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145 Reviews

4.7 out of 5

Reviewed January 2012

WALKING IN ANDALUCIA

This is the first time I had this type of holiday with a guide and a bunch of people I didn’t know. I was worried that I wouldn’t be happy to be told where to go/when to go/what to do by someone else on my holiday.

Most Inspirational Moment

The location was beautiful and remote, no TV/ Internet . We were very lucky with the weather which for me was one of the most important factors for enjoying the whole experience. The views on the walks were great and everyone in the group was very nice.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Andy was a very friendly guide, easy to talk to with a good sense of humour. On the last day I wanted an alternative to the walk and Andy recommended a beautiful village in the area of the walk. I was dropped off on the way and was picked up on the way back. This was a different day to the ones before but still very enjoyable.

Advice for Potential Travellers

The cortija offers a cosy homely environment but is quite basic. The nearest village is 20 minutes away so you need to bring everything that you might need with you. There are no real facilities for washing clothes and those can get very dirty so bring enough to last the week.Make sure you get concrete directions where to meet the leader in the airport as it wasn't as simple as we were made to believe at home.

Reviewed October 2011

WALKING IN ANDALUCIA

Just to repeat what other scribes have written, food, farmhouse, driver, manager, smiling dog, staff, fellow travellers all first class. Thanks.

Most Inspirational Moment

Being 60 somethings wondering if we could hack it, we did.

Thoughts on Group Leader

I'LL never forget what's his name!!! top man, kept muttering about it being really lovely in May.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Just pay the money and go, worth every penny sorry euro.

Reviewed June 2011

WALKING IN ANDALUCIA

A fabulous holiday. Cortijo Rosario has very friendly welcoming staff and fabulous food. The walks are lovely and although we had unusually hot weather (even for June), we enjoyed every moment.

Most Inspirational Moment

Hard to decide between the last two days as both walks were in the hills with stunning views. Perhaps the walk to the El Chorro Gorge just gets top spot, particularly as we finished the afternoon with a swim in the lake opposite the King's summer residence!

Thoughts on Group Leader

Fantastic, could not have been better!

Advice for Potential Travellers

If you go in June, take lots of sun block!

Reviewed June 2011

WALKING IN ANDALUCIA

Walking in Andalucia is a magical holiday. Wonderful walks with amazing views and wildlife. Fantastic food and hospitality at the Cortijo run by Anne and Bill who’s philosophy of ‘my house is your house’ is exemplified throughout by all the staff.

Most Inspirational Moment

Walking in the Grazalema Mountains over to the village of Benaocaz. Vultures nesting only metres away almost sharing our lunch! A walk we didn't want to end. Standing on the cliffs high above El Chorro Gorge and just watching the scenery, followed by swimming in the turquoise green waters of the King's lake at the end of another perfect day in paradise.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Alejandro was a fantastic leader. Although new to Spain he had learnt a wealth of information about the area. He was a brilliant guide giving meticulous walking information. He was interested in all the wild life and knew an amazing amount about it. Above all he has a superb sense of humour and was really good fun to be with. We all had a great week.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Take a good back pack and water bottles if going in summer months. We found sticks really useful.

Reviewed June 2011

WALKING IN ANDALUCIA

The best Exodus trip I’ve been on!

Most Inspirational Moment

The landscape and flowers of the area were fabulous and inspiring.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Alejandro was superb- the best guide so far with Exodus. He went out of his way to meet the needs of the group in a friendly, generous and fun way. He clearly loved his job and his enthusiasm for travel is infectious! Great to have a guide fluent in the language- really helped the trip run smoothly.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Take sun cream with a high enough factor!

Reviewed May 2011

WALKING IN ANDALUCIA

This was my first trip of this kind and it far exceeded my expectations. The walks were all different and very interesting. Really fun group of people. Our guide Suzy was excellent.

Most Inspirational Moment

The mountain walk was amazing. Fabulous scenery and so many lovely spring flowers. An absolutely brilliant day!

Thoughts on Group Leader

Suzy was an excellent leader. Her knowledge of the area, the flowers and the history of the place was phenomenal. She also talked knowledgebly about her other trips and adventures. She was also great fun, every walk ended in a bar for a drink before returning to the Cortijo. We were also joined by Alejandro, who was taking over from Suzy in Andalucia, which was a fun addition to the group.

Advice for Potential Travellers

As a novice I took walking boots but walking shoes would have been far more suitable for this level of walking in Spring.

Reviewed May 2011

WALKING IN ANDALUCIA

Andalucia is a very special place with a strong and impressive sub-culture of its own. This was an enjoyable trip in every aspect made extra special by our tour leader, the lovely Suzie. She is a gem. Hang on to her Exodus.

Most Inspirational Moment

No one inspirational moment, but rather a week of perfect peace walking in beautiful countryside with some lovely people.

Thoughts on Group Leader

As stated earlier, Suzie is one of those special people who don't come along all that often. We met her in Italy last year when she led the "Amalfi Coast" walk and were impressed then. Of all the tour leaders I have met (and that's quite a few) she is up there with the very best.

Advice for Potential Travellers

No. Everyone has to learn how to get the most out of life in their own way. However, if you don't like walking don't sign up for a walking holiday! (someone did just that on this trip)

Reviewed May 2011

WALKING IN ANDALUCIA

A lovely holiday in a fascinating and very beautiful region of Spain. Each walk was completely different and the whole holiday gave a wonderful introductory taster to the diversity, richness and colours which make up the Andalucian landscape.

Most Inspirational Moment

Meeting and sharing some stories with my fellow travellers, seeing some Griffin vultures fly past when we arrived at the 'Pass of the Doves', and walking through some incredibly beautiful meadows of spring flowers.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Our group leader was very knowledgeable and really upbeat. She made a really genuine effort to include everyone regardless of their level and fitness.

Advice for Potential Travellers

A waterproof jacket is a must on a Spring time holiday, as the weather can be slightly unpredicatble.

Reviewed May 2011

WALKING IN ANDALUCIA

Good food, good company, some excellent walks – exactly what was promised in the trip notes and more.

Most Inspirational Moment

I can't pick only one thing! From Maria's brilliant food, to the stunning views in the El Chorro gorge, to the mass of wild flowers we saw on our walks, to the Easter Sunday parade in the next village, to the carriage ride round Seville - I loved every minute of it.

Thoughts on Group Leader

All I can say is that Roger definitely lived up to the previous reviews about him on the website - and more. Pretty much anything that our group needed during the week Roger was able to produce out of his daysack or his "office". This included wet weather gear for those who had come without, a spare rucksack, a walking pole, and a shorter self-guided walk for a couple of us who opted out of one of the more strenuous daywalks. On our first daywalk we were a little surprised to see the Cortijo dogs suddenly appear at our first water break (although they had been locked in when we left, they had managed to track which way we'd gone and catch us up). But yet again Roger was ready for the dogs' Great Escape, calling the Cortijo to say the dogs were safe and with us, and then making improvised leads from rope he had in his rucksack.

Advice for Potential Travellers

It's definitely worth taking walking poles - there are quite a few ascents and descents on the walks, nothing too much but I was glad to have my poles with me. Also, it's worth thinking about what you are going to do on your last day, whilst waiting for your flight. We all flew back at various times on the Saturday evening, but had to be out of our rooms in the Cortijo by mid morning. It wasn't a problem for our group as between us we found various things to do - some of us went for walks, or to the village for tapas, or just chilled out at the Cortijo. Perhaps Exodus could think of some possible options, and include in future trip notes......?

Reviewed April 2011

WALKING IN ANDALUCIA

Very good walking, with a range of scenery. Good guide, very knowledgeable. Good accommodation. My only criticism was it was somehow predictable. 20yrs ago we did a similar holiday with Simply Crete and it had far more suprise elements in it (eg lunch in locals’ homes) so I think I was left a bit underwhelmed after Andalucia

Most Inspirational Moment

I enjoyed Setenil village.I loved the delicious evening meals. (but they were really late and I was so hungry I'd have eaten anything)It wasn't really an inspirational trip, more a pleasant, interesting, relaxing one.

Thoughts on Group Leader

very good. Relaxed, low key. knowledgeable, sensitive to the group and their abilities. Flexible, able to adapt walks depending on the weather. Good ideas for Sevillle, but never pushy and over organising.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Take waterproof jacket AND trousers. We needed them.Take your own snacks to keep you going between pakced lumch at 1pm and dinner at 8.30pm. The bar prices for drinks and snacks are very high.

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