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Best solo trips for women

From hiking with new-found friends to soaking up culture on a Discovery trip, a small group tour is a fantastic option for solo female travellers. If you’re not sure where to start, here are our recommendations for women travelling alone.

 

What are the best trips for a solo female?

Solo female travel has never been bigger – or better. Thanks to our expert Explore Leaders and carefully crafted itineraries, all of our tours are suitable for solo female travellers. Whether you're an avid foodie or love to be on the move, we're sure you'll find something you'll love. We've broken down the best small group adventures for you to consider, from solo walking holidays to cycling holidays ideal for singles.

You'll travel with a group of like-minded individuals and be guided by your expert tour leader, ensuring that you embrace each destination you visit. Sit back, relax, make friends and embrace your independence with our round-up of some of the best solo female travel destinations.
 

Solo female travel... For culture lovers


Solo female travellers will find Europe's cultural heritage second to none. There are medieval cathedrals in northern Europe waiting to be admired, and renaissance art and architecture in Italy waiting to be adored. Female solo travellers will be spoilt as every era and every civilisation has left its mark on Europe’s greatest towns and cities, from Rome to Reykjavik and Valletta to Vilnius.

There's more ancient history to uncover outside of Europe, too. Discover the hand-cut caves, temples and tombs carved from the pink sandstone of the Rose City of Petra on our Jordan Discovery tour. Or take a trip through the cultural heart of Northern India and experience the famous three cities on The Golden Triangle tour.

Our solo female travel tip: Most of our trips offer single room options, so after a day of exploring you can relax in your own company.

Solo female travel... For wildlife lovers


If you’re a single woman traveller who loves the animal kingdom then our wildlife adventures are a great way to see your favourite animals in the wild. Venture deep in the heart of India and discover the Bengal tiger on our Indian Wildlife Adventure, take a trip through remote wilderness to track Africa’s greatest animals on our Botswana Wildlife Safari or go mountain gorilla trekking in Bwindi National Park in Uganda.

Explore Costa Rica with its thick rainforests teeming with life from brightly coloured toucans to slow-moving sloths. Or visit the famous Sepilok Orang-utan Sanctuary and witness the excellent rehabilitation work on our Borneo Wildlife Highlights tour.

Solo female travel... For active types


If you’re a woman travelling alone who wants an active holiday then our walking and trekking or cycling tours are a great way to immerse yourself in your destination whilst travelling on your own speed. Explore Vietnam’s lush hilly countryside on two wheels and take an overnight cruise on the majestic Halong Bay on our Cycle Saigon to Hanoi tour.

Walk the trails of the spectacular Amalfi Coast from cliff-top hikes to woodland walks on our relaxed Amalfi Coast Walking holiday. Or challenge yourself on an iconic trek to the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro, the highest point in Africa on our Kilimanjaro – Rongai Trek.

Our solo female travel tip: Finding the balance between structured activities and free time is key. Recharge with a swim at the hotel pool or go for dinner at a local restaurant.

Solo female travel... For foodies


Food and drink is a big part of what travel is about and we love finding authentic cuisine. If you’re a solo female traveller looking for eating and drinking experiences, then we can introduce you to a roster of classic and less well-known specialities.

Eating alone is a common topic amongst those who travel solo. There are plenty of positives to dining alone, but our culinary trips are a brilliant way to connect with the rest of your small group as much as the places you visit, as you gain a deeper understanding of local cultures and traditions. Combine a discovery of Italy’s superb cuisine and wine with easy rambles among gently rolling landscapes on our A Taste of Italy – Walking in Puglia tour, join a Mexican cooking class and cook up a fiery Mexican feast using ingredients from one of the many local food markets, or tuck into the best food Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka has to offer on our Taste of Japan food tour.


 

What are the best destinations for solo female travellers?

Whether you're planning your first solo trip or are a seasoned solo traveller, our small group tours are a great way to travel safely, with like-minded friends to accompany you along the way. Here are our favourite trips for solo female travellers.

Jordan

Jordan is generally considered a safe destination for solo female travellers - read Sian's take on this small group tour. Needless to say, solo female travellers will be in good company exploring the ancient ‘Rose City’ of Petra on our small group discovery tour to Jordan. Get lost with new friends in the narrow pink crevices of the Siq Valley and take photos of one another when you arrive at the handcarved 1st-century columns of the Treasury. Indulge in a sociable feast of delicious local food and enjoy the security of travelling with a group when camping under the stars in the Wadi Rum desert. 
Jordan Discovery trip

Amalfi Coast, Italy

Solo women travellers can really benefit from the camaraderie of a small group walking holiday. Discuss the stunning scenery as you hike along the ‘Walk of the Gods’ and marvel together at the panoramic views over the azure-blue waters of the Tyrrhenian Sea on our Italy Amalfi Coast Tour. Take a moment for yourself to appreciate the tiers of lush-green crops that cascade down the steep hillsides, while luxury yachts set sail from the bustling harbours below. 
Amalfi Coast Walking trip

Japan

If Japan is on your travel bucket list, our small group tours are a great way for single women to explore all of the cultural highlights of this fascinating country, as well as the lesser-known treasures. Female solo travel in Japan is a popular option; from staying in a Buddhist temple to riding a high-speed bullet train and spotting snow monkey bathing in hot springs, your local tour leader will take you on a journey of unforgettable and immersive cultural experiences. Read our handy first-timer's guide to visiting Japan here.
Simply Japan trip

Turkey

Far more than just a beach holiday, Turkey is an excellent European destination for solo female travellers looking for historic and cultural experiences. Join your knowledgeable local tour leader to discover the fairy-tale stone turrets of Cappadocia and visit the crumbling columns of ancient Aphrodisias. A tour of Istanbul will lead you to the towering minarets of the Blue Mosque, and have your camera ready to capture the opulent tiled halls of Topkapi Palace.
Turkey in Depth tour

The Baltic States

Navigating through different countries can be intimidating when travelling as a single woman, but our Baltic States small group tour rolls three countries into one trip without any of the stress and worry. Join other friendly adventurers to explore Estonia’s timeworn windmills and medieval churches, Latvia’s colourful Hanseatic buildings on the banks of the Daugava River, and Lithuania’s giant dunes in the Curonian Spit National Park.
Historic Baltic Republics trip

Peru

Solo female travellers looking to explore South America can join our Upgraded - Discover Peru + the Amazon tour. Peru and beyond can be hard to navigate for any solo adventurer, so join a small group tour to be in excellent (and expert) company. Navigate the lush greens of the Amazon Rainforest, visit Machu Picchu by train and stay in selection of hand-picked premium accommodation, including an upmarket jungle lodge. How's that for bucket list travel experiences?
Peru and the Amazon Tour

Madeira, Portugal

Never feel alone as you follow ancient footpaths along mossy green levadas on the lush island of Madeira, and feel as though you’re on top of the world as you ascend into the mountains and trek clifftop passes. Join new friends for a feast of traditional Portuguese food in a local taverna and make a toast to great memories and unforgettable solo adventures. Discover Lisa's take on the 'Hawaii of Europe' here.
Walking in Madeira trip

Botswana

Share the joy of watching elephant herds roam the scorched plains of Chobe National Park on a small group safari tour in Botswana, Africa. Jump into a jeep with like-minded travellers to spot fish eagle, jacana, kingfisher and heron in the Moremi Game Reserve, and feel at ease travelling within a group when searching for semi-submerged crocodile in the thriving waterways of Okavango Delta.
Botswana Wildlife Safari

Don't just travel, Explore!

Going solo doesn't have to mean you're always on your own. Our small group tours are suitable for solo female travellers, whether you want to join a Costa Rica wildlife trip, go walking or cycling in Europe or attend the world-famous Sapporo Snow Festival in Japan. Travel with like-minded companions and new-found friends alongside your expert tour leader.
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