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Wonderful scenery and great guide

Our first time in Albania and we loved it. Temperature in late September was warm but comfortable, especially by the coast. Roads felt safe – good surfaces and considerate drivers. Armand, our guide, was knowledgeable, funny and very hard-working. He and Rogens really looked after us. The first day’s cycling was hard but the two easier days meant I was confident to manage the Llogara Pass on the final day. Our group was very friendly and had great laughs along the way.

Most Inspirational Moment

Lunch at Ana’s Taverna on the road near Çarçovë: the best food of the trip. Ana and her son made us feel really welcome and brought dish after dish of delicious home-grown, home-cooked food, finished with amazing honey cake.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Brilliant. Armand shared his passion for his country and made sure everyone was safe and enjoyed themselves. No detail was too small.

Advice for Potential Travellers

We had an extra day in Tirana at the start and two days in Berat at the end of our trip, which I highly recommend. Travelling by bus takes some getting used to: bus terminals seem to be on the outskirts of cities, so you need to factor in getting a local bus or taxi into the centre. Check the destination carefully. You’ll also need Lek, as the bus drivers we met weren’t keen on making change for €20 notes.

Cycling in Albania

Quality bikes, good support, well organized, decent hotels

Most Inspirational Moment

(1) Llogara pass was amazing (2) Days 2 and 3 Barmash Pass and Carshove/Benje were the most beautiful and least congested (traffic) (3) Gjirokastra was a great stop (and the Hotel Kastro was one of my favorite hotels) (4) the hotel Naos in Radhima Beach had the best breakfast, great pizzas, location, great way to end the trip! (5) the way that the guide organized and kept track of our purchases was very helpful; (6) visit to ruins at Butrint

Thoughts on Group Leader

Well organized, met all the various needs of our group (including those of one of us when he was no longer able to ride due to an accident), very personable and always helpful and reachable and responsive, consistently went above and beyond in terms of organizing and participating in social dinners, etc. Great with organizing/managing expenses for snacks and coffee!

The Best!

This was my 12th Exodus cycling trip and this was one of the most fantastic!
The countryside and mountains are among the most beautiful in Europe.
Our group leader was outstanding, taking care of our many different needs and organising some of the best meals we’ve had.
Brilliant cycling on amazing roads, guided by the best leader, Armando

Most Inspirational Moment

Many - stunning scenery, mountain springs, bird songs, wild flowers, donkeys, goats, sheep and horses Great fun with a lovely bunch of cyclists.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Armando was the best leader I've experienced. Enthusiastic, efficient, knowledgeable and organised, not a minute was wasted. He organised all the meals, phoning ahead, of our arrival, so we never had to wait. There were always spare charged batteries for those with E bikes. He took great care in getting to know us all and to respond to our varying needs.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Go!

Best Cycling trip ever

We had the best guide I’ve ever encountered. His name is Armand and he is the most ressourceful/knowledgeable guide I’ve ever seen. The driver Arsene was also super friendly and professionnal. It’s not for the faint of heart because there is a LOT of elevation but for anyone decently fit it is qui pleasurable. We had the most amazing views everywhere we went and everything was well planned out and smooth.

Most Inspirational Moment

Plunging in the Adriatic Sea!!

Thoughts on Group Leader

Armand is the best!!

Advice for Potential Travellers

Make sure you do a bit of training prior to the trip or just get and e-bike. The last day is monstrous lol

Cycling in Albania

The trip was a nice balance of visiting a beautiful country, with a great guide, good group of fellow travellers, and nice cycling.

Most Inspirational Moment

Seeing Albania and interacting with the people. Our guide was outstanding, as was our driver.

Thoughts on Group Leader

He was excellent - passionate about Albania, knowledgeable, conscientious, meticulous with planning and follow through on details. Always fun to be with - a true leader.

Cycling in Albania

Transfers, guides, food, and location were great

Most Inspirational Moment

The landscape, culture, food and cycling were very good.

Thoughts on Group Leader

He was very professional and patient. Led the group well and his knowledge was excellent. The Driver of our group was more engaging and very helpful throughout

Cycling in Albania

Leader excellent, scenery wonderful, group members supportive and great fun, local hotels great, food amazing, cycling challenging

Most Inspirational Moment

There There were lots of highlights! The cycle on the 1st day to Germenj where we stayed at a working trout farm and encountered cows with bells for the 1st time was brilliant as was the ride to Kelcyra and the coffee stop by the river followed by the tour of Gjirokastra. The snow topped mountains and the views were magnificent and the trip to Butrint very interesting. The goatsed

Thoughts on Group Leader

Dhimitri was excellent! He explained the route, distances, elevation etc accurately and clearly and divided his time equally between all the group members. He was attentive and super approachable. My case did not arrive at the airport and he spent a lot of time chasing BA on my behalf

Great guiding- Fantastic country to visit

I loved my trip. Both the guide Andrea and driver Tani were helpful, kind and knowledgeable. Despite being henpecked by the other ladies in the group he stayed calm polite and helpful. The route was tough but doable and lots of stops along the way. It’s a gorgeous country and I was happy to see it before it gets over touristed.

Most Inspirational Moment

Climbing Llogara pass. I didn't think I could do it but the other riders were super helpful and encouraging and Tani was waiting at every turn to help if I gave up.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Andrea was patient, kind and helpful. I would be thrilled to have him as my guide in the future. Exodus is lucky to have him!

Advice for Potential Travellers

Train early and train often. It's worth it.

Cycling in Albania

Excellent week. Fully met my expectations. Exodus trips can take you to places you wouldn’t normally get to.

Most Inspirational Moment

Getting to know Albania!

Thoughts on Group Leader

Aryan worked tirelessly to ensure that the expectations of everyone were met. Sensitive to the needs of each group member

Cycling in Albania

We had such a great holiday. Arjan and Enes had everything organised to perfection. The rides were all so different eaxh day (terrain and scenery), the stops were so interesting (providing us an interesting insight into albania’s history) and the food amazing!

Most Inspirational Moment

The climb on the last day, the stay at the trout farm and gjirokaster

Thoughts on Group Leader

Arjan and Enes were great. They were very professional and organises but also good fun and clearly cares that the group all had a great time. 10/10