The Best Trips for Solo Female Travellers

Lorna Turnbull

Want time on your own with the option of a shared experience? Join one of these exclusive trips and try camel riding in the Sahara or karaoke in Japan with like-minded adventurers.

Travelling alone as a woman isn’t always easy. While many places welcome you with open arms, others may make you feel a little cautious. To get the most out of your trip, it’s important to ensure you are as comfortable as possible. Below is a rundown of the top group trips by Culture Trip that will appeal to solo female travellers eager to explore the world again.

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Sushi-making, temple tours and karaoke in Japan

Try martial arts and wander through centuries-old bamboo forests on this 12-day Rail Trip in Japan. You’ll take in the Hiroshima Peace Park and Museum; explore sacred temples in Kyoto; and sample sake in a traditional ryokan in the Japanese Alps. Finish up in Tokyo, where you’ll see sumo wrestlers in training and try Taiko drumming, before rounding off the trip with a slightly more modern tradition: karaoke.

From US$4045

Next available from 2nd Sep 2024

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Trip highlights and details

STARTS AT

Osaka, Japan

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ENDS AT

Tokyo, Japan

DURATION

12

GROUP SIZE

16

PHYSICAL RATING

Moderate

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STYLE

Discovery

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Medina tours and camel riding in Morocco

Marvel at art deco architecture, wander the winding backstreets of ancient medinas, and experience the awe-inspiring Sahara. This 11-day tour takes you from city to sea via the bustling streets of Casablanca, Tangier and Fez, and a spiritual awakening in the depths of the desert. Learn about the cosmos, ride camels through sand dunes and dine under the stars as you uncover the essence of Morocco.

From US$2343

Next available from 12th Apr 2025

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Trip highlights and details

STARTS AT

Casablanca, Morocco

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ENDS AT

Marrakech, Morocco

DURATION

11

GROUP SIZE

16

PHYSICAL RATING

Moderate

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STYLE

Discovery

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Cyclades Islands, Aegean Sea, Greece, Europe

Island-hopping around the Greek Cyclades

Set sail for an incredible adventure island-hopping in Greece. On our eight-day trip you’ll see the best of Athens and the Cyclades, from the Acropolis to the charming fishing villages of Milos and the pristine beaches of Naxos. Swim and snorkel in crystal-clear waters, relax on white sand beaches, visit historic ruins and learn about food culture as you hop from one island to the next, ending with stunning sunsets on Santorini.

From US$2039

Next available from 28th Apr 2024

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Trip highlights and details

STARTS AT

Athens, Greece

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ENDS AT

Athens, Greece

DURATION

9

GROUP SIZE

18

PHYSICAL RATING

Light

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STYLE

Discovery

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Maja Proescholdt and Gethin Morgan contributed additional reporting to this article.

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Culture Trip launched in 2011 with a simple yet passionate mission: to inspire people to go beyond their boundaries and experience what makes a place, its people and its culture special and meaningful — and this is still in our DNA today. We are proud that, for more than a decade, millions like you have trusted our award-winning recommendations by people who deeply understand what makes certain places and communities so special.

Increasingly we believe the world needs more meaningful, real-life connections between curious travellers keen to explore the world in a more responsible way. That is why we have intensively curated a collection of premium small-group trips as an invitation to meet and connect with new, like-minded people for once-in-a-lifetime experiences in three categories: Culture Trips, Rail Trips and Private Trips. Our Trips are suitable for both solo travelers, couples and friends who want to explore the world together.

Culture Trips are deeply immersive 5 to 16 days itineraries, that combine authentic local experiences, exciting activities and 4-5* accommodation to look forward to at the end of each day. Our Rail Trips are our most planet-friendly itineraries that invite you to take the scenic route, relax whilst getting under the skin of a destination. Our Private Trips are fully tailored itineraries, curated by our Travel Experts specifically for you, your friends or your family.

We know that many of you worry about the environmental impact of travel and are looking for ways of expanding horizons in ways that do minimal harm - and may even bring benefits. We are committed to go as far as possible in curating our trips with care for the planet. That is why all of our trips are flightless in destination, fully carbon offset - and we have ambitious plans to be net zero in the very near future.

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