Some say luxury is in the silk linen. We say it’s the freedom to be. Be wild tracking endangered silverbacks. Be present over homemade meals in a trattoria. Be still crafting knives beside legendary bladesmiths.
Journeys that move you: physically, culturally, mentally.
Find your reset
Stop worrying about logistics.
Start wandering with intention.
Planning the kind of trip you dream about shouldn’t feel like another full-time job. Between endless tabs and juggling family or friends’ bucket lists, the joy of anticipation quickly turns into overwhelm.
That’s where we step in.
Transformation starts even before you pack your bags.
We take the weight of logistics off your shoulders, ease group friction, and guide you off-piste to experiences that go beyond Google Maps.
We design moments suspended between adventure and dream, so your journey feels like time reclaimed.
After decades of exploring meaningful adventures, we’re ready to share the trail with you. Think zip-lining through the Amazon, wandering century-old vineyards in Spain, or finding zen in a clifftop monastery in Bhutan. And every trip you take helps sustain the communities and ecosystems you visit.
Choose the level of support that fits your journey
Rooted Immersion
Perfect for: Single-destination immersion (4-7 days)
Meticulously crafted adventures for milestone moments and wellness rituals in one extraordinary place. Far from the maddening crowds, we carve your path to authentic cultural experiences, so you leave logistics behind and return home renewed.
What's included:
- A co-created Rooted Map to align on your travel intentions
- Personalized consultation and itinerary with space to breathe
- Handpicked local eco-luxury and boutique accommodations
- Restaurant reservations featuring locally sourced cuisine
- Community-based cultural experiences
- Pre-trip briefing with detailed travel documents
- International flight recommendations for independent booking
- Rising Echo follow-up to integrate your transformation
- Built-in contribution to The Rising Return, supporting conservation and communities (no extra charges)
- Optional add-ons: Private transfers prioritizing eco-friendly transportation
Planning fee from $400
(Trip budgets typically $10,000+)
“The beauty of the landscape on our route to Kylemore Abbey felt surreal. From the start, I knew we were in expert hands. Every detail of the itinerary was perfectly organized… This trip was a once-in-a-lifetime experience for my mom and taught me to truly savor life to the fullest.”
Rising Expedition
Perfect for: Multi-country adventures (8+ days)
What's included:
Created for explorers ready to go further, our multi-destination journeys immerse you in the stories and people behind each place. From soulful safaris to spice-filled souks, we take care of the details across time zones, so you can take care of being present.
Planning fee from $750
(Trip budgets typically $20,000+)
- A co-created Rooted Map to align on your travel intentions
- Comprehensive multi-destination planning and coordination
- Personalized and flexible itinerary focused on hands-on immersion
- Handpicked local eco-luxury and boutique accommodations across locations
- Local culinary experiences with restaurant reservations
- Private guides providing genuine local interactions
- Community-based immersive cultural experiences
- Pre-trip briefing with comprehensive travel documents
- International flight recommendations for independent booking
- Domestic flights and inter-destination connections
- Private transfers prioritizing eco-friendly transportation
- Post-trip consultation for future planning
- Rising Echo follow-up to integrate your transformation
- Built-in contribution to The Rising Return, supporting conservation and communities (no extra charges)
“From recovering from jet lag in Cape Town to road-tripping through the wine country, hiking in Knysna, staying at family farms, and ending in a safari lodge on the edge of Kruger, every moment felt effortless and authentic.”
À La Carte Travel Support
Perfect for: Independent travelers who want expert guidance
Enjoy the freedom to set your own pace with the exclusive support of your R&R advisor. You create the plan. We refine it to give you room to breathe. You’ll have access to our vetted partners and immersive experiences so you can focus on the reset you crave.
Luxury Accommodations
Complimentary
Enjoy exclusive upgrades, credits, and VIP treatment at eco-luxury properties worldwide through our Virtuoso partners.
Travel Consultations
$150/hour
Access personalized destination advice, genuine cultural experiences, and vetted local stays.
Itinerary Review
$200
Get in-depth feedback and enhancement suggestions for your self-planned trip.
Pre-trip: The Rooted Map
Your Rooted Map isn’t just an itinerary. It’s a co-created compass for both outer discovery and inner meaning.
The process begins with our Rooted Alignment Call, a dedicated space to set expectations and smooth group or family travel dynamics. During this call, you’ll define the transformation you want for yourself, the destinations you’ll explore, and the communities you’ll connect with along the way.
On-trip: Curated Catharsis
These are the jaw-dropping moments that make your heartbeat louder than your camera shutter.
You might find it in a respectful wildlife encounter or a local guide’s laugh that makes you feel at home. The goal is simple: find awe without the crowd. Slow down, linger longer, and maybe catch a goosebump or two along the way.
Post-trip: The Rising Echo
We believe the result of life-changing travel isn’t a photo gallery—it’s a lasting shift in perspective. The Rising Echo is our signature follow-up for integrating the feeling of your reset.
Through curated resources and reflection prompts, you carry the inspiration from your journey back into your world, ensuring the change you felt becomes a change that lasts.
Find the style that matches your journey
You’re a busy professional who wants to go further, linger longer, and see deeper. Which travel style fits you best?
The Immersive Explorer
You crave space to disconnect from the noise and reconnect with what matters. Slow rituals alongside your closest circle are why you travel.
The Authentic Experiencer
You value meaning as much as luxury. It’s not about opulence but about craftsmanship and style, preferably with your loved one beside you.
The Conscientious Planner
You gather the family for meaningful adventures, knowing the real souvenirs are the stories your kids carry home.
Your questions, answered
Do you plan trips for groups or families with different interests and budgets?
Do you book international flights?
We guide you on international flights, but you handle the booking to and from your primary destination. From the moment you land, we take over: in-country flights, transfers, accommodations, and every other detail, so you can focus on being present.
I’m an experienced traveler who usually plans my own trips. Why should I work with you?
Do you only plan trips to remote, off-the-beaten-path locations?
Not at all. While we love uncovering unique, uncrowded places, what matters most is the depth of the experience. We design journeys that reveal a quieter, more meaningful side of each destination, whether that’s a remote wilderness or a hidden corner of a well-known city.
What is the Rooted Map, and how is it different from a regular itinerary?
Think of a regular itinerary as a schedule of activities. Our Rooted Map is your collaborative compass. Through the Rooted Alignment Call, we co-create a plan that goes beyond logistics, aligns your intentions, smooths group dynamics, and defines the transformation you seek. It’s the “why” behind the “what.”
What is The Rising Echo, and do I need to pay for this when my trip is over?
The Rising Echo is our follow-up to help the impact of your journey resonate long after you return. We send reflection prompts and a curated list of conservation or community initiatives from your experiences so you can integrate the reset into daily life. There’s no extra charge—just a chance to continue to support these projects as you see fit.