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Europe Solo Travel Tours

Europe has something to offer every season of the year. Join one of our solo travel tours to discover countries bursting with colour, culture, cuisine - first timers or well travelled; you'll want to come back.

The Best Solo Travel Destinations in Europe

We've created the perfect line up; from highlight touring to in depth discoveries. Whether you like to absorb your destinations at a slower pace or seek to cover some ground, we've got a mix of it all on offer with our solo travel tours in Europe.

There's no wrong choice - just a case of working out which one's for you. Use our easy 1-5 tour pace guide as an indicator, and always check in with our travel team for advice on which Europe solo trip is going to be your best pick.

Malta UnveiledSolos Only

A 7 day small group tour of the iconic highlights of this Mediterranean gem with superior accommodation

WHERE:
Malta
DEPARTS:
7 - 13 APR 2026
STATUS:
Bookings open
TRAVEL STYLE:
Discovery
PACE:
2 / 5
PRICES FROM:
AUD$4375

Wonders of SicilySolos Only

Explore Sicily’s rich heritage and stunning landscapes on this 10 day tour.

WHERE:
Italy
DEPARTS:
13 - 24 APR 26
STATUS:
Bookings open
TRAVEL STYLE:
Discovery
PACE:
3 / 5
PRICES FROM:
AUD$8845

Discover TürkiyeSolos Only

Istanbul to the Aegean Coast including Gallipoli for ANZAC Day, with option to extend with a visit to Cappadocia

WHERE:
Turkey
DEPARTS:
22 APR - 7 MAY 2026
STATUS:
Early bird offer
TRAVEL STYLE:
Discovery
PACE:
3 / 5
PRICES FROM:
AUD$10575

Scandinavia ExplorerSolos Only

A small group tour exploring the highlights of Scandinavia including Copenhagen.

WHERE:
Finland, Norway, Denmark, Sweden
DEPARTS:
25 JUL - 13 AUG 2026
STATUS:
Early bird offer
TRAVEL STYLE:
Discovery
PACE:
2 / 5
PRICES FROM:
AUD$T.B.A own room

Italian SplendourSolos Only

Discover the best of one of the world's most picturesque countries.

WHERE:
Italy
DEPARTS:
13 SEP - 2 OCT 25
STATUS:
Bookings open
TRAVEL STYLE:
Discovery
PACE:
3 / 5
PRICES FROM:
AUD$18265 own room

Greece DiscoverySolos Only

City highlights, countryside roaming & ancient history with option to extend to Greek Islands.

WHERE:
Greece
DEPARTS:
10- 28 SEP 2026
STATUS:
Early preview
TRAVEL STYLE:
Discovery
PACE:
3 / 5
PRICES FROM:
AUD$T.B.A own room

Spain & Portugal DiscoverySolos Only

A 20 day tour featuring highlight city and regional stays enjoying 4 star hotels

WHERE:
Spain
DEPARTS:
5 OCT '26
STATUS:
Early preview
TRAVEL STYLE:
Discovery
PACE:
3 / 5
PRICES FROM:
T.B.A

Enchanting FranceSolos Only

Explore countryside highlights, the French Riviera and Paris.

WHERE:
France
DEPARTS:
10 - 27 SEP 25
11 - 29 MAY 2027
STATUS:
Bookings open
TRAVEL STYLE:
Discovery
PACE:
3 / 5
PRICES FROM:
AUD $17425 own room

Scandinavia ExplorerSolos Only

A small group tour exploring the highlights of Scandinavia including Copenhagen.

WHERE:
Finland, Norway, Denmark, Sweden
DEPARTS:
18 JUL - 06 AUG '25
STATUS:
Last places
TRAVEL STYLE:
Discovery
PACE:
2 / 5
PRICES FROM:
AUD$17535 own room

European River CruiseSolos Only

A summer river cruise from Amsterdam to Budapest with Uniworld.

WHERE:
Netherlands, Germany, Austria, Hungary
DEPARTS:
02 August 2026
STATUS:
SOLD OUT - WAIT LIST OPEN
TRAVEL STYLE:
On The Water, Discovery
PACE:
1 / 5
PRICES FROM:
AUD$13599

LATEST NEWS

Combo Touring: Malta with Sicily

Standalone tours, Malta (7 days) and Sicily (12 days) connect for the ideal way to travel for longer. Departing April 2026.

ANZAC Day @ Gallipoli, Turkey 2026

Featuring ANZAC Day at Gallipoli 2026. From Istanbul to the Aegean Coast.

NEW 2025: Enchanting France

From Paris, an 18 day discovery blending iconic cities with the tranquil beauty of the French countryside. Travel dates - September 2025.

Colours of Morocco

Morocco, a captivating display of colour, tradition, culture, delicious food and immense landscapes.

Happy Birthday.

We mark a momentous milestone - our 18th birthday. A year of transforming and renewal, and return to before. Our strong foundations have stood the test of time; we coined the phrase ‘Solos Only’ and our longstanding trade mark, Encounter Travel, Travel Solo, Not Alone stands for all and everything we do.

Solos 40 years+

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. ©

Under 49's

A new addition to our line up; small groups Under 49's Trips are packed with all the essentials. It's is for everyone 30 to 49. Solo, with or with a buddy - it is for travellers looking to explore with their age group.

Age-Matched

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.

Australian Owned

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.©

Since 2006

We've been creating and delivering the best ever holidays for solo travellers since 2006. As a boutique tour operator, we delight in detail, delivering personal service and finding your next best memory.©

Solos Only or Solos Mix?

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. ©