New Zealand

New Zealand offers solo travellers huge landscapes, quiet roads and a strong sense of welcome. Rotorua’s geothermal pools, Lake Wakatipu in Queenstown and the trails around Mount Cook are standout highlights that give you plenty of time in nature. If you enjoy exploring with flexibility, driving the South Island’s scenic routes or visiting the glowworm caves in Waitomo are unforgettable experiences. For those who prefer company, small group tours are common and attract travellers from around the world. New Zealand gives you vast space to think, move and explore freely while still offering friendly places to meet others along the way.

Hoi An, Vietnam

Hoi An is a dream for solo travellers who want calm days and colourful surroundings. The Old Town is compact and gentle to navigate, with landmarks like the Japanese Covered Bridge and the riverfront providing easy starting points. You can cycle out to An Bang Beach, wander through the lantern lit streets after sunset or take a small boat along the Thu Bon River. Cooking classes and bike tours to Tra Que Village create easy opportunities to meet other travellers without pressure. The combination of history, food and peaceful scenery makes Hoi An perfect for anyone seeking a relaxed, creative and sociable solo trip.

Iceland

Iceland is one of the safest and most straightforward destinations for solo travel. Reykjavik is small enough to explore on foot, with landmarks like Hallgrimskirkja and Harpa Concert Hall giving you easy points to navigate from. Day trips to the Golden Circle take you to Þingvellir National Park, Geysir and Gullfoss waterfall with no need to plan complex logistics. If you choose to drive, stops like Skógafoss, Seljalandsfoss, Reynisfjara and Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon offer dramatic scenery without feeling remote or inaccessible. Hot springs such as the Blue Lagoon or Sky Lagoon provide calm places to unwind. Iceland gives you the freedom to explore extraordinary landscapes in a safe and simple way.

Lisbon, Portugal

Lisbon is ideal for solo travellers because it feels welcoming from the moment you arrive. You can begin your day with a stroll along the Tagus River or climb up to Miradouro da Senhora do Monte for a panoramic view across the city. Alfama’s narrow lanes are perfect for wandering aimlessly, dipping into small cafés, browsing local shops or listening to Fado in the evening. The Time Out Market is an easy place to grab lunch and sit beside people from all over the world, and the waterfront around Praça do Comércio offers a calm, open space to enjoy at your own pace. The city’s size and atmosphere make it simple to explore confidently on your own.

Amsterdam, Netherlands

Amsterdam blends culture, calm and friendliness in a way that suits solo travel perfectly. You can spend your morning at the Rijksmuseum or the Van Gogh Museum, enjoy a walk through Vondelpark or follow the canals through Jordaan, stopping whenever something catches your eye. Café terraces along the water make it easy to settle in with a coffee and watch daily life unfold. Small group activities like canal cruises or guided bike tours offer an easy way to connect with others, while still giving you the freedom to explore at your own pace. The city feels structured but never overwhelming, which is ideal for travelling alone.