Highlights of Romania is a fantastic trip for travellers who want to experience authentic culture, history, and local life. Our lovely guide, Christi, encouraged us to ask questions and to really get to know local people and their lives. What impressed me most was how many genuine connections we made throughout the journey, from meeting local artisans and learning traditional crafts to staying in welcoming family-run guesthouses.

The medieval town of Sighișoara was a real highlight. Walking through its beautifully preserved streets felt like stepping back in time. Equally memorable were visits to traditional workshops where we learned about wool spinning and even had the chance to try our hand at weaving alongside local experts.

The accommodation may not be luxurious, but it is full of character and provides wonderful opportunities to meet local hosts and enjoy home-cooked Romanian cuisine. Every guesthouse offered a warm welcome and a deeper insight into daily life in the region.

The itinerary is well paced for active travellers who enjoy immersive cultural experiences. Along the way, you’ll discover fascinating Orthodox and Saxon heritage, beautiful countryside, historic castles, and lesser-known parts of Europe that remain refreshingly untouched by mass tourism.

I would highly recommend this trip to anyone interested in history, culture, local traditions, and authentic travel experiences. Romania exceeded my expectations and left me wanting to return and explore even more of this remarkable country.

Simone Pfluegl Highlights of Romania

Joao was an excellent leader. The quality of equipment, accomodations and the overall experience was top notch.

DAVE PECHARICH Porto to Lisbon Atlantic Ride

We thoroughly enjoyed our Baltic tour and would recommend it to anyone interested in history, architecture, cultural and gastronomic experiences. Although we have travelled extensively in Europe over many years, the three Baltic countries were new destinations for us and they all offer interesting and different dimensions in terms of pre-WW2 history, and post-war and occupation history as well. Beautiful medieval cities and castles are wonderful to visit, but the countryside, seaside and riverside towns were also a pleasure to explore. We were fortunate to have the guidance of an exceptional tour guide in Margarita, who made sure we all enjoyed the experience together, balancing quiet solo moments with memorable group events which were plenty of fun as well. Similarly, the local tour guides we had were all knowledgeable and entertaining as well.

Linda Coyle Discover the Baltics

I was travelling as an Exodus Staff Member: The Garfagnana is such a beautiful and quiet part of Italy, a true hidden gem. I did Level 3 walks every day in September, and we were very lucky with the weather: only one rainy day, and otherwise beautiful blue skies, perfect for those incredible 360° views. Every walk was stunning, throughout and specially at the peaks. Staying at Agriturismo Braccicorti was also a highlight, it’s such a beautiful cozy, peaceful farm with so much history, lovingly restored by the owners and almost self-sustainable. We were completely spoiled with amazing local food, cheeses, homemade jams, fresh peaches and apples, and some of the best wine I’ve ever had, ah, i miss the food!

Daniela Ortiz Jimenez Walking Northern Tuscany

This was a fantastic trip – mountains, lakes, yurts, history, culture, beautiful mosques, delicious food & great guides!

Lindsay Cox The Silk Road

Our first time in Albania and we loved it. Temperature in late September was warm but comfortable, especially by the coast. Roads felt safe – good surfaces and considerate drivers. Armand, our guide, was knowledgeable, funny and very hard-working. He and Rogens really looked after us. The first day’s cycling was hard but the two easier days meant I was confident to manage the Llogara Pass on the final day. Our group was very friendly and had great laughs along the way.

alister harwood Cycling in Albania