guide leading the way. Along the route you’ll enjoy hands-on activities, meet local women and experience meaningful moments that reveal the stories and traditions of both countries in a supportive small-group setting.
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Highlights
Small, intimate group experience – no more than 20 women
Obanzai-style Home Meal cooking class
Japanese Pottery Class in Kiyomizu, Kyoto
Meet a Haenyeo - a traditional ‘sea women’ in Busan
10 nights in 3 and 4 star hotels
1 night in a Traditional Japanese Ryokan & 1 night in a Traditional Korean Hanok Stay
Fully escorted by a dedicated female tour leader
From$8,395pp
Ella Train - Image by Matt Dany on Unsplash

Sri Lanka | Women Only

Solo Women's Only
From $3,595 pp
14 day
Sri Lanka
Sep-Dec 26, Jan-Dec 27
Explore Sri Lanka on a women-only small group journey created for comfort, connection and cultural insight. Enjoy women-led craft and cooking experiences, time set aside for wellness, a scenic hill country rail trip and wildlife viewing in Yala. With handpicked stays and a relaxed pace, this tour is designed for women who appreciate thoughtful travel and the chance to experience a destination through its people and traditions.
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Highlights
Small, intimate group experience – no more than 16 women
Visit women-led art spaces and workshops celebrating Sri Lanka’s vibrant craftsmanship
Discover authentic flavors with women guiding you through spice, curd, and cooking traditions.
Visit Barefoot Gallery, a vibrant showcase of art, textiles and crafts by local women artisans
Visit a traditional Sri Lankan mask-making workshop where women artisans keep alive a centuries-old craft
Enjoy a private jeep safari in Yala National Park
Scenic train ride, sightseeing tour of Nuwara Eliya, and more!
From$3,595pp
Hanoi Vietnam - Image by Eirik Skarstein on Unsplash

Vietnam | Women Only

Solo Women's Only
From $2,495 pp
10 day
Vietnam
Sep-Dec 26, Mar-Dec 27
Experience Vietnam on a women-only small group journey designed for comfort, connection and cultural depth. Explore HanoiÂ’s character-filled streets, cruise among the limestone formations of Halong Bay, wander the historic lanes of Hoi An and uncover the stories of HueÂ’s Imperial City. Along the way youÂ’ll meet women artisans through local social enterprises, creating meaningful encounters that enrich your understanding of the people and traditions that shape Vietnam.
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Highlights
Small, intimate group experience – no more than 16 women
Visit women-led art spaces and workshops celebrating Vietnam's vibrant craftsmanship
Discover authentic flavors with women guiding you through the secrets of Vietnamese cuisine
Fully escorted by a dedicated female tour leader
Sightseeing including entry fees as per itinerary
From$2,495pp
Red Dao Sapa - Image by Tamara Babenko on Unsplash

Vietnam and Sapa | Women Only

Solo Women's Only
From $3,245 pp
13 day
Vietnam & Sapa
Sep-Dec 26, Mar-Dec 27
Explore Vietnam on a women-only small group journey designed for comfort, connection and cultural immersion. Wander the ancient streets of Hanoi and Hoi An, cruise among the limestone formations of Halong Bay and uncover the stories of HueÂ’s Imperial City. Travel north to Sapa for two nights in the mountains, where youÂ’ll visit a local family home, help prepare a traditional Red Dao dinner and enjoy a guided trek through the regionÂ’s scenic valleys. Throughout the tour youÂ’ll meet women artisans through social enterprise projects, creating meaningful encounters that deepen your understanding of VietnamÂ’s people and traditions.
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Highlights
Small, intimate group experience – no more than 16 women
Visit women-led art spaces and workshops celebrating Vietnam's vibrant craftsmanship
Discover authentic flavors with women guiding you through the secrets of Vietnamese cuisine
Fully escorted by a dedicated female tour leader
Tả Phìn Village & Red Dao women’s cooperative
Sapa Trek & Traditional Red Dao herbal bath and massage
From$3,245pp
Jodhpur - Image by Varun Gaba on Unsplash

India Small Group Solos | Women Only

Solo Women's Only
From $7,695 pp
15 day
India
Oct-Dec 26, Jan-Apr 27
Experience India on a women-only small group journey that blends comfort, culture and meaningful connection. Enjoy women-led craft workshops, hands-on cooking experiences, local encounters that support community empowerment and time devoted to wellness and reflection. With a relaxed pace and thoughtful guiding throughout, this itinerary offers a supportive and inspiring way for women to explore IndiaÂ’s rich traditions and vibrant daily life.
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Highlights
Small, intimate group experience – no more than 16 women
Take a Pink City rickshaw ride driven by women, for a unique cultural experience that also promotes local empowerment
Meet the Spice Girls of Rajasthan, a sister duo from Jodhpur turning a family spice stall into a celebrated women-led business
Celebrate women-led traditional arts while immersing yourself in hands-on cultural heritage
Train from Varanasi to Agra & Internal flight Udaipur to Delhi
Fully escorted by a dedicated female tour leader
From$7,695pp
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