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4.7 out of 5

Colin Read

Reviewed October 2016

Walking the Prosecco Hills

Almost everything about this trip was excellent: our leader (Bob Mason); the walking and scenery; the restaurants we ate out at; and the visits – particularly to the San Gregorio winery and to Treviso. The weather was mostly warm and sunny which added to the experience. The Hotel Villa Soligo was well appointed, comfortable and the staff were attentive and helpful. It was only let down by the rather odd restaurant run by the eccentric hotel owner. They rarely served exactly what was on the menu.

Most Inspirational Moment

The walking planned and led by Bob and the visit to Treviso with a great local guide.

Thoughts on Group Leader

As already mentioned above, Bob was everything which a good leader should be. He knew and led the walks well, was always attentive and helpful, even on the free day, and was very much part of the group.

Advice for Potential Travellers

If you have not travelled with Exodus before make sure you understand what the gradings 'leisurely' and 'moderate' mean. If in doubt speak to someone at Exodus before you book. If you have special dietary needs, take an appropriate Italian language cook book and point out what this means. There is lots of good, meat or gluten free Italian food but many restaurant kitchens don't really grasp the concept.

Hugh Price

Reviewed October 2016

First Class Walking snd Eating

Marvellous walking but needing good fitness and some ability to walk on difficult rock ascents and descents. A beautiful area, great guides in Jose and Jaime, very friendly and comfortable hotel and excellent food.

Most Inspirational Moment

Standing on top of Puig Campana after a long and in places complex ascent and seeing all the other places we had been to in the week.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Jose and Jaime were both excellent. Very safety conscious and very experienced and full of interesting information about the area. Exodus has some excellent local leaders and these two are among the best.

Advice for Potential Travellers

This is more demanding than the Picos challenging week. Partly due to the length of walks and partly due to the more technical sections. There is very little height exposure and what there is not precipitous. Poles are useful, even to a non pole user like me. It does rain and can be very wet so you must bring waterproof bottoms and an umbrella or poncho are useful as it is also hot (Sept/Oct). They advise boots and those who did not use them did have a few problems. You can get away without using them but be prepared for blisters/ sore feet.

Stephen Clements

Reviewed October 2016

Costa Rica Costal secrets

I was blown away by the whole experience. Treks in the forest revealed new sights of the inhabitants every few meters. A wildlife lovers paradise.

Most Inspirational Moment

This is almost impossible to say as it was the whole richness of biodiversity that is Costa Rica's glory. The first lunch stop revealed poison arrow frogs and A Sloth! from then on it continued....

Thoughts on Group Leader

The guide was expert in all aspects of natural history and especially birds. He was charming , helpful and friendly. He made sure everyone was involved. He also introduced us to Costa Rican culture which was a nice bonus.

Advice for Potential Travellers

the trip is vey informal, changes of shirts and trousers essential although laundry services are available at the hotels. Be prepared to get up early in the morning as all the animals and birds are active at this time.The snorkelling experiences are for experienced snorkelers and not suitable for novices. The trip is very fast paced if you are in your 60's or 70's but not some much if you are in your 30's or 40's.

Angela Day

Reviewed October 2016

Mont Blanc Highlights

Very enjoyable week with lovely people. Beautiful scenery in a stunning location.

Most Inspirational Moment

Walking in the Alps looking at the glaciers, just beautiful. On our free day we did the cable car up to Aguille Di Midi it was amazing, and definitely worth doing.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Mark was an excellent leader, always chatting and telling us funny stories. He made sure everyone was looked after and always kept the group together up the mountain.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Improve your fitness before you go, some of the accents and decents are quite steep. The fitter you are the more you will enjoy it.

Felicity Stephen

Reviewed October 2016

Bosnia and Beyond

This trip was full of remarkable contrasts – the Bay of Kotor and travelling back to our hotel by boat; the windy climb by road to Ostrog Monastery; the wooded walk around Montenegro’s beautiful Black Lake; a lunch feast at Podgora; crossing borders on a suspension bridge over the Piva; Sarajevo – an extremely moving place to visit and stay; the Tunnel of Hope; Lukomir and the people who continue to live there (wonderful hospitality); the beauty of Mostar; climbing the fort at Pocitelj; the Dervish house at Blagaj, and our guide Alen’s inspired/inspiring talk there following the call to prayer… and so much more. The group was large: 18 – but with such a brilliant guide and such a lovely bunch of people – I am not complaining (though generally prefer smaller groups!).

Most Inspirational Moment

Too many to mention, so can't single out just one. All of the above! My walking boots (at least that's what they were supposed to be) decided to fall apart, the beginning of our walk at Lukomir in an area of truly outstanding beauty! So, I stayed behind in one of the villager's houses with another in our party; although disappointed to miss out on the walk, we were privileged to be invited into this home. We watched the women prepare lunch and were given refreshment; more than that - we were warmly embraced by smiles, laughter and kindness - an exceedingly memorable morning.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Where to begin? Alen really was a five stars guide and leader; he kept on 'conjuring out of the hat' in terms of knowledge, stories, insight, jokes! attention to detail, consideration, organisation and... the list could go on. I was very impressed by his skill in managing such a large group - though we were well behaved! And he was plain likeable too.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Go with an open mind and come back to spread the word about the fabulous people and places of this region.

Maxwell Robinson

Reviewed October 2016

Cycling in Albania: Big Hills, great food!

Cycling in Albania is not easy, but is rewarding. The views commanded from some of the many climbs were spectacular. We enjoyed staying in some of the more remote parts of the country and then on to the slightly more commercialised coast. The evenings were great fun, with superb food, and an interesting group of cyclists. Despite the mixed ability almost everyone completed every ride including the final climb over Llogara pass.

Most Inspirational Moment

Undoubtedly the climb up the Llogara pass felt like quite an achievement.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Dhimo (Group Leader) and Juli (Driver/Support) were fantastic. A great couple of guys. Attentive to all our needs, sociable and informative.

Advice for Potential Travellers

We travelled late Sept and it was a cooler than expected early morning and in the evenings. Definitely pay attention to the grading and daily ascents in the trip notes. It's not an easy trip. The notes describe it being chilly at the top of the Llogara pass. You soon cool down and then it feels pretty cold. We were all very pleased to take refuge in the bar at the top and glad to be served soup for lunch in the bar a few minutes into the descent. The lunches everywhere are huge and delicious. You won't go hungry.

Sarah Pritchett

Reviewed October 2016

The Best Kili Experience

I couldn’t have asked for a better Kilimanjaro experience than what I had with Exodus. The guides and rest of staff were incredibly knowledgable and attentive, the Lemosho route was beautiful and varied in its scenery and summit night – though mentally and physically taxing – was an incredibly fulfilling experience.

Most Inspirational Moment

Summiting the mountain was obviously very inspirational but I also thoroughly loved the Shira Cathedral and the Branco Wall climb.

Thoughts on Group Leader

My group leader John Maeda was a really big reason the experience was so great. He was so knowledgeable and switched on and was loved by everyone in the group.

Kirsty Graham

Reviewed October 2016

Cuban Highlights Tour

Cycling through Cuba is a great way to see the sights.

Most Inspirational Moment

Riding through the towns and hills of Cuba.

Laxapathi De Mel

Reviewed October 2016

Amazing Amalfi, Lovely Limoncello

This was a well organized trip with varied activities each day – a good mix of walking,culture and cuisine. It was an excellent introduction to this beautiful area, which made us want to return. Every member of our happy group helped to make it a memorable tour.

Most Inspirational Moment

The Walk of the Gods, Herculaneum and Pompeii. Our group meals with wine and limoncello! The cooking demonstrations at the hotel.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Eduardo shared his unique knowledge of the area in which he lives and seemed to know everyone. Not only did he skilfully steer us through the week's itinerary but also made himself available to help us make use of our 'free time'. A great combination of professionalism and fun. Without Eduardo we would not have discovered some of the local places of interest.

Advice for Potential Travellers

The least leisurely day was the one when we did the Walk of the Gods. It is not strenuous most of the way but you need to be able to manage a few areas of rocky terrain / boulders and take your time. Stopping to admire the views is a good idea anyway. Once you finish it, you feel a sense of achievement. Walking poles help but don't rely on the ones at the hotel. These are abandoned by previous walkers and not all in good enough condition.

Carl Dean

Reviewed September 2016