Tauck Launches New Women-Only Travel Experiences in Europe

Tauck is introducing three women-only departures in Europe for 2026; each is operated as a Small Group journey to Ireland, Italy and Portugal and are now open for booking.

Each departure will be led by a female Tauck Director and will average between 20 and 24 guests. Scheduled consecutively in late September and October 2026, the departures also allow travellers the option to combine more than one itinerary for an extended European experience.

Designed around the idea that how you travel matters as much as where you travel, the women-only departures feature Tauck’s signature itineraries and inclusions, enhanced by the shared perspective of travelling with a group of women.

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 bring each destination to life.

“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 travellers looking to connect with like-minded women, these departures offer another layer—a built-in sense of ease, encouragement, and belonging.”

The 2026 Women Only Departures are:

A Week In… Ireland, September 23: An immersive journey through Ireland’s castles, coastlines and cobblestone towns, 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, October 1: This indulgent retreat in Italy’s slow-food heartland 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, set amid the vineyards of Serralunga d’Alba, 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, October 10: From Porto’s historic riverfront to Lisbon’s grand avenues, this journey blends wine traditions, UNESCO World Heritage sites and coastal charm. Highlights include a Port house tour and tasting in Porto, exploration of Coimbra and Évora, visits to Sintra and Cascais, and a private farewell 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 accommodations, most meals, exclusive access experiences and expert local guides.

For more information, travel advisors may contact groupsales@tauck.com or call 800.241.1365.