"The folks we meet in life form part of our living — and every journey is a chance to meet someone who changes yours forever."

Who We Are

The Trip Folks is a rich experience led travel company born from a simple yet powerful belief: that the people we encounter on our journeys become the most treasured chapters of our lives. We are not just a travel company — we are architects of lifetime connections, curating experiences that bring together like-minded souls across India and the world.

Our Mission

At The Trip Folks, our mission is to create transformative travel experiences that go beyond sightseeing — we exist to forge meaningful human connections. Every trip we design is a curated opportunity for people to discover not just new places, but new friendships, new perspectives, and new parts of themselves. Because the folks you meet on your journey often become the folks you carry through life.

Our Vision

We envision a world where travel is a bridge between people — where borders dissolve, stories intertwine, and strangers become lifelong friends. The Trip Folks aspires to be the most trusted travel brand in India, known for building bonds as lasting as the memories we create. In every destination we curate, in every itinerary we craft, we see not just a route on a map — we see a thread in the fabric of someone's life story.

Our Core Values

• Connection First: Every decision we make prioritises the human bond — between travellers, with local communities, and with the destinations we visit.
• Transparency & Trust: Backed by an IATA-accredited organisation, we operate with full openness — no hidden costs, no third-party surprises.
• Inclusive Adventure: Travel is for everyone. We design experiences that are accessible, affordable, and welcoming to all.
• Responsible Travel: We deeply respect the cultures, ecosystems, and communities that host us, and encourage our travellers to do the same.
• Excellence in Experience: From the first enquiry to the last goodbye, we obsess over every detail so our travellers feel cared for at every step.

Key Statistics

Our Journey — Year by Year

From a single passionate travel enthusiast to a community of over 50,000 explorers — here is how The Trip Folks grew, one trip at a time:

• 2017: Founded by Varun Mehta under the umbrella of VM Travels Private Limited. Launched with a focus on curated group trips in the Indian Himalayas. First group: 14 travellers on a Spiti Valley expedition.
• 2018: Added Leh Ladakh and Rajasthan to our portfolio. Crossed 500 happy travellers. Formalised our co-traveller filtering model to ensure chemistry-first group formation.
• 2019: Expanded into Northeast India. Launched Kashmir and Andaman packages. First international foray with Bhutan and Nepal trips. Crossed 2,000 travellers milestone.
• 2020: Navigated the COVID-19 pandemic with resilience. Launched virtual travel experiences and a dedicated blog platform. Invested in safety infrastructure.
• 2021: Relaunched with India's most stringent travel safety protocols post-COVID. Welcomed back our traveller community — 3,500+ trips completed by year-end.
• 2022: International travel reopened — expanded aggressively into Southeast Asia. Crossed the 10,000 happy travellers milestone. Launched our Honeymoon segment.
• 2023: Added premium long-haul destinations (Europe, Japan, Kenya, Egypt, etc.). Launched Corporate Tours. Crossed 25,000 happy travellers.
• 2024: Moved into our permanent office at Oxford Square, Noida. Launched community trip membership programme. Crossed 40,000 travellers.
• 2025: Reached 50,000+ happy travellers across 100+ destinations worldwide. Crossed 3,500 completed group trips. Launched the Trip Folks Community App (Beta).
• 2026: Entering our ninth year — stronger, more connected, and more passionate than ever. Our focus: deepening community bonds and expanding luxury experiences.

About Our Founder

Varun Mehta | Founder & CEO

Varun Mehta is not just a travel entrepreneur — he is a storyteller, a connector, and a lifelong explorer. With 16 years of hands-on experience in the travel industry, Varun has an unparalleled understanding of what makes a journey truly transformative.

His philosophy is rooted in a conviction that has guided The Trip Folks from day one: that the most valuable souvenir from any trip is not a photograph or a trinket — it is the person you sat beside at a campfire, the stranger who became your travel partner, the connection you never expected to make.

Under his leadership, VM Travels Private Limited — the IATA-accredited parent organisation — has grown into a trusted name in the Indian travel ecosystem. With The Trip Folks, Varun took that institutional expertise and wrapped it in warmth, community, and the spirit of shared adventure.

Meet the Team

• Varun Mehta | Founder & CEO: 16 years of travel industry expertise. Visionary behind The Trip Folks community.
• Abhinav Prakash | Head of Operations: Ensures every trip runs with clockwork precision — from logistics to last-mile experience.
• Ayushi Mehta | Lead Trip Designer: Crafts immersive, thoughtful itineraries that balance adventure, culture, and connection.

Company Details

• Legal Entity: VM Travels Private Limited
• Brand: The Trip Folks
• IATA Accreditation: Active Member — VM Travels Private Limited
• Years in Business: 8+ Years (Est. 2017)
• Phone & WhatsApp: +91 9971338558
• Email: info@thetripfolks.com
• Office Address: Third Floor, Tower B, Oxford Square, Supertech, Noida Sec 121, UP – 201305