A Guide to Solo Travel Destinations

There are solo travelers all over the world, but not always solo destinations.

This guide will help you find some of the best solo travel destinations out there so that you can go solo without sacrificing luxury or safety.

Each destination is chosen for its beauty, culture, and general sense of adventure. We hope this list inspires you to get out there on your own!

Iceland

Iceland is a solo traveler’s dream. Iceland’s topography offers many beautiful opportunities to hike, tour glaciers and waterfalls, and enjoy the spectacular views from high up on cliffs or mountainsides.

The natural beauty of this country has been featured in lots of movies. The country also allows you to reflect amidst the unique nature with their peaceful vibes and solemn atmospheres.

They are also a popular solo travel destination because of how safe it is in general. There are no dangerous animals or insects to worry about, the crime rate is incredibly low, and it has a very low homicide rate.

If you can, visit Iceland in the wintertime to experience “The Northern Lights.”

Scotland

Scotland’s scenery ranges from the highlands to mountains, rivers and waterfalls, forests, castles, lochs (lakes), and coasts.

There are also countless opportunities for solo travelers to meet new people in pubs or at festivals, and solo travelers will be surrounded by friendly locals.

Scotland also offers solo travelers many fantastic opportunities for outdoor adventure. Solo travel activities include hiking, cycling, fishing, kayaking/canoeing, climbing up mountains or waterfalls to enjoy incredible views of Scotland’s stunning natural beauty.

You can explore the Highlands of Scotland or see if you can get the Loch Ness Monster to appear for you!

Machu Picchu

Machu Picchu is a great destination for its stunning and incredible experience for all solo travelers. It’s been voted as one of the best places in the world for solo traveling.

There are lots of outdoor adventures to do here as well. Hiking trails with beautiful views will take you throughout Machu Picchu and up to the ruins, solo travelers are surrounded by beautiful nature.

Costa Rica

Costa Rica is an absolutely unique destination and is a popular place to head to, whether you’re alone or not. It has fascinating biodiversity, natural beauty, and all of the solo activities you could ever want to do.

Solo travelers can enjoy beautiful views, and perfect weather year-round with beaches that are safe and beautiful. It’s one of the best places to go if you’re craving calming waves and water adventures.

You can go surfing, diving in the blue waters of the Pacific or Caribbean sea, hiking up volcanoes, or enjoy exotic fruits.

Thailand

If you can only go to one Southeast Asian country for your solo travel, Thailand is up there for the number one spot.

The things to do here are so diverse, the culture is rich, and the food is some of the best in the area. The country is also exceptionally safe for solo female travelers.

Some of the things you can do here as a solo traveler include Muay Thai Boxing, Elephant Sanctuary, Scuba diving in Thailand’s famous Similan Islands, Emerald Pool, or Tiger Temple to name a few.

Austin, Texas

Austin has a laid-back atmosphere with friendly locals and amazing food. It’s a great escape if you’re in the US and you can take many solo trips in the city.

You can head to one of the many parks in Austin, enjoy local food at any number of restaurants, and many water adventures including kayaking on Town Lake (Lady Bird Lake).

There are also many festivals in Austin including SXSW and you can’t leave the city without doing a food trip!

Singapore

Singapore is so culturally-diverse with the most ethnically diverse population in Asia. They’ve consistently been awarded to have the best airport in the world, Changi Airport.

They have a really easy public transport system and well-developed infrastructure. Plus, there’s just so much to do at this destination!

Some things you can do are trips to the zoo, visiting one of the many museums or historical sites. They are also famous for their hawker stalls with some of the best cuisines in Southeast Asia.

There are also lots of outdoor activities here like taking a boat trip around Singapore (boat quay), hiking trips to Mount Faber, or trips to Sentosa Island.

Singapore has fantastic opportunities for travelers who are all about fun and party. There are huge shopping malls, exciting nightlife, and beautiful landscapes especially at Gardens by the Bay.

New Zealand

New Zealand travelers will enjoy solo trips to the many national parks where you can hike through beautiful landscapes and experience a diverse range of flora and fauna.

You can’t go wrong with booking a ticket to New Zealand. It offers plenty of access to unique experiences.

One such example is traveling on foot or by car from one secluded beach to another, you can also visit New Zealand’s famous Lord of the Rings locations solo, or chill and do vineyard tours.

Germany

Germany is a good choice for solo travelers because of its well-developed public transport systems that connect major cities and towns. It’s totally convenient and gives you many opportunities for day trips and exploring more of Europe.

Germany offers many historical sites for the solo traveler, as well as outdoor adventures. They have wonderful national parks and hills to climb on. Berlin also has a thriving nightlife and culture that will keep the party going on for hours.

There are lots of things to enjoy in Germany even if you’re traveling alone. So make sure not to miss this gorgeous destination!

Switzerland

Solo travelers will love Switzerland because of its beautiful landscapes including mountains, lakes, and glaciers.

They also have many trails that you can hike solo on foot or by bike to enjoy the scenery without having too much worry about getting lost solo!

Switzerland is a good place for outdoor activity especially if you love winter sports like skiing which they are famous for. You can explore the many ski resorts that spread across this mountainous country. There’s also mountain climbing, skydiving, or even bungee jumping solo.

Solo travelers will also have access to a wide variety of local food and wine while you’re here. As the country that invented milk chocolate, you can go on chocolate tours or visit some world-famous factories.

Traveling on your own may feel lonely at times, but there are loads of reasons to do it. Different travel destinations aren’t always designed for many people and you can always find something that will fit you.

These cities and countries also have well-developed public transport systems, so it’s easy to get around as a solo traveler. Not only this but the cost of living is cheaper.

Hope your trip is fun and you’ve got some trip ideas from our list!