SINCE 2006. 100% SOLO.
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'SOLOS ONLY ' SMALL GROUP
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'SOLOS ONLY ' SMALL GROUP
20 NIGHTS
'SOLOS ONLY ' SMALL GROUP
Sharing the journey takes 'alone' out of solo travel. Two time winner of the global Solo Travel Awards 2017 and 2018, we are Australia's leading solo traveller specialist - 100% committed to creating unforgettable memories. And 2019 winner in The Travel Awards.
With our 6 travel styles, there's something for everyone. Since 2006 we've been leading the way for travellers leaving home alone, and with our age-matched holidays, offering the choice of small group tours, or cruise and resort groups with a big choice of packages.
Join a tour, or choose to getaway with a cruise or resort package. It's singles holidays reinvented. And, enjoy our commitment to low (or even no) single supplements You will always have the choice to take your own room but if you're happy to share then ask about our roommate matching option.
To travel alone is one thing. To travel solo, but not alone is something else!
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Enjoy a 4 night escape at Daydream Island Resort, The Whitsundays
A 4WD & bushwalking discovery, fully supported with expert guiding.
A unique small group discovery of our magnificent Red Centre
A deluxe small group experience discovering Fraser Island
Swoop up a deal when you book early with our early bird savings or our early payment discount offers.
What a way start your year, on a deluxe tour of the stunning South Island
An amazing country abundant in culture, history, beaches, tea plantations & warm hospitality.
Because not all travellers are the same, we've created 6 styles - find your travel match! There's something for everyone - leisurely touring, walking and adventure trips, cruising the high seas and resort packages..
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'An awesome trip to a beautiful part of Australia, with fabulous company. With everything organised for us, I could truly sit back and relax. The hardest decision to make each day was whether to go for a swim or read a book!'
Emily, 38 years, VIC
"Thailand is a beautiful country with an amazing history. Combine that with like minded travellers and a knowledgeable tour guide and you’ve got the recipe for another memorable Encounter tour."
Mark, 57 years, Perth, WA
'Love you guys!!!! Amazing job! Absolutely outstanding and will sing your praises!! Fabulous! Can’t wait for the next.'
Janae, 45 years, QLDAs updates are made, read our general statement. For confirmed travellers through to May 2020 we have already been in touch and will remain in contact as updates become available.
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YOUR COVID-19 PEACE OF MIND. With our Australian and New Zealand tours you’re free to cancel your travel plans until 93 days before your tour, and get a full refund. This means, you can set some travel plans now but you're not locked in if travel restrictions affect your trip.
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For all the cat lovers that love to travel, here’s some places where cats rule and roam. It’s not just because of the cats but these places in Greece, Morocco, Turkey, and Russia are amazing (cats or not).
In Solo Style, join us for a lunch or a dinner for solo travellers. We start with drinks, followed by the meal. Next event coming up February.
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From Istanbul to the Aegean Coast. Our all new 14 day tour, Discover Turkey will have you captivated from beginning to end. Plus choose to extend your travels with a visit to Cappadocia.
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The best of both worlds. Join our boutique tour with a maximum of 16 travellers. Experience mainland Greece, and opt to add on Greek Island touring including Crete, Santorini and Paros.
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Match a face with the name and read our story. Emma, Cathy and Alison on the front line, along with the support of Liza, Pauline and Maeleen in our travel support team. Also, meet our groups department, and Justine, founder of Encounter Travel.
Discover Peru
An indepth discovery of Peru for over 40's. A small group, including incredible Machu Picchu. Find out more.
Canadian Rockies with Alaskan Cruise
Dream big. Our small group Canadian tour with Alaskan cruise is an incredible discovery. Departs August. Find out more.
Kangaroo Island touring
Kangaroo Island will surprise with so many highlights. Arrive to Adelaide, enjoy the island and a Barossa winery tour Find out more.
Summer In New Zealand
A big favourite for summer touring. The Ultimate NZ tour. Enjoy the best! Find out more.
100% Australian; we 'get' the Australian travel style. And, better still, our arms are open to welcome our friends from other countries around the world, who'd like to travel with friendly Aussies.
Travel solo, not alone when you join one of our small group tours created with solo travellers 40 & over in mind. Share your journey, without the drawbacks of big coach tours or the solitude of being alone.
We've already racked up 13 years of experience creating and delivering the best ever holidays for solo travellers. As a boutique tour operator, we delight in detail, delivering personal service and finding your next best memory.
Our Solos Only trips are age-matched - it's more likely you will travel with other like-minded single
travellers. Popular age groups include 40 to 59 years and 45 years & over.
Announced in 2019 with more soon for 2020, small groups for ages 21 to 39's. Trips are packed with all the essentials. It's is for everyone 21 to 39. Solo, with or with a buddy - it is for travellers looking to explore with their age group 21 to 39.
Take your pick! Join our 'Solos Only' groups, exclusively for solos travellers. Or, join 'Solos Mix' - tours we've hand picked, popular with solos but mixing it up couples also.
