AC
Amelia Carter
Founder & Travel Expert
Luxury & honeymoons
About Arshan
Our Story
We're travellers first — building the trips we always wanted to take.
Who we are
Creating Meaningful Travel Experiences
Arshan began with a simple idea: the best journeys are planned by people who know a place by heart.
Today our team of travel designers and local guides creates small-group tours, private journeys and hand-picked stays across five continents. We sweat the details — transfers that turn up on time, hotels we've slept in, guides we've walked with — so you can be fully present on the trip.
- Local experts in every destination
- Small groups, average of 10 travellers
- Honest pricing with no hidden fees
15+years of
travel design
travel design
Our journey in numbers
- 12K+Happy Travelers
- 250+Destinations
- 1.5K+Tour Packages
- 98%Positive Reviews
- 15+Years Experience
Our mission
To make extraordinary travel effortless — and to make sure every trip leaves the places we visit a little better.
Our vision
A world where travel connects people across cultures and supports the communities that welcome us.
Our values
What We Believe In
Travel with care
We work with locally owned guesthouses, guides and restaurants so your money stays in the places you visit.
People first
Small groups, real conversations and hosts who become friends.
Lighter footprint
Rail over short flights, plastic-free tours and carbon contributions on every trip.
Trust & safety
Vetted partners, 24/7 support and financially protected bookings.
Our journey
Milestones Along the Way
- 2011
Founded in San Francisco
Two former tour leaders start Arshan with three Southeast Asia itineraries.
- 2015
Europe & the Alps
Rail-based tours launch in Switzerland, Italy and Greece.
- 2019
10,000 travellers
Our community passes ten thousand guests in 40 countries.
- 2026
250+ destinations
Private trips, hotels and car rental join our small-group tours.
15+Years crafting
journeys
journeys
Why travel with us
Why Travel With Arshan
We make travel simple, safe and unforgettable — from the first idea to the moment you're home again.
Expert Local Guides
Licensed guides who grew up in the places they show you.
Unique Experiences
Cooking in family homes, sunrise access and hidden trails.
Safe & Secure
Financially protected bookings and vetted partners.
Custom Itineraries
Tailor any tour, or let us design a private trip.
The people behind your trip
Meet Our Travel Experts
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Rafael Santos
Head Tour Guide
Adventure & trekking
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Maya Hartono
Destination Specialist
Bali & Southeast Asia
LB
Lukas Brenner
Destination Specialist
Alps & rail journeys
Plan with an expert
Ready for Your Next Adventure?
Let us help you plan the perfect trip with customised itineraries and unforgettable experiences.
