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4.7 out of 5

Julie Beauley

Reviewed February 2016

Highlands of Sri Lanka

Once again I had a fantastic time on a trip with Exodus, this time to Sri Lanka. The guide was excellent, very informative and friendly, in fact he couldn’t do enough for us. The driver, co driver and luggage driver were also happy to help with anything we asked of them. The country is beautiful and full of amazing things to see, the people were extremely friendly and the local guides were very helpful. I would recommend this trip to anybody.
All the hotels we stayed in were lovely, the staff were friendly and the food was great.

Most Inspirational Moment

There were to many to choose from really. The Buddhist temples were beautiful and very peaceful, the jungle walk and mountain climbing was lovely and it was great to be able to go whale watching and we were lucky to see two blue whales and a white one.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Our guide was excellent, he had a big group to look after (16) but he did it with ease. He was very proud of his country, very informative and very friendly and good fun. He couldn't do enough for us. I would recommend him as guide of the year.

Advice for Potential Travellers

I think this has been mentioned by others but the trip notes suggest walking sandals but I would strongly suggest walking shoes or boots because of the terrain and the leeches in the jungle. Please do not be put off by the mention of leeches, they do not do any harm and the local guides carry a solution to get rid of them immediately.

Ashley Mee

Reviewed February 2016

Great Holiday

A well organised itinery which allowed us to see a lot of what Vietnam has to offer, in the company of an interesting bunch of people, and an excellent guide

Most Inspirational Moment

Several: New Years Eve in Hanoi Halong Bay The friendly bustle of Hoi An The cycle ride in Hue

Thoughts on Group Leader

Fantastic Organisational and logistics skills, always a step ahead

Advice for Potential Travellers

Book up and enjoy the experience!

Rebecca Ross

Reviewed February 2016

Undiscovered Atlas

Excellent trip if you can stand cold and frost at night! Beautiful scenery, great food and brilliant company.

Most Inspirational Moment

Seeing how people survive in the mountains.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Hamid was excellent. He was great fun, wasn't afraid to take the mickey out of us all but kept control with the trip.

Advice for Potential Travellers

In the winter months, take waterproofs and extra warm layers for the evening and night.

Janet Davies

Reviewed February 2016

Wonderful Trip

A great holiday, very busy, lots of activities and varied landscapes. Wildlife and birds in abundance, plus we felt we experienced more of the people and their lives than the usual package tour.
Not for the faint hearted, some early starts and full days but well worth it.
Hotels were better than expected with some lovely swimming pools.
The hotel food became rather repetitive as hotels have the ubiquitous buffet.
Our guide and his team were outstanding and looked after us in every way.
Highly recommend but avoid Chinese New Year!

Most Inspirational Moment

Seeing herds of Asian elephants up close on safari. Seeing the blue whale at Mirissa, but spoiled by the Chinese on the boat.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Excellent. Nothing too much trouble, plus a sense of humour

Advice for Potential Travellers

It's full on. Be prepared for early get ups and take powerful DEET. The mossies and insects are venal, especially on the river trip.

Katherine Fisher

Reviewed February 2016

Magical Iceland - trolls and elves optional

Iceland is the most magical and enchanting country – the landscape is truly haunting and beautiful. The miles covered gave our group a constant backdrop of magnificent mountains, tiny, isolated churches – a flash of their red roofs amongst the white – and brave little Icelandic horses clustered in snow-covered fields. The country is an unforgettable visual feast.

Most Inspirational Moment

The wrecked icebergs strewn along a black, volcanic beach illuminated in a multitude of glassy shades - a magnificent sculpture park sparkling in the sunshine. A truly memorable experience.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Our guide could not have been better - humorous, knowledgeable, capable and thoroughly good company. Ibi is an exceptional person (a member of the Icelandic volunteer search and rescue service - who could ask for more?). I felt in thoroughly good hands and Ibi made the trip a brilliant experience for all the members of the group. She provided constant and interesting information at the appropriate moments, was a brilliant driver on roads which were, at times, quite challenging. She has great skills, both organisational and interpersonal. She gave us a wonderful insight into her country, both historical, geological, botanical, political - the list goes on and on... Thank you Ibi!

Advice for Potential Travellers

Be prepared for a lot of driving - but every mile is worth it.

Susan Thackray

Reviewed February 2016

Ethiopian Odyssey

This was a fascinating journey through northern Ethiopia. We saw churches and monasteries galore, each one interesting for its paintings or architecture, often hewn out of the living rock. The road journeys were long but the scenery and the sheer engineering feats involved made it worthwhile. Accommodation throughout was much better than I’d anticipated; we had en suite facilities in all hotels and hot water was usually available.

Most Inspirational Moment

It is difficult to pick out one - the Stelae of Axum; the rock-hewn churches of Lalibela; the climb up to the monastery on the way to Wukram just before sunset; the camels, cattle, sheep and goats heading to the cattle market on our way to Lalibela; our final meal in Lalibela at Ben Abeba as the sun went down.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Genre was wonderful throughout. He was the fount of all knowledge on the history of the country and its religion and politics while also helping Jane and I to identify birds and flowers en route. He always seemed to anticipate when breaks were needed and remained unflappably and good tempered at all times. I must also mention our tremendous driver, Ananya, who seemed to know every inch of our route intimately and was totally indefatigable..

Advice for Potential Travellers

In February, the temperatures were between 25 and 29 degrees all day and warm clothing was not needed. Ladies should bring scarves for the churches. In restaurants, portions were more than ample and it might be an idea for those with less than enormous appetites to share dishes. It proved to be very easy to get our visas at the airport in Addis. Queues were short and photos were not required. In all, much easier than going to the embassy in London.

Ronald Mcaulay

Reviewed February 2016

Cycle Indochina and Angkor - Thailand, Cambodia and Vietnam

What a brilliant way to see a country or three! This was a trip to remember for all the right reasons. Three fantastic countries with really welcoming people in each. A great group of fellow cyclists who I hope will remain in touch and a fantastic guide called Chai who kept us informed, amused and motivated throughout the trip.

Most Inspirational Moment

There are so many to choose from it is difficult to pick just one. The temples at Angkor Wat are quite amazing. The trip to Lake Tonle Sap as the sun set and the return boat trip in the chaotic flotilla of boats was incredible. The border crossing from Thailand to Cambodia was like being in a different world. Perhaps the fact that I was able to cycle 500 kms over the two weeks despite hardly ever having been on a road bike before the trip was the thing that will stick with me for a long time.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Chai was brilliant. He entertained, he encouraged us when we were tired and he provided challenge for those who were seeking additional challenge. His organisational skills were marvellous with every aspect of the trip covered quite seamlessly. He helped to make the trip a marvellous success.

Advice for Potential Travellers

It is worth doing a bit of training in advance. Mainly due to the weather back home, I had practiced mainly on an exercise bike with little practice out on the actual road. When I arrived in Bangkok, I was more than a little concerned that I might not have been fit enough to do this trip. However, the way the team provide support and pit stops with lots of fresh fruit and drinks along the way makes it a most enjoyable experience. The scenery, the company of the group and the friendly welcome we received from the locals made this a trip that I will never forget. One last word of advice though - padded shorts and a gel saddle cover are essential.

Helen Delbridge

Reviewed February 2016

A fantastic week

We did this trip four years ago and enjoyed it so much decided to book again. Was a little worried it would not be so good second time around, but it was even better! We had a fantastic week with varied and interesting walks in stunning scenery. Magical Narnia like landscapes, mountain peaks with historic interest and the most incredible views. An outstanding leader who made every day interesting and fun and a hotel, with excellent food, service and facilities to relax in after a days snowshoeing.

Most Inspirational Moment

Arriving on the summit of Monte Piana, geographically stunning but with such sad historical links.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Sara is an outstanding leader. She is knowledgeable, professional and fun and went the extra mile to ensure the group enjoyed the week. Both out on the mountains and around the dinner table, she ensured everyone was having the best possible holiday.

Advice for Potential Travellers

It is important to have the right equipment and to layer. You get hot walking up hill, but the summit and down hill walking can be chilly. A swim in the hotel pool and relaxation in the sauna helps the muscles unwind after a days snowshoeing.

paul holcroft

Reviewed February 2016

land of the tiger

5 February to 21 February 2016
Well organized trip again by exodus, run like clock work as always.

Most Inspirational Moment

On this trip out off 17 game drive we only seen tigers on 2 game drives, in total 3 tigers at a distant. It all depends on the local drive and guide if you see tigers, (when they are not practicing to be lewis hamilton). On one game drive we were the first jeep there and drove in the other direction. Only to come back 10 minutes later and there were 19 jeeps in front off use watching a male tiger drinking from the water hole after making a wart hog kill. After the game drive other members of our group of 3 jeeps were asking how come you were going in the opposite direction and everyone else was going in the other direction. Two ladies from different jeeps said they were asking tier drivers to drive faster because they thought the tiger was going to jump into there jeep . The tiger came out off the forest and heading straight at them and walking along side their jeep for some time. (I must say that there photo’s were brilliant some think to treasure, of this in danger species). We also sore a pack of wild dogs, jungle cat, many birds and a leopard for a couple of seconds crossing the road.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Krishna was an excellent tour leader. Friendly and a proch-able manor. If any friends were coming to India I would recommend them to have Krishna. Krishna looked after everyone whims, making shore they were content, and re answering question he had already told use as if they wanted there own P.A. Krishna has a wealth of knowledge which he is willing to pass on and answer question concerning local wild life foliage and eco system. Krishna even went out of his way to get 2 additional game drives for the group. Getting up at 2.00 am in the morning.

Advice for Potential Travellers

The over night train was not as bad as we anticipated, toilets were clean. Take extra clothes for the morning game drive as it is very cold. We ended up having one set of clothes for the morning game drives and one set of clothes for the evening game drives. where it was very dusty.

Rupert Livingstone

Reviewed February 2016

Snowshoeing in the Dolomites

A wonderful week in a beautiful and tranquil environment. Each day brought different scenery and walking conditions and each day was excellent. The walking was not too demanding for someone used to day walks being sufficiently tough to feel that the evening meal and a drink had been well earned but not so tough that we were exhausted.

Most Inspirational Moment

Monte Piana and it's place in the history of WW1 was moving as our joy and wonder at the natural beauty of the mountain and scenery was tempered by the thought of the fighting that was taking place there a century ago. Walking through forests following fresh snowfall. The peace of a seldom trodden path and the beauty of fresh snow will live long in my memory.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Sara was outstanding. We felt completely safe in her care and she did so much to ensure that we got the very most out of our trip. Nothing was too much trouble and it felt that we were walking with a friend rather than a group leader. To paraphrase Spinal Tap if normal group leaders go up to 10 then Sara goes all the way up to 11.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Book it now. The kit list provided is thorough and if you follow it you won't go wrong.

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