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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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Langkawi and Penang
The west coast offers a perfect example of Malaysia’s multiculturalism including intriguing delights with the islands of Penang and Langkawi.
In the far north, just before reaching Thailand, lies Langkawi with its palm-fringed beaches and renowned accommodation, from the luxurious Datai to the more laid back Bon Ton – the perfect spot to relax. Alternatively, you could retreat to the privately owned island of Pangkor Laut and stay in a stilted, overwater villa amidst the islands 300 acres.
A little bit more about Langkawi and Penang
The beautiful island of Langkawi, located in the northern part of Peninsular Malaysia, is a lush green island fringed with white sand beaches and the diverse setting offers the perfect getaway for nature lovers, marine and sea sports enthusiasts, as well as those purely seeking splendid solitude. Penang, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a glistening amalgam of the old and the new with a bustling port, ancient streets, temples and wonderful cuisine offer an insight into Malay culture and history.
Experiences
Tell us what you love doing and we’ll curate a journey that’s perfect for you.
Malaysia
Cheong Fatt Tze – The Blue Mansion
Located in central George Town, this historical mansion was built by a wealthy merchant during the late 19th century; a charming building, it is as much a museum as a boutique hotel. The 18 rooms are…
Malaysia
The Datai
Nestled in ancient rainforest metres away from the tranquil shores of Datai Bay. The 121 rooms, villas and suites all make the most of the surrounding scenery, with some located literally in the tree tops, others…
Malaysia
The Andaman
The Andaman is located on the tranquil Datai Bay, backed by tropical rainforest with a sandy beach and the ocean just metres away. The bay, fringed by an 8,000-year-old coral reef is recognized as one of…
Malaysia
Four Seasons Resort Langkawi
The Four Seasons Resort occupies a wonderful location on a mile-long stretch of private beach, backed by lush rainforest and dramatic limestone peaks. Set in 48 acres of tropical gardens the resort is extensive and combines…
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.
Clare Higginson
It was my passion for languages that first encouraged me to leave the UK behind and grab my rucksack. Since then, it’s been a mixture of intriguing cultures, jaw-dropping landscapes and the wonder of seeing animals in their natural habitat that sees me continuously extending my travel wish list.
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Explore other regions
East Coast
The main draw for travellers to the east coast are the glorious beaches and sun-drenched coastline.
Kuala Lumpur and Cameron Highlands
A rich heritage full of colour and character which co-exists alongside all the trimmings one would expect from a modern metropolis.
Borneo
A holiday to Malaysian Borneo can include beach time, wildlife, rivers, mountains and culture.
Why Choose Steppes?
Our knowledge and expertise set us apart. So too our curiosity. It is this that drives us to create a journey that is really bespoke to you, all the while ensuring we travel and operate sustainably.
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