Global Solo Travel Market Size & Outlook, 2024-2030

The global solo travel market size was estimated at USD 482.4 million in 2024 and is projected to reach USD 1,073.8 million by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 14.3% from 2025 to 2030.
Revenue, 2024 (US$M)
$482.4
Forecast, 2030 (US$M)
$1,073.8
CAGR, 2025 - 2030
14.3%
Report Coverage
Worldwide

Global solo travel market highlights

  • The global solo travel market generated a revenue of USD 482.4 million in 2024 and is expected to reach USD 1,073.8 million by 2030.
  • The market is expected to grow at a CAGR (2025 - 2030) of 14.3% by 2030.
  • In terms of segment, leisure & vacation travel accounted for a revenue of USD 169.6 million in 2024.
  • Cultural & Heritage Travel is the most lucrative travel type segment registering the fastest growth during the forecast period.
  • In terms of region, Europe was the largest revenue generating market in 2024.
  • Country-wise, India is expected to register the highest CAGR from 2025 to 2030.

Global data book summary

Market revenue in 2024USD 482.4 million
Market revenue in 2030USD 1,073.8 million
Growth rate14.3% (CAGR from 2025 to 2030)
Largest segmentLeisure & vacation travel
Fastest growing segmentCultural & Heritage Travel
Historical data covered2018 - 2023
Base year for estimation2024
Forecast period covered2025 - 2030
Quantitative unitsRevenue in USD million
Market segmentationLeisure & Vacation Travel, Adventure and Extreme Travel, Safari and Wildlife Travel, Cultural & Heritage Travel, Business Travel, Others (Culinary, SAVE, etc.), Eco Travel

Other key industry trends

  • In terms of revenue, the North America accounted for 26.9% of the global solo travel market in 2024.
  • By country, the U.S. is projected to lead the global market in terms of revenue in 2030.
  • By country, India is the fastest growing regional market and is projected to reach USD 39.5 million by 2030.

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Solo Travel Market Companies

Name Profile # Employees HQ Website
Solos Holidays View profile 11-50 London, England, United Kingdom, Europe https://solosholidays.co.uk
WeRoad View profile 101-250 Milan, Lombardia, Italy, Europe https://www.weroad.travel
Exodus Travels Limited View profile - - -
Trafalgar Tours View profile 5001-10000 London, England, United Kingdom, Europe https://www.trafalgar.com/en-sg
Austin Adventures View profile 11-50 Billings, Montana, United States, North America https://www.austinadventures.com/
Flash Pack View profile 51-100 London, England, United Kingdom, Europe https://www.flashpack.com/
EF Education First View profile 10001+ Luzern, Luzern, Switzerland, Europe http://www.ef.com
Intrepid Travel View profile 1001-5000 Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, Oceania https://www.intrepidtravel.com
G Adventures View profile 1001-5000 Toronto, Ontario, Canada, North America http://www.gadventures.com

Global solo travel market outlook

The databook is designed to serve as a comprehensive guide to navigating this sector. The databook focuses on market statistics denoted in the form of revenue and y-o-y growth and CAGR across the globe and regions. A detailed competitive and opportunity analyses related to solo travel market will help companies and investors design strategic landscapes.


Leisure & vacation travel was the largest segment with a revenue share of 35.16% in 2024. Horizon Databook has segmented the Global solo travel market based on leisure & vacation travel, adventure and extreme travel, safari and wildlife travel, cultural & heritage travel, business travel, others (culinary, save, etc.), eco travel covering the revenue growth of each sub-segment from 2018 to 2030.


  • Global Solo Travel Travel Type Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2018-2030)
    • Leisure & Vacation Travel
    • Adventure and Extreme Travel
    • Safari and Wildlife Travel
    • Cultural & Heritage Travel
    • Business Travel
    • Others (Culinary, SAVE, etc.)
    • Eco Travel
  • Global Solo Travel Traveler Type Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2018-2030)
    • Domestic
    • International
  • Global Solo Travel Gender Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2018-2030)
    • Female
    • Male
  • Global Solo Travel Age Group Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2018-2030)
    • 18 - 24 Years
    • 25 - 40 Years
    • 41 - 56 Years
    • 57 Years and Above
  • Global Solo Travel Booking Mode Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2018-2030)
    • Direct Booking
    • Online Travel Agents and Agencies (OTAs)
    • Marketplace Booking

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