For Solo Travellers
For Solo Travellers
Quality Christian Holidays
A holiday that feels like home, with people who feel like family.
The unique atmosphere and environment of a Richmond holiday is one that welcomes and includes everybody into a fun, relaxing Christian community. From your initial enquiry to the final sunset at the end of your holiday, we are here to take care of you and ensure that you have the best holiday ever.
Samos
May to October
Our fantastic resort team curate a weekly schedule of activities that provide plenty of opportunities to come together so you never need to be alone – unless you want to be! From the large dining tables at breakfast and dinner, to times of shared ministry at the hotel, there are key moments of fellowship for everyone to come together.
Whether you’re looking for a relaxing break or an active holiday, Samos has something for everyone! We’re based at the family-run Zefiros Beach Hotel, which is right on the beachfront in the peaceful Mykali Bay, where our RYA Watersports Centre is open every week of the season.
With led bike rides, local walks, a free minibus shuttle to nearby towns, quizzes, and optional excursions, there is so much to enjoy together as part of God’s family!
If you’re looking for a time with other solo travellers, we recommend coming in May/June or September/October. The majority of guests are in the 55+ age group during this time and it’s a bit less busy than high season, with a mix of solo travellers, couples and friends.
We also have some optional programmes running on some dates, which can be a great way to meet like-minded people and supplement your holiday plans.
We have our 20s and 30s programmes running at the end of June/early July – although all are welcome, the activities and excursions on offer will be tailored more to this age group. These weeks provide fantastic opportunities to meet new friends of a similar age if you’re travelling solo!
Let us take care of the travel by booking an ATOL-protected package for you, including direct flights from the UK and airport transfers in Samos, you’ll be greeted with a friendly smile as soon as you arrive!
Madeira
October 2025
Known as the Island of Eternal Spring, our holidays to Madeira offer a curated itinerary with opportunities to explore the island on foot as part of led excursions with a trusted local tour company, visit the famous botanical gardens, soak up the culture with visits to Art galleries, museums, wineries and more!
These holidays are for over-18s only, and are particularly popular with solo travellers and couples, typically (but not exclusively) in the 55+ age bracket.
The Castanheiro Boutique Hotel offers fantastic food, outstanding accommodation and luxurious spa facilities, this is a real opportunity to treat yourself!
Chalet Des Neiges
December to April
Chalet des Neiges is ideally located at 2,000m altitude in Reberty Village, just above Les Menuires in the Three Valleys ski resort.
Our friendly team of hosts provide a warm welcome, from operating our Richmond exclusive transfer service, organising your ski extras, to incredible home-cooked meals each day and making sure the chalet is clean and comfortable, and you have everything you need to enjoy your holiday!
Our dining room is set up with large tables providing key moments of fellowship throughout the day – from poring over piste maps at breakfast to plan your day to sharing stories from adventures across the Three Valleys at the end of the day.
Outside of February half term, you’re likely to find solo travellers on any week of the season. We have an exclusive week for 20s and 30s in January, but everyone is welcome any time outside of this, and similar to our Samos holidays, we have lots of guests aged 55+ and guests continue to ski well into their 70s, enjoying their discounted lift pass for those aged 75+!
Don't just take our word for it!
I particularly enjoyed the hotel staff and Richmond leaders. All were fabulous. And the hotel felt so friendly and like being with family. The location is wonderful. Our group of travellers were all really kind and conscious of each other too.
Catherine, April 2025, Madeira
All aspects of the holiday really really well handled - Richmond staff superb and always there to help. Very sensitive Ministry appreciated by all.
Peter, April 2025, Madeira
Once again Richmond provides more than just a holiday, but a full experience of being part of the Christian family, which is very healing and has value beyond all measure.
Rosalind, April 2025, Madeira
Really enjoyed our time again, it is an oasis both spiritually and physically.
Julian, June 2025, Samos
I wasn’t too sure what to expect from an organised holiday as I have never done one before. I came with my adult daughter who has additional needs and I was blown away by the love and care of you all for both of us. Thank you.
Karen, May 2025, Samos
I enjoyed the friendliness, the feeling of safety and the God centred approach, morning prayers on the beach was euphoric!! xx
Zoe, May 2025, Samos
We enjoyed the care and family experience that is so unique to Richmond. And it was a joy as ever to see God moving and bring rest, restoration to so many guests.
Helen, May 2025, Samos
The fellowship with other guests, the care shown by staff, walk guides and ministry leaders all contributed to a fantastic holiday.
Neil, May 2025, Samos
The experience of being on holiday with other Christians in such a very inclusive and relaxed atmosphere, with the opportunity to ski and to worship with so many lovely new friends makes this just the best holiday ever.
Penny, March 2025, Chalet des Neiges
I had an absolutely brilliant time and am so grateful to Richmond and to God! People were so friendly and fun, mountains stunning, skiing wonderful, team fantastic- THANK YOU!!!
Ros, February 2025, Chalet des Neiges
To swim in the sea in the mornings as the Sun rose, praying and worshipping for the father. To try to learn to sail. All the fun we had as a group!!
Carol, September 2024, Samos
I met some lovely people some of whom are now friends and also had a lot of fun and laughs.
Ruth, September 2024, Samos
The sunny weather, the sea, walks, lovely company. The beauty of the scenery, the history, interesting towns.
Morag, September 2024, Samos
Ministry time. Wonderful amenities on beach. Having great Tavernas in walking distance. Really lively fellowship.
Janice, June 2024, Samos
As the week goes on the guests become one big happy family. We got to know other guests really well.
Philip, June 2024, Samos
This was my first solo holiday and I could not have enjoyed it more. Everywhere you went in the hotel you could find someone to sit with, chat with, laugh with or even kayak with. We were one big church family on holiday in the sun.
Wendy, October 2024, Samos