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4.7 out of 5

Sally Davies

Reviewed October 2019

Highly recommended

From the arrival on day one until the final departure this trip was so well run I felt totally taken care of from the cycling including the detailed briefings and advice, to the organisation of accommodation and the group meals. What a great bunch of fellow cyclists and the two guides, Jon and David, did an excellent job looking after us (and our bikes!). The cycling was challenging but no-one was made to feel inadequate if they finished later than others (that was often me!!) – everyone helped and encouraged each other and the guides kept an eye on everyone to ensure we were all safe at all times. There was plenty of time to stop and take breaks and refreshments which helped with managing some of the longer trip days. The rest day in Siena was fabulous – what a great place to spend a day! I cannot speak highly enough of this trip – it’s my first group cycling adventure but I am sure it will not be my last although I am now worried about finding something that will live up to the high standard set by this trip!! If you are thinking about doing this trip and are up for doing a few hills in return for some great views and great food, I would highly recommend you give this a go!!

Most Inspirational Moment

We all managed to complete a 9k hill climb with the help and encouragement of the leaders - it was a slog but rewarded by the best gelato at the top! I also learned a bit more about how to use my gears and pace myself up a hill and can't wait to put my newfound experience into practice in future. However, there were many inspirational moments I could think off but mainly what a great bunch of people were on the trip - we were a diverse bunch in terms of age and background but everyone just got on really well and that helped to make the holiday into an unforgettable experience.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Both leaders, Jon and David, were fantastic. They shared the work both cycling with us and providing van back up, looked after the bikes, provided on-the-road guidance and advice, organised the meals and ensured everyone felt included in all the activities - they even organised a small celebration as one group member was celebrating a birthday during the week. They both had great local knowledge so could explain much about the areas we were travelling through and points of interest. They both worked extremely hard for long days with little time to themselves but remained enthusiastic and engaged the whole time even though they do this week in, week out it never showed.

Advice for Potential Travellers

If you are thinking about this sort of trip, particularly if you are planning to go "solo", I would highly recommend it. Make sure you are fit for the holiday and you will get out of it what you put in.

Laura and Gavin Jones

Reviewed October 2019

Beautiful Bhutan

This trip provides a fascinating insight into a little known destination. We loved it!

Most Inspirational Moment

The highlight of the trip was the trek to the Tiger's Nest Monastery. It looks unreachable (and strangely familiar from the famous photos) and then suddenly you are standing outside! The Thimpu Festival was also spectacular.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Kemey was organised, articulate and incredibly eager to do anything he could to make us comfortable. We were given a very warm welcome.

Advice for Potential Travellers

The day that we visited the Thimpu Festival it rained. This is apparently not unusual. We were therefore sitting out in the rain for about 3.5 hours. It helped to have a good waterproof, something to wrap around your legs to keep them dry (poncho) and a sit mat so that we were not sitting directly on wet concrete. The temperature varies throughout the trip - it helps to have layers. We travelled in October and it was warmer than we expected.

caroline lewis

Reviewed October 2019

A trip of a lifetime!

I had the privilege of trekking up Kilimanjaro (8 day Lemosho route) with the best walking pals and crew in the entire world. I’ve never walked at altitude before, and I was honestly a little nervous, but I am so glad I booked the trip. The views are incredible, you learn a lot about yourself and above all you are surrounded by the most supporting, caring and knowledgeable leaders and crew who seem to permanently have smiles on their faces – ably led by JT (Justin Thomas). What a wonderful way to spend 8 days, I can’t recommend it highly enough.

Most Inspirational Moment

The most inspirational moment and quite frankly the most surprising was a birthday cake our chef had baked for a member of our team, at 4,600metres! Also a very big shout out to our wonderful team leader, JT - every single day he would pick up rubbish my fellow walkers had carelessly thrown away on the trek, its selfless acts like that that inspire you to do your best and not to let anyone down.

Thoughts on Group Leader

JT has a permanent smile on his face. His knowledge and understanding of the mountain is second to none and is an inspirational character. JT, David and Hanse (assistant guides) all became our hero's and we all had a lot of fun during the trip, in particular after we had all scaled the Barranco Wall, what a fabulous afternoon! Its no wonder JT won the Exodus guide of the year in 2016, I have no doubt he will be up in the running for guide of the year again, he absolutely deserves every accolade he gets. I also have to give a special shout-out to our 2 other assistant guides; Hanse and David. Both of whom I have to say were incredible on summit night for so many reasons, and again so incredibly professional, funny - we all felt very safe.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Yes, get the miles in! Trust me, you don't have to be a marathon runner or a triathlete etc, in order to take part in this epic adventure. If you are sensible and start to add in extra park run's or spin classes every week plus wracking up the walking miles every weekend, you shouldn't have any problems. I would also strongly suggest you read up on all the points of view in regards to taking the anti-altitude tablet, diamox. I took it and it worked, but please note it doesn't work for everyone, so listen to all the advice given, listen to your GP and make an educated decision. Finally......take a hot water bottle, trust me, you'll really appreciate it on the very cold nights.

James Tozer

Reviewed October 2019

Best of the Best

Such an amazing trip! I wasn’t entirely sure of what to expect but the team were amazing. Zohi and Ben catered to our needs with incredible food. The three course dinners were to die for! They also made the chalet feel so homely and welcoming. So many laughs were had! .

Most Inspirational Moment

Just being in the mountains and looking at the views.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Our guide, Shaun, was a lot of fun, very knowledgeable and patient with all of the questions (and there were many!). He did an incredible job at balancing the needs of the group.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Make sure you read all the trip notes and know what you need. All of the information is there for you.

Michelle Barrett

Reviewed October 2019

Best experience ever!

From start to finish this trip was AMAZING.
The Chalet hosted by Ben and Zohi was so welcoming. I wasn’t sure what to expect when the itinerary said “home cooked meals”… Well, what an absolute treat. A cake after every day, and a 3 course meal which was the most amazing meals each and every day. Sean guiding us each day on the mountain made me feel very confident and comfortable!

Most Inspirational Moment

Every hike! MAking it to the top of each hike and the view ...

Thoughts on Group Leader

Fantastic!

Advice for Potential Travellers

Be prepared with your fitness, good gear, comfortable boots, enough layers to be warm in the morning, and it gets warm at the top! Of course depends on the time of year you do the trip.

Liz Hobson

Reviewed October 2019

On top of the world

My first Exodus trip but won’t be the last. A great trip with a really good, flexible guide who helped make it an extremely memorable trip. The hosts in Chalet Chocolat were full of warmth and charm that added to the adventure, Zohi’s cooking was amazing, dinners and cakes just fabulous. The walking was a great pace, hard enough to earn the cake but not too hard to cause injury. The scenery is breathtaking and a great way to get to know the area and fellow hikers. Chamonix is a fabulous French town to spend time in. The whole trip just left me feeling on top of the world!

Most Inspirational Moment

Reaching the summit on day 3, stunning.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Fantastic, adaptable to conditions and knew what we were capable of, nobody was pushed too hard

Advice for Potential Travellers

Get put of the normal holiday routine, you won't regret it

Simon Knight

Reviewed October 2019

Amazing wildlife viewings

Amazing overall itinerary. Saw the big 5 in the Masai Mara in the first two days including iconic wildebeest migration crossing the Mara River. Followed by chimp trekking and gorilla trekking in Uganda which were amazing. The gorilla trekking in particular was superbly organised.
Some long travel days but absolutely necessary to get between National Parks.
Good safari truck and amazing food all cooked from local produce.

Most Inspirational Moment

Seeing the Silverback gorilla so close

Thoughts on Group Leader

Gilbert was excellent. The other three members of the crew, Stoney, Albert and James, were also excellent.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Take a light weight inflatable mattress if you need that little extra padding, we took an adjustable walking pole each for the gorilla trekking and found them very useful although even more so was the porter who guided you over the worst bits of the mud and held you up when you started slipping. Go with an open mind about early morning starts and long journey times as they are all necessary and the holiday was unforgettable.

James Roscoe

Reviewed October 2019

Brilliant variety of rides. Best trip ever!

Such a variety of cycling through such a variety of landscapes. Some of the best days riding we’ve ever done.

Most Inspirational Moment

The ride through the rain forest; riding on the pampas.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Brilliant - your tour leaders are always good, but Ale was exceptional and inspirational. The support staff were brilliant too!

Advice for Potential Travellers

Don’t be fooled by seemingly short distances - most of the rides are at high altitude, so pace yourself.

Eve Murdock

Reviewed October 2019

Another great trip with Exodus

This trip exceeded my expectations in terms of the standard of walks, places we visited and fabulous companions.

Most Inspirational Moment

I loved all the walking but the most inspirational was the trip to Treviso. The city was very clean fascinating and interesting. I loved the walled centre and the great guide who showed us around with lots of enthusiasm. In addition, the food stop near the fish market provided delicious lunch and tiramisu.

Thoughts on Group Leader

What can I say about Vania that hasn’t already been said! I chose this trip because I wanted to travel with Vania again having previously walked the Amalfi coast with a group led by her in March 2018. She is a delightful, professional, friendly and calm person with a great sense of humour, and I joked with her that she was our Mummy and we were her chicks following closely behind. Nothing seemed to phase her and she always had a smile for everyone. She is a credit to Exodus.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Definitely take insect repellent, even in October, as the little blighters can inflict nasty bites.

Jeremy Reed

Reviewed October 2019

Excellent trip.

Just returned from.this Mongolia trip. It was a wonderful holiday. Mongolia is vast and fascinating. The holiday was made more enjoyable and informative by our guide MG. The Eagle Festival was unbelievable. 120 eagle hunters with their beautiful Golden Eagles.

Most Inspirational Moment

The Eagle Festival

Thoughts on Group Leader

The group leader MG was amazing. Knowledgeable and well organised. Took all the stress of travelling. Well done MG.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Take more money. The Ger camps sell beer and wine. Plus you need c $100 per person for tips and incidental paid for by the group leader. Plus you need to tip the group leader at the end of the trip.

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