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Reviewed December 2013
CYCLING VIETNAM
A fantastic and rewarding way of seeing Vietnam. Well organised. Great bunch of people on the trip. An unfortgettable experience. The bikes were very sturdy and the variety of cycling routes was excellent.I am glad I chose this holiday as you get to see the real Vietnam by cycling through the villages. The trip was quite intensive with only 2 days rest but this is the only way of seeing Vietnam in 2 weeks.
Most Inspirational Moment
Many. Cycling through the villages with paddy fields and mountain scenery. Meeting very friendly vietnamese people and lots of high 5's with the kids. Cycling up and down the pass was just inspirational. Hoi An is a beautiful traditional place. Loved all the lanterns hanging up. Ha long Bay is touristy yes but has to be seen and ticked off. An amazing place. Food is just so delicious. Missing it already.
Thoughts on Group Leader
The group leaded Lam and the support team could not be faulted. They put so much work into the holiday to ensure everything went smoothly. I felt sorry for him as he was bombarded with so many questions but he coped admirably. Not sure about some of his jokes though.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Just do it. Make sure you do some cycling before you come. Don't take too much stuff. There are plenty of opportunities for laundry. Bring immodium,wet wipes. Take padded cycling shorts and lightweight tops. Fleece needed for Ha Long Bay if you go November-December. It was quite cold when we were there. Hoi An is a good place for measured suits and leather jackets. Just have an idea of a style before you get there. Wireless in every hotel so no issue with comms. Cambodia and Ankor Wat is easily done before the trip. It was only 1 hours plane journey from Siem Reap to Ho Chi Minh. Suggest spending extra time before/after the trip if you have time.
Reviewed December 2013
CYCLING VIETNAM
A fantastic and rewarding way of seeing Vietnam. Well organised. Great bunch of people on the trip. An unfortgettable experience. The bikes were very sturdy and the variety of cycling routes was excellent.I am glad I chose this holiday as you get to see the real Vietnam by cycling through the villages. The trip was quite intensive with only 2 days rest but this is the only way of seeing Vietnam in 2 weeks.
Most Inspirational Moment
Many. Cycling through the villages with paddy fields and mountain scenery. Meeting very friendly vietnamese people and lots of high 5's with the kids. Cycling up and down the pass was just inspirational. Hoi An is a beautiful traditional place. Loved all the lanterns hanging up. Ha long Bay is touristy yes but has to be seen and ticked off. An amazing place. Food is just so delicious. Missing it already.
Thoughts on Group Leader
The group leaded Lam and the support team could not be faulted. They put so much work into the holiday to ensure everything went smoothly. I felt sorry for him as he was bombarded with so many questions but he coped admirably. Not sure about some of his jokes though.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Just do it. Make sure you do some cycling before you come. Don't take too much stuff. There are plenty of opportunities for laundry. Bring immodium,wet wipes. Take padded cycling shorts and lightweight tops. Fleece needed for Ha Long Bay if you go November-December. It was quite cold when we were there. Hoi An is a good place for measured suits and leather jackets. Just have an idea of a style before you get there. Wireless in every hotel so no issue with comms. Cambodia and Ankor Wat is easily done before the trip. It was only 1 hours plane journey from Siem Reap to Ho Chi Minh. Suggest spending extra time before/after the trip if you have time.
Reviewed December 2013
DISCOVER SRI LANKA
Well thought out itinerary and activities, combining history, culture, wildlife, activities etc.
Most Inspirational Moment
Tsunami monument on beach at Yala.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Excellent
Advice for Potential Travellers
Enjoy! Take lots of Deet.
Reviewed December 2013
CYCLING VIETNAM
This was a fantastic trip due to the scenery, the peolpe, the cycling which was just the right level for me and most of all a very carring team and guide to look after us all day long which made everything so easy
Most Inspirational Moment
Cycling up to the pass was very exhilarating and rewarding.The sceneries all along the roads are amazing.The welcoming of every child and adult along the way is heart worming.Hoi Ann is a fantastic place to have couples of days rest.The boat trip and night in Hanoi Bay with the kayaking trip are
Thoughts on Group Leader
Lam was the most smilly, carring, patient and kind person I know. He was constantly checking on our needs and comfort. He always kept is calm when we were asking him time and time again the adgenda of the day despite him eplaining it very clearly the 1st time but because of us not being focused. His knowledge of his country is exellent and we could ask him any type of questions he always knew the answer. He really made this trip interesting and comfortable. He is a fantastic guide.His team, Hi, the truck driver and bus driver were also ever so helpull and carring, they also made this trip ever so pleasant
Reviewed December 2013
CYCLING VIETNAM
This was a fantastic trip due to the scenery, the peolpe, the cycling which was just the right level for me and most of all a very carring team and guide to look after us all day long which made everything so easy
Most Inspirational Moment
Cycling up to the pass was very exhilarating and rewarding.The sceneries all along the roads are amazing.The welcoming of every child and adult along the way is heart worming.Hoi Ann is a fantastic place to have couples of days rest.The boat trip and night in Hanoi Bay with the kayaking trip are
Thoughts on Group Leader
Lam was the most smilly, carring, patient and kind person I know. He was constantly checking on our needs and comfort. He always kept is calm when we were asking him time and time again the adgenda of the day despite him eplaining it very clearly the 1st time but because of us not being focused. His knowledge of his country is exellent and we could ask him any type of questions he always knew the answer. He really made this trip interesting and comfortable. He is a fantastic guide.His team, Hi, the truck driver and bus driver were also ever so helpull and carring, they also made this trip ever so pleasant
Reviewed December 2013
THE INCA TRAIL
We opted for the Moonstone trek, as we thought it would be more remote than the Inca trail , it was absolutely amazing, the only other people we saw on the whole trek were locals, and only about three of them. Outstanding views and pretty hard walking due to the altitude, but well worth it. Just excellent.
Most Inspirational Moment
It was all just a brilliant trip
Thoughts on Group Leader
Elijah our trek leader was informative, amusing and very efficient. A great chap, the chef , Wilbur, seemed to magic the most incredible three course meals out of the kitchen tent.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Think about the Moonstone trek as an alternative to the Inca Trail, you will not be disappointed
Reviewed December 2013
CYCLE MOROCCO'S GREAT SOUTH
My first ever cycling holiday and first time with Exodus. Really enjoyed the experience despite coming down with a persistent stomach bug the night before I joined the group. True that it’s good to have some cycling miles in your legs if you’re new to touring. I’d done a bit of training with local cycle groups and was glad I had – having said that I’m still not a fast cyclist so you don’t need to be super-fit.
Most Inspirational Moment
Getting to the top of the 21km climb and then sailing down the 30km descent the other side! And meeting some great people in the group
Thoughts on Group Leader
Unfortunately I probably gave him my stomach bug - he was certainly unwell for a few days - so coped admirably in the circumstances. Good to have a second person on hand as a safety net.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Build a good bit of cycle fitness if you've not been in the saddle for years. Realise that there are quite a few transfers involved in this trip - and there's not much space in the back of the vehicles! Also that there are no toilet facilities for 90% of the time whilst you're out on the road - just in case you're squeamish about that sort of thing. The support vehicle is your safety net - I got in it the first day when I was feeling really poorly. So with that guarantee, I'd say go for it!
Reviewed December 2013
CYCLING VIETNAM
A really well-organized trip, with great guides and support throughout. I enjoyed the choice of hotels and the restaurant choices that were suggested in the evenings. The bikes were of a very high standard, robust, worked well and were well maintained. The choice of cycle routes was good, with a variety of flat, hills, coastal and village routes. It was great that we could cycle a route on our own, knowing that we just had to carry on the same road and either come across the bus or staff telling you where to go , or be picked up by the guide at the back if you spent some time taking photos etc.
Most Inspirational Moment
Cycling through the paddy fields and the villages.
Seeing all the children shouting at you at the side if the road and coming from school. They loved to slap your hand as you went past, shouting and screaming!
Seeing the Cu Chi tunnels
Cycling the big hill challenge near the end of the trip
The happy spirit of the guides we had and Vietnamese people we met
Thoughts on Group Leader
Our Group Leader, Lam, was just great. He just dealt with and organized everything with a happy and calm demeanor. He was good fun and made us all feel that we were being looked after. He was very knowledgeable and was always able to tell us something about the parts of the country and people we were visiting. We always had the information we needed at all times and didn't have to ask many questions at all.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Do some cycling training before hand, if you are not a regular cyclist.
Take your own seat or a gel-seat cover!
Take cycling shorts, with chamois padding - and Assos cream!
Take 2/3 of the clothes you think you'll need (there's chances to wash stuff cheaply)
Reviewed December 2013
CYCLING VIETNAM
A really well-organized trip, with great guides and support throughout. I enjoyed the choice of hotels and the restaurant choices that were suggested in the evenings. The bikes were of a very high standard, robust, worked well and were well maintained. The choice of cycle routes was good, with a variety of flat, hills, coastal and village routes. It was great that we could cycle a route on our own, knowing that we just had to carry on the same road and either come across the bus or staff telling you where to go , or be picked up by the guide at the back if you spent some time taking photos etc.
Most Inspirational Moment
Cycling through the paddy fields and the villages.
Seeing all the children shouting at you at the side if the road and coming from school. They loved to slap your hand as you went past, shouting and screaming!
Seeing the Cu Chi tunnels
Cycling the big hill challenge near the end of the trip
The happy spirit of the guides we had and Vietnamese people we met
Thoughts on Group Leader
Our Group Leader, Lam, was just great. He just dealt with and organized everything with a happy and calm demeanor. He was good fun and made us all feel that we were being looked after. He was very knowledgeable and was always able to tell us something about the parts of the country and people we were visiting. We always had the information we needed at all times and didn't have to ask many questions at all.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Do some cycling training before hand, if you are not a regular cyclist.
Take your own seat or a gel-seat cover!
Take cycling shorts, with chamois padding - and Assos cream!
Take 2/3 of the clothes you think you'll need (there's chances to wash stuff cheaply)
Reviewed December 2013
CYCLING VIETNAM
An excellent balance of good cycling and the highlights of Vietnam
Most Inspirational Moment
The long bike descent from Dalat, kayaking Ha Long Bay, and especially returning to Vietnam and seeing some villages I worked in 43 years ago
Thoughts on Group Leader
Danh did a great job -- extremely knowledgable and invariably helpful and organized. The rest of the crew was also first rate.
