Special Offers

South Georgia & Falklands
Antarctic, Falklands and South Georgia last minute special

For those who can afford the time, this 20 day cruise combining The Falklands, South Georgia and Antarctica is the ultimate trip in terms of sheer variety and 'wow' factor, and without fail annually attracts glowing reports from all past travellers.

The Falkland Islands are home to an astonishing and very tame diversity of wildlife, with a strong historical element and are a great 'starter'. South Georgia on the other hand is altogether different and harsher, with 7000ft towering mountains, glaciers and beaches.

2nd - 21st November 2008 Travelling aboard the Ocean Nova

Twin cabin - £7,950.00 per person
Single cabin - £10,950.00 per person

Represents a saving in the region of £1,250.00 per person

For more details on this trip please Click here



India
Monsoon Specials - Immerse your senses in a North Indian summer

Bliss out in the spas, enjoy early morning sightseeing without the masses, soak up the personal attentive service at your hotel and lounge by the poolside for quiet afternoons.

In Northern India, during August and September is the ideal season to slow down all aspects of your travel, particularly the miles you cover. Let the focus shift towards nurturing your spiritual growth and feel yourself rejuvenating.

Many of the palace hotels are able to offer complimentary benefits exclusive to Steppes Travel clients for travel until the end of September.

Journey ideas to include the Exotic palatial Oberoi Hotels ranging from the deserts of Rajasthan to the foothills of Himalchal Pradesh.

For further inspiration for your late summer travel plans, please contact our dedicated Indian travel experts, Clare and Charlotte on 01285 651010. Please give yourself time to acquire an Indian Visa before travel.



Oman
Six Senses lands at Zighy Bay

In a dramatic setting with mountains on one side and beaches on the other,Oman's latest treasure awaits. The Evason Hideaway & Spa at Zighy Bay is everything that one would expect from the Six Senses collection of gems. Their primary focus is attention to detail whilst maintaining a commitment to the environment and at Zighy Bay they have created an uncompromising standard of luxury incorporating an innovative style with a sensitivity to the world around them. It's amazing; you can even arrive as a companion passenger with the hideaway's professional paraglider!

Special Offer
Stay 14 nights pay 10 Save £625 per person
From £1,955 pp based on 2 people sharing inc. economy flights, transfers and accommodation.

Valid from 1st June - 31 August 2008

For further information please contact Sally on 01285 651010



Indonesia
Stay 7 nights and pay for 5 at The Oberoi Lombok & The Oberoi Bali

The Oberoi Lombok is a 10 minute speed boat ride from the Gili Isles. There is a private beach and it is possible to take a Sunset Cruise around the Gili Isles and the coast of Lombok.The resort features a health club including tennis courts, a gym, and an excellent spa.

The Oberoi, Bali is situated at the northern end of Legian Beach, facing westward over the Bali Strait. There are 60 Lanai Cottages and 15 Villas set in fifteen acres of well tended, exotic gardens. Each cottage is surrounded by coral walls with a thatched roof.

Special Offer
Stay 7 nights and only pay for 5

Offer available at both The Oberoi Lombok and The Oberoi Bali (bonus nights can be taken at either resort)

Valid 1st October - 19th December 2008

For further information please contact Sally on 01285 651010



Egypt
Stay 5 nights at Oberoi Sahl Hasheesh & get 2 additional nights free

Egypt is a great mid haul destination where you can stay on the Red Sea coast in a secluded haven, with white sand beaches, aquarmarine waters and vibrantly-hued marine life.
Oberoi Sahl Hasheesh is an exclusive luxury resort on the Red Sea Coast & is situated on 48 acres with a private beach. The architecture of the resort reflects the style of the region, resplendent with domes, arches and columns. Peace and privacy pervade this all-suite resort, with private courtyards complemented by soothing interiors and luxurious bathrooms.

Special Offer
Stay 7 nights and only pay for 5
from £475.00 per person (based on two people sharing)
Including: airport transfers and accommodation in a deluxe suite on a bed and breakfast basis
Excluding: Any flights

Valid for bookings between 01 May to 30 September 2008

For further information please contact KateB on 01285 651010



Tuscany Villas - Summer 2008

Castellare di Ugnana
A magnificent and magical retreat in the Chianti hills. The Chianti wine region at the heart of Tuscany is reputedly one of the most beautiful landscapes in Europe. Not only is the hilly scenery a spectacular sight, but its history is equally rich. The Castellare di Ugnana, perched high on the side of a hill with open views of the valley below, was once an outpost on the road connecting the Etruscan towns of Volterra and Fiesole. It was later transformed into a medieval castle and has now been restored and expanded, whilst making a name for itself in the sphere of olive oil production, for which the region is renowned worldwide.

Special Offer
Save 30% from the standard weekly rental rate, reduced from £10,000 to £7,000 for a limited offer exclusive to Steppes Travel.

Valid from 1st September - 30 November 2008.

Castello di Cabbiavoli
Situated prominently on a Tuscan hilltop amidst the rolling, vine and olive tree strewn hills around the town of Castelfiorentino lies the astonishingly beautiful Cabbiavoli Castle. The castle is the heart of the world famous Chianti Valley, just 30 minutes drive from Florence.

This typically grand, Florentine-style residential complex comprises of a main building with a Baroque-façade where the living quarters are located, flanked by a tall medieval brick tower on one side and a little chapel dating to the 13th century on the other.

Special Offer
Save 30% from the standard weekly rental rate, reduced from £11,000 to £7,450 for a limited offer exclusive to Steppes Travel.

Valid for all bookings made for late availability in July August and September.

For further information please contact Clare on 01285 651010



Sri Lanka
Save 50% on your stay at Aman Resorts in Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka is the perfect place for dividing your time between relaxing at the beach and visiting its historical monuments many of which are designated UNESCO World Heritage sites.

New small boutique hotels have been opening up all over the island providing excellent service and attention to detail, non more so that the spectacular Aman hotels of Amangalla and Amanwella.

Amangalla provides the perfect base for exploring the fort and the historic town of Galle and has recently launched their Ayurvedic programme with a three day taster, seven day relax and a fourteen day detox.

Amanwella derives its name by combining the words, aman, or "peace" in Sanskrit, and wella, the Sinhalese name for beach. All 30 suites of this beachfront resort feature their own private swimming pool and terrace.

Special Offer
10 day itinerary
from £2,035 per person (based on two people sharing)
including economy flights, transfers and accommodation.

Valid until October 2008

For further information please contact Sally on 01285 651010

Russia
Winter Special Offer at the Astoria hotel in St Petersburg

Some of the main reasons for going to St. Petersburg is to see its wonderful architecture, visit its magnificent museums and uncover its turbulent past. St Petersburg is a thriving city all year round but as each season falls, a different experience unfolds.

The canals during the winter months are frozen and the normal hustle of the summer tourist is replaced by less queues and time to enjoy the sights unhurried. As snow falls, the city transforms into a magical winter scene, almost picture postcard with its broad boulevards, graceful bridges, glittering palaces and beautiful, snow-blanketed parks illuminated throughout the long, dark nights.

Special Offer
Stay at the historic 5* Astoria 4 nights and only pay for 3

Day 1 Fly from London Heathrow to St Petersburg with British Airways
Day 2 Morning sightseeing in St Petersburg to include Saint Isaac's cathedral
Day 3 Full day at leisure
Day 4 Morning at leisure. Afternoon sightseeing to the Hermitage with your guide
Day 5 Morning at leisure. Fly London Heathrow with British Airways

Price for this itinerary is from £1145 per person based on two sharing and must include a Saturday night stay.

Offer valid from 1 November 2008 until 31 March 2009
(Please note, there is a supplement for a stay during 29 December 2008 - 2 January 2009).

For further information and full itinerary description, please contact Sally on 01285 651010 or email sally@steppestravel.co.uk



Africa & Mozambique
A perfect couple

This has to be one of the best trips to do this winter; spend three or four nights at Jembisa, a stunning and exclusive home set within a private Waterburg game reserve in South Africa. Enjoy a leisurely game drive to see a whole host of animals including rhino and occasionally leopard before sitting down under the shade of a tree by the river to enjoy a bucks fizz brunch. After a few days head to Azura on Benguerra Island, Mozambique, an eco-boutique retreat on the Indian Ocean; a perfect winter escape.

Special Offer
12 day itinerary from £3,900 pp inc. economy flights, transfers, full board accommodation and activities.

For further information please contact Illona on 01285

Londo Lodge, one of the most beautiful and luxurious resorts in Northern Mozambique


Londo Lodge is set in its own bay where guests enjoy the highest standards of luxury, privacy and hospitality amidst the stunning views of the Indian Ocean, its turquoise seas and pristine beaches.

Londo Lodge overlooks the beautiful Pemba Bay, the third largest natural bay in the world. The resort has six luxury lodges, with an ocean view

designed to guarantee each guest full privacy. The resort facilities include an eclectic restaurant, idyllic sunset beach bar, and breathtakingly beautiful swimming pool and spa facilities. Each lodge features a king-size bed, a luxurious bathroom with an outdoor shower and a romantic private terrace that promises stunning sunsets.

Londo Lodge offers a wide variety of activities such as snorkeling off the beach, diving, game fishing, safari walks, mangrove riverboat trips,

dolphin and whale watching in season, water skiing and sunset dhow cruises to name just a few.

Special Offer
12 day itinerary from £2,995.00 per person based on 2 people sharing including economy flights, transfers and full board accommodation.

For further information please contact Albee on 01285 650011



Thailand
Evason Hideaway & Spa Yao Noi

With magnificent views of the bay and surrounding forest and the warmth and welcome of a home on a plantation estate, the Evason Hideaway & Spa at Yao Noi sets an even higher benchmark for excellence in Asia. Yao Noi has been elegantly designed mixing the themes of modern architecture and innovative style whilst using natural, environmentally controlled materials. The result is a heavenly concoction of villas each with an infinity pool creating an illusion of harmony between pool and bay whilst reinforcing the feeling of privacy and seclusion.

Special Offer
Save £675 Stay 8 nights, pay for 4.
From £2,045 pp based on 2 people sharing, inc. economy flights, transfers and b&b accommodation in a pool villa.

Valid from 16th April - 31st October 2008.

For further information please contact Sally on 01285 651010