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John Bailes
Reviewed July 2015
Cycling the Southern coast of Sardinia
The scenery was outstanding and June was the perfect time to go – hot, but all manageable. Most of the group were perfectly happy with the off- road cycling, but we didn’t take to it so well having really only ridden on Tarmac at home. Having said that, the vast majority of the cycling was on the road and the coastal hills and downhill runs were more exciting than difficult. Our guides were very caring and worked really hard to make sure we had everything we needed.
Most Inspirational Moment
Cycling through the villages and towns always places you nearer the local people and their cultures, but the scenery made the trip for me personally. Visiting the beaches and the salt pools added to the variety of the Mediterranean countryside and a stop for photos of Sardinia's flamingos was always going to be a treat.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Mikele and Giovanni were very caring and attentive to our needs and worked hard to ensure the whole group were together at important points/ junctions. Their local knowledge was extremely comprehensive and this added to the whole trip. We have to especially thank them for their thoughtfulness towards ensuring that those with special diets were catered for.
Advice for Potential Travellers
If it wasn't for the fact that there is so much to see and do in the world I would do it again. If you are thinking about doing it and it all seems within your range, then do it! You will not be disappointed and the coastal scenery in June is beautifully colourful. Be mindful of looking after yourself in the sun( although it wasn't overpoweringly hot ) and you will enjoy the company of like-minded cyclists.
Jonathan Dorward
Reviewed July 2015
classic dolomites
A fantastic holiday,great location.Scenery was stunning.Hotel great,nice staff,very helpful.
Most Inspirational Moment
The scenery,it was breathtaking.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Karl Mather was brilliant!! His leadership skills were excellent,his knowledge of the area was second nature.He was very interesting and made our holiday.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Book this trip with Karl,you will have a great ,interesting trip.
Estelle Macdonald
Reviewed July 2015
Vietnam Cycling
Working up a sweat is a great way to bond with a group of complete strangers of varied fitness levels and life stories. By day 14 you know who you will endeavour to keep contact with, and those you don’t have still contributed positively to your whole experience and provided lively holiday tales.
Most Inspirational Moment
A fresh understanding of a different culture was a highlight as well as the mental and physical challenge of the cycling, which I am new to.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Lam was a star. Very organised and always cheerfully encouraging. He also had great support team who worked hard and made every step easy.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Even though the trip is described as moderate, you will enjoy it more if you do a bit of training. I cycled for an hour, including hills, 3 days a week for a month before departure and that was a big help.
Seasonal temperatures play a big part in energy levels also. Next trip will definitely be in spring or autumn.
The 10km hill climb on day 10 was a killer in July heat.
Check with Exodus contacts regarding equipment needed. We did not need sleeping sheets or torches but a little handle bar bag would have been useful for camera, money etc, rather than the heat of a backpack.
Marilyn Staib
Reviewed July 2015
Picos de Europa July 2015
Spectacular scenery. Excellent guide. Good accommodation with lovely view from dining room. Great food.
Most Inspirational Moment
Summit of Pena Main, summit of Mancondiu, Cares Gorge
Thoughts on Group Leader
Lovely chap. Always helpful. Full of enthusiasm. Handled a difficult situation well. Could have a career in meterology.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Itinerary subject to change with weather
Brian White
Reviewed July 2015
Excellent, Tough Trip but Very Rewarding
We did this trek in July and had perfect blue sky weather every day, but rain on the last day for the walk into Zermatt. The trek for us was one of the best European treks we have done and was very challenging/tough but extremely rewarding with stunning and changeable scenery every day. We really enjoyed the camping although the mountain huts and auberge were a little close for comfort but manageable once you got use to the idea of sleeping closely with other people!!
This trek had it all for us. High col passes, snow walking and bum sliding, steep ascents, steep descents, rough terrain, boulder jumping, chains, forests, gushing rivers, waterfalls and lakes and absolutely stunning snow capped mountains and scenery.
However, we were a little disappointed that the itinerary was not followed on the first day of walking and we missed not starting from the teleferique at Plan Praz and also the high level contour walk with ladders and chains.
Most Inspirational Moment
Arriving at a col each day at just under 3000 metres after a long, hard ascent and the stunning blue sky views that awaited us.
Thoughts on Group Leader
As a result of Simon's background he was a fast paced, no-nonsense leader which, on occasions, was necessary due to the challenging/tough nature of this trek. However, a slightly slower pace to meet the total group needs might have been more appropriate as those who were at the back every day struggled to keep up and we had to keep waiting for them to catch up. Conversely, you really need to be a good and very fit mountain walker to get the best out of this trek.
Advice for Potential Travellers
On your first day off at Les Bossons, Chamonix (the warm-up day), do the ascent and descent from the campsite to the Refuge de Bellachat at altitude 2152 metres. This will give you a good feel for what the daily ascents and descents are like, whilst warming you up nicely for what is in store most days. If you make it, try the delicious omelettes at the Refuge and the views are also very stunning.
For the huts and auberge take a head torch with a red light so as not to wake people up with a bright LED and also ear plugs. You only need to take a sleeping bag liner in your day pack and no flip-flops for the huts as croc shoes are provided. You will need to take a towel and soap etc as you can have a shower in the Mountain Huts at a cost of 5 Francs and they are free in the auberge.
The long descents can be very arduous on your knees - definitely take and use two poles.
Michael Cooper
Reviewed July 2015
TOUR MT BLANC
This trek my first to the Alps met and exceeded my expectations.
Most Inspirational Moment
Traversing the Cols between different countries on the trek - Plus the transportation on the cable cars both within the package and as an optional trip on 'rest days'.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Lotte was superb. Very pleasant and supportive to all group members. Managed the timings seamlessly and made adjustments to the route to suit the group and make it even more enjoyable. Ably supported by Charlie.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Consider a single tent and dont expect to loose weight even allowing for the long days walking - In my opinion there is no need to take/consume extra 'energy' snacks etc
Lucy Callander
Reviewed July 2015
Cycling Prague to Budapest
This was a wonderful trip. The towns through Czech and the countryside into Vienna are beautiful. The Route flattens out once on the Danube and the scenery to Budapest is OK but the first part of the trip is the most scenic. It is pretty full on cycling and at times I felt like all I did was cycle, eat, sleep, but I really enjoyed it and came home much fitter than when I left.
Most Inspirational Moment
Making it to the end! Whilst I never got on the support vehicle, I did walk up a few hills.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Dana, our leader was fabulous, well organised and kept everyone going at a good pace. Had great local knowledge and history on the areas as well.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Day 2 and 3 cycling have a few hills and I found the hardest. It's a fair amount of cycling everyday so do some training before you go!
Lisa Cooper
Reviewed July 2015
Exodus lemosho
A great trip with African Walking Company. Everything was organised but still flexible and great team of guides, cook, porter all 39 were amazing! Highly recommend this trip to people who don’t mind camping for over a week and hiking to the summit with a start at midnight.
Most Inspirational Moment
the summit reaching 5895m and watching the sunrise over the Kenyan border around 5am
Thoughts on Group Leader
Florence and his team of guides were amazing. all 9 of my group made it to the summit. Positive motivation, experience, mental attitude, care and pole pole helped us all to the summit.
Advice for Potential Travellers
a hand brush or flannel to help washing time and dust! a shewee is a big help and lots of layers.
Catherine Brennan
Reviewed July 2015
Essential Peru
Fantastic holiday. Great guide, amazing experience and really nice travelling companions
Most Inspirational Moment
Visiting Machu Picchu
Thoughts on Group Leader
Diana took excellent care of everyone. She was extremely knowledgeable, was very caring and attentive and an excellent ambassador for Peru and Exodus holidays
Advice for Potential Travellers
Remember to take warm clothes if visiting Peru in winter months
Caroline Scuffell
Reviewed July 2015
Amazing experience
This was my first trip with exodus and I would definitely recommend it. It was a fabulous mixture of cycling, sightseeing and culture. Fabulous!!
Most Inspirational Moment
cycling through remote villages seeing beautiful scenery and children running from their houses to wave and cheer as we passed by- unforgettable !
Thoughts on Group Leader
Our group leader was Is. She was amazingly dedicated and organised. Her English was excellent and she was extremely knowledgable giving us constant information and guidance. She also had a great sense of humour and looked after us all so well.
She deserves s medal!
