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Great week with an excellent combo of activities in a fantastic location. Peaceful and relaxing, great food and friendly service.
I loved the snow walking and cross country skiing in the peace of the forest and the lake. Stunning winter scenery.
Henry was great. Fantastic knowledge of the area and local stories, made me the greatest fan of Finland. Good training session before activities and patient, genuine passion for his job. Thank you!
Additional activities are well worth the extra expenditure.
I really enjoyed this trip. It was varied and exciting, and we had an excellent guide. Cycling was an excellent way to see the “real” Cuba, getting out of the cities into the countryside. We also saw lots of interesting historical sites, and had plenty of opportunities to swim, relax and drink mojitos.
Cycling through the Escambre mountains, listening to the birds singing and seeing the small farms which seemed unchanged for centuries. Overtaking horses and carts on quiet country roads. visiting the historic city of Trinidad. Snorkelling on coral reefs in the Carribean. Seeing the Buenavista Social Club perfom live. Drinking mojitos and pina coladas in shady terraces and by the sea.
The group leader Yazel was excellent in all respects. Everything ran smoothly and we were always given clear information. The choice of restaurants for meals was excellent, we had some lovely meals. He gave lots of interesting information about history and society in Cuba.
Cycling - given the heat and the number of hills - was a bit tougher than I expected from the "Leisurely moderate" grading! (Though bus back up is always available if you need it). If you are not already a regular cyclist, do some training. Bring plenty of cash and don't rely on using cash machines or credit cards. Spend a day or two extra in Havana at the end of the trip - it is a fascinating city.
The reality of this tour far exceeded my expectations. I elected to fly with KLM from UK. No great shakes but it was OK. The representatives who dealt with my Quito arrangements were helpful, knowledgeable and on time, greeting me on arrival and handling all arrangements of my transfer to the hotel and eventually to the Galapagos. Monserrat even obtained my TAME boarding pass for me. Gloria was a mine of information on my visit to Quito which I extended by one day. The new road from airport to hotel allows a 45 minute transfer time.
The hotel Viejacuba was quaint and clean. Helpful staff always on hand, however, the promised early breakfast on the morning of my Galapagos departure did not materialise.
Christina, my guide met me at Baltra airport. What a gem. At 24yrs she was an encyclopedia of local knowledge on all aspects. Fauna, flora, geology. Couple this with her customer care and enthusiasm, take my tip, tip her well.
The Cachalote although not luxury, is first class. Helpful crew and good wholesome and plentiful food.(How did Pedro, the chef, perform so well?) The cabins are miniscule and, although I was lucky enough not to share, two people sharing would have to be very considerate to one another and arrange a dressing, washing and toiletry rota. Again, the crew were well worth a generous tip.
The weather was hot without being unpleasantly so and, apart from a T shirt to protect from the sun, only shorts were required to swim in.
Now, about the wildlife. Well, this is why I went. It is so fearless you have to take great not to bump into it, tread on it or disturb it. It is in abundance and Christina’s information was boundless. Resist the temptation to touch.
I came home tired but feeling totally satisfied that what I had done could not be bettered.
It had to be the wildlife, after all, that is why I went but was all the more appreciated by the knowledge and information our guide imparted.
Words fail me. Christina was superb.
Mulling it over ? Just get up and go.
I went on this holiday expecting great things and this did not disappoint. The variety of wildlife was second to none. The hotels were all different and to a very good standard. The organisation was good and having two nights at each location gave you chance to experience each of the very different Eco Systems in the country. The guide Johnny was friendly, knowledgable, and went the extra mile often in his free time.
The variety of the wildlife.
I have been on a number of Exodus holidays and the group leaders have always been very good but Johnny was the best I have ever come across. He went out of his way to make the holiday a great experience, he sorted out rooms so that you could get straight in on arrival, the cases were always ready. When ever we had any free time, he would normally offer to take us out for a walk to look at the wildlife and as a result I felt that I was occupied for the whole holiday, I am not one for sitting on a beach.
Be prepared for a holiday with very little down time, you can make time if you want but why not rest when you get home.
This trip far exceeded my expectations. We were a group of 18 and within a couple of days we were one big family. I’ve traveled a lot but never, ever been with such an amazing group of people. Everyone got on and we laughed from the start of the holiday to the finish. The itinerary was packed full of great stuff – I did the optional Cave Dinner, Petra by Night, and Snorkeling in the Red Sea – all were great and very reasonably priced. I know some people have complained about the Petra by Night (not in my group) but I loved it. The word I used to describe it was ‘sweet’. The recording of baaing lambs had us all rolling on the floor LOL It’s organised by local people so don’t expect a professional performance, that’s not what it’s about.
Walking in the hills/mountains around Petra was my most inspirational moment(s). If you can manage the 800+ steps to the Monastery, it's well worth the effort. The cafe there sells wonderful orange and pomegranate juice to refresh and cool after the long climb. There are two viewpoints farther up the mountain - go to them both. The one overlooking the canyon will welcome you with a free cup of mint tea, the other one has a great view of the monastery. The following day we climbed steps at the other end of the valley, up to the High Place of Sacrifice. From there we walked along the undulating ridge back to the restaurant bar at the start of the siq. It's on this walk you'll find some interesting rock specimens.
We were blessed to have Wael as our guide. He was FANTASTIC, AMAZING, HAPPY, KNOWLEDGEABLE. He said we made his heart smile because we were like one big family and always happy. In truth it was him that made our hearts smile with his unending patience and generosity. Nothing was too much for him. I have strict food restrictions in my diet and he monitored every restaurant and cafe to ensure they complied. He even gave me a card in Arabic to give to restaurants and shops in case I was buying when he was not there with me.
Before going, I was concerned about the unrest in the Middle East, but I needn't have been. There was no sign, anywhere, that Jordan is being pulled into the troubles. They have what are termed 'Tourist Police' and we had one such policeman with us at all times - more to ease our passage through towns and border controls, than for protection. I wouldn't hesitate to go again.
This was a fabulous, exciting and varied trip made even more memorable by our great guide. Jordan is the perfect place to visit for a week – not just the rose red city of Petra but also the desert expanses of Wadi Rum and the chance to spend a night in a Bedouin tent. We covered just about everything – the Roman ruins of Jerash, the mosaics of Madaba, the Crusader castle at Karak and at full two days in the lost city of Petra with plenty of free time to wander around. For me a major highlight was the Bedouin experience – dinner lounging on divans in a Bedouin camp followed by a jeep trip across the desert and a night sleeping under the stars in another Bedouin camp. Followed by decompressing in Aqaba – fab shopping here – and finally taking in the sights of Amman. The rest of the region may be turbulent but Jordan is perfectly safe and very quiet, so it’s an excellent time to go. There were stunningly few tourists in Petra.
My first view of Petra was unforgettable - the rich pinks and red of the rocks, the narrow chasm you walk through to get there, the extraordinary carving and architecture and the sheer awe-inspiring size of it. It’s certainly worth several days exploration. But the jeep ride across Wadi Rum was if anything even more exciting and the night at the Bedouin camp with the brilliant stars and moon above and the fire in the middle of the stone circle was unforgettable. And just the endless expanses of desert as we drove along.
Wa’el was full of enthusiasm and jollity and humour. A different guide would have made the trip entirely different. He was full of information on everything and also ran the trip with a firm hand and made sure we all turned up on time. I appreciated that he gave us a lot fo free time at Petra. He was also very responsive to the demands of the group. We asked for more local food and he found it for us and also gave us extra time in Amman for shopping which involved making last minute changes to the schedule.
Go now! Jordan is entirely safe and incredibly welcoming. At one point I was walking alone down a back street in Aqaba and saw a group of blokes who I thought (as a lone female) looked a little dodgy. Then they all gave me huge grins and shouted out, ‘Welcome to Jordan!’ Because people are nervous not many tourists are visiting so this is an extraordinary chance to have Petra to yourself. In practical terms I was glad of my sleeping bag in the Bedouin camp. The weather was incredibly varied - very cool in the evening in Petra, surprisingly warm in the Bedouin camp and very hot in Aqaba.
This was a great holiday with a packed itinerary and great sights to see every day. Petra and the desert at Wadi Rum were the highlights but every day was good; the views from Mount Nebo were amazing and floating in the Dead Sea was a surreal experience! Our group gelled very well and we all felt very welcome and safe in Jordan. The local people were friendly and helpful and made us feel at home. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend this trip to anyone.
There were two - reaching the end of the Siq at Petra and getting that first glimpse of the Treasury and spending time in the amazing desert landscape at Wadi Rum
Wael, our group leader, was great fun and could definitely never be accused of not talking enough! He was very knowledgeable and clearly proud of his country.
Don't be put off by turmoil in other countries surrounding Jordan; the Jordanian people are peaceful and friendly and we never felt threatened or intimidated at any time. On another note, don't forget your mosquito spray for the desert; I was bitten several times!
A great well thought through trip with great adventure and amazing views. The desert trek is outstanding, the challenge of walking on sand in hot temperatures coupled with the fantastic camp sites was a real highlight. The scrambling on day 2 of the trek is great fun with the high land bridge well worth the climb, it is safe but isn’t for the feint hearted. Petra is also inspiring with the first view of the treasure house a great awe inspiring moment.
I could mention, Petra, the high land bridge, the Bedouin camp. But for me it was the sunset at Fox camp. The view over the mountain and the camp site on the sand dunes is a real highlight. The camp fire conversation was also a real highlight.
Zuhair is excellent. A knowledgeable, enlightened, humorous leader who really wanted his trekkers (adopted tribe) to love his country and the Trek as much as he does. He made the trip with his unfussy, educational and relaxed style. Thanks Zuhair!!!
Take your own sleeping bag, the local ones are only OK. It gets very cold especially on the clear nights and you need to invest in a 4 season sleeping bag, I didn't bring mine and on a couple of nights it was bitter and if it wasn't for the fact that the trip was brilliant it could have been a bit miserable. The food was brilliant but it is worth packing a few little snacks for the end of the trekking day, my favourite is a few jelly snakes, these are the only snakes we saw by the way.
I travelled the first time as a female solo traveller (at 49yrs!) and felt well supported and informed from the point of enquiry to completion of my holiday.
The walk/trek itself was awesome with breathtaking views and a diversity of walking experience and changeable weather. Also overcoming the challenges of walking and camping at altitude to experience the history/story of the Inca people.
Group leader was informative and helpful. Kept to a timetable and schedule which was excellent. Created a positive and supportive atmosphere.
Whilst described as moderate walking this trip has definite challenges, the altitude, the ascent/descents and of course the camping.
A good holiday overall. The cycling was harder and faster than we were led to believe in the brochure which spoilt the first few days. Couldn’t stop for photos as got left behind. In fact it was difficult to sightsee and cycle sometimes.
Cycling through the true back lanes of the country.
V good, helpful, happy and generous. The only criticism was that he was unable to control the pace set by some of the men.
Yes, you need to be fitter than advertised and the pace is faster too.