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4.7 out of 5

Reviewed March 2013

DISCOVER SRI LANKA

This was a great experience, both as a holiday and as an adventure. Lasting just over two weeks and covering around 1000 miles, this tour offered a comprehensive insight into Sri Lankan life and countryside. Congenial company, a superbly organised leader and a remarkably composed driver (the traffic is wild!) combined to make this a wonderful trip. Strongly recommended.

Most Inspirational Moment

There were so many that it is impossible to select just one.The cycle ride through through beautiful countryside to a small village for lunch was great fun, despite everyone being totally soaked in a tropical downpour. We certainly entertained the local children who came out in numbers to cheer the mad drenched Brits.The splendour and colour of the Royal Botanical Gardens at Peradeniya near Kandy will last long in the memory, as will a posh colonial style dinner at the Hill Club at Nuwara Eliya.Finally the walk on Horton Plains provided some much needed exercise after too many irresistible buffet dinners, with a spectacular waterfall, glorious views and a rare sighting of a giant Sri Lankan squirrel.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Sujan was excellent. His success in organising stress-free transport, baggage transfer and hotel check-ins throughout the holiday was remarkable. He has an encyclopedic knowledge of Sri Lankan wildlife, history and geography, including the widespread location of accessible clean public toilet facilities (an essential attribute given that most of the travellers were on the wrong side of 60). Perhaps his greatest skill was in gently herding 18 free spirits through a relatively busy schedule without appearing to be in any way bossy or harassed.

Advice for Potential Travellers

The birdlife in Sri Lanka is fantastic and with hindsight we wish that we had brought better binoculars and a camera with a good close-up lens. Most of the activities are great fun, but several members of the group were disappoined by the Yala safari drive, possibly because of the 4-5 hour bone-shaking drive over endless pot-holes in a jeep with dubious suspension. If you are prone to sea sickness it would be wise to hesitate before signing up for the whale watching - one unfortunate group member was prostate for most of the boat-trip. And don't forget the suncream and the mossie spray. The mosquitoes were not too abundant but they do venture forth at dusk in the hope of finding some tasty unprotected tourist blood.

Reviewed March 2013

DISCOVER SRI LANKA

This was a really good holiday, an amazing country, lots of different places to see and different activities to do. Weather was fab and food was good enough that I am trying to recreate it at home.

Most Inspirational Moment

visiting so many different placesThe elephant sanctuaryThe bike ridethe safariThe food, namely anything that was eaten on a banana leafWhale and dolphin watchingthe Sri Lnakan people were really friendly and make you feel so welcomeStayed in some amazing hotels, namely Deer park and Hotel Suisse

Thoughts on Group Leader

Really friendly and approachable, had lots of knowledge about Sri Lanka

Advice for Potential Travellers

This is not the most active trip, lots of getting on and off the busmosquito repellent

Reviewed March 2013

PETRA & WADI RUM BY BIKE

We had a wonderful time. A great mixture of sightseeing and cycling, including some amazing rides and archaelogical sites which really should be better known (Jerash in particular).

Most Inspirational Moment

I never thought I'd say it (not being the world's most confident cyclist), but the long bike ride through desert mountains with just the odd Bedouin, camel or goat for company. I also loved swimming in the Dead Sea and camping in the Wadi Rum, with a camel ride as a contrast to the cycling - true wilderness. However, my real highlight was when Khaled, our wonderful guide, took us to have dinner in a cave in Petra with Bedouin friends of his who had lived there for generations: not on the itinerary but not a surprise given everyone's friendliness and his huge knowledge.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Khaled was fantastic. He had a vast knowledge of the archaelogical sites and everything about the country. He was friendly and more than able to cope with any awkwardnesses in the group. Whenever anyone needed anything, he sorted it out, and I was really sorry to say goodbye. We also had the support of a team of three cyclists, who made sure the bikes were safe, fixed any little problems and even offered lifts to those who preferred to avoid the steep uphills. One of them, Fahad, had a permanent grin on his face and had us dancing to Jordanian pop music every time we stopped for a break.

Advice for Potential Travellers

February is not cold in Jordan! We were kitted out with all our woollies, which were useful for the night in the Wadi Rum but useless otherwise. We really missed having summer cycling gloves, suncream and sunglasses. Most of the time we were cycling in shorts and T-shirts during the day, though jumpers were needed at night. The bikes are heavy but felt very safe on the unfamiliar roads. I didn't regret not bringing my own bike, especially as the team sorted out any problems. Next time I would probably bring my SPD pedals and my own saddle, though.

Reviewed March 2013

ATLAS DESCENT

A brilliant trip with a brilliant leader – the group got on well and the weather held up except for one day. Awesome scenery and some fantastic trails 🙂

Most Inspirational Moment

For me it was completing the 4km technical climb (without pushing the bike) before the final 7km flat ride to pick up point before heading to Tiznit Hotel. I may have been at the back but I thoroughly enjoyed the climb despite the heat and extremely chuffed that I didn't have to get off and walk any of it.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Liz was amazing - she gave very clear instructions on all parts of the route - happy for anyone to go ahead and regularly hung back with me on the climbs. She had everything organised down to the the smallest detail and she made the trip what it was. Mohammed and Ali were also brilliant as our support drivers and feeding us.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Yep - take some warmer clothes, arm warmers and warm jacket as it's colder in the mountains than you think in February. The wet, hailstones and cold day was particularly horrible in fingerless gloves and shorts!!

Reviewed March 2013

KILIMANJARO CLIMB - LEMOSHO ROUTE

An incredible trip. Fantastic scenery and the crew, headed up by Charles, were truly inspirational. Everyone in the group made it to the summit thanks to them. They were knowledgable about the flora and fauna, incredibly experienced and terrific fun to be around. I learnt lots about the mountain and Tanzania, as well as picking up a few words of Swahili. Asante!

Most Inspirational Moment

It has to be summit day. Although gruelling and operating on very little sleep in rather nippy conditions, we somehow climbed up to Stella Point in time for sunrise. The views were incredible, surrounded by glaciers and the new day dawning. I felt like I was on top of the world. It was pretty emotional but great to share it with everyone.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Charles was very organised, serious (this Kili stuff is serious business) but gentle and considerate. We all trusted his judgement and listened to every bit of advice he had to offer. He took care of us and to his credit we all made it !!!

Advice for Potential Travellers

The pace is nice and slow to aid acclimatisation and it really does work. The Lemosho route is ideal as it's longer than many of the trails meaning your body has more time to grow accustomed to the altitude. Plus you pass through a variety of mountain scenery and climatic zones.

Reviewed March 2013

CYCLING VIETNAM

An amazing adventure that will always be a great memory. First Exodus trip, now planning our second

Most Inspirational Moment

Seeing all the children on the side of the road as we cycled through the remote villages.Cycling downhill 30km and on another day cycling up 10kmThe Vietnamese people are a happy nation.Great crew who looked after us

Thoughts on Group Leader

Chi and his 3 helpers were excellent. Chi's knowledge of his country was immense and he had a great sense of humour. Really well organised although I did think we could have got going quicker after some stops.

Advice for Potential Travellers

We didn't have any problems with mosquitos.The overnight rail journey wasn't great - a lot of tired people next day.Our baggage didn't arrive on our plane but about 8 hours later. Consider putting any important cycling kit in hand luggage.Generally it is very cheap to eat and drink. If I went again I would take mainly Dong rather than Dollars.Waiting 6 hours at Kuala Lumpar on return wasn't fun especially as some in group caught a later flight with a much shorter wait.We had two crashes which kept the injured parties off the road for a couple of days - it is safe but you need to be careful

Reviewed March 2013

CYCLE INDOCHINA & ANGKOR

A wonderful adventure with a variety of memorable experiences and scenery to excite and sometimes heighten the senses and awaken the spirit. There was also some brilliant cycling. The temperatures and sun were much hotter than I expected.

Most Inspirational Moment

It was all amazing. I loved the food from all countries. I loved swimming in the reservoir meeting the children on the road and at the schools. Seeing the people at work was humbling and fascinating. Crossing the boarder from Thailand to Cambodia was exciting. The temples were amazing as was the trip to the floating island. The visits to local families was welcoming and rich with memories and culinary experiences. Too much to mention every day got better with a surprise around every corner.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Nee nicknamed Mama Nee took care of us professionally and with tenderness from beginning to end. We knew we were safe in her hands

Advice for Potential Travellers

Don't be worried that visiting 3 countries will be too much it was like 3 holidays fit into 2 weeks.Do take sun cream and don't bother taking sterling unless you plan to change it when you get there

Reviewed March 2013

UNDISCOVERED ATLAS

An excellent trip offering the chance to see a side of Morocco little visited by tourists.

Most Inspirational Moment

The chance to see how Moroccans lived away from the tourist routes and the friendliness they showed. The chance to take tea in the villagers houses showed this to the full.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Lachan was an excellent guide who took the trek at a pace suitable to all the group. He was very engaging with a great sense of humour.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Make sure you have good boots with good ankle support as the terrain is very rocky on trek and poles help a good deal on the descents.

Reviewed March 2013

CYCLING VIETNAM

This trip exceeded my expectations of the adventure I had signed up for. Vietnam is a beautiful country and there is no better way to get a real feel for the culture and ‘real Vietnam’ than to cycle through it. The cycling itself was great, I would say at the high end of moderate on some days, but the bus is always there for people who do not want to climb the hills.

Most Inspirational Moment

Probably the children in the small villages and towns who wave, shout out hello and try and give you a 'high five' as you cycle past. These children are obviously poor, but they are so happy that it teaches us something about out material way of life. The ever changing scenery from coastal, to mountain and frm small villages to bustling cities is the other main memory of the trip, and Halong Bay is just fantastic!

Thoughts on Group Leader

Tho was a great Group Leader, and let's not forget the support team (2 drivers plus the mechanic). As a team they worked very well indeed and we were shown places that 'normal' tourists would not see, ate in small house restuarants and generally avioded most of the tourist traps. Tho worked tirelessly and was knowlwdgable about the culture and history of Vietnam, always willing to talk about anything. Organisation was great: Turn up when you are asked to and that is all you have to worry about. Working as a team on the ride you should never get lost, but can ride at your own pace.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Bring good quality padded cycling shorts (at least 2 pairs) and some 'bun cream'! Most people wear loose shorts over the top of the lycra ones. The only people who suffered were those who were saddle sore.Don't rush the rides through the most senic areas, stop, take photos, soak in the atmosphere!! Most of our group did.

Reviewed March 2013

PERU EXPLORER

The Peru adventure was a trip of a life time, to see a large portion of Peru, from the Pacific coast, the Andes, to the Amazon Basin, Inca Trail and Machu Picchu.

Most Inspirational Moment

Its hard to choose, the Peruvian people are diverse and wonderful, the scenery magnificent, the archeological sites are a great tribute to a very advanced, complex society that existed many years ago, over a huge area.The food was splendid, the accomodation good. The porters on the Inca Trail were amazing. The local guidesat the various locations were exellent.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Rene Calancha was am amazing guide! His vast experience, knowledge and ability to relate to people adde so much to our enjoyment of our Peruvian Experience. He knew how to handle any difficulties that came up. He was essential in gettig me through the Inca Trail after a difficult second day through the high pass.I will never forget him for that.

Advice for Potential Travellers

I would suggest a smaller amount of US$, take more Nuevo sols in the smallest denominations you can.We found it easy to use Interac to get cash in sols, which were more happily received. Most of the hotels had internet acess.

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