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4.7 out of 5

Julia Elvin

Reviewed February 2015

Cycle Kerela and Tropical India

Our first time to India and the country just blew us away. We enjoyed all of the cycling including that which at first sight seemed impossible. Once you understand how the Indian’s drive you will love it! India is a densely populated country and half the fun of cycling here is to participate along with motor bikes carrying whole families, tuk tuks, oxen carts and random cows horses and other livestock – not to mention the legions of smiling school children who all rush out to high five you. Unusual obstacles including unmarked speed bumps, wheat being spread over the road to thresh it, impromptu religious celebrations and wedding processions all add to the fun.

Most Inspirational Moment

Well a 25 mile downhill through truly spectacular scenery takes a bit of beating but I was also moved by the little Syrian church of St Thomas (the doubting apostle) where there has reputedly been a church since 50AD. I loved the enthusiasm for all religious activity. I noticed in one church that Mary's customary blue dress had been replaced with a dayglo pink sari. My husband also took me for a romantic dinner in the beautiful courtyard garden of the Old Harbour Hotel Cochin......highly recommended!!!

Thoughts on Group Leader

Saffi was a lovely kind caring guide as indeed were the whole team.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Yes. If you enjoy a drink after your efforts and don't want to drink beer buy your favourite tipple at the airport. Alchohol in its various forms can be tricky to get hold of! Take your flip flops because some bathrooms are a bit grubby. Do loads of reading up on the places you will visit before you go and take your own guide book. No-one minded us wearing Lycra shorts despite formal advice to the contrary.

Martin Law

Reviewed February 2015

Winter hike

Overall this was a very good holiday in a beautiful country with some lovely people.

Most Inspirational Moment

Getting to the top of mount toubkal, we were so lucky to have fantastic clear blue sky's and the views were truly amazing

Thoughts on Group Leader

Due to the size of the group we had two group leaders and two assistant leaders all four of them were very nice and keen to help

Advice for Potential Travellers

This is tough so I would recommend training well. Also take a book or some cards as the nights can start to drag on.

Clive Smith

Reviewed February 2015

Moroccan Fun

First trip to Morocco – third with Exodus – This trip was one of the best I’ve been on – compares to any place on the planet for beauty – rocky trails superb and challenging – great hotels and great group – Liz was the best guide I’ve ever had (in 30 years of trips) – I’d do this trip again and again.

Most Inspirational Moment

Descending through the villages - riding past the smiling people

Thoughts on Group Leader

Fantastic - best ever

Advice for Potential Travellers

Come and do it

Paul Hicks

Reviewed February 2015

Cycling Cuba

A well organised trip with a lovely group of fellow travellers

Most Inspirational Moment

Seeing the way Cuban people live and how committed they are to the country despite the hardships they face daily.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Laz our group leader was exceptional in that he was exteremely knowledgable and nothing was too much trouble.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Cycling generally moderate with really just one tough day.

Janet Carr

Reviewed January 2015

Trails of Vietnam

When I decided on going to Vietnam, I wanted an holiday that was active, but being a female in her early fifties nothing too demanding. This was perfect walking through local villages at the beginning of the tour to cycling towards the end. With Kayaking at Ha Long Bay in between.
This was a holiday that I will never forget, you are busy from day one to the end even when you haven’t got an active day you will be up early traveling to your next adventure. Because that was what it was 2 weeks full of all different adventures.

Most Inspirational Moment

Not sure you can pick just one out, Kayaking at Ha Long Bay the boat we stayed on was like being on a five star cruise ship only smaller, the food and service was perfect. Cycling along the Mekong Delta (Even through cycling isn't my forte). Cycling along the single track paths going over all the little bridges was great, pity my bum didn't feel the same. Walking along the Paddy field manoeuvring through the narrow paths without falling in the mud was very funny. Tunnels in Saigon. Last but certainly not least SHOPPING in Hoi An, made to measure cloths was a delight, good job we was only there 2 days or I would have had to buy another suitcase.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Thanh was our group leader, he was brilliant, he was a always on hand to help and advise the group, we was a group of 11 people, he arranged restaurants for all our meals when not included in the holiday after consultation with the group. Even though I am the most fussy eater ever he made sure they prepared a meat free meal for me. The group of 11 was friendly, Thanh became part of the group, joking and laughing along with everybody, but always staying very professionals. I would like to thank him for all his advice and making our holiday a success.

Advice for Potential Travellers

If you have a reasonable fitness this holiday will be perfect, at time it can challenge you, I struggled with the cycling where others thought the walking was hard, but overall it is well worth it.

Keith Young

Reviewed January 2015

Patagonia Highlights 2015

A very good holiday about as far away from the grey British winter as it is possible to get. But the weather was much better than I was expecting- sunshine almost every day and very little rain.

Most Inspirational Moment

Being among the Southern Andes in good weather. or Standing on the water front in Ushuaia watching the sun go down - without being cold...

Thoughts on Group Leader

Very good. Never seemed to be in any trouble or under stress and even seemed to be enjoying himself most of the time.

Advice for Potential Travellers

The two day walks which are part of the itinerary of the trip (Mount Fitzroy and Torres Del Paine) both involve significant climbs, but are well worth the effort. Very limited time in Buenos Aires if you use the group flight

Sharon GRAHAM

Reviewed January 2015

Discover Costa Rica

This was an action packed trip, with moving every couple of days an improvement on the one night only trips I have done in the past. You have the opportunity to see as much of the country as possible, yes it rains but you are visiting rain and cloud forest. We where very lucky seeing some amazing sightings (the list was eight pages long – birds, animals, insects, reptiles, plants and trees – and that was not complete there was much more). Hotel catering was good were we availed ourselves, the driver safe and proud of his vehicle as well as being good fun and a good dancer and our guide was outstanding – his knowledge, honesty, humour, sightings but equally the obvious care he had for us – his guests.

Most Inspirational Moment

Seeing the Resplendent Quetzal - in the hotel grounds at 6am. Seeing all four monkey species and both sloth.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Antionio had bountiful knowledge, openness and honesty, an appropriate sense of humour, the ability to maximise out experience with the sightings but equally he demonstrated that he cared for us - his guests.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Remember when you are up at altitude don't expect your body to work as well. Be prepared for a sleepless nights as you listen to the sounds of the forest - monkey's across our roof, frogs croaking and the sound of rain. All very soothing.

Mark Roberts

Reviewed January 2015

Trails of New Zealand

The holiday exceeded our expectations and in the main the Trip Notes accurately reflected the details of the holiday (see below). A fantastic holiday.

Most Inspirational Moment

There really was not only one inspirational moment. The entire holiday was inspirational for different reasons - spectacular scenery; friendly / clean country which appeared to be devoid of litter; interesting culture / history which has been impacted so much by the european settlers; the several planned walks / treks that had been arranged as part of the holiday together with the evening spent on the boat at Milford Sound.

Thoughts on Group Leader

There were two guides on the Trip - Ian Douglas and Helen Tait. They complemented each other very well with both adding detailed commentary / background of the country that equated to their area of expertise. They were both very patient, encouraging and helpful especially with suggestions for possible activities at approaching destinations.

Advice for Potential Travellers

There were some inaccuracies in the Trip Notes that came to light during the trip. 1. Some of the hotels were marked as BH (Basic Hotels) when in fact the 'hotels' (motels) were some of the best hotels at which we stayed during the Trip because of their location and facilities e.g. Queenstown, Wanaka and Mount Cook for example. This incorrect or misunderstood classification may have had the effect of dissuading people interested in the Trip from booking. 2. The details of the holiday on the Web include a picture of one of the activities where travellers could walk on the Fox Glacier. This is in fact not correct as the only way to do this is by paying for a helicopter to land on the Glacier - there was insufficient time available within the day's schedule to take up this opportunity . The day's activity is to walk from the car park to the face of the glacier where conditions allow. Unfortunately with our Trip, as it had been raining heavily, the Park Rangers had cordoned off the path because of the danger of rock falls.

Robiah Goehtz

Reviewed January 2015

Ruby Goehtz

If you are a keen cyclist than this trip is for you as its one of the most challenging ride in India. The distance covered most days are long and the terrain itself is formidable. The rating for this trip should be C/D because of the many stretches of the uphills !! Also the road and traffic conditions can be a nightmare but its doable.

Most Inspirational Moment

The boat trip in Kerala is my highlight.

Thoughts on Group Leader

The whole team we had was excellent. Shaker our leader is efficient, he is innovative,always cheerful and has very good knowledge of the region. He has proven himself to be a true gem for the company and because of his leadership, most of us have many happy memories to take home with us. Aby, his deputy is a young man with plenty of potential. He has been a great help to us all,always the encourager when we are about to give up. He works well with Shaker and they both work well togather. Franklin, our driver is a gem. He is very caring and never have to be told what to do. Always ahead in providing water, bananas and energy biscuits etc to make sure we have the energy to go on!!! His initiative is his plus point.Also he works quietly behind the scene everyday to provide us with enough to hydrate us in the hot weather. All in all a perfect team that works well togather.