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Ruth Adams
Reviewed May 2014
Cannot Recommend This Trip Highly Enough (ACE)
This was a busy trip with some slow relaxing days thrown in during the cruise and on the overnight train journeys- giving us a chance to catch our breath. Because we packed so much in, we saw highlight after highlight. I would highly recommend a trip to China to see a country in the middle of drastic changes- so much vitality is unmistakable.
Most Inspirational Moment
The most inspirational trip was likely seeing Tai Chi and dancing in the parks on a constant basis......as for the sightseeing- probably Leshan with the Giant Buddha and the park surrounding it- despite the crowds.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Kris Cheung was absolutely fabulous as a trip leader- kept her cool, and kept us moving forward......made us feel comfortable, and had a ton of information for us. I really enjoyed travelling with her.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Be prepared for the busy periods knowing it will be off-set by the slow periods......throw yourself into the trip, and enjoy the food......I am afraid that is one thing I really miss! Try it all- be adventurous......you only live once!
rosemary swinney
Reviewed May 2014
Jane Swinney
Fantastic holiday with amazing wildlife including tigers in all the parks we visited. Would highly recommend this holiday with good accomodation and fab food.
Most Inspirational Moment
Many but spending time with the school kids sponsored by Exodus and seeing so many tigers in their natural enviroment
Thoughts on Group Leader
Bali was fantastic and could'nt do enough for you. He definately made the trip memorable.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Don't ignore the warnings in the trip notes about the cold..................6am in an open top jeep was freezing through to the bones.....pack wisely!
Ruth KEIR
Reviewed May 2014
Hummus fest 2014
Hummus, camels, Indiana Jones and Dead Sea mud with a fabulous leader and fun group.
Most Inspirational Moment
Standing on top of a ledge looking down on the Treasury in Petra. Petra by night was also a great experience.
Thoughts on Group Leader
We were lucky to have Ali who was excellent. He spoke great English and was very knowledgeable and rightly proud when it came to teaching us about his country. He was an expert at cat herding and got us where we needed to be efficiently. He was well organised and gave us just the right amount of information. We had a mishap owing to torrential rain flooding our desert camp so he was able to sort an alternative camp at short notice which was much appreciated.
We were lucky to have Ramzi the tourist policeman with us too. It was a little disconcerting at first realising we had an armed guard but he was a lovely guy who quickly became part of the group despite speaking little English.
Advice for Potential Travellers
There are mosquitoes especially in Wadi Rum and they ate me alive. If you are equally as tasty bring nuclear strength repellant and consider a citronella coil for beside your bed. Returning to work with a face like a plague victim has been interesting!
The boat trip at Aqaba was great - snorkelling and lounging in the sun and a nice lunch.
Bring proper walking boots for the Petra hiking.
If you want to buy Dead Sea products do it at the airport as they are much cheaper.
The Living Room bar in Amman was good with nice cocktails. Watch out for bar prices which often don't include tax. 12 quid beer can be a bit of a shock!
Check your travel insurance small print re camel riding- not everyone was covered.
Buy water in the mini-marts it is much cheaper. 0.35dinar vs 1-2 dinars!
If you have a tourist policeman with you make sure to be nice to him and his hard exterior will crack into a singing, photo-taking, small person lifting, smiling fun guy. Also be sure to coo and wave at him in front of his tough cop pals. This will go down well!
The shop next to Karak castle sells Petra cornettos.
Shareef Esoof
Reviewed May 2014
Petra & Wadi Rum Trek
Really enjoyed this trip and trek. Wadi Rum is absolutely breathtaking and Petra is something quite spectacular. There are also lots of other places to visit in Jordan if you have free time. The people are friendly also and I loved the food.
The trek through Wadi Rum was great, it really is a beautiful place. The scenery is amazing. The desert is tranquil and inspiring. I think Exodus have graded this trek well and put it as medium difficulty. Anyone with some trekking experience will be able to do this fairly easily, you just have to be weary of the heat. Also walking in sand for a long time will make the muscles tire out quicker. The hotel accommodation is excellent and the tents provided were also decent. Our group were really nice also.
Highly recommended.
Most Inspirational Moment
Wadi Rum and Petra were both magnificent.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Sammi our group leader was excellent. He really took care of the group and had a lot of knowledge about Jordan in general. The chefs and the other supporting guides were also really nice.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Sun cream is a must.
Drink plenty.
James Reardon
Reviewed May 2014
A Week in Jordan
It is impossible to describe how beautiful Jordan is. The rugged landscape, barren plains of Wadi Rum and the magnificent Petra are a sight to behold. The people are friendly and welcoming and the food is delicious (although you might not want to see hummus for a while afterwards!).
What made the country so special for me, however, is down to Exodus. The group of people I travelled with were such a diverse mixture of people, but all of them were funny, interesting, genuine and shared a real passion for travel and Jordan. It was easy to be those things thanks to the packed itinerary that meant every day felt like a new adventure. And we remained wonderfully relaxed throughout thanks to the fantastic team, led by the inspirational Ali our guide. Whose enthusiasm, patience and generosity honestly made this holiday the experience it became.
I’d recommend Jordan and Exodus to anyone seeking a special holiday.
Most Inspirational Moment
After having the misfortune of being possibly the only group ever to have our camp in the desert flooded by torrential rain on the day we were travelling there (apparently rain in area is very rare!). Our guide moved heaven and earth to find us another camp so that we didn't miss the unique experience of spending the night in a Bedouin camp. I am so grateful he did, as it proved to be one of the highlights of the trip.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Ali is the best. I cannot say more than that.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Buy water in shops, much cheaper
Ann Jones
Reviewed May 2014
Fantastic Trip
This is a great trip. The accommodation is truly a gem. Lovely rooms set in beautiful surroundings with great food all freshly cooked by Mamma. Great varied walking from high granite summits to low valleys and lakes.
Most Inspirational Moment
Getting to the top of the summits and doing a little bit of scrambling which I had never experienced before.
The amazing views
The beautiful forest walks
Having your lunch "on top of the world" from your summit stops looking out and down for miles
Thoughts on Group Leader
Sara is most definitely the best Exodus guide I have had - and I have done 17 trips with them! She is caring, encouraging, patient, knowledgeable and really inspires confidence. Nothing was too much trouble for her and she constantly suggested and provided extra things for us way above the call of duty. In addition she has a great sense of humour and fun to be around but maybe more importantly you feel 100% safe in her hands
Advice for Potential Travellers
If you are considering this trip do it, it's great. Do take walking poles- they really are useful. If you are wondering what to do on the free day the popular option of Lucca is a great easy day off -it's a lovely little city and easy to get to and from
Ian Hunter
Reviewed May 2014
Discover costa Rica
This is a first rate trip seeing all the important national parks and wildlife centres. The chance to see some of the most diverse fauna and flora in the world was a chance in a lifetime. Superb leader and driver, Good qualty accomodation in fascinating locations.
Most Inspirational Moment
Tortuguera national park on the carribean coast.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Excellent. He had an encyclopedic knowledge of birds animals and plants, which made all the differnce if your knowledge was very limited, like mine. Great organisational skills, and superb interpersonal skills made the trip very enjoyable for everyone.
Diane Cowan
Reviewed May 2014
A Taste Of Cuba - fabulous!
A fast paced tour and a great holiday.
Most Inspirational Moment
Seeing hummingbirds on our trek at Vinales; The first Mojito with a gorgeous view; The Red Road and loadsa crabs (shame about the squashed ones); The chameleon in the coffee shop; The salsa class; Casa de la Trova in Trinidad; The Buena Vista Social Club in Havana.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Felix was great. He made sure we all had a great time, adapted the itinerary to suit us and kept us on track when we had to be. He was very patient too. He has great knowledge and passion for his country and it shone through.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Book a few extra days in Havana. You do not get long enough there to enjoy this fabulous city.
Don't bother with soap and pens etc for the locals. Just be ready to tip everyone!
Martin Langham
Reviewed May 2014
Food, wine and history in Greece
This was a first cycling holiday for me and my son Rob. The holiday worked brilliantly in accommodating our different fitness levels and having a wide range of ages in the group. The organisation was faultless and we even got the best of the weather despite being early in the season.
Most Inspirational Moment
The Theatre of Epidaurus was the most interesting destination and you appreciate the calm and the shade much more having cycled to it from the coast.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Christiana put her heart and soul into the trip and ensured the group enjoyed the cycling, the history and the evening meals. The best moment was Christiana handing out large chunks of Halva at the top of the climb to Mycenae - truly food of the gods!
Kristos and Giannis tirelessly provided all the unseen support that go to making the trip go without a hitch.
Advice for Potential Travellers
You need to bear in mind that Greece is a hilly country and be ready to cycle up hills. Bring a camera - there are so many picture opportunities from the profusion of wild flowers, the archaeology and the fantastic scenery.
DAVID BELL
Reviewed May 2014
cycling in Greece
Wonderful scenery and cycling on generally traffic free and quiet roads. Very competent leader and 2 assistants who could not do enough for everyone. Wonderful food and good hotels.
Most Inspirational Moment
All the cycling was fantastic with wild flowers everywhere and very little traffic.
Great restaurants chosen by Christiana.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Christiana was very competent and enthusiastic. She kept good control of the group, and with the help of her two assistants, catered for all our needs. Every hill climbed was rewarded with fruit or a local snack.
Advice for Potential Travellers
The cycling was not too difficult but do some training before you go. A gel saddle or your own might be more comfortable than those provided.
