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Every captivating tailor-made itinerary needs a perfect base. Our team has handpicked this collection of properties to give you luxury options in styles to suit any adventure.
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Our Team
Steppes Travel is made by the people who work here. Incredible holidays are made possible because of their vast travel experience and the great enthusiasm they bring to their work.
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Our Tour Experts
We carefully select our experts based on their knowledge, companionship and influence, ensuring that you can travel with the most knowledgeable leaders in the field.
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Heroes and Heroines
The people who lead the way when it comes to those things which matter to us: exploration, the environment, women’s empowerment and education.
The Haciendas
The most authentic way to appreciate Yucatan’s rich history is to stay in one of the unique hacienda’s. Built upon the vast profits amassed from the production of sisal, a fibre that became known as “green gold”, the haciendas hark back to an opulent and privileged past.
The invention of synthetic fibres and post-revolution land re-distribution left many haciendas to crumble into ruin, but a number have recently been restored and converted into stunning luxury hotels.
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Highlights of the Yucatan Peninsula
An exploration of Mexico’s idyllic Yucatan Peninsula, from its Mayan ruins and turquoise ocean to its wildlife reserves and colonial cities, this journey strikes the perfect balance between ocean-side relaxation and archaeological discoveries.
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Mexico’s Silver Cities & the Pacific Coast
Unveiling the enchanting Silver Cities of Mexico, this route journeys from bustling Mexico City to coastal Punta Mita. Encompassing coffee stops in sunny plazas, expertly guided tours of Teotihuacan and even private visits to artists’ homes, this customisable itinerary is designed to…
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Mexico
Mexico’s Southern Route
Uncover the secrets of southern Mexico while travelling between ancient Zapotec capitals and fertile valleys, taking a boat journey through a 1,000-metre-deep caiman-filled canyon, interacting with friendly market-sellers and touring one of the most important Mesoamerican sites in the Americas.
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Mexico
Epic Maya Journey: Mexico, Guatemala & Honduras
An exploration of the ancient Maya sites of Mexico, Guatemala and Honduras, this route strikes the perfect balance between ancient temples, dense jungles and dazzling lakes. Unveil some of the most visually stunning landscapes in the Americas and a series of world-renowned…
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Mexico
Copper Canyon & Baja California
Travel to Mexico’s little-visited Copper Canyon, exploring its extraordinary network of passageways on foot and horseback, before moving on to the place that explorer Jacques Cousteau called “the world’s aquarium”. This is the archetypal adventure for whale-loving wayfarers and those seeking to…
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Mexico
Highlights of the Yucatan Peninsula
An exploration of Mexico’s idyllic Yucatan Peninsula, from its Mayan ruins and turquoise ocean to its wildlife reserves and colonial cities, this journey strikes the perfect balance between ocean-side relaxation and archaeological discoveries.
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Mexico
Mexico’s Silver Cities & the Pacific Coast
Unveiling the enchanting Silver Cities of Mexico, this route journeys from bustling Mexico City to coastal Punta Mita. Encompassing coffee stops in sunny plazas, expertly guided tours of Teotihuacan and even private visits to artists’ homes, this customisable itinerary is…
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Mexico
Mexico’s Southern Route
Uncover the secrets of southern Mexico while travelling between ancient Zapotec capitals and fertile valleys, taking a boat journey through a 1,000-metre-deep caiman-filled canyon, interacting with friendly market-sellers and touring one of the most important Mesoamerican sites in the Americas.
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Mexico
Epic Maya Journey: Mexico, Guatemala & Honduras
An exploration of the ancient Maya sites of Mexico, Guatemala and Honduras, this route strikes the perfect balance between ancient temples, dense jungles and dazzling lakes. Unveil some of the most visually stunning landscapes in the Americas and a series…
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Mexico
Copper Canyon & Baja California
Travel to Mexico’s little-visited Copper Canyon, exploring its extraordinary network of passageways on foot and horseback, before moving on to the place that explorer Jacques Cousteau called “the world’s aquarium”. This is the archetypal adventure for whale-loving wayfarers and those…
Mexico
San Jose Cholul Hacienda
Hacienda San José built in 1888 by Francisco Mejia Jaramillo, great grandfather of the current owners is one of the most ancient and better-preserved houses in the Yucatan Peninsular. The hacienda is a traditional house of…
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Hacienda Xcanatun
Hacienda Xcanatun is a small luxury hotel located just north of the town of Merida, in the heart of the Maya world. 18 suites are surrounded by three acres of tropical gardens, ponds and fountains. The…
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Hacienda Uayamon
Hacienda Uayamon is an old 18th Century ranch and henequen plantation characterised by its imposing stone archways and towering columns. Situated within easy reach of the Maya ruins of Edzna and the walled town of Campeche,…
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Hacienda de San Antonio
San Antonio ranks as one of Mexico’s finest haciendas and prides itself on offering a highly personalised service. This historic 1890 hacienda is located at the base of a volcano in the picturesque Mexican highlands, ideal…
Meet our experts
A passion for travel runs right through every one of our experts - meaning they're always ready with first-hand insight about their specialist countries.
Sue Grimwood
I was inspired to travel south from an early age. My form teacher when I was nine made us listen to tapes from Shackleton’s expeditions, I didn’t know it at the time, but it obviously left a deep impression on my psyche.
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John Faithfull
Over multiple trips, John has immersed himself in the natural and cultural highlights of this huge country. He has had close encounters with grey whales off Baja’s Pacific coast, swam with whale sharks in the Caribbean, attended shaman rituals in Chiapas and sought out some of Mexico City’s finest Mezcalerias.
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