Solo Holidays for over 60s

If you are over 60 and looking for a singles holiday that incorporates adventure, then a Tucan Travel group tour is a great choice. We are not like other singles vacation choices for seniors. We will not hold your hand and decide where you eat. Instead, we will offer you enough free time to enjoy your holiday how you wish, with the flexibility to book onto optional excursions of your own choosing. You will be travelling with a mixed group of all different ages, where around 60% are normally solo travellers. Our group tours are fast-paced and you will be travelling mainly on local transport to get you from A to B. We stay in authentic hotels and locally-owned hotels so it is a perfect choice if you are looking for an adventurous singles holiday for over 60s.

Solo Holidays for over 60s: Where to go

As a solo traveller in their over 60s maybe you have seen a lot of the world already. Our tours take you to some of the worlds biggest highlights as well as off-the-beaten track destinations. For a singles tour that incorporates history and culture you could choose our Egypt, Jordan and Israel tour. It will take you to the core religious and historical sites with an expert local guide leading the way.

If you want the ultimate Europe tour for your singles holiday, why not consider our 38 day Eastern Europe Adventure trip. It will take you through the best bits of eastern and central Europe. As a solo traveller you will be sharing accommodation with someone of the same gender unless you book a single supplement.

For more inspiration check out some of our favourite solo travel destinations for those 60 and over below.

Solo holidays in Myanmar

A tour of Myanmar, also known as Burma is a great place to travel for singles over 60. You will visit th Northern Shan states which are off the tourist trail. Enjoy local lunches and walks through tranquil villages led by a local guide.

Solo holidays in Antarctica

A cruise to Antarctica is the ultimate vacation idea for singles over 60. You will sail on the M/V Ushuaia keeping an eye out for whales, penguins and many other Antarctic seabitds. There are also full lecture programmes to enjoy.

Solo holidays in Austria

Visit Austria on one of our tours through Europe. If you are a solo traveller who likes music, the city of music, Vienna is the ideal place to visit. Book tickets to the opera and follow in the footsteps of composers like Mozart and Bach.

Solo Holidays for over 60s: Top Tips

Taking a tour as a solo traveller over 60 is a fantastic experience. To fully enjoy your trip make sure you check out our few handy top tips before you travel.

1) Is the trip right for you?

To really get the most out of your group tour make sure you research your trip beforehand. Tucan Travel tours are fast-paced and adventurous where you will need to be able to carry your own bags and walk with ease. In some cases we may ask you to fill out a tour suitability form - we want you to enjoy your adventure and ensure you book the trip that’s right for you.

2) Travel insurance and visas

Make sure you check before you travel your necessary visa arrangements. You can use our Visa Guide page, or speak to a local embassy for more details. Similarly, travel insurance is compulsory on all of our group tours. You will need proof of it when you meet your Tour Leader on day one of the tour.

3) Practice with the locals

It's always good knowing a few words of the local language when you take a singles vacation. When you visit local restaurants or stay at homestays such as the ones on our Cuba tours, practice a few phrases with the locals around - they will appreciate it and you will surpise yourself with how much you know!

4) Pack light

On our group tours you will be required to carry your own bag so we really recommend packing light and leaving the unnecessary items at home! We recommend an easy to carry backpack as in some places we stay there are no lifts.

5) Embrace the solo travel

It can be daunting travelling as a solo traveller at any age. Our group tours attract like-minded people and as a number of them are solo passengers themselves it is a great way to make new friends from all over the world. The Tour Leader will be on hand to break the ice at the pre-departure meeting and for any questions, if you are a nervous traveller.

bagan solo travel tourist exporing for adventure on a singles holiday

11 best tips for travelling solo

Planning to travel solo for the first time can make for mixed emotions - it can be exhilarating and daunting all at once. But travelling alone doesn’t have to be a lonely experience - in fact, it helps build your confidence and forge friendships that really can last a lifetime. So whether you’re joining a group tour, or planning your own independent trip, here are our top 11 tips for your first solo adventure abroad.

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