Planning a Solo Woman Trip to Historical Places in India
Many women would love to travel alone to savour the feeling of independence in everything they do on a trip. If you are the solo type, plan your next trip to travel across historical places in India. The country is home to sites of tremendous historical significance spread across diverse geographical locations. This article offers practical guides for a solo woman trip worth picking up by every travel enthusiast. It also lists facts about India, including the country’s cultural, historical, and geographical aspects.
Facts About India Worth Knowing
- Home to 40 World Heritage Sites; placed sixth in world rankings
- The country’s 28 states and 9 Union territories have their distinctive cultures and festivals
- Despite being a Hindu-majority country, India is home to the highest number of active mosques compared to any Muslim-majority country in the world
- One of the countries that experience all major climatic seasons, including summer, winter, and monsoon (rainy season)
- Before the pandemic in 2019, nearly 11 million foreign tourists visited India
Decide on the Destinations You Want to Visit
Planning is crucial in avoiding unexpected expenditures when on a solo woman trip. Jot down the historical places and list the ones you want to visit. Research the history of a place, its safety precautions, and fun activities you can do. Online reviews can be beneficial; log on to Reddit, Quora, and other forums. Based on such details, prioritise the places in your list, starting from the most desirable. This way, you can visit your favoured destination with enough resources.
Plan Your Trip Budget
Plan your budget based on the list you have created. Allocate the expenses for travel, accommodation and food, and personal purchases. Also, remember to set aside some amount for unexpected expenditures. Seek the help of friends who have already visited the places, or ask online. Also, keep some cash in hand, as most historical sites may not have facilities for online payment.
Book Travel and Hotel Tickets
Once you select the historical places in India and prepare the budget for travel and accommodation, it is time to decide on the means to travel. Travel sites such as MakeMyTrip, Yatra, and Tripadvisor can help you in comparing and estimating your total travel costs. The same method is applicable for booking accommodation. Read online reviews and ratings of the places and hotels you choose. Further, having travel insurance, especially on a solo woman trip, is strongly recommended for a safe and memorable stay in a foreign land.
Start Packing Your Bags
Most of us often miss things while packing bags in a hurry, which is common among those embarking on a solo-woman trip. Besides causing undue inconvenience, leaving out things means extra expenses in purchases. Hence, pack your bag carefully, remembering to carry the bare minimum. Your clothes and shoes should not make your bags too heavy. Also, remember to bring your mobile charger and personal identity cards. A survey has found that 24% of people need portable chargers while travelling. Also, content creators should remember to carry their cameras and tripods.
Prioritise Your Safety
Always keep your safety kit handy on your solo woman trip, including your medical kit. Do not be overconfident, and prepare yourself for worst-case scenarios. A recent government survey found that 94% of women feel unsafe during solo travel and when staying in hotels alone. Though most historical places in India are safe to visit and adhere to all security arrangements for women, it is best to be ready for any untoward situation.
Enjoy the Best Moments of Your Journey
You are set to start your journey once everything is in order and ready. Here are some tips to make your trip to historical places even more engaging and memorable:
- Organise your trip so you can spend enough time in each place and enjoy. Select fewer places for a single trip and spend more time completing the journey.
- Avoid frequently using the camera for your Instagram posts, and enjoy the moment and place instead.
- Explore local foods and nearby places for extra fun and entertainment. Get involved in local activities and festivals if you get the chance.
The Abouther team wishes you the very best for your solo woman trip. Abouther is your online magazine and a platform to get information on everything that is transpiring in the women’s world on a daily basis.
