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4.7 out of 5

John Andrew

Reviewed November 2022

First hand education in the history and religions of the area we know as the Holy Land

An action packed entirely fascinating FULL week in Jordan, Palestine. Great company, great local food, excellent Group Lead/Tour Guide. Much much better than I expected. Felt very safe in Jordan too.

Most Inspirational Moment

The realisation that the history of the three significant Abrahamic religions surrounded me in this region. I went to see Petra, The Red and Dead Seas, I came away with so much more. Roman Jerash, Mount Nebu and Moses, the Baptism site of Jesus Christ no less, (optional extra, everyone took).

Thoughts on Group Leader

This is our third Exodus trip and as with the two previous it is the Group Leader who made it an exceptional experience. Amer, a warm, eloquent Jordanian with four relevant degrees brought the history, religions and politics of the region to life with clear chronological explanations drawn from the sites we visited. You felt totally confident in his care, bus broken down near Wadi Rum, replacement arrives within 20 mins - impressive for the middle of nowhere.

Advice for Potential Travellers

If you're transiting through Heathrow be prepared for very lengthy delays, not quite as bad as Manchester, but pretty appalling still, with little care for passenger wellbeing. Try to drink plenty on the plane as there is nothing for the couple of hours it takes to transit from one terminal to the other via yet another security check.

Sharon Caton

Reviewed November 2022

Great

Amazing trip far better than I imagined, Johnny the tour guide and Percy the bus driver went out of their way to make this trip the best one I have been on

Most Inspirational Moment

Turtles hatching and the amount of wildlife observed at all times

Thoughts on Group Leader

Brilliant, knowledgeable, helpful, funny, flexible and constantly available for anything we needed

Advice for Potential Travellers

Take an umbrella

Matt Snow

Reviewed November 2022

5*

Amazing trip that exceeded my expectations. Breathtaking views, great company

Most Inspirational Moment

The moon rising over Machapuchare was an incredible sight

Thoughts on Group Leader

Phurba Sherpa TNX221029 Great guy and lead the group brilliantly to base camp. The whole team were superb from start to finish

Advice for Potential Travellers

Plenty of steps so can be tough going on the knees

Christopher Mills

Reviewed November 2022

That was simply brilliant; thank you!

Every aspect of our trip exceeded our expectations. Qatar Airways was a very smooth service, and the moment Tung met us at Saigon airport, we felt we were on the holiday of a lifetime; this view never changed. Our only concern is how can we possibly find a comparable cycling – or any other – holiday?!

Most Inspirational Moment

I don't think I can narrow down one moment; every day brought incredible inspiration. It is too obvious to talk about things like Whale Island; the lunch stops at family homes were just as amazing in different ways. The scenery, the villages and cities, the people and the food were all quite incredible.

Thoughts on Group Leader

There cannot possibly be a better group leader than Tung Hoang. His care, attention to detail, sense of humour, and engagement with every member of the trip were just amazing; I think we all said goodbye to a friend for life after just a fortnight. And his brilliant support crew were perfect too. Thank you, Tung and the team! (And thank you, Exodus, for allocating them to us!)

Advice for Potential Travellers

You need a holder (possibly a pocket!) for your telephone; don't bother with any other bikke carrier attachments. Cycling refuels were every hour so there is no need for gels etc. If you were really worried, carry a waterproof but even the rain is joyously warm and cooling.

Clare Williams

Reviewed November 2022

Brilliant trip led by an outstanding guide!

A wonderful week’s walking in beautiful surroundings and great company with the outstanding Jose as our guide. The weather was perfect and the accommodation clean, homely and comfortable. Raquel provided delicious three course dinners most evenings, with Jose cooking us a huge paella one evening. He also made us the most amazing sandwiches to take for lunch. Jose grew up in this area and conveyed his love for it, whilst providing so many interesting facts about the countryside we were passing through. I can’t recommend this trip highly enough- one of the best I have ever done with Exodus.

Adam Felgate

Reviewed November 2022

What a Trip!

Before I left my girlfriend was teasing me about spending two weeks camping with creepy crawlies and having to eat tinned spaghetti hoops every night. In truth it could not have been more different. Kieron the camp leader was great, tents were put up for us, beers were cold, the food was healthy, tasty and home cooked and exceeded all expectations. The tents were modern and roomy, I paid extra for a single but they are more than big enough for two. Campsites were good and the mat, pillow and sleeping bag I rented were all just fine. We were really well looked after. The trek was superb too – I’m a really pleased I chose to do the full thing.

Most Inspirational Moment

I was surprised at how big, dramatic and beautiful the Alps are. I got some great photos. I also really enjoyed the group atmosphere and I loved the outdoorsy side to the whole trip. It felt healthy.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Mike was amazing! Made every member of the group feel included, had tonnes of knowledge about the area to impart and was all round a positive person to have leading us for the two weeks.

Advice for Potential Travellers

I recommend walking poles and a steady pace

Sandra Bloodworth

Reviewed November 2022

Journey report

Jordan Itinerary was good but an extra day in Petra is definitely a necessary consideration. There is a lot to see in Petra and to fit it all into one day is a struggle to achieve in one day! Overnight in the desert was one of the highlights of the trip. Rather than visit yet another ruin between Petra and the Dead Sea was too tiring and a blur, we all just wanted to get to the holiday inn to relax and make the most of the resort rather than rush to get into the Dead Sea and again rush to get ready for dinner – we didn’t need to be ruled by time at this stage and lost the enjoyment. The guide was knowledgeable but not as informed as he could have been, perhaps a few more facts should have been forthcoming. Crosssing the border from Jordan to Palestine was ok, however the Jordanian guide had no knowledge of what actually happens, presumably your product department have done the journey and are able to brief the jordan office. On arriving on the Palestinian side of the border there was no sign of our new guide, one of our group called the Jordanian guide for assistance,it transpired the Israeli guide was delayed coming through security – surely sufficient time should have been given knowing there are security checks. Palestine An enlightening journey through Jericho and Bethlehem. It would have been interesting to have included more details about Banksy’s art and hotel decoration on the Palestinian side of the wall and had more time to visit the hotel. Israel Jerusalem was chaotic, visiting the Holy sites was a challenge, whilst it is out of Exodus control a complaint to the Israeli tourist office might make a difference. We will be putting forward a complaint ourselves, it seems the Israelis change the rules on a whim which is unacceptable, the Holy sites belong to the world not to any one country. Haifa was a complete and utter waste of time, please remove from the itinerary and don’t waste time which could have been spent in old Jaffa and Tel Aviv which is much more interesting.

Most Inspirational Moment

Overnight in the desert to a five star hotel on the Dead Sea. Jerusalem without the chaos.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Jordan guide is still finding his way and needs more knowledge. Israel guide very informative.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Make sure you have any required medications as quite expensive in Jordan and Israel. - Imodium, paracetamol, strepsils etc. Object to the Haifa trip.

angela whitbread

Reviewed November 2022

Mountains, Views, Sights and Smells for Days

An amazing taste of Morrocco and the cities that were once the capital! The stunning views in the atlas mountain’s, the vast difference of the country is amazing you go from flat to winding roads through the mountains then back to flat through tiny remote towns full of interest and colour. they were all brought to life by our wonderful guide Abdullah who shared the history and culture with us and also looked after us all, our brilliant driver saied kept us all safe on the entire journey and joined us for tea with local families. if in doubt just book in its a good introduction to Morrocco

Most Inspirational Moment

meeting local people and them making complete strangers welcome in their humble homes their warmth was heart-warming and their food was incredible

Thoughts on Group Leader

abdullah was amazing he looked after us all especially when a few of us were sick, his passion and stories are memorable his English perfect and his skills at pouring tea are second to none

Advice for Potential Travellers

book it you wont regret it

Sue Howard

Reviewed November 2022

Excellent respectful Guide Paolo

We had the most wonderful fun packed holiday with a great crowd of people who all quickly became a team. Paolo our guide was very kind & thoughtful & you felt very safe under his leadership scrambling over rocky places on the walks. The hotel quite basic & initially we were very cold at night with no heating (November) but after a couple of days of begging this was rectified. The hotel staff were warm & friendly & again as with our party you sensed teamwork within this family run business. I would say that although the holiday is graded leisurely/moderate it is obviously an activity holiday & you are on the go most of the time. Arriving back at the hotel around 1700, briefing, dinner & then off 0815-0830 the following morning. On my return home I immediately searched for my next holiday with Exodus!!

Most Inspirational Moment

The stunning thought provoking views from the top of the mountains. I wanted to phone my family to share the moment

Thoughts on Group Leader

Excellent. Extremely diligent & interesting with his knowledge

Advice for Potential Travellers

Do some preparation for climbing & descending mountains. I live in a flat area so am not used to using muscles for descending many steps which you need.

Frances Burns

Reviewed November 2022

Perfect weather in November

We had a wonderful week of complete contrasts – the busy-ness of Marrakech and the quiet of the Atlas mountains. The itinerary worked smoothly and was well balanced; there was nothing that I would change.

Most Inspirational Moment

Some of the walking took us to super viewpoints with far reaching extraordinary views of the mountains. The group we were in were all positive and cheerful, and it was great to make new friends.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Ismail was quietly efficient, hardworking and eager to get everything right for us all. He was always positive and nothing seemed too much trouble. It was also great that he had the local knowledge whether it be of farming, plants, recent developments in schools, or the history of the area. You felt safe in his leadership as he was obviously very at -home in the mountains and ridiculously fit but he always kept the pace steady and safe for the rest of us. We were all genuinely very grateful to have him as our leader and sad to say goodbye.

Advice for Potential Travellers

The walks do take you up to an altitude that might make you feel more weary than normal. You definitely need good walking boots as there is a good amount of climbing rocky paths and dealing with loose stones. I found walking poles gave reassurance that I wasn't going to disappear over the edge of some of the steep slopes! Although it was November, it was bright sunshine and most of the walks are in the open and therefore no shade so a peaked cap was really important.

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