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Hiking Tours for Solo Travelers

Solo hiking with Macs Adventure means exactly that - solo. No group to wait for, no fixed schedule, and on most routes, no singles supplement either. You choose the trail and the pace.

Popular solo routes range from Ireland's Dingle Way to Scotland's West Highland Way and Portugal's Rota Vicentina. Each is self-guided, with a single room booked at every stop and 24/7 support if you need it.

20+ years supporting solo hikers, Macs Adventure is the world's #1 self-guided hiking operator.

West Highland Way solo walker

Why choose Hiking Tours for Solo Travelers

Why solo travelers choose self-guided hiking with Macs Adventure

  • No singles supplement

    No singles supplement on most routes - solo pricing is straightforward, not penalized

  • Your own pace

    No group itinerary to fit into - you set your own daily start time and pace

  • Your own room

    A single room booked at every stop, not a shared dorm

  • 24/7 support

    24/7 support if plans change or you need help mid-route

  • Solo-friendly trails

    Well-waymarked, well-trodden trails like the Dingle Way and West Highland Way are genuinely solo-friendly

  • Dunquin
    Republic of Ireland

    The Dingle Way

    Walk south west Ireland’s Dingle Peninsula, the Emerald Isle's most popular trails

    • Walking
    • 6–10 days
    from$1,530CAD pp
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  • West Highland Way
    Scotland

    West Highland Way

    Hike through the wild beauty & ancient glens of the Highlands along this famous long-distance trail.

    • Walking
    • 5–11 days
    from$1,885CAD pp
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  • England

    Cotswold Way

    Hike in classic English countryside on the Cotswold Way, one of Britain's finest National Trails.

    • Walking
    • 5–12 days
    from$1,675CAD pp
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  • Scotland

    Great Glen Way & Loch Ness

    Walk one of Scotland's iconic long-distance trails from Fort William to Inverness in the Highlands.

    • Walking
    • 5–9 days
    from$1,720CAD pp
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  • Views of Elie from the trail
    Scotland

    Fife Coastal Path

    Take in the east coast's spectacular scenery, fishing villages & long sandy beaches.

    • Walking
    • 5–8 days
    from$1,645CAD pp
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  • England

    Dales Way

    Cross two national parks as you make your way from the Yorkshire Dales to Lake Windermere.

    • Walking
    • 8 days
    from$2,720CAD pp
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  • England

    Thames Path

    Follow footpaths through varying landscapes, from the Thames source in the Cotswolds to inner London

    • Walking
    • 8–21 days
    from$3,605CAD pp
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  • England

    Hadrian's Wall Walk

    Roman history, wild Northumberland moorland and a warm northern welcome—hike Hadrian’s Wall your way.

    • Walking
    • 5–10 days
    from$1,455CAD pp
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  • River Liffey running through the center of Dublin
    Republic of Ireland

    The Wicklow Way

    The Wicklow Way, Ireland’s oldest trail with some of the most spectacular views in Ireland

    • Walking
    • 5–10 days
    from$1,675CAD pp
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  • France, Spain

    Camino Frances

    Hike the entire, world-famous Camino Frances, from St Jean Pied de Port to Santiago de Compostela.

    • Walking
    • 7–57 days
    from$1,340CAD pp
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  • Portugal

    Rota Vicentina: The Fishermen's Trail

    Follow some of the best preserved coastline in southwestern Europe through the Alentejo region

    • Walking
    • 7 days
    from$1,505CAD pp
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  • England

    South Downs Way

    Enjoy delightful walking through cornfields and colourful gardens and past dramatic chalk cliffs.

    • Walking
    • 10 days
    from$3,710CAD pp
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  • England

    Coast to Coast Walk

    Hike Alfred Wainwright's famous Coast to Coast, one of the world's great walks.

    • Walking
    • 9–18 days
    from$2,795CAD pp
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Get to know Hiking Tours for Solo Travelers

  • Is solo hiking with Macs Adventure safe

    Yes. Our routes follow established, well-waymarked trails through inhabited areas, with 24/7 support and a single point of contact throughout your trip.

  • Will I be lonely hiking alone

    Not necessarily - inns and guesthouses along popular routes see plenty of solo hikers, and evenings are a natural place to meet fellow walkers.

  • Which routes are best for solo travelers

    The Dingle Way and Kerry Way in Ireland, the West Highland Way in Scotland, and Portugal's Rota Vicentina are among our most solo-friendly routes.

  • Do I pay extra as a solo traveler

    No singles supplement applies on most Macs Adventure routes - solo pricing is per person, the same rate structure as everyone else.

  • How fit do I need to be to hike solo

    The same fitness requirements apply as any traveler - check the grade of your chosen route, from Easy to Extreme.

Get inspired for Hiking Tours for Solo Travelers

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    Solo Travel Tips

    If you're thinking of setting out on a solo hiking or biking adventure, here are our top tips for solo travelers.

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    Trail Diaries: My First Taste of Solo Travel

    Follow Sarah’s first solo hiking adventure along Cornwall’s South West Coast Path, from St Ives to Penzance, and discover the unexpected connections she found along the way.

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  • Why Self-Guided?

    Self-guided travel provides us with the opportunity to take more control of our impact on the planet, humankind, and ourselves.

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