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Beautiful overview of the country. Learned so much, enjoyed so much! Carla Costa, our tour leader, made it most memorable with her broad knowledge and winning personality. She encouraged a great group of people that turned into good friends quickly. The sites were gorgeous, too! The perfect weather didn’t hurt. All activities and transfers expertly handled.
Finale dinner in Lisbon at Trindade, a former convent. A perfect setting for a special dinner with special friends.
Carla was perfect! She showed true love for her country, professionalism, knowledge and great care for her guests. Couldn’t ask for a better guide — or friend.
Pack light and be ready to walk on those uphill cobblestones!
Beautiful overview of the country. Learned so much, enjoyed so much! Carla Costa, our tour leader, made it most memorable with her broad knowledge and winning personality. She encouraged a great group of people that turned into good friends quickly. The sites were gorgeous, too!
Finale dinner in Lisbon at Trindade, a former convent. A perfect setting for a special dinner with special friends.
Carla was perfect! She showed true love for her country, professionalism, knowledge and great care for her guests. Couldn’t ask for a better guide — or friend.
Pack light and be ready to walk on those uphill cobblestones!
Essential Turkey was a great tour. Started in Istanbul, a fascinating
City. Got to see a lot of the famous ancient sites on our trip. Relaxed in a small town on the Mediterranean and experienced a balloon ride over the amazing landscape of Cappadocia . The tour is jam packed! Great group of people which totally added to the trip.
Walking down the Main Street in Ephesus. What an amazing , sophisticated ancient city.
Ozgur our group leader was amazing. Very organized,warm and friendly with a great sense of humor. His knowledge and sharing of Turkish history and culture really added to our trip.
There are some long days in bus, but interspersed with visits to places and food and bathroom breaks. Bus was very comfortable
This is a full-on itinerary providing an intensive experience of the history and culture of Portugal. History, churches, stunning landscapes, wine and food, our wonderful enthusiastic leader Carla packed it all in!
I can’t choose just ONE!! The delicious meal of shrimp rice in the simple family-run restaurant set us on our way; visiting a winery and the boat trip in the Douro Valley; or the ancient city of Coimbra where we crammed in the historic University, a fado performance, a Roman wall, and the ancient city gates; or the O.G. pastel de Belém which genuinely was SO much more delicious than any of its imitators!? Don’t make me CHOOSE!
Carla is a fantastic tour leader. She is knowledgeable and enthusiastic about every aspect of Portugal, her joy is truly infectious. She is so hard-working, making the itinerary work, adapting to local circumstances, setting our visits in context, and making sure to include everyone in the Group. Brava, Carla!
Comfortable walking shoes *with good grip*…. there is a lot of walking - the streets of the cities and towns we visited are steep and uneven in places, paved with ancient cobblestones worn shiny over the years, and these are extremely slippery even when dry.
Walking the Mountains and Villages of Evia’. ✨I found the tour charming and well organized, particularly due to the efforts of our guide, Thanos. The scenery was inspiring, as was the mix of history and nature served up by our fine guide. I knew I was in for something special when Thanos began plucking pomegranates along the path, breaking and sharing them with each traveler. For me our hikes were occasionally challenging, but in a very good way where I felt accomplished at the end of each day. Our hotel had everything we needed; clean, comfortable, well located and with beautiful bay views. The hotel staff and restaurant service were uniformly friendly and helpful, as was transportation timely and safe. I particularly enjoyed meeting and sharing the experiences with the other members of our small group. By day we enjoyed delightful local pastries and sandwiches. During the evenings we were lavished with appetizing meals and wines in the Karystos area. Our guide couldn’t have been more attentive to our individual needs. A vacation both adventurous and relaxing.
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Reaching the cave of St. Nicholas on Mt. Kliosi, especially with the wind!!
Thanos is a knowledgeable, generous and attentive host and guide. Also entertaining, i.e. the chicken chase.
Using a pole or poles was helpful for inclines.
This was a really interesting country- many aspects of the history and country surprised me. We saw beautiful countryside, extraordinary churches , lovely towns. The food was delicious as was the wine.
Carla was an incredible guide- knowledgeable and who went above and beyond consistently
I loved visiting Porto-fabulous buildings. Meeting the students at Coimbra- they looked straight out of Hogwarts with black clothes and cloaks. Batalha was a very small town where we spent a night. The monastery was extraordinary.
Carla was excellent. She is a history enthusiast who had a great deal of knowledge and understanding of the history of the people and places we visited. Carla was very well organised, managing a very full itinerary. She booked restaurants for us every evening among many other thoughtful touches. Outstanding
There is quite a lot of walking so wear comfortable shoes. The food is delicious- avoid tight clothes!
A week of walking around Sardinia and learning about the amazing history of the Nuragic people who lived in the area!
Making the steep climb up jagged rocks to arrive at Tiscali to see the remains of a hidden Nuragic village! Seeing the many murals at Orgosolo and eating a simple meal of bread, cheese and wine in a vineyard!
Michele was full of energy and enthusiasm; he certainly kept us on our toes all week! He arranged to drive us around 3 of the smaller villages on his day off which was a lovely day and gives an indication of how committed he was for us to enjoy ourselves!
We have completed 5 European walking holidays now with Exodus and this trip is far more technical than the previous ones by far! Prepare for narrow, stony paths and scrambles over sharp rocks, often in high temperatures but it is well worth the effort for amazing views and a glimpse in to the past!
A well organised tour of this fascinating country. We visited contrasting places -cities, archaeological sites, coastal resorts and National Parks. We saw stunning scenery, and undertook routes that would be difficult to visit independently.
There’s little down-time, but that’s because there’s so much to see!
The meal prepared by the local family - some of the best food we ate. The hotel in Llogora National Park had a lovely surprise.
Artur was fantastic. His pride for his country shines through. He recommended local dishes, arranged bookings in authentic & well priced restaurants, helped with orders & bills. He exceeded normal Group Leader duties. Our driver Diu was great too, always smiled, impressively navigated the winding roads, and took some brilliant photographs. Artur & Diu definitely enhanced our holiday experience, and provided some lovely surprises along the way!
Pack lightly - you will be packing & unpacking most days. Take layers - it can be chilly in the morning & night, especially in the mountains. Read up a little on Albania's recent history, it will put the modern day country in to perspective. Don't over order food - portions are often large. If you can, stay an extra night in Kruje at the end of the trip. The hotel has a lovely setting, and Kruje is great to wander around after the day trippers have left.
As an Exodus staff member, walking the Camino de Santiago with Exodus was an unforgettable experience and a truly rewarding journey from start to finish. Each day brought stunning scenery, from rolling countryside and charming villages to historic towns steeped in culture and tradition. The balance of physical challenge, personal achievement, and time to soak up the atmosphere made every stage of the trek special. Sharing the experience with a supportive group of fellow walkers and a knowledgeable local guide added to the sense of camaraderie along the route. Arriving in Santiago de Compostela after days of walking was an incredible moment, filled with pride, reflection, and a real sense of accomplishment. It was a fantastic adventure that combined breathtaking landscapes, rich history, and lasting memories in equal measure.
Arriving at the Cathedral in Santiago de Compostela. Having finished the week-long pilgrimage, it was incredible to see hundreds of people experiencing the same sense of accomplishment for all different reasons.
Raul was amazing! A Camino veteran having done it multiple times over the last 30 years, Raul was able to make the group appreciate every step of the trek. This is the first trip I've done where it felt like our leader was doing the itinerary for more than just their job, Raul had a deep emotional connection to the Camino and helped others in the group find that as well.
Bring different footwear! With 6 back-to-back days of walking, it is a good idea to swap your shoes a couple of times in order to avoid blisters. Also, make sure to pack your waterproofs. Galicia has it's own little micro-climate and even though we went in August, it rained every day.
From city life, Arabic culture, religious stories historically told through to truly ancient artefacts and sites. Breathtaking in every step.
The peace and serenity in wadi rum both day and night. Or Petra. Or mount nebo…… difficult to choose one!
Amer was simply outstanding - his knowledge on cultural, historical, political and religious context combined with expert and often humorous story telling.
This country is friendly, peaceful, safe and welcoming. It’s history is some of the worlds oldest and best preserved. You will return nourished and amazed.