How It All Began
Luxuor Groups: A Legacy of Peaks and Passion
Our Story: A Mother, A Son, and a Mountain
It all began in 2016 on the winding trails of the Himalayas. Luxuor Groups wasn’t born in a corporate boardroom; it was born out of a shared trek between a mother and her son. Together, they experienced the raw, unfiltered beauty of Nepal and Bhutan—the kind of beauty that stays in your soul long after you’ve returned home.
During that journey, they realized a fundamental truth: the world’s most breathtaking experiences shouldn't only be for the elite. They saw a gap for an agency that combined "White-Glove" knowledge with a "Low-Budget" reality. They returned from that trek with a single mission: to show the world that with the right guidance, the Himalayas are accessible, affordable, and profoundly transformative.
Truly Dedicated to Nepal & Bhutan
At Luxuor Groups, we don't try to cover the whole map. We focus on what we love and what we know better than anyone else. We are a specialized boutique agency dedicated exclusively to Nepal and Bhutan.
The Best Experiences, Not the Biggest Prices: Because we are a family-run operation with deep roots in Kathmandu and India, we cut out the middlemen. We pass those savings directly to you, ensuring you get "luxury-level" expertise on a "backpacker-friendly" budget.
The Mother-Son Promise: Every itinerary we sell is one we have personally vetted. We wouldn’t send you anywhere we wouldn’t go ourselves. This family foundation means we treat every traveler like a guest in our own home, not just a booking number.
What Defines the Luxuor Experience?
The "Insider" Edge: From the best hidden teahouses in the Khumbu to the most serene monasteries in Paro, our local connections ensure you see the "Real" Nepal and Bhutan.
Budget-Friendly Adventures: We specialize in high-value logistics. Whether it’s a group fixed departure to Everest Base Camp or a budget-conscious cultural tour of Thimphu, we prove that "low cost" doesn't mean "low quality."
Safety & Logistics: We handle the complex permits, flights to Lukla, and mountain transport with the precision of a large firm but the care of a family business.
Our Vision
"In 2016, we realized that the mountains don't care about the size of your wallet—they only care about the size of your spirit. We started Luxuor Groups to ensure that every dreamer has a chance to stand among the giants. We provide the expertise; you provide the adventure."
The People in Charge
Arnold Martyris
Co-founder
The man on a mission to take you places and bring people together in a manner never done before. Arnold is passionate traveller and also an avid birder. His repertoire of information on the tours he meticulously plans is par excellence. He is also well known for his effort in promoting eco-tourism and his contribution to the Birding International Magazine.
Mrs Mathilda
Founder
Her zeal for travel and infectious enthusiasm led her to discover tours that give an insight not only to places but also to the people and the culture present there. Barbara has been a mentor for ‘360 degrees’, the celebrated documentary on Alaskan culture and traditions. Her days are now spent researching the lesser known places with people who she works with closely.
Our Backbone
Sarita Basnet
Shanta Giri
Subhash Dahal
Shristi Rai
Anjali henry
Awards, Affiliations & Press Coverage
