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82 Reviews

4.7 out of 5

Graham Swift

Reviewed July 2014

A Great Trip

This was our third cycling holiday and it certainly lived up to all our expectations. The two two leaders Michaela and Giovanni worked extremely hard to ensure everyone enjoyed a great weeks cycling.

Most Inspirational Moment

The scenery along the way on both the coast and the mountain stretches.

Thoughts on Group Leader

The group leaders Michaela and Giovanni were fabulous and worked extremely hard to ensure the entire week ran smoothly including the fruit picnics along the way served from the support vehicle to keep your energy levels up.

Advice for Potential Travellers

There were a couple of days that were certainly at the challenging end of moderate, however if things got too much the support vehicle was always on hand to take the bike and you could ride in the minibus. That said I would not recommend this for a first holiday into cycling, try one of the other easier routes first then move across onto this route. For the more experienced holiday cyclists, this is a great weeks cycling.

Margie McKenzie

Reviewed July 2014

Wonderful adventure!

This was my first organized cycle trip and my first trip to Sardinia. It was wonderful. With a very diverse group of ages and backgrounds we spent a week bonding and laughing! Everything was so well organized, such knowledgeable guides ~ with endless stories of the history, culture and people. Michele and Giovanni were so full of energy and fun, knowing when to encourage us as we climbed higher and longer challenges. They provided for us so well ~ water, fresh fruit, picnic lunches, where to go, what to see.

Most Inspirational Moment

The trip was filled with inspirational moments ~ succeeding in a long ascent ... or not succeeding! But feeling the rush of adrenaline with all the challenges and especially the thrill of descent.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Michele and Giovanni ~ what can I say? Charming, funny, friendly, warm, caring. They looked after everyone of us with such genuine warmth and seemed to know exactly what was necessary. They asked for our opinion, they provided suggestion, they made sure that we were always having fun! They even gave me permission to give in and take the van for a final stretch that was just beyond my readiness. These 2 men were simply wonderful.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Days 3 and 4 were challenging for me ~ I had not cycled the heights before. But I am so glad that I challenged myself to do what I could. Bring your bathing suit ~ the Mediterranean is crystal clear, the bluest blue and the most refreshing way to restore your energy mid-way through each day's cycle.

Radhika shah

Reviewed June 2014

fantastic trip, well organised and great guides

the guides ( giovanni and Michaela ) were a fantastic duo who complemented each other well. they ensured that everyone in the group was looked out for. the pit stops of the orange van perched usually on the edge of an amazing vista with fresh fruit and cold water was one of the highlights, again organised by the tag team guiding duo. the cycling was slightly more strenuous than i had envisaged , but with the support of the group and the guides it was a great sense of achievement finishing the trip …

Most Inspirational Moment

the amazing vistas, the beach stops after a hot days cycling, the guides and how the group looked out for each other

Thoughts on Group Leader

they worked fantastically well together, giovanni , the cool, calm type who balanced michaelas energy and between them you always felt safe and secure with their knowledge of the bikes, routes, people, restaurants and accommodation. the trip worked well because of their skills and team work .,

Advice for Potential Travellers

perhaps try and cycle up a hill before you go .. a big one

Bob Lewis

Reviewed June 2014

cycling in Sardinia

What a great trip – made even better by the enthusiasm of the guides particularly Michaela who when we scored a goal either on the day we played 5 a side football or even table football went absolutely bonkers as if it was the winner goal of the world cup
On one evening they suggested we made an early start and go back up the big hill we came down the day before ! Yep 4 of us did it and agreed it was the highlight of the week and a great start to the day as we were back for a shower and breakfast,
They said they had not thought of it before but would now do it every time as it was amazing,
we were also very lucky to catch 2 festivals where we were the only tourists around -Alexandross and Michaela organised transport to both,
I HAD SUCH A GOOD TIME AND A GREAT LAUGH

Most Inspirational Moment

allready said

Thoughts on Group Leader

brilliant

Advice for Potential Travellers

Reviewed January 2014

CYCLING IN SARDINIA

A really good cycle-tour holiday in Sardinia. Suitable for people who are reasonably able on a bike and of a basic level of fitness.

Most Inspirational Moment

Wonderful coastlines.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Marco was super-friendly, organised and a great leader. Lieven was laid-back, knowledgeable and an able co-leader. Both went out of their way to keep the group happy and make the holiday successful.

Advice for Potential Travellers

There are one or two tough hills if you are not a regular cyclist - you can do them if you take your time, or there is the option of a lift in the van! The weather was pretty good, even in October, but we had a couple of rainy days so come prepared with a packable jacket etc.

Reviewed November 2013

CYCLING IN SARDINIA

Much enjoyed this trip – it was very well organised and the party of 16 got on very well.

Most Inspirational Moment

First half hour of the third day - as we descended the ca. 500m that we had had to climb up the previous afternon, down a beautifully engineered mountain road back to seal level!Several swims in the Mediterranean and the splendid picnics organised by our leader and his assistant.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Excellent and that applies both to Lieven Loots and to Marco, his Sardinian assistant.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Don't underestimate the amount of uphill cycling needed - but if I (aged 74) could do it so can you!

Reviewed October 2013

CYCLING IN SARDINIA

Great way to see the countryside. Fantastic views along the coastline. A holiday with like minded people.The only downside was the lack of choice for restaurants due to being out in the country most nights – but what was available served good food.

Most Inspirational Moment

Getting to the top of the long climbs on days 3 and 4.The views. Not missing a photo opportunity due to sitting on the wrong side of a coach. Snack stops - just what you need to keep you going until lunchtime.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Very professional. Took time to check everything was ok before, during and after the days cycling. Local staff also very helpful and informative.

Advice for Potential Travellers

This trip was classed as moderate and that you should be of average fitness. If you are not fit, or used to cycling distances, then you may find some of the days not so enjoyable. Don't worry about being left behind - you won't be. The group always re-groups at a junction so no-one gets lost.Take as long as you like - stop for a photo whenever you want.Be organised for a beach stop every day. If you don't like the beach, take a book with you or do a bit of extra cycling.

Reviewed September 2013

CYCLING IN SARDINIA

This was another great cycling tour, It is my 4th cycling tour with Exodus and was again well organised with some fantastic cycling and great fun with a nice group of people and some great swimming spots every day.

Most Inspirational Moment

For me, Day 3 which was challenging with the hills but just so beautiful that I was distracted from the burning thighs! Michele the leader was fantastic at encouraging us forward through the rain- the only day it rained but was a great day and ended at a fantastic hotel and view. Day 6 was cycling mostly along the southern coast and again was a beautiful cycle with a great beach and made for some great photos of the Sardinian coast.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Alessandro and Michele were both great, the tour was well organised and the fruit and snacks they had for us on some days was a brilliant idea.Michele was an exceptional leader as he was excellent at checking on us at the back of the group and had a great sense of humour with a very caring nature. He should be voted one of the top tour leaders as he really is a fantastic guide. We may do the dolomites next year if he is leading it.....Thank You guys for a great trip

Advice for Potential Travellers

Try a cycling tour, if you have not done one before. They are really great fun and you get a great sense of achievement. I would recommend doing some hill training before you go and if you have a reasonable level of fitness you can do it. My mum is 67 and she managed this tour and loved it, with some summer training before. I do hope to be doing the same when I am her age. Go for it if you are fit and have a bike to practice before......It is the only way to travel

Reviewed June 2013

CYCLING IN SARDINIA

Brilliant holiday, two great guides, fantastic scenery, superb food including two lunchtime picnics. Hotels were good, opportunities to visit archeological sites and swim in the sea.

Most Inspirational Moment

Going off road and across the river on our sturdy yellow bikes. Watching the flamingos fly on the salt lakes.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Absolutely brilliant, they could not have done more for us. Very friendly, helpful and informative. They worked very hard behind the scenes to make sure everything ran smoothly - which it did !

Advice for Potential Travellers

Bring some spring cycling kit, the weather generally was warmer than UK but not always. It did rain really heavily once but we were in the bar at the time !Don't expect to loose any weight on the trip

Reviewed October 2012

CYCLING IN SARDINIA

Awesome trip to Sardinia’s west coast. Cycling in the hills was really nice and the scenery was fantastic.

Most Inspirational Moment

The hills to reach the destination for a picnic lunch! The weather was spectacular every day for us.

Thoughts on Group Leader

LOVED the group leader, Michele. Very attentive, speaks English well and cares about every individual in the group. Enrico was also with us and cared about everyone, attentive as well. The two of them were great and I would have them again on the next trip.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Practice hills. It is not a race so you do not have to practice riding fast. It is not a difficult vacation of hills (Amalfi Coast is harder) but you do need to know how to climb 10% grade hills for several Kms. Just practice them and you will do well on this vacation. It is for every age and size, as long as you practice.

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