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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.

45+ YRS
Final Bookings
Tassie's East featuring FreycinetSolos Only

Easy paced 5 day / 4 night visit to the beautiful East of Tasmania with a night highlight stay, Freycinet Lodge.

  • WHERE:
    Australia
  • DEPARTS:
    3 - 7 NOV 2026
  • STATUS:
    Bookings open
  • TRAVEL STYLE:
    Discovery,
  • PACE:
    2 / 5
  • PRICES FROM:
    AUD$4090 own room
5 DAYS
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best suited 55 years+
New Zealand UltimateSolos Only

A deluxe tour of the stunning South Island

  • WHERE:
    New Zealand
  • DEPARTS:
    7-17 JAN 2027
    21 SEP - 1 OCT 2027
    30 JAN - 9 FEB 2028
  • STATUS:
    Bookings open
  • TRAVEL STYLE:
    Discovery, Solo Luxe,
  • PACE:
    2 / 5
  • PRICES FROM:
    AUD$11129 own room & airfare
11 DAYS
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45+ YRS
Last Bookings
Treasures of Norfolk IslandSolos Only

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

  • WHERE:
    Australia
  • DEPARTS:
    3-10 JAN 27
  • STATUS:
    Bookings open
  • TRAVEL STYLE:
    Discovery,
  • PACE:
    2 / 5
  • PRICES FROM:
    AUD$4385 own room
8 DAYS
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45+ YRS
Tasmanian HighlightsSolos Only

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

  • WHERE:
    Australia
  • DEPARTS:
    20 - 28 FEB 2027
  • STATUS:
    Bookings open
  • TRAVEL STYLE:
    Discovery,
  • PACE:
    2 / 5
  • PRICES FROM:
    AUD$7085 own room
9 DAYS
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40+ YRS
Outback Longreach ExplorerSolos Only

Discover the heart of Queenland's outback & home of QANTAS

  • WHERE:
    Australia
  • DEPARTS:
    27 APR - 2 MAY 2027
  • STATUS:
    Bookings open
  • TRAVEL STYLE:
    Discovery,
  • PACE:
    2 / 5
  • PRICES FROM:
    $5290 own room
6 DAYS
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45+ YRS
EARLY PREVIEW
Kangaroo Island Explorer & BeyondSolos Only

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

  • WHERE:
    Australia
  • DEPARTS:
    18 - 22 SEP 2027
  • STATUS:
    Early preview
  • TRAVEL STYLE:
    Discovery,
  • PACE:
    2 / 5
  • PRICES FROM:
    AUD$3475 own room
5 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:
    8 - 14 APR 2027
  • STATUS:
    Bookings open
  • TRAVEL STYLE:
    Discovery,
  • PACE:
    2 / 5
  • PRICES FROM:
    AUD$4725 own room
7 DAYS
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45+ YRS
Wonders of SicilySolos Only

Explore Sicily’s rich heritage and stunning landscapes.

  • WHERE:
    Italy
  • DEPARTS:
    14 - 25 APR 2027
  • STATUS:
    Last places
  • TRAVEL STYLE:
    Discovery,
  • PACE:
    3 / 5
  • PRICES FROM:
    AUD$9875 own room
12 DAYS
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40+ YRS
SAVE $300* - ENDS 31AUG 2026
Enchanting FranceSolos Only

Explore countryside highlights, the French Riviera and Paris.

  • WHERE:
    France
  • DEPARTS:
    23 MAY - 11 JUN 2027
  • STATUS:
    Early bird offer
  • TRAVEL STYLE:
    Discovery,
  • PACE:
    3 / 5
  • PRICES FROM:
    AUD $18545
20 DAYS
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45+ YRS
Greece DiscoverySolos Only

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

  • WHERE:
    Greece
  • DEPARTS:
    10 - 27 SEP 2027
  • STATUS:
    Bookings open
  • TRAVEL STYLE:
    Discovery,
  • PACE:
    3 / 5
  • PRICES FROM:
    AUD$14590 own room
18 DAYS
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40+ YRS
Spain & Portugal DiscoverySolos Only

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

  • WHERE:
    Spain
  • DEPARTS:
    3 - 23 OCT 2027
  • STATUS:
    SAVE $300
  • TRAVEL STYLE:
    Discovery,
  • PACE:
    3 / 5
  • PRICES FROM:
    AUD$15450 own room
20 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 2027
  • STATUS:
    Early bird offer
  • TRAVEL STYLE:
    Discovery,
  • PACE:
    2 / 5
  • PRICES FROM:
    AUD$19985 own room
20 DAYS
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40+ YRS
SAVE $300*
Croatia, Slovenia & MoreSolos Only

Arrive to Venice and head off to Slovenia then Croatia and Montenegro

  • WHERE:
    Italy, Slovenia, Croatia, Montenegro
  • DEPARTS:
    13 - 29 SEP 2027
  • STATUS:
    Early bird offer
  • TRAVEL STYLE:
    Discovery,
  • PACE:
    2 / 5
  • PRICES FROM:
    AUD $14685 own room
17 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:
    21 MAR - 6 APR 2027
    24 OCT - 9 NOV 2027
  • STATUS:
    Bookings open
  • TRAVEL STYLE:
    Discovery,
  • PACE:
    3 / 5
  • PRICES FROM:
    AUD $9425 own room
17 DAYS
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40+ YRS
SAVE$300* [AUG 2027]
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:
    18 MAY - 5 JUN 2027
    21 AUG - 8 SEP 2027
  • STATUS:
    Early bird offer
  • TRAVEL STYLE:
    Discovery,
  • PACE:
    2 / 5
  • PRICES FROM:
    AUD$17345 own room
19 DAYS
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40+ YRS
Cherry Blossom Season
Discover JapanSolos Only

Enchanting Japan, explore on this 16 day tour from Tokyo with the major highlights.

  • WHERE:
    Japan
  • DEPARTS:
    27 MAR - 11 APR 2027
  • STATUS:
    Bookings open
  • TRAVEL STYLE:
    Discovery,
  • PACE:
    3 / 5
  • PRICES FROM:
    AUD$14675 own room
16 DAYS
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40+ YRS
Discover North India with HoliSolos Only

Discover the highlights of Rajasthan with optional visit to Varanasi

  • WHERE:
    India
  • DEPARTS:
    12 - 24 MAR 2027
  • STATUS:
    Early bird offer
  • TRAVEL STYLE:
    Discovery,
  • PACE:
    3 / 5
  • PRICES FROM:
    AUD$6845 own room
13 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:
    28 MAR - 10 APR 2027
    2 - 15 OCT 2027
  • STATUS:
    Early bird offer
  • TRAVEL STYLE:
    Discovery,
  • PACE:
    3 / 5
  • PRICES FROM:
    AUD$5885 own room
14 DAYS
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40+ YRS
Connects with: Cambodia
Vietnam HighlightsSolos Only

From the south to the north, visit the major highlights & countryside Vietnam

  • WHERE:
    Vietnam
  • DEPARTS:
    19 APR - 2 MAY 2027
    11 - 23 OCT 2027
  • STATUS:
    Bookings open
  • TRAVEL STYLE:
    Discovery,
  • PACE:
    3 / 5
  • PRICES FROM:
    AUD$5825
14 DAYS
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40+ YRS
Connects with: Vietnam
Cambodia HighlightsSolos Only

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

  • WHERE:
    Cambodia
  • DEPARTS:
    2 - 8 MAY 2027
    23 - 29 OCT 2027
  • STATUS:
    Bookings open
  • TRAVEL STYLE:
    Discovery,
  • PACE:
    3 / 5
  • PRICES FROM:
    AUD $2795 own room
7 DAYS
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45+ YRS
Canadian Rockies & Alaska CruiseSolos Only

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

  • WHERE:
    Canada, United States of America
  • DEPARTS:
    19 MAY - 6 JUN 2027
  • STATUS:
    SOLD OUT - WAIT LIST OPEN
  • TRAVEL STYLE:
    Discovery, Combo,
  • PACE:
    2 / 5
  • PRICES FROM:
    AUD$19970 own room
19 DAYS
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40+ YRS
Magic of Mexico Solos Only

From Mexico City to the Yucatán Peninsula; culture, colour and authentic experiences.

  • WHERE:
    Mexico
  • DEPARTS:
    11 - 27 OCT 2027
  • STATUS:
    Early preview
  • TRAVEL STYLE:
    Discovery,
  • PACE:
    3 / 5
  • PRICES FROM:
    AUD$T.B.A own room
17 DAYS
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40+ YRS
Highlights of 3 StansSolos Only

Explore Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, and Kazakhstan on this Silk Road journey.

  • WHERE:
    Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan
  • DEPARTS:
    1 - 16 APR 2027
    9 - 24 SEP 2027
  • STATUS:
    Bookings open
  • TRAVEL STYLE:
    Discovery,
  • PACE:
    3 / 5
  • PRICES FROM:
    AUD$10220 own room
16 DAYS
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45+ YRS
Italian SplendourSolos Only

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

  • WHERE:
    Italy
  • DEPARTS:
    26 APR - 15 MAY 2027
  • STATUS:
    Early bird offer
  • TRAVEL STYLE:
    Discovery,
  • PACE:
    3 / 5
  • PRICES FROM:
    AUD$18845
20 DAYS
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45+ YRS
Big Solo Savings
European River CruiseSolos Only

A summer river cruise from Budapest to Amsterdam with Avalon Waterways.

  • WHERE:
    Hungary, Slovakia, Austria, Germany, Netherlands
  • DEPARTS:
    08 August 2027
  • STATUS:
    Early bird offer
  • TRAVEL STYLE:
    On The Water, Discovery,
  • PACE:
    1 / 5
  • PRICES FROM:
    $15540
17 DAYS
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45+ YRS
EARLY BIRD SAVINGS
European River Cruise: Rhine, Moselle & BelgiumSolos Only

From Basel, Switzerland to Belgium, Brussels with Uniworld Boutique River Cruises

  • WHERE:
    Switzerland, Germany, France, Netherlands, Belgium
  • DEPARTS:
    15 October 2027
  • STATUS:
    Early bird offer
  • TRAVEL STYLE:
    On The Water, Discovery,
  • PACE:
    1 / 5
  • PRICES FROM:
    $17699
15 DAYS
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