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4.7 out of 5

Sheena Campbel

Reviewed May 2024

Still on a high

Can’t -it was magic!! So very glad l went.

Most Inspirational Moment

Catching sight of Jan Mayen's sunlit volcano -only briefly visible

Thoughts on Group Leader

Excellent. Capable, effective leadership, he and the captain got us to the best places, given the weather of the day. Have to say, all the expedition staff were great -helpful, knowledgeable. Glad there was a geologist on board!

Advice for Potential Travellers

Be prepared to be flexible -even Exodus can't control nature. I found wristwarmers useful

Suggestions

I gather Norway is planning to impose restrictions on cruise ships -for the wildlife's sake, l'm glad, but if it's top of someone's list (as it was mine) it might be better not to delay this trip

Melissa Hammond

Reviewed May 2024

Architecture Trip and Success with the Tigers

Firstly we had one of the best tiger viewings our guide had seen in awhile. It carried a fresh kill right infront of our truck in the morning and in the afternoon we found a small family of tigers and we watched them Eat and play just a stones throw away from us. This trip takes in so much Beautiful Architecture. Of course there is the Taj Mahal but other less known forts are very impressive, very detailed and much more preserved than I was expecting. I do wish it had more time inside the cities to see more ‘real life’ india. We were bused from hotel door to fort entrance a lot which is the easiest way and probably the best in the heat but you do feel like you miss whats going on around. I would have liked more time to weave the small streets of Jodhpur with the Blue houses and to experience ‘markets’ rather than rest-stop giftshops. This trip was very busy but we covered a lot of areas and you cant help the distance required to get to each one. Bus journeys were long but roads are improving and times are getting quicker. There are plenty of stops, if you are someone who doesnt need to stop these can feel frustrating or like the journeys are longer than necessary but its a group tour and there are always others that appreciate the rest stop – and you have to think of the driver. Meals in hotels were reasonable but restaurants and especially some lunch stops were more expensive than you would expect for India as they were touristy but its probably better than getting unwell, this trip is too busy to be risking that.

Most Inspirational Moment

The tiger viewing in Ranthambore has to be the best thing, it was so special and knowing that sightings are not guaranteed made it even more a highlight. The Taj Mahal, i had always been keen to see it but I struggled to peel myself away from it - it was stunning - not just the building but just how its presented and there is something about it that does feel so special when you are there - we had fab weather too!

Thoughts on Group Leader

Our Guide Manoj was so knowledgeable, extremally passionate about working for Exodus and being a guide. Had a good sense of humour. There is a lot of information to take in and it can be difficult to understand some things but he was very patient and happy to re-explain. Very organised and professional but he did walk quick, if you want to keep taking photos you will be doing a lot of catching up!

Advice for Potential Travellers

You have to go on this expecting the unexpected otherwise you wont enjoy. You have to go with the flow and just accept the country you are in is probably like nowhere you have been before. Be flexible. Expect things in the hotels to not always work - wifi, hairdryer etc. You are not in hotels long enough to worry about its facilities just take them for what they are otherwise its not the right tour for you and you will let little details ruin your holiday. Binoculars for Ranthambore or a camera with a good zoom! Also there are so many different birds in India! Atm withdrawals are the best for cash, most places take card but not everywhere and sometimes the guide will arrange things and you pay him so some cash is needed. Places of worship are only the official places you need to have shoulders and knees covered but it was more comfortable as a women to just have trousers/long skirts on everywhere. Easy shoes to get on and off at temples and socks if you dont want to be bare foot. Take cards/books/download movies - there is a lot of bus time

Suggestions

If internet access regularly is important to you , get an indian sim card at the airport arrivals hall. Expect queues and a long process though and if the transfer bus cant wait for you it might resolve in you getting a taxi to the hotel. I think outside airport its hard if you are not a resident. Wifi is available but cannot be relied on/can be weak/not everyone could connect.

Vivien Newrick

Reviewed May 2024

Scenery, madrassas and monuments

This was a fast paced tour covering many miles. Wonderful scenery, snow capped mountains and desert plains. Lovely walks to mountain waterfalls some still frozen. Glad to see Exodus are including Khiva in the tour now as this was a highlight with its impressive city walls. We enjoyed every part of the trip including the sleeper trains (perhaps not the 3am start.) The Eagle hunter was a highlight. We were in Bukhara for the silk and spice festival and enjoyed the colourful bustle and music. Lots of souvenirs to buy there. Everywhere wonderful decoration and architecture. The cities themselves were surprisingly modern and showed evidence of their Soviet past.

Most Inspirational Moment

At Almaluu yurt camp in the middle of nowhere I had the unbelievable experience of meeting the Kyrgyz lady who actually made the 2 felt rugs I have at home. How amazing is that?! She recognised her designs from my photos. She gave the group an evening workshop on rug making and that was my very special moment.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Vitaly and Dilshod both excellent and informative leaders. Dilshod dealt with a lost passport, lost phone and forgotten rucksack with calm efficiency. And quickly found taxis for the group in torrential rain after the light show in Samarkand.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Have good strong wheels on your suitcase because much walking with your luggage crossing borders and train tracks. Watch the Kyrgyz film 'The Queen of The Mountains' on you tube before you go for some epic history (and you visit her statue.) Felt very safe in all the Stans visited. Raincoat essential. Eating out inexpensive.

Suggestions

Loved the felt and embroidery.

Rinaldo Besate

Reviewed May 2024

Beautiful Country, lovely people and an adventure

So well organised from booking to every aspect of our time in Jordan. Bike ride was sometimes a little hard (some steep hills; for me anyway), but followed by more downhills. We had a crew following us, so no worries about bike equipment. In a small way (as much as you can in a week) we saw and heard about the Jordan culture from our excellent local guide. We saw wonderful sites and heard about their history; experienced the Dead and Red Seas. Highly recommend this trip. Even if you think the cycling is too hard there is help and transport for bits you would rather sit out.

Most Inspirational Moment

I could mention the wonderful sites, walking through the Petra Canyon opening out to a spectacular view of the Petra Treasury; to name one. This was a cycling trip and the cycling on the longest cycling day was tough in the morning (some very steep hills), but the reward was amazing; felt I was flying; the road was that good.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Sami was amazing, his dry wit and knowledge really enhanced our time there. He guided us to some great restaurants and experiences and as a proud Jordanian was able to to give us insight into the culture and life in Jordan. Also a mention to Louis (aka Lloyd) our cycle lead, such an approachable young man.

Advice for Potential Travellers

When I first booked , I thought this was quite a bit of money, but after my experience I thought this was money well spent. Don't be worried if you think the cycling is too much for you there is always transport on hand.

Regina Thomsen

Reviewed May 2024

Cycling in Sicily

Would travel again

Most Inspirational Moment

Ragusa and Noto antica circuit cycle

Thoughts on Group Leader

Excellent

Advice for Potential Travellers

Be prepared to see copious amounts of rubbish on the busy Sicilian Road sides.

Suggestions

I wonder, if it would be possible to reroute part of the cycle routes further inland where there should be less rubbish and traffic.

Sarah Hibbert

Reviewed May 2024

Fantastic cycling trip from Coast to Coast

I had the most amazing time cycling from coast to coast in Italy with Exodus. The scenery was stunning, the rides were very enjoyable, we had the chance to try lots of tasty local food and the group were lovely.

Most Inspirational Moment

Cycling the Amalfi Coast felt pretty surreal! It was absolutely surreal and a pinch-me moment.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Paolo was fabulous - he was very attentive, friendly and gave us a great insight into the local culture.

Advice for Potential Travellers

The e-bikes are great - there’s no need to worry about the range of the battery! If needed, the bikes were charged on lunch breaks too so you need not to fear of running out of charge.

Peter Barrie

Reviewed May 2024

Puglia to Sorrento by e- bike

Great trip.Fantastic staff- leader Paulo, mechanic/driver Raffael and soon to be leader Matteo.Great organisation, good route choice, comfortable hotels and great group of guests( as is usual with Exodus!!)

Most Inspirational Moment

Amalfi coast- stunning scenery

Thoughts on Group Leader

Paulo was brilliant - calm, knowledgeable, loved his country, couldn’t fault him or his team

Advice for Potential Travellers

E- bikes are great so opens up tour to anyone healthy.Road bikes fine on the flat but some longish hills were hard unless very rdgjlar cyclist used to hills!!

Suggestions

Recommend trip, very enjoyable

Jonathan Hood

Reviewed May 2024

Picos de Europa

Great walking in stunning scenery in good weather with a very nice group ; what more fun could there be.

Most Inspirational Moment

Looking back down the gorge

Thoughts on Group Leader

Absolutely first rate. A few more stops for slightly longer to enable older members to catch breath would be helpful on the more strenuous bits. Charming and knowledgeable.

Advice for Potential Travellers

For those less fit or just older I think some of the walks were slightly underrated. A 14 mile trip up a mountain valley is not my idea of a grade 3. However I well appreciate the huge difficulty of grading to suit a very disparate customer base.

Suggestions

I feel that maps showing the various routes available in the locality plus routes proposed to be walked should have been distributed. Particularly useful on the day off which was a bit haphazard. Preferably on paper.

John Cartwright

Reviewed May 2024

A challenging ride made easy - sail up those hills like a pro!

This was the first time that this trip had been run using E-bikes, so everyone was keen to see how the trip would unfold. We were introduced to our bikes on the first evening, and because of a change of hotel we had the opportunity to cycle into Monopoli, and return in the dark after an amazing first meal. When I checked the itinerary I could see that the first two rides were going to be the most challenging in terms of ascent and distance, but I quickly realised that E-bikes are a great leveller. There are four levels of assistance, with turbo being the most powerful. The motor rewards effort, the faster you peddle, the more assistance it gives you, up to its maximum speed – these bikes are not chipped like the delivery cycles that whizz around around our streets bringing takeaways to the masses. Each person in the group decided how much effort to put in, getting up the many hills, but hats off to the one person in the group who rode the whole way on an ordinary bike . . . . and he was not at the back. Respect!! With uphills come downhills, and there were plenty of those. Long sweeping downhills that went on and on. Great fun. We were well fed and watered on this trip, both at lunchtime and in the evenings, and for the most part the weather behaved itself.

Most Inspirational Moment

In terms of inspiring moments - there were many. I'd already been to Matera before, but it is breathtaking. And of course cycling the Amalfi Coast on the last day was stunning, but just a bit too busy for my liking. I preferred the relative tranquility of the towns and villages we cycled through in the heart of the country. I particularly liked the village of Castelmezzano, where you could have a pint in the local bar and watch the world go by, at a snail's pace.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Paolo was our group leader, and his passion for the area stood out. He guided us, with care, through the ever changing landscape, and organised some really nice places to eat in the middle of the rides, and in the evenings too. He looked after us all admirably from start to finish. Grazie mille Paolo.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Providing you have a reasonable level of fitness this should be a very achievable ride. Do not be put off by the ascent and distances involved. Let the E-bike take the strain, so that you can take in all the beautiful scenery. You don't even have to suffer from 'range anxiety', as the batteries are given a top up whilst you nosh at lunchtime. If you're not a regular cyclist then please be advised that some sort of padding for your more delicate areas is a must, particularly during the first few days.

Donna Sheffield

Reviewed May 2024

Great walking holiday learning about the history of North Cyprus along the way

Overall an enjoyable week of walking with a great guide (Gizer) and driver (Omer). The walks were as stated in the trip notes and places visited were definitely well worth the walks. A great group of 11 in total, that definitely helped make the week a lovely break. The hotel Pia Bella is well situated in Kyrenia, with excellent facilities, and the staff were all very helpful. If you enjoy walking and visiting historical sites, this trip is for you.

Most Inspirational Moment

I found the visit to Varosha on our 'free day' really interesting, especially hearing of why it is deserted. The views on the walks are also inspiring, well worth the climbs.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Gizer was a knowledgeable guide providing the group with lots of information on the history of the island, also information on great places to eat and things to see in the locations we visited. Gizer looked after us all, making sure we had what we needed.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Some of the walks are through scrub which can cause scratches etc, so take long trousers with you for those walking days and walking poles if needed, as lots of 'undulations' to navigate. Some of the walks are also quite challenging, but Gizer ensured there were plenty of rest stops along the way.

Suggestions

Euros seemed to be accepted everywhere as well as Turkish Lira. There are also lots of ATMs in places visited, so don't worry about taking lots of cash with you on this trip.

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