12 Jan 2016
Mini-Moons for Any Season

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Cathedral Hotels

Mini-Moons for any season 

Only have a week or two in which to take your honeymoon? A lot of people think that this means having to compromise on destination, but we beg to differ. At Full Circle Travel, we don't believe in compromise on honeymoons of any duration.  

There is something for every couple out there, you only have to know where to look. We like to think that's where we come in. Whether you want action, adventure, relaxation or nature; fly and flop, trekking, swimming or cycling; we'll lovingly hand-craft the perfect mini-moon, especially for you. 

Not sure where to start? Browse through this guide to four of our favourite mini-moons, one for every season. 

Summer moon: 

10 night Safari and Beach experience in the African wilderness 

For the couple who want adventure followed by pampering on their mini-moon 

Feeling adventurous and want to enjoy a safari experience before hitting the beach for some romance and relaxation?  

This 10 night safari and beach experience through Tanzania and Zanzibar will begin with 3 nights' safari at Tarangire National Park, sharing the territory of hundreds of elephants, and watching migratory wildebeest, zebra, buffalo, impala and gazelle. You will probably also spot families of big cats as well as an abundance of Tarangire's famous birdlife. 

On day four, you'll transfer to the luxurious Manta resort in Zanzibar, where you'll enjoy a fully inclusive stay including daily spa treatments for the next seven nights.  

Enjoy sipping on cocktails and relaxing on sandy beaches, or explore the waters scuba diving or snorkelling. For an extra special addition, why not spend a night in the exclusive underwater room; A private floating island with your bedroom four meters below the surface. Yours for the night to enjoy while sunbathing or stargazing on the top deck. 

10 night, all inclusive safari and beach experience, and return flights from the UK from £5160. Underwater room available for £990/night. 

Autumn mini-moon: 

Week long private yacht charter around the eastern Indonesian islands 

For the couple who want a balance of exploration and relaxation on their honeymoon… 

Sail around the islands of Eastern Indonesia on the magnificent Tiger Blue, a traditional 34m timber phinisi yacht.  

There are three unique itineraries which can be tailored to your personal desires, from the routes to the food to the perfect activities to enjoy as you unwind and celebrate the start of an incredible journey together, with no distractions from modern life. 

A qualified dive master is one of the on-board crew, and up to four dives a day are included in the charter price. On your dives, discover coral of all shapes and sizes, and swim amongst turtles and dolphins, manta rays and whale sharks. The boat is also equipped for waterskiing and wakeboarding. 

You'll be offered plenty of time to explore the islands on route. Let your toes sink into the fine white sand as you stroll together along beaches that stretch for miles, or get your boots on and climb some of Indonesia's hills and volcanoes for birds eye views of the colourful landscapes. 

Snuggle up of an evening on board, gazing up at myriad of stars, with a cold cocktail or beer in hand. 

Full Charter of Tiger Blue costs £19,750 for the seven nights. Return flights to Jakarta and internal flights to Sorong from £650pp.  

Winter mini-moon 

Five night Lapland Winter Safari mini-moon 

For the couple who want adventure in a winter wonderland for their mini-moon...  

Fly into Ivalo from London and settle into your private and cosy log cabin. Your five day adventure really starts on day two with a husky safari through and across the enchanting Lapland wilderness. The next day, you can both relax and enjoy a glide through the magical winter forest pulled by your very own reindeer.  

This safari gives you a wonderful opportunity to learn all about the Sami people and their traditional way of life and you'll enjoy lunch in a Reindeer Herdsman's Hut! The next day you can either try your hand at tobogganing, snow shoeing or cross country skiing. For your last night, take a snowmobile safari up to a spot on the fells which is ideal for spotting the Aurora.  

Settle down in your glass igloo for the night and snuggle up under its special thermal glass through which you can gaze up to the colourful night sky. 

Costs are from £3270/couple all inclusive. 

Spring moon 

Eight Night Route du Vin cycling mini-moon 

For the couple who find romance in pedalling through French wine country, sampling rare vintages along the way. 

Newly weds can pedal their way through traffic-free country lanes on this stunning cycling mini-moon which will take you along one of the world's best wine routes that runs north to south between the Vosges mountains and the Alsace plain, with a trip across the river to Germany for two nights. Explore beautiful and historic villages including Eguisheim, where winemaking began, and half-timbered Turckheim where a night watchman still walks the streets. 

Luxurious accommodation is waiting to welcome you both each night. In Rouffach your hotel has a Michelin-starred restaurant and, in Breisach am Rhein, the hotel is adjacent to one of Germany's most incredible Gothic cathedrals affording stunning views over the terraces of the Kaiserstuhl wine hills.   

Almost every village en route has its own cavé (cellar) and there are wine tasting opportunities every day. Seven types of grape are grown in Alsace and some villages have their own vintages which can't be tasted anywhere else in the world - this really is a mini-moon made in heaven for the couple that love their wine. 

Costs are from £2538/couple, including flights.