What are the best regions in Australia for solo guided tours?

The East Coast and Red Centre draw many solo travelers each year. From Brisbane to Cairns the East Coast route lets you meet others at places like Airlie Beach and the Whitsunday Islands. The Red Centre near Uluru helps you connect with Aboriginal culture and fellow travelers. Places to stay like Flynn Hotel Cairns and the semi-permanent camps at Kings Canyon make it easy to meet people. A TourRadar traveler noted: "The tour met all my expectations and more with fellow travelers making the experience wonderfully enjoyable."

What is the typical ratio of solo travelers on guided tours in Australia?

Most Australia tours see between 70-87% solo travelers. The Sydney to Brisbane Adventure stands out with 87% of bookings coming from people traveling alone creating a friendly social setting. A TourRadar traveler shared: "From day one I was able to see sights and take part in experiences of a lifetime... Having this trip be suited for all ages I learned so much about other people's lives and own travel stories."

How do accommodation arrangements work for solo travelers on Australian tours?

You'll usually share a twin room at hotels like Holiday Inn Potts Point in Sydney or Potshot Hotel Resort in Exmouth. Want your own space? Single rooms are available on most tours for an extra cost. During camping segments like at Kings Creek Station near Uluru you'll likely share a tent with another traveler of your gender. A TourRadar traveler confirms: "The shared accommodation was in mixed dorms which was absolutely fine all had comfortable beds hot water & AC."

What's the best time of year for solo travelers to join Australian tours?

Each region has its peak times. The Red Centre gets busy from April through June when temperatures are mild. East Coast tours run year-round but see more travelers from July to December. Some tours like the Perth to Exmouth Explorer welcome visitors throughout the year with a slight uptick from October through December. These patterns affect both the group mix and available activities.

What activities help solo travelers connect with others in the group?

Group activities bring people together naturally. You'll meet others while snorkeling the Great Barrier Reef seeing wildlife at places like Wildlife Wonders in Apollo Bay or sharing meals. As one TourRadar traveler said: "The group activities like the Whitsundays cruise and K'gari (Fraser Island) 4WD tour were perfect for getting to know fellow travelers while experiencing amazing destinations together."

How much free time do solo travelers get on Australian tours?

Tours mix guided activities with time to explore on your own. In Byron Bay you might go kayaking with the group in the morning then spend the afternoon at the beach or walking around town. Cairns offers optional activities like bungy jumping or time to relax. A TourRadar traveler noted: "There was a good mix of organized activities and free time to explore on your own or with new friends from the group."

Australia Tours for Solo Travelers

10 best Australia solo travel packages

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Explorer Christmas & New Year
Solo-ish Australia
Destinations
Melbourne, Uluru, Kings Canyon, Alice Springs, Sydney,Cairns+1 more
Age Range
up to 90 year olds
Room Type
Singles, Shared
Country Region
Australia Northern TerritoryCentral AustraliaAustralian OutbackRed Centre+3 more
Operated in
English
Operator
G Adventures
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12 days
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Explorer Family Sightseeing Christmas & New Year +1
15-Day Great Australian Adventure - Private
5.0 (1 traveler review)
"We had a great time & it went very smoothly. I appreciate also that she would contact us to see how things were going."
Stanley, traveled in March
Destinations
Melbourne, Uluru, Sydney, Gold Coast, Cairns
Age Range
up to 70 year olds
Room Type
Singles, Shared
Operated in
English
Operator
Vio Travel
10% Off
Duration
15 days
From
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Explorer Family Sightseeing Christmas & New Year +1
Southern Experience and Contrasts North Package
5.0 (3 traveler reviews)
Destinations
Perth, Fremantle, Walpole, William Bay, Albany, Hyden,Wave Rock,York,Yanchep National Park,Nambung National Park,Cervantes,Lancelin+6 more
Age Range
7 to 79 year olds
Room Type
Singles, Shared
Country Region
Western Australia
Operated in
English,German,French+2 more
Operator
WA NT TOURS
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Duration
7 days
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Explorer Family Christmas & New Year +1
Indian Pacific Train with Sydney & Perth
Destinations
Sydney, Blue Mountains, Broken Hill, Adelaide,Nullarbor National Park,Perth,Rottnest Island,Margaret River+4 more
Age Range
10 to 84 year olds
Room Type
Singles, Shared
Operated in
English
Operator
Australia and New Zealand Travel Company
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Duration
13 days
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Explorer Beach Family Local Living Sightseeing Historical Wine tasting +3
South Western Escape (2025/2026, Best Buys)
Destinations
Perth, Wave Rock, Kalgoorlie, Esperance, Albany,Margaret River,Fremantle+2 more
Age Range
up to 99 year olds
Room Type
Singles, Shared
Country Region
Western Australia
Operated in
English
Operator
AAT Kings
15% Off
Duration
10 days
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Explorer Wildlife Sightseeing Christmas & New Year +1
Best Of The East Coast – 16 Day Boutique Tour
5.0 (3 traveler reviews)
"It was a small group of like-minded people. We loved it!!"
Lorene, traveled in October
Destinations
Sydney, Hunter Valley, Newcastle, Port Macquarie,Byron Bay,Noosa,Rainbow Beach,Fraser Island,Brisbane,Airlie Beach,Whitsundays,Mission Beach,Cairns,Atherton,Great Barrier Reef,Kuranda,Port Douglas,Mossman Gorge,Daintree National Park,Cape Tribulation+16 more
Age Range
up to 90 year olds
Room Type
Singles, Shared
Regions
Great Barrier ReefEast AustraliaSouth East QueenslandQueensland+3 more
Operated in
English
Operator
Via Travel Australia
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Duration
16 days
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$Tassie\'s Parks and Nature Tour$
$Tassie\'s Parks and Nature - 7 destinations$
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Explorer Family Coach / Bus Sightseeing +1
Tassie's Parks and Nature
5.0 (2 traveler reviews)
"Great tour showcasing the West Coast of Tasmania and its natural beauty."
Lisa, traveled in September
Destinations
Hobart, Queenstown, Strahan,Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park,Burnie,Sheffield,Launceston+4 more
Age Range
5 to 99 year olds
Room Type
Singles, Shared
Country Region
Tasmania
Operated in
English
Operator
AAT Kings
12% Off
Duration
7 days
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$Tassie\'s Wilderness Icons (2025/2026, Best Buys) Tour$
$Tassie\'s Wilderness Icons (2025/2026, Best Buys) - 5 destinations$
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Explorer Family Sightseeing
Tassie's Wilderness Icons (2025/2026, Best Buys)
4.7 (7 traveler reviews)
Destinations
Hobart, Strahan,Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park,Burnie,Launceston+3 more
Age Range
up to 99 year olds
Room Type
Singles, Shared
Country Region
Tasmania
Operated in
English
Operator
AAT Kings
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Duration
6 days
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Explorer Family Sightseeing
Tasmanian Wonders (2025/2026)
4.0 (3 traveler reviews)
Destinations
Hobart, Strahan,Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park,Burnie,Launceston,Bicheno,Richmond,Port Arthur+6 more
Age Range
up to 99 year olds
Room Type
Singles, Shared
Country Region
Tasmania
Operated in
English
Operator
AAT Kings
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Duration
10 days
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Explorer Family Sightseeing Christmas & New Year +1
Tasmanian Wonders (2026/2027)
4.0 (3 traveler reviews)
Destinations
Hobart, Strahan,Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park,Burnie,Launceston,Bicheno,Port Arthur+5 more
Age Range
up to 99 year olds
Room Type
Singles, Shared
Country Region
Tasmania
Operated in
English
Operator
AAT Kings
10% Off
Duration
10 days
From $6,755
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Explorer Sightseeing
Australia’s West Coast & Ningaloo Reef – 8 Day Boutique Comfort Tour
4.9 (8 traveler reviews)
"Very enjoyable. Would have liked to stay over in Coral Bay and seen more of the Reef."
Anne, traveled in September
Destinations
Perth, Geraldton, Kalbarri, Monkey Mia Reserve, Carnarvon,Coral Bay,Exmouth+2 more
Age Range
up to 90 year olds
Room Type
Singles, Shared
Country Region
Australia West CoastWestern AustraliaNingaloo Reef+2 more
Operated in
English
Operator
Via Travel Australia
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Duration
8 days
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Explorer Family Coach / Bus Sightseeing Historical +2
Top End Highlights
4.5 (2 traveler reviews)
"Everything that was worth seeing & doing was included on this tour. Dave & Phil did a great job."
KERYL, traveled in June
Destinations
Darwin, Litchfield National Park, Katherine,Katherine River Gorge,Nitmiluk National Park,Kakadu National Park+3 more
Age Range
5 to 99 year olds
Room Type
Singles, Shared
Regions
Australia Northern TerritoryKakadu National Park+1 more
Operated in
English
Operator
AAT Kings
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Duration
6 days
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Explorer Family Coach / Bus Sightseeing +1
Untamed Kimberley
5.0 (3 traveler reviews)
"The cruises were outstanding. Delma gave us a lot of very useful background information."
JOHN, traveled in May
Destinations
Darwin, Katherine, Kununurra, Emma Gorge, El Questro,Halls Creek,Fitzroy Crossing,Broome+3 more
Age Range
up to 99 year olds
Room Type
Singles, Shared
Country Region
Western AustraliaAustralian Outback+1 more
Operated in
English
Operator
AAT Kings
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Duration
11 days
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Explorer Christmas & New Year
Brisbane to Cairns - 7 Day Boutique Tour
5.0 (2 traveler reviews)
"It was my first tour in over 10 years and if I had known what an amazing job Jason, Tara, and the rest of the crew at Via does each and every day."
leslie, traveled in March
Destinations
Brisbane, Airlie Beach, Whitsunday Islands, Mission Beach,Atherton,Cairns,Great Barrier Reef+3 more
Age Range
up to 90 year olds
Room Type
Singles, Shared
Regions
Great Barrier ReefEast AustraliaSouth East QueenslandQueensland+3 more
Operated in
English
Operator
Via Travel Australia
15% Off
Duration
7 days
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Explorer Family Christmas & New Year +1
Aussie Icons - Sydney, Cairns & Melbourne
4.2 (9 traveler reviews)
"Over all very nicely organized and selected tours."
Sinhareb, traveled in September
Destinations
Sydney, Blue Mountains, Cairns, Daintree National Park,Great Barrier Reef,Melbourne,Great Ocean Road,Apollo Bay+4 more
Age Range
8 to 79 year olds
Room Type
Singles, Shared
Country Region
Great Barrier ReefEast Australia+1 more
Operated in
English
Operator
Australia and New Zealand Travel Company
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Duration
10 days
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