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France holidays for solo travellers

Everything we run in France, soonest first.

Hosted by Jackie, Lauren and Samantha

4 holidays

  • ATOL 9046
  • Bonded trust account
  • Never forced to share
  • A named host
ATOL protected, licence number 9046

France is close enough for a short break and varied enough to fill a fortnight — Provençal markets, Alpine villages, Atlantic coastline, all within a few hours of each other. Spice Escapes hosts pick the corners that reward slowing down rather than the ones that make the postcards.

Every trip travels as a small group with a named host, and a single room is nearly always available if twin-share is not for you.

When to go

Late spring and early autumn keep the south comfortable without the August crowds, when much of France itself is on holiday too. The north and Atlantic coast are workable for walking most of the year.

Getting there

UK regional airports connect directly to Paris, Nice, Bordeaux and several other French cities — often a shorter flight than the drive to your own airport. Your host confirms the nearest option once you book.

Why book our France holidays with Spice?

A named host travels with the group the whole way, not just the airport transfer — you'll meet who they are further down this page. Nobody is paired off, nobody has to arrive with someone else, and every flight-inclusive departure is ATOL protected.

January 2027 3 holidays

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Ski Tignes

France | January 2027 | 7 nights

Jackie Whyte
Hosted by Jackie Whyte

The resorts of Tignes and Val D'Isere combine to create what was formerly know as the huge Espace Killy area which you can enjoy on this wonderful break away with us.

from £1,399pp

with flights £1,619pp

Single room supplement: £399

  • Places available
  • Single rooms available
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Ski Les Arcs

France | January 2027 | 7 nights

Lauren Fawkes
Hosted by Lauren Fawkes

With a seemingly endless amount of skiing you'll not be short of something to keep you amused for the week. Book by 30 August and secure a half price Adult lift pass saving £180!

from £1,509pp

  • Places available
  • Flights included
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Ski Morzine

France | January 2027 | 7 nights

A wonderful ski area with masses of skiing ready to be enjoyed.

from £1,199pp

with flights £1,439pp

  • Places available

February 2027 1 holiday

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All Inclusive Perfect Paris

France | February 2027 | 3 nights

Samantha Pike
Hosted by Samantha Pike

Visit Paris on an all inclusive trip - what are you waiting for! Paris never ceases to amaze us, we think we know it, and then there is another surprise waiting for us around the corner. Paris, eternal, romantic, unusual, creative and modern: discover the city's architectural and cultural heritage. Along the Seine, embark on a unique dinner cruise experience in the heart of the sublime French capital. This trip includes all meals and drinks on board your floating accommodation.

from £679pp

with flights £829pp

Single room supplement: £199

  • Places available
  • Single rooms available

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What travellers say

4.9/5 from 63 reviews on Google

  • Google review · Jun 2025

    Starting in Paris, near to the Eiffel Tower is lovely. After the communal meal, some of us walked to the Eiffel Tower which is even more lovely at night.

    We changed hotels as we travelled, so experienced staying in a smaller French town too. This was so interesting and made the holiday feel more of a trip, rather than a short break.

    The evening meals were grouped, but also you get to pick and pay for your choices and close to the hotel, so easy to go back when ready.

    Giverny is lovely, the Champagne tasting was a completely different experience that I probably wouldn’t have had a chance to try.

    I’d definitely return to Giverny, preferably later to see how it looks in Summer (well June/July/August). This is an excellent first trip. It’s shorter, varied and you get to meet people.

    Sally
  • Google review · Feb 2024

    A great week organised by Spice in France. Our host was helpful, the group was fun and the ski area large. I would book a ski holiday with Spice again.

    Sara Worthington

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The hosts on our France holidays

Named before you book, and travelling with the group the whole way.

Questions people ask about our France holidays

Will I be the only one on my own?

No. Almost everyone books on their own — that is the whole point of the trip. Nobody has to pair up and nobody sits on their own at dinner unless they want to.

Do I have to share a room?

Only if you want to. Sharing a twin with another solo traveller of the same sex costs nothing extra, and it is how most people keep the price down. If you would rather have a room to yourself, you can — see the single-room price on the trip you are looking at.

Is there a single supplement?

There is a charge for a room of your own and it varies a great deal by trip, so the honest answer is the figure on the holiday you are looking at rather than an average. What there is not is any obligation to pay it: sharing a twin with another solo traveller of the same sex costs nothing extra, and it is a genuine option rather than a token one.

Every holiday with a single room available, and what each one costs, is listed on single rooms and single supplements.

How big is the group?

Small enough to learn everyone’s name in the first day or two. Group sizes vary by trip and are listed on each holiday.

What does the host actually do?

Your host is there to make your holiday feel easy, welcoming and fun. They travel with the group throughout the trip, help everyone get to know each other, keep things running smoothly and are there if you need anything along the way.

They’re not a traditional holiday rep — they’re part of the group, sharing the experience with you and helping make sure nobody feels left out.

Is my money protected?

Yes. Payments are held in a bonded trust account and the holidays are ATOL protected under licence 9046.

What age are the other travellers?

It varies by trip. Most groups span a wide range of ages with a shared interest in the destination rather than a shared birth year.

Is there a minimum age?

Yes — 18. Spice Escapes holidays are adults only.

Most people who travel with us are in their forties and beyond, but that is who books rather than a rule. There is no upper age limit, and two people travelling together do not need to be a similar age: a daughter in her thirties travelling with her mother in her sixties is an ordinary booking.

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