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From Trails to Tasting Rooms: The Unforgettable Algarve Experience

Discovering the Algarve in Portugal was fantastic. Experiencing its beauty by exploring scenic hiking trails was the right way to go. Meeting charming local business owners and talented artisans along the way enhanced the trip. Hearing the story behind a family-run olive oil press or discovering how locally grown berries are transformed into liquors gave us insight into the passion people feel for their land and how they live on it. Sampling the local wines and savoring delicious meals at cozy restaurants was a bonus.

Most Inspirational Moment

The third hike was the most difficult for me, and completing this hike felt like an important achievement. There were other hikes where we had more of an elevation increase; this one felt more challenging. The day after this hike we took a break, and it definitely felt like a well-earned break.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Inês was a kind and thoughtful leader. She was well-organized and kept everything running smoothly. She was flexible and adapted how/what she communicated to us based on the types of questions we asked. Ricardo, who acted in a supporting and guiding role to Inês, was also observant of our strengths and weaknesses and supported as a group and as individuals. They worked very well together, and we all benefited from positive leadership.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Hikes were approximately between 5 and 8 miles long, and the pace was about 2 to 2.5 miles per hour. The first two days, we did quite a bit of uphill walking. (Note: I live and walk at sea level, so consider that.) You may or may not need hiking boots, but ankle support is useful. A windbreaker is a good idea. Definitely bring layers, some times of day can be chilly, and the hills are cooler than the coast.

Highlights of Kerala

A great guide and driver, interesting itinerary and a small tour group made this a really personal holiday.

Most Inspirational Moment

Everyone loved the houseboat and the cookery demo.

Thoughts on Group Leader

A lovely man and very experienced and conscientious guide. He ate meals with us, helping with dietary requirements so that we enjoyed trying new foods. He remembered who needed ATMs and managed the tipping kitty so that we didn't need to worry.

Interesting trip

Great boat trip through the Maldives with daily snorkelling sessions looking for reef fish, turtles and manta rays and an occasional visit to a local island

Most Inspirational Moment

Snorkelling close up with mantas.

Thoughts on Group Leader

UB

Advice for Potential Travellers

Don’t chase after the mantas, stay by their path and try to lie quietly and horizontally in the water and allow them to come to you. Avoid the month of Ramadan if possible as the staff can tire out with the food and water fasting and exertions in the water.

A Trip to Remember

We felt that this was a unique trip as it managed to combined culture, cycling and hiking with seamless public transport.

Most Inspirational Moment

For me the Kaido cycle was a highlight. The views from the bridges, purchasing oranges from the market as we cycled past. Who knew there were at least twelve varieties. The quirky cycling hotel at our start of our cycle and the beautiful traditional style hotel waiting for us at the end. We also enjoyed the use of public transport as it felt part of the trip and not just a means to an end.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Ayako was an excellent guide. Navigating the public transport system was not an easy feat and we never once missed a connection. She was open to our suggestions and encouraged us to sample the local cuisine and the tradition off onsen bathing.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Be organised, travel light and enjoy the journey

Manaslu Circuit Trek

It was a wonderful experience with friendly guides.

Most Inspirational Moment

The day after the high pass, the scenery was beautiful.

Thoughts on Group Leader

He made us feel very welcome right from the start, he was extremely helpful and nothing was to much trouble for him. He was very knowledgeable and did go out of his way to assist us in exploring the city outwith the tour.

Walking in Andalucia

Exodus is well organised, explores fabulous places, great guides, comfortable, sometimes quirky and interesting accommodation, comfortable transport, is informative, efficient, and, in our experience, attracts sociable, interesting and fun groups.

Most Inspirational Moment

The variety of walks, our comfortable and interesting Cortijo, a day in Seville and the great group of fellow travellers.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Michael was organised and super-efficient, booking ahead, absolutely planned on all walks and activities, recommending sights, bars, restaurants, entertainment in places where we were 'free', being fully aware of the need for health and safety, and amazing us all with his enthusiasm, wealth of knowledge in so many areas, especially flora and fauna, and real passion for everything we saw.

Cycle Chile & Argentina: Atacama to Salta

A superbly organised trip led by a great team who went the extra mile to ensure we all enjoyed the best possible experience

Most Inspirational Moment

Tatio Geysers, Salinas Grandes salt flats, birdwatching trip to Finca Cielo Verde, cycling alongside the Conchas River

Thoughts on Group Leader

Alejandro is probably the best leader I have come across

Costa Rica's Coastal Secrets

I think you are a superb manager company. Clear ethical values, brilliant local guides and excellent support when booking. I recommend you all the time

Most Inspirational Moment

Seeing sloths and all the birds. I loved being up in the cloud forest and Corcovado was super - the snorkelling was magical as we saw turtles and sharks

Thoughts on Group Leader

Guillermo was extremely knowledgeable both about the country and cultural and historical aspects as well as a wildlife spotted and expert. He was extremely organised and clear about what and when we were doing things. He used whats app really effectively.

First trip to this area for Exodus

After a rocky start at the airport where the Intrepid representative chose to hide our name from us, we enjoyed an extra day in Hanoi. The parks were interesting as was the prison visit.
The bus journeys are long but worth it to see real life in the north. It was interesting seeing lots of folk working in the rice fields.
I wasn’t sure about the kayaking at Cat Ba but it was really enjoyable and the water was extremely calm.

Most Inspirational Moment

Visit to a family home and partaking in activities. They were so welcoming.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Tri had a great sense of humour and integrated well with everyone. I found him tricky to understand on the noisy bus as he spoke quietly. He was most helpful with language issues and quick to resolve any problems.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Walking poles were provided but several of the group chose to use their own. Get used to eating white sticky rice at most meals. Be prepared for muddy walks and leeches along the rice fields.

Tuscany Walks & Chianti Wines

It was an excellent tour. The guide (Tomaso) was excellent and very knowledgeable about history, architecture, horticulture, agriculture, wine making, olive oil making, and more. The walks were also very well thought out and the cultural days in Siena and Florence were excellent.

Most Inspirational Moment

The walks along with the information provided the guide. The cultural days in Siena and Florence were very good. The "owl" museum in Siena was really good and interesting.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Excellent tour leader. Extremely knowledgeable about many topics. Extremely friendly and helpful. Exodus should do everything they can to retain this tour leader and hire him as often as possible.