India's First Edition · 2026

The Soloist

One Instrument. One Journey. One You.

Date
Dec 19–20, 2026
City
New Delhi
Format
In-Person
India's First
Solo Travel
Conclave
A two-day gathering of solo travellers, storytellers & pioneers. New Delhi · December 2026
THE SOLOIST SOLO TRAVEL INDIA'S FIRST 19–20 DEC 2026 NEW DELHI ADVENTURE FREEDOM THE SOLOIST SOLO TRAVEL INDIA'S FIRST 19–20 DEC 2026 NEW DELHI ADVENTURE FREEDOM
About the Conclave

Where the Lone
Wanderer Finds
Their Tribe

The Soloist is India's first dedicated conclave for solo travellers — a two-day gathering of adventurers, storytellers, safety advocates, and wandering souls who've chosen to explore the world on their own terms.

"Not all those who wander are lost — but all who gather here have found something worth sharing."

From Spiti to Southeast Asia, from budget backpacking to luxury solo retreats, this is the space where India's solo travel community comes together to learn, connect, and celebrate the art of travelling alone.

50+
Speakers & Explorers
2
Days of Programming
800+
Attendees Expected
15+
Sessions & Panels
The Case for Going Alone

What Solo Travel Teaches You

01

Complete Freedom of Itinerary

Go where the wind takes you. Change plans on a whim. Solo travel is the purest form of freedom — no compromises, just you and the road.

02

Deeper Human Connections

Travelling alone makes you approachable. You talk to strangers, share tables, and forge bonds that last a lifetime.

03

Radical Self-Reliance

Every challenge you solve alone builds a version of yourself you never knew existed. Solo travel is the world's greatest confidence course.

04

Real Cultural Immersion

Without the bubble of a group, you're forced into the real culture — local food stalls, village festivals, temple rituals no tour guide can arrange.

05

Mindfulness & Presence

Alone with no one to perform for, you're finally present. The sounds, smells, and textures of a place become vivid. Solo travel is meditation in motion.

06

Stories Worth Telling

The most extraordinary travel stories are almost always solo ones — because when you're alone, the improbable happens and you're fully awake to receive it.

Featured Voices

The Speakers

50+ explorers, authors, safety advocates & travel entrepreneurs.

S
Sumitra Senapaty
Founder, WOW Women on Wanderlust
Inaugurator
S
Sangeeta Barooah Pisharoty
Moderator & Travel Journalist
Moderator
H
Hoinu Hauzel
Moderator, Male Solo Travel Panel
Moderator
J
Joi Barua
Musician · Live Closing Performance
Performer
Full speaker lineup announced October 2026  ·  Get notified →
Programme

Two Days, One Journey

10:00 AM
Inauguration
Inauguration — Lighting of the Lamp
Sumitra Senapaty · Founder, WOW Women on Wanderlust
10:15 AM
Panel
Solo Travel: A Growing Market in India and a Worldwide Trend in 2025–2026
Moderated by Sangeeta Barooah Pisharoty
11:30 AM
Break
Tea Break
11:45 AM
Panel
How Safe is Solo Travel for Female Travellers in India?
Panel of Women Solo Travellers — Sharing Experiences
12:45 PM
Testimonials
First-Time Women Solo Travellers Share Their Stories
Participants from the Korobi trip · 2–3 minutes each
1:15 PM
Lunch
Lunch Break
2:15 PM
Panel
Male Solo Travellers in India: Sharing Their Experiences
Moderated by Hoinu Hauzel
3:15 PM
Panel
Can Solo Travellers Earn a Living Through Full-Time Travel?
Panellists: Travel Creators & Digital Nomads
4:15 PM
Performance
Stand-Up Comedy Performance
A Well-Known Delhi-Based Comic
5:15 PM
Live Concert
Musical Evening by Joi Barua
Joi Barua · Live Performance
10:45 AM
Panel
The Market for Niche Solo Travel — Including Luxury Solo Travel Experiences
Expert Panel of Travel Industry Leaders
1:00 PM
Lunch
Lunch Break
2:00 PM
App Launch
India Solo Travel App — Official Launch & Q&A
In conversation with Anuj, Dikshit & Neor · hosted by Sangeeta Barooah Pisharoty
3:30 PM
Panel
Tech for Solo Travellers: Apps, Tools & What's Next
Panel Discussion including the India Solo Travel App team
The Venue

India International
Centre, Delhi

Address
40, Max Mueller Marg, New Delhi
Dates
19th – 20th December, 2026
Timing
9:00 AM – 8:00 PM daily
Capacity
800 Delegates
NEW DELHI
28.5983° N · 77.2089° E

The India International Centre is India's premier intellectual venue — a fitting home for the country's first solo travel conclave. Minutes from Lodhi Garden, Khan Market, and central Delhi.

Reserve Your Place

Choose Your Journey

Early bird pricing ends 30 September 2026

Explorer
2,999
Early bird until Sep 30
  • All 2 days of access
  • General session attendance
  • Networking pass
  • Conclave kit & tote bag
  • Lunch on all days
Pioneer
9,999
Limited to 50 seats
  • Everything in Wanderer
  • Front-row reserved seating
  • 1:1 with featured speaker
  • Exclusive Pioneer dinner
  • Credited in Conclave Report
  • Lifetime The Soloist member

Group discounts available for 5+ registrations · Students get 40% off with valid ID

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India's First Solo Travel Conclave · New Delhi · December 2026