Your Words – We tell it like it is! Holiday Reviews by previous Exodus travellers
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Marion Watkinson
Reviewed June 2019
Tour of epic proportions
The only criticism of the trip was that a number of hotels which were a good standard and a wide variety of styles and locations had very poor breakfasts of mainly cakes and issues with the rooms. Plumbing problems air con not switched on and difficult to control. One hotel set in a cave was wonderfully appointed in an ultra modern style but the toilet flush was problematic and plaster dropped all over the floor and beds and our hair and faces due to the damp. More attention to detail is needed on the part of management. I was very pleased overall and the tour certainly lived up to expectations in all other respects. This is a very expensive tour and difficult to justify but I loved all the places we went to and would certainly go back for more.
Most Inspirational Moment
Hard to say as it’s all so inspirational but probably the mosaics and the engineering achievements in construction of the temples and villas. The museums offered a staggering array of artefacts especially the one housing the Morgantina findings. Sadly a grass fire prevented us from seeing the site itself but do go on this optional visit if you can.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Mileena was passionate and knowledgable about all aspects of the tour. A geologist by profession and a highly experienced tour organiser. A real gem of a guide which was all I had hoped for from Exodus and the reason I chose this tour over other companies offering cheaper options.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Yes. June was not the best choice for sightseeing as it was unbearably hot but good for the beach visits if you have time. Mileena advised that November could be good for both activities but the weather is so unpredictable so difficult to generalise. There are many steps to visit the baroque churches in tour but hop on hop off buses and land trains can get you to see most places if you have trouble with knees and feet. You need incredible stamina for this tour but no more than most Exodus trips. I found it easier than my previous excursion to the Greek islands last year rated grade 1 and this was grade 2.
Hazel Baughan
Reviewed June 2019
TVR190615
Super well organised, fabulous walks, stunning scenery, great guides and all round awesome trip.
Most Inspirational Moment
The last day trekking going over the big pass after a long and steep climb.
Thoughts on Group Leader
He was brilliant, very friendly, very knowledgeable and supportive throughout
Advice for Potential Travellers
Take insect repellent!!!!
Caroline Robinson
Reviewed June 2019
Fabulous walking
Great leader, Liz Proctor, fabulous walks in great scenery. Good hotel with great food.
Most Inspirational Moment
Walking up the Tre Cime
Thoughts on Group Leader
Liz Proctor was brilliant. Informative, friendly, personable and helpful.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Make sure you have done some walking beforehand as you'll be on your feet for 6 hours a day. And be prepared to walk up!!
Terry Cole
Reviewed June 2019
Awesome
Our guide Machele and back up driver Andy really looked after us , Michela went the extra mile with the history of Italy 🇮🇹 and Venice the best price wise restaurant , though the weather was extremely hot , looking forward to next year to come back again , thank you Exodus for a awesome holiday . One very happy cyclist 👍🇮🇹🍺🍺🍰🚴🏿💕
Most Inspirational Moment
Awesome place to ride your bike
Thoughts on Group Leader
Michela , went the extra mile to look after everyone looking forward to be on his next guided trip
Advice for Potential Travellers
Tacke extra cycling clothes for wen the weather is hot , , sun cream , drink plenty of water or a hydration tablets in your bottle
Linda Richardson
Reviewed June 2019
Interesting Cultural Trip
A very well balanced trip with visits to UNESCO World Heritage sites, free time to explore our own personal preference areas and introductions to Albanian culture.
Most Inspirational Moment
Exploring and eating local dishes in restaurants with a view in Berat.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Very average actually but I believe this was his first tour for Exodus. He led our tour straight after finishing one for another company and planned to start another group within an hour of ending ours. His timings didn't work out however and we had to have a replacement Tour Leader from the last night and for the final day - our replacement Leader was fanrastic - so professional, spoke excellent English and did extras to make our holiday special.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Be aware that there are more hours of small coach travel than is stated in the write-up. It was lovely to see the countryside though and all travel was broken up with visits to intetesting places.
Sarah Dallinger
Reviewed June 2019
The perfect trip!👌
This was a great trip! It was very well organised and we had a great tour leader in Edvardo. He was personable and very funny.it was a good mixture of leisure and walking. I would thoroughly recommend.
Most Inspirational Moment
Visiting Pompei as I learnt a lot and found it very eye opening
Thoughts on Group Leader
Edvardo was a fabulous group leader. He was funny, down to earth and personable. He was very helpful when organising the free day too.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Take lots of summer clothes if you go in June!! It was so warm!
Make sure you get Edvardo as your leader!
Chose the highlights trip, it is just the right balance between walking and leisure
Bring extra spending money for transport costs.
Jan Biden
Reviewed June 2019
Excellent Trip
Good company, good leaders, good food, good experiences.
Most Inspirational Moment
Seeing the family of sixteen lions playing at the waterhole.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Ronney was excellent. Understated but friendly, worked extremely hard, informative and a very good driver.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Take warm clothing because sleeping in the tents was cold at night in June.
Choong Wah Chu
Reviewed June 2019
The highlights without all the work!
A superb selection of hikes on the Tour, an excellent guide, easy transport to less accessible start/finish points. and a lovely chalet and hosts is an unbeatable introduction to the glories of the Alps. The weather, well, you need a bit of luck. We did, for most of the hikes. Thoroughly recommended.
Most Inspirational Moment
Undoubtedly the views of Mont Blanc from all the angles, whatever the weather. But if I had to choose, it would be the summit of Brevent with full views of the massifs in blazing sunshine over a picnic lunch.
Thoughts on Group Leader
John was excellent! An experienced guide & climber, instruction, information & encouragement all rolled into one.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Previous feedback suggests that this is a Grade 2 or 3. For me, this is definitely a Grade 3 - mostly easy walking, minor huff and puff on sections of some walks.
Sue Kos
Reviewed June 2019
Amazing
My husband and I did this tour for our anniversary and it was better than expected. We experienced local markets, local food and adorable little towns each day. Each hike had very difference scenery too. It’s was surprising. Our guide Isabelle was amazing as well. We called her Mary Poppins because every day she pulled something new out of her nap sac for us to try and it was always local. It was wonderful. She even baked us a cake for our anniversary. The hikes themselves were rated well. There were some inclines that put you slightly out of breath and declines on rocks so you just have to be careful and take your time. But I wouldn’t call this strenuous. We loved it and can’t wait for our next one!
Most Inspirational Moment
When Isabelle pulled a home baked cake from her nap sac for our anniversary
Thoughts on Group Leader
Isabelle was outstanding. She was very kind and patient and knowledgable about the area.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Follow the trip notes and bring everything it recommends. Don’t leave anything out. They are all listed for a reason and we needed it all
Sahara Wutzke
Reviewed June 2019
Coastal views
Portugal is a beautiful country and cycling along its coast felt like I experienced all it’s best parts.
Cycling: This is rated correctly at “moderate” because of the hills. However it is a comfortable “easy” ride for the average fit person. I don’t ride a bike at home and felt this was very doable. I really enjoyed how the cycling increased in time on the bike and pace as the trip progressed. From the first day where we took it easy, stayed together as a group and didn’t go too far a distance, to the last day of rolling hills, go at your own pace (fast or slow) and longer distances. Since you are travelling as a group it is to be expected that sometimes you will be waiting for the last person. But it is nice since, you can have yourself a little snack and coffee while you wait a lot of the time. Plenty of opportunity to take your time or even ride in the support vehicle if you aren’t up for the hill that day. I took advantage once myself of the ‘free’ ride.
The ride is on mostly flat, or rolling, paved bike paths, through forest and coastal towns. We spent little time on roads and if we did they weren’t busy. Since it is a cycling trip the majority of your day is spent on the bike or ‘in transit’. Sightseeing in the towns you stay in is limited but a part of the consistent paced itinerary.
Most Inspirational Moment
We really enjoyed the other travellers in our group. I enjoyed conversations both during the ride and at meals with other travellers from around the world.
Highlight: Picnic lunches!
Thoughts on Group Leader
Alex was an excellent guide, skilled at maintaining a group pace and had great knowledge of Portugal. He gave great directions and appreciated when we wanted to pick up the pace.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Book to stay an extra night in Porto on arrival to see the sites of this beautiful city.
