There’s something uniquely thrilling about stepping outside your everyday life and setting off on an adventure with other women who get you. And for many older lesbians, that kind of connection isn’t just a bonus, it’s a lifeline.

Whether you're newly out or have been out for decades, finding the right older lesbian travel group can turn a vacation into a soul-nourishing experience, one where you feel seen, safe, and make lifelong friends, or even meet someone special – and the people you meet will stay in your life even once the trip ends.

Here are some tips to help you find the best lesbian travel group for your next chapter of adventure and real connection.  

1. Why Join an Older Lesbian Travel Group?
 

The Importance of Community in Travel

Traveling with a group of like-minded women isn’t just about convenience, it’s about belonging. Instead of isolation or invisibility, you get to share adventures with other lesbians. Laughing or flirting with like-minded women while you explore a cobblestone village, take a Greek cooking class or soak in hot springs together really changes the experience. 

Older lesbian travel groups create a deep psychological safety that allows you to let your guard down. You don’t have to explain yourself. You don’t have to wonder if you’ll be misunderstood. You can just be, and that’s powerful.

Just coming out, bisexual, or exploring your sexual identity? Most older lesbian travel groups welcome all women interested in women, so you won’t feel left out. 

2. Best Older Lesbian Travel Groups to Consider

Popular Lesbian Travel Companies & CGF Options

While Conscious Girlfriend Academy isn’t a travel company, we do offer Lesbian Retreats and Events. And one of our members is the founder of Lesbian Getaways, which offers boutique trips to Costa Rica, Greece, and other exciting destinations. 

Lesbian Getaways’ Greece trips are really special, because the founder Jody Potiker partners with a Greek lesbian archaeologist with extensive knowledge of Greek sacred sites. She also takes lesbians to the International Women’s Festival in Skala Eressos, Sappho’s birthplace, each September. It’s a life-changing experience to take over a picturesque, unspoiled Greek island village with 1000 or more lesbians from many different countries. Everywhere you look, there we are!

Because lesbians have been traveling to Skala Eressos since the 1970s, the locals have come to accept us. So, everywhere you go, especially in September, you’ll see women holding hands or even kissing in public. You can dance with women everywhere in town, and the tiny seafront village has three lesbian bars, which is more than most major cities have these days!

Of course, if you’re looking for bigger crowds and an all-inclusive resort or cruise, Olivia is the big name in lesbian travel. But there are also many smaller lesbian travel companies which you can find by joining some of the many lesbian and queer travel groups on Facebook. 

Olivia vacations and cruises have a lot of couples, but still plenty of singles, too. Many other older lesbian travel groups are mostly singles, but that doesn’t make it a pickup scene. 

Lesbian travel companies understand the nuances of lesbian identity and prioritize comfort, safety, and celebration. You can choose a more dance- and party-oriented trip or a trip focused on learning, spirituality, cultural experiences, or whatever your soul needs most.

One of the older single lesbians we met in Greece goes on cruise after cruise all year long. She’s a retired teacher who books far in advance, so she says it barely costs more than staying home.

Specialty Groups for Single or Coupled Travelers

Whether you’re hoping to meet new friends, explore new romantic possibilities, or just share experiences with others, there are single lesbian travel groups geared toward connection. These trips offer social mixers, shared accommodations, and plenty of opportunities to bond organically.

On the flip side, if you’re traveling with a partner, a lesbian couples retreat might be just the thing. Imagine guided workshops on intimacy and communication by day, and candlelit dinners under the stars by night. It’s not just a vacation, it’s an investment in your love story. 

3. What to Look for in a Lesbian Travel Group

Safety & Inclusivity

Look for older lesbian travel groups that are lesbian-owned and run. They’ll look out for you and your needs everywhere you go, because they truly get it, and for them, a lesbian trip isn’t just a business – it’s as personal for them as it is for you. 

For deeper support beyond travel, check out our Lesbian Community and Support page, where you’ll find year-round spaces for healing, friendship, and belonging.

Destinations & Activities

From the wine regions of California to the fjords of Norway, there are so many lesbian-friendly destinations to explore. Think about the kind of pace and setting that lights you up: Are you craving stillness in nature? A bustling queer pride festival in a European city? A quiet beach with a good book?

Adventure tours for queer women often include hiking, kayaking, or biking, while more relaxed itineraries might feature cooking classes, hot springs, or museum visits. Many trips offer a little of both, so you can stretch and rest in equal measure. 

4. How to Prepare for Your Lesbian Travel Experience

Packing Essentials for Lesbian Travel

Of course, lesbian travel requires all the same necessities as any other travel - comfy shoes, cute outfits, travel-safe medications and supplements, a light scarf for layering, and copies of important documents. Don’t forget your favorite journal, too. After all, some of the biggest internal shifts can happen while you're outwardly exploring.

Connecting with Fellow Travelers Before the Trip

Most lesbian travel groups offer a private Facebook or Whatsapp group, or pre-trip Zoom calls, so you can get to know your new companions ahead of time. Even a quick hello before the journey begins can ease those “first day of camp” jitters.

In her Lesbian Getaways trips, lesbian travel professional Jody Potiker incorporates fun exercises to make sure everyone feels connected every step of the way. 

If you’re part of the Conscious Girlfriend community, our Lesbian Conscious Dating Guide and Courses for Lesbian and Queer Women can also be wonderful ways to build confidence and emotional resilience before stepping into group settings. 

5. Alternatives: Solo Travel & Mixed Queer Travel Groups

Solo Travel Tips for Lesbian Women

Not everyone wants to travel with a group, and that’s valid. Solo lesbian travel can be profoundly empowering, offering space for self-discovery and deep reflection. That said, it’s important to prioritize safety. Research LGBTQ+-friendly laws and customs in your destination, book accommodations with strong reviews, and trust your intuition.

There are also many Facebook groups for lesbian travel, queer travel, and lesbian ex-pats where you can get tips from other LGBTQ travelers, and maybe even find someone to show you around your destination.

A few destinations particularly loved by solo queer women? Amsterdam, Lisbon, Vancouver, and parts of Costa Rica, just to name a few.

Exploring Queer Travel Groups

If you’re open to broader LGBTQ+ travel groups, these can also be rich with connection and learning. While not exclusively lesbian, queer travel groups offer beautiful opportunities to connect across identities, and may include a mix of gay, bi, trans, and nonbinary folks. For many of us, especially those who feel at home in a diverse community, this can feel like a homecoming.

Final Thoughts: Adventure Awaits, Connection is Calling

Whether you’re yearning for sisterhood, healing, new horizons, or all three, older lesbian travel groups offer more than just a vacation. They’re a chance to reclaim joy, expand your community, and rewrite the narrative of what’s possible in this next chapter of life.
 

And remember, travel isn’t the only path to connection. At Conscious Girlfriend Academy, we’re here year-round with support, learning, and community. Wherever you go next - whether it’s Machu Picchu, Mykonos, or simply deeper into your own heart - we’re cheering you on. 

Ready to keep exploring?
→ Visit our Lesbian Retreats and Events
→ Discover our Courses for Lesbian and Queer Women
→ Connect through Lesbian Community and Support
→ Build confidence with the Lesbian Conscious Dating Guide 

You deserve this joy.

Adventure, love, community—it’s all waiting for you.