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jeanette hambrey
Reviewed May 2025
Loved this one..
This country is so diverse and exodus shows you that from the start! We started on the Caribbean side at Tortuguero and basically got soaked the whole 3 days we were there, it rained and it rained but our group got on with it with a smile. That area would have been wonderful if the weather hadn’t been against us but it was what it was!
We still suffered a bit of bad weather at Arenal and i never got to see the volcano as the cloud was on top of it all the time, the walk was lovely up to it though and the landscape is beautiful.
The weather started to improve as we travelled over to the pacific side , the birds and the wildlife are abundant , we saw that many sloths on this trip we stopped taking pictures of them ha
There are some long drives in this trip but never more than a couple of hours on the road without stopping, lots of views to look at and of course we stopped if the driver or guide saw anything interesting to see as well, (a couple of macaw’s were spotted and we pulled over to get some great photos)
The wildlife is all around you if you take the time to look, the leaf cutter ants and the ant highways through the forest floor , the frogs , the sloths… so much to see!
Whilst you don’t have to be a fitness fanatic for this trip , i would suggest that you are able to walk long distances and tackle some steep slopes. You can always sit by the pool if you don’t want to go on the hikes but you would miss out on the whole point of the holiday if that is what you aim to do.
Exodus pull it out the bag every time with the accommodation , all the rooms were lovely and well chosen , its one of the reasons i have booked with Exodus 4 times now.
Most Inspirational Moment
I loved the boat trip, the birds were fantastic to spot and we saw turtles and crocodiles as well. Also the Esquinas Rainforest Lodge was the most basic room of the trip but the best location , you are surrounded by forest , the birds and the wildlife are wonderful and a dip in the pool in the middle of it all was so special.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Pedro was very knowledgeable and passionate about his country and what they are doing towards tourism and re-forestation.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Take good walking shoes , something that will dry out because you are likely to get them wet, and a fold up rain jacket that goes in your bag. Plugs were American type plugs. I got an e sim and it was a great idea, i had internet all the time and signed into wifi at the lodges ( which were all wifi friendly)
I took colonies but everyone accepted dollars , in fact it seemed to be the best form of money, your cards are accepted at all the restaurants its only for tips and small venders that you need cash. Even though it rained i still wore shorts as it was better to have wet legs than wet trousers ha ha and its still hot!
Robyn Lewis
Reviewed May 2025
An unforgettable winter adventure
The Dolomites are a beautiful region and this trip is a fun way to explore it by skii. The itinerary struck a perfect balance between physical activity and relaxation. Each day offered scenic ski routes through pristine, snow-covered landscapes—peaceful forests, frozen lakes, and charming alpine villages. Our guide Michele was not only highly skilled and knowledgeable about the terrain but also enthusiastic and encouraging, making the experience enjoyable for skiers of all levels. Whether you were a first-timer or an experienced skier, you felt supported and challenged in all the right ways.
The hotel was cozy and we ate delicious meals—exactly what you want after a day on the trails.
Most Inspirational Moment
Getting to ski in the same arena as the Olympians at the Nordic Arena in Dobbiaco! There were even some teams training there whilst we were there it was very cool!
Thoughts on Group Leader
Michele was amazing, his knowledge of the area was great and he was very good at planning our days and decided what valley or track was best to go depending on the weather.
Advice for Potential Travellers
it is so worth trying if you want to learn a new activity and you don't need previous experience just a good level of fitness! you do a lot of different tracks so will get to try different things throughout the week. bring layers as it can get warm and waterproof shoes for your day off so you can go for some nice walks to the other towns!
Ed Ballo
Reviewed May 2025
Highlights of Turkey
I got back from this trip 5 days ago. Everything was great! I don’t know where to start with my rave reviews. Our group leader was Ilham and he was amazing! His English was great and he helped us with translation at the restaurants and vendors. I loved stopping to eat at very local and family places. One place for Turkish pizzas had the whole family pitching in and we were outside near the brick oven with chickens and ducks running past us! I really appreciated that our money went to LOCAL and FAMILY run businesses! Ilham would download the tickets to the sites on his phone in advance, he made our entry so quick. He was always one step ahead of the game! Logistics were flawless, because he knew when to get to the various sites to avoid the crowds as much as possible. I enjoyed the modest hotels, once again family run and usually very convenient to the town center. This trip fulfilled all my expectations and then some! Ed
Most Inspirational Moment
Sitting in a mosque in Istanbul when it was nearly empty. The call to prayer was soothing and reassuring.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Ilhan
Vincent Fonner
Reviewed May 2025
ATH Highlights of Turkey
Outstanding Tour — visiting important military, historical, cultural, and religious sites. Wonderful group of travelers who watched out for each other, were on time, courteous and kind.
Most Inspirational Moment
Swimming in the Mediterranean Sea
Thoughts on Group Leader
Ilhan was a great group leader. Smart, engaging and patient, he kept us safe, on time, and informed.
Advice for Potential Travellers
This trip is classified as "easy" but you'll definitely get your 10K daily steps in and many of those will be up and down stairs. Perfect for the traveler interested in Greco/Roman/Ottoman architecture, artifacts, history and ruins.
Adine Whitfield
Reviewed May 2025
A memorable cycle and culinary adventure from Porto to Lisbon enjoying the beautiful cycle paths along the Atlantic Ocean and through the forests!
We arrived in Porto a few days before the tour to enjoy the ambience of the city before meeting up with our group on 13 April 2025 at the Neya Hotel on Sunday afternoon! From the start of the presentation of what to expect over the next 5 days of cycling to the 2 final group dinners, this was an exceptional tour with an exceptional team of tour guides and we had the most incredible time with our fantastic group of 16. Joào Colaco’s management of the rides, coffee breaks and lunch stops and post ride updates and what to expect the next day were perfect! I wanted to experience a cycle along the Atlantic coast enjoying the local cuisine and culture and this cycle checked all those boxes and then some! A surprising bonus was that the dinner recommendation for the 1st night was so good, we all opted in for the remaining dinner recommendations each evening as we could experience the most authentic local cuisine and unique locations in each of the towns!
Most Inspirational Moment
Final cycle from Sào Pedro de Moel via Nazare to Obidos! It was Good Friday and we arrived in Nazaré thoroughly soaked by the morning rain, but it was fine as we had our coffee break at Terrasse, where you can definitely find the best Pastel de Nata's in the country! After the coffee break we enjoyed the wonderful beach views before setting off to be dried by the wind and have a good lunch with a lake view before setting off for our last cycle to the medieval town of Óbidos.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Joâo Colaco was an incredible leader providing us with the right balance of information we needed for each day. Joâo Colaco's dinner recommendations made for a very good group experience and he led us on walking tours at the start and end of the trip with many stops en route sharing information on geography or produce, etc. He also shared tips on places to go to and restaurants to visit after our tour ended in Lisbon which made our overall Portugal experience one we are still raving about!
Advice for Potential Travellers
Half of our group were on ebikes and the other half on hybrids and it worked just fine as we had a very collaborative group of 16. I had the hybrid bicycle and needed the van transfer on day 4 of 5 for the last 20 km to be strong for the final day of 64 km. For level 2 and higher, I will take an eBike in the future as it will make it a more fun experience on the hills. Our guide at the back, Ricardo Ferreira was very patient and ensured we were on track with the front cyclists. Our awesome support driver, Filipe Ribeiro was always contributing in many different ways from loading luggage to having the van available at our stops if we wanted to grab anything from our backpacks! Thanks to Exodus for having local guides who share the love of their country with all of us!
graeme davies
Reviewed May 2025
An Excellent introduction to the region of Puglia
This was an excellent way to explore Puglia, the towns of Matera, Alberobello, Ostuni and Lecce all were fascinating and atmospheric yet different. The hotel accommodation was in the town centers in the first three locations and was very good. The cave house and the trullo being a real experience. Accommodation in Lecce was a real disappointment. It was located on a ring road about a 25-minute walk from the center and was a basic business class hotel very few facilities. Our room was bright orange (think Easy Jet) and small, breakfast was limited compared to the previous hotels. Altogether a poor finish to a good experience.
Most Inspirational Moment
A difficult choice as we had many.
You do need to explore by yourself once the guide has left and be prepared for a lot of walking on uneven steep surfaces. The Museo Archeologico Faggiano in Lecce was fascinating and maybe should be added onto the itinerary.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Unfortunately, our original group leader was not available due to being ill. We were met in Matera and walked up to our hotel by a very helpful lady (I cannot remember her name) who recommended some restaurants for the evening. Our group leader would join us the next day and would be available from 1.30pm. Unfortunately, he did not arrange a briefing session and spoke to the group members individually, who received slightly different information. This continued throughout the trip and while being very pleasant, approachable and put in a lot of effort , resorted to Wikipedia for information and generally did not have the in-depth knowledge of the area that we have been accustomed to from Exodus guides.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Try to avoid the Italian holidays Lecce in particular was very busy. Ensure that you have sturdy comfortable footwear, there is a lot of walking required to get the best out of the trip
Sondra Greene
Reviewed May 2025
Excellent Adventure
We rode from Porto to Lisbon, roughly 40 miles a day. It was a wonderful way to experience the coastal towns between these two fabulous cities. It did rain every day but with expert leaders we managed to navigate the rain and keep to our schedule, and still enjoy the stops along the way. I appreciated that the itinerary was well organized. The food was wonderful and Portugal is a beautiful country with a rich history that most international travelers are not familiar with.
Most Inspirational Moment
The stretches of road that were right next to the ocean - amazing.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Fantastic. Always well organized, articulate, a good sense of humor and a very kind person. Also kept us on task notwithstanding the rain! All three of our guides - Joao, Ricardo and Filipe were all a pleasure to travel with - kind, helpful and good company.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Bring layers and clothes for rain - a good raincoat and rain pants if you have them!
Ron Powell
Reviewed May 2025
A Magical Two Weeks
A well planned itinerary circumnavigating the island to visit the major sites with the odd dart inland for even more. The minibus was comfortable, as were the hotels, which came in a variety of sizes and styles that added to the experience. Most were right in the heart of their communities, so there was never far to walk for sightseeing or amenities, such as restaurants. Apart from a brief period of Saharan wind and sand, we had perfect weather for sightseeing, sunny but not too hot. We enjoyed everywhere we went.
Most Inspirational Moment
We found all the sites we visited inspiring in their own way, from the temples to the towns and their churches. We didn't feel we missed out on anything, or that any of the sites were merely padding.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Tiziano was about as good a guide and companion as you could get. His enthusiasm for his country shone through and we never felt lacking in information or advice. We applaud his attempts to reduce the use of plasic and paper, for instance, by pointing out safe local water sources to fill our bottles. The local guides were also excellent.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Because of the local siesta culture, we found some of the places we wanted to visit on our free afternoons closed. It was never more than a minor irritant, especially as there was so much to see just by wandering.
agnes mocsy
Reviewed May 2025
Magic In Action — A Soul-Stirring Journey Through Morocco
I’ve traveled far and wide, Morocco being my 58th country. But this trip wasn’t just travel – it was transformation, standing apart as one of the most enriching, moving, and unforgettable adventures of my life.
From the sweeping dunes of the Sahara to the winding alleys of the ancient Medina and the energy of Marrakesh, the poetic beauty of the Atlas Mountains, and the Kasbahs, villages, markets, homes — each day was filled with wonder, beauty, and genuine connection—with the land, its people, and with myself.
As someone who prefers traveling spontaneously and on my own, rather than in coordinated groups, two friends and I decided to try it this time, and joined strangers on this organized trip.
A huge part of what elevated this journey well beyond expectations was our extraordinary guide, Mohamed. His deep knowledge, thoughtful storytelling, and sincere care brought the history, culture, nature, and spirit of Morocco to life in unforgettable ways. He didn’t just show us Morocco—he shared it with us. With his passion, and genuine kindness, he didn’t just lead us—he welcomed us into his culture with warmth and generosity. From shared laughters to heartfelt stories, he made Morocco come alive in ways no brochure or solo travel ever could. The experience was poetry for all senses.
Equally important was our driver, Abdoul, whose calm, confident presence made every journey feel completely safe, no matter how winding the road or how chaos-like the road. His skill behind the wheel allowed us to trust, relax, and truly take in the shifting landscapes.
The itinerary struck a perfect balance between adventure and rest, busy and quiet, and the thoughtfully selected accommodations—including the magical desert camp and the rustic charm gite —created an atmosphere of authenticity and comfort. And the food! Every meal was a sensory delight, and I found myself not just tasting Moroccan food and tea but truly savoring it as a cultural expression. Oh, and I will never forget surrendering to the traditional —non-touristy — hammam with the local ladies in Thigza at 6400ft altitude. I felt cleansed not just on my skin, but deep scrubbed from years of inner hurts.
And the most beautiful part of this trip? The unexpected connections—with locals and with moments of quiet awe. This was more than a vacation. It was a passage into wonder. I have returned transformed and with a yearning to return.
I’m deeply grateful to Mohamed and Abdoul, and to all the people along the way, who welcomed us, shared their homes, shared their knowledge, and the love of their country, for taking us far beyond the surface.
If you’re looking not just to see Morocco, but to feel it, live it, and carry it home in your soul, I can’t recommend this journey with Exodus highly enough.
Most Inspirational Moment
Experiencing the Sahara brought tears into my eyes - starting with the arrival and the incredible experience of the silence and scale of the dunes. But also connecting with the locals during this journey was deeply meaningful.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Extraordinary!!! He was hugely responsible for how we experienced the country and learned about the culture, nature, cuisine, and spirit of it. Please see above.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Book your flight and trip!
Susan Howard
Reviewed May 2025
Mostly Fabulous
I have given this tour a 4* rating because the basic structure of the tour was so good.
Matera, Alberobello and Ostuni were all outstanding. The towns have been restored and are fascinating and atmospheric as well as beautiful (especially at night). The hotel accommodation, which was in the centre of town in all three locations, was quirky, interesting, and well-appointed. We were disappointed with the Eos hotel in Lecce, however. It was a let-down and a rather sad end after what until then had been a fabulous trip with amazing accommodation elsewhere. It’s situated on a ring road, a 20 minute walk from the gate into the old town with little in the way of bars, restaurants or atmosphere nearby. It was a budget hotel with pared-down facilities and a disappointing and very basic breakfast. For example, by 8.00 am on the first morning there was limited choice because once foods had been consumed they were not always replaced. The staff were less helpful than in the other hotels. Lecce itself was very impressive with some amazing architecture. However, we were there over a bank holiday and it was consequently very busy. It would be nice to go back when it was quieter. The local guide in Lecce was not as good as the one in Matera, not least because her English was limited.
Most Inspirational Moment
There were so many it's difficult to choose! But an unexpected highlight was a visit to the Museo Archeologico Faggiano in Lecce. Not on the itinerary, but a fascinating introduction to the history of Lecce - a chance discovery of Roman ruins under a house when undertaking sewerage works.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Unfortunately our original group leader became suddenly unavailable just as the trip was about to start. This was managed reasonably well by the tour company on the ground. However, we were not given an adequate explanation of what happened, though it was inferred that the tour leader had suddenly decided against doing the tour. The stand-in leader arrived on the afternoon of the second day. Unfortunately he had not taken an Exodus tour before and his knowledge of the itinerary was limited and he sometimes had to resort to reading from Wikipedia to relay information about places and events. His English was poor and this lead to a number of misunderstandings between him and the group, for example regarding costs and timings. The combination of these factors meant that we had a less than optimal experience and certainly were not as well-informed about the history and locality as we have been on other Exodus trips. On the plus side he worked very hard on our behalf and was approachable and accommodating.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Avoid Italian Bank Holidays! And take note of what so many reviewers have said about the need for sturdy footwear, particularly in Matera where the steps can be slippery as well as steep and numerous. The recent change in status from 'Easy' to 'Easy to Moderate' accurately now reflects the level of fitness required to comfortably manage and get the most out of the trip.