Best solo tours in Europe

Follow ancient footpaths along a vast network of mossy green levadas and feel on top of the world as you trek atop mountain passes on Portugal's lush island of Madeira. As a solo traveler, you'll never feel alone on this picturesque hike along narrow paths, up rocky trails and through wildflower meadows. Explore the cobbled alleyways of Funchal's old town and sample varieties of the local tipple at a traditional wine cellar before joining new found friends for a feast of freshly prepared seafood in an alfresco taverna.

For solo travelers who love walking, the Amalfi Coast in Italy boasts some of the most picturesque trails in the world. Join fellow travelers for a sociable hike along 'Walk of the Gods' to take in panoramic views over the azure-blue waters of the Tyrrhenian Sea towards the island of Capris and around the Bay of Salerno. Luxury yachts look like toy boats bobbing in the shimmering harbours below and tiers of lush-green crops cascade down the steep hillsides.

Golden-sand beaches, topaz-blue seas and emerald-green hillsides adorn the southeast European country of Croatia. From the maze of red-roofed medieval buildings and narrow cobbled streets in Dubrovnik's Old Town to the shimmering aquamarine lakes and pearly-white waterfalls of Plitvice Lakes National Park, solo travelers will find a whole host of wonders to discover here. Feast on freshly caught seafood with new friends, share treasured memories and toast fun-filled adventures with a glass of refreshing local wine.

If you're looking to take on a new challenge, join our UK cycling tour to ride across the width of England from the Irish Sea at Whitehaven to the North Sea coastline of Tynemouth. Dig deep as you pedal up the twisting zig-zag roads of Hartland Pass and offer words of encouragement to fellow riders as you make the last push up to the summit. Relish in getting to the top and take in views of the icy waters of Solway Firth before tucking into some well-earned homemade cake and a hot cup of tea.

Join our Poland walking holiday to explore the mighty peaks of the Tatra mountain range and the outer Carpathian Mountains of Babia Gora National Park. Rocky pinnacles, glistening turquoise lakes and highlander folk culture dominate the landscape in this lesser-visited area of natural beauty. Follow the Pieniny Way to uncover one of Europe's most spectacular canyons, the UNESCO World Natural Heritage listed Dunajec Gorge. Steep cliffs are veiled in an emerald green blanket of thick forest, and the calm river water slowly meanders through the peaceful valley.