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It varies by tour, but solo travellers typically make up the majority of the group — often 60% or more — and most of these are women. You'll rarely be the only one travelling alone.

By default, solo travellers are paired with someone of the same sex to share a room at no extra cost. If you'd prefer your own room, this is usually available for a supplement, subject to availability — just let us know when you book.

You'll typically meet everyone in person on day one, often at a welcome meeting at your accommodation. Your guide will be there to introduce everyone and get the trip started.

Every itinerary mixes guided activities with free time. You're never obligated to spend every moment with the group — plenty of solo travellers use the free time to explore independently, then reconnect with the group later.

Small group tours are one of the most reassuring ways to travel solo, since you're never navigating a new country entirely on your own. You'll have a local guide throughout, a group to explore with, and support on hand if anything comes up.

Yes, travel insurance is required for all our tours. It's your responsibility to arrange cover before travelling, and your guide may ask to see your policy details at the start of the trip.

Yes — alongside our general Europe tours (which attract a broad mix of ages), we offer a dedicated range of 18-30s tours across many of the same destinations, for solo travellers who'd rather travel with people in a similar age bracket.

If you're older and prefer an extra level of comfort, our premium tours generally attract travellers aged between 50-70 and come with upgraded accommodation, private transport and exclusive experiences. 

Popular choices for solo travellers include Italy and Greece for their mix of culture and coastline, Croatia for its coastline and nightlife, and Central European multi-country routes for travellers who want to cover more ground in one trip. The right choice really depends on whether you want to go deep on one country or sample several.

Europe is generally considered one of the more straightforward regions for solo female travel. As with travelling anywhere, it's sensible to research the specific areas on your itinerary and take normal precautions, and travelling as part of a small group tour adds an extra layer of reassurance.

Often not — most of the EU uses the euro, so many multi-country itineraries only require one currency. If your route includes non-euro countries (the UK, Switzerland, or parts of the Balkans, for example), this will be flagged on the individual tour page.

It varies by tour, but several of our multi-country Europe itineraries are built around train travel, giving you the classic Interrail-style experience of moving between countries by rail, with all the logistics and connections planned for you.

Most UK passport holders don't need a visa for short stays in the Schengen Area, though this can vary depending on your nationality and the specific countries on your itinerary. It's worth checking current entry requirements for each country you'll be visiting before you travel.

Late spring and early autumn (May–June and September) tend to offer a good balance of pleasant weather and smaller crowds across most of Europe. July and August are peak season, especially for beach destinations, while winter suits city breaks and Christmas markets in Central Europe.

Not really — your guide will handle the parts where language matters most (accommodation, transport, local logistics), and English is widely spoken in most tourist areas across Europe. It's still worth learning a few basic phrases for each country, but it's not something solo travellers need to worry about.