ROUND-THE-WORLD EXPEDITION

starts on May 11th 2025 at Adventure Van Expo, Ventura, CA

Adventure awaits

We’re Denis, Sofia, and our daughter Amelia — the family behind Tiny Planet, a company born from our passion for exploration, van life, and ultimate freedom. After years of traveling the world, living on the road, and crafting luxury off-grid vans for fellow adventurers, we’re setting off on our biggest journey yet: a round-the-world expedition in one of our most advanced camper van builds.
From the deserts of the American West to the remote steppes of Mongolia, our family van life adventure is all about redefining freedom, embracing overland travel, and reconnecting with nature. Through Tiny Planet, we turn dreams of off-grid living and epic van life journeys into reality — and now, we’re living ours.

About us

The mission of the Tiny Planet Round-the-World Expedition is to explore and showcase a new way of life—one that is free from urban infrastructure, fully autonomous, and seamlessly connected with nature.

We are not just travelers; we are explorers of the future of housing. From high-tech van life in the U.S. to the ancient nomadic traditions of Mongolia, we are studying how people live across the world to develop new standards of freedom,” says Sofia, co-founder of Tiny Planet. “Along the way, we will meet like-minded individuals who have chosen alternative lifestyles—those living in tiny houses, huts, yurts, and RVs. People who have dared to break free from conventional living, embracing independence and self-sufficiency. Their stories will inspire a global audience to rethink what’s possible and explore new ways of living beyond traditional boundaries.”

Round-the-World Expedition Mission

We will set off from Los Angeles, weaving through Utah’s fiery red rock canyons and Colorado’s towering peaks before racing toward the East Coast. From there, their van will cross the Atlantic, launching them into the heart of Europe, where they’ll immerse themselves in the vibrant cultures of Spain, France, Switzerland, Italy, Austria, the Czech Republic, and Poland. But the real test begins beyond the well-trodden paths:

• The Russian Taiga, where relentless isolation will push both their van—and their resilience—to the edge.
• The Mongolian Steppe, where they’ll ride alongside nomadic herders beneath endless skies.
• The Old Silk Road, China, where ancient trade routes, rugged trails, and unpredictable border crossings will turn the journey into a true expedition.

Our round-the-world journey wouldn’t be possible without our custom-built expedition van — a fully off-grid, luxury home on wheels, crafted by our expert team at Tiny Planet.

Designed for true freedom and comfort in the most remote places on Earth, it’s a showcase of innovation, design, and craftsmanship — built to redefine freedom, comfort, and adventure on the road.

Expedition Van

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Tiny Planet Journal

Follow Our Journey

We’re excited to collaborate with brands that share our passion for adventure, innovation, and sustainable travel. As we embark on our round-the-world expedition, we’re open to partnerships that can grow alongside this incredible journey. If you’re interested in working together, please reach out to us at marketing@tinyplanet.group

Partnership

We’re happy to share our story with journalists, editors, and creators who are passionate about travel, innovation, and van life. We are available for exclusive interviews and can provide access to a rich library of photos, videos, and behind-the-scenes content from our round-the-world expedition.

Download our press releases here — and feel free to reach out if you'd like to collaborate!

Media

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