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4.7 out of 5

Charles Whytock

Reviewed June 2015

Walking Tuscany

A wonderful experience of walking in a more remote, mountainous part of Tuscany with an excellent and experienced guide.

Most Inspirational Moment

Very difficult to isolate one moment but probably the 360 degree view from Monte Sumbra encompassing the Italian coast and the Appenines. The wild flowers were stunning in particular the wild peonies in the Orecchiella National Park.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Sara was a brilliant leader - encouraging at the front or supporting at the back! Her knowledge of the area, flora and fauna were inspirational. Our free day in Lucca went without a hitch thanks to her help. She recommended shorter, low level walks, complete with maps and directions for anyone who needed a 'day off'.

Advice for Potential Travellers

I would recommend boots, for ankle support, and trekking poles - particularly for the descents. Braccicorti is not in a village and walking along the roads is not recommended because of fast traffic. Opportunities occur at the end of some of the walks to find shops and ATM machines. If you need extra snacks for walking take them with you from home.

Fiona Galazin

Reviewed June 2015

A wonderful week in the Picos de Europa

It was a great week which far exceeded our expectations. Good food, comfortable hotel, magnificent views, and a really informed, enthusiastic and attentive guide who had the knack of making us all feel as if we had his undivided attention. The hotel owners, Jim and Pilar, went out of their way to satisfy our diverse dietary requirements and provided a relaxed and friendly atmosphere.

Most Inspirational Moment

Seeing the early morning sunlight on the mountain range from our bedroom window and knowing that we would soon be in amongst them.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Alvaro is a great group leader. Every day he told us at breakfast what to expect from the day and what to take. Throughout the walk he was encouraging, informative and great company. Nothing was too much trouble for him. He organised the week's walks to suit the weather and on his day off was busy checking out the snow conditions for a walk later in the week. I can't speak highly enough of him.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Poles were useful. I needed more than 2 litres of water on the longer days but Alvaro carried extra water for the group as he was concerned about the heat. What a hero! The wild life was great - black redstarts, Egyptian and gryphon vultures, chamois, wild boar. For those interested in wild flowers, the first week of June was a good time to be in the mountains.

Kevin Nuttall

Reviewed June 2015

Amalfi Coast Walking

The 2 Torri Hotel in Bomerano is an excellent choice as a base for this walking holiday. It is located in a friendly village surrounded by beautiful mountains, high above the coast. The walks are spectacular. There is also time for sight seeing at Pompeii, and on the free day. We were fortunate to also include a visit to Herculaneum on the return journey to the airport.

Most Inspirational Moment

The 'Walk of the Gods' is the most inspirational coast walk that I have done anywhere in the world. Cycling in the Agerola area on a bike borrowed from the hotel was memorable. Drinks on the terrace of a 5 star hotel at Ravello watching an afternoon thunderstorm was a fitting end to the final walk. Herculaneum brings home the human devastation of the Vesuvius eruption.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Our group leader Suzie was excellent. She worked very hard to make this a special holiday for everyone, and in the evenings socialised with the whole group. Her knowledge of the area is vast, and we frequently benefited from her contacts with local people. She led the walks with consideration for each person's ability and safety.

Advice for Potential Travellers

This is a walking holiday not to be missed. The balance of walking, sightseeing and leisure is just right. Be prepared for lots of steps both up and down and drink plenty of water on the walks as it can get very hot. A 'Camelbag' type of waterbottle proved very useful.

Arthur Caves

Reviewed June 2015

A Great Way to Walk the Way

An excellent opportunity to walk the Camiño de Santiago in relative comfort, enjoying the surprisingly varied and striking scenery of one of Spain’s less visited (by the English) areas.

Most Inspirational Moment

Arriving in to Santiago with the group, surrounded by other fellow pilgrims.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Saint José, who kept us in wine from Samos to Santiago made the trip that much more enjoyable.

Advice for Potential Travellers

30km is as far, if not further, than it sounds and depending on your experience of walking in hot weather a light walking shoe or robust sandal might be preferable to full boots.

Gale Carruthers

Reviewed June 2015

Highlights of Georgia and Armenia

A very good introduction to 2 hitherto unknown countries. Well organised, good guides, hotels better than we expected, though Health and Safety issues in some of the hotels.

Most Inspirational Moment

Views of Mount Ararat - and Mount Kazbek

Thoughts on Group Leader

Both were very good and a fund of historical and theological knowledge - almost too much to absorb at times I'm afraid! But we had been warned there'd be a lot of churches - and they are a very important part of the history of these countries.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Be aware that the quite appalling roads in Armenia and almost as bad in Georgia will make the journeys by bus from place to place very uncomfortable. We hadn't realised that we would spend so much of each day having our bones shaken to this extent! Anyone with back problems take heed. Make sure you have good footwear - you'll be walking on a lot of very uneven surfaces and some very steep and slippery rocks if you take all the opportunities offered.

Gerard Feeney

Reviewed June 2015

The High inca trail

The seven day trek rather than the 4 day trek to Macchu Picchu was definitely the right choice.;The first three days we hardly saw anyone, gave a real sense of adventure, almost as if you were on an expedition

Most Inspirational Moment

Camp below Salcantay, seeing the moon set and sun rise over the Andes. Sense of achievement in reaching Macchu Picchu Witnessing, from a safe distance , avalanche on Salcantay. We were at top of pass (5000m) on day three when tis occurred

Thoughts on Group Leader

our leader bobby was very knowledgeable and experienced, showed a real passion for his country and Inca history. he also had a good sense of humour

Advice for Potential Travellers

Make sure you have a 4 season sleeping bag or hire one,. camp at Salcantay can be very cold

Alexander Templeton

Reviewed June 2015

Caucasian Colloquy

The Lady at the office when my trip was booked said that she doubted whether this was a trip that would suit me. She was right. This was a lot less active than I prefer, designed for relatively immobile people. This was combined with a distinctly Nanny like attitude of both guides. I left the trip three days early because of this. I stayed in the country a few days afterwards and much preferred travelling round by marshrutka than the very leisurely pace of the trip. Spending about four houirs a day on meals for example seemed a waste of time.

Most Inspirational Moment

Walking in the Caucasus though I would have preferred to walk up to the church rather than being unable to see much from a bumpy car. Walking down was treat. The Cascade in Yerevan was a real treat.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Both Marina and Anna were well informed. Perhaps it was me but I did not get an answer from either of them when I tried to ask questions, so I gave up asking.

Advice for Potential Travellers

The trip should really not be labelled moderately strenuous (I am 76!)

Reply from Exodus

I was on this tour with Alexander and I was sorry to read that this trip wasn’t as active as he was hoping for. I think the trip grading of leisurely/moderate is correct, but I agree that it was a shame that we weren’t able to walk up to the Hotel Trinity Church from Kazbegi; unfortunately we had experienced some terrible weather whilst crossing the mountain passes so it wasn’t possible, but thankfully the weather improved enough so that we could walk down. It was also disappointing to learn that Alexander found the leaders to be rather protective. In my view, which I believe was shared by most of the group, I found Marina and Anna to be knowledgeable, kind and well organised. Whilst I was in Georgia and Armenia, I did provide our local team with some training and advice, so I hope that this will be reflected on future tours.

Rachael Stone – Customer Services Manager

Frances Connell

Reviewed June 2015

Discover Costa Rica

An interesting trip with a wide variety of flora, fauna and climate. As always, a good group and a good group leader make a trip like this and we had both.

Most Inspirational Moment

The visit to Tortuguero with its flowers, wildlife and calm waters, Arenal volcano emerging from the clouds and the thunderstorm in Esquinas were all memorable.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Gustavo was very friendly, knowledgeable and professional. His experience and advice meant we were able to see things we wouldn't otherwise have seen.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Be prepared for rain at any time! (advice from Gustavo) Expect your clothes to get creased and crumpled due to the high humidity but be assured there are opportunities to get them washed. Take waterproof footwear, not necessarily walking boots, is an absolute must. Most of the walking is not too strenuous, but be prepared for lots of steps up and down.

Robert Hill

Reviewed June 2015

Mt. Blanc Highlights - Perfect in every way

A perfect hiking vacation for those with a moderate level of fitness who are used to several consecutive days of hiking in the mountains. Snow capped peaks, verdant alpine meadows full of flowers in June and (lucky me) blue skies and sunshine every day (not guaranteed!!). A small group of friendly and fun people led by an expert professional who made sure everyone was safe and comfortable all the while letting people enjoy the hiking, the scenery, photography at their own pace. Excellent food and accommodation which far exceeded expectations.

Most Inspirational Moment

Waking up each morning with a view of Mt. Blanc and the Bossons Glacier knowing that each day of hiking would bring us through forests, alpine meadows, mountain passes in unparalleled scenery. Paragliding off Aiguille du Midi right up against Mt. Blanc and over the glacier, across the valley, over Chamonix for a perfect landing. At 68 I might not have had the nerve to do this but was encouraged by two young women in the group to do it together and it was one of the most awe inspiring things I have ever done. Thanks Emily and Vickie!!!

Thoughts on Group Leader

Simon was a true professional, extremely well organized, eager to share his wealth of knowledge about the area, the trails we were on, even the alpine flowers and animals (Ibex, marmots) that we encountered. He obviously cared deeply that everyone was safe and comfortable each day of the hike and went out of his way to be with the group, sharing amazing stories and bringing fun and laughter to us all. You could not ask for a better leader.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Make sure you are used to hiking up and down mountains before you go. Also not everyone will get the perfect weather our group had so make sure you have appropriate gear for rain and cold. Spend your day off paragliding off the Aiguille du Midi - YOLO!

Hema Kariyappa

Reviewed June 2015

Overall, a good experience

It was a well organised trip and I’m pleased I completed the trail.

Most Inspirational Moment

When I climbed the 4215m summit on day 2 with the help of fellow group members who egged me on

Thoughts on Group Leader

Knowledgeable, considerate and funny. Can do with a bit of training on handling issues

Advice for Potential Travellers

1. If you have special dietary requirements, make sure this is passed onto the airlines, too by Exodus. I was taken care of during the trek but flights each way didn't cater to my special diet and it being long haul ones, it wasn't nice to live on cheese& crackers and salads 2. As a group, I'd suggest not to take the Sacred Valley Tour the next day of landing in Cusco. It seemed like a good idea but by evening everyone had a headache, couldn't eat propery and some were nauseous. This creates a general concern on being fit for the trek that starts the next day.

Reply from Exodus

We would like to thank Hema for her feedback, but we are very sorry that her dietary requirements were not catered for on her flights and that the altitude impacted on her time in Cuzco. We recommend the Sacred Valley Tour as it is of a lower altitude than Cuzco itself and can help acclimatisation, however clients are always able to rest at the hotel if they do not feel up to going on the tour.

Jenny Cox – Trip Manager for Peru

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