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Lucy Wiggins
Reviewed September 2019
Excellent trip, Excellent Leader and Excellent Chalet Hosts
I went walking the first week of September 2019 and had an amazing week. I was very lucky in that the group I walked with were all lovely. The leader, Adelene was extremely enthusiastic, gave brilliant briefings for each daily walk and adjusted in accordance with weather and forecasts and was extremely knowledgable for the area we were walking. From start to finish the Chalet Chocolat was an incredible experience, the two hosts Ben and Zohi went above and beyond to make us all feel incredibly welcomed and the food was brilliant and we could not have been looked after better. The team leader and chalet hosts are a real credit to Exodus and I could not recommend them enough in making our trip such a memorable one. Thank you.
Most Inspirational Moment
The people I met during the trip and beautiful scenery of the Mont Blanc region
Thoughts on Group Leader
Excellent
Advice for Potential Travellers
A lot of the group used walking poles.
On your day off get up early and visit the L’Aiguille du Midi and then head to the Spa which is incredible and an experience like no other I have visited
John Mitchell
Reviewed September 2019
Concordia and K2
A great trip that I am very proud to have completed. The remoteness has a unique beauty all of its own. A very good level of fitness is required to enjoy this trek.
We were helped by a great team of guides, cooks and general helpers. There dedication to helping us and looking after us was second to none.
This trip is a challenge, but a very worthwhile one. You will not regret attempting it.
The first look of K2 makes all the hardships of the trek worthwhile.
Most Inspirational Moment
Reaching the base camp at K2.
Looking out of my tent at 5am on a snowy morning and seeing K2 looming large, totally clear of cloud in the morning light.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Sarah was excellent throughout. She has vast experience and is able to use that experience to help people through what was a tough trip. She makes time for each person giving them confidence and encouragement. Her team obviously adore her and will do anything to help.
We had an issue when our flight back from Skardu was cancelled. Somehow Sarah was able to secure us all seats on the plane leaving the next day, when initially none were available. We all had total confidence that she would try everything possible for us. It took her 4 hours to do it and we all flew out the next day.
I have been lucky enough to have enjoyed some fabulous team leaders. Sarah tops the lot.
Credit also to the Exodus team back in London who were a great help looking at all the possibilities when our flight was cancelled.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Do not miss this adventure. But beware. The trip notes do not give an accurate idea of how tough this trip is. The terrain after the first few days is rocks, rocks and more rocks with little or no clear path.
Do not underestimate this trip. Our group was full of experienced trekkers who have been on trips all over the world, yet everyone found this a very tough trip.
But, the experience is second to none. If your fit enough and have a positive attitude you will have one of the greatest trekking experiences of your life.
Not to be missed.
Stephanie Haddrell
Reviewed September 2019
Cycling The Dalmation Coast Croatia
We thoroughly enjoyed our first Exodus tour.
The cycling was amazing, very beautiful scenery, and excellent bikes. The tour guide Dino and Driver Tommy were super, very attentive, informative, friendly and efficient.
The hotels were generally good. However the first stay in Hvar was basic, the shower was not attached to the wall and the fan was noisy- we were expecting air conditioning, and the site was run down with steps to the beach and appartments being hazardous. The breakfast was fine and the location very good for cycling. The two other hotels were fine.
The rating for the tour was 3/10. I was a little confused by this as a first timer. I consider myself to be fairly fit and cycle regularly 20+ miles and expected a level 3 trip to be comfortable for me, yet I found the climbs quite challenging. Perhaps there should be more detail in your explanations of grading.
Most Inspirational Moment
Every day provided exceptional scenery and beautiful places of interest.
Thoughts on Group Leader
The group leader was excellent very professional, informative, considerate and helpful.
Advice for Potential Travellers
I would advise travellers to extend their stay to allow time to recover and or prepare for the trip, and to visit the cities of Split and Dubrovnic at their leisure.
I would also advise to bring rehydration tablets to add to water and snack bars to get them up the hills!
I would also add that August was too hot!
Gillian Tanner
Reviewed September 2019
Very informative
Andrius was an excellent guide through the three Baltic countries. Th cycling was not too challenging but at times rather monotonous as we cycled in forests or along roads with little changing scenery.
Most Inspirational Moment
Eating smoked fish outside the fisherman's house, the delicious salmon lunch, gazing out over the Baltic. Understanding a little more about life in Soviet times.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Andrius was witty, sardonic, extremely knowledgeable and completely made the trip for us.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Relax, enjoy your fellow cyclists (we had a great bunch!)and if Andrius has any little suggestions follow his advice!
Kathryn Hunt
Reviewed September 2019
A memorable trip!
The wildlife and scenery were stunning. We were not disappointed. Learning more about the country, its habitats and people was very interesting.
Most Inspirational Moment
Highlights were seeing the green backed turtles laying eggs in Tortuguero, and quetzals in the Savegre valley cloud forest. Also toucans, hummingbirds and sloths. An additional (optional) boat trip along the Rio Tarcoles was very worthwhile - we saw many different birds close to, as well as massive crocodiles.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Our guide was fantastic in every respect. He was very knowledgeable indeed and went out of his way to try and make sure we saw as much wildlife as possible.
Advice for Potential Travellers
We were a little worried beforehand as our trip was to take place in the wet season. However we only had one day when the rain was so torrential it delayed one of our activities (and we got soaked to the skin) so it is not a given that August is a "bad" time of the year to go. It was very very humid though (apart from when were up in the mountains) so I wished we had taken another couple of pairs of walking trousers & T shirts, as changes of clothes were required more often than I had anticipated. And a poncho proved more effective than a conventional waterproof when it did rain.
Simon Smith
Reviewed September 2019
A fabulous week
This was my first Exodus walking holiday and I will definetly be doing more. Our guide Michela was fantastic, making every day a day to remember. Her walks were sometimes challenging but always within everyone’s capabilities and we visited some amazing villages. The holiday did not stop there as Moneglia where we stayed was full of restaurants which made for wonderful evenings out.
Most Inspirational Moment
Every day was inspiring whether it was climbing up the hills, walking through the woods or down into the villages but our last walk across the terraces will be one of my favourite memories
Thoughts on Group Leader
You could not ask for a better leader. Michela looked after us day and night, making sure everyone was happy with what they were doing and offering alternatives if the main activity did not suit. Michela is very knowledgable and interesting, telling us all about the places we visited. She also looked after us in the evening suggesting and organising different restaurants for group meals. Nothing was too much trouble for Michela even down to making sure we all got home safely.
Advice for Potential Travellers
There are some steep climbs, but nothing impossible for so.eone of average fitness. Walking poles can be useful on some of the rougher descents.
Peter Stocker
Reviewed September 2019
Marvellous Islamic architecture.
The visits to Samarkand and Bukhara were the principal things I wanted to see apart from Khiva which I did on my own before the main trip. Exodus booked the flights for me and I booked the hotel in Khiva myself.
Most Inspirational Moment
I would have to say Khiva although it was not part of the standard trip. I also particularly enjoyed Samarkand, Bukhara and the overnight stay in the yurt camp amidst beautiful Alpine scenery.
Thoughts on Group Leader
We had two leaders, the one for Uzbekistan was very experienced and everything was very efficient. The guide for Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan was less experienced but coped well.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Unless Exodus decide to include it, spend a couple of nights in Khiva first, it's very compact and traffic free and there is a lot to see. You don't need a guide just a guide book.
Deborah Evans
Reviewed September 2019
Amazing, Extensive, Exhausting Trip
If you want to see classic Silk Road architecture then go to Uzbekistan.
If you want to see amazing mountain scenery then go to Kyrgyzstan.
If you want to see both of the above plus three other countries in Central Asia, whilst experiencing a wide range of ‘best of’ activites plus a few off the beaten track sights, all crammed into three hectic weeks, then the Five Stans trip is the one for you.
My expectations were high, but this trip surpassed them.
Most Inspirational Moment
I can't pick one, here are a selection of things that blew me away:
Surreal Ashgabat.
Beautiful Bukhara.
Samarkand. Obviously.
The night sky (and entire yurt experience) at Son Kul lake
Thoughts on Group Leader
Suzie Grant is a one woman whirlwind. She held our great group together, looked after us all, kept our spirits up and used her natural curiousity to help make it the best trip possible for us. It was a privilege to travel with her.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Bear in mind that the itinerary is very 'full on' and, although I consider myself to be relatively fit, I was quite tired by the end of the trip.
That said, I am grateful for the opportunity to do so much in such a short period of time.
Sara Barry
Reviewed September 2019
Hot and hilly
Dramatic hills and lovely Albanians
Most Inspirational Moment
The road trip to theth
Thoughts on Group Leader
A little in experienced but relaxed at the end
Advice for Potential Travellers
If you struggle with heat avoid August
Amit Bhutani
Reviewed September 2019
Excellent Service@ Mount Blanc by Group Leader & Hosts at Chalet Chamonix !
Paul
Our tour guide/leader was easy going, well versed with the hikes and always had a smile on his face. Paul was also very helpful, I left my phone behind in one of the refuge , he went out of his way to get the phone collected from a colleague which saved me half a day !
Thanks a ton Paul, really appreciate your help !!
Claire/Liz,
Again excellent hosts, well kept Chalet,clean and tidy rooms, three course dinner served at 730pm was fresh and delicious !
Both of them also gave brilliant suggestions on things to do on a off day!
Thank you Claire/Liz, you both are very good hosts !
Regards,
Amit Bhutani
Most Inspirational Moment
Lunch break during the second day of hike with scenic views of Alps was out of the world experience.
Will never forget sitting in peace, enjoying my music, having sandwiches while appreciating nature!