The Amazon to Machu Picchu escape is an immersive journey that plants you deep in the pounding heart of Peru! The rainforest seemingly vibrates with life, as does the ground below, with mystical history. The treasures are found in an offering to the Earth Mother (Pachamama), dark chocolate, buzzy markets, brilliant macaws and the woven secrets of the Sacred Valley. In the canopies above, watch for the blur of toucans and macaws streaking through the trees in a rainbow smudge. Let’s not forget about the swinging antics of spider monkeys and curious capuchins. At night, an orchestra of croaking frogs swallows up the darkness. By the river’s edge, the red gleam of a caiman’s eyes will meet your own in equal surprise! Prepare for a serious sensory experience. The tart tang of your first pisco sour at an interactive cooking class will be permanently locked into your taste bud memory. The spicy soups, fried plantains, empanadas and curious fruits (custard apple! Lúcuma) of the colourful market will definitely shake up your grocery store aisle routine. And let’s not forget about the bean-to-bar chocolate making workshop! Whether you are lost in the grandeur of The Temple of Qoricancha or transfixed by the otherworldly beauty of Machu Picchu itself, this experience will stay in your mind’s hard drive forever.

Join AdventureWomen for a cultural and high-energy journey through Japan, enjoying delicious Japanese feasts, exploring ancient traditions, hiking the ancient trails of the Kumano Kodo, relaxing in hot springs, and meeting Japanese women – from priestesses to pearl divers! Your journey begins in Kyoto where you’ll meet your fellow AdventureWomen travelers, and enjoy a lively welcome dinner sharing stories about why each of you is excited to explore Japan. You’ll meet your guide versed in Japan’s culture, traditions, history, and cuisine. You are also accompanied by an AdventureWomen Ambassador, committed to helping make your experience a fun and personally rewarding adventure, and cheering you on as you reach beyond your comfort zone to take on new challenges in your own unique way!

Walking Costabrava is excited to bring you this stunning hiking trip of Spain's eastern shores, along the magnificent Costa Brava. Just one hour north of the vibrant city of Barcelona, the Costa Brava captures the essence of the Mediterranean coastline without the masses of visitors. Its name means ‘rugged coast’, and it is indeed just that: hidden coves with white sand, plunging cliffs, crystalline waters, pine trees, and charming fishing villages. Be prepared to work hard for your vistas but the reward is more than worth the effort! Walk, breathe, feel, and experience the nature and history of our trail, dotted with castles, lighthouses and fishermen’s huts. Bring out the art lover in you and immerse in Salvador Dali’s eclectic and surreal world. Kick back at the end of each day‘s walk and enjoy our handpicked rural/boutique hotels and inns situated in unique surroundings and not forgetting, of course, that the Costa Brava is a food lover’s paradise. Come, let us tantalize all your senses… This hiking trip of Spain will offer you the opportunity to explore, on foot, the century-old culture, rural lifestyles and tempting culinary delights. It is a unique adventure of “undiscovered” gems. Bring your sense of adventure to this trip of a lifetime.

Considered to be one of the most attractive countries in the world to visit, Japan is a timeless place where ancient traditions collide with modern life, and travelling with a small group of like-minded women is the best way to experience it! On this womens trip in Japan, be immersed in the ritual of a tea ceremony, admire the beauty of garden designs, try on a Kimono, or wear a Yukata on your way to a relaxing soak at a natural hot springs pool in a traditional Japanese inn, sample unique cuisine – YUM! Ride a bullet train, hear stories about Shoguns and Samurai, meet a Geisha, have a farm to table lunch at a country farmhouse, explore Japan’s fascinating cities day and evening. Dive into the details of this tailor-made tour and join Broad Escapes this fall for this culturally immersive tour to Japan.

Get to know a beautiful country and its trailblazing women. Intrepid Travel's new Women's Expedition to Pakistan offers mature solo travelers a rare opportunity to travel thorough this country with a local female leader. On this women's trip to Pakistan, you will experince life from the perspective of local women. See the communities and landscapes associated with the hallowed Karakoram and Hindu Kush mountains and meet pioneering women working on female empowerment projects throughout the region. Trek to alpine lakes, ancient glaciers and the remnants of ruined empires, then witness the evolution of modern Pakistan in the country’s capital of Islamabad. Highlights of this adventure include:

• Attending a unique, female-only salon, owned by a local women and operated out of her home in Gulmit, a town that has existed for hundreds of years and is surrounded by mountains and glaciers.
• Spending time with the inspiring women working to empower their communities through local projects including carpet-weaving, cooking classes and cafes.
• Immersing yourself in remote mountain villages while staying overnight and sharing food and stories with a local family.

From cooking classes to village homestays, this women’s trip Pakistan will have you sharing more than just photographs.  

The San Juan Islands, located off the coast of Washington State, are known as one of the most spectacular island archipelagos in the country. Craggy coasts, deep blue-green waters with abundant sea-life, and pastoral landscapes abound. Known as one of the best sea kayaking places in America, it also offers interesting small towns, a rich human history, diverse marine and bird wildlife, scenic hiking, and an opportunity to look for wildlife on a boat tour. Our trip starts and ends in Seattle and if you have never visited Washington in July, you'll find out why everyone falls in love with it.

Join Isabelle Fish for a restorative and enriching craft and gourmet getaway for women with an appetite for the good life. Indulge in art and food on this womens retreat to Prince Edward County, Ontario with Rue Pigalle. Guests will learn how to make "imperfect” clay objects that perfectly fit our life, cook and share “imperfect” fresh farm food, discover studios and makers, enjoy al fresco dinners and weave new friendships. It's a ceramic making retreat where you'll recharge and find your joy.

"We know that living with craft objects gives a new dimension and richness to our daily life. Wouldn’t you agree that the first cup of coffee tastes differently when it is sipped from a cup made by hands that threw and raised the clay, sanded it, glazed it, fired it? There is a small imperfection on the cup’s wall that perfectly fits your finger - every morning, unconsciously, you look for it when cradling the cup to bring it to your lips; a comforting sign, a reassuring predictability that says the day ahead will be alright."

Sacred Earth Journeys has curated an educational and immersive womens trip of Italy. The trip is led by bestselling author, filmmaker, mythologist, and veteran tour leader Phil Cousineau. For centuries, Italy has personified the pursuit of the simple pleasures:casual walks along medieval cobble streets, soulful conversation over in historic cafes, live music in centuries-old churches, unforgettable encounters with Italian art, and, of course, delectable food and world-class wine. Whether this is your first visit to the country or you have enjoyed la dolce vita before, this womens trip of Italy is an opportunity to experience the region from a new perspective. Each morning begins with an in depth discussion - a practice that Phil has developed for his tours since the 80s called "The Long Conversation". These discussions are inspried by his years of working with famed mythologist Joseph Campbell, and can help set the context and mood for each day’s encounters with the widespread beauty and languorous pace of Italian life. Join Phil on an adventure through one of the world's most artistic regions - visit the great masterpieces and artisans' workshops, marvel at brilliant architecture, and indulge in culinary delights and cooking classes. This trip will take you through cities of historical importance, such as Rome, Assisi, Florence, Padua and Verona.

Clear your plate for flavour-filled Morocco, where Berber, Arabic and European influences mix to create an adventurous culinary medley. On this 12-day journey, follow the smell of food through mesmerising markets and master recipes taught by those that know them best. Take a handful of bustling medinas, mix with a sprinkling of spices and season with fresh local produce, all drizzled with warm Moroccan hospitality for an adventure that will linger long on the tongue and in the memory.

Not only is Israel and the Palestinian Territories steeped in religious history and longstanding cultures, it has a food and wine scene to rival any other. Embark on an epicurean odyssey, spending nine days exploring the sights and sounds of this country, with a focus on memorable and local culinary experiences. Indulging on daily sights and feasting on the history and culture surrounding you, both your hunger for the best food and your mind for the most authentic experiences will be filled.

Eating and drinking are two of the most compelling reasons to visit the Gers department, considered the heart of Gascony. We’ll visit farmers’ markets, take an all day, hands-on cooking workshop in an idyllic medieval village, visit family run winners and Armagnac distilleries, tour beautiful châteaux, visit local farms, ancient abbeys, and dine at dine at charming restaurants offering outstanding, rustic cuisine. 2024 tour dates coming soon!

The Basque Country is located in the western Pyrenees Mountains straddling France and Spain. We will visit unique villages, including Espelette, and San Sebastian, tour exhibitions at the Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao, wander colorful farmers' markets, and dine at distinctively local restaurants.