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4.7 out of 5

Richard Cooper

Reviewed October 2014

Sicilian volcanoes

A great group, guide, weather and location. An excellent itinerary with a mixture of contrasting activities and locations, from hiking and swimming on the peaceful Aeolian islands, to climbing the moonscape of Etna, whilst there is still free time to do other things.

Most Inspirational Moment

Climbing Etna and walking around the main craters, listening to the distant rumbles from within. Also watching Stromboli erupt at night with lava rolling down to the sea.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Chiara was excellent - she was knowledgeable, friendly, very good at organising the group and making sure that everything ran smoothly.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Go on the optional trip up Etna, it's well worth the expenditure. Stromboli is (as of early Oct 2014) more active so the top is closed - nor would you want to go there - the view from halfway up is excellent. If the weather is good and you like to swim, a boat trip onto and around Salina on the free day is recommended. Also I went to Siracuse for a day or so before the holiday started to see more of mainland Sicily - I enjoyed this and there's a good bus service from Catania airport (see Interbus web site). If you are wheat intolerant the holiday is doable, but I advise you to take some of your own snacks.

Peter Noble

Reviewed October 2014

Walking the Great Wall

The walking was much more interesting than I might have feared because we were using unrestored and relatively remote sections. it was really good to feel that the villages we stayed in overnight gave us an insight (however slight and sanitised) of life in a part of rural China.

Most Inspirational Moment

Just seeing the wall stretching away over ridges receding into the far distance.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Kevin ----- what a star. Knowledgeable, informative, caring and very hard working.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Enjoy the differences,

Mark Seymour

Reviewed October 2014

Excellent Adventure challenging at times

A fantastic Experience made all the better by the Group who bonded straight away, I have completed the EBC Trek and the Annapurna Circuit as well but did find this Trek Challenging at times even though it is classed as moderate so the fitter you are the better it will be but we did have members of the group with little Trekking experience who made it but did struggle on all the Trek especially on day 2 but they made it with the support of the Guides Wilfrado and Bruce.

Most Inspirational Moment

Getting to the Sun Gate and seeing Machu Picchu for the First Time takes your breath away and we were blessed with fantastic weather.

Thoughts on Group Leader

The Group Leader was Wilfrado and the other Guide was Bruce and we could not have asked for better as we were very well looked after and the organisation was excellent.

Advice for Potential Travellers

This is classed as a moderate Trek but be under know illusions it is not a walk in the park so the fitter you are the better you will cope with the ascents and descents even the youngest on our Trek who was 28 and very fit felt some of the ascents, but please don't be put off just do lots of Trekking and Gym work before you go and all will be fine.

kai ng

Reviewed October 2014

A great holiday

This was a great holiday that combined the best of so many things: cycling in the mountains, villages and sea front, tours around beautiful UNESCO sites and visits to some war museums, tunnels and (independent/self paid) Ho Chi Minh mausoleum; they were very interesting to learn and experience. The food is really good too especially the simple staple (and always cheap) phos and noodles, go easy on the chilies!

Most Inspirational Moment

Halong Bay is a beautiful place to go to. Photos just don't do it justices. You need to surround yourself among the sea and mountains to feel the atmosphere. Cycling though the villages was touching; many of the local children and some adults often welcomed us with cries of "hello" and hi-fived us with smiles as we cycled by.

Thoughts on Group Leader

The group leader, Chi, is friendly and knowledgeable. He is able to answer all sorts of questions like local culture/life, country/continent politics, food and of course the logistics of the holiday in an interesting way. Ask him about the HCM Vietnam song that is taught at schools.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Generally clue yourself up on the common sense / street sense things like; bartering is a way of life for them (do it friendly and calmly) and be aware (but not too paranoid) of the list of scams that can happen. The exchange rate is a crazy big number, find ways to quickly do mental calculations and get use to the extra zeros (10,000 dong is about 30p). Crossing the roads in the cities is crazy too. There's lots of mopeds and hooting. It's not aggressive, but just a "I'm here, be careful" message. Just walk across slowly and they will just calmly go around you.

Juliette Kirk-Burnnand

Reviewed October 2014

An absolute gem of a tour

Wow – what a holiday! I really felt that I saw and learned a huge amount about Turkey in just 2 weeks, and though it was busy with quite a bit of time in the bus some days, there was enough down time to relax. It helps that the tour guide was fantastic and the group were a great bunch too.

Most Inspirational Moment

The hot air balloon ride over Cappadocia was amazing, no doubt about it, definitely worth the very early start. It was actually cancelled due to bad weather (fog) the first morning but the tour guide managed to book us in with another balloon company the next morning - thank goodness. Ephesus was another highlight, and Termessos as it was so picturesque and quiet. There were plenty of other highlights but one worth mentioning was a caravanserai that wasn't on the official itinerary but the tour guide and driver took us to break up a long drive - it's an inn for travellers and camels along the Silk Road and I really loved it as I'd never seen anything like it before.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Zafer was amazing, one of the best tour guides I've had - and a few others on the tour agreed. He knows a huge amount about Turkey and Turkish history which helps make every stop interesting, he can read the crowd and knows when to crack a few jokes or get the bus singing, and he made an effort to find local cheap places for us to eat. I really appreciated his effort.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Be prepared for some long drives and if you travel in Sept, variable weather from north to south - a little cooler in Istanbul but then hot hot hot down south. I recommend at least another day or two in Istanbul before and/or after the tour to make sure you have a chance to see a bit more of the city. Most of the hotels are 2-3 stars, which are totally fine, just be prepared for a few hard beds and small bathrooms that's all. Some of the sights I could've missed but that's probably because I was so spoilt by places like Ephesus and Cappadocia. But these are all little things, overall the tour was fantastic - unbelievable history, delicious food, beautiful geography, wonderful company.

Ian Lochhead

Reviewed October 2014

Highlights of the Dolomites

Yet another superb Exodus holiday. This was my 7th trip in the past 7 years and once again it was excellent. The group were all great company & great fun to be with, the walks were stunning and the leaders were superb.

Most Inspirational Moment

There were a number! The main highlight for myself was the Via Ferrata walk which a small group of us did on the free day. Easily the most thrilling walking/mountaineering experience of my life! Another highlight was the final walk on the Friday with a spectacular ridge and equally spectacular views. Also climbing to the highest altitude I've ever been to(just under 10,000 feet) was pretty special(done by cable car!)

Thoughts on Group Leader

Both Eric & Emily were brilliant leaders. Nothing was too much trouble for them and they contributed massively to my overall enjoyment of the trip. Both had a great sense of humour and they were incredibly experienced. The fact they gave up their day off on the Wednesday to take us on the amazing Via Ferrata walk summed them up perfectly. It's obvious that they both love what they do as they have such enthusiasm. Thanks guys.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Make sure your walking fitness is good prior to departure. Also, be prepared for all weather conditions. We had a couple of very heavy showers on a couple of the walks. Walking poles are a definite advantage if you have them. Apart from that just go and enjoy a superb holiday!

Julie Hyam

Reviewed October 2014

Balkan secret

The holiday visited areas of Europe where many people would not think of visiting, they are missing stunning scenery,interesting history and the chance to eat fantastic pastries atop a mountain, the best we have ever eaten.

Most Inspirational Moment

Eating the pastries on a hillside in a village that time seemed to have forgotten.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Excellent he was very good to ensure we always had a plan b as the weather let us down a few times but we were not disappointed ,

Advice for Potential Travellers

Keep an open mind as your trip may need to be changed.

Allen Harvey

Reviewed October 2014

Prague to Budapest cycle

This was my first exodus trip and I enjoyed every minute of it a great way to see 4 countries. I am not a keen cyclist by any means but all you need is a good level of fitness as their are frequent breaks on the way. The distance covered each day is just right and becomes easier as the trip goes on building up a good level of fitness. You have plenty of time to explore the city’s after the cycle normally arriving late afternoon with a guided tour and free time . I would highly recommend this trip and I will definitely be booking another cycling holiday .

Most Inspirational Moment

I enjoyed meeting the group and new people who had a passion for the outdoors sharing experiences and story's . Wine tasting in chez republic was a great experience and addition to the trip. I also felt a great sense of achievement on completion of the trip and has spurred me on to book another.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Our leader jan couldn't do enough for the group to ensure we all had a great time he would go out of his way to help with any matter even in his free time. Jan was very knowledgable about all the places we visited and knew his history and at the same time had a great senses of humour . Great trip leader down to earth .

Advice for Potential Travellers

The first 2 days are rather hilly shorter distances but pretty hard going at times after day 2 it's plain sailing it's flat as a pancake or as jan would say a ruler !

Catherine Payne

Reviewed October 2014

A fantastic adventure

An amazing trip – a true adventure – far from the madding crowds – loved every minute of it.

Most Inspirational Moment

So many amazing moments: floating down the Zambezi,completely out of contact, no wi-fi, no phones, apart from our 7 canoes no other boats or people in sight, no sounds except the ho, ho, ho's of hippos and the gentle lapping of the river, totally at peace and one with nature. Watching a family of elephants chomping on grass then crossing the river completely oblivious to our boats just a few feet away. Lying in the tent watching a mother and baby elephant walk by in the dark. Waking to find from the prints in the sand that a hippo had slept beside us. The roar of a lion at twilight hunting for food............

Thoughts on Group Leader

CB/Cuthbert and his assistant Ackmed(?) were superb. Calm, confident, extremely knowledgeable & hardworking, friendly, patient and excellent cooks we always felt in safe hands. We could not have asked for better guides.

Advice for Potential Travellers

The rough camping, often sharing the islands in the middle of the Zambezi with elephants, was no hardship at all. Food, cooked on charcoal fires in big cast iron pots, was ample and good. Mattresses doubled as cushions in the canoes. We didn't take or need any extra food or bedding. Take fingerless gloves to prevent blisters and a powerful torch. Take everything you need for 3 days rough camping & canoeing in your hand luggage - just in case your hold luggage goes AWOL (the case of one of our party went to Kenya and did not reappear until the penultimate day of the holiday). We went straight from the airport to the canoes and having everything prepacked in our hand luggage avoided repacking in the dark and did not see -or need- our cases again until we reached the fly camp.

Kim Dubois

Reviewed October 2014

Prague to Budapest

The Prague to Budapest ride was my first Exodus-experience and it was a great discovery!
Jan, our guide, was eloquent with a large knowledge of all kinds of aspects concerning the trip and succeeded in bringing history and local customs to life during the city strolls, the dinners and cycling.
The tour was a pleasant mixture: some major cities, a couple of small UNESCO listed villages and the natural scenery during cycling.

Most Inspirational Moment

The ride through Vienna was fun and so was the wine tasting in Mikulov!

Thoughts on Group Leader

Fantastic, the good vibes!

Advice for Potential Travellers

I took an extra day to discover Budapest on my own after the tour, which I definitely recommend.

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