Top Solo Travel Destinations This Autumn
Best Autumn places to visit
Top Solo Travel Destinations This Autumn
The leaves are turning, the air is crisp—and adventure is calling. Autumn is the perfect season to escape the ordinary and embrace the extraordinary. Whether you're chasing golden hour through terracotta towns or sipping mulled wine under fairy-lit skies, this is the time to travel solo—but never alone.
At Solos, we know that travel is about more than just ticking off bucket lists. It’s about writing new chapters and creating unforgettable memories with fellow solo travellers. So where are we heading this season? Here’s our pick of the top destinations for solo travellers this autumn. No single supplements, just shared experiences and soul-stirring views.
Discover Autumn Trips
Greece
Golden sunsets. Bougainvillea-covered villages. Warm evenings where dinner turns into dancing. Greece is the kind of place that hugs you with sunshine—even in autumn.
Explore Greece
🍇 Best for: Island hoppers, history buffs, and feta fanatics
💫 Must-do moment: Watching the sky turn molten over Santorini, glass of wine in hand and new friends by your side
Thailand
Autumn in Thailand? Think golden temples, jungle adventures, and beachside massages. Tuk-tuks hum, spices sizzle, and the chaos of Bangkok is a glorious symphony to get lost in.
Explore Thailand
🌿 Best for: Food lovers, culture seekers, and anyone craving a buzz
💫 Must-do moment: Sharing pad Thai and stories under lantern-lit skies in Chiang Mai
Italy
Italy in autumn is a dreamscape of turning leaves, truffle season and cities that wear their history like a well-tailored coat. From the romance of Rome to the vineyards of Tuscany, it’s basically a movie—and you're the main character.
Explore Italy
🍷 Best for: Foodies and art lovers
💫 Must-do moment: Aperitivo hour with fellow Solos, overlooking the Florence skyline
Africa
Whether it’s a game drive in Kenya or sipping sundowners in South Africa, autumn is prime time to experience Africa’s magic. Wildlife is thriving, landscapes are glowing, and every moment feels epic.
Explore Africa
🦁 Best for: Wildlife enthusiasts, adventure seekers and soul-searchers
💫 Must-do moment: Locking eyes with a lion on safari—and realising how wonderfully small you are
Sri Lanka
This teardrop island in the Indian Ocean packs a punch—ancient temples, emerald tea fields, palm-fringed beaches and food that hits every flavour note. It’s peaceful, powerful, and perfect for solo discovery.
Explore Sri Lanka
🌴 Best for: Mindful explorers, spice lovers, and sandy souls
💫 Must-do moment: Early morning yoga followed by a cinnamon-sprinkled breakfast
India
India doesn’t do subtle—and that’s what makes it spectacular. From the pink-hued palaces of Jaipur to the quiet spiritual pull of Varanasi, this is a place that grabs you by the senses and doesn’t let go.
Explore India
🌸 Best for: Cultural deep-divers, photographers, and those seeking cultural immersion
💫 Must-do moment: Laughing with your group over a rooftop thali as Diwali lights twinkle around you
Egypt
Think sand dunes, ancient secrets and pyramids that make your jaw drop. Egypt in autumn is cooler, quieter, and even more mysterious. Add a cruise down the Nile to make your experience truly spectacular.
Explore Egypt
🏺 Best for: History lovers and sun-seekers
💫 Sailing down the Nile at golden hour, ancient temples glowing on the riverbank as you share stories and sunset snaps
Turkey
Istanbul is where continents, cultures, and spices collide. Wander through bustling bazaars, sip tea on a Bosphorus cruise, and feel the city’s energy buzz from minaret to market stall. It’s vibrant, timeless, and totally unforgettable.
Explore Turkey
🥙 Best for: Culture collectors, culinary explorers, and photo fanatics
💫 Must-do moment: Swapping baklava recommendations on the hotel rooftop as the call to prayer rings out
Caribbean
Craving warm sand, chilled cocktails and a guaranteed sunset every night? The Caribbean has you covered. Autumn is off-peak, meaning fewer crowds and more beach for you to enjoy.
Explore The Caribbean
🌞 Best for: Relaxers, snorkelers, and rum connoisseurs
💫 Must-do moment: Dancing barefoot on the beach at golden hour, because why not?
