In 2027, One Traveller will mark 20 years since the company was founded by former Tour Manager Ian Darkin. Established in 2007 to cater specifically for solo travellers over 50, the business has grown from operating its first tour in 2008 to becoming one of the UK’s leading escorted tour operators for mature solo travellers.
To celebrate their 20th anniversary, the team at One Traveller has launched nine brand new tours stretching from their home county of Norfolk to the Galápagos Islands.
Commenting on the anniversary and new tours, Ian Darkin, CEO of One Traveller said “The wider over-50s travel market has changed significantly during the past two decades. Today’s travellers are generally more experienced, more independent and more willing to travel long-haul than previous generations. Reflecting these changing travel preferences, One Traveller has expanded its programme to include destinations such as Alaska and the Galápagos Islands, alongside its established portfolio of UK, European and worldwide holidays.”
A selection of the 2027 anniversary tours include:
Crete – a walking holiday
Discover the diverse landscapes of western Crete on this seven-night walking holiday, combining coastal trails, mountain scenery and traditional villages. From the historic harbour town of Chania to the dramatic surroundings of Imbros Gorge, the itinerary showcases some of the island’s most striking landscapes, alongside olive groves, botanical gardens, freshwater lakes and beautiful Mediterranean beaches.
Each walking day offers a choice of routes, allowing you to select either a gentler pace or a more challenging option. Accompanied by an experienced local guide and One Traveller Tour Manager, you’ll enjoy carefully planned walks balanced with cultural visits and opportunities to experience authentic Cretan life, including the villages of Vouves and Argyroupoli and Lake Kournas.
Departing 13 April 2027, 7 nights from £2,790pp, including return flights, private coach travel, all meals and wine with dinner, guided walks and excursions and the services of two dedicated One Traveller Tour Managers throughout. Stay at the 4-star deluxe Mistral Hotel in a double room for single occupancy.
Maximum group size: 38.
Full tour details: One Traveller Crete Walking Holiday
Alaska Cruise with Vancouver & Seattle
Experience Alaska and the Pacific Northwest on this 13-night journey combining vibrant cities with breathtaking natural scenery. The journey begins in Vancouver, exploring its many neighbourhoods, parks and coastal viewpoints before embarking on a cruise through Alaska’s Inside Passage.
During the cruise, visit Juneau, Skagway and Ketchikan and experience the vast Mendenhall Glacier. There is also an opportunity to enjoy a journey on the historic White Pass & Yukon Route Railroad. The tour concludes in Seattle, offering a chance to explore the city and the nearby wine country
Departing 19 May & 8 September 2027, 13 nights from £8,490pp, including return flights, private coach travel, cruise with all meals all soft drinks and up to 15 alcoholic drinks per day, guided excursions including Capilano Suspension Bridge and Grouse Mountain, a trip on the White Pass and Yukon Route Railroad, a guided tour of the Boeing aircraft factory and wine tasting in Woodinville wine country.
Maximum group size: 30
Full tour details: Alaska & Pacific Northwest Discovery
Ecuador & the Galápagos
On this 14-night journey, explore the natural beauty and cultural richness of Ecuador and the Galápagos Islands. The tour begins in Quito, where you can wander through its UNESCO-listed historic centre before experiencing the traditions of the Otavalo region and the breathtaking Andean landscapes.
Next stop, the Galápagos Islands, where abundant wildlife and pristine surroundings take centre stage. You’ll be guided by experts who bring these incredible ecosystems to life, allowing you to encounter species found nowhere else on Earth.
Departing 10 June & 7 September 2027, 14 nights from £8,190pp, including return flights, internal flights, private coach travel, guided excursions and the services of a dedicated One Traveller Tour Manager throughout. Maximum group size: 20
Full tour details: Ecuador & Galápagos Discovery
Agatha Christie’s Torquay and Burgh Island
This five-day holiday steps into Christie’s world of glamour and intrigue along the English Riviera — where her story began. Enjoy three nights at The Grand Hotel Torquay, where Christie honeymooned in 1914 and explore Torquay with an expert local guide visiting key sites from her life including the atmospheric Kents Cavern as well as enjoying a thrilling murder mystery evening.
Travel in vintage style aboard the Dartmouth Steam Railway to Kingswear, before crossing by ferry to Dartmouth. Discover Greenway House, Christie’s beloved riverside retreat and the inspiration for ‘Dead Man’s Folly’. The holiday concludes with an unforgettable overnight stay exclusively for the One Traveller group at the iconic Burgh Island Hotel where “And Then There Were None” and “Evil Under the Sun” were born.
Departing 6 September 2027 and priced from £3,190with private coach for all excursions, a guided tour of key Agatha Christie sites from her life in Torquay, murder mystery evening at The Grand Hotel, Dartmouth Steam Railway, Sea Tractor to Burgh Island Hotel (tide permitting) and four nights in a double room for sole occupancy in 4* hotels including one night in the Burgh Island hotel.
Full tour details: Agatha Christie’s Torquay and Burgh Island
The other tours included in the 20th anniversary brochure are:
- Scottish Highlands departing 22nd May 2027
- Norfolk – Historic Houses and Gardens departing 22nd June 2027
- Lake Constance and Bregenz Festiva departing 3rd and 17th August 2027
- Bohemian Beauty in the Czech Republic departing 17th June and 30th September 2027
Images supplied. Crete images courtesy of unsplash.com
