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My third Exodus trip, all good but this one was the best. The combination of varied walking through spectacular surroundings, visits to interesting sites, an good, friendly hotel with good food, an excellent group leader and a group that all got on well together made it a memorable week. Also the weather was mainly warm and sunny, a real bonus coming from the UK in November.
Traversing the summit and rim of Vesuvius, an optional extra, was thought provoking when you realise that at some future date it may look very different, particularly combined with visits to Pompeii and Herculaneum which show what could happen again.
Our group leader, Emily, was everything one might ask for in that role, but also became an important member of the group.
Truthfully, it was not what I expected. I was not physically prepared for the terrain and although I completed the walks, I would not consider any of them ‘leisurely’ as advertised. Most, to me, were moderate. I had painful leg muscles for days which were worse on the descents. Although I walk regularly at home, the terrain would be quite flat. We decided to take Day 5 off and travelled to Ravello, where we were handsomely rewarded by it’s beauty and charm. Day 6 was spent in Naples, Museums, discovering the city etc. By Day 7, the pains had mostly gone and we managed The Walk of the Gods with relative ease. I would have no hesitation in going on a similar holiday in the future now that I know what is involved in terms of physical preparation. I feel I pushed myself to a limit I didn’t expect to achieve and for that I am happy. After all, isn’t that what adventure is about. Despite the need for painkillers during the day and a Mojito or two at night, I would recommend this trip.
Part of the attraction of this particular trip was the visit to Pompeii and Vesuvius. I would have liked to spend longer in Pompeii. The morning was rushed. Meeting new people and learning about their lives and experiences.
Morten was great, knowledgeable , informative, helpful, patient and prepared. He encouraged us all to finish in our own time. He had maps, local history, bus timetables etc for numerous places that various people wanted to visit on the free day.
PREPARE. If you are not already doing similar walks on your own or with a club, I strongly suggest starting with 1 hour ascents and descents to build up your leg muscles and stamina. Don't be afraid to explore on your own. Take a day off if you feel there are other things you'd like to see in the area. Some of our group took a taxi and train to Herculaneum. It's your holiday.
Indescribably beautiful. One of the best. Each walk was sensational. Fantastic hotel, staff, food and wine.
Each and every walk was inspirational
I would highly recommend our group leader. Emily was well organised, knowledgeable, and fun to be with. Nothing was too much trouble and her innate kindness really shone through.
i have been on 3 Exodus trips , but this one is a must. Highly recommended
Well located and comfortable hotel. Swimming pool very welcome as we had a hot
week.
The walk of the gods down to Positano and the optional trip to Ravello.
Peter (Pedro) tried hard and was very personable. However, he was not the usual guide for this trip (there were two groups and Livia was with the other group) and struggled with his local knowledge and was not feeling well.
A very good mix of enough walking with time for leisure and relaxation, with bits of time on the beach or by the hotel pool. Beautiful landscapes, charming villages, and a pleasant hotel with friendly and helpful staff. The heat and the steps made the walks more challenging at times than might be expected for a Easy/Moderate walking holiday.
The coastline is stunning and rugged and there were surprisingly few other tourists encountered on the walks. This was not the case at Pompeii but the site was stunning regardless with many well preserved frescos and mosaics. Walking up and round the rim of Vesuvius was challenging but well worthwhile. I loved having views of the coast for much of the time whilst walking but my favourite walk was probably the Valle de Feria which had streams, waterfalls and woods.
Christina was very bubbly and friendly, a very experienced tour leader with a wealth of knowledge about the local areas and a fund of stories. The trip was well organised and her relationships with other staff were very good. She was helpful in advising about options for the rest day.
The walking can be challenging in the heat. Do take poles as there are some steep downs and some ups too with the ground not always firm underneath. If you choose to go to Capri take the earliest possible ferry out and back as it is very busy once you get there and you may queue for transport (this may be more a problem in August) and have little time to see anything. I spent more time in Ana Capri which was pretty and much quieter and less touristy than Capri town. The group flight arrives very late on the Saturday evening which seemed a waste of a day. I arranged my own flights and spent some time in Naples which I would recommend as a gritty city with a lot of culture.
Very nice combination of walking and culture. Good organisation. Different type of walks. Relaxed group atmosphere. Modest hotel, good comfort, but food could be better quality
Walk of the gods..and Heracleion on our free day
Very pleasant personality, alert for the whole group, helpful without being intrusive. She had a good contact with the local population and found nice addresses and places for the group.
Really enjoyable holiday in a very friendly family run hotel with just the right amount of walking to discover the highlights of this beautiful coast, alongside a coach trip to fabulous Pompeii and a walk around the rim of Vesuvius.
Realising how much life in Roman Pompeii resembles ours today.
Christine was lovely and friendly and full of interesting stories and added thoughtful touches to enhance our holiday experience.
Don't underestimate the number of steps. Train beforehand and take walking poles to protect your knees.
This was a great holiday combining walking with seeing the area and visiting some sites such as Pompeii and Mt Vesuvius. The views were spectacular and the walks well planned and thought out.
Walking the crater of Mt Vesuvius.
Christina was fabulous. She is a lovely person, a wealth of knowledge about the area and managed to work with the varied ages and personalities in our group. It was great having an English guide who was Italian speaking and who obviously was loved and respected by the local villagers but understood our needs as well.
Lots of steps! August is very hot and the Amalfi area is very busy with Italians on holiday.. I felt it added to the atmosphere but not all may agree with this.
This was an amazing trip that allowed you to see so much of the Amalfi coast within a week. There were 4 days of hiking, all great walks in their own right that were so different from one another. We would usually begin the walking in the mid-morning, reach our destination by mid or late afternoon, then be rewarded with a delicious dinner later that night at our hotel. It was my first time travelling with Exodus, and I will definitely travel with them again in the future. I thoroughly recommend Exodus and can now understand why quite a few of my fellow travellers in this group told me that it was their 20th trip with Exodus and they have not yet had one they did not enjoy. One goes on an Exodus trip twice a year and said they were all unique and positive experiences.
Hiking to the top of Mt Vesuvius was definitely the highlight of the trip. To be able to walk all the way around the volcano as well as go inside the crater was such a special moment that won't be forgotten
Christine was the best tour leader I have ever had on a trip. Never have I met someone who was so informative and passionate about Italy, she knew so much and was so interesting! She made the time to make everyone feel included and welcome. It happened to be my birthday on this trip and she got everyone to sign a birthday card and organised a delicious birthday cake for me which was so kind and thoughtful. Thank you Christine for making this such an enjoyable and memorable trip!
Good sneakers or hiking boots are a must. Hiking poles make the trails more comfortable, but are not imperative. The national park hiking trail had a lot of bugs, so bug spray is needed as well as a fan or something to swat the bugs away while you are walking. The hike to Mt Vesuvius meant at the end of the walk our shoes were very dusty, I suggest bringing a small towel that day just to clean your feet when you have the chance. A small towel was great on the hot summery days just to wipe off when you finished the walk and were heading into the towns like Amalfi and Positano.
Classed as leisurely moderate, this walk was at a leisurely pace, which was really enjoyable and there was plenty of time to take photos, cake breaks, lunch etc. The walks are also classed as moderate, which is the difficulty of the walking. Lots of steps, climbing rocks in parts, loose gravel. Don’t let that put you off. The views were worth every step, every rock and every bit of gravel!
The day we spent in Pompeii and Mount Vesuvius was absolutely thrilling. From Pompeii's history, brilliantly explained by the local guide, to Mount Vesuvius, climbing into the crater, was an amazing day.
Christina was unbelievable. She catered for every need. She looked after us, whether we were youngsters or elderly, she was chatty, sociable, explained all the views, terrains, how the car got stuck up the tree (there was a bit of romantising there!) All buses/coaches were well organised. One of the best group leaders I've had.
Don't hesitate ~ book it. You do need walking boots/shoes and a pole was helpful. A small camera is a must.