Reviews

Most Inspirational Moment

Stunning scenery along the varied route.It inspired (!) you most of the time.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Michele and Giovanni worked all hours to ensure an enjoyable time for all the group...... and seemed to enjoy themselves also. Exodus should keep these two at all costs. The diverse ages (~30 - 81) of the group didn't matter at all. In particular the ladies of the group were all helpful and charming.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Early June is a good time to go. Empty roads and not too hot weather. The Exodus advice to cycle regularly is worth following; Sardinian roads have their ups and downs. We ate well in restaurants, bars, picnics, elevenses with the backup bus. And the geletaria !

Most Inspirational Moment

Inspirational may not be the exact word, but cycling round the islands of San Pietro and San Antioco was really enjoyable

Thoughts on Group Leader

See above. Both leaders were excellent, ensuring that the trip ran smoothly and that it was enjoyable for all the group.

Most Inspirational Moment

The scenery along the way on both the coast and the mountain stretches.

Thoughts on Group Leader

The group leaders Michaela and Giovanni were fabulous and worked extremely hard to ensure the entire week ran smoothly including the fruit picnics along the way served from the support vehicle to keep your energy levels up.

Advice for Potential Travellers

There were a couple of days that were certainly at the challenging end of moderate, however if things got too much the support vehicle was always on hand to take the bike and you could ride in the minibus. That said I would not recommend this for a first holiday into cycling, try one of the other easier routes first then move across onto this route. For the more experienced holiday cyclists, this is a great weeks cycling.

Most Inspirational Moment

The trip was filled with inspirational moments ~ succeeding in a long ascent ... or not succeeding! But feeling the rush of adrenaline with all the challenges and especially the thrill of descent.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Michele and Giovanni ~ what can I say? Charming, funny, friendly, warm, caring. They looked after everyone of us with such genuine warmth and seemed to know exactly what was necessary. They asked for our opinion, they provided suggestion, they made sure that we were always having fun! They even gave me permission to give in and take the van for a final stretch that was just beyond my readiness. These 2 men were simply wonderful.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Days 3 and 4 were challenging for me ~ I had not cycled the heights before. But I am so glad that I challenged myself to do what I could. Bring your bathing suit ~ the Mediterranean is crystal clear, the bluest blue and the most refreshing way to restore your energy mid-way through each day's cycle.

Most Inspirational Moment

the amazing vistas, the beach stops after a hot days cycling, the guides and how the group looked out for each other

Thoughts on Group Leader

they worked fantastically well together, giovanni , the cool, calm type who balanced michaelas energy and between them you always felt safe and secure with their knowledge of the bikes, routes, people, restaurants and accommodation. the trip worked well because of their skills and team work .,

Advice for Potential Travellers

perhaps try and cycle up a hill before you go .. a big one

Most Inspirational Moment

allready said

Thoughts on Group Leader

brilliant

Advice for Potential Travellers

go

Most Inspirational Moment

Wonderful coastlines.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Marco was super-friendly, organised and a great leader. Lieven was laid-back, knowledgeable and an able co-leader. Both went out of their way to keep the group happy and make the holiday successful.

Advice for Potential Travellers

There are one or two tough hills if you are not a regular cyclist - you can do them if you take your time, or there is the option of a lift in the van! The weather was pretty good, even in October, but we had a couple of rainy days so come prepared with a packable jacket etc.

Most Inspirational Moment

First half hour of the third day - as we descended the ca. 500m that we had had to climb up the previous afternon, down a beautifully engineered mountain road back to seal level!Several swims in the Mediterranean and the splendid picnics organised by our leader and his assistant.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Excellent and that applies both to Lieven Loots and to Marco, his Sardinian assistant.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Don't underestimate the amount of uphill cycling needed - but if I (aged 74) could do it so can you!

Most Inspirational Moment

Getting to the top of the long climbs on days 3 and 4.The views.   Not missing a photo opportunity due to sitting on the wrong side of a coach. Snack stops - just what you need to keep you going until lunchtime.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Very professional.  Took time to check everything was ok before, during and after the days cycling.  Local staff also very helpful and informative.

Advice for Potential Travellers

This trip was classed as moderate and that you should be of average fitness.  If you are not fit, or used to cycling distances, then you may find some of the days not so enjoyable.   Don't worry about being left behind - you won't be.  The group always re-groups at a junction so no-one gets lost.Take as long as you like - stop for a photo whenever you want.Be organised for a beach stop every day.  If you don't like the beach, take a book with you or do a bit of extra cycling.   

Most Inspirational Moment

For me, Day 3 which was challenging with the hills but just so beautiful that I was distracted from the burning thighs! Michele the leader was fantastic at encouraging us forward through the rain- the only day it rained but was a great day and ended at a fantastic hotel and view. Day 6 was cycling mostly along the southern coast and again was a beautiful cycle with a great beach and made for some great photos of the Sardinian coast.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Alessandro and Michele were both great, the tour was well organised and the fruit and snacks they had for us on some days was a brilliant idea.Michele was an exceptional leader as he was excellent at checking on us at the back of the group and had a great sense of humour with a very caring nature. He should be voted one of the top tour leaders as he really is a fantastic guide. We may do the dolomites next year if he is leading it.....Thank You guys for a great trip

Advice for Potential Travellers

Try a cycling tour, if you have not done one before. They are really great fun and you get a great sense of achievement. I would recommend doing some hill training before you go and if you have a reasonable level of fitness you can do it.  My mum is 67 and she managed this tour and loved it, with some summer training before. I do hope to be doing the same when I am her age. Go for it if you are fit and have a bike to practice before......It is the only way to travel