Reviews

Most Inspirational Moment

Cannot pick one. Every day I thought that the walks couldn't get better - but they did.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Eduard was a delight. Very knowledgeable and enthusiastic about all thing Mallorcan.

Advice for Potential Travellers

I found poles invaluable. We were lucky with weather but imagine some paths could be slippery in the wet. Layer up if you go early or late season, the wind can be quite cold higher up.

Suggestions

One of the best weeks walking I have experienced.

Most Inspirational Moment

Mallorca was a complete surprise........what a fabulous island.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Eduard made the holiday. Very passionate about the Island. He organised the walks, picnics, dinner, transportation etc etc. Everything ran very smoothly.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Watch out for red wine at dinner.......after 6 days, my liver is feeling the effects.

Suggestions

One of the best holidays I have ever been on.

Most Inspirational Moment

My favourite walks were from the Puerto Soller base. The walk to Cala Tuent on the transfer day was my favourite capped off with a very refreshing swim in the sea. The mountain walks were well worth the ascent with stunning views.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Edward was great, good fun, very informative and well organised. His good contacts everywhere ensured we were well looked after. There is very little he doesn't know about olives.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Don't be put off by the second walk. It is the hardest on paper but the ascent was made easier by very good gradual paths

Suggestions

Our hotel in Puerto Soller was changed from Eden Nord to Eden. This was not a problem as the Eden is a very nice hotel and situated right on the sea front. At Lluc, Ernesto at the farthest café/bar, the other side of the car park was very hospitable and provided 2 wonderful very good value meals during our stay.

Most Inspirational Moment

Coastal walk on transfer day to Lluc.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Unique. Very knowledgeable and informative. Very good organisational skills.

Most Inspirational Moment

Every walk was awesome and than was down to Edward and his knowledge of the island, of the fauna and flora and of the super views.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Awesome

Advice for Potential Travellers

It makes a difference if your fit, and good at walking on rocky paths and up mountains, and lots of them....

Suggestions

The choice of accommodation is questionable. Bizarre but we was upgraded for the first half, which was questionable as that was 2/3 star and a hostel on the second half.... with very little to do or eating opportunities, so bring along a good book.

Most Inspirational Moment

I really enjoyed walking each day in amongst amazing mountain scenery and then finishing each day off with a swim in the Mediterranean. Our traditional Mallorcan picnic lunches were also a highlight, with Eduard providing different supplies each day to expose us to a wide variety of Mallorcan cheeses, meats and vegetables. Most days involved a hike in the mountains with a chance to wander around a different village. I also enjoyed the couple of stops for fresh juice and delicious cakes.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Eduard was an exceptional leader. His deep knowledge of the history of Mallorca along with all sorts of fascinating information on the local flora and fauna made each walk all the more interesting. He was friendly and sensitive and his passion for this island was evident throughout the tour.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Make sure you are fit enough for a moderate grade. Initially I expected the pace to be a little slower and was concerned about managing, but as the ascents became steeper, Eduard slowed the pace accordingly. I found the walk on day 2 quite challenging and I believe a few others did too.

Suggestions

My only disappointment was that we ran out of time to swim at Cala Deia. I also felt we had too much spare time at Lluc monastery on the last day. I understand that this was probably due to plane times but , I would have preferred to head off first thing in the morning. My only recommendation might be to leave a little earlier each day, to give us more time in the afternoons to explore the villages we visited. Oh, we were lucky to be in the motel at Puerto Soller right on the beach....I understand that this is not the usual hotel. This hotel was in a fantastic position and would recommend that this is used all the time.

Most Inspirational Moment

Reaching the summit of Puig d'en Galileu on day 7. It was a steep but rapid ascent and I thought it was a suitable and rewarding way of ending the trip on a high peak. 

Thoughts on Group Leader

Eduard is a highly experienced, genuine and caring tour leader. He was dedicated to providing the best experience he can whilst we were on the trip. His light-hearted humour made the trip very enjoyable!

Advice for Potential Travellers

Bring loose change with you for freshly squeezed orange/lemon juice served at farmhouses. Sa Fonda restaurant, 5 minutes from Lluc monastery serves excellent food. The restaurant provides free wi-fi (wi-fi access is payable at the monastery).Buy 5L of water from nearby shops around Puerto Soller. It is much cheaper (approximately 1 euro) then buying small bottles and more environmentally friendly.  

Most Inspirational Moment

Getting to the top of our first major peak on the second day. Having a swim in the Med on the fourth day after a coastal walk with excellent views, especially as this was October 30th.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Eduard was a very good leader. We always felt safe with him and he kept us all together when it was necessary. His enthusiasm for his local island was endless.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Pack your swimming costume. When at the Lluc monastery take a good book to read during the free time in late afternoon. Also at Lluc, try to eat your evening meal at Ernesto's restaurant at the top of the car-park - the one with the blue and white awning. If the group is of sufficient number, he can be persuaded to put on a gourmet meal at a very reasonable price.

Suggestions

We benefited from a hotel change and ended up on the promenade at Puerto Soller in Hotel Eden. Exodus should try to use this hotel in future.

Most Inspirational Moment

Seeing eagles and vultures soaring above us, and did I mention the views? Stunning. Lake District limestone walking with sunshine! Oh and the lunches - fantastic.

Thoughts on Group Leader

We had a fantastic group leader - local and extremely knowledgeable. I trusted his knowledge and guidance completely, and felt totally at ease in his group.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Sturdy boots and a good head for heights.

Most Inspirational Moment

Seeing Port do Soller lit up at night from our bedroom window - and again in the early morning sunshineStaying at Lluc Monastery in the middle of the mountainsEnjoying authentic Majorcan picnics on our walks, provided by our wonderful guide

Thoughts on Group Leader

Edouard was a fantastic guide. He was sensitive to the needs of everyone in the (large) group, and very safety conscious without being overly cautious. He was also great company, good at speaking English and a mine of fascinating information about all things Majorcan.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Take the temperature advice with a bit of a pinch of salt. I expected temps of c20F but in fact it was usually significantly hotter than this and in the upper 20s, almost - but not quite - too hot for comfortable walking, even in October/November! I blame global warming!

Suggestions

This was a wonderful holiday. My only reservation was having to stay in a less than perfect (and very noisy) hotel, the first 2 nights in Port de Soller, away from the majority of the group. It was great to move to their hotel on the 3rd day. However, I gather this was because I (we) had booked very late and it was the only hotel available - and we were a maximum size group, so this is understandable. My advice would be to book early!