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I had a really wonderful trip cycling through Nicaragua, Costa Rica and Panama. It is 3 very interesting countries and the trip had lots of variations. Nicaragua is really untouched so would highly recommend spending a few extra nights here before the start of the trip – to see some more volcanos in the North around León. Costa Rica is the most touristy of the 3 – but very beautiful with a lot of great nature and a good chance to spot some animals. Panama is very interesting and in particular the Panama Canal and the old part of Panama City, which reminded me a lot about Havanna in Cuba.
Most Inspirational Moment
It is hard to choose - but I think one of the highlights for me was definitely to see the Panama Canal and the big ships going through the locks in the Canal. The exhibition centre with the observation deck and the museum in relation to the Canal is a great place to spent some hours.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Roberto was a really nice group leader - with a big passion for his country and Central America. He was also a really good cyclist and very keen on to ensure everyone was having a good time.
Advice for Potential Travellers
It can get very hot and humid at times so ensure to drink lots of water while cycling. Otherwise just enjoy it - it was not as hard as I thought it was going to be since the distance every day is quite reasonable.
Diane Diane
Reviewed December 2014
Walking in Mallorca
Super guide, entertaining, experienced, and great information. Accommodation questionable
Most Inspirational Moment
Every walk was awesome and than was down to Edward and his knowledge of the island, of the fauna and flora and of the super views.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Awesome
Advice for Potential Travellers
It makes a difference if your fit, and good at walking on rocky paths and up mountains, and lots of them....
Reply from Exodus
We were sorry to learn that Diane found the accommodation to be questionable. On this tour we spend the first four nights based in Puerto Sóller, where we stay in either Hotel Eden Nord or its sister hotel, Hotel Eden. Both are simple, clean three-star hotels, with swimming pools and are located within easy walking distance of the charming bay, shops and restaurants. For the remaining three nights we stay in Lluc Monastery, a 13th century building set amidst tranquil countryside. We recommend bringing some cards or a good book to while away the evenings in this remote but highly picturesque spot. Jennifer Cox – Trip Manager
John Watson
Reviewed December 2014
Cycling Vietnam
Every aspect of the trip exceeded expectations.
Most Inspirational Moment
Cycling with the local school kids.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Faultless.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Level of support while cycling is higher than I was expecting. Put all the stuff you might want in a day bag to leave on the coach, you don't need to carry it with you on the bike.
A gel saddle cover worked for me and meant I didn't need to spend all day in soggy padded shorts.
Get some clothes made in Hoi An. It's a lot of fun.
John Watson
Reviewed December 2014
Cycling Vietnam
Every aspect of the trip exceeded expectations.
Most Inspirational Moment
Cycling with the local school kids.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Faultless.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Level of support while cycling is higher than I was expecting. Put all the stuff you might want in a day bag to leave on the coach, you don't need to carry it with you on the bike.
A gel saddle cover worked for me and meant I didn't need to spend all day in soggy padded shorts.
Get some clothes made in Hoi An. It's a lot of fun.
Santina Brunelli
Reviewed December 2014
VIETNAM ADVENTURE AOV150307 Depart March 6th 2015
We travelled from Hanoi all the way down to Ho Chi Minh City.
It was a great journey which enabled us the experience different sides of Vietnam.
Most Inspirational Moment
Each day was special!
Halong Bay was magic and the overnight train journey to Hue was great fun!
Mekong Delta and the homestay was simply amazing.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Our group leader (Bien Tran) was great!
He provided all the info needed, he was always on time and followed the trip schedule.
He was providing very useful info about the daily life in Vietnam and about the history of his country.
... last but not least, he was so funny and made the group bond so quickly!
Advice for Potential Travellers
Everything is really well organised and you have some free time as well to do your own things.
Just remember to "go with the flow" and enjoy!
alex maclennan
Reviewed December 2014
A fantastic country
A whirlwind tour of an engaging and fascinating country. The pace and variety means that you are constantly seeing and experiencing new sights and sensations. This is a well constructed tour that takes in many of the key experiences of this wonderful country. It would be impossible to see so much if you were travelling independently.
Most Inspirational Moment
The two half day cycle trips were the best bit of the whole trip. We have many other memories like sea kayaking in Ha Long Bay, boating and walking through the Mekong delta, chatting to the local guide at My Son, the grime and noise of Hanoi to the quiet and cleanliness of Hoi An.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Thanh Vo is unfailingly smiling, chatty and informative and made sure that everything ran like clockwork for our tour. Nothing is too much trouble for him. He is lovely guy and an excellent frontman for Exodus in Vietnam.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Make sure you do the bike rides, the homestead meal in Hue and the cook school in Hoi An.
Ulrike von Saldern
Reviewed December 2014
Amazing
Definitely one of the best holidays I have ever been on. Amazing wildlife, fantastic guides, good hotels and even the weather gods were on our side (3 minutes rain on the bike was the only time we got wet :-)). The cycling starts off very easy in the first few days but then gets more challenging when entering Costa Rica.
Most Inspirational Moment
Seeing the first sloth, sitting on a tree branch, clinging to the tree trunk and sleepily smiling into my camera.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Janielle was the first female tour guide I had on an Exodus trip and she was the best guide I ever had. She never got stressed about anything, expected to have to tell things several times, is very knowledgeable and very organised. I don't think we would have ever managed to get some food or for that matter pay for it without her organisational talents ;-).
Advice for Potential Travellers
Start a diary on day one. There is so much to do and see that after a few days you cannot even remember what the first hotel was like. Oh, and take a big memory card as you will want to take lots of pictures :-).
Peter James
Reviewed December 2014
Fantastic Holiday
I booked this holiday right at the last minute and was nervous that I had made the right decision – I am so glad I did! This was my first cycling holiday and the first time I had been on a bike in 5 years. It was tough but great fun.
The whole holiday was organised to perfection from start to finish.
Great to meet new people and experience Vietnam on 2 wheels.
Vietnam was beautiful and the people so friendly.
I would recommend this holiday to anyone – I wish I could go again tomorrow!
Most Inspirational Moment
Aside from the great company, beautiful country and people, it was amazing to see a country that had been through so much in recent history and, although not wanting to forget the past, looking forward to their future with no bitterness of past events.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Mot Hai Ba .....Yoh!
"oi choy oi"
Long was great fun, full of knowledge and nothing was too much trouble
Advice for Potential Travellers
Although I hadn't been on a bike in 5 years, I wish I had done some practise. Not for fitness reasons but my backside was oh so sore for a few days!
Peter James
Reviewed December 2014
Fantastic Holiday
I booked this holiday right at the last minute and was nervous that I had made the right decision – I am so glad I did! This was my first cycling holiday and the first time I had been on a bike in 5 years. It was tough but great fun.
The whole holiday was organised to perfection from start to finish.
Great to meet new people and experience Vietnam on 2 wheels.
Vietnam was beautiful and the people so friendly.
I would recommend this holiday to anyone – I wish I could go again tomorrow!
Most Inspirational Moment
Aside from the great company, beautiful country and people, it was amazing to see a country that had been through so much in recent history and, although not wanting to forget the past, looking forward to their future with no bitterness of past events.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Mot Hai Ba .....Yoh!
"oi choy oi"
Long was great fun, full of knowledge and nothing was too much trouble
Advice for Potential Travellers
Although I hadn't been on a bike in 5 years, I wish I had done some practise. Not for fitness reasons but my backside was oh so sore for a few days!
Dave Thomas
Reviewed December 2014
Cycling in Sardinia
I had a really fantastic week! Lots of great rides through breathtaking scenery – a couple of challenging climbs, lots of brilliant descents, great swimming at lovely beaches, fab food, good company and lots of laughs.
Most Inspirational Moment
Giovanni and Marco's sudden, unexpected picnics; pretty little towns: Carloforte, Calasetta, Pula; a fantastic storm over the sea at Nebida; flamingoes!
Thoughts on Group Leader
We were really lucky to have both Marco and Giovanni – they are great guys and they did a fantastic job. They know so much about the local area, and the best places to go and they made sure that everything went really well. They are great company, too.
Advice for Potential Travellers
You don't need to train to do this holiday, but if you do a few shortish runs and a couple of climbs then you'll enjoy it even more.
