New England Tours for Solo Travelers
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- New England's Fall Foliage
- The Colors of Autumn: New England Edition
- Coastal New England
- USA – Best of Acadia National Park Maine
- Colors of New England (Boston, MA to Portland, ME)
- New England Holiday featuring the historic Omni Mount Washington Resort (Boston, MA to Newport, RI)
- Best of Boston & Massachusetts - 4 days
- Classic New EngLand
- Autumn Colours (9 Days)
- The colorful splendor of Indian summer (from Boston/to New York)
For travelers aged 12+, New England's treasures unfold from Boston's Freedom Trail to Stowe's Trapp Family Lodge. Authentic moments await at Faddens General Store's maple sugaring and Martha's Vineyard's seaside villages.
Duration 9 days Destinations Boston, Kennebunkport, North Conway, Stowe, Pittsfield, Hartford, Providence, Martha's Vineyard Island, Newport Age Range Ages 12+ Group Size Max Group Size 99 Group Type GroupPersonalized Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Tours of Distinction From
- NZ$5,918
Duration 6 days Destinations Boston, Lincoln, Stowe, Catskill Mountains, Green Mountains National Forest Age Range Ages 18+ Group Size Max Group Size 12 Group Type PrivatePersonalized Room Type Singles, Shared Operator WeVenture From
- NZ$8,439
Newport's mansions and Portland's harbor showcase New England's coastal beauty. Like-minded travelers share moments at Plymouth Rock and Boston's Freedom Trail. Strategic hotel locations support exploration across six states.
Duration 9 days Destinations New York City, Mystic, Rhode Island, Newport, New Bedford, Plymouth, Provincetown, Portland, Ogunquit, Boston Age Range All Ages Welcome Group Size Max Group Size 50 Group Type Group Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Cosmos From $4,759
4% Off- NZ$4,559You save $200
New England's crown jewel awaits small groups of solo travelers. Take in sunrise moments at Cadillac Mountain, climb Beehive Trail's iron rungs, and relax over Jordan Pond views. The nearby Bar Harbor lodging provides perfect balance of group activities and personal time.
Duration 5 days Destinations Bangor, Acadia National Park, Cadillac Mountain, Bar Harbor Age Range Ages 8+ Group Size Max Group Size 30 Group Type Group Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Bucket List Group Travel LLC From
4% Off- NZ$4,483
Duration 8 days Destinations Boston, Woodstock, Stowe, Quechee, North Conway, Conway, Portland, Kennebunkport Age Range All Ages Welcome Group Size Max Group Size 44 Group Type Group Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Collette From
4% Off- NZ$8,349
Duration 7 days Destinations Boston, Bretton Woods, Newport Age Range All Ages Welcome Group Size Max Group Size 44 Group Type Group Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Collette From
4% Off- NZ$5,999
Duration 4 days Destinations Boston, Salem, MA, Rockport, MA, Cape Cod, Plymouth Age Range All Ages Welcome Group Size Max Group Size 12 Group Type Group Room Type Singles, Shared Operator On The Go Tours From
4% Off- NZ$3,545
New England's welcoming communities open their arms from Boston's historic districts to Portland's Old Port. Safe hiking trails wind through Acadia National Park, while Newport's harbor area offers social atmospheres, with carefully selected accommodations throughout.
Duration 15 days Destinations Boston, Portland, Kennebunkport, Bar Harbor, Newport, Cape Cod, Hyannis, North Falmouth Age Range All Ages Welcome Group Size Max Group Size 50 Group Type Private Room Type Singles, Shared Operator DERTOUR From
4% Off- NZ$2,665
No departure dates availableDuration 9 days Destinations Boston, Burlington, North Conway, Bar Harbor, Acadia National Park, Rockport, Kennebunkport Age Range All Ages Welcome Group Size Max Group Size 48 Group Type Group Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Trafalgar 
From Boston's Revolutionary sites to White Mountains' maple farms, solo travelers uncover New England's charm. Group activities and comfortable stays at Holiday Inn Boston and Woodwards Resort create lasting memories.
Duration 12 days Destinations Boston, Kennebunkport, Portland, Portsmouth, Bar Harbor, Newport, Cape Cod, Provincetown, Plymouth, New York City Age Range Ages 7+ Operated in Only: German Group Size Max Group Size 52 Group Type Group Room Type Singles, Shared Operator DERTOUR From
4% Off- NZ$5,164
What people love about touring New England solo
- Fall Colours of New England
We had a wonderful experience and satisfied of the overall outcome.
- Cape Cod & the Islands
We had a wonderful experience on our tour. It was the right amount of sightseeing with the group and some on our own. We enjoyed learning more and seeing a part of the USA that we had not been to before.
What our customers ask about New England Tours for Solo Travelers
What is the typical group size for solo travelers on New England guided tours?
Groups on New England tours usually include 20-24 people creating a close-knit traveling community. Places like the Harbor View Hotel in Martha's Vineyard and Eagle Mountain House in Jackson NH provide shared spaces where travelers naturally come together. Shared activities such as whale watching trips in Bar Harbor and Boston's Freedom Trail walks help solo travelers connect. A TourRadar traveler on a Collette tour in coastal Maine said "The smaller group size of 24 people made it very comfortable to get to know everyone."
How much should I budget for a single supplement on New England tours?
Single supplements cost between USD 400-800 for 8-day tours with some companies offering supplement-free dates or roommate matching. Insight Vacations' Fall Foliage tour charges about USD 600 for single rooms at places like the Trapp Family Lodge in Stowe VT and Harbor View Hotel in Martha's Vineyard. A TourRadar reviewer noted "As a solo traveler I found the single supplement reasonable given the high quality of the hotels."
Which New England destinations are most solo traveler-friendly?
Boston Portland ME and Burlington VT stand out as welcoming spots for solo travelers. Each city offers walkable historic areas group activities and busy food scenes that work well for both independent and group exploration. The Portland Harbor Hotel hosts wine gatherings where solo guests can meet others. A TourRadar traveler on Collette's Coastal Maine tour shared "Portland's Old Port district was perfect for solo exploration between group activities."
What evening activities are available for solo travelers on New England tours?
Evenings often feature group meals showcasing regional dishes like fresh lobster in Portland or farm-fresh Vermont dinners. Properties such as the Harborview Hotel in Martha's Vineyard arrange wine socials and boat trips that bring travelers together. A TourRadar reviewer of their Insight Vacations tour said "The optional evening activities especially the sunset sail in Newport were great for meeting others."
What is the typical social atmosphere like for solo travelers on New England guided tours?
The tours create natural ways for solo travelers to connect through shared experiences like lobster dinners in Portland maple farm visits in Vermont and drives through the White Mountains. TourRadar travelers often mention the friendly environment noting "Our tour guide made sure everyone felt included and the group quickly became like family during our shared experiences through New England's beautiful landscapes."
How much free time do solo travelers typically get on New England tours?
Tours balance guided activities with 2-3 hours of daily free time in places like Bar Harbor Newport and Boston. During stops in Bar Harbor travelers can explore Acadia National Park alone or join optional group trips. One TourRadar traveler shared: "I loved having the flexibility to either explore on my own or join others from the group during our free time in port towns."
Which seasonal activities in New England are best suited for solo travelers?
Fall (September-October) offers group hikes on New Hampshire's Kancamagus Highway and through Maine's Acadia National Park. Summer (June-August) features shared activities like chocolate tastings at Lake Champlain in Burlington and lobster fishing shows in Bar Harbor. Winter sports in Stowe and spring maple syrup events in Vermont also help travelers connect in smaller groups.