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Fantastic in Every Way - You Must Do This Ride!

Why isn’t the southwest coast of Portugal talked about worldwide as a gorgeous destination? The scenery was spectacular day after day. This trip, just completed yesterday (Sept 13, 2026) was easily one of the best cycling trips we’ve ever taken. Our guide João Colaço and support man-of-many-skills Vitor delivered a perfect, memorable experience with every minute detail organized and managed with forethought and professionalism. The riding had its challenges, and I would encourage anyone waffling between e-bike or regular bike to opt for the ebike, which made the climbs very comfortable. Our e-bikes were the best e-bikes we have ever ridden, with ample power and comfort, while taking a beating on some of the gravel roads. The food, organized by João and Vitor, was as amazing as you might imagine, from fresh fish to octopus to lamb, shellfish, and fruits and pastries. Accommodations were lovely and uncrowded, all locally owned and very charming. João’s daily briefings included expectations for the next day as well as updates on weather and wind, and cultural and historical notes. He has a vast knowledge of Portuguese history and culture and entertained us with his orientations to all the local spots. He and Vitor are truly exceptional guides, and I can’t commend them highly enough.

Most Inspirational Moment

There were many, nearly all gazing down at pristine beaches from viewpoints high above.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Outstanding in every way! Organized, detail-oriented, quite skilled at leading cyclists in a group across some challenging terrain. Very knowledgeable about Portuguese history, culture and geography. Excellent command of English. Very charming and funny.

Advice for Potential Travellers

The terrain has its challenges from some steep climbs to gravel, sandy paths. If you’d rather not dread the climbs, opt for the ebike. It made all the difference for us, turning the cycling into endless pleasure rather than anxiety over the next ascent.

Walking Portugal's Wild Algarve

The local team, Algarvian Roots provided an excellent trip. Francisco and Raphael were excellent guides. They coped really well with lots of different needs and interests in the group and were super-flexible. The walking was great and extremely interesting with spectacular views for little effort.

Most Inspirational Moment

The coastal walks were amazing, the hotels were great and the food was also great. The local trip leader Francisco was excellent and paid great attention to the needs of a diverse group of 16 people.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Francisco was very supportive, interesting and helpful. He coped brilliantly with a large group and the organisation from Algarvian Roots was excellent.

Great trip

Great small group, bonded quickly and the guide was fantastic. Hotels comfortable and clean and in great locations.

Jacob the guide was very informative both before each days hike and during the hikes providing lots of local information.

Jacob was also more than happy to provide additional guidance for any local hikes outside of the planned daily ones.

Most Inspirational Moment

The hike on the last day to get the views.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Amazing, very knowledgeable, capable and relaxed whilst ensuring everyone was safe and supported.

A fabulous week full of idiom

A brilliantly organised and executed tour – this was our first time doing a group cycling trip and we couldn’t have asked for a better experience. Our leader, Davide, had done over 70 trips on this route which meant that almost nothing was left to chance. The hotels were excellent, food stops were delicious and well timed and the support offered by Sebi was reliable and always delivered with a smile.
The cycling itself was fun and just the right length and difficulty for a mixed group. Gorgeous scenery and amazing smells of fig, pine, lemons and oranges as we cycled through the countryside. And there were plenty of swim stops when we were by the sea. Highly recommend this tour especially if it is led by Davide.

Most Inspirational Moment

The care and support shown to one of our group who unfortunately had a fall from her bike and had to go to hospital. The group rallied round and Davide and Sebi were brilliant.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Exceptional and caring and knew all the interesting places to visit often with a personal touch as he knew all the people that mattered.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Bring lots of your local idioms and the cultural exchange will be all the richer for it.

An experience definitely worth taking

We were on the Exodus trip that left on May 24, 2025. The hiking, hotel, meals, hospitality and guide were all excellent. We could not ask for more.
We would highly recommend this trip and the other 4 Exodus trips we have taken to our friends.
The hotel room was spotless and the staff so very accommodating. The breakfast had everything you could ask for. The packed lunches had 3 options for sandwiches plus all the chocolate, fruit and nuts you wanted. The 4 course dinners were amazing, with 3 options prepared by the in house chef.

Most Inspirational Moment

Arriving at the hotel and seeing the view of the snow capped mountains from the patio and hearing the nearby cow bells.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Tomas was a quiet and personable local guide with a broad range of knowledge.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Please make sure you know "your limitations". Match your "current" ability with the rating of the hike. Be reaIistic and then it makes the experience more enjoyable for everyone.

Tour du Mont Blanc Week Trek

I love Exodus! Every trip I’ve been on has been fun and well-organised, with great office support and fabulous in-country guides.

Most Inspirational Moment

Seeing beautiful Mont Blanc had to be the highlight! I enjoyed every day though - a great itinerary with challenging walks. The group was so nice and our guide was fantastic.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Great leader - fostered a really positive, fun atmosphere, whilst making sure everyone was safe and supported.

Walking the Fjords

Wonderful trip guide. Lovely accommodations. Outstanding cuisine. The best group of fellow explorers.

Most Inspirational Moment

The culture and awesome scenery both when on the move and when hiking.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Outstanding and capable young man

Walking The Amalfi Coast

The hotel staff were lovely. Roberta our walks leader was exceptional, she had high knowledge of the local area, culture, routes and was very genuine in her commitment to ensuring a high quality and safe experience. She was also very warm and funny. The other leaders of accompanying groups were also great and approachable. The hotel was really nice and away from all the crowds on amalfi.

Most Inspirational Moment

The group was excellent and I didn't feel marginalised or left out going solo. It was nice however to meet other solos in the group, though everyone came together and was friendly. Eating together as a group really helped with this. I enjoyed all the walks very much and tours to interesting places like Ravello, pompei and the volcano. I especially enjoyed the path of gods. It was a busy week, so I enjoyed the day off.

Thoughts on Group Leader

I think Roberta was outstanding and we were very privileged to have her. I think she will prove a hard act to follow on a similar trip.

Discover Namibia - Lodges

I’ve really enjoyed both trips I have done with Exodus – the mixture of local expertise and interesting companions makes for a fantastic break. I like the mixture of couples and singles, I like the smooth organisation of the trips, I like the interesting and beautiful places I have visited.

Most Inspirational Moment

Loads of them! The night sky and empty landscapes at Weltevrede. Sand dunes and learning a bit about the geology of the area. Seeing humpback whales off the boat at Swakopmund. Amazing landscapes of ancient dried riverbeds. Game drives where I saw far more rhinos than I could ever have hoped, plus elephants and lions and cheetahs and leopards. There are too many highlights!

Thoughts on Group Leader

Shane came across as a really nice guy - he was fun to be around, knowledgeable, a great driver and he clearly has a great working relationship with the folk at the lodges and guest houses we stayed at which I think really paid off for us.

What a week, What a guide, What a group!

I was travelling as an Exodus Staff Member: This trip is the perfect balance of a short break that feels like you have been away for a month, in a good way. You are completely at one with nature and in the wild, the days are demanding and you are often leaving at 0730 each day and not getting back until around 1630/1700. You have a long time on your feet with big ascents and descents, all whilst surrounded by incredible mountains. I went the first week of September and we had a mixture of weather, which really gave us the full hiking experience, instead of being upset that it was raining with zero visibility, you were happy to be out in the elemensta and conquering cols. You will have switchbacks for breakfast and sore legs for dinner, however, if you are up for a challenge and enjoy the outdoors, good food and comradery then this trip is absolutely for you! 1 peiece of advise, pack light, and then if you think you have packed light enough, pack even lighter than that!

Most Inspirational Moment

Reaching the top of the Col de Tricot, you have a cup of coffee at a refuge at the botom and just get to look at the challenge that lays ahead, that was such a fun day with a great sense of achievemnt. I loved the walks that were quieter, but you can't not add the walk up to Lac Blanc here in the highlights, the views are breathtaking and it was made even better by the fact that we hadn't yet seen Mont Blanc in all her glory until the clouds cleared when we reached Lac Blanc, it was quite something.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Adrian was fantastic, he has a very relaxed and calming aura. It's clear he is a very talented hiker/mountaineer and he balanced the groups ability fantastically, ensuring that no one felt left out, left behind, or held back. He really made a good week great. He picked an outstanding restaraunt as our final meal too which was the cherry on top.

Advice for Potential Travellers

You get barely any time in Chamonix, as to complete the full tour in a week your days are long. If you did want to enjoy Chamonix or even visit the QC Terme spa in Chamonix (a great way to end a tough week), then I would reccomend booking a post night and staying another day.