As solo and small-group travel among women continues to grow, Tauck is introducing three women-only departures in Europe for 2026, each operating as a Small Group journey and designed to foster connection, cultural immersion and shared discovery. The special departures in Ireland, Italy and Portugal are now open for booking.
“The response to our ‘Cruise Control: A Riverboat Retreat for Women in Travel’ affirmed what we were already seeing across the industry—women are seeking travel experiences that offer not just discovery, but genuine connection and community,” said Tauck CEO Jennifer Tombaugh.
“Whether it’s mothers and daughters marking a milestone, sisters planning a long-awaited journey, friends reuniting for a special getaway, or solo travelers looking to connect with like-minded women, these departures offer another layer—a built-in sense of ease, encouragement, and belonging.”
Each of the three departures will be led by a female Tauck Director and is a Small Group journey, averaging between 20 and 24 guests, offering an intimate and supportive travel environment. The departures are scheduled consecutively in late September and October 2026, allowing guests the option to extend their travels across multiple journeys.
Guests will enjoy insider access and exclusive cultural experiences—from private estate lunches and vineyard tastings to elegant stays in historic castles and boutique hotels—alongside expert guides who reveal each destination’s hidden treasures.
The 2026 women-only departures
A Week In…Ireland, 23 September: This eight-day itinerary includes a two-night stay at 16th-century Dromoland Castle, visits to the Cliffs of Moher and Blarney Castle, a private recital at Saint Fin Barre’s Cathedral, and a hands-on cooking experience at Ballyknocken House. Time in Kinsale and Dublin invites exploration balanced with guided insight. (From $7,890 USD per person, double occupancy, plus airfare).
A Week In Piedmont, 1 October: This itinerary features truffle hunting in the Langhe hills, a wine tasting lunch at Banca del Vino, an exclusive early opening visit to La Venaria Reale, and a chef-hosted cooking class. Stays include two nights at the historic Principi di Piemonte in Turin before continuing to Il Boscareto Resort & Spa and concluding along Lake Maggiore at the iconic Grand Hotel des Iles Borromées in Stresa. (From $8,390 USD per person, double occupancy, plus airfare).
A Week in Portugal, 10 October: Highlights include a Port house tour and tasting in Porto, exploration of Coimbra and Évora, visits to Sintra and Cascais, and a private dinner at 18th-century Palácio de Queluz. Guests stays include the Praia D’El Rey Marriott Golf & Beach Resort near Óbidos, the restored 15th-century Convento do Espinheiro in Évora, and the elegant Tivoli Avenida Liberdade Lisboa. (From $7,190 USD per person, double occupancy, plus airfare).
Included in the price of all three departures are airport transfers, hand-selected accommodation, most meals, exclusive access experiences and expert local guides.
Photos courtesy of Tauck
