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Choose one of our superb value, Scottish island cruises from April to October. Many activities ashore and afloat, incredible scenery, rare wildlife, delicious local food with your dedicated chef. Some cruises, also feature an
onboard art or photography tutor or a wildlife guide.
On both Seahorse II and Gemini Explorer we have single cabins and a limited number of double cabins with no single supplement. On all three small ships cabin-sharing is available.
- All guests who book an October 2019 cruise will now receive an extraordinary 35% discount! Loch Ness and the Caledonian Canal cruise (6 nights) now
from £942 instead of £1450. Simply quote STW19 when booking
- For available dates, take a look at our 2019 calendar and 2020 calendar. Cruises vary between 3 and 11 nights.
- NEW Scottish Island golfing, whisky and wildlife cruise, first departure April 2020 for 8 nights.
- NEW guided wildlife tours to St Kilda and the Isle of Skye, with no extra cost to our passengers.
Why Paris Personally?
- Small groups – maximum 10 people for a more enjoyable experience.
- No single supplement. Paris hotel rooms are small, so you’ll be happy to have a private room!
- Authentic Paris experiences. No tour coaches, no tourist restaurants
- Both structured group outings and free time each day.
- 6-day museum pass, 7-day metro/bus pass, city and metro maps, and insider tips from your full-time Parisian guide.
- Reserve now to get your 2020 trip at the 2019 price!
Stay in the center of Paris in a boutique hotel, dine in charming Parisian restaurants, and enjoy an authentic Paris experience with your bilingual, full-time Parisian guide who knows the city inside and out. Click below to learn more. Reserve soon because with only 10 spots, space is truly limited!
Bali & The Gili Islands Vacations exclusively for solo female
travellers
Solo Kiwi Ventures host custom tours and retreats for women who dream of getting out of their comfort zone but need some encouragement or have no one to travel with.
We offer a range of trips, from a rejuvenating retreat in Bali to an active adventure in Bali and the Gili Islands. Our curated itineraries give you time to soak up the amazing locations, embrace the culture and have fun with your new
friends.
Book now to enjoy an affordable and stress-free adventure with a small group of like-minded ladies (max 8) There is no single supplement on any of our trips and payments plans are
available.
- Bali Rejuvenate Retreat: 9-16 May 2020, 7 nights in Ubud, Bali. Tailored for the more mature ladies. Unwind with daily yoga and immerse yourself in some of Bali’s best cultural and wellness activities. Relax by the
pool before heading out for delectable cuisine over a cocktail and a have laugh with your new friends.
- Bali & Gili Islands Explore: 16-30 May 2020. (linked to ) 14 nights. Soak up the beaches in Canggu, mingle with monkeys in Ubud, snorkel the crystal clear waters of the Gilis.
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For enquiries contact: Sharon McLean info@solokiwiventures.com or by phone at: +64 274335637
A “TravelDriver” is an exceptional, high-quality, English-speaking private and personal driver-guide who is a “local” in your travel destination, and has, as his or her top priority, the goal of creating an amazing travel experience for you and your companions.
TravelDrivers are so much more than just chauffeurs. They also serve as companions, chaperones, interpreters, tour guides, coaches, security guards and even ambassadors, showing you hidden “insider secrets” and teaching you less obvious info about the area, the people and their culture, while sharing local legends and stories and inevitably becoming more like a friend— often for life!
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If you love to experience the extraordinary about a place, uncover the less-visited - yet unique - sites of Italy and Australia, with a small group of max 10 like-minded active travelers, Michela, the owner of Rocky Travel, has the right tour for you. She is an expert solo traveler and an author based in Italy, who has crafted each tour for a great local experience.
- Best of Sicily Tour Explore Sicily on a round trip and see all iconic places of this fascinating island, plus some amazing off-the-beaten-path towns and naturalistic treasures. 9 nights, 10 days. May 2020.
- From Venice to the Dolomites From Venice to the heritage town of Vittorio Veneto, nestled in the Prosecco Hills. Wine Tastings. Walks and sightseeing. Day-hike in the glorious Dolomites. 3 nights, 4 days, July
2020.
- Hiking in the Dolomites A tour of the Dolomites starting from Bolzano. 4 nights and 5 days, Dates t.b.a. in June 2020. The second Hiking Trip is a Hut-to-Hut Trip t.b.a in Sept 2020.
- Walking Tour of Tasmania A women-only tour in a small group of outdoor enthusiasts who will be hiking in Australia’s best wilderness: The Three-Capes-Track. 5 nights, 6 days, February 2020.
I come alive when I travel, when I’m exploring and when I’m seeing, tasting and feeling something new. I love to help other women experience this sensation as I truly feel it helps us see a larger world of possibilities within ourselves. Girls’ Guide to Paris & Beyond is an invitation to travel with me to explore another part of the world while we explore another part of ourselves.
- Castles & Christmas Markets Tour, 2019: 6 nights, Explore the magical region of Alsace, France and re-discover the true meaning of the season. Must book by October 16th! Act now!
- Wabi Sabi Tour of Japan, Spring 2020: 6 nights, Experience Cherry Blossom season & enter Japanese culture from a Zen Point of View
- 3-Country Tour: Spring 2020: 7 nights, Spring in Alsace, FR, Freiburg & the Black Forest during white Asparagus season + the artistic side of Basel Switzerland all with a local.
- Tours
Encounter Travel takes ‘alone’ out of solo travel. The solo traveller specialists - since 2006, creating group tours and cruises for solo travellers to destinations across the globe.
- Experience small groups, without the drawbacks of big coach tours
- Not all travellers are the same – with 6 travel styles we’ve got something for everyone
- Enjoy our ‘Solos Only’ stand out differences
- Experience age-matched travel groups
- Welcoming solo travellers from all over the world
- Discover Peru. Solos Only. 40 Years & Over. A small group just for solo travellers, visiting the best of Peru including Machu Picchu
- Italian Splendour. Solos Only. 45 Years & Over. From Rome to the Lakes. Super small group boutique tour.
- Icons of Eastern Europe. Solos Only. 45 Years & Over. All the best from Russia, through the Baltic states, ending in Vienna
- Discover Turkey. Solos Only. 40 Years & Over. From Istanbul to the Aegean Coast including Gallipoli, with option to visit Cappadocia
- Discover North India with Kerala Extension Option. Solos Only. 45 Years &Over
Amazing discovery including Varanasi. Choose to extend with a South India tour.
CALL (during Sydney, Australia office hours):
From Australia TEL: 1300 653 692
From New Zealand TEL: 0800 653 692
From outside Australia & New Zealand: TEL: +61 2 9267 9979
Riviera River Cruises offers many departures in 2020 exclusively for solo travelers which allows guests to enjoy their cruises without paying any single supplement.
All major European waterways are included offering guests the opportunity to experience a European river cruise on a five-star ship with like- minded travelers .
Riviera River Cruises has the youngest fleet sailing the European waterways – none older than 6 years. Spacious, exceptionally well-appointed cabins – no surcharges on board, 2 restaurants, complimentary room service for breakfast, shore excursions included.
- Rhine, Strasbourg & Heidelberg - Oct. 31, 2020
- Burgundy, Rhone & Provence - Nov. 4, 2019 v Mar. 31 & Nov. 3, 2020
- The Blue Danube - Nov. 1, 2019 v Mar. 27 & 30, Apr. 3 & Nov. 2, 2020
- Douro, Porto, & Salamanca - Nov. 8 & 13, 2020
- The Seine, Paris & Normandy - March 31, 2020
Travel with an intimate group of no more than 14 people led by June Morrocco who lived for 10 years in Sperlonga, a beautiful coastal town halfway between Rome and Naples, also known as the "The Pearl of the Mediterranean." It's best known for the Roman Emperor Tiberius' villa and the recently excavated sea grotto. Sperlonga is a wonderful place to have a true Italian lifestyle experience.
You'll stay 14 nights in Sperlonga at Marconi's, a charming B&B overlooking magnificent sunsets and the vast expanse of the sea. June, who speaks Italian fluently, will share her love and knowledge of the area. You'll take fascinating day trips to close-by local villages, Rome, Pompei, Positano on the Amalfi Coast and the island of Ponza. You’ll enjoy the culinary pleasures of Italy. And much more. Get
ready for The Trip of a Lifetime.
2020 Trips– May 4th-19th, May 18th-June 2nd, September 1st-16th, September 15th-30th.
Why is this trip to France extraordinary?
- No single supplement. We do not charge extra for solos.
- This is a VIP experience! And the tour is all-inclusive.
- You’ll experience the real rhythm of French life, off the beaten track in southern France!
- You’ll be residing in the home of your guide/host. Veronique is completely bilingual, lives part of the year in her native France and part in the Canadian Rockies.
- There are many options for how we'll spend our time. We'll decide how together.
You might want to check our 2020 tour dates. Act now! Once reserved even by a single solo traveler, the tour date is gone.
Do you appreciate new cultures and exotic cuisine, ancient histories and heritage sites? Would you rather experience roads less travelled without compromising on comfort and avoiding the clutter of large tour groups? Perhaps you prefer women-only tours?
Incredible Indian Tours will challenge your senses and leave you wanting more with their unique and small (max 10 travellers) group tours through India, the Himalayan Kingdoms, Sri Lanka and Burma.
Discover the ‘hidden’ gems often missed by larger tour companies without compromising comfort. Enjoy these intoxicating destinations with local specialist guides and Western tour escorts who reside in and have travelled these regions extensively for over 26 years.
Join Pack A Fork! on an springtime exploration through these three countries when the flowers are in full bloom. We’ll take in the history, culture, architecture and off-the-beaten-path sites. Experience traditional Belgian & Dutch cuisine and the New Nordic cuisine that’s put Copenhagen on the map as a culinary destination!
Join Pack A Fork! through the wonderland that is Morocco. We’ll travel through this North African country, its dramatic coastline, breathtaking mountains and sweeping deserts and its hundreds of faces and sounds - all ready to welcome you!
• Daily Itinerary
• To book click here
Finally, a conference specifically designed for mature women travelers.
Join us at the Jersey Shore in Asbury Park on December 8th from 10am to 2pm (doors open at 9:30) for brunch and networking with like-minded women who love to travel. Hear our speakers and travel experts; shop our travel and boutique gift vendors......and much more. Be inspired to live your best travel life. To learn more about this conference and how to order tickets, click here.
New Tour Announced!
Our 2020 Rajasthan and Gujarat Small Group Women's Tour is now available for booking. Join us for a wonderful journey to the "Heart of India". We will begin our tour in Delhi, and end with the iconic Taj Mahal. Two internal flights are included in the cost of the tour as we fly from Delhi to Udaipur and then travel overland to Gujarat, where we will visit tribal artisan villages and celebrate
the famed Navratri festival in Gujarat. You can access all the details of this tour here.
You may sign up for the Cracking India Newsletter here
Women of the World Travel creates small hand-crafted tours designed specifically for women travellers. Our tours are safe, comfortable and fascinating journeys in which you'll discover some of the most exotic places in the world. Every tour is an adventure replete with unique experiences only available on our
small groups. You'll enjoy low single supplements, superior first class & boutique local hotels in central areas. We include much that other tours only offer at additional cost. We focus on 3 main pillars for every tour: sustainable, responsible and purpose-driven travel experiences.
- Costa Rica – Pura Vida – Mar/20 - 10-Days – Join us for this health and wellness yoga adventure visiting Arenal, Monteverde Cloud Forest and the yoga center of Nosara and much more..
- Italy Odyssey – May/20 - 12-Days – Venice - Cinque Terre - Lucca - Pisa - Florence - Siena - the Tuscany countryside - Capri - Maiori and Rome. Enjoy culinary experiences and wine tasting and much more…
- South Africa & Victoria Falls – Sep-Oct/20 – 11-Days – A private safari in Kapana, outside of Kruger Park, Table Mountain, Hout Bay, Cape of Good hope, full-day wine safari with guest female speakers, Johannesburg a famous Boma dinner and much,
much more….
- Mystical Morocco – Nov/20 - 10- days. The Imperial cities of Casablanca, Rabat, Meknes, Fez, Volubilis, Marakesh, a sunset desert camel ride, dinners at a Moroccan family home, Atlas mountains and much more…
- Enchanting Peru – Sep/20 – 10- days. Back by popular demand, Visit the world-renowned culinary capital of Lima, the charming colonial city of Cusco, the famed Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu, pre-Inca ruins of Pachacamac and much
more.
- Kenya & Tanzania - The Wild Side of Africa - Sep/20 – Experience the great migration from Masa Mara to the Serengeti, Nairobi, Kazuri women’s cooperative, Samburu, Ngorongoro Crater, Arusha and much more.
Do you love food and have a passion for travel? There’s no better way to make genuine connections with locals than through their cuisine. Visit sizzling food stalls of Vietnam. Dine farm-to-table in Cuba. Cook with local chefs in Japan.
Solo-friendly small groups (12 max!) include women-only tours, low single supplements, and optional room sharing. Flexible itineraries offer ample time for socializing, relaxing, and exploring on your
own. Recommended by Fodor’s, Travel+Leisure, and National Geographic Traveler.
Where are Access Culinary Trips' solo travelers headed?
Culture. Cuisine. Connection. Browse all of our food tours around the world.
Our tours are tasty, and we're sweetening the deal even more just for solo travelers.
Save $100 when you book by December 31, 2019 and travel by December 31, 2020. Use promo code: Solo2020
A Journey of Self-Discovery
Fun, educational, and life-changing small-ship
expeditions to the Arctic and Atlantic Canada.
Navigate the icy waters of the Northwest Passage, explore the coast of Labrador or circumnavigate Newfoundland.
On board, enjoy presentations from foremost regional experts as we explore everything from local and international politics to arts, science, and culture.
We have set aside a number of single cabins aboard the 198-Passenger Ocean Endeavour.
For 30 years Adventure Canada has been engaging,
educating and entertaining by connecting people to each other and the land through award-winning travel experiences
If you see exactly what you have in mind for your journey on our website -www.valuetravelandtours.com, we're thrilled ! If not, please give us a call as we are highly skilled in creating tailor-made travel arrangements to suit a variety of interests and budgets. With decades of experience between us (and a sense of good humor), you’ll find that we take care of the smallest of details and thoroughly
prepare you for the adventure that awaits.
Extend this journey to include Egypt or Turkey/Istanbul or Cape Town South Africa for only $495 p/p more and $695 gets you 8-days in Jordan.
Make a new booking for almost any 2020 Explore trip between now and 02November 2019 and save 5%.
Mention promo code “Early bird 2020” to claim your discount.* For full details of offer go to www.exploreworldwide.com
These include
With over 45+ years’ experience creating Culture, Cycling, Hiking & Responsible Wildlife, Exodus is thrilled to announce the launch of our brand-new Exodus Quests. Led by renowned explorers, authors, photographers and documentary filmmakers – and a thirst for adventure – roam to
the furthest reaches of the globe on these transformative quests. Over 65% of Exodus’ travelers fly solo and we have thousands of happy travelers to prove it! Journey with 8-16 like-minded travelers from the USA, UK, Canada, Australia and New Zealand with single rooms for as little as $10 a night.
Friendly Planet crafts journeys that reflect how we love to travel. It's not about checking things off a list. We're passionate about getting to know and love other cultures, making new friends and getting beyond day-to-day boundaries. Then, after an exhilarating day exploring, we still enjoy a good night's sleep in a great hotel with modern amenities. With Friendly Planet, you don't have to choose between
cultural immersion and comfort.
- Authentic Havana | 5 days: fully-guided legal tour that puts you face-to-face with the wonders that Cuba has to offer! Learn
more.
- A Taste of Malaysia, Borneo & Bangkok | 14 days: Kuala Lumpur, Kuching and Borneo with Bako National Park (Semenggoh Orangutan Center!)
& Batang Ai, plus Bangkok. Learn more.
- Athens & 4 Day Greek Isles Cruise | 9 days: Athens' incredible history then four day cruise to Mykonos, Kusadasi & Ephesus, Patmos,
Rhodes, Santorini & Crete! Learn more.
Many
Trips with Solo Supplements Under $300
Going guided with a group is a great way to explore the world worry-free with an expert guide right by your side. Imagine seeing all of your dream destinations without the hassle of planning and logistics. All of your routes, meals, accommodations and must-sees are carefully vetted not only for quality but for safety as well.
Collette is a 100-year old, third generation, family-owned company. Every moment matters to us because we know it matters to you.
- Imperial Cities with Oberammergau Passion Play This trip comes along only once a decade. Delve into Budapest, Vienna and Prague, the Imperial Cities of Central Europe, and experience traditional entertainment and
the epic Oberammergau Passion Play that comes around only once a decade – May through October 2020 only. Limited availability.
- Discover Croatia, Slovenia and the Adriatic Coast - Dive into one thousand years of Croatian history as you explore its medieval cities, tranquil lakes, and charming local villages.
- Countryside of Emerald Isle – Visit Ireland and have rollicking fun as you journey along some of the world’s most scenic roads set beside emerald green rolling hills.
- Icelandic Adventure – Set out to discover Iceland’s adventurous landscapes and rich cultural heritage. From ethereal lava fields to thundering waterfalls to coastal villages, this tour reveals the island’s dramatic contrasts.
- Italy’s Treasures: Art, Food and Wine – The romance of Italy comes to life on this culinary and cultural adventure that will take you from medieval masterpieces to lively markets.
Solo travelers - Save $50-$100!
Are you up for exploring Colombia, with other travellers your age, and making a positive impact in the places you visit? Then come join us and discover why Colombia is THE hottest place to travel in 2020!
We’re Other Way Round and we’re obsessed with sharing the real Colombia with the world. We take small groups of adventurous travellers to the most beautiful, cultural and inspiring parts of Colombia with a focus on getting you away from the tourist areas and immersed in AUTHENTIC Colombia.
Here’s just a flavour of what you can expect:
- Explore the vibrant cities of MEDELLIN, CARTAGENA & BOGOTA
- Dance SALSA and CHAMPETA
- Participate in Colombia’s EXPLOSIVE national sport
- Meet COFFEE farmers and understand their craft
- Island-hop the stunning ROSARIO ISLANDS (on our private boat)
- HIKE lush jungles and discover breathtaking beaches in PARQUE TAYRONA
- LEARN about Colombia’s difficult past
We offer 1 and 2-week tours, for guests aged 25-45, the majority of whom travel solo. Sound like your kind of thing?
Then click here for prices, itineraries & dates and receive your 10% OFF discount code to save up to $350 when you book.
Visit eatwith.com to see over 5,000 experiences in 130+ countries. Sign up here and receive $10 off your first booking. Eat delicious food and discover new sights with other like-minded travelers!
- NEW YORK: An authentic Uruguayan barbecue &
cocktails in Brooklyn
- PARIS: A quintessential French
dinner in Montmartre
- BARCELONA: La Boqueria market tour & organic
cooking class:
- LONDON: Interactive gourmet dinner in an art
gallery
- ROME: Food walk & shopping tour around the
Vatican markets
To find out more or receive personalized experience recommendations, contact Eatwith on support@eatwith.com. *$10 discount cannot be used on gift cards, private events or other ongoing offers
O.A.T. is committed to helping our travelers explore the world for less, so we don’t charge a Single Supplement on any of our Small Group Adventures or trip extensions. And we offer low-cost Single Supplements on all Small Ship Adventures. Our itineraries feature authentic people-to-people experiences in off-the-beaten-path locations—always in the intimacy of a small group (average of
14 by land and 22 by sea). Plus, we offer travelers the freedom to personalize their experiences by adding pre- or post-trip extensions, “breaking away” to spend more time in the region, choosing their preferred airline, and more. Join us on your next adventure—and see why O.A.T. is the leader in solo-friendly travel.
Wondering where O.A.T.’s solo travelers are going in 2020?
Travel at the speed of you! The Blue Walk is about experience, people, beauty and a touch of luxury. Our small group walking vacations take place in unique, undiscovered locations. Our guests enjoy leisurely, small-group walking vacations along the beautiful coastlines, villages squares and open spaces of Europe while staying at luxury boutique hotels and resorts. Each tour includes daily 1-hour to 1/2-day walks
in some of the world’s most serene surroundings where you can look up into an open sky or gaze out at tranquil blue waters.
No hiking boots or backpacks required! We offer a unique blend of leisurely walking trails, coastal meandering, and urban strolling. Our travel journal workshops are a solo traveler favorite. All levels welcome and supported. Explore all our offerings at thebluewalk.com.
- Blue Walk Spain. Barcelona and Costa Brava: May 31-June 6, 2020- 6 nights
- Blue Walk Italy: Milan, Rapallo, Cinque Terre, Portofino, Bellagio, Lake Como. May 23-30, & October 19-26, 2020, 7 nights
- Blue Walk Greece Athens, Amorgos, Naxos, Santorini: October 1-13, 2019- April 21-May 3 & October 6-18, 2020 12 nights.
- Blue Walk France French Riviera: June 7-13, & September 27- October 3, 6 nights
- Blue Walk Italy, Umbria: May 25-31, 2020, 6 nights
Reduced single supplement for all tours. Must mention solotravelerworld.com
WOMEN'S JOURNEY TO KENYA FEBRUARY and JULY 2020 –A once-in-a lifetime luxury adventure for a woman’s heart! Celebrate women! Discover the little-known treasures of Africa in a 16-day cultural immersion into the lives of women, while enjoying all the comforts of premier 4-star hotels. Walk in the footsteps of a Nobel Peace Prize nominee, elite visionaries and colorful village women. Take
adventurous safaris and enjoy local art and culture. Immerse in the spirituality of a place where time slows and life is savored. Expect concierge services by expert host, Linda Higdon, who has worked 16 years with Kenya's women, giving you exclusive access! Renew with time just for you! Rest easy, knowing English is spoken. We welcome you at Nairobi's airport, then whisk you away to the elegant Fairview Hotel. FREE BONUS SAFARI with Early Bird
Prices.
Whether sharing stories under a blanket of stars in Morocco or gliding down the Nile in the new m/s Nebu, Vantage welcomes solo travelers with unforgettable experiences — and value.
We offer Free Single Supplements on all departures, up to free airfare savings, exclusive Solo connections, and best-in-class Concierge
If you’ve always loved the idea of a learning adventure by ship but aren’t sure about commercial cruises, we have the perfect experiences for you. In the spring of 2020, we’re casting off on a new collection of voyages aboard our first-ever floating campus, the Aegean Odyssey. The perfect level of comfort and amenities. Extraordinary educational experiences. And, of course, shipmates who love to learn as much as you do.
We’ve created a collection of unique itineraries designed to explore the world’s most compelling destinations, including Greece, Turkey, Croatia, Italy, France, Portugal, Egypt and more — including two brand-new Grand Odyssey voyages!
Here’s what you’ll love about our floating campus:
- Voyages 20% to 30% below the cost of most commercial cruises
- Expert-led field trips in every port of call for an in-depth experience
- Lectures from two onboard expert instructors on every departure
- Free round-trip airfare from many cities, plus worry-free transportation from the airport to the ship
- Combine back-to-back learning adventures and save up to $1,000 per person!
CONTACT: In the US & Canada (800) 454-5768. Outside of US & Canada 1-978-323-4141 or by email at contact@roadscholar.org.
In seven emails, we’ll help you:
- Gain the confidence needed to realize your dream trip
- Better understand your travel strengths and abilities even if you haven't traveled
- Learn travel planning skills for a trip you’ll love
- Know which travel resources deliver more travel for less money
- Rediscover a sense of wonder to take on your travels
- Learn successful money-saving techniques
- Plan for a safe and exciting trip
79% of respondents said they are likely to recommend the course to a friend and rated is 4.4 Stars out of 5.
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