Most Inspirational Moment
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Sicily
October is a good month for weather, not too hot for sightseeing, but still sunny. Guide (Fabio) was knowledgeable. Plenty to see and do.
Treasures of Sicily
As always with Exodus this was a trip that offered a maximum of content with an economy of time. The stunning natural beauty of the Zingaro National Reserve contrasts with the man made splendour of Noto which we saw in the golden light just before sunset. The Sicilian cuisine was such an important and memorable part of the trip.
Most Inspirational Moment
The Valley of the Temples at Agrigento and the Greek theatre at Segesta, pure magic.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Vanessa had superb organisational skills which made the week fly by with no problems or issues. When the weather was less than helpful there was a plan B which was interesting and simulating. Vanessa had a great sense of humour and worked hard to be inclusive, this allowed a positive group ethos to be established very quickly. This was her first trip with Exodus but you would never had guessed that, she acted as if she was a long established member of the team.
Advice for Potential Travellers
When it rains, it really rains! Bring a waterproof jacket. Enclosed beach shoes that you can swim in would help on the beaches which are covered with pebbles of different sizes.
Sicilian Tour
A comprehensive road trip of Sicily that gave you just a taste of Siciian culture and history. Great group who got along very well from day one of the trip!
Most Inspirational Moment
We were surprised by the architecture in the Barogue towns and our visit to The Valley of the Temples was a highlight.3Great local guide there too!
Thoughts on Group Leader
Vanessa was the most organized guide I have had when travelling with Exodus! We were supplied with maps daily and we were debriefed each evening. Everyone's needs were met and she was always professional. What she did not know, she found out. She was friendly, had a keen understanding of Sicily and spoke excellent English. Her optional evening meal gatherings proved to be enjoyable and right on!
Treasures of Sicily
This is a very intensive tour all round the island. The climb up Mount. Etna was good as far as we could go which was curtailed due to heavy mist. There are several visits to ruins of Temples and Theatres. with plenty of time to explore.
Most Inspirational Moment
The Valley of the Temples at Agriegento
Thoughts on Group Leader
Our leader, Fabio was fun and knowledgeable.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Bring a good pair of walking shoes as well as waterproof clothing....we were travelling the last week in May
Another great Exodus holiday for us
We have just returned from 9 days in Sicily and had our usual great time thanks to Exodus. This trip gives you a chance to get the feel of Sicily. We visited 22 places and covered 1,000 kilometers in that time, going clockwise around the island stopping at all the important locations. I would suggest that you use this holiday as a general introduction to Sicily, deciding which places you would like to visit next time to explore in more detail. Fabio, our guide was wonderful. Born and bred there, he had an encyclopaedic knowledge of the island and no detail was too much trouble for him. The accommodation was a good mix of 3 and 4 star hotels and he pointed out some excellent restaurants to us. One pleasant surprise was the quality of the local wine, particularly Nero d’Avola.
Most Inspirational Moment
Catching a brief glimpse of Mount Etna with its great lava flows when the clouds parted momentarily.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Fabio was great.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Although it is rather a nuisance when going to a Mediterranean island close to summer, take warm clothes and good shoes for the walk up to Etna, the winds and rocks can be evil.
treasures of sicily
This was my first group holiday and it was a wonderful experience. It was organised so well and we saw Sicily in all its beauty. the group got on very well together which as a solo traveller was good for me. It was a wonderful introduction to this island and I would love to return and take my time in various parts of it. The food and wine were excellent and cheaper than any of us expected.
Most Inspirational Moment
I loved noto with its baroque architecture. I love the sea and the countryside and found Mount Etna and the nature reserve very inspiring.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Salvo was very knowledgeable about nature and plants so all visits to Mount Etna and the countryside were very interesting. His organisational skills are very good and he is very good at answering questions. He was very helpful in suggesting restaurants to us and we enjoyed his suggestions for food and wine. In smaller places he arranged that we stop at a delicatessen for food for lunch which worked very well.
Advice for Potential Travellers
The temperature was abnormally high for early May so make sure you bring all the sun protectors advised,
Treasures of Sicily Review
Great, comprehensive trip covering most of Sicily. From walking on Mt Etna, to sampling the best seafood, wine and coffee in charismatic historical towns dotted all around the island, it was definitely a trip to write home about!
Most Inspirational Moment
Walking in the Zingaro Nature Reserve. The beauty of the rugged coastline, the views and being active in the sunshine was magical.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Danilo was fantastic. The fact that he's a geologist was a nice surprise. He provided valuable and interesting information about Mt Etna, and Sicily's landscape in general. He was also very helpful in giving restaurant recommendations, endeavoured to make everyone's holiday as enjoyable as possible.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Pack layers if going up Mt Etna. The sun may be shining, but the winds are still chilly in April!
Treasures of Sicily
This was a fantastic introduction to Sicily. We were fortunate to experience a tremendous range of wonderful scenery, atmospheric historical sites, beautiful towns and mouth-watering Sicilian delicacies in our 8 days on the island. This trip covers a lot of ground and the days are full in order to see as much as possible. As the clock had changed and we lost an hour, this being a late season departure, this sometimes meant we arrived at our final destination as light was fading which meant we saw some amazing sunsets but occasionally missed out on seeing the sites in daylight.
Most Inspirational Moment
The Valley of the Temples is truly awe-inspiring and the landscape on Etna was like walking on the moon!
Thoughts on Group Leader
Fabio was a terrific guide. He really knew his stuff and communicated his knowledge and passion for his island, its history and heritage with genuine enthusiasm and humour. He went out of his way to ensure everybody enjoyed the trip.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Don't forget to take your camera. Also make sure you've got comfy walking shoes, not just for Etna but also for the Zingaro Nature Reserve, as the terrain in both can be a bit uneven in places.
Treasures of Sicily
I had an amazing time! Our departure was the last one for the season, but still weather treated us very well.
This trip is fantastic because in only 8 days gives you the chance to really appreciate the highlights of the island. Sicily has uncountable beauties. Its history is in every single building and temple and it’s just overwhelming. Local products and traditional cuisine were definitely a big part of the treasures we had the pleasure to sample throughout the week. Forget about your diet for a week! (unless you have any allergy, of course)
Most Inspirational Moment
The Zingaro walk was particularly meaningful for me. 30 years ago the Reserve risked to get cut in two by a highway. National associations along with hundreds of Sicilians demonstrated against the distructive plan and thanks to them we can now enjoy beautiful walks with breathtaking views. As an Italian myself, it simply made me proud.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Our leader, Fabio, has been the key to the enjoyment of our holiday. You can tell that he loves and knows every inch of his region.
Advice for Potential Travellers
The Zingaro and the Mt. Etna walks aren't demanding at all, but if you feel unsure walking poles can make the difference. Walking shoes are more than enough though. Local transfers are usually quite long, so a good book or some music could do. I personally took a lot of pictures (and sometimes a nap!), plus our leader now and then gave us information about what we were seeing while driving by, making the journey not boring at all.
Treasures of Sicily
A comprehensive tour around the island taking in all the main sites. There is a lot to see.
Most Inspirational Moment
For me it was walking into the cathedral at Monreale and seeing the Norman mosaics.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Fabio was excellent. Relaxed, helpful and informative. Also the driver Luca was outstanding: Patient, careful and skilled. Driving in Sicilian towns is not for the faint hearted.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Sicilian restaurants are a little chaotic. Be patient, the food is worth the wait. Also do visit the museum Mandralisca in Cefelu. It's worth it to see the "portrait of a man" by Antonello da Messina, (I have heard it called "the male Mona Lisa") and the Greek vase with a scene of "the tuna cutters".