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Anne Edwards
Reviewed August 2025
Unexpected South Africa
This tour was well paced and a great introduction to South Africa, especially for travelers who enjoy exploring the world and finding the unexpected. One of the biggest surprises was the food. The cuisine was so unique and, as our guide advised us, plentiful. Paired with excellent South African wine, you are completely spoiled. Don’t hesitate to try new things such as Bobotie or ostrich.
All of the areas we visited were beautiful. I particularly loved Hermanus with its charming vibe and a spectacular whale watch, and I will dream of Tsitsikamma for a long time. Gazing into tide pools and spotting a beautiful octopus was incredible. Of course, a big part of Africa is the wildlife and this tour gives you plenty of exposure to many of the animals you hope to see. The elephants at Addo felt like something out of a movie. Cape Town is also fascinating. I had no idea the Cape of Good Hope was so vast. The beauty cannot be surpassed. We were lucky enough to have a perfect view at the top of Table Mountain, as well. The people are incredibly kind and friendly wherever you go and it we enjoyed experiencing the mixture of cultures.
The accommodations on this tour vary, but we enjoyed them all. The guesthouse in De Rust was so special as the hosts cooked incredible meals for us each night and treated us like special friends.
All in all, the time in South Africa was something I will never forget. The people, the scenery, the animals, the food…all of it was so much more than what I expected.
Most Inspirational Moment
Meeting a beautiful octopus in a tide pool and being surrounded by giraffes on a game ride.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Petro felt more like a friend than a group leader. She is so proud of her country and it was inspiring to see it through her eyes.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Being prepared will make the trip easier. Load the Uber app if you don't already have it. Pack some flashlights and a backup phone charger. I am so glad I followed the trip notes because the power was out a few times. Layers are your friend on this trip because the weather changes quite a bit. Enjoy!
Debby Orsini
Reviewed August 2025
Magnificent Dolomites!
Our premium hiking experience in the Dolomites with Exodus surpassed our expectations- the scenery, hotel accommodations, food, guide and hiking group were first rate. The choice of trails and the advice given for our day off were spot-on. I recommend this trip without reservation for everyone who enjoys a challenging itinerary in a breathtakingly beautiful environment!
Most Inspirational Moment
The early morning climb to the Tre Cime de Lavaredo, before the tourists arrived
Thoughts on Group Leader
Mark Brown was our guide. Everyone in our 14-person group admired his skill, tact, thoughtfulness and expert information. He looked out for everyone in the group and was always available to offer suggestions, encouragement and insights to local customs and history.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Poles and lighter weight hiking boots or trail shoes for the rocky ground. Come prepared to take on both challenging ascents and descents and to enjoy wonderful accommodations and food at the Hotel Adler!
Claire Sheriff
Reviewed August 2025
An complete tour of Colombia!
If you want to see all Colombia has to offer, this is the trip! From the coast to the cloud forest, you do get to experience SO much culture on this trip. The leader was brilliant and the locals all so very friendly.
Most Inspirational Moment
Seeing the different lifestyles every city had to offer
Thoughts on Group Leader
Brilliant leader! Cilfredo was a fountain of knowledge and extremely passionate about his country
Advice for Potential Travellers
Take some really good walking shoes as there are a lot of walking days
Mark Chellew
Reviewed August 2025
A very very enjoyable cycling trip
We were very fortunate -weather was excellent-our guide Lina was amazing -exploring the baltics is a must do trip
Most Inspirational Moment
Tallinn was the most picturesque city,cycling through countryside of baltics was very scenic
The company of the other cyclists was excellent and the group got along very well
Thoughts on Group Leader
Lina-a excellent guide who was very informative of history and the struggles of the region.A great sense of humour
Advice for Potential Travellers
Relatively flat and easy cycling
Ved Kalyan
Reviewed August 2025
Dheeraj Hinduja - Kudos to this place
The Prosecco Hills are surprisingly unknown and undiscovered place by people. The mass tourism had never reached at that place. If person want to go on hilly area, everyone has to visit this place once a life. I and my couson brother dheeraj hinduja had visited at this place.
Most Inspirational Moment
A place that had not seen by mass tourism. As name suggest, it is hidden from mass. A tracking place for world best trackers.
Thoughts on Group Leader
As you wish.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Who person likes the silent and hilly place. Tracking and group vocation lover can join each other.
Catryn Scantlebury
Reviewed August 2025
Spectacular Scenery!
Visiting the Azores was honestly unforgettable. The scenery was next-level — black volcanic ash, vibrant green forests, and bright hydrangeas everywhere in July. We saw so many whales and dolphins, all really close to shore because the sea gets so deep so quickly – it’s one of the best places in the world for year-round sightings. And hopping between the islands (they’re only about an hour apart by ferry!) felt like discovering hidden pockets of history — each one had its own personality. We even saw a pod of whales during one of the crossings!
Most Inspirational Moment
My favourite walk was on São Jorge. We started early, high up in the clouds, but luck was on our side — the skies cleared and we spent the rest of the hike descending under brilliant blue skies. Surrounded by blooming hydrangeas and vibrant greenery, the whole experience felt incredibly special, like stepping into a living painting.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Jorge Valerio was an amazing leader ! He was very inclusive and made the effort to circulate around the group throughout the trip which made everyone feel welcome and included. He listened to the groups needs regarding dietary requirements and tailor restaurant options so that we could all eat together.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Pack for all seasons in a day, we would have sunshine, then rain, then sunshine then wind. It's quite an unpredictable weather system, however it never drops below 15 degrees year round so is quite good for someone who hates the cold!
John Boam
Reviewed August 2025
Wow!
Grade 5 – This was an epic adventure in every way, the hikes, the scenery, the hotel, the food, it was all brilliant. If you fancy a challenge and you like the look of the Dolomites, what are you waiting for? Go for it, you won’t be disappointed.
Most Inspirational Moment
Ah, there were so many but I guess when we summited the Durrenstein 2,839m under clear blue skies comes close to the top, as does the night we had the hotel's winery to ourselves for the Tyrolean dinning experience, and a note on the food it's definitely a case of quality over quantity but we loved it, it always tasted great and it delivered for powering us up those hills.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Our tour guide Mark Brown was great, always enthusiastic, full of energy, super knowledgable and unflappable, just what you want from a guide.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Make sure you're fit before you go, take poles because they really help on the climbs and the downhill sections, and make sure your kit is fully waterproof as the weather is often varied to say the least.
Richard Woolley
Reviewed August 2025
Fantastic week in Romania
A lovely week’s cycling thanks to the ever positive group leader, Cristina and the practical, “nothing is too much trouble” support from Radu in his green van in a beautiful, rural, unspoilt part of Romania.
Most Inspirational Moment
The whole area of Transylvania is inspirational and there were many individual stories that were shared with us of people striving to keep traditions going.
It was also brilliant to be part of a great group of fellow cyclists who provided a huge amount of inspiration and support.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Cristina was very positive throughout the week and along with Radu provided lots of information about the culture and the history of the areas we visited.
Advice for Potential Travellers
A few things:
Take what you need for the 1st day's cycle in your hand luggage on the plane, if you can. My luggage was delayed as left by the airline at Warsaw from the connecting flight.
Food is good and largely what the locals eat, so don't expect "posh food". Lots of variety though, not just pork and beef - we had chicken a few times, beef, pork and trout.
As the notes say - get Romanian Lei at the airport - either with your cash (just before arrivals) or from an ATM with a debit card. As most meals are provided in the villages, you wont need much though except for extras (e.g. beer, wine)
There are hills on this trip but most are the "long and steady gradient" type so most cyclists will be able to manage them. There are one or two steep hills but don't worry about getting off and pushing your bike if hills are not your thing!
The bikes are ok, but seem a bit old so don't expect the quality of the bike you have at home. I found the gear changes were not as responsive as I am used to on my own bike.
Suzy Perelman
Reviewed August 2025
Excellent trip!
I just came back a couple days ago from my 5th bike trip ever– this was an excellent one! It’s mostly flat, so the biking wasn’t that hard, but hard enough that I felt I got a great workout every day. Our leader, Lina, was absolutely superb in every way. She organized us and kept track of us beautifully, calmed the waters during stressful situations (our bus broke down on the highway! But we got a new one ASAP), chose FANTASTIC restaurants for us, and told us volumes worth of history in a captivating way. These countries are fascinating, beautiful, quirky, with delicious food, great beaches, stunning architecture, excellent biking paths (it was never scary!), and perfect weather for us (August). Highly recommend!
Most Inspirational Moment
Most of our dinners were with a view-- beautiful!!
Thoughts on Group Leader
Excellent in every way
Advice for Potential Travellers
Definitely bring rain gear-- it rained on 2 of our rides! Not the whole time, but worth bringing something. Do your family research before you come to this area because if you have ancestors from this place, it would be fun to know that!
sophie moran
Reviewed July 2025
Wildlife Paradise for mammals, birds and Reptiles. what an Adventure to a remote and beautiful place
Unlike the dense Amazon rainforest, the Pantanal is more open and flat, making wildlife easier to spot. Over 650 bird species, including hyacinth macaws, Toco Toucans, Greater Rhea, jabiru storks.
Jaguars (we saw Three!) We also saw Capybaras, giant river otters, caimans, tapirs, Coati, Howler and Capuchin Monkeys, Azara’s agouti, tamandua, Crab eating fox to name a few!
Most Inspirational Moment
We were lucky enough to see three jaguars on our departure. the first was lying on the banks in a cooler spot under a tree and sleepy at first like an oversized kitten, she then saw something she fancied eating in the water below and completely changed into the elusive hunter we know her to be. they can keep still for hours and move so slowly and with much precision it was exceptional to witness this behaviour and the respect these creatures demand.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Tony who is originally from the Amazon region has been leading in the Pantanal for over 20 years. His love of the wildlife here transcends through the groups. while we were all using the merlin app to identify the birds Tony was calling to them before they were even seen, Brazil's answer to Dr Dolittle.
Advice for Potential Travellers
The Dry season is June to November. there are less biting bugs during this season but they are still there. they can be avoided by using Deet, long sleeves, long trousers loose fitting and light colours. bringing a warm windproof jacket for the early morning starts is a must when flying down the paraguay river ready for your first wildlife spot of the day