Adventure, Rewritten

Vietnam by Bicycle: An Expert Local Guide Answers Your Biggest Questions 

Why Lan Ha Bay is Our Favorite Alternative to Ha Long Bay  

Hidden caves, floating fishing villages and far fewer boats: discover why Lan Ha Bay is quietly rivaling Ha Long Bay for travelers in the know.

Walking in Tuscany: What You Need to Know Before Hiking ‘the Heart of Italy’

From our top five trails to the best time to visit, this is your expert guide to a hiking trip in Tuscany

What to Expect on a Wildlife Adventure in Costa Rica 

From sloths and toucans to rainforest trails and turtle beaches, discover what awaits on an unforgettable Costa Rica wildlife adventure

The Taj & Beyond: Your Essential Introduction to Adventure Travel in India

From Himalayan peaks to tropical shores, unforgettable moments await in India. Here’s what to know before booking your trip

Your Guide to Walking and Trekking Adventures 

This is where walking and trekking adventures go beyond the obvious, and into the extraordinary

7 Small Towns in Italy You Need on Your Travel Radar This Year 

9 Unexpected Joys of Your First Group Adventure 

There’s more to traveling together than you might expect. Discover the feel-good surprises that make a small-group adventure so memorable

After Years of Solo Planning, My First Guided Trip Showed How Great Cycling Tours Really Can Be

A baboon, an ostrich, and an unexpected send-off – proof to seasoned cyclist Steve that guided cycling tours can deliver more

Skip the Crowds on These 6 Hiking Trips Along Italy’s Lesser-Known Trails

Go beyond the famous footpaths to enjoy alpine views, coastal escapes, and villages that still feel wonderfully undiscovered

6 European Adventures That Are Even Better in Late Summer 

Skillcations: 8 Adventures That Teach You Something New 

Travel can change your perspective – but sometimes it changes your skill set too. Our adventures invite deeper participation, not observation

Greek Pastries, Waterfalls and Ancient Trails: A Sisters’ Adventure in Evia 

Twin sisters Margaret and Abby find plenty to love in Evia, the “Greece Greeks keep to themselves”

Meet Petro: The South African Guide Travelers Already Know by Name 

Travelers arrive on their South Africa adventure having already heard about our guide Petro – here’s why

Wild South Africa: Journalist Cindy Burgess Says Yes to Elephants, Heights and Mopane Worms 

Peru Beyond Machu Picchu: One Traveler’s Journey Through the Inca Heartland

“Learning how they build the islands layer by layer from totora reeds was fascinating. Then suddenly you realise people are actually living entire lives here – children playing, boats arriving with supplies, families farming and cooking.”  The group stayed with local ‘mamas’ on Amantani Island, who immediately welcomed them into their homes.  “They were so eager to show us their lives…

Wild Borneo: Journalist Cindy Burgess Came for Orangutans but Found Much More 

From hand-sized tarantulas to bat-filled skies, our Adventure in Residence finds wild surprises on our Borneo Wildlife Discoverer trip

From Adventure Racer to Our Elite Guide in the Alps: Meet Tim Stephens

Drawing on years of expedition racing, Tim is now one of the top guides in the Alps. Here’s his story

Our New Croatia Tours for 2026 are Totally Different… Take a Peek

Find out why we’ve introduced new Croatia tours for 2026 – each of which goes far beyond the standard itinerary

12 New Exodus Adventures You Need on Your Radar for Summer 2026

Discover our fresh batch of small-group adventures for 2026, featuring immersive cultural experiences, active journeys, and thoughtfully designed itineraries worldwide

Our Signature Collection is Elevating Small-Group Adventures… Here’s How

Discover how rare access, expert local guides and meaningful stays transform small-group adventures into deeper, more rewarding journeys

Ones to Watch: 6 Adventure Travel Trends for 2026  

From cultural immersion and riding the rails to wellness and wildlife, this is where curiosity is taking us next year

Celestial Quests: The World’s 7 Best Stargazing Experiences Led by Expert Local Guides

From night snowshoeing in Norway to celestial navigation in Namibia, these are the world’s best stargazing tours

Why 2025 is the Best Time to Explore Mont Blanc 

The first ascent of Mont Blanc by Jacques Balmat and Michel-Gabriel Paccard in the summer of 1786 marked the birth of modern alpinism. Since then, the white mountain has been the go-to peak in Europe for hikers and climbers from across the world, eager to explore the history and sheer beauty of the region.  Our…

Meet the Trail-Blazing Women Brewing Change in the High Himalaya

Discover how women’s empowerment is taking shape through a female-led cafe and felting initiative, supported by the Exodus Adventure Travels Foundation

After a Prize Win, this Sri Lankan Guide Changed a Family’s Life

After winning Exodus Leader of the Year, Roshan Fernando knew his money could make a big difference

How to Enjoy Authentic Day of the Dead Celebrations in Mexico, According to a Local Expert 

If you’re visiting Mexico for Día de Muertos, prepare for an eye-opening, often profoundly moving, experience

How Vietnamese Communities Are Protecting the World’s Rarest Primates

Through innovative projects, villagers are changing the fortunes of animals living on the edge of extinction

Wild at Heart: 5 Exodus Projects Protecting Global Species

We believe travel should not only immerse you in the world’s most spectacular places but help protect them too. From the savannahs of Kenya to the rainforests of Costa Rica and Vietnam, we now have a truly global presence in species protection. In partnership with conservation experts and local communities, our projects span five key…

From Rainforest Lodges to Arctic Retreats: Our Top Five Low-Impact Stays

This Earth Day, there are calls for a global shift to triple the world’s clean electricity by 2030 – and that’s a message we stand behind at Exodus —because the future of travel depends on a planet that thrives. Over 45% of our worldwide accommodations now use renewable energy, and in five destinations—Costa Rica, Finland,…

Why Small-Group Adventures Are Perfect for Solo Travelers  

New to travelling solo? Here’s how small-group adventures offer the perfect mix of freedom, friendship and expert guidance.

14 Adventures Later: Angela’s Take on Why Group Travel Works for Solo Travelers

For Angela Beckwith, solo traveling with a guided group has been a gateway to exploring the world in ways she never imagined. Having traveled on 14 adventures with us over the years, Angela’s journey began with the Salkantay Trek in Peru—her first-ever group travel experience —which set the tone for years of incredible adventures with…

Top Tips for Solo Travelers

Whether you’re a social butterfly who loves nothing more than meeting new groups of like-minded travelers or someone looking to push themselves into new situations, traveling solo can be one of life’s most rewarding and liberating experiences.    Joining an organized tour as a solo traveler gives you the best of both worlds – the opportunity to indulge your…

Solo Traveller Kate Latham and her journey to the Annapurna Base Camp

Reaching Annapurna Base Camp, which stands at 4,130 meters above sea level, is no small feat. This trek is known to be demanding, with long days and challenging altitude gain, but the rewarding view from the base camp as you’re surrounded by the glistening peaks of Annapurna I, Machapuchare, and Hiunchuli, makes our Annapurna Sanctuary…

Solo Travel With Exodus Is The Best Way To Travel: An Interview with Dave Farmer

Solo travelling with a tour operator is becoming an increasingly popular way to explore the world. But Why? It’s because it gives people the opportunity to connect with fellow adventurers and build lasting bonds without the pressure of finding someone to go on the journey with them. We’re always keen to share glowing feedback from…

Travelling Solo with Exodus is the best way to see the world – Susan Thackray 

Solo travelling is becoming more and more popular, giving people an opportunity to meet like-minded travellers and make friends for life without the need to have a travelling companion. Susan Thackray, an avid solo traveller with Exodus, shares her insights into why solo exploration with Exodus is her favourite way to see the world.  “My…

Exodus Adventures Are The Perfect Fit For Solos: An Interview with Lorna Frier

Travelling solo in a small, guided group, is rising in popularity – and we know this because over 50% of our customers are choosing to travel solo, together with us. This way of travelling can kickstart a renewed sense of adventure and freedom, where you can also benefit from the security of travelling with a…

Where to Travel Solo in 2023

The irresistible urge to travel solo can stem from different motivations. Maybe it’s to get to know yourself better, mark the beginning or end of a chapter, indulge in a personal interest, or even serve as a well-deserved break from everyday life – these are just some of the reasons our soloists tell us about….

5 Worries Every Solo Traveller Can Overcome When Visiting North America

Being a single traveller opens up a world of possibilities to you. Unfettered by the desires of anyone else, you are utterly free to fulfil your travel aspirations. Often the only thing that gets in the way is fear; the closer you come to booking your trip, the larger your worries seem to loom. But…