Certain places offer women-friendly accommodations, including ashrams, hostels, and guesthouses. Here’s a list of safe and budget-friendly destinations for Solo Travel for Women in India and abroad.
- Rishikesh, Uttarakhand
If you are in for some spiritual experience, you can visit Rishikesh. It is known to be a hub for various yoga and meditation centres and adventure activities at affordable prices. The road conditions are excellent, and one can travel easily by car.
- Udaipur, Rajasthan
Want a historical trip? Udaipur is the place. It has magnificent temples, palaces and a wide range of music and dance forms. Locals are quite friendly, and Udaipur is quite safe for women. One can hire a car or travel by car to reach Udaipur.
- Pondicherry
If you want to benefit from natural remedies, you can visit the various Ayurveda centres in Pondicherry. Apart from this, the city is known for its historic and colourful streets and buildings. The roads are well-maintained, and one can travel by car.
- Sundarbans, West Bengal
If you want to witness the majestic wildlife of India, then Sundarbans is the place for you. It is home to the Royal Bengal tigers and known for its mangroves. Most people prefer to take their cars while traveling here.
- Nepal
Nepal is the abode of the Himalayas. To enter Nepal, Indians don’t need a visa or passport. They only need to apply for a Bhansar permit for their vehicle. - Bhutan
With its low crime rates and overall safety, Bhutan is a must-visit travel destination for women. One can immerse themselves in a spiritual experience with Bhutan’s monasteries and religious festivals. One must have valid ID proof (passport or Voter ID card), a driver’s license, and other car-related documents. To get a driving permit, visit the Regional Transport Office in Phuentsholing.
- Sri Lanka
With its rich history and deep-rooted connection with India, Sri Lanka is a must-visit destination. For a foreigner to get a driving license and permit in Sri Lanka, they need to head to the local RTO (Road Transport Office) with their driving license and forms like a Form 4A Application, a valid Passport, a valid Visa (where applicable), a valid air ticket (for verification) and proof of Indian Nationality.
- Malaysia
One needs to have an international driving license issued in India to travel in and around Malaysia. It has a diverse and multicultural society and is known to be quite friendly and resourceful.
Solo traveling for women is one step closer to the journey of self-discovery. Go out, explore, and rejoice in the tranquilities of life while traveling. Be bright, plan, and remember- there’s a new adventure waiting for you.
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