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Roam beyond the ordinary

Solo journey through Australia

Close your eyes and picture your dream solo travel to Australia. Are you having a close encounter with a koala? Visiting world-class museums in Melbourne? Camping in a ‘swag’ under the stars? Flying in a helicopter above Uluru? Hiking through one-of-a-kind national parks? Enjoying an Aussie barbecue with the locals? Doing anything your heart desires? The possibilities are limitless.

Would you like a well-organised holiday to Australia? With the perfect balance of enough time for yourself. But also plenty of time to mingle with friendly locals and other travellers. A mix of short drives, authentic activities, small-scale accommodations and local experiences. A tailor-made journey that is as unique as you are.

We design personalised holidays that suit your interests. Whatever you are looking for in a holiday down under, we have lots of things that we can recommend from our first-hand local experience. A holiday that allows you to step away from the mainstream. And experience Australia in a genuine way.

Aussies are renowned for being friendly with a ‘no worries’ mentality. Get to know them and experience their lifestyle in our carefully selected accommodations. A place to feel at home and experience the genuine Aussie hospitality. Don’t be surprised if your hosts invite you over for an Aussie-style barbecue (or three)!

What can we provide for you?

When is the best travel time?

Australia, a beautifully diverse country which is great to travel any time of the year. When can you go? What things would you like to do? Do you already have some places on your bucket list? Based on your wishes and desires, we can advise you on the best time to travel to Australia and the best regions to visit.

Since the options are endless, we have listed 4 of our favourite places to visit as a solo traveller. Because some journeys are best done alone. And if you'd like to learn more, let's sit down together and discuss the best travel time.

How long do I need in Australia?

Australia is huge and it is absolutely impossible for you to see the whole country in one trip. Therefore, the question is ‘how long do you have?’ The more time you have means the more opportunities that are possible. And we highly recommend a minimum of three weeks to truly experience the essence of Australia.

Based on your wishes and desires, together with our local knowledge, we can advise you on which regions to visit, how long and when to go. We would love to meet you and discuss the possibilities.

What can I see and do?

Would you like to enjoy a local lunch which is inspired by the rainforest? Or savour an Aussie-style barbecue made by your hosts? Perhaps, you like to learn campfire cooking. Based on your desires, together with our local knowledge and expertise, we will create a unique and one-of-a-kind holiday for you.

We have personally selected extraordinary local experiences. Our focus is on nature conservation and small-scale locally owned companies. Our activities range from easy-going to adventurous. We would love to tell you more about them.

A close encounter with dolphins in Mooloolaba, Queensland
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Where can I stay?

Whether you prefer an ecolodge that is situated on over 40 acres of South East Queensland’s finest flora and fauna. Or a safari-style luxe bungalow which is surrounded by an exotic landscape. We have personally selected the best of the best. Staying with the locals, that’s the greatest way to see Australia.

After we meet you and get to know you, we will then choose the best accommodation to suit your personality. Take a look at a selection of some of our favourite accommodation for solo travellers, from comfortable to luxury.

How do I travel around?

We recommend travelling around Australia by car. Australia is the land of ‘road-trippin'. With world-class scenic drives, endless coastlines, ancient landscapes and rainforests, you won’t want to miss a thing! Discover the country at a relaxed pace. And with only a couple of hours between each location, means more time to relax and explore.

Depending on your wishes, you may also need to take a domestic flight or two. Flying inside the country means, you will save time driving and therefore see more. We are happy to meet you at a time and place that suits you to discuss this further.

How do I get to Australia?

Flying to the other side of the world by yourself may seem scary at first. But it doesn’t need to be. We will ensure that you travel to Australia in the most pleasurable way possible. All you need to do is pack your bags! This time tomorrow, you could be at your dream destination.

Which class would you like to fly? We have provided information about Economy, Premium Economy, First and Business Class. If you have any questions, feel free to contact us.

Fly business class to Australia with Cathay Pacific

Would you like more inspiration for your journey?

We design unique, personalised holidays that suit your interests. A bespoke holiday including flights, hire cars, great things to do, and unique places to stay. Tell us what you want and we will create your holiday accordingly. Because everyone is different and so is every journey we plan.

What does your dream journey look like? We have lots of things that we can recommend from our first-hand local experience. Take a look at some of our favourite trips for more inspiration.

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Ready for the holiday of a lifetime?

Discover a world beyond ordinary

At TravelEssence, we specialise in crafting custom-made holidays that take you off the beaten path and create memories to last a lifetime. We believe in connecting with the heart and soul of a place, introducing you to the locals who call it home. Engage in conversations with fascinating individuals who will share their stories, traditions, and way of life, leaving an indelible mark on your journey.