Eluxtravel

What Eluxtravel does

Eluxtravel is a privately held, full-service luxury travel agency founded in 2014 and headquartered in Versailles, France, with operating offices in three Paris arrondissements and a planned lounge in Lille. The company designs, prices, and books bespoke high-end itineraries for high-net-worth leisure travelers, couples, and families, served through dedicated Travel Designers who provide 24-hour concierge assistance, fast-track services, private chauffeurs, visa assistance, and other premium perks (Eluxtravel Perks). Its core differentiator is the registered Luxp\u00e9riences\u00ae concept (created 2018), a curated library of 371 experiential activities organized across six themes (Privilege, Culture, Nature, Sport, Sharing, Gastronomy), positioned as differentiated, immersive content versus conventional luxury tourism. The supporting catalogue includes 587 curated hotels and 172 tailor-made trip templates spanning Africa, the Americas, Asia, Europe (including the Caribbean and Indian Ocean), with pricing on disclosed packages ranging from roughly \u20ac1,700 to over \u20ac4,000 per person depending on destination and duration.

The business operates a hybrid distribution model: five physical travel lounges for in-person consultations in Paris (7th, 8th, and 16th arrondissements) and Versailles, with Lille opening soon; inside-sales via phone (+33 1 45 04 21 21); and direct quote requests through the eluxtravel.com website and email. Distribution is reinforced by a Tier-1 partnership with the Virtuoso luxury travel advisor network and a portfolio of destination-specific sub-brands: Eluxfrance, Eluxitaly (anchored by Eluxtravel Italy Srl, a wholly-owned Milan-registered subsidiary with SCIA dated 27 February 2025), Eluxspain, plus event (Eluxevent) and surprise-itinerary (Surpriize) concepts. Revenue mechanics combine package tour markups (subscription-style recurring client relationships), hotel booking commissions (transaction fees), and Luxp\u00e9riences\u00ae experiential add-ons (professional services), with all pricing quote-based and customized per traveler.

Eluxtravel has 11\u201350 employees, no disclosed institutional funding or M&A activity, and no proprietary technology platform, mobile app, or disclosed AI capabilities. Its competitive position rests on curated experiential content, supplier relationships across 19+ destinations, and high-touch human concierge delivery, combined with the brand and sub-brand portfolio. The principal observable near-term moves are the formal Italian subsidiary launch in early 2025 and the Lille retail expansion, alongside continued deepening of the Luxp\u00e9riences\u00ae library and destination sub-brand buildout.

Name

Eluxtravel

Legal name

Eluxtravel Italy Srl

Website

https://eluxtravel.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2018

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Eluxtravel is a private French luxury travel agency (founded 2014, Versailles HQ) that designs bespoke, experiential itineraries for high-net-worth individuals, couples, and families through dedicated Travel Designers, registered Luxp\u00e9riences\u00ae content, and five physical travel lounges.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Luxury Travel Services

NAICS

Travel Agencies (561510), Tour Operators (56152)

akta.pro primary industry

Luxury Travel Agencies (THAKAFAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Concierge & Luxury Personal Itinerary Design (THAKAOAB), Adventure & Expedition Travel Agencies (THAKAFAB), Group, Family & Multi-Generational Travel Planning (HSACAKAK)

Keywords

• Luxury travel services
• Bespoke travel planning
• Experiential journeys
• Luxury hotel bookings
• Travel concierge services

Headquarters

HQ city

Versailles

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices5 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Package Tours: Fully packaged luxury travel experiences including flights, accommodation, transfers, and curated activities. Pricing varies by destination and duration, with examples including 5-day Alentejo equestrian tours from €4,000 per person.
2. Luxury Hotel Bookings: Curated selection of exceptional hotels and lodges worldwide, with dedicated concierge services, upgrades, and exclusive perks.
3. Luxpériences® (Experiential Activities): Exclusive experiential activities and unique encounters offered as part of travel packages, including privileged access, private visits, and immersive cultural experiences.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Eluxtravel is a luxury travel agency that designs and books bespoke, experiential journeys for individual travelers through dedicated Travel Designers. Core offerings include tailor-made trip planning, luxury hotel bookings, and the proprietary Luxp\u00e9riences\u00ae experiential concept (371 curated activities across six themes). The company supplements these with concierge services, fast track, private transfers, and destination-specific sub-brands for France, Italy, Spain, and events.

Product overview

Eluxtravel is a full-service luxury travel agency offering bespoke and experiential travel experiences. The core offering centers on Luxpériences®, a proprietary experiential tour concept launched in 2018 that provides exclusive, immersive experiences across six themes (Privilege, Culture, Nature, Sport, Sharing, Gastronomy). The company operates destination-specific sub-brands including Eluxfrance, Eluxitaly, and Eluxspain, plus Eluxevent for event planning and Surpriize for surprise-based travel concepts. The portfolio also includes tailor-made trips designed by dedicated Travel Designers and premium perks (lounge access, fast track, concierge service, private transfers). Physical presence through Travel Lounges in Paris, Versailles, and Lille complements the online booking experience.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Luxpériences®: Proprietary trademarked experiential luxury travel experiences created by Eluxtravel, featuring themes including Privilege, Culture, Nature, Sport, Sharing, and Gastronomy.

Products and services

• Tailor-Made Trips Customized travel planning service where dedicated Travel Designers create personalized itineraries based on individual client preferences for global destinations.
• Luxp\u00e9riences\u00ae Proprietary experiential tour concept created in 2018, offering exclusive and immersive experiences that go beyond traditional travel, organized into six themed categories (Privilege, Culture, Nature, Sport, Sharing, Gastronomy) with 371+ curated experiences.
• Surpriize Innovative travel concept featuring surprise elements for travelers seeking unexpected and unique experiences.
• Eluxfrance Specialized luxury travel brand focused on France, part of the Eluxtravel portfolio of destination-specific sub-brands.
• Eluxitaly Specialized luxury travel brand focused on Italy, part of the Eluxtravel portfolio of destination-specific sub-brands, operated via wholly-owned subsidiary Eluxtravel Italy Srl.
• Eluxspain Specialized luxury travel brand focused on Spain, part of the Eluxtravel portfolio of destination-specific sub-brands.
• Eluxevent Event-focused luxury travel brand offering bespoke event planning and travel experiences.
• Travel Lounges Physical agency locations offering in-person consultation with Travel Designers, open 9am-7pm. Locations include Paris (7th, 8th, and 16th arrondissements), Versailles, and Lille (opening soon).

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature1 record

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• VirtuosocoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorVirtuoso is a prestigious global network of luxury travel advisors. Eluxtravel's partnership with Virtuoso enhances their credibility and distribution reach within the high-net-worth luxury travel segment.
• EluxfrancecoreOthersSpecialized brand focusing on luxury travel within France, operating as part of the Eluxtravel portfolio of travel brands.
• EluxitalycoreOthersSpecialized brand focusing on luxury travel to Italy, operating as part of the Eluxtravel portfolio.
• EluxspaincoreOthersSpecialized brand focusing on luxury travel to Spain, operating as part of the Eluxtravel portfolio.
• EluxeventminorOthersBrand dedicated to luxury events and event planning experiences.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Black Tomato: Black Tomato is a UK-based luxury travel agency specializing in bespoke experiential and adventure travel with dedicated travel designers. Directly comparable to Eluxtravel in business model, HNW clientele, and experiential travel focus, including similar 'surprise' travel concepts.
• Red Savannah: Red Savannah is a UK luxury travel agency offering tailor-made journeys with personal travel specialists. Comparable to Eluxtravel in bespoke luxury positioning, dedicated consultant model, and emphasis on exclusive access experiences.
• Audley Travel: Audley Travel is a UK-based bespoke travel company providing country specialists who create customized trips. Comparable in dedicated-travel-specialist model and luxury bespoke focus, though larger in scale and more country-specialized.
• Cazenove+Loyd: Cazenove+Loyd is a luxury travel company offering personalized itineraries and exclusive access experiences. Closely matches Eluxtravel's emphasis on privileged access, private visits, and tailor-made service for HNW clients.
• Mr & Mrs Smith: Mr & Mrs Smith is a curated luxury hotel and travel club with travel concierge services and a portfolio of boutique hotels. Comparable in curated luxury inventory and HNW customer targeting.
• Traveller Made: Traveller Made is a global network of luxury travel designers and DMCs. Similar in connecting HNW clients with luxury travel designers and experiential offerings, with a similar supplier-partnership structure to Virtuoso.

Broad incumbents

• Abercrombie & Kent: Abercrombie & Kent is a well-established luxury tour operator with luxury small-group journeys and tailor-made travel. Comparable in luxury and experiential positioning but operates at much larger scale and broader geographic footprint.
• TCS World Travel: TCS World Travel is a US-based luxury tour operator offering private jet expeditions and around-the-world trips. Overlaps in luxury experiential travel but operates at a higher price point and broader scale.
• Quintessentially Travel: Quintessentially is a global luxury lifestyle and concierge group including travel services. Overlaps in luxury concierge and travel planning for HNW individuals, though broader in scope covering lifestyle beyond travel.
• Butterfield & Robinson: Butterfield & Robinson is a luxury experiential travel company specializing in walking, biking, and family trips. Overlaps in luxury experiential travel but with a more active-travel focus and broader group-tour presence.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/eluxtravel
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/eluxtravel/posts/?feedView=all
• Instagraminstagram.com/eluxtravel_officiel
• Xx.com/Eluxtravel_

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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