8 Destinations For Solo Women Travelers Over 60 Years

Here are 8 amazing vacation ideas for you to consider.

The term, the “Way of St James” in actuality describes many Christian pilgrimage routes, dating from medieval times that journeys from various locations in Europe leading to the cathedral in Santiago de Compostela in Spain. If you love hiking and walking and are travelling through Europe, this road is a good start to enjoy part of the French and Spanish sceneries. It’s also known that lots of solo travellers are doing it with the aim of reconnecting with themselves.

It is known that Europe is home to culture, historical sites, good food and much more. Do you know that you can actually book your train tickets for cheap and sojern across all the beautiful countries within one trip? Rail passes give you extensive rail travel within one country or depending on the pass, between multiple countries. They also allow you to make last-minute travel plans as well as save money, offering travel discounts and benefits. Pick your favourite country and plan your trip!

As many say, Paris is always a good idea and you’ll easily find attractions that suit your needs in one of the most romantic and trendiest cities in the world. Here is our top tip: From the cathedral of Notre-dame, walk along the Seine and stop by Le Bistrot des Augustins for a glass (or two) of wine. If you want to hit a secret spot that only local Parisians know, go to the Dauphine place, shop rue St Honoré, walk all the way to Montmartre and live it up in cinematic style. And if you stay a little longer (few people know about this), you can even take a drawing lesson at the Louvre museum. If you speak a little bit of French, check out this website that gives you the lowdown on all the new cafés and restaurants. Time Out is also a great guide to see whats going in Paris. If you fancy plays and theatrical performances, we highly recommend “How To Become Parisian In One Hour”, it is in English. Also, consider the Philharmonie of Paris, it is another top favourite.

Safety is usually the number one concern for women considering solo travel (or their loved ones who might be worried about them). Japan deserves its reputation as one of the safest countries in the world: a current of Zen, or calmness, runs through almost all facets of Japanese culture. Japan feels different and exciting, but it is also clean, safe, and well-organized. You’ll easily find your way around – even if you don’t know a single word of Japanese. An added bonus – it is also one of the only countries in the world that offers so many only-women hotel rooms!

If you’re not ready for a do-it-yourself trip just yet, consider heading to Scandinavia and board one of the mega cruises that will lead you through the natural landscapes of Finland, Sweden, and Norway. It’s even probably the best way to see that part of the world. You will be stress-free as most of the itinerary is planned for you. You also get the opportunity to meet like-minded solo travellers over 60 on board to keep you company for meals and exploring the cities.

If you’re a first-time solo traveller, an alternative to the cruise would be to simply book a yoga retreat in Thailand (or Bali). Most retreats will take care of all the major details — lodging, meals, and wellness activities. That cuts your need for planning down to almost zero. Whilst yoga is becoming more and more open to both genders, the trend still leans towards women. There is no doubt you will find a crew of like-minded travellers and forge bonds with new friends while being there.