Most Inspirational Moment
Being on the top of one of the highest mountains in Bulgaria!
Thoughts on Group Leader
Amazing, knowledgeable and very friendly and sweet!
Advice for Potential Travellers
Bring poles and ankle support shoes
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Beautiful wildlife everywhere!
Beautiful wildlife everywhere!
Being on the top of one of the highest mountains in Bulgaria!
Beautiful wildlife everywhere you looked, really nice hikes and beautiful home cooked food!
Most Inspirational Moment
Being on the top of one of the highest mountains in Bulgaria!
Thoughts on Group Leader
Amazing, knowledgeable and very friendly and sweet!
Advice for Potential Travellers
Bring poles and ankle support shoes
a beautiful holiday for a sunchaser
Was a beautiful holiday for a Sunchaser who loves a nice hike beautiful weather, landscapes, heat ng in lagoons and eating delicious food!
Most Inspirational Moment
Relaxing in the lagoons and on the giant white smooth rocks
Thoughts on Group Leader
Micheal
Advice for Potential Travellers
Bring Water Shoes, swimsuit and sunscreen!
Portugal:Walking & Wine
I thoroughly enjoyed our walking tour through the Douro valley and Porto with our guide Carla and her husband Fernando. It was so beautiful and made into a very special experience because of the guides. Carla made you feel like you were part of the Portuguese family because she introduced you to the culture and traditions that are so important to her and her family. They worked together so well and Fernando seemed to be there whenever you needed him!
The walking destinations were remarkable and in spite of the forest fires we encountered (during our time there) Carla worked hard to make the rest of our tour interesting and satisfying. That could not have been easy!
Most Inspirational Moment
I felt very inspired by Carla’s love of her country and its people.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Carla was a warm, giving, intelligent guide who filled our tour with as much information as she possible. Also she was a very responsible and caring for each individual situation. Fernando too added to this with his caring nature and great ability to capture our adventures in pictures. They make a fabulous duo!
Advice for Potential Travellers
I do feel (and I spoke to 1or 2 other tour members) who felt the tour we experienced was more like a level 2 than a 1.
Wonderful trip
The trip to the Douro Valley was excellent in its variety of terrains, wine tastings and walks. But what made the trip were the 2 leaders -Carla and Fernando. Carla not only has a wealth of info to share but she really cared that we all were getting the experience we wanted. She took so much of her personal time for us and totally extended herself to make our time memorable. Fernando was always there when we needed him. He seemed to pop out of the corner at just the right moments-in our walks or when guiding us. He’s a fabulous naturalist and photographer. I can’t speak more highly about the two of them!
Most Inspirational Moment
I loved our walks thru the villages. It was like going back thru time. Also the trip to the beekeepers’ house was stunning!
Thoughts on Group Leader
Amazing! See above
Advice for Potential Travellers
There was a good amount of walking. A few places were a tad more strenuous which made the walks more fun. The hotel in Régua could have been better. It was very dated. Tho I t has a wonderful location
MMI Cycle Morocco’s great south
Really loved the cycling, it was challenging and very rewarding .Our guides Mohamed and Yusuf were excellent as were the drivers. And the food was wonderful. Apart from the hotel in Agadir which survived very ordinary buffet food. Sadly neither the bikes or the transfer vehicles were up to the job. The bikes were worn out and constantly needing attention and the vehicles did not have enough legroom for comfort, particularly the Prado, which was painful if you were unlucky enough to be in the back.
Most Inspirational Moment
There were many, but achieving the challenging climbs made us all feel good
Thoughts on Group Leader
Mohamed was excellent
Advice for Potential Travellers
Check that Exodus have sorted the bike and vehicle problem and go late or early in the season as it can be very hot
Excellent trip
What a fabulous week in the Dolomites
Most Inspirational Moment
The last hike meandering in the midst of so many trails at the summit. Views were out of this world. And the hotel! Eclectic Austrian chalet type of room. Hotel filled with amazing things around every corner. Great owner/ staff. I would return in a heart beat
Thoughts on Group Leader
Rob was amazing; his mountaineering and geology knowledge, was more than expected. Perfect skills for a leader. And very funny!
Advice for Potential Travellers
Read hiking trip description in details; there was no surprise for me as it was pretty much what was written in website. There will be ups and downs, and lots of it 😌.
Nearly excellent
I do feel a little mean just giving 4 stars but there were a few niggles. It’s a great trip and particularly satisfying in that there are no transfers until the end – you cycle from hotel to hotel for 6 days. Lovely scenery, though not quite as gorgeous as described in other reviews. Accommodation basic but clean – no luxury but you don’t spend much time in it. Sardinian food and wine is pretty awesome but mostly fish based.
Gripes. Bikes are old and heavy which make the second and third rides more onerous than they should be- 3400 feet ascent in 36 miles does not usually faze me but knees were complaining for a few days after. I experienced a degree of bike envy for the guide’s lightweight gravel bike. As noted elsewhere the flight times are awkward and we were pretty bored by the end of the last day awaiting our transfer to the airport- a late check out from our rooms on a hot sticky day would have been good. The trip notes were inaccurate which, sadly, is a common issue with Exodus trips. Biggest grouse was, however, that there was only ever one guide on the rides, which meant that the weakest member was either cycling alone or dependent on the good nature of other participants for company. To my mind a bit of a safety risk but I guess we might have been spoilt after our trip to Indonesia where there were always three guides.
I am sounding a bit negative. We had a great time but some minor alterations would improve the experience substantially.
Most Inspirational Moment
The ride along the Costa del Sud. Beautiful
Thoughts on Group Leader
For the most part good. The whole trip ran like clockwork. I’m sure he will become increasingly empathetic with time.
Advice for Potential Travellers
The Sardinian hills were a little arid in September and I wonder if they would be greener and prettier in spring. Consider asking for a late check out on last day.
Walking The Algarve in Portugal
Roberta Johnson
September 2024
We have been on many Exodus trips and this one was one of the most beautiful places I have visited. The varied scenery on our coastal walks and paths were breathtaking. This is a very unspoilt, tranquil, cultural region with passionate local people. Each hotel we stayed at was lovely, especially the Aljezur as it was set in a peaceful, uncrowded location with very friendly, fun staff. Francisco and Rafael guided us throughout this wonderful trip doing their utmost to make our holiday special and enjoyable. They were very passionate in every way and extremely knowledgeable. They explained things to us in a kind, caring, relaxed and fun way. They always made sure we were comfortable and happy with what we were doing each day. They worked very hard and well together.
I felt privileged to share this trip with inspiring people, exploring the region and making this a magical holiday.
A fabulous Trip
Our first guided tour with Exodus, and first ever, was great. The setting, food, group dynamic and leader were all more than I for!
Most Inspirational Moment
Probably reaching the mountain peak of our final hike after a fairly tough uphill. 360 degree mountain views were incredible.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Awesome! In addition to being an amazing group leader Sara has to be one of the most interesting people I’ve ever met. Mountain climber, paraglider, ultra runner just to name a of her activities. And a truly genuine person. Absolutely only good things to say!
Advice for Potential Travellers
Read the trip notes! Most people can do these hikes but they are not strolls in the park. Prepare yourself in advance and you should be fine.