Discovery

Hand Picked. Small Groups. Across The Globe.

Discovery tours bring together solo travellers that love to travel, but not alone. The camaraderie between solo travellers beats no other! Experience the difference when you travel with kindred spirit solo travellers.

Arrive with a smile, and your journey is off to the best start.

best suited 50 years+
New Zealand UltimateSolos Only

A deluxe tour of the stunning South Island

  • WHERE:
    New Zealand
  • DEPARTS:
    7 - 17 JAN 25
    21 SEP - 1 OCT 25
    7 - 17 JAN 26
  • STATUS:
    2025-2026 Pre Register Now
  • TRAVEL STYLE:
    Discovery, Solo Luxe,
  • PACE:
    2 / 5
  • PRICES FROM:
    AUD$9379 with own room
11 DAYS
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45+ YRS
1 PLACE LEFT
Treasures of Norfolk IslandSolos Only

Home to Bounty Mutineers, discover the warmth and hospitality of this unique island.

  • WHERE:
    Australia
  • DEPARTS:
    5 - 12 JAN 25
    4-11 JAN 26
  • STATUS:
    Only 1 place left
  • TRAVEL STYLE:
    Discovery,
  • PACE:
    2 / 5
  • PRICES FROM:
    AUD$3975 own room
8 DAYS
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45+ YRS
SOLD OUT. WAIT LIST.
Tasmanian HighlightsSolos Only

A deluxe small group experience from Hobart to Launceston via the west

  • WHERE:
    Australia
  • DEPARTS:
    21 FEB - 1 MAR 2025
  • STATUS:
    Sold out
  • TRAVEL STYLE:
    Discovery,
  • PACE:
    2 / 5
  • PRICES FROM:
    AUD$5755 own room
9 DAYS
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40+ YRS
FREE UPGRADE DEAL*
K'gari EscapeSolos Only

Discover K’gari (Fraser Island) the word’s largest sand island, and including ANZAC Day 2025

  • WHERE:
    Australia
  • DEPARTS:
    23 - 27 APR 25 (with ANZAC Day)
  • STATUS:
    Early bird offer
  • TRAVEL STYLE:
    Relax, Discovery,
  • PACE:
    2 / 5
  • PRICES FROM:
    AUD$2085 own room
5 DAYS
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45+ YRS
Kangaroo Island Explorer & BeyondSolos Only

A unique small group discovery, fully supported with a coach captain & quality hotel stay'

  • WHERE:
    Australia
  • DEPARTS:
    10 - 14 SEP 2025
  • STATUS:
    Early bird offer
  • TRAVEL STYLE:
    Discovery,
  • PACE:
    2 / 5
  • PRICES FROM:
    AUD$3285 own room
5 DAYS
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best suited 50 years+
SOLD OUT. WAITING LIST OPEN.
The Ghan ExpeditionSolos Mix

One of the world’s great train journeys & ultimate outback experience, Darwin to Adelaide.

  • WHERE:
    Australia
  • DEPARTS:
    15 - 19 OCT 24
  • STATUS:
    SOLD OUT - WAIT LIST OPEN
  • TRAVEL STYLE:
    Discovery, Solo Luxe,
  • PACE:
    2 / 5
  • PRICES FROM:
    $4420 own sleeper cabin
5 DAYS
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40+ YRS
WITH ANZAC DAY @ GALLIPOLI
Discover TurkeySolos 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 25
  • STATUS:
    Bookings open
  • TRAVEL STYLE:
    Discovery,
  • PACE:
    3 / 5
  • PRICES FROM:
    AUD$9295 own room
16 DAYS
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40+ YRS
Malta UnveiledSolos Only

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

  • WHERE:
    Malta
  • DEPARTS:
    25 MAR - 31 MAR 25
  • STATUS:
    Last places
  • TRAVEL STYLE:
    Discovery,
  • PACE:
    2 / 5
  • PRICES FROM:
    AUD$3915 own room
7 DAYS
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45+ YRS
Wonders of SicilySolos Only

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

  • WHERE:
    Italy
  • DEPARTS:
    31 MAR - 9 APR 2025
  • STATUS:
    Bookings open
  • TRAVEL STYLE:
    Discovery,
  • PACE:
    3 / 5
  • PRICES FROM:
    AUD$7155
10 DAYS
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45+ YRS
Scandinavia ExplorerSolos Only

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

  • WHERE:
    Finland, Norway, Denmark, Sweden
  • DEPARTS:
    18 JUL - 6 AUG 25
  • STATUS:
    Bookings open
  • TRAVEL STYLE:
    Discovery,
  • PACE:
    2 / 5
  • PRICES FROM:
    AUD$16535 own room
20 DAYS
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40+ YRS
EARLY PREVIEW
Iceland ExplorerSolos Only

Across Iceland’s awe-inspiring landscapes. Connects with end of Scandinavia tour.

  • WHERE:
    Iceland
  • DEPARTS:
    7 - 18 AUG 25
  • STATUS:
    Early preview
  • TRAVEL STYLE:
    Discovery,
  • PACE:
    3 / 5
  • PRICES FROM:
    Due out end NOV
13 DAYS
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45+ YRS
SAVE$200
Greece DiscoverySolos Only

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

  • WHERE:
    Greece
  • DEPARTS:
    8 - 26 MAY 25
  • STATUS:
    Early bird offer
  • TRAVEL STYLE:
    Discovery,
  • PACE:
    3 / 5
  • PRICES FROM:
    AUD$13995 own room
19 DAYS
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40+ YRS
EARLY PREVIEW
Croatia, Slovenia & MoreSolos Only

  • WHERE:
    Italy, Slovenia, Croatia, Montenegro
  • DEPARTS:
    17 SEP - 3 OCT '25
  • STATUS:
    Early bird offer
  • TRAVEL STYLE:
    Discovery,
  • PACE:
    2 / 5
  • PRICES FROM:
    AUD T.B.A
17 DAYS
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45+ YRS
SAVE $400*
Best of Britain Solos Only

Superb small group touring visiting England, Wales and Scotland

  • WHERE:
    Scotland, Wales, England
  • DEPARTS:
    5 - 22 AUG 2025
  • STATUS:
    Early bird offer
  • TRAVEL STYLE:
    Discovery,
  • PACE:
    2 / 5
  • PRICES FROM:
    AUD$17345 own room
18 DAYS
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45+ YRS
SAVE $300*
Enchanting FranceSolos Only

Explore countryside highlights, the French Riviera and Paris.

  • WHERE:
    France
  • DEPARTS:
    10 - 27 SEP 25
  • STATUS:
    Early bird offer
  • TRAVEL STYLE:
    Discovery,
  • PACE:
    3 / 5
  • PRICES FROM:
    AUD $16575 own room
18 DAYS
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45+ YRS
SAVE $300 *
Italian SplendourSolos Only

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

  • WHERE:
    Italy
  • DEPARTS:
    13 SEP - 2 OCT 25
  • STATUS:
    Early bird offer
  • TRAVEL STYLE:
    Discovery,
  • PACE:
    3 / 5
  • PRICES FROM:
    AUD$17565 own room
20 DAYS
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40+ YRS
SAVE $300*
Spain & Portugal DiscoverySolos Only

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

  • WHERE:
    Spain
  • DEPARTS:
    29 SEP - 18 OCT '25
  • STATUS:
    Early preview
  • TRAVEL STYLE:
    Discovery,
  • PACE:
    3 / 5
  • PRICES FROM:
    Due out 18NOV
20 DAYS
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40+ YRS
Colours of MoroccoSolos Only

Adventure with the highlights; colour, tradition, culture, delicious food and immense landscapes

  • WHERE:
    Morocco
  • DEPARTS:
    19 MAR - 4 APR 25
    19 OCT - 4 NOV 25
  • STATUS:
    Bookings open
  • TRAVEL STYLE:
    Discovery,
  • PACE:
    3 / 5
  • PRICES FROM:
    AUD $7285 own room
17 DAYS
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40+ YRS
African Safari & Cape Town DiscoverySolos Only

Superb discovery of Cape Town and a multi-country fully guided wildlife safari.

  • WHERE:
    South Africa, Botswana, Namibia, Zimbabwe
  • DEPARTS:
    20 MAY - 7 JUN 25
    26 AUG - 13 SEP 25
  • STATUS:
    Bookings open
  • TRAVEL STYLE:
    Discovery,
  • PACE:
    2 / 5
  • PRICES FROM:
    AUD$15385 own room
19 DAYS
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40+ YRS
Discover North India Solos Only

Discover the highlights of Rajasthan with optional visit to Varanasi

  • WHERE:
    India
  • DEPARTS:
    4 - 16 MAR 25
  • STATUS:
    Bookings open
  • TRAVEL STYLE:
    Discovery,
  • PACE:
    3 / 5
  • PRICES FROM:
    AUD$5895 own room
13 DAYS
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40+ YRS
Discover JapanSolos Only

Enchanting Japan, explore on this 15 day tour from Tokyo to Osaka with the major highlights.

  • WHERE:
    Japan
  • DEPARTS:
    27 MAR - 10 APR 2025
  • STATUS:
    Bookings open
  • TRAVEL STYLE:
    Discovery,
  • PACE:
    3 / 5
  • PRICES FROM:
    AUD$12745 own room
15 DAYS
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40+ YRS
Borneo HighlightsSolos Only

A 12 day adventure of Borneo Malaysia, including tropical jungle stays & wild life spotting.

  • WHERE:
    Malaysia
  • DEPARTS:
    3 - 14 JUN 25
  • STATUS:
    Bookings open
  • TRAVEL STYLE:
    Discovery,
  • PACE:
    3 / 5
  • PRICES FROM:
    AUD$6875 own room
12 DAYS
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40 - 59 YRS
Connects with: Cambodia
Thailand Highlights with PhuketSolos Only

Join a small group discovering the highlights of Thailand. Plus option to include Phuket.

  • WHERE:
    Thailand
  • DEPARTS:
    16 - 25 OCT 25
  • STATUS:
    Early preview
  • TRAVEL STYLE:
    Discovery,
  • PACE:
    3 / 5
  • PRICES FROM:
    AUD$T.B.A
10 DAYS
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40+ YRS
Connects with: Thailand
Cambodia HighlightsSolos Only

Visit Siem Reap and Phnom Penh on a 7 day highlights discovery.

  • WHERE:
    Cambodia
  • DEPARTS:
    26 OCT - 1 NOV 2025
  • STATUS:
    Early preview
  • TRAVEL STYLE:
    Discovery,
  • PACE:
    3 / 5
  • PRICES FROM:
    AUD $T.B.A
7 DAYS
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40+ YRS
Encounter Sri LankaSolos Only

An amazing country abundant in culture, history, beaches, tea plantations & warm hospitality.

  • WHERE:
    Sri Lanka
  • DEPARTS:
    6 - 18 OCT 2025
  • STATUS:
    Early preview
  • TRAVEL STYLE:
    Discovery,
  • PACE:
    3 / 5
  • PRICES FROM:
    T.B.A
13 DAYS
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45+ YRS
SAVE $200*
Canadian Rockies & Alaska CruiseSolos Only

Travel Canada and cruise to Alaska with this superb small group package

  • WHERE:
    Canada, United States of America
  • DEPARTS:
    21 MAY - 8 JUN 25
  • STATUS:
    Early bird offer
  • TRAVEL STYLE:
    Discovery, Combo,
  • PACE:
    2 / 5
  • PRICES FROM:
    AUD$18750 own room
19 DAYS
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