From city breaks to all inclusive resorts, beach holidays to bucket list adventures, I’ve got 10 great solo travel deals to suit all tastes and budgets.
Is 2023 the year to try a solo holiday? If reports are anything to go by, it certainly looks like it! Solo travel is booming, with Google Trends showing the search term has practically doubled over the past five years. I have written a solo travel guide which has tips and ideas for solo holidays, and I have 10 great solo travel deals below to suit all types of traveller.
Solo travel deals are not always easy to come by. Single rooms in good hotels are like hens teeth, and no one wants to pay a single supplement! However, with more and more people looking to travel solo, hotels and guided group tours are now offering more places for singles.
I have a wide selection of solo travel deals below from the Algarve to the Amalfi Coast, Maderia to Mexico, so hopefully there will be one here to suit you. I have selected random dates below but these can be changed to suit your requirements, so if you want four nights instead of seven, and want to travel in July instead of June, simply edit your search dates via the links below.
1. City break in Porto: Flights & Apartment, 3 Nights from €315
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City breaks are a good choice for solo travellers who just want a short break, or are looking for a solo travel deal that won’t cost a small fortune. Search for hotels with single rooms or good value apartments, and choose a city that is compact and easy to navigate.
Porto is the perfect choice. It is a walkable city and most of the top attractions are close together. You will also find great value restaurants and the option for beach time if required.
Read: Why you need to choose Porto for your next city break
I found return flights for €60 on the 16th of April from Shannon and €116 from Dublin on the 17th of April.
Price for a three-night stay at the highly rated MyStay Porto Bolhão is €255. If you prefer a hotel, the 4-Star Hotel da Musica is only €351 – both are highly rated by solo travellers on Booking.com. And, for a limited time you can receive a free airport taxi when you book via the links below.
Search flights 16-19th April from €60
View Apt here €255
View Hotel here €351
2. 4-Star Holiday in the Algarve, 3rd May, from €499
Carvoeiro is one of the Algarve’s prettiest resorts and has been on my wish list for many years – it is ideal for solo travellers who prefer a quieter, laid back resort.
What was once a fishing village, Carvoeiro combines sandy beaches and excellent dining options with traditional Portuguese charm. The pretty town is packed with whitewashed buildings that appear to sit on top of each other as they fit snugly into the surrounding hills.
Many hotels and apartments are located outside the town centre so car hire is recommended, although UBER’s are cheap and both properties below offer a shuttle bus service to the beach and town centre.
Return flights are available from Dublin for €79 on the 3rd of May with Ryanair, and €117 from Cork with Aer Lingus. Prices from Shannon and Knock are also available but are considerably higher. The 4-star Colina da Lapa apartments are €428 for a seven night stay, but dates and durations can be changed to suit your requirements.
If you fancy some 5-Star treatment, the Vale D’Oliveiras Quinta Resort and Spa has single rooms, and rates are surprisingly good value considering it is a luxury hotel. I found a deal departing on the 3rd of May from Dublin for €711 including flights and a seven-night stay on a bed and breakfast basis. Similar prices are available from Cork on the 2nd of May.
Read: Where to stay in the Algarve, my ultimate guide to the top holiday resorts
Search flights 3rd -10th May Dublin €79
Cork flights 3rd -10th May €117
Search Apt here €420
View 5-star here €711 incl flights
3. Sorrento & Amalfi Coast Including Tours, 1 week, Half Board, from €1039
This super solo travel deal will ensure you see most the highlights of the Amalfi Coast in one epic trip. This group guided tour will place you in the popular resort of Sorrento for seven days, with full day guided tours exploring the Amalfi Coast, Pompeii and Capri. You will also have three full days to explore at your leisure.
Price from €1039 in October or €1149 in August, or €1199 June, July or September includes flights, transfers, checked baggage and a seven-night stay in Sorrento on a half board basis. Full day guided tours to the island of Capri and Amalfi Coast, half day tours of Pompeii and Sorrento town are included.
Read: 5 holidays in Italy to take this year
4. Majorca: 23rd May, Flights, Transfers, Baggage & Hotel Half Board, 1 week from €470
Located on a superb beach, with a nature reserve next door, the Son Baulo’s location is second to none. If you like active holidays, you will love the hiking and cycle trails nearby, but if that doesn’t float your boat, you can choose to laze by the large lagoon pool or on the white sandy beach.
Enjoy the nightly entertainment, or walk the tree-lined promenade into C’an Picafort for a change of scene. This super solo travel deal includes breakfast and evening meal each day, as well as airport transfers and checked baggage.
Price of €471 is based on a seven-night holiday from Cork airport. Price from Dublin is €616 on the 19th of May.
5. August / September week in Greece from €499
There is something about Greece that conjures up images of solo travel. I recall Shirley Valentine going to Mykonos in 1989 (way to feel old), and how I couldn’t wait to visit.
There are so many new routes from Irish airports to Greece this summer that there has never been a better time to avail of solo travel deals. Aer Lingus and Ryanair have twice-weekly flights to Kos, and with a cosmopolitan centre, historical sights and superb beaches, there is plenty to keep solo travellers happy.
I found great value flights with Aer Lingus for €183 on the 29th of August, and a seven-night stay in the top rated Michalis Studios & Apartments is only €316. Located just 300 metres from the beach, with a pool and gym on site, a stay here offers a peaceful location with the benefit of having Kos Town just 5 minutes taxi ride away.
Read: 23 new holiday destinations from Ireland in 2023
Read: The best luxury hotels in Greece for adults
View flights here €183
View Apt here €316
6. All Inclusive Solo Travel Deals to Mexico, Flights, Hotel, Transfers & Baggage, 14nts, €2267
Did you know there are direct flights to Mexico this summer? TUI has a charter flight to Cancun, which offers great value all inclusive solo travel deals.
The 4-star H10 Ocean Coral & Turquesa is located beside a fabulous sandy beach and boasts 8 restaurants, 4 pools and plenty of activities that should keep solo travellers happy.
Rated as Excellent on TripAdvisor, you can choose to spend your time relaxing at the hotel or explore nearby Mayan ruins and some of Mexico’s top attractions.
Price of €2267 includes flights, transfers, checked baggage and a 14 night stay on an all inclusive basis. This includes a discount of €300 per booking when you use the unique code given to you online.
7. Alaska Cruise, Flights, Hotel & 7 Night Cruise, €2099
It may surprise you to learn that cruises are a great choice for solo holidays. There are plenty of entertainment and dining options to choose from, and most are included in the cost! In many cases food is available 24/7, so it is not unusual to see people popping down to the buffet alone for something to eat.
I was really impressed with the studio cabins on Norwegian Encore. They are all located in one designated area on the ship and have a private bar and lounge area. This is an ideal place to meet people and plan activities.
I found an Alaska cruise deal staying in one of these solo cabins on Norwegian Encore. Fly direct to Seattle with Aer Lingus and overnight in a hotel before cruising Alaska for seven days. Price of €2099 includes flights, hotel, baggage, meals and entertainment.
You for a limited time, you can add on unlimited drinks package, WiFi, Shore Excursion Credit, and 1 speciality dining meal – all for just €149!
Read: My review of Norwegian Encore
8. Yoga holiday in Madeira from €1298
Enjoy twice daily yoga sessions led by an expert teacher from Irish owned MOONS yoga Loft, while spending four days in peaceful surroundings overlooking the Atlantic Ocean.
There will be a different themed classes each day where you can learn about Mindfulness, Yoga and Breathing techniques, and classes are welcoming to all abilities.
Afternoons are free to explore the tropical island of Madeira. Visit the vibrant capital of Funchal, swim in one of the island’s natural pools, or enjoy a hike – Madeira is renowned for its fabulous hiking trails and breathtaking scenery.
Price includes flights, transfers, 4-nights hotel accommodation on a bed & breakfast basis, and 7 different yoga sessions led by an expert teacher from MOONS yoga Loft.
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Read: Top 10 adventure holidays for active travellers
9. India: Splendours of Delhi, The Taj Mahal and Rajasthan, 11 nights from €2868pp
Explore the wonders of India on this trip of a lifetime with Travel Department. Watch the sunrise over the Taj Mahal, discover Delhi on a rickshaw tour, visit the pink city of Jaipur, and take a boat cruise around Udaipur’s Lake Pichola.
This is a fully guided group tour and includes excursions on each day as well as a stays in four and five star hotels with breakfast and evening meals included every day. Escorted tours are the best way to discover India, and this tour will enable you to see most of the highlights on one trip.
Price includes flights, transfers, checked baggage, ten nights hotel stays on a half-board basis, and excursions as per itinerary.
10. The Body Holiday, St. Lucia, 5* All Inclusive from €3,099
Wellness breaks are becoming more and more popular for solo holidays, while fitness boot-camps and walking holidays are now the norm.
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There are many ways to book a wellness break. You can opt for a familiar beach resort and book a flight and hotel with a spa, or opt for a retreat. The Body Holiday is the ultimate wellness all-inclusive resort and it dedicates the month of September to solo travellers. .
You can enjoy a personalised schedule of spa treatments, fitness classes and water sports with celebrity fitness trainers and dancers, as well as meals and premium drinks – all included in the cost of your holiday.
The Body Holiday can be whatever you want it to be. You can abseil down a river gorge in the morning, enjoy a spa treatment in the afternoon, and sip champagne at sunset. Where else would you find solo travel deals all this included in the cost of your stay?
Price for a seven-night stay including flights, transfers and accommodation on an all-inclusive basis is €3o99.
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I hope these solo travel deals from Ireland will help you plan a trip away soon. While every effort is made to ensure accuracy, price, itineraries and facilities are subject to change. Some of the links in this post contain affiliate links where I receive a small commission if a booking is made, but at no additional cost to you.
