Reviews

Most Inspirational Moment

The rainforest - it would have been great to have had another day there and Chimborazo.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Awesome! Very personable and witty and really helped make the holiday come alive! Our driver Mauricio was also great - some of the driving must have been quite challenging and he just managed everything with ease.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Take fleeces, waterproof, warm base layers, warm hat and gloves for Chimborazo - it was pretty cold! Take clothes that wick away sweat and keep you cool in the rainforest and on the coast. You need layers for all seasons and I would recommend taking hiking boots and/or trainers/ walking shoes in addition to sandals or regular trainers. I stuck mainly to long sleeved cool base layers and walking trousers and a couple of pairs of jeans - less skin to put deet on, and sometimes a t-shirt came out! Also swimming cossie useful for hot springs ( which are also great) and a swim in the sea.

Most Inspirational Moment

The mountains in the north (Theth and Valbone region ) flora , clear water , hospitality , traditional food . Variety of itinary (walks in the mountains, history, seaside .

Thoughts on Group Leader

Dorian had the trip well prepared , very knowledgeable , nothing was too much for him. Excellent minibus and safe driver .

Advice for Potential Travellers

Travers the pass Theth to Valbone = strenuous but possible = 7 hours .

Most Inspirational Moment

Seeing the Gorges du Verdon for the first time, a truly jaw dropping sight and the endless fields of Lavender on the Valensole Plateaux.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Our group leader Yves was just brilliant. Friendly, enthusiastic, experienced, prepared to go that extra mile for his clients and obviously passionate about the outdoors , this approach made all the difference to my first overseas hiking holiday. Many thanks!

Advice for Potential Travellers

It gets very hot hiking in June! Obvious advice I know but slap plenty of high factor sun cream on and reapply regularly... I think hiking poles, especially when descending down some of the inclines would be useful for that bit of extra stability , it's very rocky and loose underfoot.

Most Inspirational Moment

prizren mountains pellumbas cave

Thoughts on Group Leader

very knowlegable and attentive to everybodys requirements

Advice for Potential Travellers

do not take too much luggage as it is not required

Most Inspirational Moment

Cycling through the trellis.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Sara was capable, caring, warm, funny, and she made the extra effort to tell us the history of various locations and sites.

Most Inspirational Moment

Would describe as highlights rather than inspirational:- Matera - quite stunning and well worth the additional day we added - good advice from Exodus Alberobello - touristy but photogenic and pretty and a great opportunity to stay in a trullo - wonderful! The Masseria was also a beautiful setting - lovely accommodation, great food and wine, lovely pool a great place to relax.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Not a natural guide but Sara was very keen to ensure we had a good trip and worked extremely hard to achieve that - with very little help from her colleagues. She did a good job.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Take Exodus' advice and spend an extra day in Matera - well worth the visit This isn't a challenging ride so if you enjoy a relaxed cycle trip in a beautiful part of Italy with time to relax and explore each of the places you visit then this is a perfect holiday.

Most Inspirational Moment

The peacefulness of the mountains and the ability to feel far away from the normality of life. Using the ropes to edge around the ridges. Exhilarating!

Thoughts on Group Leader

I have completed many tours over the last 8 years and Sara bull is by far the best tour leader. Always aiming to please and getting all the small details spot-on. Sara puts her clients at ease and I had a marvellous time. Sara has immense knowledge and the ability to inspire further travel.

Advice for Potential Travellers

This trip is a must,for an all-round experience. Walking,food and hospitality. Take all the gear for various weather and enjoy a dip in the pool.

Most Inspirational Moment

The Ranohira national park had fantastic canyons and sandstone features. It was a shame we did not walk longer here.

Thoughts on Group Leader

The group leader was highly knowledgeable in all areas and managed to return us safely to Antananarivo safely even when the internal flights were cancelled.

Advice for Potential Travellers

There is really a lot of bus travel on this trip, even the city tour on the last day involves 60km of bus ride. Be careful about changing money back at the airport as we were tricked. The exchange only had 50 euro or 20 dollar notes so simply rounded up all the local money to an exchange rate in his favour essentially robbing us.

Most Inspirational Moment

Arriving in Positano at the end of the steps down from the walk of the gods - a great sense of achievement!

Thoughts on Group Leader

Eduardo was an absolutely fantastic group leader. He made sure we all had a great holiday and his local knowledge was invaluable (particularly when it came to great places for lunch!). He has obvious passion and pride in this beautiful region and it was a pleasure to spend a week with him.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Don't underestimate the spectacular walk of the gods, it was brilliant experience but a little challenging in the summer sunshine (particularly if you do the steps at the end!).

Most Inspirational Moment

The temples at Angkor Wat are huge and impressive. Cycling through the back streets alongside the waterways of the Mekong delta gave a fascinating insight into local life. However, for sheer, jaw dropping shock, nothing can prepare a visitor, for seeing the Killing Fields, and S-21 prison. The visit was made even more poignant, by meeting the only 2 living survivors, and from the personal insights of the Cambodian Guide.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Rit did an amazing job. He was always good humoured, and tolerant of teasing. very good company in his own right. He led the tour through 3 different countries, with a separate support team in each one. No mean feat. A top cyclist, and a top man!

Advice for Potential Travellers

Take US dollars for the tour tipping kitty. Use the out of hotel laundry, much cheaper than the hotels. Try to have a look at Chau Doc, in the short time you're there, an amazing waterfront on the Mekong. Take insect repellent, especially for the home stay.