Why join a Women-only Small Group Tour?

Here’s why a women-only small group tour or retreat might be the perfect first step if you’re not quite ready to travel solo.

If you’ve ever found yourself scrolling through dreamy travel photos, heart aching with wanderlust but stomach knotting with anxiety, you’re not alone. For many women over 40, even the idea of solo travel is both thrilling and terrifying. Maybe you’re recently divorced, the kids have flown the nest, your partner doesn’t share your travel bug, or you simply have no one to travel with. You’ve worked hard and built a life of independence, and now? You’re ready to claim a little adventure of your own.

But here’s the thing: wanting to travel solo and feeling confident enough to actually do it are two very different things.

The Real Reasons You’re Holding Back from Solo Travelling (And Why It’s Totally Normal)

Let’s get real. Planning a solo trip can be intimidating. The “what-ifs” creep in quickly:

• What if something goes wrong and I’m alone?
• What if I get lost or scammed?
• What if I don’t feel safe?
• What if I’m lonely?

On top of that, there’s the planning fatigue – researching destinations, finding safe and inspiring places to stay, working out transport and activities – and let’s not even talk about the language barriers or cultural unknowns.

You don’t want to join a big, impersonal group tour full of younger partygoers. Nor do you want to bare your soul in an Eat-Pray-Love situation while detoxing over green juices and singing Kumbaya at sunrise. You want something in between, where you can explore, relax, and have fun, enjoying authentic experiences with good people over good food and good vibes. Women over 40, 50, and 60 are among the most overlooked groups of women in travel, and I am here to change that.

Enter: A bespoke luxury women-only small group tour & retreat experience tailored just for YOU.

Solo Kiwi Ventures small-group tours & retreats are specifically created for women over 40 who are ready to prioritise themselves and their dreams but still want a soft landing. Whether you’re a high-powered professional needing a reset, a newly solo woman discovering her own rhythm again, or someone ready to do something for you for once, these experiences are your ideal starting point.

Our bespoke travel experiences, women-only small group tours and retreats are designed to build your travel confidence, connect you with like-minded souls, and offer the perfect mix of freedom, fun, and meaningful moments – all without feeling overwhelmed.

Here’s what you can expect:

Zero planning stress. From hand-picked accommodations to cultural excursions and downtime to relax, everything is taken care of. You just have to turn up.

A range of itineraries tailored for you: Ranging from almost all-inclusive, pre-planned options to multi-destination options with open itineraries. With either option, you receive full support for your day-to-day planning.

Safety and support. You’ll always have someone to turn to, whether it’s me as your host or the other amazing women on the journey. You’ll never feel alone unless you want to be.

Luxury meets adventure. We don’t rough it. Think 5-star villas, spa days, and sunset cocktails—balanced with time in nature, a dash of cultural exploration, and trying something that pushes your comfort zone (in the best way).

Freedom to Be Yourself – Women often experience less stress and more freedom to be themselves while travelling with only other women.

Connection without pressure. Our groups are small, with a maximum of 8-9 women, allowing for genuine, authentic friendships to form. You’ll laugh lots and create memories that last a lifetime.

Why This Is The Confidence-Builder You’ve Been Looking For

After attending one of my tours or retreats, the most common thing women say to me is, “I never thought I could do this.” That sense of empowerment is priceless. You leave not just with great photos, but with:

• A renewed sense of self, reconnected to your own needs, desires, and dreams.
• No stress, no pressure, just real adventures with real people
• New friendships with women who truly get you.
• The confidence to one day travel solo, or at least never again let fear hold you back.

Because the truth is that once you’ve done one of these trips, the world doesn’t seem so big and scary. You realise you can step out of your comfort zone and survive and thrive.

So… Should You Come on a women-only small group tour or retreat?

If you’ve been craving something more with your life – more freedom, more connection, more time for you – then yes. Whether you choose our barefoot-luxury escape to Aitutaki, snorkelling with turtles in Rarotonga, our soul-nourishing journey to Bali, or a beach-loving adventure through the Gili Islands, you’ll be welcomed into a small, supportive group of women and reminded of just how capable and adventurous you really are.

You don’t have to do it all on your own. You just have to take the first step.

And we’ll be there, waiting to welcome you.