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4.8 out of 5

Reviewed August 2011

WALKING IN THE WESTERN DOLOMITES

A fantastic area, the scenery was breathtaking and the hotel was excellent. Using cable cars and gondolas to gain height means that most of the walking has tremendous views. Underfoot the wildflowers are beautiful and there are marmots and chamois to see. At the end of the day the spa area of the hotel was well used. Hotel food was excellent with several unusual dishes and a scrumptious gala evening which was a real treat

Most Inspirational Moment

1 Seeing a chamois crossing the path not 20 ft away2 Getting to the top of one of the highest peaks at almost 10000 ft on the free day (mainly by amazing cable car)3 Managing to complete a section to the time specified on the signpost4 As ever on an Exodus tripp meeting like minded people and having a great time getting to know them

Thoughts on Group Leader

Eric was a very good leader - lots of knowledge about the area including the rocks, flowers etc. The routes were chosen to make the most of poor weather forecasts although it turned out the forecasts were unduly pessimistic. He has a good sense of humour and the knack of creating a happy atmosphere in the group

Advice for Potential Travellers

Make sure to take a swimsuit to take advantage of the hotel spa area. On the free day a good choice is to take the cable cars to the top of Sass Podoi from where the view is incredible and the mountain hut does the usual excellent lunch. I did find the altitude affected me, I had not been this high before and the walking made me more breathless than normal. People more accustomed to heights did not experience this.

Suggestions

I like the holidays with two grades of walk, I think this is especially good for couples where one is stronger than the other and also it enables you to book with confidence that the correct grade can be chosen in the resort. I had previously done a C walk on a different holiday, on this trip I was only able to manage the B grade, I think this was mainly due to the altitude which did affect me. Do not be put off however, this is a fantastic trip to an amazing place.

Reviewed July 2011

WALKING IN THE WESTERN DOLOMITES

A fab trip – amazing scenery, great company, lovely food, hotel and spa and a very enthusiastic and capable guide (Eric)

Most Inspirational Moment

It felt good to get to 'the top' on the days when we had steady climbing and was lovely to see people quietly looking out for each other especially on the steep 'marble roads' where loose stones meant a few of us slipped (elegantly)!

Thoughts on Group Leader

Eric was very keen and organised and a lovely bloke. He offered options for those wanting half days or needing to avoid the steeper climbs and even organised a quiz in the bar.He was keeping an eye on all of us without it being obvious and gently played down how much more climbing there might be - the term 'relatively flat' wil never mean the same again!

Advice for Potential Travellers

Take 2 walking poles - I found them really helpful on steep ascents and descents and they stopped me slipping over a few times (although some people didn't use them at all)You may need more cash than suggested - we ate in restaurants which was better than picnics as we often needed a big bowl of pasta etcIf you want to be as fit as possible then do some steep ascents and descents pre trip!Don't forget your blister plasters!

Suggestions

Ode To EricThere once was a man with the knackOf guiding from the front (or the back)He shouted as he strode'Only one more marble roadAnd after that it's relatively flat'!

Reviewed July 2011

WALKING IN THE WESTERN DOLOMITES

This trip was the perfect combination for me – great scenery, varied walks, excellent hotel, amazing food and a great group of people. Eric led the group B walks and he was the perfect leader.

Most Inspirational Moment

Drawing the curtains back on the first morning, having arrived in rain and darkness the night before, and seeing the beautiful mountains!Seeing the incredible views after a slog up a steep slope!The wild flowers. They were so abundant and beautiful.Swimming and relaxing in the steam room before dinner - what luxury!

Thoughts on Group Leader

Eric was relaxed but in control, which is no mean feat when you have a group of 17 or so. He briefed us about the next day's walk every evening. He had alternatives in case of bad weather.We had a storm after lunch one day and Eric changed the route so that we got down as fast as possible. Then the bus didn't arrive so he arranged a taxi for us all while we waited in a cafe. He was a great group leader and I'm sure he could handle anything.He knew lots about the area, plants, etc too. He was a lovely, knowledgable, good humoured guide.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Believe the trip notes when it says take a warm hat and gloves. It was late June and the weather on the last few days was variable. We got caught in a storm and it hailed. I was very glad of my hat, gloves and waterproof trousers!I had a hydration system and everyone envied it.Take a walking pole (or two). I'd never used one before and I was glad of it on the gravelly slopes, some of which are quite steep.

Suggestions

An amazing trip! Fields full of flowers, beautiful mountains, glacial rivers, amazing views, friendly hotel staff who remembered my name after I told them once, delicious 5 course dinners, croissant-eating donkeys, lots of banter, the wonderful spa... I'd have stayed forever! Soraga is quite small and relatively untouristy compared to other towns we saw. The hotel is away from the main road and I liked the location, next to a small church and older buildings. I found it interesting that the architecture is very Austrian/German and these influences were also reflected in the food. Pasta, knodel, goulash and plenty of ice cream!We used the bus and ski lifts every day except the first. It was great to be up in the mountains already and then walk even higher up.

Reviewed June 2011

WALKING IN THE WESTERN DOLOMITES

A really great holiday with varied scenary which was fantastic. A great area for walking.

Most Inspirational Moment

The fantastic views from the summits and passes in the mountains.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Albert was a fantastic group c leader. He took account of weather conditions to plan the best walk for each day with alternatives if weather conditions dictated. Every day was a great walk with different scenary and fantastic wild flowers and several marmot sitings.

Advice for Potential Travellers

We really enjoyed the walking in this area and the hotel was great. We really enjoyed the food and used the pool and leisure facilities each evening which were great after a hard days walking

Suggestions

We had a really great weeks walking.

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