Reviews

Most Inspirational Moment

Walking on the Island of Korcula, which is lovely out of the main town. However, the old town has turned into Ibiza! The old town of Dubrovnik is amazing. Just wander and get lost in the old streets. It is very crowded, but don't let that put you off.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Excellent. She was amazing. It wasn't the most cohesive group we have encountered and the holiday did have problems. However, she sorted them all with humour and patience. Her knowledge was superb.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Organise it yourself!

Most Inspirational Moment

Difficult to pick just one, but first entering Dubrovnik in the evening, with the walls floodlit and alpine swifts screaming overhead takes some beating.  Trogir, Diocletian's Palace at Split, Korcula Island (Agroturismo Grubinjac evening meal not to be missed!), Ston, and everything about Dubrovnik will linger long in the memory. 

Thoughts on Group Leader

Marija was extremely knowledgeable about the area (she lives in Split) and about Croatian culture and history in general. She inspired confidence from first meeting at the airport and kept everyone informed and supported individuals as and when required. Her varied choice of restaurants provided the venue for an entertaining group meal every evening if desired. She ensured that the group gelled from the first evening at the Tragos Hotel in Trogir Old Town.  The city guides she fixed up for Split and Dubrovnik were excellent. 

Advice for Potential Travellers

If you stay at the Hotel Liburna in Korcula, try to get a sea-view room from an upper floor; these were (reputedly) very nice.  Our ground floor room facing in the opposite direction, looked out on an overgrown grass bank and the bathroom was smelly, with original communist era fittings and plumbing.  The room itself was fine and the Hotel interesting in style and ideally located. Walking shoes/boots advisable for Korcula walk on loose stones for much of the way.

Suggestions

Great fun from start to finish with an amazingly diverse gang of people who quickly blended into a sociable and entertaining group - a great advert for Exodus style holidays for our first venture.

Most Inspirational Moment

Trogir, Korcula and Dubrovnik are beautiful old cities. Korcula , Mijet and Lokrum are gorgeous islands with lovely walks and scenery. The wine tasting was excellent, such a wonderful building inside and plenty to taste. Walking round the walls of Dubrovnik was a highlight . The day I spent on Lokrum on the free day was lovely. It may be small , but it has a lovel restaurant in the grounds of the old monastery , lots of paths to walk on and barely see another person with good views,good swimming off the rocks and an interesting botanical gardensand peacocks! It was recommended to us by a couple of locals who said it was where they go to chill out, and it certainly delivered.

Advice for Potential Travellers

The hotels were good and varied. The hotel in Dubrovnik is out of the old city but it is really easy to get a bus into town and they seemed to run every 10 minutes or so. Get a 3 day bus ticket , it will work out cheaper and includes free entry to various museums and the cable car.

Suggestions

Hazelnut ice cream!

Most Inspirational Moment

I loved swimming in the Adriatic. It was so refreshing!The fresh seafood was delicious!The narrow, winding corridors had a surprise around every corner!

Thoughts on Group Leader

Marija was very prepared and well organised. She found fabulous restaurants for our group dinners each night and made sure we were comfortable and knew the plan for the day.  

Advice for Potential Travellers

Take hiking boots (and walking sticks) for the 2 hiking days. The paths are quite rocky and some are fairly steep. Take lots of water with you too! 

Suggestions

Have fun!

Most Inspirational Moment

Too many to mention. The scenery, the people, the history, The exceptional well organised trip, with a good balance of pre arranged excursions and free time. The culture, The Italian Ice-Cream !!! Im addicted.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Exceptionally caring, fun, knowledgable, and went the extra mile. Passionate about her role, and an inspiration. She was amazing, and a very special person. Thank you.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Yes, the walks tended to be more moderate than leisurely, with some really steep ascents and step climbing. Good walking shoes are essential. Avoid the sit down lunches that could be long and drawn out, Go into a bakery, order the local pastries, find somewhere nice, and walk or sit and soak up the ambience and culture.Have dinner with the group. Purchase the swimming shoes that are sold in abundance, to swim in the Adriatic Sea, as the beaches are stones not sand, if you are going in summer or at warmer times. And definitely do this trip, it is amazing !!!

Suggestions

Thank you to Exodus........For a memorable adventure to an amazing country. I was very uncertain about arranged group holidays, and now am hooked, and am already planning my next one with Exodus. Everything was perfect, A good balance of exercise, History, relaxation and sun and sea. The documentation, detail and organisation of the trip was Fantastic, Thank you, thank you, thank you

Most Inspirational Moment

My favourite part of this holiday was the boat trip to the beautiful island of Mljet and the island of Mljet with it's stunning lakes.Trogir, Split old town, Ston & Dubrovnik are also amazing.The whole trip was just great.  

Thoughts on Group Leader

Our tour leader was the best, so far, for me. He gave us enough information without overloading, has a brilliant sense of humour and is genuine with his care of the group.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Although the trip notes say that trainers are fine for the walks you might want to take sturdier walking boots. I was fine in my trainers, however, the walk around Korcula island has a lot of loose stones and others of the group felt that they would have prefered to have better footwear.

Most Inspirational Moment

Loved walking the walls of Dubrovnik. Great views and lots of history, ancient and modern.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Always bursting with enthusiasm, Kristo was a friendly and knowledgeable leader. Made sure all the arrangements went super smoothly. Found us some really good places to eat too.

Advice for Potential Travellers

If you like an early morning cuppa take a travel kettle - none of our rooms had tea or coffee making facilities.

Suggestions

Look forward to some great sights and fascinating history. Expect Dubrovnik to be very busy, especially if the cruise ships are in. Also, don't miss the optional trip to Mostar. It's a long drive but the scenery's interesting and Mostar's recent history make it a must. 

Thoughts on Group Leader

Our group leader, Krsto, had a great sense of humour and made everyone feel comfortable. Krsto had a natural ability of keeping the tour organized and on schedule, but without stepping on peoples' toes. He was patient and flexible when dealing with a variety of personalities. It was great fun traveling with Krsto and the trip wouldn't have been as much fun without him!

Advice for Potential Travellers

I would definitely use this company. It was wonderful to have all of the logistics organized, yet not feel like you are part of a cattle herd being led around. I felt like I had simply joined some other people traveling around and we had luckily found a nice guy to show us all the cool places to go.

Most Inspirational Moment

I had no idea how lovely Dubrovnik is - until I got there.

Thoughts on Group Leader

The group leader was an experienced and well-informed guide who never imposed but was always there when I needed information or help. He also had a good sense of humour!

Advice for Potential Travellers

It is helpful to know that the season in these parts doesn't begin till May. In April you will miss the crowds but lots of the restaurants and tourist attractions are closed.

Suggestions

My first group trip for several years and it was fun to be with likeminded travellers again and a real treat to have someone else responsible for the organisation. I had forgotten, though, that there can be a downside to the praiseworthy approach of choosing 'local' hotels - but only one disappointing hotel on this trip and the very helpful hotel staff made up for the slightly dreary surroundings.

Most Inspirational Moment

Dubrovnik city walls - and old city within

Thoughts on Group Leader

very good and helpful