If you’ve been telling yourself that solo travel is something you’ll get to “one day” — consider this your sign that one day is now.
Travelling solo over 60 is one of the most rewarding things you can do. You have the time, the life experience, and the self-knowledge to get far more out of travel than you ever could in your 30s. And with the right kind of tour, the practical concerns that might be holding you back simply disappear.
Here’s everything you need to know.
“Am I Too Old to Start Travelling Solo?”
Absolutely not — and you’re not alone in asking.
Many of Two’s a Crowd’s most enthusiastic travellers took their first solo trip in their 60s, 70s, or beyond. Some had been through a divorce or lost a partner. Others had spent decades putting everyone else first. A few just woke up one day and decided they weren’t going to wait for someone else to say yes.
What they all discovered is the same thing: it’s not as daunting as it sounds, the people you meet make it extraordinary, and the only regret most of them have is not doing it sooner.
The Real Advantages of Solo Travel Over 60
- You Know Exactly What You Want
At 60-plus, you’ve earned the right to be particular. You know whether you’re a history buff or a wildlife lover, whether you want to push your comfort zone or simply savour something beautiful. Solo travel lets you follow your own instincts — no compromises, no vetoing, no one dragging you around museums when you’d rather be at a café watching the world go by.
- You Have the Time to Do It Properly
Travel in your 30s and 40s is often squeezed into two weeks between work commitments and school holidays. Now you can travel for three weeks, take your time, and actually absorb what you’re experiencing. That’s an entirely different — and infinitely richer — way to see the world.
- You’re Better Company
Decades of life experience make you a far more interesting travel companion than your younger self. Conversations run deeper, humour runs drier, and you’re much less likely to spend the evening glued to your phone. The friendships made on a solo group tour at this stage of life tend to be genuine and lasting.
- The World Is More Accessible Than Ever
Travelling solo over 60 doesn’t mean roughing it. Thoughtfully designed small group tours handle all the logistics — accommodation, transfers, guides, visa requirements — so you can focus entirely on the experience. More on this below.
Common Concerns — and Honest Answers
“What if something goes wrong with my health?”
This is the most common worry, and it’s a reasonable one. A few practical points:
- Always take out comprehensive travel insurance that covers pre-existing conditions. Don’t skip this step.
- Reputable tour operators carry emergency contact protocols and work with local medical providers.
- Travel in a small group means you’re never far from people who know you — unlike going it completely alone.
- Many destinations have excellent medical facilities, and your tour operator will know where to find them.
Talk to your doctor before any long-haul trip and carry a clear summary of your medications and medical history. It’s simple preparation that gives you genuine peace of mind.
“Will I feel out of place travelling alone?”
On a group tour designed for solo travellers, you won’t be alone for a moment — unless you choose to be. Everyone in the group is in exactly the same situation: they came by themselves and they’re there for the same reasons you are. The dynamic is remarkably easy and the friendships form quickly.
What you won’t experience is that slightly uncomfortable feeling of being the only solo traveller in a group of couples. That’s the whole point of travelling with a company like Two’s a Crowd.
“Is it safe?”
Safety is relative and context-dependent. Travelling as part of a small, well-organised group in the company of an experienced local guide is, in many ways, safer than travelling independently. You’re never navigating unfamiliar transport systems alone at night, you have local knowledge at your fingertips, and someone always knows where you are.
That said, do your research on any destination, check government travel advisories, and choose a tour operator with a solid track record.
“What if I don’t get on with the group?”
It happens occasionally — not everyone clicks perfectly. But in a group of 10 to 15 people who all chose solo group travel deliberately, the chances of finding at least a few kindred spirits are very high. Two’s a Crowd travellers tend to be curious, independent-minded, and good-humoured — the kind of people who make travel better.
What to Look for in a Solo Travel Tour Over 60
Not all group tours are created equal. If you’re travelling solo for the first time, or returning to travel after a long break, these are the things that matter most:
Your own private room — always. Sharing a room with a stranger is a dealbreaker for most people over 60, and rightly so. Make sure your tour operator guarantees a private room with no sharing and no single supplement surprises.
Small group sizes. Large groups of 40 or 50 people are exhausting and impersonal. Look for groups of 10 to 15 — small enough to feel like you’re travelling with friends, large enough to guarantee interesting company.
Genuine solo traveller focus. Some tours accept solo travellers but are primarily designed for couples. A tour company that works exclusively with solo travellers creates a fundamentally different dynamic — and a much more comfortable one.
An experienced, caring host. The quality of your Tour Host makes or breaks the experience. Look for operators who use experienced, Australia-based hosts who travel with the group throughout.
Realistic pace. A tour that packs in 12 activities in 14 days sounds impressive until day four. Look for itineraries with genuine breathing room — time to sit with a coffee, wander without a schedule, and actually absorb where you are.
Two’s a Crowd: Built for Solo Travellers Over 40
Two’s a Crowd has been running small group tours exclusively for solo travellers since 2012. Every tour in our program is designed with the following guarantees:
- Your own private room — always. No sharing, ever.
- Low or no single supplements — because the solo supplement is one of travel’s great injustices.
- Small groups of typically 10–15 people, all travelling solo.
- Every tour escorted by a dedicated Two’s a Crowd Host from Australia.
- Destinations across Africa, Asia, Europe, the Americas, and beyond.
Our travellers range in age from their early 40s to their mid-80s. Many are in their 60s and 70s — and many took their very first solo trip with us. If you’ve been waiting for the right moment, and the right company, this is it.
Ready to Take the First Step?
Browse our upcoming solo travel tours and find a destination that speaks to you. Every trip includes a detailed itinerary, full pricing, and everything you need to make an informed decision.
There’s never been a better time to start. The world is waiting — and so is a group of like-minded travellers who can’t wait to meet you.
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Two’s a Crowd is Australia’s leading small group tour company exclusively for solo travellers, operating since 2012. ATAS accredited. Mutliple award winner.
By Ken Morgan, Founder of Two’s a Crowd — Australia’s leading solo travel company since 2012.
