Most Inspirational Moment
reaching the end with hundreds of other pilgrims
Thoughts on Group Leader
very personable,English could have been better
Advice for Potential Travellers
Portuguese camino surface not very comfortable for cycling
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excellent trip
varied cycling in good company
Excellent adventure
I have just returned from an unforgettable trip to Peru, which included 4nights in the Amazon jungle, including seeing a great variety of animals, birds and plants; then we did the Inca trail with a tour of Machu Pichu and finally a home stay on a small island on Lake Titicaca
Most Inspirational Moment
There were so many: a boat trip at dawn and sunset on the river Tambopata, or camping above the clouds on the Inca Trail with breathtaking views of the Andes, or a home stay with our host Flora on Lake Titicaca.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Brilliant! Edwind Colque was an encyclopaedia of knowledge about Peruvian history, the Incas, the flora and fawns of Peru; he was also a brilliant leader on the Inca trail, keeping us together and making sure we were OK and ensuring that we completed the trail.
Advice for Potential Travellers
If I did this trip again, I would probably hire a sleeping bag through Exodus, it would have given me more space in my suitcase to bring a few more clothes etc.
A good trip with some concerns.
A good trip up to Exodus usual high standards but some concerns about cycling on what is essentially a path for walkers. Also the scenery is not as spectacular as other trips we have done.
Most Inspirational Moment
Arriving in the main square in Santiago
Thoughts on Group Leader
Very good.
Advice for Potential Travellers
There are better trips in the Exodus cycling catalogue. Care needs to be taken when cycling on the footpath particularly at the narrow points or when it is crowded.
Jewel in the desert
Jordan really is full of exquisite treasures of castles, forgotten worlds and mystical desert valleys with the most welcoming people. This is a fantastic tour to see all the highlights at a decent pace.
Most Inspirational Moment
Floating in the dead sea, Petra's monastery and place of high sacrifice, the walk back along the hidden tombs and of course a night in Wadi Rum stargazing.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Mikhled is a natural leader with a great sense of humour and engaging character. He has a wealth of knowledge of his country's history and culture always answering questions and giving just the right amount of information. Very helpful and caring and quick to resolve any issues.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Now is the time to go ‐it's safe and fairly quiet. Almost as if it were 30 years ago!
Bosnia Plus
A varied and interesting trip in a small very friendly group
Most Inspirational Moment
Visiting Sarajevo and driving up into the mountains of Montenegro and Bosnia
Thoughts on Group Leader
Excellent. We were her first solo tour and she did everything to keep us comfortable and well informed
Advice for Potential Travellers
Take walking boots. There were several stony paths and steps.
What a trip!
Superb exotic and fascinating silk road
Most Inspirational Moment
Everything!!
Thoughts on Group Leader
Both Vitali and Dilshod were brilliant
A great trip to a beautiful part of Italy
Cycling holidays in Italy are always good – it’s the combination of the exercise, the food and the towns and this one gives you the amazing Amalfi coast as well. The trip is a great way to see it . The main towns of Amalfi and Positano are pretty popular these days and so cycling to / through them gives you the highlights and the views without over-exposure to the crowds. Minori, where we stay the last three nights, is a good base and much quieter. The first few cycling days are off the beaten track, with less traffic, nice villages / harbours plus the excellent Ancient Greek site of Paestum. A nice balance with good accommodations throughout.
Most Inspirational Moment
The last day of cycling - cycling the Amalfi coast road itself and going over the hill to Sorrento for lunch with the view of Vesuvius across the bay. The ‘free day’ walk up to Ravello and then down to Amalfi itself was wonderful too. And Paestum!
Thoughts on Group Leader
Super. Paulo is experienced, calm and knowledgeable, has excellent English and is very good company. Emilio our driver/ mechanic was excellent too.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Compared with the two other Exodus ‘moderates’ we’ve done, this has shorter distances but longer ascents. As my wife isn’t keen on long ascents, and as I like to take lots of photos on the way, we decided to have e-bikes. It worked very well. Our group of 11 was pretty fast. Having E-bikes meant that we caused very little ‘waiting / catching up’ time and we never worried about how we would do on the tougher days. We generally kept in the middle of the group unless I was taking photos and fell behind. The e-bikes were of course heavier than normal but easy to get used to and had great battery life. I was worried it would mean no exercise but in fact I was in control and could still give myself a work out. I mainly used ‘eco’ unless I was behind and catching-up the group. The e-bike made the trip for my wife . After ten group cycling holidays, we were thinking of packing it in, but we now know we can continue something we really enjoy. The e-bike made this otherwise tricky ‘moderate’ very doable for us. Note: cycling the Amalfi coast road takes a bit of getting used to. It seems pretty ‘hairy’ when you start early in the morning; there are plenty of buses and motor bikes as well as cars and if you’re a nervous rider it may not be for you. But you do get used to it and you realise that the locals generally know what they’re doing. When you come back in the afternoon it’s less busy, you know what to expect and it’s fantastic - the highlight of the trip and a memorable day’s cycling you won’t forget.
My Portuguese Camino
As a senior I found the two longer mileage days a bit of a challenge but overall it was a great walking holiday. The hotels and the food were excellent. I especially enjoyed the boat trip, as well as walking the final three days to Santiago, like real pilgrims. The medieval border town of Tui was fascinating. I loved the stone and water route on Day 6. Sadly we had to walk the last 5 miles to Santiago in the rain, which was disappointing. The scenery was varied along the way although I found some sections alongside the road tedious.
Most Inspirational Moment
Getting to the top of the hill in the forest before descending to the monastery at Armenteira! Enjoying my picnic at the top of the hill that day and our drinks at the cafe by the Monastery at the end of the walk.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Al was a very friendly guide who mainly kept to Spanish times which meant that there could be up to 3 hours between breaks and lunch was mid afternoon.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Go for this holiday as you will feel a sense of achievement when you finish, despite possible sore feet. I found my poles invaluable.
Trip of a lifetime
The whole trip was truly amazing. I did both the Amazon and Lake Titicaca extensions, which logistically was complicated but it was all made easy with Exodus. The most impressive thing was that my luggage made it through a total of 5 airport connections and a 10 hour bus ride!
The Inca Trail trek to Machu Picchu was the best yet, hard in places (day 2 getting to dead womans pass) but so worth it. Met a brilliant group of people, only 8 of us which was the perfect size, Best Group Ever 🙂
Most Inspirational Moment
Walking through the sun gate and getting that first look at Machu Picchu
Thoughts on Group Leader
William was so good, could not do enough for us, on call 24/7 and went out of his way to make sure we had the best possible most enjoyable stay and trek. Felt completely safe in his hands and well looked after.
Advice for Potential Travellers
No matter how you train and what you do, day 2 going over Dead Womans Pass is going to be hard. Simply prepare for it and take it steady, enjoy the stunning beauty of the place you are in. And breathe.
Great trip
Very enjoyable trip. Varied countryside and wonderful coastal views. Good hotels and access to fab food and wonderful wines. Lovely to have a bit of time in Porto, Obidos and Lisbon. I would advise to arrive early and/or stay on to really get the benefit of being This is marked as a level 2 but has two parts that are definitely a 3, but it is all totally doable. The bikes are good and up to the task. Altogether I can fully recommend this tour.
Most Inspirational Moment
Difficult to pick one as there were many. The coastline, Porto, Obidos and Lisbon as well as cycling through beautiful countryside.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Excellent. Attentive, supportive, approachable and knowledgeable.
Advice for Potential Travellers
It can be windy so take lots of layers. Arrive early and stay on to take advantage of Porto and Lisbon.