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Rose Ellison
Reviewed October 2022
Amazing Trek
A GREAT experience, amazing scenery and good group size. The standard of the hotels varied a bit in style, breakfasts and facilities, but most were fine, clean and comfortable. The Group Leader was very informative throughout and adapted well to my deafness supporting me and making sure I was aware of all instructions e.g., setting off times etc. The Group Leader also found some good places for the stops each day and some lunches and evening meals were lovely. The weather was good which was a bonus for us all! The pace some days was tough with steep inclines and descends, so I walked with sticks which were a great help. I would suggest that training is essential for this trek and a pair of worn in footwear. The only downside was Air Europa the airline for the 4 flights. They lost my case on the way home and then when it arrived 2 days later it was damaged. They also did not honour the prebooked and paid for seats on the aeroplane.
Most Inspirational Moment
Going to the Finistère on our free day "The end of the World!!" It felt like a good way to end a wonderful adventure....
Thoughts on Group Leader
The Group Leader was patient and informative. Nothing was too much trouble and he made sure I was awake every day as there were no telephones in the rooms for a morning call and being deaf, I did not hear my mobile alarm. He worked hard to make me feel included in the group and was very supportive to anyone in the group that needed it.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Don't pack too much! Do your training beforehand. Wear in your footwear. Have a decent backpack that fits well. Be prepared for all weathers. Take a hat and sunscreen and drink plenty of water each day.
Gary Blinkhorn
Reviewed October 2022
Beautiful scenery and good walking.
Had a fabulous week walking the Amalfi Coast. Great guide and the most amazing scenery on a range of different walks. Whilst not lengthy or technically difficult some of the walks were challenging in terms of descent via steps and exposure for anyone with no head for heights. Great organization throughout and the family run hotel was very good with excellent food and service. My bonus was a week in October in Italy with fantastic weather and great company. Highly recommended.
Most Inspirational Moment
The Walk of the Gods.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Excellent skilled, knowledgeable and extremely hard working.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Make sure you are up to these walks as you will descent several thousand steps during the week and the Amalfi Coast is steep and rugged.
Birgitte Israelsen
Reviewed October 2022
TPJ221008
I am still surprise how the breakfast, lunch and dinner could be so sublime when we was at the Inca Trail. To make the food in a tent and more or less at the floor.
Most Inspirational Moment
That I could "The Inca Trail" which was not easy for me, because my breathing was very much the challenge. To see the nature along the trail and how it change on the way.
Thoughts on Group Leader
We have Julio Llancay as tours leader which was an fantastic leader. Always was the tings ready as bus, restaurants, the other guide etc. All VERY well planned. As a person very well balanced even when many persons want to talk to him at the same time.
Advice for Potential Travellers
You can do it just walk as a turtle!
karen sargent
Reviewed October 2022
Just brilliant!
Great trip in a beautiful country. So much to see and do.
Most Inspirational Moment
Petra was beyond anything I’d imagined, but the time spent in the Wadi Rum was my favourite part of the trip. I loved the beauty and peace of the desert, watching the sunset from the camp and the starry skies.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Muayad was a great leader. He looked after us well and was so knowledgeable and passionate about his country.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Go a day early if you can. The group flight arrived at the hotel at 2am, and then you’re up at 6:30 and the trip is full on from there!
Lis BJ
Reviewed October 2022
Fascinating and fun
Great trip with Abdullah as our highly knowledgeable guide, organised and with a great tolerance of Brit’s sense of humour! We had an excellent group and Ab helped us all gel very quickly. Exodus’s organisation was spot on. The tour is busy at times and needs to be in order to take in the many sites that are just amazing. There are balancing relaxing periods when staying at the places for more than one night.
Most Inspirational Moment
Gerash, Petra -the first sight of which lives up to expectations, The view from the sacrificial peak was just fabulous.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Ab was the best. Answered all our many questions and got us to places at times we needed to be there. He had so much knowledge and expressed himself well. He also took us to some excellent eating places. He dealt well with any issues and he kindly contacted us after the tour had ended to ask if we needed medical assistance as my husband and I both were ill after leaving the tour as we had stayed on in Amman for a few days. (We didn't but it was a reassuring gesture). Thank you Ab.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Take good strong walking shoes (boots not really necessary) but you need more than soft open toe sandals. Changing money from a different currency was not an issue. Followed the recommended packing list and we were not missing anything. The number of days is well wort while compared to the shorter trips. We had two full days in Petra which was good to really take it all in and walk everywhere. It's big.
J V
Reviewed October 2022
Mismanaged, poorly prepared and mis-sold
If you are considering booking this trip, please do be aware of the following: – The “hike” on “local trails” on day two of the trip is, in actuality, a walk down the town’s high street past all of the local tourist hotels and restaurants. – Exodus do not check the internal flights with the airline. As such, you may miss multiple days of your trip should the airline reschedule flights as Exodus will not be aware. – Exodus do not check whether Rinca Island is open. Therefore, should the island close for construction works, as it did for two years during the pandemic, you will lose out on the dragons part of the Primates and Dragons trip. – Manta Rays, are not regularly seen at Manta Point, they are instead seasonal visitors to the area with sightings outside a few months exceedingly rare due to the roughness of the sea Unfortunately, our trip encountered all of these issues and more. Exodus utterly failed to deliver nearly any part of this trip as advertised and in the aftermath have deliberately misinterpreted our complaints, refused to take responsibility for their failings and refused to make adequate amends. This was our fourth trip with Exodus. After thoroughly enjoying the first three, we never want to travel with Exodus again.
Reply from Exodus
We appreciate you taking the time to leave a review, although we are genuinely sorry that you were disappointed with several aspects of your trip to Indonesia and that this has discouraged you from travelling with Exodus again. The regrettable issues your group encountered were the result of flight schedule changes, which affected the planned itinerary, and the unexpected closure of Rinca Island, both of which were outside Exodus’ control. We understand that our customer services team have been in contact since your return and I hope that they are able to resolve your concerns as we wish that, in time, you might consider travelling with us again. We, nevertheless, remain apologetic that your recent experience did not meet your expectations.
Kelly Reid, Product Manager
Amanda DAWSON
Reviewed October 2022
Amazing scenery food and wine
A beautiful country with amazing scenery along the challenging rides, fantastic food and wine, and what’s more it didn’t break the bank!
Most Inspirational Moment
Probably enjoying the company of the whales as I sat eating my breakfast overlooking the ocean in Hermanaus.. but then again I loved the quirky hotels and guesthouses with fantastic hospitality and great food and wine..
Thoughts on Group Leader
Adonia was very competent and professional and had great knowledge about everything.. he could always answer our questions.. Ernest was also a great second in charge.. his experience and knowledge second to none..
Advice for Potential Travellers
Make sure you get an adapter plug that you can use.. one that’s specific to South Africa with 3 round pins.. also take a back up charger as power cuts are frequent .. otherwise everything is fine, water is good to drink and you can pay by card/iPhone etc everywhere as long as the power is on
Jennifer Dixon
Reviewed October 2022
Walking through history
Evia is a Greek island most people of never heard of but it has a central role in Greek history. You are literally walking through time. Comfortable family run accommodation and excellent food in local tavernas. This is a destination not spoilt by international tourism. The ‘real’ Greece. The walking is varied and most involve an ascent but also long descents. The weather in October was just the right temperature for walking although a bit chilly and windy for swimming.
Most Inspirational Moment
Standing at the Acropolis of Styria with clear blue skies and fantastic views all round. this site is over 3000yrs old.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Thanos was an excellent leader. His passion and knowledge of Greek history is a real bonus. The midmorning pastries were a special delight.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Although the walks are not too long you do need to be a good walker to manage the terrain. Often need to watch your footing on the loose rocks, poles an essential. Long trousers also advised for some walks as the undergrowth is really sharp.
Rosemary Finch
Reviewed October 2022
Hiking in the area around Dobbiaco
This is a beautiful area for hiking, and the variety of self-guided hikes we were given was great. There was everything from short easy rambles to long challenging climbs. The Bellevue Hotel was wonderful, with awesome service and delicious food. Definitely an experience I would be happy to repeat. The only negative factor was that, although we never got lost, some of the route notes could do with updating. It seemed that total hike distances were often understated. Also, we did the last tour of the season, and found that some of the refugios mentioned as lunch stops were closed. I would recommend that anyone going late in the season check before setting out, or be sure to carry your own food.
Most Inspirational Moment
Finally making it to the top of Mt. Elmo in a snowstorm!
Graeme Mackenzie
Reviewed October 2022
Cycling in Sicily - October 2022
10 out of 10. Davide Di Mauro leads the cycling (from local tour guide company CicloFree) and works really hard to ensure the cycle tour is well organised and great fun. Giuseppe (van back up driver) provided solid back up support all day long with water and any other assistance always available if required. Accommodation all of a good standard. Cycling pitched at the right level without being overly strenuous. Davide ensures that all routes are safe and relatively low traffic routes. Davide puts lots of effort into selecting / suggesting places to eat. All of which were of outstanding quality but not necessarily expensive. I will remember the tour almost as much for culinary highlights as well as for cycling highlights. The cycling was excellent with the bikes being of high quality and very well maintained. Most of all however is the knowledge and enthusiasm that Davide has for Sicilian culture and nature. It was a huge pleasure to be part of a cycle tour led by Davide. Davide made sure the tour was fun from start to finish with his great sense of humour.
Most Inspirational Moment
Visiting the various old towns such as Palazzolo Acreide, Ragusa, Monica, Noto and Syracuse. Cycling back down the road of hairpin bends to Noto from the Cavagrande National Reserve.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Our tour Davide Di Mauro was excellent and made the whole trip enjoyable for all. Davide works really hard to ensure everything goes to plan but also is flexible when required to ensure everyone on the tour gets as much as possible from each days cycling. Davide has a fantastic knowledge of Sicilian culture and history which adds a great deal to the enjoyment of the tour. Davide also has an excellent relationship with all the accommodation providers and restaurants which ensures everything goes smoothly and the group get a warm welcome at all stops. On top of all, Davide has a great sense of humour and prides himself on collecting many everyday English language commonly used sayings - which he uses at different moments which is very funny.
