For many people, travel is something they dream of but often put off—especially if they don’t have a ready-made travel companion. At Selah, we know that a large number of our guests join us as single travellers, and we love helping them discover the joy of exploring the world in the company of like-minded Christians.
In fact, around 30% of our participants are single travellers, so you will never feel like the odd one out or that everyone else is coupled up. Our tours are communities—welcoming, encouraging, and spiritually rich.
Avoiding the Single Supplement
One of the biggest challenges for solo travellers is the dreaded “single supplement” fee. To help, Selah offers a roommate matching service, pairing travellers of the same gender and similar age to share a room. Many of these roommate pairings turn into genuine friendships that last long after the tour is over.
More Than Just Sightseeing
Travelling with a Christian group means you are never “just another tourist.” Our tours include times of worship, prayer, and devotions that bring depth and meaning to the journey. For single travellers, this creates a shared spiritual experience and a sense of belonging—you’re not travelling alone, you’re journeying with brothers and sisters in Christ.
Free Time, Thoughtfully Considered
We design our itineraries with free time built in, and we’re intentional about looking out for our solo travellers. Whether it’s a café stop in Rome, an evening walk through a Tuscan village, or exploring a local market, our leaders help ensure no one is left on their own—unless, of course, they want some quiet time.
Safe, Supportive & Welcoming
Many single travellers are nervous about joining a group, but they quickly find that a Selah tour feels more like being part of a family. Our tour leaders are intentional about hospitality—seating arrangements, meals, excursions, and conversations are all opportunities to connect and build friendships.
A Diverse Mix of Travellers
Our single travellers come from all walks of life and all age groups—30s through to 70s. Whether you’re single by choice, widowed, divorced, or just love the independence of travelling on your own, you’ll find others at a similar stage of life.
Stories of Friendship
Time and again, we hear from past travellers who started out as strangers but returned home with lifelong friends, prayer partners, and new confidence to keep exploring the world. One traveller recently told us, “I came on this tour not knowing anyone. I left with sisters in Christ I now speak to every week.”
Space for Reflection
Of course, single travellers also value the freedom to set their own rhythm. Our tours allow time for rest, journaling, prayer, or simply soaking up the atmosphere of a special place – Selah.
It’s the best of both worlds: independence within the safety and joy of a group.
Why Not Take the Step?
If you’ve ever hesitated to travel because you don’t have a companion, consider this your invitation. A Selah tour gives you the best of both worlds: the independence of travelling solo and the connection of being part of a Christian community.
You’ll see remarkable places, deepen your faith, and discover that travelling as a single doesn’t mean travelling alone. With Selah, you’re always part of the family.
