Most Inspirational Moment
It was all good
Thoughts on Group Leader
Very good
Advice for Potential Travellers
Do not go in mid summer. Too Hot
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Uzbekistan
A very good experience
Picos de Europa
Excellent holiday. The challenging week was – well challenging! – but very satisfying too. The walks were varied, thro’ amazing scenery with wildlife – butterflies, birds, geckos etc – not to mention cows and horses. A stunningly beautiful area.
Hotel good – excellent packed lunches and dinners. Very friendly.
Most Inspirational Moment
Difficult to choose. The Cares Gorge was what I'd been looking forward to and was breathtaking.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Alvado really understood how to be a good leader. He knew the area well, he recognised whenever someone needed an extra bit of support, he had an excellent sense of humour and could laugh at himself too!
Cycling the Camino de Santiago
A fantastic trip in beautiful scenery from mountains to vineyards. The guide was amazing (Jose) endless knowledge and tireless in answering our questions, helping out and generally great company. The ride was challenging in parts, but overall manageable, with plently of stops for coffee.
Most Inspirational Moment
Arriving at the top of a 12 km climb to the view from O Cebreiro. A beautiful old stone village with cobbled streets and awesome views across the mountains. Well worth the pain of the climb in 31 degree heat
Thoughts on Group Leader
Jose was fantastic, tireless and very patient. He was great company in the evenings and certainly knew the best places to eat. He seems still really enthusiatic and passionate about the tour and the region, despite having done it many times before.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Make sure you have general all round fitness, but if you go steady you should manage it. Also dont eat a three course meal at lunch and then try to bike up a big hill!!
Walking in Cappadocia
A great trip in the most extraordinary landscape. Challenging but doable for the not so young or fit ! Very comfortable family run hotel in a quiet village.
Most Inspirational Moment
Hard to say as it was all most enjoyable. I felt a sense of achievement every day as I was considerably less fit than most of my group but I still got there in the end! I was really pleased to see so many wild flowers despite being told that the spring flowers were over.
Thoughts on Group Leader
He was extremely knowledgeable about all aspects of his country and had a thorough knowledge of the paths and tracks in the area in which we were walking. He very capably juggled our itinerary to cope with at times difficult weather conditions, making sure that we were safe and did not miss any of the highlights, and in fact adding a few extras.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Wet weather gear! We had some torrential rainstorms but were always conveniently nearby local cafés !
Inca Trail and the Amazon Rainforest
Amazing trip which packs in so much in two weeks it’s hard to believe. From the brilliant amazon to the truly stunning inca trail.
Most Inspirational Moment
Quite a few, playing football in the amazon was good and watching the sunset on the island in lake Titicaca were great, but the third day of the inca trail walking through the mountains was something else.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Wilfredo was a brilliant fella who never found anything to much trouble, knowledgeable and always approachable. Even taking the time on his free day in Cusco to show us around.
Advice for Potential Travellers
This is a once in life time trip, just go (also wet wipes come in handy camping for four days )
Walking in Cappadoccia
Probably a day too long – walks were not varied enough to support so many days. Guide was good. Evening food was fine, altho the menu was almost always the same. Picnic lunch one day was a nice variation. Green Hotel was not really up to 3 star standard, rooms were good size but were rather basic. Breakfasts at the hotel were very basic and not 3 star standard. Hotel staff were attentive and tried to help when asked for assistance. Bus was good and comfortable.
Most Inspirational Moment
The Cathedral on t he second last day. Also the gorge on the same day - sorry cant remember names.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Fine. Knowledgeable and related well to the group. Gave an interesting summary of Turkish history to help us relate to the caves and their eras, altho probably went on a bit too long about it. Organized meals well and gave sufficient prior information so we knew what was intended. Was flexible, rearranging the walks to make them more sensible. Guide waited for tail end walkers to catch up occasionally, but then didnt pause to allow them to rest but started immediately.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Worth advising potential travellers that many paths have gravel making them slippery on downslopes. Need to take walking poles. Definitely need hats and sunburn cream becuase of heat in June.
Walking the Fjords
This is a trip with some cultural content for walkers who are capable of hiking up hills and walking for between 4-6 hours a day. The scenery is stunning.
Most Inspirational Moment
This is a difficult question. I think probably walking across a high plateau, and seeing snow capped mountains in the distance.
Thoughts on Group Leader
The group leader was excellent. He had a deep love of his home; an encyclopaedic local knowledge; and knew much of his country's history as well. He adjusted the programme according to the weather, and other factors.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Do this holiday if you are something of a hiker who can climb hills on rocky paths. Do not do this holiday if you only walk in towns or in parks, and do not have a decent degree of fitness.
Hot and sticky in Cuba
Fascinating visit to super country
Most Inspirational Moment
Getting off the bike at the end! Seriously no one particular moment stands out, it is a great place to visit, lots of new experiences and unusual to still see a society being run on socialist principles.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Our leader was very hard working, funny and also passionate about his country. He was on duty about 16 hours a day and generally all the eating places, re-fuel stops and hotel arrangements ran very well. Where they did not, this was usually outside of his control. This was his first bike for a long time and he was a little unfit maybe -but so was I....
Advice for Potential Travellers
Leave you pre-conceptions at home as Cuba will suprise and amaze you. It is generally very safe and the people are very friendly. The food can be quite dire with limited choice and tedious. This is changing and will only improve. There is tons of excellent fresh fruit, and most places do a great mojito. Take some drink supplements to add to the water, insect repellant, plenty of sun cream and £ sterling to change. Prices are very cheap by european standards. The hotels are generally the best in each town and most are in restored colonial era style buildings. Don't eat in the Havana hotel, there are better options locally.
Reply from Exodus
We are glad that Nigel found the trip to be fascinating and that he found Cuba to be a super country. We were concerned to learn, however, that Nigel felt uncomfortable with the way in which the animals were treated at the crocodile farm. The idea behind Guama crocodile farm at the Bay of Pigs is that they are preserving a species which is in danger of extinction (crocodylus rhombifer, or Cuban Crocodile) and this is why we pay a brief visit to the farm with our groups when passing through the region. The natural habitat of the species is now reduced to the Zapata Swamp and on Isla de la Juventud. In response to your feedback, we shall stop visiting immediately and investigate the claims with our local partners. Adam Roberts – Product Manager for Cuba
A great experience in a stunning part of Europe
Great trip for those who like a well rounded experience in a stunning part of Italy. You will experience great hikes along Italy’s stunning north western coastline, with the charm and sophistication of the small villages and resort towns. If you like good food and wine you’re in for a treat.
Most Inspirational Moment
Great blend of amazing natural beauty alongside some of the most picturesque Italian coastline with gastronomical delights.
Thoughts on Group Leader
The group leader was really passionate about this region and all it had to offer.
Advice for Potential Travellers
You need a reasonable level of fitness and if travelling in the warmer months make sure you're well prepared to hydrate and protect yourself from the sun.
Mont Blanc Circuit
Great way to undertake this classic long distance Alpine trek.
Most Inspirational Moment
Fighting the snow and biting wind on the high passes in July. Be prepared for cold weather. Also the amazing view from the 3842m Aiguille du Midi cable car. Highly recommended if you have good weather.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Both Nick (mountain guide) and Tom (camp manager) were excellent. Very knowledgeable, full of enthusiasm and great company.
Advice for Potential Travellers
The descents are really hard on your knees. Take knee supports and trekking poles if you have a history of knee problems.