Your Words – We tell it like it is! Holiday Reviews by previous Exodus travellers
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Jane McVeigh
Reviewed November 2025
A fortnight in Chile
Great holiday from start to finish. Varied itinerary – I felt as if we’d covered a lot of ground & gained a good insight into the various areas/culture etc of Chile.
Most Inspirational Moment
Seeing the sun come up & from my bedroom window & shine on the mountains in Torres del Paine. It took my breath away.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Miguel was amazing. One of the best guides I’ve had anywhere in the world. He was very organised & made sure we were informed of the next days arrangements/timings the night before. Very knowledgeable on his country & imparted a lot of local knowledge as we travelled around. Nothing was too much trouble for him.
Advice for Potential Travellers
There were some very early mornings & long drives, although there are plenty of stops. There were 5 internal flights but these were well organised & we saw some fab scenery from the plane. The surroundings & amazing scenery make up for this.
Bethany Barnes
Reviewed November 2025
Best Exodus trip ever
Start to finish this was a fantastic trip. Our guide Clifford shared his deep knowledge of everything: animals and birds, trees and flowers, South African history and culture, hiking trail specifics and the smallest details about life in South Africa and Eswatini. Plus he was caring and kind and fun to be with. I really feel like I gained an understanding of the real South Africa because of Clifford and also the variety of experiences on this trip. We saw all the animals we had hoped to see, the hiking was challenging and extremely rewarding. The Drackensburg hikes were exceptional – scenery that is so beautiful that words and pictures cannot capture it. Even being there, on top of the “Amphitheatre”, the grandeur, the immensity of the views, were impossible to truly fathom. Wow.
Most Inspirational Moment
Being on top of the Amphitheatre - the massive escarpment that makes up the spine of the Drackensburgs.
Also, witnessing a pride of lions devouring a recently killed Cape Buffalo.
Thoughts on Group Leader
The absolute best we've ever had (of 7 Exodus trips).
Advice for Potential Travellers
The hiking is more challenging than "moderate", with technical aspects like crossing fast flowing rivers and climbing a 100 foot chain ladder up a cliff face.
Susan Suarez
Reviewed November 2025
Great trip
Wonderful trip through a unique part of India. As usual with Exodus we had a great group of like minded travelers and a variety of things to see and experience. There was a good mix of urban and nature. Cochin would have been a lot better if the hotel was in Fort Cochin. Too much time was spend driving back and forth.
Most Inspirational Moment
The early morning walks through Madurai and the Manjira village were my favorites. It was beautiful to watch how the local people start their day before all the daily frenzy begins.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Vishnu was genuinely invested in our enjoying ourselves. He also became an excellent bird spotter once he realized some of us were very interested in the local birds.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Enjoy, take a camera. The local people are lovely and very welcoming.
Catryn Scantlebury
Reviewed November 2025
The Best Way to Explore Girona and Beyond!
Cycling Girona and the Catalan Coast was the perfect balance of adventure and relaxation it was also my first Cycling trip! The routes were peaceful and well-planned, passing through authentic villages, rolling countryside, and the most beautiful stretches of coast!
Our guide was fantastic – knowledgeable, friendly, and always made the days fun. The E-bikes were a great option for anyone wanting a little extra confidence on the hills. An unforgettable way to experience Northern Spain!
Most Inspirational Moment
For me, the most inspiring moment was cycling through tiny villages with no one else around, just the sound of the wind and the countryside! It was such a peaceful and immersive way to explore a country and truly felt so present in the moment. I found the whole experience really meditative, my work life is spent behind screens all day and it was amazing to spend a week away from screens and just live in the moment!
Thoughts on Group Leader
Our group leader was Miguel and he was fantastic! He was very knowledgeable about the areas visited and gave detailed tours around the villages. Miguel made an effort to speak with every person in the group and really helped gel everyone together, we ate at some delicious restaurants at his recommendation including an amazing locals secret where we were the only tourists yet packed full of locals. Shout out to Alfonzo our support vehicle driver who made sure everyones bikes were well maintained throughout including freshly charged batteries for the E-Bikers! Perfect double act together. :)
Advice for Potential Travellers
Get yourself a cycling vest with pocket storage - trust me, it’s a game changer!
You’ll stop a lot for photos, and having your phone right there means no rummaging through the Panier every time!
Claudia-Ann Malette
Reviewed November 2025
I absolutely loved this trip!
I was a bit anxious at the beginning, but our guide João was incredible—he made us feel confident, safe, and motivated throughout. The group was wonderful, and the organisation by João and Tony was exceptional. I loved everything about the experience—even the long, challenging hills with strong headwinds! I couldn’t have done it without an e-bike and such a great leader. Thank you so much for an unforgettable adventure!
Most Inspirational Moment
Reaching the top of each climb, wind in my face, amazed by the scenery and by what I could do!
Thoughts on Group Leader
João was an exceptional leader— always professional, kind, and full of energy. His clear and engaging briefings, flawless organization, and warm personality made the trip unforgettable. Every evening he brought the group together with great dinners and wonderful company.
Advice for Potential Travellers
E-bike for sure!
Jacob MARSHALL
Reviewed November 2025
Galapagos was Amazing! Wildlife Heaven!
Where do I start! What a trip 2 weeks of seeing incredible wildlife, amazing scenery and eating lots of great food! This trip is definitely a once-in-a-lifetime experience, and if you are thinking about it. Just do it! You will not regret it. The Galapagos has so much to offer with different types of scenery (beaches, rocky coves, green hills and volcanos. You will understand why Darwin was so fascinated by these islands!!
Most Inspirational Moment
Snorkeling with sealions, they are just so playful and get up so close! Snorkeling in general is amazing, some of the waters are so clear, have abundance of different fish, and so many turtles I lost count!
Thoughts on Group Leader
Amazing! Wilson was our tour guide and he has lived on Galapagos all his life and is so knowledgeable about everything! You can also see that he really cares to protect the islands and keep them from human pollution! Also I think he is famous everyone knew him, no matter what island you went to!
Advice for Potential Travellers
If a novice swimmer, get some practice in for snorkeling
Prepare for more basic hotels – Electricity/wifi and water can be temperamental
Bring suitable footwear, rocky in places no good for flip flops, need proper shoes!!
Brian McLaughlin
Reviewed November 2025
Porto to Lisbon trip
Great scenery, accommodation and guide.
Most Inspirational Moment
The outlook over Nazare was amazing.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Leader was great, relaxed, informative and very positive.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Weather was spotty in late October, but still nice. Do some hill training before the trip, the last day was tough.
James Schnitzer
Reviewed November 2025
Leaders were awesome and never skipped a beat
Better than expected. Great group of people (even though I was only USA person). Leaders were awesome and never skipped a beat. Everything went smoothly – even when I got lost for a few minutes. Excellent trip leaders, great itinerary, very nice hotel accommodations (except Barcelona)
Most Inspirational Moment
The beautiful rides through the countrysides; town of Girona (perfect); Llagostera; everything about the town of Palafrugell-Calella - the hotel, the beach and the restaurant; Palamos The Leaders! Miguel and Alfonso!!!
Thoughts on Group Leader
He was awesome! Couldn't pick a better leader! Very well organized; great sense of humor, fluent English......!
John Cooke
Reviewed November 2025
Amazing Holiday, Best Cycling Trip Yet
We arrived in Columbo to rain to be met by our smiling guide for the trip who introduced himself as Suresh. From there on, everyday was different, due to the time of year the weather was a little chilly in the hills but improved greatly as we descended to the lower levels. Suresh was amazing and everyday, he showed us something different and made sure our holiday experience was amazing. Suresh’s ability to spot wildlife on our cycling trips was unbelievable, almost as if he had planted the wildlife!!. I have taken some amazing photographs from the holiday and Suresh has provided us with his amazing photographs also. Suresh always seemed to go out of his way to make our holiday experience better and better, he is a star. The whole team was incredible, nothing was too much trouble and they were always looking out for our best interests, including keeping us safe. Best Exodus cycling trip yet, amazing wildlife, amazing Sri Lankan experiences, amazing leader, amazing team.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Suresh was fantastic, he made sure our every needs were looked after and provide so many experiences we were not expecting. His ability to ensure everyone we interacted with, hotel managers, chefs, guides, café owners etc. all looked after us and made sure our wellbeing, tastes etc. were all catered for.
Advice for Potential Travellers
The bike ride on day 6 marked as challenging is VERY challenging, if you are determined to ride it, be sure you are very fit, it is unrelenting. If in doubt, take the train option...or an electric bike!
Rebecca Cox
Reviewed November 2025
An amazing trip!
I’ve wanted to visit Andalucia for more than 20 years and this trip did not disappoint. It was, to me, the perfect blend of rural walking and city time- with my favorite moments being the pastures and small villages, learning about olive production, local plants, and life in Algamitas. The Cortijo is lovely, and though simple, had everything we need (including a pool!) The staff were all incredibly friendly and helpful and Felipe, the manager, was especially thoughtful in taking care of everyone. My traveling companion and I both have dietary/medical restrictions and Felipe and the wonderful kitchen staff went to great lengths to ensure we had what we needed (we know gluten free pasta, bread and cereal can’t be easy to come by in a rural area, and that making a separate version of a meal is a lot of work), but made it seem effortless. Our guide, Miguel, is funny and personable and knows so much about the area: archaeology, geology, plant life, birds, and people- and he clearly makes a great effort to know the neighbors in the village and connect with people. He also runs a tight ship to keep people safe and cared for! He also goes to great lengths to make sure his groups have a great time and get to do the things they want to do. I thought the walking was the right challenge for a level 2- the biggest variable was the sun and heat, but he made sure we were hydrated and prepared. We didn’t have any rain, but that would also make for a different kind of challenge. And we lucked out with a group of lovely, funny, caring fellow-travelers. This trip was to celebrate my friends’ and my 40th birthdays this year, and it was exactly what we wanted it to be!
Most Inspirational Moment
Miguel arranged for us to see a top-quality flamenco show in Sevilla. Everyone in our group who went was really impressed and energized by the performance.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Miguel is awesome. So knowledgeable, fun, safety-focused, and makes an effort to connect. He ensured there were modifications for people on days when they only wanted to do part of the hike, made sure everyone stayed hydrated, and took us to some nice coffee shops and bars in the small villages that not only broke up the walking day nicely, but helped us see more of how people live in the surrounding villages. He knows a ton about the geology, birds, plant life and history of the region. It was seldom that I asked him a question he couldn't answer. He also made sure we had interesting recommendations for the "on your own" excursions. He took great care of us.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Carry a light pack that allows for a lot of water- it is hot, even in late October, bring your rain gear just in case, and make sure you have the right foot gear. Also, do all the "optional" pieces you can. We had the opportunity to do an extra afternoon in Ronda and it was GREAT. If you have that option, do it!
