Most Inspirational Moment
Dubrovnik city walls - and old city within
Thoughts on Group Leader
very good and helpful
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DUBROVNIK & THE DALMATIAN COAST
Excellent trip from Split to Dubrovnik and will definitely go back to Croatia in the future.Guide was very knowledgeable about his country
WALKING THE AMALFI COAST
Stunning scenery and some lovely walks. Do be wary if you’re doing this holiday because its rated Easy/Moderate. If you’re very unfit or not walked before you will struggle (as some of our group did). Only slight criticism were that we were based in one hotel so you have dinner there every night and the food was of a lower quality than if you were eating a la carte. Pretty bog standard fare and you expect better when in Italy.
Most Inspirational Moment
Swimming in the Amalfi Sea after a long day's hike down to beautiful Positano
Thoughts on Group Leader
Excellent
Advice for Potential Travellers
If you're unfit or never walked before don't think this trip will be easy.
CYCLE INDOCHINA & ANGKOR
A trip that takes you to some places you probably wouldn’t go on your own, with people you wouldn’t ordinarily meet and includes some interesting cycling routes.
Most Inspirational Moment
Seeing different lives, homes etc as you cycle where often only a local would go allows you to get under the skin of 3 different countries. With all respect to the Thailand section I doubt if we saw the best that Thailand has to offer but nonetheless it was a good way of getting to Cambodia! The Temples of Angkor Wat were fantastic and unless you were incapable of cycling for some reason then cycling around the temples has to be the very best way to see them. The site is huge so you don't want to be on a bus in that heat and humidity! The killing fields and associated museums of death were just awful to visit and learn (in my case) even more about man's inhumanity.
Thoughts on Group Leader
The 2 key group leaders were nothing short of terrific and the different support crews in each country were excellent
Advice for Potential Travellers
The fitter you are the more you will enjoy the cycling but don't worry if you are an occasional weekend cyclist you will cope. If you really want a cycling holiday with lots of miles then you should probably choose something else - the Rajistahn trip I've done previously nor example. Be prepared to buy an extra suitcase and fill it with locally made branded goods and make a fortune on e-bay or the local car boot sale or just make your friends happy! Shopping in Ho Chi Minh is an experience not to be missed - you should probably leave your wife at home!
THE TROPICAL SOUTH
This is a relaxing trip with plenty of interesting things to see and do. There is a lasting impression of a riot of colours and lush greenery, mad roads and cheeky monkeys.
Most Inspirational Moment
I was inspired by the Keralan backwaters as it is hard to find places to completely unwind and simply drift along in the sunshine with not a care in the world, only think about where you will find your next coconut to drink.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Ajith is a wonderful human being, very caring, intelligent and openminded. Nothing was too much trouble for him and he surpassed all expectations. He probably knows more about history and culture than the local guides!
Advice for Potential Travellers
Feel free to scream as much as we did during the jungle walk through leach infested bush. I am sure it is very therapeutic and funny afterwards! If you are offered leach socks, take them and the leach powder. Yes, elephant droppings that are damp usually mean that there could be one in the vicinity. You are not in a safari park.
PERU EXPLORER
This was one of the best holidays I have enjoyed. The leader, Rene Calancha, was brilliant, the variety of sights and experiences marvellous, the company great. I wholeheartedly recommend it.
Most Inspirational Moment
Too many to choose one: all the many archaeological sites we visited (Machu Picchu just one!); the museums, notably the Museo de Arte Precolumbino in Cusco; the trip to the Islas Ballestas, and the many birds and herds of camelids we stopped to look at on the plains - and the sea otter I spotted frolicking in the Pacific, and the six foot long tree boa our guide caught in the rainforest.... And the Moonstone Trek, on my own, with Jesus (the guide), the excellent cook (that Andean barbecue!), two horse men, four horses, and a foal... and the night sky in the Andes. Too much.
Thoughts on Group Leader
The immaculate Rene! What a star. Just so kind and thoughtful on top of being so organised and knowledgeable (thanks for all the birdwatching Rene!) We all miss him.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Not necessary to bring dollars really - cash machines were available in the main towns and I found out (too late) that you can order Peruvian currency here in UK! (Exchanging dollars at Lima airport not recommended - poor rate).Take your own sleeping bag and liner but don't bother bringing your Exodus kitbag as the ones supplied free to others for trek seemed ok.The Moonstone Trek is well worth doing, if you are fit, not necessarily 'more challenging' than Inca Trail (bit more altitude but no steps!) with interesting alternative sites (one with mummy included!) It also included more time to explore Ollantaytambo, which was worthwhile.Read Cloud Road, by John Harrison. Do explore Cusco well - the Museo de Arte Precolumbino is the most beautiful of archaeological museums and should be high on your list.
WALKING ON THE GREEK ISLANDS
We have done several Exodus walking holidays and this one was disappointing in terms of the nature of the walking – three gentle strolls – and value for money – all the hotels were very basic. We spent the following week on two other islands doing self guided walks and staying in far better accommodation for nearly half the price. So in our opinion, this trip is only worth doing if you want to be in a group and/or want your travel arranged by a guide.
Most Inspirational Moment
Paros is relatively unspoilt.Santorini was overrun by tourists but its beauty cannot be denied.
Thoughts on Group Leader
The group leader was helpful and pleasant.
Reply from Exodus
Since this review was posted we have amended the grading of this trip to a leisurely classification and we have updated the descriptions of the walks in our literature; these changes have been well received by clients.
ANTARCTIC EXPLORER
WE had a wonderful experience in the Antarctic and also spending a few days in Ushuaia before our departure on the Clipper Adventurer. Thanks must go to Kim Christie for sorting us out with travel and accommodation when the Ship broke down in December, 2011. Within a few moments of returning Kim rang to check we were home safely and 24 hours later we we rebooked on the February trip.
Most Inspirational Moment
Sitting in a Zodiac watching Killer Whales (about 90) swimming towards us. Absolutely thrilling.Humpback whales passing under the Zodiak and rolling slightly to look at us. Unforgetable.Sitting with hundreds of penguins watching them going about their business and watching us with great curiosity. I have some wonderful photographs of penguins studying the landing of the Zodiacs with a very amusing tilt of the head. Leopard seal with the biggest gape when it threw its head back to yawn. Barbeque on deck surrounded by wonderful Glaciers and Icebergs in beautiful sunshine. We were very lucky with the weather.
Thoughts on Group Leader
All the expedition crew were superb. Nothing was too much trouble for them and all were very knowledgeable.They worked very hard to give us the most memorable experience. The ships crew each and everyone succeeded in making this one of the best experiences of my life.I would like now to go to the Arctic before I am too old. Having said that the oldest person on our trip was 85.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Warm hat, gloves and something to cover your throat to keep the draught out when move swiftly in the Zodiacs. The Jackets supplied were absolutely superb.No time to read or anything as the expedition crew give lectures and displays and eating so much excellent food, meeting so many new friends and staying in touch when you return.
DISCOVER NAMIBIA
A good all round trip covering a large part of Namibia. The waterholes at Etosha mean that animals congregate there during the dry season so viewing them there is easy if that is what you want; Swakopmund provides opportunity for other activities.
Most Inspirational Moment
Seeing several rhinos and groups of oryx. The unnexpected events such as seeing an aardwolf on the night drive, or the sun coming out at Swakopmund, where I was able to take photos of flamingos in flight for the first time, the male kudu on the footpath at Waterburg plateau.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Compared to other guides, maybe a bit too relaxed, particularly about making late departures from the campsites which reduces the opportunities for seeing animals at first light and seemed to mean some fast driving. Ok if you prefer a lie in when you are on holiday.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Take SA rand with you. It is used interchangeably with the and avoids the problems experienced by some of our group when changing money at the airport on the way in. Also, you are allowed to bring it back out again. The Namibian dollar can't be brought out and Windhoek dutyfree charges about 3x the high street price.A lot of viewing in Etosha is done by standing on the seats to look out through the roof. If you are less than about 1.65m (5'5") it makes it difficult to use a camera and if you stand on the floor you are going to be looking between the legs of those who are a bit taller. If you are taller than that, then no worries - it gives you a better view than the people in the land cruisers.
PETRA & WADI RUM BY BIKE
Well-organized trip. Hotel was good. Food was good. We had many opportunities to try the local dishes
Most Inspirational Moment
Cycling through the desert with not a soul in sight except for the cycling team. Wind in your hair and breath-taking panaromic view.
Thoughts on Group Leader
He and his team did a good job to guide us through rough patches
Advice for Potential Travellers
Keep in mind the local culture when selecting dress items
MONTENEGRO, BOSNIA & HERZEGOVINA
A great trip discovering the variety and beauty of areas off the typical tourist map.
Most Inspirational Moment
The Sarajevo tunnel museum was very moving, the visit to the remote village of Lukomir was really interesting, and the views and landscapes were truly beautiful.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Anaid and Damir were great, very approachable and friendly with great knowledge of the cultures and places we were visiting.
Advice for Potential Travellers
There is a lot packed in to the trip, but make sure you use the free time to go for a wander, or a swim. Make the most of all the places you visit and try the local specialities!