Your Words – We tell it like it is! Holiday Reviews by previous Exodus travellers
Here at Exodus we thrive on feedback from our customers. It’s the only way we can ensure our trips continue to be the best they can be. So, for the real tales, twists and turns of the trip you’re interested in, look no further than the reviews from our previous travellers.
Simply use the selector below to search our trip reviews and start reading real feedback from real Exodus travellers who have ‘been there and done that’!
Lots of our clients also like to post handy tips and advice about their travels. It’s great to know what to expect on an Exodus adventure before you go, so make the most of their experience and you’ll make the most of yours!
Haven’t posted your review yet? Here’s how to do it…
Once you return from your Exodus adventure holiday, you will be emailed a link to add your review. Any feedback collected is posted onto our website, totally unedited.
Alternatively you can navigate to the relevant trip page and add your review via the Reviews tab.
Select a trip specific review:
14448 Reviews
4.7 out of
5
Reviews
Jane Hoskisson
Reviewed June 2018
Loved every minute....even the rain!
This trip was to celebrate a big birthday for a dear friend, and it was truly one of the best ways I can imagine to usher in a new decade. We are casual cyclists so it was great there was nothing too daunting in terms of distance and elevation – and I was so distracted by the stunning scenes that I did not mind the odd view stop on the steeper bits.
Most Inspirational Moment
I will never forget turning the corner and seeing beautiful Lake Garda - truly magical, and I thought it could not be topped - that was until Michele took us to look at the roof tops of Venice. Breathtaking!
Thoughts on Group Leader
Michele and Martino were a great team, and I think Michele's local knowledge shone through in terms of his recommendations for restaurants every evening. He's a passionate Italian Ambassador, and for sure the trip was greatly enhanced by his local knowledge and passion for this beautiful part of the world.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Bring a sense of humour if it rains!
Graham Ritchie
Reviewed June 2018
postscript
Sorry, I meant to add that Exodus should perhaps delete the reference to the “library” on the cruise from the Trip Notes. The library consisted of 16 dog-eared books left behind by previous travellers. Only one was in English.
Most Inspirational Moment
n/a
Reply from Exodus
We would like to thank Graham for his feedback. We are, however, sorry to learn of his disappointment with the selection of books on the cruise. Our local operator has advised us that there are usually more books available, but sometimes a number of books end up in clients’ rooms and in other areas of the boat, such as the sun deck. Our local operator has also confirmed that they plan to add more books to the library, in order for clients to have a greater selection. John Penge – Product Manager for Africa
Graham Ritchie
Reviewed June 2018
Great trip!
A thoroughly enjoyable and well planned trip. Our guide Sujan was great. Hotels of good standard. Good bunch of people.
Most Inspirational Moment
Seeing the devotion of old people climbing Adam's Peak.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Excellent, very amusing.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Wear socks on temple visits to avoid burnt feet. Leeches are a problem, wear leech socks (£20) or poly bags inside your boots (free).
Kath Singleton
Reviewed June 2018
Treking in Croatia
This was my first trip with Exodus & won’t be my last (says it all really!)
Good overview of many areas of Croatia – cities, National Parks, coastal towns.
Most Inspirational Moment
I really enjoyed the final days walking as it was just a little more challenging - I would have liked all the walks to have been longer as we were often finished by 3-4pm.
As I went in May it was still Springtime, so the meadows & hedgerows were beautifully green with plenty of wild flowers to be found.
The company was great & our Guide made sure we were all included in decision making for stops, meal out etc.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Mario was excellent - informative friendly, willing to walk at a sensible pace. Lots of interesting discussions during the day & at mealtimes.
Advice for Potential Travellers
This was my first holiday on my own & I was understandably excited but a little apprehensive. I would have no problems going alone again. In our group we were all 'singles', but it didn't matter.It was well organised & meeting up with the Guide & the group was really easy.
Gillian Forbes
Reviewed June 2018
Religious and religious historical highlights of Georgia and Armenia
This trip is only really suitable for devout Christians or religious and historical architecture scholars, there is so much emphasis on ancient churches, monasteries, cathedrals etc. and the details of their contents. There are many long drives, and very little free time to enjoy the beautiful scenery and/or wildlife. Tbilisi is wonderful and certainly worth the journey
Most Inspirational Moment
Tbilisi
Thoughts on Group Leader
Leader in Armenia was very organised, spoke impeccable English, seemed genuinely caring for the group
Leader in Georgia was enthusiastic, clearly loved Georgia but was not quite so good at keeping to the time or keeping a check on all the group
Both leaders tended to lecture for too long on the religious/ history/ architecture of every building we entered
Advice for Potential Travellers
Don't expect too much apart from religious buildings and long journeys to access them
Reply from Exodus
We would like to thank Gillian for her feedback, although we regret that she did not enjoy her time in Georgia and Armenia. We appreciate that there are many religious buildings to see whilst travelling these countries, this is due to their cultural heritage and these are all detailed in the trip notes. We find most clients enjoy the balance between historical and current-day cultural experiences; however we are genuinely sorry that Gillian’s experience was not so positive. We will discuss with the local manager if we can include any further local, interactive activities.
Marta Marinelli – Product Manager for Georgia & Armenia
GEORGE TARBUCK
Reviewed June 2018
An excellent adventure
A great holiday with memorable sights.
Most Inspirational Moment
Petra was amazing and two days well spent.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Eddie was great.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Take toilet paper and imodium. You will need both. If you drink then take duty free with you. Drinking in Jordan is expensive and hard to find. Almost impossible during Ramadan.
Good walking shoes for Petra. Hat is essential.
barry leon
Reviewed June 2018
cycle in greece
have been on quite a few cycle holidays with exodus and exp[;lore and always have given 5 or 4 star ratings, this time only 3 star. This was mainly down to the tour leader Demitreas who is a bit set in his ways. There was an unusual heat wave for that time of year and temps were up to 90degree . by midday. This would of been OK as they have you on the bikes by 8 am most mornings when its cooler. The problem was we would be only riding for a short distance, and then stop to see some really interesting ruin then a massive lunch spread laid on which is very nice.Consequently we would start off after all this food about 2pm. doing fairly difficult climbs and distance in the main heat of the day. I had numerous conversations with Demitreas with regard to changing the itinerary to suit the weather conditions but he was quite an arrogant chappy who was not prepared to compromise. OTHER than that the trip was pretty good with decent accommodation and a friendly group.It will not put me off on booking future trips.
Most Inspirational Moment
The hotel; stay up in the mountains was fabulous,good food and very chilled
Thoughts on Group Leader
The group leader was a girl called Naovi who was absolutely lovely.,but as explained above Demitrias was calling all the shots and making all the decisions, I think he was training Naovi.Get rid of him and keep her.
Rachael Hardbattle
Reviewed June 2018
A fantastic trip full of variety with amazing places to visit
A trip well worth taking. The amazing places we visited took our breath away at times. Even on the long travel days the views were spectacular making time fly.
Most Inspirational Moment
Lake Titicaca and the reed islands
Thoughts on Group Leader
Sebastian was very good - a warm man with a good sense of humour. He was tested during our trip due to travellers becoming unwell. He still made sure everyone else was ok which was very professional. He is now trying to help me with some lost shopping in Cusco which I am very thankful for.
Advice for Potential Travellers
What to wear is tricky due to the forever changing climatic conditions. So be sure to pack layers!!
Catherine Clarke
Reviewed June 2018
Fabulous holiday
Booked this trip having previously been to Croatia and wanted to explore further. The trip was a great mix of walks, each with fabulous views followed by a refreshing dip in the sea and delicious food recommended by our guide Zeljko. There were also sightseeing oportunities in Dubrovnik and Split and a more relaxed stroll round the beautiful Krka waterfalls.
We were a small friendly group of four plus our guide. There were lots of opportunities to chat with Zeljko about the walks, history and culture of his country. We also visited some local people for some grappa and figs.
Travel between places was very well organised and we stayed in good accomodation in each place.
As a vegetarian I was well looked after. Great food everywhere with Zeljko going out of his way to make sure I ate well.
Most Inspirational Moment
The views from the summits, particularly the Paklenica walks. Lunch at the mountain hut with spectacular views.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Fantastic. Warm, friendly and knowledgeable. On the long walks when it was really hot Zeljko made sure we all drank enough water (even providing extra when I didn't take enough on the first walk) and found shade for short breaks. Great company for the week.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Don't hesitate to book this trip. Croatia is a beautiful country and you get to see lots of fantastic places.
Keith Batchelor
Reviewed June 2018
A fantastic holiday!
Eager to catch a glimpse of life in Madagascar from a cyclists perspective I was not disappointed. The terrain and scenery changed as we progressed from Antananarivo to the south and the roadside picnic lunches were great. The roads were fine for cycling despite a large number of pot holes in some places and all the hotels were comfortable and welcoming. The people were also very friendly, I certainly never felt under threat. With the help of Armel, our guide, I gained some valuable insight into life within Madagascar. It was certainly a very worthwhile experience.
Most Inspirational Moment
For me there were 4 particularly inspirational moments/events:
1) seeing lemurs in both the lemur park and in the wild;
2) the walk across the rocks up into the hills/mountains;
3) the visit to a "typical" dwelling together with a brief description of how the family lived;
4) the unspoiled beach and shoreline at Ifaty.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Armel was excellent, always cheery, humorous and well informed. He was also keen to give me/us a glimpse of Madagascan culture in so far as that was possible.
Advice for Potential Travellers
In early morning and evening it is quite cold so a fleece or two and other layers are important. The walk in the rain forest certainly requires a descent pair if walking shoes/boots.