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Jordan
Take the slow road - known as the King's Highway - and you'll have plenty of time to explore Petra, prehistoric villages…
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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.
Middle East
The Middle East is perhaps one of the most contrasting regions from modern, fast-developing cities to ancient world temples and varied landscapes.
Dubai is commonly known as a rapidly developed city of superlatives, having the fastest, the biggest, the tallest, the largest or the highest. Other, less developed, countries in the Middle East include Lebanon, an ancient country with an abundance of castles, temples and mosques and Oman, whose cities exude a sense of timelessness.
The landscapes of the Middle East are also varied. While eastern Iran is dominated by large salt flats and vast sand deserts, Yemen’s desert of the Empty Quarter is still only inhabited by nomads. As your itinerary is completely tailor-made, the journey ideas given for each destination in the Middle East are just suggestions to give you some idea of the possibilities on offer. Please call one of our team to discuss your travel ideas and to create a journey individual to you.
Lebanon
Sophisticated and cosmopolitan, this magnificent country enjoys beaches and ski resorts less than an hour apart.
Saudi Arabia
Treasures await and beyond the sights, there is the cultural divide itself.
United Arab Emirates
A quick getaway for those looking for winter sun.
Iran
The country and its people are both rich with equal measures of beauty, charm and warmth.
Oman
Oman is an intriguing mix of rich history and diverse landscapes; from Arabian palaces and historic forts to towering sand dunes and…
Israel and Palestine
Regarded as the biblical Holy Land. The country is filled with some of the world's most sacred sites.
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Africa
Historical Israel and Palestine
Combine the highlights of Israel & Palestine. Experience the cosmopolitan city of Tel Aviv, before exploring the contrast of Jerusalem and the revered town of Bethlehem. This eight-day holiday provides an in-depth introduction to what is the cradle of civilisation and will…
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Israel
A Long Weekend in Tel Aviv and Jerusalem
This four-day holiday provides inspiration for a perfect short break. Suitable for anybody that enjoys a complete change of culture in under five hours flying time from London. Experience the cosmopolitan and dynamic young city of Tel Aviv and the contrasting spirituality…
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Oman
Family Holiday to Oman
A week-long family holiday to Oman based in beautiful hotels and within easy reach of camel riding, wild swimming, cliff jumping, sailing, dolphins, turtles and a whole range of other fantastic activities for you and your children to enjoy. Combine coast, mountains…
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Jordan
Jordan on Foot – Petra to Dana Valley
This holiday to Jordan does not miss the highlights but includes them, where possible, on foot. Head off the tourist trail and trek into Petra from lesser-known Little Petra. Spend a few days hiking and exploring the beautiful Dana Valley with birdlife,…
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Jordan
Jordan with Jerusalem
Combine the wild scenery, fascinating historical sites and Bedouin culture of Jordan with the ancient biblical hub of Jerusalem, a remarkable city home to incredible religious sites sacred to Judaism, Christianity and Islam. This ten-day holiday best suits travellers with an interest…
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Africa
Historical Israel and Palestine
Combine the highlights of Israel & Palestine. Experience the cosmopolitan city of Tel Aviv, before exploring the contrast of Jerusalem and the revered town of Bethlehem. This eight-day holiday provides an in-depth introduction to what is the cradle of civilisation…
Idea
Israel
A Long Weekend in Tel Aviv and Jerusalem
This four-day holiday provides inspiration for a perfect short break. Suitable for anybody that enjoys a complete change of culture in under five hours flying time from London. Experience the cosmopolitan and dynamic young city of Tel Aviv and the…
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Oman
Family Holiday to Oman
A week-long family holiday to Oman based in beautiful hotels and within easy reach of camel riding, wild swimming, cliff jumping, sailing, dolphins, turtles and a whole range of other fantastic activities for you and your children to enjoy. Combine…
Idea
Jordan
Jordan on Foot – Petra to Dana Valley
This holiday to Jordan does not miss the highlights but includes them, where possible, on foot. Head off the tourist trail and trek into Petra from lesser-known Little Petra. Spend a few days hiking and exploring the beautiful Dana Valley…
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Jordan
Jordan with Jerusalem
Combine the wild scenery, fascinating historical sites and Bedouin culture of Jordan with the ancient biblical hub of Jerusalem, a remarkable city home to incredible religious sites sacred to Judaism, Christianity and Islam. This ten-day holiday best suits travellers with…
Where to Stay
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.
Oman
Hud Hud Wahiba
In the Wahiba Sands, Hud Hud camp is set up on a tailor-made basis, using authentic handmade Bedouin tents, carefully selected for the environment and sited to ensure privacy and fantastic views. Hud Hud exclusive camps…
United Arab Emirates
The Oberoi, Al Zorah
For those travelling to the UAE looking for a more natural experience, visit Ajman, surrounded by a 247-acre protected forest, but just under half an hour drive from Dubai. The hotel is reached by private roads…
United Arab Emirates
Banyan Tree Al Wadi
Banyan Tree Al Wadi has been designed as a modern and luxurious take on traditional Arabic architecture. It combines tented designs that reflect the local nomadic lifestyle, traditional mud-brick buildings and elaborate Arabic lattice woodwork. The…
Jordan
Intercontinental Amman
Situated at the top of one of Amman’s seven hills, the Intercontinental is in the heart of the business district, within walking distance of the city centre and a short taxi ride from popular sites such…
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.
Katie Benden
The excitement of travelling the world has always hugely appealed. Largely cemented from my first solo trip to Egypt and the Middle East. The crazy hustle and bustle of Cairo was a huge assault on the senses, scrambling through the claustrophobic tunnels of the Great pyramid took me out of my comfort zone and I was left humbled by the warm hospitality of the Nubian people in Aswan as we shared dinner together.
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Paul Craven
Paul is the Conde Nast Traveler chosen Specialist for Central Asia and the Silk Route.
Being from a family with Army connections I can from an early age remember travelling. From camping in Europe and then later being sent to boarding school when we lived in Germany at the age of eight, complete with shorts, long socks, a cap and my suitcase. In appearance not too dissimilar to the children evacuated to the countryside during the blitz.
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