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Asa Marin
Reviewed November 2018
A trip to remember
This trip was truly an amazing adventure, from start to finish. The itinerary is very diverse, so no 2 days are the same. In my opinion I got to know Vietnam´s history, landscape and culture both through the itinerary and our knowledgeable guide, Bon.
It´s been nearly 3 months since I came back from the tour but Vietnam is still in my heart and I would very much like to go back. If not for the beautiful country…then for the delicious food.
I would recommend to book the 5 days extension to Cambodia after the trip, the beautiful temples in Siem Riep took my breath away and the gruesome history was informative.
Truely a trip to remember.
Most Inspirational Moment
We had an amazing thunderstorm on Halong Bay that showed the mountains in a mythical way and gave me goose bumps. I loved the bike ride in Hue and Bon always made sure we could communicate with the locals, who were extremely friendly.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Bon was amazing. He was so knowledgeable about the history and so good in telling us stories about every day life and get us to interact with the local. He e.g. arranged for us to have a lunch with a family in Hue, in their home and that was one of the highlight of the trip, for sure.
He was very helpful with everything and went above and beyond the call of duty.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Get massage...many massages. It helps you to get the jet lag out and well...it´s just really lovely :)
Good idea to bring a sleeping bag linen for the night on the train...and not to expect a great sleep that night.
And well...don´t think too much about it, if you want to go to Vietnam than this is the tour!
Michael Willis
Reviewed November 2018
A must do
Amazing trip all the sites were safe and our guide Khalid lotfy made the trip ten times better with his genuine friendship and knowledge
Highly recommended and if you can request a guide ask for Khalid Lotfy!
Most Inspirational Moment
Seeing the pyramids and valley of the kings
Thoughts on Group Leader
The best group leader you could get
Sandy Merrick
Reviewed November 2018
Our Nile cruise
We have just returned from our Egyptian adventure!
This is our second trip with Exodus and another successful trip full of memories and adventures.
From the moment we met up with our tour guide, Mohammed and the rest of the small group, it was a whirlwind of excitement.
The Tour was well organized, full of unbelievable sights and sounds of this fascinating country.
The cruise boat Mirage was a pleasant surprise. The rooftop sun deck was a hit.
Great food, service and engagingly friendly staff on the boat made us all feel comfortable.
Our guide Mohammed was an amazing trove of all things Egyptian. His knowledge of his country’s past was admirable.
Our group of 20 bonded early on and made this trip a truly enjoyable journey.
Most Inspirational Moment
My first sight of the Pryamids was breathtaking.
The early evenings sailing along the Nile was so relaxing.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Mohammed was so knowledgeable and a lot of fun to be around.
He joined in on the fun and joking round but kept us informed of the schedule and was well organized.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Be prepared for the early morning departures.
Jackie Woodroffe
Reviewed November 2018
Fantastic trip
This was the most amazing holiday and a fantastic way to see and learn about Vietnam
Most Inspirational Moment
The group Leader Lam's " Story Times" told us about what to do expect for that days cycle , information about where we were going and history about the country . Thank you
Thoughts on Group Leader
Lam was incredible and made the trip so enjoyable. He got to know all of us very quickly and had our dietary requirements catered for
Advice for Potential Travellers
Make sure you read the trip notes to ensure you take everything with you. I took my own saddle which I definitely recommend
Chris Powell
Reviewed November 2018
Mercenary Approach to Money, Shameful!
Overall the trip to Base Camp is a great trip and well arranged. I’ve done it three times now with different operators. Overall however, Exodus spoiled the trip for me and my fellow travellers by a mercenary attitude to money. Demanding (not suggesting or recommending) a tip of £50 per person for example. Insisting it be paid immediately when two members of the trip decided to leave early (ironically in part due to the mercenary attitude towards money, what an irony!). There are many other examples of this during the trip. In short, I will never travel with Exodus again.
Most Inspirational Moment
Getting to Everest Base Camp.
Thoughts on Group Leader
His organisational skills, helpful explanations of
Mountains and wildlife were excellent. However he let himself and the group down with his attitude to money. Very disappointing. We are people trying to enjoy a holiday, not commodities to be exploited and milked for money.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Everest Base Camp is a wonderful trek. It is inspirational and borderline life-changing. However when choosing a tour operator try to choose one that has the interests and the enjoyment of the traveller at the forefront of the agenda. I'd suggest that Exodus do not share these values.
Charlotte Ainge
Reviewed November 2018
Amazing trip can’t recommend it enough
Well organised, stress free and great itinerary with an amazing tour guide. If ever you was thinking about seeing Petra, this trip is the way to do it.
Most Inspirational Moment
The overnight stay in the Bedouin camp, we had a meal prepared for us out of a sand pit, and sat by a log fire underneath the stars in wadi rum. Absolutely incredible.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Aladdin was amazing, super friendly and nothing was ever too much trouble. He was very informative and really passionate about the history and heritage of his country. He honestly made our trip.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Just to make the most of the optional extras on the trip. We done Petra by night and that was well worth seeing. The camel ride was fun and another tick off the bucket list. Aladdin also recommended Petra kitchen, where you get to cook your own Jordanian meal. After a long day walking it’ll be the last thing you want to do but if you push yourself it was a great evening with some of the best food we’d had the whole holiday- and bonus you get the recipes too.
Ann Keene
Reviewed November 2018
Fabulous walking in New Zealand
A wonderful itinerary and excellent guides/leaders with infectious enthusiasm for this amazing country!
Most Inspirational Moment
The Tongariro Crossing and the visit to the Milford Sound, but so many wonderful days so very difficult to choose just one. I would therefore say, the entire trip!
Thoughts on Group Leader
Our group leader was Chris Cameron and second leader was Richard Mortiboys.
Chris was an excellent experienced leader with a lovely friendly personality and huge knowledge of the country and all the plants. She had boundless energy and tremendous enthusiasm for the country which was very infectious. Her organization of every part of the day was very clear and well planned, ensuring the best possible experience and full confidence in her leadership.
Richard was the second in command and he and Chris worked very well together, sharing the driving and general care of each and every one in the party. He was extremely kind and caring when some of us had left items at various places enroute and he spent a great deal of time and effort to ensure that these items were successfully forwarded.
They were both excellent leaders and they certainly made the trip a resounding success.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Don't pack too many items. When you are moving on regularly, there isn't the time or the inclination to uncover more than the top few items of clothing!
Deborah Marks
Reviewed November 2018
A hugely varied trip.
Just returned from this amazing trip. There was so much variety, from stunning landscapes to understanding life in the townships. We watched whales at Hermanos and climbed to see wonderful vistas on table mountain and the Cape of good hope. Our guide Justin was superb. He was able to lend real insight into the troubles and history of his beautiful country. He was so well organised and was a lovely person to be around.
The day at Robbin Island, followed by a visit to the Townships was a humbling and emotional day with a lot of feelings to process.
Our accommodation was all good. I loved staying in the huts at Wilderness, and dinning with the family at the guest house at De Rust was very special. Would highly recommend this tour.
Most Inspirational Moment
I loved it all! But if I had to pick one thing, it would be swimming in a large rock pool with the sky and craggy peaks above me. Or seeing a whale alongside the boat. No, I cannot choose!
Thoughts on Group Leader
Justin was probably the best tour leader I have had. Loaded with knowledge. He was able to add perspective to all our visits. He really did bring the trip to life with his enthusiasm and love for his country. Superbly organised.
Advice for Potential Travellers
My advice would be to just go!
Relax, go with the flow and prepare to love every minute.
David Hand
Reviewed November 2018
Walking the Amalfi Coast
A well organised and enjoyable trip. Just the right balance of walking and sight seeing.
An excellent hotel with good food and drink.
Most Inspirational Moment
Almost certainly the Pathway of the Gods, although the 2700 steps down to Amalfi was unusual walking for me!
Thoughts on Group Leader
The best Exodus leader yet and I have been on a number of Exodus expeditions. Nothing was too much trouble for her and coming with us to see us off on the Capri ferry in Amalfi on her day off was the perfect example.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Yes, go in Oct./Nov. Good weather and no crowds.
Proper walking boots and trekking poles are almost essential.
David Hand
Reviewed November 2018
Walking the Amalfi Coast
A well organised and enjoyable trip. Just the right balance of walking and sight seeing.
An excellent hotel with good food and drink.
Most Inspirational Moment
Almost certainly the Pathway of the Gods, although the 2700 steps down to Amalfi was unusual walking for me!
Thoughts on Group Leader
The best Exodus leader yet and I have been on a number of Exodus expeditions. Nothing was too much trouble for her and coming with us to see us off on the Capri ferry in Amalfi on her day off was the perfect example.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Yes, go in Oct./Nov. Good weather and no crowds.
Proper walking boots and trekking poles are almost essential.
