Explore the globe with 195 people who call it home
Every country has someone who knows it best, and we have found them all. Tell us where you are
going, and they will design your trip from scratch.
Who we are
Built by two brothers who have actually been there
Pascal and Frédéric Gerken forged their careers across various industries, including hospitality, and led high-end business organisations. They visited hundreds of countries before founding 195.earth. Between them, they have travelled almost everywhere, forming lifelong relationships and meticulously documenting every journey.
Pascal & Frédéric Gerken
Co-founders
Countries visited
175 & 100
Years in travel
70+ years
Industry
Luxury travel
Why go direct, not agents
Going global is easier than ever, as long as you trust who's on the other side. We personally know every partner in our network.
Where to next?
Somewhere new
with every tap
Why a local agency
Skip the middleman.
Meet the expert
Frist-hand local itineraies
Nothing prebuilt. Every route is crafted by someone who lives there, and we watch it unfold for you.
Vetted, not just listed
Every agency is vetted for licensing, reviews and track record. Family businesses come first.
On the ground, not online
Your itinerary comes from someone who has walked it.
No one in between
Direct access to the local team organizing your journey.
Transparent and fair pricing
Get the genuine local price every time. No more heavy adds on for the sake of connecting you to the locals.
Time zone support
Your team is in that destination, available when you need them, not a remote call centre.
The world,
one country at a time
195 destinations. Explored by us, trusted by you.
How it works
From here to there,
in 3 steps
Step 01
Pick where you are going. Win time and go straight to the local agency who specialise in exactly that country.
Select
your country
Step 02
Our local partner will need to get to know you beyond the destination, as everything is tailor made.
Share
your passions
Step 03
One person plans, prices and supports your trip from start to finish. With our membership, you also get our own expertise and support on top.
Travel with
confidence
A few places to start
Where travelers are
going right now
GTM
Guatemala
7 trusted agencies, from Antigua volcano hikes to exploring the ancient runis of Tikal.
DZA
Algeria
5 trusted agencies specializing in Sahara desert camps and Roman heritage tours.
UGA
Uganda
6 trusted agencies for mountain gorilla trekking and wild savanna safaris.
VNM
Vietnam
12 trusted agencies, from Hanoi street food tours to Ha Long Bay sailing.
ZAF
South Africa
14 trusted agencies, from Cape Town wine tour to Kruger National Park safaris.
COL
Colombia
9 trusted agencies, from varient Cartagena streets to lush coffee region hikes.
BTN
Bhutan
4 trusted agencies for exclusive Himalayan treks and Tiger's Nest monastery visits.
NPL
Nepal
11 trusted agencies, from Everest Base Camp treks to Kathmandu cultural tours.
Traveler stories
Real trips, told by
the people who took them
Firsthand accounts from travelers who connected with a local expert
through 195.earth, and the founders who trust every one.
195 countries are waiting
find yours
Explore our interactive world map and connect with a trusted
local expert anywhere.
