Intrepid unveils Women’s Expeditions in Peru, Cambodia & Bhutan

Intrepid Travel has released three new Women’s Expeditions in Peru, Cambodia and Bhutan.

Led by a local female leader, the new trips range from 8 to 11 days and feature unique, women-led activities that “break down gender barriers and support women-owned businesses, while delivering exceptional experiences to travellers,” the company said in a press release.

On the eight-day Peru Women’s Expedition, highlights include traversing the lesser-known Chinchero to Urquillos hike in the Peruvian Andes with an all-female crew.

In Cambodia, the eight-day itinerary features a street food tour with TukTuk Srey, a women-led TukTuk enterprise that exclusively employs female drivers.

While in Bhutan, the 11-day journey takes travellers through the Himalayas before they unwind with a traditional herbal hot stone bath at the women-owned Tshering Farmhouse.

The launch comes as more women seek travel experiences that offer deeper connection, community and cultural immersion, says Intrepid.

Women now make up over half of Intrepid travellers and the Women’s Expedition range grew by 32 per cent in 2025, with 77 per cent of travellers joining solo.

Designed specifically for women, the new trips also create space for connection, spark meaningful discussion and offer travellers rare insight into the lives of local women through immersive experiences, the company said.

“As we continue to evolve our Women’s Expeditions range, we’re prioritising destinations where tourism can deliver meaningful positive impact, while offering unique, women-led experiences for our travellers,” said Erika Kritikides, general manager of experiences at Intrepid Travel, in a press release.

“Travel has the power to create positive change, and we recognise that when women are empowered, it creates a ripple effect within the community. These trips support women tourism entrepreneurs and help break down gender barriers in the industry - and as women step forward, they’re holding the door open for others to follow.”

“We remain committed to working closely with our local teams to support these women and advance gender equality in tourism.”

Intrepid’s Women’s Expedition range now spans eight adventures globally, including India, Morocco, Nepal, Saudi Arabia and Turkey.

Globally, women represent 36 per cent of Intrepid trip leaders, with the company aiming to reach 40 per cent by 2030 as it continues to expand its portfolio of women-led experiences.

These latest trips will directly develop 12 women-led experiences and support eight new women-owned businesses, says Intrepid.

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