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4.7 out of 5

Zaphna Manser

Reviewed July 2025

Albania: Europe’s Best-Kept Secret (But Not for Long!)

From ancient ruins to alpine peaks, Albania swept me off my feet with its wild beauty, warm hearts, and unforgettable surprises at every turn.

Most Inspirational Moment

It is rather difficult for me to pinpoint the most inspiring moment of this trip as I was totally blown away everyday. Albania is still a hidden gem in Europe — rich in history, unspoiled landscapes, and warm hospitality. Everyday of this trip provided a different landscape - who knew there was mountains in Albania - I know I didn't.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Our group leader Artur - was such a genuine person, he was so open and honest with the Group on how Albania was, is now and looking to the Future , which gave me a deeper understanding of the country, that I know I would not have found had I chosen to go on my own. Everything about him and how he presented epitomized the Albanian hospitality we felt everywhere we went. Artur, conducted a wine tasting in Berat, found the most wonderful places to eat, often off on backroads of towns - which were more authentic. He could work out bills at the end of the evening like a proper accountant and genuinely enhanced the trip.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Packing for variety is key here - exploring cities, hiking in mountains, and relaxing on the coast. Layers, comfy walking shoes and something for the cooler evenings in the mountains. Sunscreen as it gets hot even in June Cash is King - While cards are accepted in bigger towns, many places (especially rural ones) prefer cash. Bring some euros or withdraw lekë locally. Try Everything Once – Albanian cuisine is a delicious blend of Mediterranean and Balkan flavours. Don’t miss Byrek, grilled meats, and fresh seafood! and remember the Albanian Saying Raki is Love! Brush Up on History – Albania’s past is fascinating and complex, and varied with Byzantine, Greek, Roman, Fascist, Communism and Ottoman all mixed in here. A little reading beforehand will make visits to places like Butrint, Berat and Gjirokastër even more meaningful. Stay Connected - or Don't - wi-fi is decent in most hotels, but can signal can be patchy in remote areas. As Albania is not in the EU a lot of data roaming packages will not work as in the EU and you may need to buy a pass

Zaphna Manser

Reviewed July 2025

Albania: Europe’s Best-Kept Secret (But Not for Long!)

From ancient ruins to alpine peaks, Albania swept me off my feet with its wild beauty, warm hearts, and unforgettable surprises at every turn.

Most Inspirational Moment

Thoughts on Group Leader

Advice for Potential Travellers

Rachel Angus

Reviewed July 2025

Tajikistan adventure

This was an excellent trip through the high Pamir region of Tajikistan. Expect fabulous scenery, warm hospitality from the local people, and a certain amount of roughing it. If you are not prepared for dormitory accommodation sharing one long drop toilet with up to 20 people this is not the trip for you. Much of the journey is at high altitude over 4000 metres with little time to acclimatise.

Most Inspirational Moment

Viewing the snow capped peaks of Engels and Lenin, the Hindu Kush and high peaks of western China all in one day.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Dido was a star. He led the expedition with knowledge, skill and humour. His communication skills are excellent

Advice for Potential Travellers

Bring a sheet sleeping bag, pillow case and towel for the homestays. The food was excellent and plentiful. This is not a good trip for vegetarians. Drinking water was provided throughout. Diamox helps reduce the symptoms of acute mountain sickness eg insomnia and appetite loss. It was always possible to recharge phones and other devices. I took a powerbank but did not need to use it. Even though we travelled the border with Afghanistan and China we always felt safe. There were no "dodgy" moments. There are several walks on this trip to break up the hours in the cars.

Rodney Hall

Reviewed July 2025

Awesome holiday

A great week walking in the Alps, magnificent views, changing terrain, good company and food, pleasant accommodation and a very competent leader

Most Inspirational Moment

It was all great, with a new highlight everyday. Lac Blanc on the final day was magnificent but some of the quieter locations were also very special

Thoughts on Group Leader

Group leader was great, clearly a very competent mountaineer, with strong knowledge of the flora and fauna as well as the local terrain. Egle also had a great good humoured manner of keeping the group together whilst letting people find their pace.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Consider also the other variant TMB holidays that Exodus offer. This one is probably the toughest! Carrying all you kit in a backpack in hot weather is hard work, believe most of us wish we had packed lighter!

Cindy Burke

Reviewed July 2025

Do not miss this trip

A challenging, awe inspiring hike!
Cool evenings and unseasonably warm days in the valleys. Great friends made. Wildlife discovered. Windy cold and amazing summits. Fresh local produce and cheeses.

Most Inspirational Moment

Looking down on field after field of lush green pastures full of wild flowers and being surrounded by snow covered peaks, while hearing the streams rushing by and cow bells over the next ridge.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Egle is exceptionally suited to lead groups through these mountains. She truly loves them and shared that love of the mountains with her group.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Take training for this hike very seriously. Be sure to practice ascents and even more descents on loose footing.

Scott Sugarman

Reviewed July 2025

Well done

I offer the following comments
First, Jenny and Mark were extraordinary tour leaders. They were thoughtful, attentive and kind. and very knowledgeable
Second, the walks were great; the scenery delightful.
Third, while I am not a coffee drinker, I heard a number of our group wish the hotel’s dining room would offer coffee/tea before the 730 am start to breakfast. some of the group awoke early and would have dearly liked a good cup of coffee, and there was none to be had. please consider.
Fourth, we started each day with a bus ride. However, the local buses were often late or the lines of riders very very long, thus delaying the start to our hikes. Please consider having a bus available for the group to start the day.

Most Inspirational Moment

some of the views of the Dolomites from trailheads or close to trailheads.

Thoughts on Group Leader

great!

Advice for Potential Travellers

As we stopped at mountain huts each day for lunch, no need to worry about carrying a lunch any day. bring good hiking poles.

Jennifer Kadri

Reviewed July 2025

Challenging and Rewarding Trek

This was my first group trek and my first multi day hike. It was absolutely gorgeous and also very challenging at times. The scenery was stunning. Every day was very long with a lot of climbing and descending which came with some extremely rewarding views. There were 10 of us in the group and we all got along great. At the end of the day we all looked forward to a shower and sitting together having a beer before dinner.

Most Inspirational Moment

On the second to last day there is a 600m vertical to climb via switchbacks. It was hot and challenging but at the top we sat and enjoyed our lunch looking out over the valley and really just soaking in what we had accomplished. Then the hike continued along a ridge between a glacier and another valley. The entire day was just soul healing from the exertion from the climb and being surrounded by the natural beauty.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Egle was exceptional. She was extremely professional and had a very strong quiet leader approach. She could answer any questions that were posed to her about the wildlife, flowers, or landscape. She really let us have the hike each of us needed.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Training for this trek is absolutely necessary. It is important to make sure you can enjoy the experience and not just get through it.

Erin Thompson

Reviewed July 2025

Challenging and so rewarding!

This was my first time on a group trip, and I signed up with a few friends. Loved everyone in the group, and meeting so many different people really added to my experience. The sections of the TBM are challenging and gorgeous. It is an incredible area of the world.

Most Inspirational Moment

So many, but the non-stop views, wildflowers, and wildlife spotting!

Thoughts on Group Leader

Egle was an excellent guide! I can't recommend her enough. All of us on the trip kept saying how her energy and knowledge really added to our experience.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Several of the days are straight up and then straight down, so train to be prepared for lots of elevation gain and loss. And pack light! We washed clothes in the sink each evening so we only needed two outfits.

Amjad Khushal

Reviewed July 2025

Feedback about the tour

A very well arranged tour. Really beautiful mountains and landscapes. Some days were tough but inspiring and at the end a great sense of accomplishment and adventure.

Most Inspirational Moment

Crossing over from Switzerland into Italy over a beautiful pass and then again from Italy into France over another beautiful pass.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Eagle. A very good and knowledgeable guide. Very professional and experienced person.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Travel light and use good quality shoes.

Helena G

Reviewed July 2025

Wholesome experience in the Italian Apennine Mountains

Beautiful scenery (from the wilderness areas to the villages), great company and wonderful food in the Abruzzo region of the Apennines. The walks were a fantastic introduction to the area and highlighted the wide array of plants and animals, with beautiful trees and plenty of wildflowers. We spent peaceful moments watching for wildlife, spotting chamois, wild boar and a distant pack of wolves. The trip profits are donated to Rewilding Apennines to support their diverse conservation efforts which makes the experience that much better!

Most Inspirational Moment

It was wonderful to learn about the conservation efforts of the Rewilding Apennines team. It is a multi-faceted project and it was a real privilege to be shown camera trap footage of the many different rare and endangered mammal species that call the area home.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Filippo was an inspiration. He showed his passion for the region and its wildlife and ecosystems every step of the way. He has so much knowledge of the plants, animals and even the geology of the area and encouraged a sharing of our own experiences and knowledge from around the world.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Savour and enjoy the peacefulness of the whole experience while watching for rare wildlife and hopefully you will get lucky.

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