Turning 50 — or 60, or 70 — is not a reason to slow down. If anything, it’s the best possible reason to speed up. You have the time, the perspective, and the hard-won self-knowledge to get far more out of travel than you ever could when you were younger.
The question isn’t whether to go. It’s where.
Here are ten of the best destinations for solo travellers over 50 — chosen for their richness of experience, their suitability for small group travel, and their ability to genuinely surprise even the most well-travelled among us.
1. India — Royal Rajasthan
Few destinations on earth deliver the sheer sensory richness of India. The palaces of Rajasthan, the colour and chaos of its markets, the warmth of its people — India doesn’t just show you something new. It recalibrates the way you see everything else.
For solo travellers over 50, a well-organised small group tour is the ideal way to experience India. The logistics can be complex, the distances significant, and having a knowledgeable local guide makes the difference between scratching the surface and genuinely understanding what you’re seeing.
Highlights include the Pink City of Jaipur, the romantic lakes of Udaipur, the ancient temples of Varanasi, and the incomparable Taj Mahal at sunrise.
Two’s a Crowd runs small group tours to Royal Rajasthan — View the itinerary here
2. Morocco
Morocco is one of those destinations that feels like stepping into another world — and that’s precisely its appeal. The labyrinthine medinas of Fez and Marrakech, the vast silence of the Sahara, the blue-washed streets of Chefchaouen, the Atlantic coast at Essaouira.
It’s a country of extraordinary contrasts, and it rewards curious, open-minded travellers — exactly the kind who tend to travel with Two’s a Crowd.
Morocco is also remarkably accessible. Relatively short flight times from Australia (via the Middle East), a well-developed tourism infrastructure, and a culture that is genuinely welcoming to visitors make it an ideal first foray into Africa.
Two’s a Crowd runs small group tours to Morocco — View the itinerary here
3. Vietnam & Cambodia
Southeast Asia has long been a favourite for solo travellers, and Vietnam and Cambodia together make for one of the most rewarding combinations in the region.
Vietnam’s extraordinary diversity — from the street food of Hanoi to the lantern-lit streets of Hoi An to the limestone karsts of Ha Long Bay — keeps even experienced travellers constantly engaged. Cambodia adds the humbling grandeur of Angkor Wat, one of the great archaeological sites of the world.
The pace of life, the food, the warmth of the people, and the relatively gentle travel conditions make this combination particularly well-suited to travellers over 50.
Two’s a Crowd runs small group tours combining Vietnam & Cambodia — View the itinerary here .
4. East Africa — Kenya, Tanzania & Zanzibar
If you’ve ever dreamed of watching the Great Migration, or seeing a lion at dawn on the Serengeti, East Africa is the destination that will exceed every expectation you’ve brought to it.
A wildlife safari in Kenya and Tanzania is bucket-list travel at its most spectacular — and it’s more accessible than most people imagine. Modern safari lodges and camps are comfortable and well-run, game drives are conducted in dedicated vehicles with expert guides, and the physical demands are minimal compared to the rewards.
Add a few days on the spice island of Zanzibar — white sand beaches, turquoise water, the ancient Stone Town — and you have one of the great travel experiences on earth.
Two’s a Crowd runs small group tours to East Africa including Kenya, Tanzania & Zanzibar — View the itinerary here .
5. Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka punches well above its weight as a travel destination. In a country roughly the size of Tasmania, you’ll find ancient Buddhist temples, misty tea country, elephant sanctuaries, colonial heritage, and some of the most beautiful beaches in Asia.
It’s also a remarkably easy country to travel in — the infrastructure is good, the people are genuinely welcoming, and the food is spectacular. For solo travellers over 50 looking for a destination that’s rich in culture but not overwhelming in scale, Sri Lanka is close to perfect.
Two’s a Crowd runs small group tours to Sri Lanka — View the itinerary here.
6. South America — Peru, Argentina & Beyond
South America is a continent that rewards travellers with a sense of adventure and a willingness to be surprised. The ancient Inca citadel of Machu Picchu, the tango bars of Buenos Aires, the otherworldly landscapes of Patagonia, the Amazon basin — the diversity is staggering.
For solo travellers over 50, a small group tour takes the complexity out of South American logistics while preserving the sense of genuine discovery. Distances are vast, but the payoff at every destination makes the journey worthwhile.
Two’s a Crowd runs small group tours to South America —View the itinerary here.
7. Scandinavia — Winter Wonderland
For something completely different, Scandinavia in winter offers experiences you simply cannot have anywhere else on earth. The Northern Lights dancing across a midnight sky. Dog sledding through silent snow-covered forests. Reindeer herding with the Sámi people. Warming your hands around an open fire in a traditional wooden lodge.
It’s dramatic, it’s beautiful, and it’s the kind of travel that produces stories you’ll be telling for the rest of your life. For solo travellers over 50 who feel they’ve “done” the warm-weather destinations, Scandinavia in winter is a revelation.
Two’s a Crowd runs a Winter Fairytale small group tour to Scandinavia — View the itinerary here.
8. New Zealand South Island
For those who prefer to start closer to home, New Zealand’s South Island is a masterclass in natural beauty. Fiordland, the Southern Alps, the Marlborough wine region, the glaciers of the West Coast, the lakeside elegance of Queenstown — it’s all here, in a country that’s easy to navigate, safe, and spectacularly scenic.
Travelling as part of a small solo group also means you’ll experience New Zealand with a ready-made group of companions — perfect for activities like scenic cruises, wine tastings, and sunset walks that are so much better shared.
Two’s a Crowd runs a small group winter tour of the New Zealand South Island — View the itinerary here.
9. Japan
Japan consistently tops “dream destination” lists for good reason. The precision and grace of Tokyo, the ancient temples of Kyoto, the bullet trains, the cherry blossoms, the food — Japan is endlessly fascinating and surprisingly easy to navigate even as an independent traveller.
For solo travellers over 50, Japan offers a rare combination: a destination that feels genuinely exotic and yet is remarkably safe, orderly, and visitor-friendly. It’s the kind of place that inspires return trips before you’ve even left.
Two’s a Crowd will be launching a Japan small group tour in the second half of 2027 — watch this space.
10. Taiwan
Taiwan is one of Asia’s most underrated travel destinations — and solo travellers over 50 who make the trip tend to wonder why it took them so long. Taipei is a world-class city with extraordinary food, vibrant night markets, and a remarkably easy public transport system. Beyond the capital, the dramatic Taroko Gorge, the hot springs of Beitou, the cycling routes of the Sun Moon Lake region, and the traditional tea houses of the mountainous interior offer something for every kind of traveller.
Taiwan is also exceptionally safe, English signage is widespread, and the Taiwanese are among the most genuinely welcoming people in Asia. For solo travellers over 50 looking for an Asian destination that feels adventurous without being logistically daunting, Taiwan belongs near the top of the list.
Two’s a Crowd will be launching a Taiwan small group tour in the second half of 2027 — register your interest with our team.
Travelling Solo Over 50: What Makes the Difference
The destination matters — but so does how you travel.
For solo travellers over 50, small group tours designed exclusively for solo travellers offer something that independent travel and mainstream group tours simply can’t match: the perfect balance of freedom and companionship, with none of the awkwardness of being the only single person in a group of couples.
At Two’s a Crowd, every tour is built around this idea. Your own private room always. Low or no single supplements. Small groups of typically 10–15 solo travellers. And every tour escorted by a dedicated Two’s a Crowd Host from Australia.
Whether it’s your first solo trip or your fifteenth, the right company makes all the difference.
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Two’s a Crowd is Australia’s leading small group tour company exclusively for solo travellers, operating since 2012. ATIA accredited. Mutliple award winner.
By Ken Morgan, Founder of Two’s a Crowd — Australia’s leading solo travel company since 2012.
