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4.7 out of 5

Reviewed October 2011

KILIMANJARO CLIMB - RONGAI ROUTE

I can see now why the trip notes refer to some people saying this is the hardest thing they have ever done. I’d agree – but the exhillaration and sense of acheivement made this one of the most rewarding things I have ever done too.

Most Inspirational Moment

Reaching Uhuru Peak - the holy grail for all kili climbers!

Thoughts on Group Leader

Henry Fernandes of African Walking Company was fantastic. A true gentleman with exceptional mountain knowledge and a sense of humour - a real gem! Henry we salute you!

Advice for Potential Travellers

Summit day is tough, making things comfortable on the way up really helps. Make sure you take serious sunscreen - proper high factor ski-type sunscreen. Even the standard factor 30s-50s were struggling at altitude. Take boiled sweets, they really help with energy and motivation. Take rehydration salts. Number one - listen to your guide!

Reviewed October 2011

NATIONAL PARKS OF THE WEST

An excellent tour, covering a wide area but allowing adequate hiking time in the famous National Parks. The variety of trails available in the Parks make the tour suitable for people of different abilities. The scenery was tremendous, and the hotels generally of a high standard.

Most Inspirational Moment

Undoubtedly, the Grand Canyon is an awe-inspiring sight, but the rim views of Bryce Canyon and particularly walking the trails in that Canyon were probably the best moments of the tour.

Thoughts on Group Leader

The group leader was fine. An experienced tour leader he was well acquainted with the region and organised the various walking options in the Parks well.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Limited time is allowed at San Fransisco or Las Vegas at either end of the tour. Potential travellers might consider whether they wish to add a couple of days (or more) at these locations.

Reviewed October 2011

UZBEKISTAN UNCOVERED

A well constructed tour, culminating with the visit to Registan Square in Samarkand. The hotels were adequate and the local food passable. Each of the towns Khiva, Bokhara and Samarkand have there own individual attractions and were well worth visiting, particularly when one reads into the turbulant history of the region. An excellent and eye-opening tour.

Most Inspirational Moment

Perhaps the first sight of Registan Square was the most inspirational

Thoughts on Group Leader

The group leader, an Uzbek national, had a good knowledge of the region and organised the tour well

Advice for Potential Travellers

It seems that the whole road between Khiva and Bokhara is being upgraded at present - be prepared for a rough ride. Always take the group leader's advice on suitable places to eat

Reviewed October 2011

ATLAS PANORAMA

This was the first time I had tried a holiday of this type, and I would certainly book similar in the future. The balance of city and rural life, guided tours and independant time are ideal. The gite on this trip was not as basic as our group had envisaged – and the food was a delight. If fact so good we told Hasan he should provide a recipe book.

Most Inspirational Moment

Hmmm.....Loved watching the traffic in Marrakech and eating dinner in the square at night.The village in the mountains, where life is slow, but people are self sufficient; they don't appear to have much, but on my return to life in Marrakech I know which life I would chose. The call to prayer in the mountains.Meeting Mohammed and the donkey on the first day for a picnic lunch.The 20 mile walk on the last day. The group of people we were with.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Hasan was perfect. He spoke very good English, had a great sense of humour and was very informative about local and Morrocan culture. He explained the itinery well. He joined in with our group and is a whiz at Uno!

Advice for Potential Travellers

Ensure you have waterproofs. When it rains its cold rain! and you can lose body heat very quickly.Purchase Dirhams at the airport, or at a cash machine. I took Euros as per the information on the website, but Dirhams are more widely used.Take a pack of cards/games and a book for the evenings.

Reviewed October 2011

CYCLE THE CAMINO DE SANTIAGO

This was a really great trip- the history of the Camino, interesting towns, the Galician countryside, some reasonably challenging climbs and a good group of people who got on well.

Most Inspirational Moment

Arriving in Santiago, but also the days we climbed up to O Cebreiro and cycling through the Galician country lanes.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Nacho and Jaime were both excellent and looked after the group really well, and with a great sense of humour.

Advice for Potential Travellers

If you like historic cities, consider staying an extra day in Santiago at the end. For those of us who cycled on the last afternoon, we only had an evening there which isn't time to have a good look round.

Reviewed October 2011

MOUNTAINS & VILLAGES OF EVIA

well up to Exodus' usual high standards. Lovely island, warm welcome. good walking with plenty of interest. exexcellent robust rustic food with plenty of choice

Most Inspirational Moment

Probably climbing up to the ancient Imperial Roman marble querries - a fantastic location and fascinating historical tale.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Thanos was an excellent leader - nothing too much trouble and he took very good care of us. his love and enthusiasm for Evia was evident in all his stories and tales about its history.

Reviewed October 2011

Highlights of Turkey

Turkey is an amazing country and this tour gives a comprehensive taste of much of what there us to experience – friendly people, great food (despite one or two exceptions), amazing archaeological sites and architecture, art, landscapes and weather (again, in the main!). Really great trip for those who expect a lot from their travels. You will probably feel that you didn’t have enough time there, i certainly did.

Most Inspirational Moment

Difficult to pin-point; as a lover of landscapes, i really loved walking bare foot on Pamukkale the naturally occurring terraces of carbonates deposited by hot springs (even though it was damp and over-cast, in fact for me that made it special); there were some really beautiful sunsets by the coast; and the eroded tufa landscape of Cappadocia is mind boggling (as are the homes past and present built in them). And some of the ruins are breath-taking, in particular the theater at Aspendos, the theater at Termessos shrouded in mountain cloud, the dizzy height of Pergamon, and the very intact stadium at Aphrodisias, i couldn't believe it. Then there are the beautiful mosques, the Byzantine mosaics, the impressive museums. And finally modern day treats of shopping in the baza and relazxing in a hamman. All fantastic.

Thoughts on Group Leader

I thought she was really nice, and very impressed with her knowledge both local and historical considering we went to so many places and Anatolia was peopled and governed by so many different cultures over the Millenia. She very rarely said 'I'm sorry I don't know' despite our many questions. Also this was my third trip with Exodus and this was the first time a group leader gave me a language lesson (an a4 sheet of numbers, useful phrases etc) and how to the pronounce them, it went a long way. She proposed very good restaurants for our meals, all the sub standard meals (3) that i had, i sourced myself!

Advice for Potential Travellers

Yes - pack a light waterproof mac, hat/ scarf / gloves and at least one warm jumper as there are sometimes thunderstorms and it gets cold. Food and especially drink were quite a bit more expensive then i'd anticipated. Buy a string for your sun glasses to hand round your neck you're always putting them on and taking them off! If you get travel sick make sure you bring tablets as some long days driving (fine though plenty of great landscape to see out of the window). Make sure you bring enough camera memory, on the last day i was having to edit to make room for new photos! Also unlike other trips there was no reading material on the bus, so make sure you have something.

Reviewed October 2011

CYCLE NICARAGUA, COSTA RICA AND PANAMA

I had absolutely the best time!!! I’m still buzzing from this holiday and smile everytime I think of it. I don’t really class myself a cyclist (everyone I met at the airport massively played down their expert cycling ability!), but I am generally fit and cycle from time to time so was fine. Despite being near the back on most of the hilly journeys, this was no issue and our leader encouraged us not to rush or race, and to enjoy the holiday and the scenery and I certainly didn’t feel I had to hurry up and catch the others, despite the fact they were mainly ahead of me. To spend two weeks wheeling around the central american countryside is a wonderful way to spend a holiday, it was beautiful, warm, warm even when it rained, the people were really lovely, I laughed non stop, we all bonded quickly, which isn’t difficult when you have a group goal, the hotels were better than I expected (except 1 or 2), food was great/ok, and we were thoroughly looked after by the leader and the guides, in every aspect.Agree with Rita that some people might like more background/contextual information about the countries, although personally this didn’t bother me, I just like the cycling, but some might prefer this, but to be fair to Rob, on every other aspect he was 110%, in terms of making sure we were comfortable, happy, healthy and had everything we needed. Please go on this trip if you want a challenging but feasible outdoor adventure. If you’re struggling, just have a bus day and talk in Spanglish to Luis!

Most Inspirational Moment

I can't really decide, but there was a long up and down section in Costa Rica somewhere, I was miles away from everybody else (but a guide always behind, so you are always safe I hasten to add), had my ipod on (which we shouldn't really advocate as I guess that's a bit dangerous), and I was so happy I was almost dancing on my bicycle. I reached the others, saw the bus in the distance, and just collapsed with exhaustion and exhileration when I got to them. I was a pathetic heap lying in the road, but very happy.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Rob is organised, efficient, personable, social, and completely trustworthy. He knows what people need (laundry, the right food, beer, sufficient breaks etc). We didn't have to do a thing when it came to border crossings, hotels, or anything administrative. I think i lost a few brain cells on this trip as I didn't have to use them

Advice for Potential Travellers

Thanks to my (experienced) room mate the following were indispensable:a pegless washing line, travel wash and a travel plug, a travel kettle, two mugs, and tea bags/coffee sachetsbring your own cereal if you struggle without a decent breakfast (sometimes iffy)Take cash, its just easier.

Reviewed October 2011

PETRA & WADI RUM TREK

Someone had said to me before I went to Jordan that I would fall in love with Jordan and I have to say after my trip there I have.

Most Inspirational Moment

Walking and camping in the desert for four nights. The tranquility, scenery, group, food and nights round the campfire will stay with me forever as will Zain with his hubbly bubbly! Mastering the art of putting up a tent!

Thoughts on Group Leader

Hasan was a wonderful guide and did everything to make sure all of us in the group enjoyed our trip.Hasan has so much knowledge and passion about his country. His stories round the campfire kept us all amused.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Wet wipes! Ankle support walking boots are also a must due to one of our group getting injured due to boots with no ankle support. If you're a clean freak that can't cope without a shower for four days then this trip isn't for you.

Reviewed October 2011

WALKING IN SARDINIA

A chance to do some lovely walking and meet some like minded people.

Most Inspirational Moment

Loved the last 3 walks in particular, each offering a chance to experience different aspects of the area.

Thoughts on Group Leader

The leader did a fantastic job making sure that all group members had a good time/had their needs considered.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Dorgali is only a small town so be prepared to make plans to either explore further afield or take books etc. entertain yourself on the rest day.

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