Discovering Jordan 7 nights 5 star B&B from £1399 per person

Private Escorted Tour

Explore a land of breath-taking beauty and cultural contrasts, offering hospitality as warm as the year round sunshine and rediscover Petra in the year it celebrates its 200th anniversary.

• Return flights from London Heathrow, taxes and transfers, chauffeur driven private car
• Seven nights bed and breakfast accommodation in five-star hotels
• City tour of Jerash, visiting the Citadel, a traditional souk and some of the best examples of Roman architecture outside of Italy
• Visit to Madaba, home to one of the oldest mosaic maps of the Holy Land in the world and see Mt. Nebo
• Tour of Petra, one of the New 7 Wonders of the World with a private guide
• Jeep tour in Wadi Rum - the red desert and see ‘Bethany beyond the Jordan’ baptism site
• Spend two days relaxing and enjoying the famous Dead Sea at leisure

To book this fantastic offer or for more details call our friendly advisors on 01371 859 733

Boutique Istanbul 3 nights 4 Star from £439 per person

The four-star Richmond Hotel (available at a small supplement) is the only hotel located on Istiklal Street, the centre of entertainment, culture and shopping in Istanbul.

The four-star Sultanahmet Palace Hotel, whose eclectic style reflects period Byzantine and Ottoman elegance, is centrally located opposite the Blue Mosque in the old town - great for access to the Mosaic museum and the Stables bazaar. Rooms in both hotels are airconditioned and have free internet access.

The price includes:

• Return flights from Stansted, Heathrow or Manchester, taxes and transfers
• Three nights four star hotel accommodation with breakfast

Add seven nights in Kyrenia, North Cyprus; 10 nights from £739.

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7 nights Half Board Discovering North Cyprus escorted tour from £599 per person

Available dates: 9 and 23 February, 1, 8, 15 and 22 March 2012.

Unspoiled by mass tourism, North Cyprus is a great holiday destination. Enjoy the lush colours of the country, explore the fairy-tale castle of St. Hilarion, Lawrence Durrell's Bellapais Village, its 13th century Abbey featured in Durrell's 'Bitter Lemons' and Nicosia, the world's last divided Capital.

The family-run four-star Pia Bella Hotel is just a 15 minute walk from Kyrenia's historic harbour. All rooms have balconies, air conditioning, and tea and coffee making facilities.

The price includes:

• Return flights from Stansted, Manchester, Heathrow or Birmingham*, local representative, taxes and transfers
• Seven nights half board accommodation at the family run four star Pia Bella Hotel
• Tours of Nicosia, St. Hilarion Castle, Bellapais Abbey and Famagusta, as well as optional extras

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5 Star Art Deco Malta - 5 nights from £459 per person

The 5 star Phoenicia Hotel is a grand 1920's affair waiting to be discovered.  The hotel is located directly below Valetta's city walls and set in seven acres of gardens.  Facilities include a heated outdoor pool, restaurant, bar, jacuzzi and fitness room.  There are superb views of the harbour from the terrace. 

This offer includes:

• Return flights to Malta with Air Malta, taxes and private taxi transfers
• Five nights Five Star Phoenicia Hotel accommodation with breakfast and FREE upgrade to premium room*

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*Free upgrade to premium room is subject to availability and valid for stays from  1 November 11 to 29 February 12 (except 28 December 11 to 3 January 12).  Supplements may apply to some flights, depending on cost and availability.

North Cyprus from £399 per person

The Boutique Lapida Hotel is near the traditional Cypriot village of Alsancak surrounded by citrus and olive groves with glorious views over the mountains and coastline.  Travellers will enjoy traditional home-cooked food, an outdoor swimming pool and in room air conditioning.

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A Taste of North Cyprus: Cooking & Culture

7 Nights Half Board from £549 per person

Experience the flavours of off-the-beaten-track Europe, from authentic Cypriot cookery courses to baking the village bread and olive oil tasting. Typical itinerary, depending on the season:

Day 1: Fly to North Cyprus and transfer to the Lapida hotel, a charming property with just 11 rooms
Day 2: Half day guided tour of Bellapais Abbey & ancient Kyrenia admiring the historic harbour and castle
Day 3: Morning at leisure followed by a local cookery lesson in the afternoon
Day 4: A morning walking tour of Lambousa and its historical sites. In the afternoon learn how to make local desserts and lemonade
Day 5: A scenic drive into the mountains where you will walk and pick fresh herbs. In the afternoon, pastry and pasta making in the company of a local expert
Day 6: A full day coastal tour of North Western Cyprus visiting local villages, picnic by the sea, have chance to swim in natural bays.
Day 7: At Leisure

The price includes: return scheduled flights from London, Manchester or Birmingham, taxes, transfers, all touring and excursions as per itinerary and seven nights half-board hotel accommodation. Other airlines and regional departures also available, supplements may apply depending on the available flight costs for desired departure dates.

A Taste of North Cyprus requires a minimum of two people to operate. Supplements may apply depending on the cost of selected flights. Single room supplement £70 per week.

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3 nights boutique stay in Puglia – Italy from £299 per person

Stay at a former courthouse; this 14th century building has been sympathetically converted into a beautiful boutique hotel. Located right in the heart of the historic centre of Conversano in Puglia allowing you to explore the history and gastronomy of this delightful region as the hotel is the perfect choice for a year round break due to its location and its charm. Price includes 3 nights B&B stay in a standard room and Ryanair flights from Stansted. BA operates from Gatwick between April – October where a short break can also be arranged with BA flights into Bari. Please speak to our experienced reservations team for more information. Supplements will apply to some departures, please enquire.

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3 nights Istanbul City Break from £369 per person

Stay in the heart of the old town, Sultanahmet opposite Blue Mosque in the four-star Sultanahmet Palace based on B&B for 3 nights, inclusive of your airport transfers and scheduled flights from London, Birmingham and Manchester with Turkish Airlines. There are also alternative airlines from London for Istanbul, we will offer you the best flight option at the time of enquiry. There may be cheaper options at the time of booking please enquire.

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7 nights Half Board walking holiday in North Cyprus from £639 per person

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7 nights five-star All Inclusive from £759 per person

Stay in the five-star hotel Merit Crystal Cove, located by the sea with a sandy private beach offering superb quality service and location for a perfect beach holiday year round. To avoid disappointment early booking is recommended!

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