Most Inspirational Moment
Stromboli summit
Thoughts on Group Leader
Genny was superb guide
Advice for Potential Travellers
Pack layers and good camera
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Unforgettable fireworks
Greatly structured trip, with a lot of varied trips and sights. Genny, our guide, was amazing – superb customer service!
Good mix of walking and wining!
Really enjoyable trip. Great Food, wine, hotel, company. Exceptional guide, thanks Serena! Would highly recommend!
Most Inspirational Moment
The vistas on our last hike day on the mountains.
Thoughts on Group Leader
5 stars out of 5
Oh dear
Disappointing service from the company. Itinerary description didnt really match up with events. No biologist with the cheetah tracking as advertised. Possibly inexperienced guide lacking information about anything. Most drives were done in guide silence. My Homeward info was only given to someone else a complete stranger that happened to be on the same flight. It had the wrong departure hotel on it nothing was corrected. When you are that far from home you need your info correct and in your possession
Most Inspirational Moment
Seeing the elephants unfortunately most animals were only seen at the waterholes.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Not much. A nice person but leader no
Advice for Potential Travellers
Dont go with exodus but if you do insist you get info about your holiday not a generic trip that isnt yours
Reply from Exodus
We would like to thank Anne for her feedback, although we regret that she was disappointed with her trip. We are sorry there were no biologists on the visit to the Namib Carnivore Conservation Centre. We now understand that either a biologist or conservationist from the centre can be present when we visit the cheetahs and so we have updated our trips notes to reflect this. We are sorry that Anne was disappointed with the tour leader. Whilst he had received previously excellent feedback, we will ensure he is given the required training to help him develop his organisational and communication skills, including shadowing more experienced leaders on upcoming tours. We have spoken to our local team about better ways to provide transfer information to our clients and for our local team to ensure that the information is accurate. John Penge – Product Manager
Stunning Sierra de Aitana
This was an outstanding walking trip. Our guide Jose was very enthusiastic about the area and the activities. He was good fun and the holiday was made extremely enjoyable by both him and the other people in the group. The walks were fast paced and of a good length. It was nice not to get back to the hotel too early, although we still had plenty of time for drinks and a swim before dinner. Food is authentic and remained excellent throughout the week. Lunch time sandwiches are something else! The hotel is perfectly positioned in a very quiet area with fabulous views. The walks are all very local but varied. Perfect!
Most Inspirational Moment
So many stunning views and great rock formations. The Spain we rarely see.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Jose was excellent. I wouldn't hesitate to go on any other trips he was guiding.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Go there!
Amazing experience
Well organised, fantastic guides, wonderful experience amongst the highest peaks in the world. Never to be forgotten.
Most Inspirational Moment
Landing at Lukla to be at the Himalayan gateway.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Complete trust in Kumar who knew exactly what to do, when to do it and how to do it.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Trust the guides, they will get you to the destination.
I think I'm turning Japanese?
We loved Japan. The people were amazingly friendly and helpful, the food was an experience in itself. The different culture had to be witnessed. The lack of litter was refreshing. The punctuality of the trains had to be seen to be believed.
Most Inspirational Moment
Seeing Mount Fuji emerge from the clouds when we arrived at Hakone.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Initially disastrous. Pepe? stepped in on day 2 and was excellent until he handed over to Shin-ichi Maruyama who provided excellent service for the remainder of the tour. He really went the extra mile, including guided tours around Tokyo that weren't part of the itinerary. He always ensured that the group kept together, essential when connecting trains where there was a 5 minute gap between them.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Just savour the whole experience. The Ryokans, especially in Takayama were very different but should be taken in context. What's the point of staying in 5 star hotels. You would just be missing out on a truly Japanese traditional inn. Surely that's the whole point of the trip. Plus the food was exceptional. Also be prepared for long days, long train journeys and lots of walking. But if you want to see so much in such a short period this is what it takes.
Enjoyed Prosecco in the Prosecco Hills
This walking tour was very enjoyable; walks were of modest difficulty and quite scenic in terms of views of the vineyards and surrounding countryside. Guide provided excellent service, frequently going beyond the call of duty. Transportation to walks was excellent. Accommodations at Hotel Villa Soligo were very good; hotel staff were very courteous and welcoming. Meals included in package were excellent; guide also provided good advice for other dinners.
Most Inspirational Moment
Panoramic views from Monte Cesen on the last day of walking were awe-inspiring, in spite of the somewhat hazy day. Visit and tasting of prosecco at the San Gregorio winery was also very enjoyable.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Our group leader, Serena Cassol, was excellent. She shepherded the group effectively, keeping us on time without being annoying. She gave us good advice for the dinners which were not included in the package and also for the activities which were possible on our free day. She is an enthusiast for the prosecco region and that helped a lot.
Advice for Potential Travellers
The distances noted on the trip notes are often longer than the actual distances walked. While the walking is of modest difficulty, I would recommend using walking poles because the trails are frequently uneven and have loose stones so the walking poles are very helpful for balance.
Great itinerary but let down by poor accommodation
The itinerary was very interesting and our tour leader Barbara was great. But the accommodation overall was not good. I wasn’t expecting luxury accommodation but clean and comfortable. However, in every hotel including the 4 star hotel in Ostuni there were problems for various members of the group but the worst was the Sassi accommodation in Matera where I had fresh black mould in my bathroom. Like the other recent reviewer, I found the included dinner very poor. Our group was also supplied with a minivan and bus on two different days that had broken seatbelts. I really would have liked to have rated this trip higher because the sights and experiences were great.
Most Inspirational Moment
Walking around Alberobello and Matera
Thoughts on Group Leader
Barbara was a delight. Knowledgeable, warm and attentive to the different needs of the group.
Reply from Exodus
We would like to thank Lynette for her feedback. Whilst we are pleased that she enjoyed the itinerary and found her tour leader, Barbara, to be great, we are very sorry that she was disappointed with aspects of the accommodation. The properties on this tour are usually in typical Apulian style buildings and generally receive positive feedback, so we regret if members of her group encountered issues. The hotel in Matera is carved from rock, thus reflecting the typical and unique architecture of the town, but the material sometimes causes issues with dampness when it rains and we are sorry that this affected Lynette’s stay. We have followed up the issue regarding the broken seatbelts with our local operator to ensure with the transport supplier that this does not reoccur. Marta Marinelli – Product Manager
Cape Town and the Garden Route
One of the most ‘magical’ trips we have ever been on. experiencing different locations and cultures, seeing amazing scenery and wildlife and learning about the ‘real’ S Africa. Travelling with like minded people was a bonus. Our group bonded together well, due in part to our amazing guide Justin Barr, who promoted the ‘feel good’ factor.
Most Inspirational Moment
Many, but seeing lions and whales close to, and visiting a 'community' were very special moments
Thoughts on Group Leader
Justin Barr is simply the best leader you could ever have. He is passionate about the tour and his country and leaves no detail to chance. He was inspirational in finding the best places over and above what formed the tour and he looked after our every need. Thank you Justin, you are amazing.
Advice for Potential Travellers
S Africa can be hot and cold in 1 day. Take cool and warm clothes. Take the extra tours offered as they make the travel experience very rounded. Especially, do not miss the 2nd Game Drive on day 2. You see spectacular wildlife close up, and finish after dark with a great meal in a wonderful location. The 'township' (now called 'community') tour, gave us an insight into part of S Africa 2018 that we could not have experienced elsewhere
Beautiful island, great walks
There’s a huge variety of scenery on La Palma and this week gave us a taste of everything. The walks aren’t especially long but there’s quite a lot of ascent and descent so I’d agree with the grade 4 rating. Although part of the Canary Islands there’s often a bit of cooling cloud about and it didn’t feel too hot for walking. The accommodation was all good; six nights in aparthotels with lots of space, one in a regular hotel. The tour leader Henry was excellent, knew a lot about the island’s culture, geology and wildlife and was really friendly and approachable.
Most Inspirational Moment
Lots of stunning views of the volcanic scenery