Reviews

Most Inspirational Moment

Cycling through the vineyards and down amazing coastal roads with unbeatable views of clear turquoise water, and smelling the lavender and rosemary as we whizzed by. Followed by a lovely cold beer and a bit of banter. One of the days when we had lovely cycling, followed by lunch (amazingly sophisticated home made cheeses and meats, desserts and grappa) under a vine-covered café in the mountains, then later an amazing dinner in an agroturism restaurant in the country with their home grown food and wine. The islands were really special, and not all spoiled by mass tourism. 

Thoughts on Group Leader

Went the extra mile for her group, shared her favourite places with us. Full of energy, and did everything she could to make sure that we had the very best time possible, including running down the street to buy us crisps to have with our beers!

Advice for Potential Travellers

Be aware that July is incredibly hot, and if you aren't really fit and/or don't do well in the heat, then it may not be the best time to do this cycling trip, May/June or September would probably be better. And though the holiday is graded moderate, some of the hills are challenging. You can go on the support bus at times (as I did) but get into training first. 

Most Inspirational Moment

The lovely day cycle across Hvar island, truly beautiful.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Krsto was good at organising the group without it feeling too much like a school trip

Advice for Potential Travellers

Gel saddle

Thoughts on Group Leader

Bojan did his job well. Nice guy, speaks English well. No complaints really.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Mind your Bus ticket in Dubrovnik. They're made of paper and get damaged pretty easily. Tickets bought as part of the Dubrovnik card package aren't silly cheap and as mine got sweaty, it never worked at all and I couldn't replace it (Had to fork out for a new one!). Non-Dubrovnik card tickets however can be replaced though and as the 'free' Museums are a bit boring and/or small, might be better to buy bus tickets separately anyway and just do the things that are worthwhile; like city walls andcable car/museum. I recommend the kayak trips though. Did one on a free day between flights. Nice alternative to old stones, museums and masses of cruise ship tourists. There's also a bike and wine tasting trip available from the same companies.

Most Inspirational Moment

The towns of Hvar and Korcula.We had two meals at small, family run restaurants which were some of the best on the trip.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Bojan was a good tour leader, he was well organised and compentent. Some more details on the local history and things to look out for on the rides would have been nice but he was very proficient and we felt well cared for.Boris needs a new van though, preferably one with air conditioning as some of the transfers were a bit uncomfortable, especially with 16 hot cyclists and lots of bags, cycle hats, rucksacks etc!

Advice for Potential Travellers

The cycling is not too challenging and the longer days are broken up with lots of stops. The hills are steady climbs and the views from the top are well worth it, as are the downhill sections!!I would also recommend buying your own water if you have a senstive digestive system. The bottled water provided by the tour leader ran out on day three and was then replaced with tap water.

Most Inspirational Moment

The last day in Dubrovnik was truly memorable, the weather was perfect and the city had so much to offer. My abiding memery was relaxing for an hour alone with coffee and cake watching the world go by, and contemplating what I had experienced over the previous few days. The cycling was hard but the views were amazing, lunch at the family restaurant and dinner at the farmhouse were extremely good but most of all I remember the group of people that helped to make this such wonderful holiday.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Krsto was very good company and fun to be with, spoke perfect english and had a wry sense of humour. He was very organised and capable, I had complete confidence in his ability to cope with any situation that may have arisen. Exodus are lucky to have him as their representative.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Just for anyone who may be apprehensive about a cycling holiday. This was my first ever activity holiday and I only started cycling six months ago, so I was concerned that I may have been too old, unfit and inexperieced to enjoy it. Well I took longer that most to complete the hills but did manage without having to resort to the bus, and I felt under no pressure from the faster riders. So give it a try, no more beach holidays or cruises for me it's cycling from now on.

Most Inspirational Moment

Cycling along the coastline and on the different islands and visiting beautiful cities like Dubrovnik, Hvar and Split

Thoughts on Group Leader

Excellent handling during the trip, good knowledge and funny.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Just go for it

Most Inspirational Moment

The bluest sea I have ever seen. 

Thoughts on Group Leader

She was fabulous.  She was knowledgeable and humourous.  Also she kept it real, told us the length of the hills, the gradient, gave clear and concise directions.  As a group we were really well looked after.  Excellent choice of restaurants and routes and stopping points.  Also she took us to the best IceCream in Europe.

Advice for Potential Travellers

This is a must do trip.  Big Hills but lots of time to do them.  Big Downhills too!!

Thoughts on Group Leader

Ana -was a great guide, sharing lots of local knowledge and keeping us all organised and good at issuing clear instructions so we didn't get lost.

Advice for Potential Travellers

I would recommend being reasonably fit- the coast line isn't flat, but nothing too steep.

Most Inspirational Moment

Boat trip to Mljet and cycling around the lakes plus swimming in beautiful crystal waters. Lunching on fresh mussels over looking the lake.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Ana was amazing, strong, fit and just a wonderful personality.   Made the trip for us.  Local knowledge re the rides and local resturants.   Very confident and organised.   10 out of 10 for her enthusiam.

Advice for Potential Travellers

I am a mature lady and just cycle for pleasure, you just need a reasonable level of fitness and confidence on the bike. This trip is just the most amazing way to see Croatia.

Most Inspirational Moment

Being with a member of the group who was in their early 70s being in the lead group for the whole week.  It made me want to keep on going and inspired me to keep my fitness levels up so that life remains sweet and fun.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Ana was wonderful and looked after everybody in the group through ups and downs (no puns intended).  She was very supportive and made sure we were all enjoying ourselves.  The lunch and dinner locations Ana choose for us were really enjoyable.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Don't be afraid of wearing lycra - you need it for 5 days in the saddle.  The bikes were really good but if you have a comfy saddle at home bring it with you........!