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Choosing solo travel in 2025

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Newmarket Holidays

Discover the world and the pleasures of solo travelling with our small-group, escorted tour collection.

With the start of the new year, it’s the perfect time to step out of your comfort zone and discover the world – but why let travel stress and larger groups slow your travel plans down? With 10 tours in our Solo Traveller Collection and over 40 others with no-single supplements, we’re proud to offer the perfect getaway for experienced independent travellers and first timers alike.  

Encompassing fascinating excursions, immersive cultural experiences and social opportunities sprinkled throughout, our carefully crafted itineraries help you step out of your comfort zone in a safe and enriching way. Whether you’re a seasoned solo explorer or are taking your first steps out of your comfort zone, this is your sign to give solo travel a try in 2025.

Opportunities to meet new, like-minded friends  

On one of our tailored solo travel tours, you may be travelling solo, but you’ll never feel alone. With a number of social opportunities, including welcome drinks, dinners and farewell meals, included in the price, you’ll be well-placed to make friends for life amongst your like-minded tour group. What’s more, we appreciate that meeting new people can be a daunting prospect, so you’ll have free rein to interact with the other guests as much or as little as you’d like – it’s completely up to you!  

Smaller group sizes  

As keen sightseers ourselves, we appreciate that group sizes can make or break your touring experience, but with each exclusively solo tour capped at only 25 travellers, you can rest assured that you’ll have fewer distractions and more intimate guidance. As a smaller group, you’ll also have easier access to each destination’s most alluring attractions, meaning you’ll spend less time queueing and more time for the moments that matter.  

Wish-list destinations for solo travellers 

With fewer passengers on these tours, we’re always considerate of how travel-friendly our destinations are and select only the most solo-suitable settings for our tours. From Canada’s Rocky Mountain resorts to Europe’s coastal treasures and the cultural highlights of Asia’s southern stretches, each destination has been hand-picked for its convenience, accommodations and accessibility to ensure your travel experience is as stress-free and enjoyable as possible. Each itinerary is purpose-built with independent exploration in mind, and you’ll enjoy plenty of time to venture out under your own steam in between each included excursion.

Guided by friendly tour managers  

It goes without saying that travelling solo can be a daunting prospect, but you’ll never feel alone when travelling with us. Our expert tour managers will help you step out of your comfort zone, make the most of every location and make memories that you won’t ever forget. And who knows – you might even learn a few things about yourself, gain confidence under guidance or find a newfound passion for independent travel! 

Your holiday, your way 

While you’ll enjoy plenty of fascinating included excursions throughout your trip, we’re proud to offer you the freedom to tailor your experience to your own tastes with a host of unforgettable optional activities. From island-hopping trips to Croatia’s coastal gem, Hvar, and guided wildlife walks through Kerala’s evergreen forests to immersive cultural experiences in the Maasai Mara, the opportunities to personalise your tour experience are endless.

Flights, transfers and accommodation – all included  

One of the best parts about our award-winning solo tours, is that they’re carefully crafted with flights, transfers, and accommodations included, meaning you can fully focus on making memories and friendships to last a lifetime. What’s more, with every destination stay, you’ll be guaranteed your own private guestroom so you can always rest and recharge away from your fellow travellers if need be.  

Embrace the joys of solo travel with Newmarket Holidays 

From the second you book your wish-list break to the moment you land back at home; our dedicated travel experts will be on hand to make sure you’re comfortable and content. Give one of our friendly holiday planners a call, or visit our website, to take your first steps towards solo travel today.

Our Exclusively Solo tours

View of Urquhart Castle and Loch Ness, with the sun shining on the castle
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Highlights of the Scottish Highlands – Exclusively Solos
Scotland
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  • Take in the royal family's official Scottish residence with a fascinating tour of Balmoral Castle & Estate
  • Take in the breathtaking vista of the Cairngorms National Park from the UK's highest restaurant atop Cairngorm Mountain
  • Embark on a two-hour cruise across the mystical waters of Loch Ness
  • 5 days from £1,125 pp

    was £1,249 pp

  • Dates Available

    May 2025 - October 2026

  • Duration

    5 days

  • Depart From

    6 airports

  • Excursions

    4 included

  • Meals

    9 included

View of Monreale Cathedral through archways
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A Snapshot of Western Sicily - Exclusively Solos
Italy
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  • Survey the salt pans in Marsala, learn about the production of sea salt, and sample local wines at a historical winery
  • Explore the medieval town of Erice with panoramic views and visit Trapani's historic centre
  • Discover Palermo's food markets and culinary scene, as well as the city's artistic and monumental riches on the Arab-Norman route
  • 8 days from £1,696 pp

    was £1,995 pp

  • Dates Available

    April 2025 - October 2025

  • Duration

    8 days

  • Depart From

    3 airports

  • Excursions

    5 included

  • Meals

    14 included

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Delights of Croatia - Exclusively Solos
Croatia
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  • Discover the rich history and cultural landmarks of Stari Grad, the oldest town in Croatia
  • Explore the island town of Trogir, the most preserved medieval town in central Europe
  • Sample local wines and snacks at a vineyard along the Peljesac Peninsula
  • 9 days from £1,772 pp

    was £2,215 pp

  • Dates Available

    April 2025 - October 2025

  • Duration

    9 days

  • Depart From

    3 airports

  • Excursions

    4 included

  • Meals

    16 included

Library Of Celsus Ephesus
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Ephesus and Highlights of Western Turkey - Exclusively Solos
Turkey
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  • Explore the well-preserved ruins in the ancient city of Herakleia at Latmos with a guided hike
  • Discover Aphrodisias, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and Nysa with its sprawling theatre
  • Visit the port town of Teos, with its Temple of Dionysus, and Sigacik, a former fishing village
  • 8 days from £1,530 pp

    was £1,799 pp

  • Dates Available

    April 2025 - October 2025

  • Duration

    8 days

  • Depart From

    6 airports

  • Excursions

    4 included

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Morocco - Marrakesh, Sahara Desert and Essaouria - Exclusively Solos
Morocco
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  • Journey into the Atlas Mountains to one of Morocco’s most well-known kasbahs, Ait Ben Haddou
  • Discover Ouarzazate, the ‘Gateway to the Sahara’ and a popular film-making location
  • Call at Agdz, a lush palm oasis bounded by arid desert terrain, popular for its date market
  • 9 days from £2,336 pp

    was £2,595 pp

  • Dates Available

    September 2025 - December 2026

  • Duration

    9 days

  • Depart From

    1 airport

  • Excursions

    8 included

  • Meals

    17 included

Giraffes In Kenya
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Kenyan Wildlife and Coastal Explorer - Exclusively Solos
Kenya
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  • Experience a full day exploring the wonders of Tsavo West National Park, with morning and afternoon game drives
  • Witness Africa's highest mountain and a dormant volcano, towering Mount Kilimanjaro
  • Soak up the sun amongst Kenya's pristine coastal vistas, or enjoy a cocktail by the poolside, with an all-inclusive beach resort stay
  • 10 days from £3,311 pp

    was £3,895 pp

  • Dates Available

    May 2025 - November 2026

  • Duration

    10 days

  • Depart From

    1 airport

  • Excursions

    6 included

  • Meals

    24 included

Calgary, Canada
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Canadian Rockies and Lake Louise - Exclusively Solos
Canada
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  • Spend time in Calgary, nicknamed ‘Cowtown’ and serving as a getaway to the Canadian Rockies, taking in its sights
  • Journey into the rugged, snow-carpeted landscapes of Banff National Park for a five-night stay in beautiful Banff
  • Enjoy a guided excursion, keeping an eye out for native wildlife while ascending Sulphur Mountain for unrivalled views of the Rockies.
  • 9 days from £2,885 pp

    was £3,205 pp

  • Dates Available

    December 2025 - November 2026

  • Duration

    9 days

  • Depart From

    1 airport

  • Excursions

    2 included

  • Meals

    1 included

Image of Taj Mahal in the Sunset
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India's Golden Triangle, Tigers and Amritsar’s Golden Temple - Exclusively Solos
India
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  • Witness the Palki Ceremony at the Golden Temple and learn about the Sikh religion
  • Discover the rich history of Jaipur during a city tour, covering the famed Hawa Mahal and City Palace
  • Embark on safaris into Ranthambhore National Park, offering a rare opportunity to see animals up close
  • 13 days from £2,606 pp

    was £2,895 pp

  • Dates Available

    May 2025 - November 2026

  • Duration

    13 days

  • Depart From

    3 airports

  • Excursions

    9 included

  • Meals

    25 included

Thousand Pillar Hall, Meenakshi Temple, Madurai, India
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India's South - Kerala and Madurai's Temples - Exclusively Solos
India
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  • Observe the sacred ‘Going to Bed’ ceremony at Meenakshi Temple
  • Experience India’s thriving spice and tea industries with guided tours, from plantations to packaging factories
  • Discover Kochi’s landmarks with a sightseeing tour of the coastal metropolis and witness the city’s fishnets
  • 11 days from £2,970 pp

    was £3,299 pp

  • Dates Available

    November 2025 - November 2026

  • Duration

    11 days

  • Depart From

    3 airports

  • Excursions

    9 included

  • Meals

    19 included

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Heritage of Vietnam and Cambodia - Exclusively Solos
Cambodia, Vietnam
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  • Travel to the magnificent Angkor Wat, the world’s largest religious structure, and discover the ‘lost city’ of Angkor Thom
  • Set sail on an overnight cruise around the spectacular Halong Bay, with a cooking class, squid fishing and morning tai chi
  • See the Củ Chi tunnel complex while learning about the importance of this underground labyrinth
  • 14 days from £3,595 pp

    was £4,229 pp

  • Dates Available

    May 2025 - November 2026

  • Duration

    14 days

  • Depart From

    1 airport

  • Excursions

    9 included

  • Meals

    22 included

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