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4.7 out of 5

Reviewed June 2011

PHOTOGRAPHIC SAFARI

Another great photographic safari. This was supposedly the "low" season – there is no low season in the Mara. The sightings, photographic opportunities and general experience are as good as the peak season. Everyone involved as always puts everything into making the trip a success. If you haven’t been on one of these trips you are missing out.

Most Inspirational Moment

At this time of year (June) the scenery is fantastic with long golden grasslands combined with fresh green short grass. On this trip we saw an abundance of Leopards and seeing 3 together in the same tree was amazing. However probably the most awe inspiring was the storm clouds that amassed on our last evening. They were like something from an apocalyptic movie with black storm clouds on one side and clear skies on the other (and we avoided most of the massive downpour that followed).

Thoughts on Group Leader

As always inspirational, demanding and does everything to make the trip and your photography a success

Advice for Potential Travellers

Book it asap

Reviewed June 2011

CROSS-COUNTRY SKIING: DOBBIACO

A wonderful all-round experience amongst the glorious scenery of the Dolomites . I just keep going back ! ( Is it 8 or 9 times now ? )

Most Inspirational Moment

The descent down the old military road after lunch at 2000 metres .

Thoughts on Group Leader

Albert , whom I have known over several ski trips , was his usual friendly competent self ; easy to get on with , well organised and delightful company . David ( who led the other group and was also well known to me ) was equally so .

Advice for Potential Travellers

Look forward to a great holiday with a superb variety of ski days under good leaders and a comfortable stay in a friendly family - owned hotel .

Reviewed June 2011

WALKING IN ANDALUCIA

A fabulous holiday. Cortijo Rosario has very friendly welcoming staff and fabulous food. The walks are lovely and although we had unusually hot weather (even for June), we enjoyed every moment.

Most Inspirational Moment

Hard to decide between the last two days as both walks were in the hills with stunning views. Perhaps the walk to the El Chorro Gorge just gets top spot, particularly as we finished the afternoon with a swim in the lake opposite the King's summer residence!

Thoughts on Group Leader

Fantastic, could not have been better!

Advice for Potential Travellers

If you go in June, take lots of sun block!

Reviewed June 2011

CLASSIC DOLOMITES

At first I did wonder if, in my haste, I had chosen the wrong trip…I desperately needed a rest and the itinerary seemed packed. However, there was time for both, I had a day to myself in the wonderfully relaxing Hotel Adler and when I was ready to walk the pace was ideal. In the end I was sad to leave so early.

Most Inspirational Moment

In terms of the trip itinerary then the final days walk up to Monte Piano and the stunning views from the top, however, a lazy afternoon walk around a balmy Villabassa, the tranquility of the park, the green mountains against an azure blue sky and the beautiful dome of the church were just as fulfilling.

Thoughts on Group Leader

I've lead groups before and what impressed me were the little things, a very experienced walker and leader, always making sure the pace was right which can only come from experience. Very knowledgeable and approachable and someone you'd have total confidence in, in terms of walking up a mountain.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Walking poles, I've fell walked for years and never used any but did buy some locally and they made a huge difference. Would also thoroughly recommend the crazy golf and funbob at Innichen for a day off.

Reviewed June 2011

WALKING IN THE WESTERN DOLOMITES

A really great holiday with varied scenary which was fantastic. A great area for walking.

Most Inspirational Moment

The fantastic views from the summits and passes in the mountains.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Albert was a fantastic group c leader. He took account of weather conditions to plan the best walk for each day with alternatives if weather conditions dictated. Every day was a great walk with different scenary and fantastic wild flowers and several marmot sitings.

Advice for Potential Travellers

We really enjoyed the walking in this area and the hotel was great. We really enjoyed the food and used the pool and leisure facilities each evening which were great after a hard days walking

Reviewed June 2011

CLASSIC DOLOMITES

– Location : Beautiful, magnificient views during the walk.

Most Inspirational Moment

Getting lost while mountain biking on the day off my walking holiday. I somehow ended up on the walking track and struggled to ride up (actually push the bike up two thirds of the way to the top of Putzalm. It started to rain soon after I reached the top and I had a white knuckle ride down the wet mountain track as I nearly flipped the bike over a couple of times due to the steepness of the descent.I am more of a biking holiday type, but I still enjoyed my walking holiday.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Terrible taste in music, we all had to listen to the Macdonalds/Pizza hut/KFC song everyday on our way to and back from the walks in the Exodus van. For my trip mates having withdrawal symptons (especially IAN) the link to the song is below... enjoyhttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MTaJ7fmH9qE

Advice for Potential Travellers

- Put plenty of sunscreen, especially on your lips. The sun is deceptive strong in the cool mountain air.

Reviewed June 2011

WALKING IN ANDALUCIA

Walking in Andalucia is a magical holiday. Wonderful walks with amazing views and wildlife. Fantastic food and hospitality at the Cortijo run by Anne and Bill who’s philosophy of ‘my house is your house’ is exemplified throughout by all the staff.

Most Inspirational Moment

Walking in the Grazalema Mountains over to the village of Benaocaz. Vultures nesting only metres away almost sharing our lunch! A walk we didn't want to end. Standing on the cliffs high above El Chorro Gorge and just watching the scenery, followed by swimming in the turquoise green waters of the King's lake at the end of another perfect day in paradise.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Alejandro was a fantastic leader. Although new to Spain he had learnt a wealth of information about the area. He was a brilliant guide giving meticulous walking information. He was interested in all the wild life and knew an amazing amount about it. Above all he has a superb sense of humour and was really good fun to be with. We all had a great week.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Take a good back pack and water bottles if going in summer months. We found sticks really useful.

Reviewed June 2011

CYCLE CILENTO & AMALFI

This is my third trip with Exodus and it was well organised as usual. It was great combining sight seeing with fantastic cycling routes along the coast with stunning views all the way through. Topped it up with some relaxing moments sampling Italian food and drink with a superb guide and fellow riders. Fabulous!

Most Inspirational Moment

Quite eyeopening to share the narrow windy roads with some rather skillful drivers who were actually quite friendly despite my previous impression of mad Italian drivers. Also findig out that our super fit cycling guide Lieven is a professional archaeologist who turned out to be our guide to the ancient Greek Temples at Paestum and our volunteered walking tour guide on our free day!

Thoughts on Group Leader

Absolutely fantastic - knowledgeable and responsible. He looked after us in all aspects in great detail -interpreter, menu translator, mechanics, navigator, road marker, shopper, tour guide for historic sights, gardens and even trekking guide for free.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Accept there are ups and downs and that is the price to pay for beautiful scenery. Worth bringing your own snacks as you may not get what you are used to but no shortage of nice coffee and smooth icecream of you are fine with those. The bike condition is good so it is not a big deal if you dont bring your own saddle or pedal but worth doing so to give you the extra comfort. Waterproof is important as weather around hills and coast is unpredictable.

Reviewed June 2011

CYCLE CILENTO & AMALFI

Amalfi coast is one of the most dramatic coastline in the world and this well organised Exodus Trip will guide you on bike along the coastal road all the way to the end (Termini). There are great do-able climbs, long descents, fantastic scenery, great food, great temples and most beautiful gardens – i.e. just about perfect!

Most Inspirational Moment

The coast ride from Amalfi and seeing Positano after a climb was amazing. If you love long fast descent, then the descent into Maiori is something that will you will not forget.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Lieven is highly organised and easy going. He always managed to get us to great cafe stops (and I love those nice Italian Expresso); great little village lunch stops (which he will guide us on little walks round those pretty, narrow steep streets) and his archaelogy training really came to its own when he guided us round Paestum. He even spent the free day with us on a walk from Ravello down to Amalfi and visited the most perfect Italian Gardens which was most memorable. He is also a great cyclist and can outclimb all of us!

Advice for Potential Travellers

We had great weather in June but did have an occasional shower so don't forget your waterproof (that the van can carry for you and you may not need to use at all). The bikes are good and modern but I like having my own SPD pedals and saddles which are very quick to fit. Oh - and don't forget that right hand brake lever operate the rear brakes rather than the front brakes (as in the UK).

Reviewed June 2011

TOUR DU MONT BLANC

It was quite an experience circling the Mont Blanc Massif and each day was different. There were a couple of days of easy walking to get your kit settled in and then some real treking.

Most Inspirational Moment

The best day was climbing up to Lac Blanc. It's the busiest part of the route but for good reason, climbing ladders attached to the rockface, seeing Ibex at close quarters, seeing the views of Mont Blanc from the lake and descending into Chamonix all made for a fantastic days trek.

Thoughts on Group Leader

We were in safe hands with Graham. He knew so much about the different routes and the best way to go and he managed to challenge everyone in the group by adding in extras.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Travel as light as you can because you'll be carrying your kit and there are plenty of places on route to get fresh water or drinks.

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