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4.7 out of 5

Mark Buxton

Reviewed February 2017

Vietnam Adventure

I first travelled to Vietnam back in 2005 and it was always my intention to go back at some point in the future to see how things had changed. 12 years down the line, and I thought that now was an ideal time to go back.

Most Inspirational Moment

The trip I did this time was pretty much the same as the one I did in 2005 (with the exception of a trek in the hilltribes in the North). The first thing I must mention is the food in Vietnam. Vietnamese food is amazing. Whilst this wasn't a specific food trip, our guide had some excellent recommendations for eating. Going back to Halong Bay was something pretty special. We were lucky enough to have some very sunny weather whilst we were there. The boat we stayed on was very comfortable too - and the food was pretty impressive as well. We had some unseasonably cloudy and occasionally rainy weather in the middle portion of the trip around Hue and Hoi An, but that didn't detract from my enjoyment of those particular places. I particularly enjoyed the homestay in the Mekong Delta. It was my birthday on the day that we were there and I was particularly humbled by the local band who played happy birthday for me and also the family at the homestay made me a lovely birthday cake as well.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Hai was a fantastic tour leader. As per some of the recent reviews on here, his sense of humour was fantastic and fitted in very well with our group. He had excellent food recommendations and nothing was too much trouble for him. He was an excellent guide, leader and organiser. He also arranged laundry for us in each place (if we wanted it) at considerably cheaper prices than the hotels. He is a credit to your organisation.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Be prepared for not much sleep on the train journey. The cabins are very cramped, especially when you factor in everyone's luggage as well. Take US dollars - it's the easiest currency to change and I got very reasonable rates by changing it at the hotels we stayed in.

Paul Devall

Reviewed February 2017

Discover Chile

Excellent place to visit

Most Inspirational Moment

The Torres Del Paine national park. We were fortunate enough to arrive with good weather and could see the range in all its glory. Easter Island whilst expensive is worth the trip, the island is beautiful and the Moais amazing. In all honesty the places visited as a whole were fantastic.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Alex was great, he was always there when we or any of the group needed him. In every place we visited he smoothed the way and ensured we all enjoyed it.

Advice for Potential Travellers

As other travellers have noted there are some long days. I am sure some of this could be changed with different flying times etc. but you do lose a lot of time on buses and in airports. Be prepared for some stunning scenery and don't get caught out with the different climates at each area that is visited.

Linda Towe

Reviewed February 2017

Explore Costa Rica WUC

This was an excellent trip full of variety and interest. The range of scenery was amazing and the pace of the trip just right with enough time to explore each diverse region.

Most Inspirational Moment

Meeting our exceptional tour leader and realising what a beautiful and varied country

Thoughts on Group Leader

Words cannot really do justice to how good he is and how lucky Exodus is to have him leading on their behalf. Jonny Villalobos had such a love for his country and it wildlife and culture and was able to pass this on to us in an entertaining, educational way which was pitched at just the right way. The trip ran like clockwork, with every element perfect and Jonny went out of his way to ensure this was the case. I cannot praise him enough and would not hesitate to nominate him for leader of the year - I have been on many trips and he was by far the best.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Go - just go

Margaret Naughtin

Reviewed February 2017

Petra and Wadi Rum trek

The trek was just what we expected – spectacular scenery, nutrious food and good company! Our guide Zuhair was knowledgeable and fun all the time.

Most Inspirational Moment

The climb to the Burdat(?) rock bridge - fantastic rock scrambling.

Thoughts on Group Leader

knowledgeable, considerate,

Advice for Potential Travellers

prepare for sand walking!!!

helen cracknell

Reviewed February 2017

Snowshoeing Catalan Pyrenees

This was my third time snowshoeing and was a fantastic trip- really interesting, wild and beautiful places, helped by great weather and plenty of snow. Everyone we met in all three hotels, the taxi drivers and the hosts of the additional activities were very hospitable and friendly and the food was very good quality throughout. With so much included (wine with the meals, all the transport and additional local wine brought by Miguel for the cheese tasting) the trip was really good value.

Most Inspirational Moment

Hard to pick one moment out of a brilliant week, but the last day in the Aigues Tortes area was a fantastic walk with brilliant views, which Miguel had arranged specially over and above the normal planned trip for that day. I was also very struck by the passion the hosts of the cultural activities displayed, especially as they were talking to us in English.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Miguel was an exemplary guide- he had planned a variety of interesting snowshoeing routes as well as some additional cultural activities which were much more worthwhile than I had expected, for example a local cheesemaker and a project to preserve the traditional shepherd's and artisans' activity for the benefit of all concerned as well as the landscape. He handled the whole trip with supreme efficiency and organisation as well as educating us all about the area, while being excellent and highly amusing company. He went above and beyond by organising an extra special trip on our last day as well as accompanying us on his to the local village on his "day off".

Advice for Potential Travellers

Be prepared to be in very remote areas, without the opportunity to buy anything in local shops. Take a swimming costume so that you can take advantage of the spa in the neighbouring hotel in Valencia.

Keren Rees

Reviewed February 2017

Costa Rica WUC 170205

2 weeks touring the different ecological areas of Costa Rica

Most Inspirational Moment

Exploring by boat from tortueguero

Thoughts on Group Leader

Excellent. Very knowledgeable about everything and very informative. Obviously cares deeply about his country and its ecology. Kind and caring

Advice for Potential Travellers

This trip is not for you if you do not appreciate wildlife but for those who do, it is a delight

Catherine Smith

Reviewed February 2017

Snowshoeing in the Dolomites

A fantastic week of snowshoeing. Awesome in the true sense of the word! Awesome hotel, awesome views, awesome walks and awesome guide Sara! We were lucky to arrive after a decent snow fall so we had 5 days snowshoeing in pristine snow with beautiful clear blue skies.

Most Inspirational Moment

The whole trip was amazing and each walk inspirational in its own right. We loved the Narnia walk climbing up through the snow laden trees, Monte Piano summit had poignant moments as we thought about the WW1 trenches deep beneath the snow and the Wilderness walk up to Rossalmhutte had its own charm with views of a frozen waterfall. If I had to pick one, it would be the ridge walk combining 2 summits - Lutterkopf and Durakopf. The views were magnificent with the Dolomites to one side and the Austrian Alps the the other.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Sara was truly wonderful. She was so professional and knowledgeable and yet wonderfully caring at the same time. Her enthusiasm is infectious. She really cared about making sure we had a great holiday and looked after each and every one of us.

Advice for Potential Travellers

This is definitely a trip book if you're considering trying snowshoeing. The hotel is really comfortable with great food and spa facilities. Sara is a superb guide and the routes she takes you on are spectacular! If you enjoy mountain walking and like the snow it is a must!

Rosalind Gutteridge

Reviewed February 2017

Exploring Sri Lanka

Fabulous trip, well organised with a huge variety of places. We were well looked after by our gracious guide, Bop, his love of his home country was shared with intelligence and humour. It was a gruelling agenda, and would only recommend for fit people. We were a great group of 15, which gave us space to sleep on route in the bus, which we needed, many morning leaving our hotel at 7am. Last night at 2am…..

Most Inspirational Moment

I can't say a moment, so much was inspirational. Just loved the tea growing area, the amazing mountains, neatly planted with plantations, and the lush tropical abundance of fruit and vegetables. The kind people who invited us into their homes and cooked us delicious feasts.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Our group leader, Bop, was informative, intelligent, and as already mentioned with a great sense of humour, we laughed so much. I could not praise him enough...

Advice for Potential Travellers

Take bug spray ( huge mosquitos and bites) and bleach wipes. The bathrooms and plumping are not for the faint hearted. We found better public toilets at our train station on our return to UK than any we experienced, including our hotel rooms. And I have lived in a sub tropical climate for the last 35 years! Take long sleeved shirts jand a hat against the sun. And most important good light weight walking shoes....

Deirdre Newman

Reviewed February 2017

Vietnam Adventure

A great trip offering a very good insight into Vietnam, its culture and people. Very varied in terms of places visited.
Covered a lot in 2 weeks which meant it was quite hectic at times and lots of early starts.

Most Inspirational Moment

Loved the cruise on Halong Bay - it was the most scenic part of the holiday. Also thoroughly enjoyed overnight stay at the Homestay. The house we stayed at was delightful and the surrounding area very peaceful and serene. Also enjoyed the cycle rides through the paddy fields and to the local market.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Hai was a great guide. Nothing too much trouble for him. Recommended some great restaurants and eating places including street cafes and local eateries. Offered a good range of optional excursions and activities but never pushed them on us. Had a great sense of humour and bonded well with our group.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Travel as light as you can as there are several opportunities to get laundry done very cheaply by local people (our guide arranged this in Hue and Hoi An). Take dollars with you (especially 1 dollar notes) as they are accepted almost every where (even by the laundry people) and are often preferred to dong.

Ruth Bass

Reviewed February 2017

Unforgettable

This was our first group cycling holiday and our first trip with Exodus and it did not disappoint. The cycling is really well planned with great backup and the places we visited combined to give us a varied taste of this unique and fascinating country. We found ourselves in great company – the group really gelled and we had a ball.

Most Inspirational Moment

The views in the Sierra Maestre, the most challenging cycling day - reward for our effort; the atmosphere of Trinidad at sundown and the music, the people and sights by the roadside throughout the trip, the walk in the forest on day 10, snatched swims in pools and the sea and the fabulous evening out in Havana that rounded off an unforgettable holiday

Thoughts on Group Leader

Angel was just the best - calm and kind, managing all the unknowns one encounters in Cuba expertly.His insights into life in Cuba were comprehensive, and utterly fascinating - history and facts of course but always delivered with personal anecdotes and in a funny and insightful manner. We all loved him.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Talk yourself out of using WiFi any more than is absolutely essential - it's frustrating, expensive and hard to come by. Have a break! Also, as Exodus advise, if you want snacks of any kind or hydration additives do take them as there is very little available, same goes for suncream - basically take all you need with you and don't rely on shopping .

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