Reviews

Most Inspirational Moment

Looking down a steep snowy slope which we'd just climbed on crampons (my first time).The summit of Mt Toubkal.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Helpful, encouraging, felt very safe. Changed the schedule so that we did Mount Toubkal on the first day - a good call as a storm came in on the evening of the 2nd day and though we walked that day, the ridge to the 2nd peak was too windy for us to get to the summit.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Refuge is quite basic but is fine and a good location at the head of the valley. I had down booties which were great in the refuge to keep feet warm, especially when getting up for the loo in the middle of the night. If noise affects you take ear plugs for sleeping at night in the dorm. One of the accommodation had a very smoky lounge (from the stove which provided the only warmth in the room). If you have asthma I'd check with Exodus what the current situation is, as it might cause you problems.

Most Inspirational Moment

The Guide and his many stories about the areas we visited.

Thoughts on Group Leader

The Guide was fab and his many stories about the areas we visited fasinating although some of his jokes were a wee bit tired.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Make sure you are a fit walker, then you will get the most from this trip.Have some change on you, the tarts at the mountain huts are worth it.And bring your camera.

Most Inspirational Moment

Sailing across Lake Nicaragua to Ometepe Island, then cycling round its edge to a natural spring pool to cool off...cycling round Lake Arenal...baby crocs on the river bank in Costa Rica...snorkelling and dolphin spotting in Boca Del Toro ....mmm, ceviche

Thoughts on Group Leader

Rob was a great leader - laid back but hands on.  I always felt like I could ride at my own pace without getting left behind or holding anyone else up.

Most Inspirational Moment

Controlling a long tricky descent perfectly!

Thoughts on Group Leader

Great fun to be with.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Go if you like tracks, tracks and more tracks. If you prefer off track, go to Norway.

Most Inspirational Moment

Too many but Halong Bay probably was the most inspirational but surprisingly the cycles were not required! Yes, too many. 

Thoughts on Group Leader

Chi, very well organised, very fit, with a genuine love of cycling and his country, its culture  and history etc..

Advice for Potential Travellers

If you enjoy and in no particular order cycling, history, culture, people, fresh food, scenery, the great outdoors, cities then do it!

Most Inspirational Moment

 The views were amazing but arriving at the Sun Gate and seeing Machu Picchu for the first time was definitely one of those moments you will never forget. We were luck to have glorious sunshine when we arrived, just to make the moment just that more magical. 

Thoughts on Group Leader

We had a main group leader that joined us when we arrived at the rainforest and stayed with us until our return flight to Lima. Flaminia was an excellent leader, resolving problems, getting us from A to B and very knowledgeable on the Inca trail and the trip down to Lake Titicaca. In addition, we had guides in Lima, the Amazon and Lake Titicaca with all the specific knowledge of the area.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Be prepared for lots of travel, transfers and staying in different locations. The trip notes don’t prepare you for the endless packing and repacking, including at airports! We were fortunate that we could get some laundry done at the hotel on the 2 occasions we were in Cuzco, definitely a must if you can, after the rainforest and Inca Trail. 

Most Inspirational Moment

Crossing the Col du Bonhomme.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Alison was great. Very informative but relaxed.

Most Inspirational Moment

The view from Saint Elijah and walking to the end of the overhanging platform. Also, the Yagodina Caves were great. Some very impressive stalagmites/stalactites. Shame you're not allowed to take photos.

Thoughts on Group Leader

In a word, excellent. She obviously had a passion for this area and nothing was too much bother. Her English was excellent. I did two trips in Bulgaria and I think both guides set the standards for a good group leader.

Advice for Potential Travellers

I thought the trip notes were pretty accurate although we didn't see many birds. That might be the due to the time of year, I don't know.

Most Inspirational Moment

A good team spirit

Thoughts on Group Leader

All round a good bloke, good fun who led well.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Take plenty of warm clothes and 4s sleeping bag a must as Hut is very very -2/3 cold with only one small fire where all the guides well '3 sit directly infront' so no heat enters the room.

Most Inspirational Moment

Probably Dubrovnik - sitting having a coffee just enjoying it all going on. Boat trip was also a highlight,lake swimming  and some lovely meals too...

Thoughts on Group Leader

Super - very aware of different interests and needs and realloy efficient and accurate in the information and help she gave. Thank you Sanja.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Travel light, leaving room for buys, especially food items - love the honey with nuts and fruit in it.  Also, if going in high summer, be aware that the long walk has little shade, though our leader was very good at building in rest stops when we found shade.