Reviews

Most Inspirational Moment

Climbing the 6km killer hill that was prefaced by a 4km hill that was challenging in its own right. It was at the end of a 62km day and after backing up from such a miserable previous day it was quite a euphoric feeling charging up that hill ( I made it a workout and gave myself a time to do it in)

Thoughts on Group Leader

Nacho was terrific. A great personality who was good for a laugh but also took his role as leader very seriously. His offsider Xavier, was a great back up and the two of them made a great team.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Make sure you train properly. If you are coming out of an Australian winter try and do at least 3 Spin sessions a week. If you can get out complement the Spin classes with some hill training on a real bike. If you are a fair weathered cyclist and you like to ride around a lake on a Sunday this isn't the trip for you . Like most things in life you only get out of it what you put in. Most people don't do strenuous cycling 6 days in a row let alone challenging hills that you will encounter on this trip. Have a coke at lunch time too it helps you get through the afternoon.

Most Inspirational Moment

Thoroughly enjoyed the last day's cycling along the Amalfi coast. Fabulous views and I felt that the drivers along that busy road were considerate to the cyclists.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Paolo was a good leader, and was a great support to me personally when I struggled in the heat/climbs on the first day. Safety for the group was paramount to him, so sometimes I missed the reward of speeding down the descents after a tough climb.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Beware teh mosquitos in the agroturismo stop - they were waiting for us and the repellants seemed to be to their liking.

Most Inspirational Moment

The family home at over 5,000 feet self sufficient having cows, sheep and chickens.

Thoughts on Group Leader

A friendly informative chap but let too much time slide by to miss a few things

Advice for Potential Travellers

If you book this for the walking and after all it is called walking in Albania you need to get at the guide about time to get everything done

Most Inspirational Moment

Driving across the Masi Mari and viewing the big Cats. Not just once, but on several occasions and being just a few meters from them. The seem just not to be bothered. Seeing the "Chase" the "Kill" the "Attack" such photo opportunities, not to be missed.Even sightings of Rhino.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Our tour leaders were the "Drivers/Guides". We could not have asked for more from them.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Have a good camera. And be prepared for the holiday of a lifetime.

Most Inspirational Moment

Several - Halong bay for the scenery, the optional cycle ride in Hoi an. The overnight train journey even though we didnt sleep too well. The Mekong Delta and Cu Chi tunnels

Thoughts on Group Leader

Outstanding - everthing ran like clock work. He was very efficiant, knew the best resaurants in all the locations we visited. Excellent service

Advice for Potential Travellers

Visit now before it becomes a popular destination

Most Inspirational Moment

Visiting the beautiful town of Moustiers and looking down in the Verdon Gorges.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Pierre had been thrown in at the deep end as the regular tour leader could not make it. Shy at first, he soon got used to us and became an important part of the group. His knowledge of the area could not be faulted and his pace on the walks was always sensible.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Take a travelling kettle as there are no coffee/tea making facilities. Don't expect gourmet food and make sure you ask for the cheese course!

Most Inspirational Moment

Can't pinpoint one moment, the Cares Gorge was spectacular and the higher ascents were breathtaking, it is just such a worthwhile experience.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Outstanding, extremely knowledgeable on the local area (born and bred nearby) and passionate about the Picos, he took great care in looking after those who needed extra help.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Carry plenty of water and take a sunhat. I took poles although I'd never used them before and was grateful for them. I definitely recommend this trip.

Most Inspirational Moment

Getting past the narrow ledge on the way to the three chimneys

Thoughts on Group Leader

Group leader Karl - excellent. He did a great job welcoming everyone and making the group at ease. Also good sense of humour along with some excellent tall tales. It was great to have a leader in which you had total confidence in. His knowledge of the area was second to none.

Advice for Potential Travellers

I have a certain nervousness re heights. I managed all the hikes thanks to good advice by Karl.

Most Inspirational Moment

Getting on top of the hills!

Thoughts on Group Leader

Both group leaders were excellent. They really got along with each other and both had a sense of humour.

Most Inspirational Moment

Seeing the fields of sunflowers mile after mile, and the beautiful wheat fields. Hard not to feel life is good!

Thoughts on Group Leader

Dana was very nice and wanted everyone to have a good time. More knowledge of the history and towns we visited would have been nice. Also more knowledge about the restaurants as we arrived in a new town would have been helpful so we didn't have to wander looking for a good place to eat. That's fun sometimes but when you're tired, advice is great!

Advice for Potential Travellers

Bring your own bike seat. The seats on the bikes are not very comfortable. Also, if you're a tall man, bring your own bike. The tallest bike frame was 20 inches. I am 5'8" and the two tall men on the trip who were well over 6 feet had the same bike as I did. They were not impressed and were often uncomfortable. I took the trip in July and it was often very hot. Bring a large water bottle and electrolyte tablets.