Indian Women Become Travel Trailblazers, Redefining Industry Norms

As of October 13th, 2025, Indian women are emerging as the true "trip architects" for their households, redefining the travel industry. A recent report reveals that 73% of respondents believe women today play a more active role in trip planning than ever before.

The survey findings show that four in ten women are now more actively involved in travel decisions compared to the past, while a third (33%) often take the lead in planning and booking trips for their families or groups. Another 16% said they typically plan most trips.

This growing involvement of women in travel signals a broader cultural transformation. Whether it is for leisure, self-discovery, wellness, or milestone celebrations, Indian women aged 26 to 55 are claiming the front seat in the travel landscape. Fuelling this movement is the rise of women-led groups and solo travel, which are challenging traditional norms.

"Women-led groups are growing. In Goa, bachelorette parties are a huge market. In Varanasi, older women travel in groups for spiritual reasons," says Pranav Dangi, founder of The Hosteller. Solo travel is also on the rise, with nearly 70% of solo bookers at The Hosteller's Delhi location being women.

As Indian women take charge of their travel experiences, the industry must adapt to cater to their preferences and priorities. This shift represents a significant market opportunity that hospitality brands, tour operators, and destinations cannot afford to ignore.