Reviews

Most Inspirational Moment

Exploring the various islands and taking in the beautiful scenery from the bike was very inspiring - I will definitely return to Croatia.

Thoughts on Group Leader

The group leader, Vladimir, was very good. We enjoyed his company, he was good fun, very organised and very knowlegeable. He was also very calm and reassuring in a couple of difficult moments. The only disappointment was on day two when several of us had to take the support bus instead of completing the ride as we ran into some time pressures. We would have preferred to have started the ride an hour earlier so we could have finished it comfortably.

Advice for Potential Travellers

The brouchure suggests you need a good level of fitness but not so much experience on a bike. However, I think some level of bike experience is desirable. Most of the rides were on road or track but we had a couple of short off road sections, plus the first two days had quite challenging hills. I'd also suggest all travellers bring their passports, E111 cards and insurance details with them at all times. Sadly we had a couple of injuries that were more difficult to resolve as the individuals were not carrying these items with them at the time. I'd also recommend cyclists ensure they have snacks to bring with them on the bike as some days we went quite long distances before a lunch break.

Most Inspirational Moment

Wild camping out in the middle of nowhere where the stars lit up the night sky and there were no other humans for miles around. Watching a huge herd of elephant bathing and playing in the waterhole. Finding a family of desrt elephants and wathcing the eat and play.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Hans was incredibly well organised. He lead the team well and the way they set up the camp each night and the amazing food that they created over the camp fires made the holiday experience exceptional. Mathias was the guid in my vehicle and he had eagle eyes for spotting the wildlife, he was very knowledgeable about all things Namibia; there were no questions he couldn't answer and he had a great sense of humour so there were lots of laughs on the long drives.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Be prepared for all extremes of temperatures, we had some very cold nights but also some warmer evenings and some hot days.

Most Inspirational Moment

All the walks exceeded my expectations, including the scrambles and climbs.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Emily and Eric were brilliant and looked after us well, chosing the walks to fit the group.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Have no hesitation to book but come out fit, you'll enjoy the walking all the more.

Most Inspirational Moment

The ascent of Montesombre & stunning views all the way to the sea-? 50Km away

Thoughts on Group Leader

She was quite wonderful and really took the trouble to get the best experience for us - checking the weather by getting up early and driving to vantage points to see what the weather was really like before setting off & adapting walks as necessary.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Do this one, don't be nervous - we had stunning views & did some scrambling - all done safely through good planning & excellent leader

Most Inspirational Moment

The Dolomites scenery is stunning with mountains with spiky peaks - very unusual. Very green parts too.

Thoughts on Group Leader

The leaders (Eric and Emily) gave me great confidence and both of them treated you as an individual, and really wanted you to have the best holiday ever! Both were very kind.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Take good boots, poles and some warm clothes.

Most Inspirational Moment

Visiting Macchu Picchu and Amantani Island.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Brilliant in Nasca, but failed to bring the group together. Had a tendency to speak to a few of us and could have been more informative during the long bus rides. Occasionally put his interests first.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Be prepared for early starts and long bus rides. Bring clothes that can be layered as there is a wide range of temperatures. Snacks and your own toilet roll are very handy.

Most Inspirational Moment

Sitting outdoors on top of the Zugspitze (ca. 9000 ft.) enjoying the stunning views and eating Apfelstrudel and drinking Löwenbräu on a gorgeous September afternoon!

Thoughts on Group Leader

N/A: self guided.

Advice for Potential Travellers

I would advise decent walking boots, and poles if you use them, and waterproof jacket and trousers as it can certainly rain here. Take insect repellant and bite cream too. The area is photogenic so a good camera with plenty of memory is a must. I forgot mine!!! Make sure you have the extensive trip notes as the walks can be quite complicated. Due to an oversight we didn`t receive ours and would have been at a loss, but another member of the group who we became friendly with shared hers. This issue has been resolved with Exodus and we still had a wonderful time. The paths are well signposted anyway and, as mentioned in another review, the recommended routes can be customised to suit your own tastes.

Most Inspirational Moment

Hard to answer this

Thoughts on Group Leader

Not applicable

Advice for Potential Travellers

Make sure no film crew in residence!

Most Inspirational Moment

I particularly enjoyed the day walk on Korcula and visiting the old town of Dubrovnik.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Dalibor was excellent. He understood the group very well and made sure everyone was looked after. He was calm and very well organised.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Take good walking shoes for the two day walks as the ground can be very rocky. This is a relaxing trip for those used to third world destinations in that the toilets are nice, the water is safe, people speak English and you can relax!

Most Inspirational Moment

The cycling was fantastic. Not too difficult climbs although you had to be quite fit. The acommodation and food was excellent.

Thoughts on Group Leader

We had three leaders to which everyone was fantastic in looking after us. They made sure the bikes were safe and were very attentive to all the group. Also gave a lot of history about the Island.