We do our best to answer all your questions before you travel with us. Please contact us if you have other concerns that are not addressed here.
What is included in the cost?
Each individual tour program specifies in the 'Included Features' section what is included in the tour. The cost always includes your accommodation, breakfast daily, excursions, activity instruction, local transportation, and services of your escort. Some trips also include lunches or dinners.
What are the accommodations like?
We stay in comfortable local hotels and lodges. Accommodations are based on twin-share occupancy, (with private facilities) but single supplement is available if desired. Our Asian tours all feature deluxe hotels. Our accommodations are centrally located in the places we visit offering the convenience of personal exploration during free time.
What will the food be like?
We feature both simple, nutritious local foods and gourmet meals, depending on the destination. We always try to vary the diet so that our participants can learn about and enjoy the local cuisine. When meals are not included, we make sure that there are a number of restaurants in the immediate area of our accommodation to give our passengers the chance to enjoy searching out local restaurant experiences.
Can I come alone?
Most of the women who travel with us book as a single person. We have implemented a Travel Buddy Search that allows you to search for a compatible room-mate, if desired. If you are travelling with a friend, you can of course share a room with them. It is part of our mission to provide women the opportunity to meet new friends while enjoying a wonderful travel experience.
How many people are in the group?
This depends on the program you select. Our groups are always small, however, from 10 to 18 participants.
What is the average age of your clients?
The average age of our clients is between 30 – 65 years of age. We have had ladies in their mid twenties and ladies into their 70's – the love of travel and adventure has no particular age. Each group generally has a mix of ages.
Who are the guides?
Our programs are escorted by a Canadian Woman Traveller staff member. Our team of ladies are all experienced tour escorts, they are well educated, speak the local language and make great travelling companions. We frequently hire local guides for specific touring or in particularly exotic locations where our escort may not speak the local language.
What type of women travel on your tours?
Our passengers are a very diverse range of women. They include single women, married women, divorcees and widows. They are women of all ages, and are often repeat customers. Our passengers come from across the country, from the USA, and some from other countries as well.
What kind of shape do I need to be in?
This depends on the trip you select. We accommodate women of different levels and abilities. Our walking tours are designed to suit all levels of walkers. You don't have to be in top shape, but you will enjoy it more if you are reasonably fit. Many women surprise themselves at their new-found strengths and abilities!
What kind of clothing should I pack?
We send you a complete trip dossier including a packing list when you reserve your trip with us.
How do I arrange transportation to meet up with the tour?
Canadian Woman Traveller is connected with a fully licensed travel agency. We are qualified travel agents and are able to assist with flight arrangements, if desired, to meet up with our tours. Our tour programs commence and end in, or near, transportation centres.
What if I want to arrive early or stay on after the trip?
We assist our passengers with additional hotel arrangements, as required.
How far in advance do I need to reserve my trip?
It is never too early to reserve your space on your trip of choice. Please call us or e-mail to reserve your place as we would not want you to be disappointed.
