This trip was more than I expected thanks to our guide. She made each day flow smoothly and organized evening meals for those of us who wanted to enjoy it with the group.

Mable Chan-Simons Highlights of Portugal

Everything was well organised, on time and looked after on your behalf. The quality of the food was excellent – always surprising what the chef can rustle up in the mountains in his chefs tent. Nothing was too much trouble for any of the porters / muleteers.

Pace during the week was good, the whole group was always together and we all made the summit thanks to Mohamed. Shame about the summit views with the cloud base on summit morning – you never can guarantee a view at the top .. but the rest of the weather was blue skies the whole way – got some awesome pics.

The group individuals was amazing, as they always are with an Exodus trip – we even had a couple of Americans on our group, which made for great discussions.

Simon Bath Climb Morocco's Mt Toubkal

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Richard Chandler Cycling Indonesia's Islands

A scenic trip in a dedicated truck to Namibian areas not normal visited. fabulous scenery, Geology and local people with just (for me) the right amount of wildlife viewing. The group (12) got on really well and enjoyed lots of fun and experiences

andrew denton Discover Namibia – Camping

Highlights of Romania is a fantastic trip for travellers who want to experience authentic culture, history, and local life. Our lovely guide, Christi, encouraged us to ask questions and to really get to know local people and their lives. What impressed me most was how many genuine connections we made throughout the journey, from meeting local artisans and learning traditional crafts to staying in welcoming family-run guesthouses.

The medieval town of Sighișoara was a real highlight. Walking through its beautifully preserved streets felt like stepping back in time. Equally memorable were visits to traditional workshops where we learned about wool spinning and even had the chance to try our hand at weaving alongside local experts.

The accommodation may not be luxurious, but it is full of character and provides wonderful opportunities to meet local hosts and enjoy home-cooked Romanian cuisine. Every guesthouse offered a warm welcome and a deeper insight into daily life in the region.

The itinerary is well paced for active travellers who enjoy immersive cultural experiences. Along the way, you’ll discover fascinating Orthodox and Saxon heritage, beautiful countryside, historic castles, and lesser-known parts of Europe that remain refreshingly untouched by mass tourism.

I would highly recommend this trip to anyone interested in history, culture, local traditions, and authentic travel experiences. Romania exceeded my expectations and left me wanting to return and explore even more of this remarkable country.

Simone Pfluegl Highlights of Romania

Joao was an excellent leader. The quality of equipment, accomodations and the overall experience was top notch.

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