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Your Words – We tell it like it is! Holiday Reviews by previous Exodus travellers

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4.7 out of 5

Richard Fairgrieve

Reviewed April 2024

Essential Peru

I have enjoyed every Exodus trip I have done and this was no exception. It was a busy trip with several long travelling days in a very comfortable coach, but the journey was always broken up with numerous stops and the scenery was amazing.

Most Inspirational Moment

Machu Picchu was iconic but the highlight was watching the condors in the Colca Canyon. Awe inspiring!

Thoughts on Group Leader

Renzo was an excellent group leader, personable, professional and knowledgeable. He was always available, took us to some excellent restaurants and had a lovely sense of humour. Very much like every Exodus leader I have travelled with and there have been numerous.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Don’t be put off by the long days, this is a brilliant way to see the amazing sights in Peru.

carol drury

Reviewed April 2024

Everything we expected

Everything worked as we expected it to (even the weather wasn’t too bad). Transfers and transportation were smooth and comfortable. The base hotel had all the amenities, had good food and was authentic Italian hospitality.

Most Inspirational Moment

Standing in the streets of Pompeii

Thoughts on Group Leader

Severio was quite knowledgeable, well-organized and easy to talk to. He kept us together without making us feel like school kid.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Bring more money and be flexible.

Gordon Williams

Reviewed April 2024

Amazing Inca Trail Experience

This adventure holiday exceeded all my expectations. Havving never travelled with Exodus before, I wasn’t sure
what to expect but organisation, tour leaders, accommodation – all were perfect. Thank you Exodus.

Most Inspirational Moment

Reaching the Sun Gate and looking down on Machu Picchu.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Amazing sums him up. Bobby (Ubaldo Bobby Quispe) was knowledgable, helpful, entertaining and brilliant! He was so supportive of me when I struggled with ascents. Rosa (assistant guide) was also awesome!

Advice for Potential Travellers

Do not hesitate to take this adventure; it is a life-changing experience.

Alan Staniforth

Reviewed April 2024

Walking on sunshine

Lovely weather. Walks seemed more difficult than other grade 2’s I’ve done

Most Inspirational Moment

Pushing myself to do the hardest walks. First walking holiday since major surgery in 2021. Good to get back into it

Thoughts on Group Leader

Very knowledgeable and enthusiastic about his country

Advice for Potential Travellers

Pace yourself for the very large meals, that seem never ending

Jane Lee

Reviewed April 2024

Simply Stunning

It is difficult to sum up what was so wonderful about this holiday. We spent a week experiencing the history and people of this lovely country under the enthusiastic expert and entertaining guidance of our guide Muayad. The itinerary was packed with so much, including the stunning archaeological sites in Amman, Jerash and Petra and stayed in the camp in Wadi Rum. We also met local families who cooked national dishes for us and it was a delight to talk with them in their own homes. Every day brought new adventures and delights.

Most Inspirational Moment

Almost impossible to say, each day brought a new favourite moment.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Muayad was outstanding. He was friendly, knowledgeable, entertaining and his love for his country and it's people shone through everything he said and did.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Jordan is safe!

Paula Reason

Reviewed April 2024

A packed trip full of Japanese delights

A full programme that explores Japan both ancient and modern. The kindness and civility of all the people that we met was lovely

Most Inspirational Moment

Japanese art and culture…. Many moments

Thoughts on Group Leader

Tadaoki was kind and gentle and was with us the whole trip. Kan came in halfway through and was like a magician making any problem disappear and making our wishes come true. I wanted to see some Japanese woodblock art which did not seem possible on the schedule with museums shut on a Monday but he made it possible.

Advice for Potential Travellers

The schedule is packed but there is still plenty of time for your own things. Plan these and book in advance like teamLab and the imperial palace in Tokyo. Research ways to see Mount Fuji as you still have a day with your rail card to travel for free from Tokyo

Laura Rendon-Morgan

Reviewed April 2024

A week to get off the grid and explore Mallorca's stunning Tramuntana mountains!

My husband and I took this first departure of 2024 in the first week of April, the weather was cool but sunny and the trip was fantastic. It was our first visit to Mallorca and a great introduction to the northwestern part of the island and this mountain range. There are several small towns, or villages, that you will visit on your hikes, including Soller, Puerto Soller, Deia, Lluc and others. Several of the hikes through olive groves and orange orchards had stunning mountain and sea views and were scented with orange blossoms as we hiked through. We were on a level 3 departure, graded so for the ascents, descents and rocky paths – be prepared for the rocks and bring your hiking boots and poles. The locations of both hotels in Puerto Soller and Lluc are excellent on this trip, so unique, and Lluc in particular, is so tranquil and scenic.

Most Inspirational Moment

Hiking trails scented with orange blossoms Beautiful sea views on the coastal trails, with a little swim in a quiet cove Summiting Puig Galileu on the last day of hiking

Thoughts on Group Leader

Jacob was fantastic; funny, kind and very capable on the hikes. He was very well organized and we felt very well taken care of. It was a pleasure getting to know him during the week. Since he was a local to the area, he was extremely knowledgeable and provided insight to the culture and customs and context to the geography and history of the area. Thank you for a great week Jacob!

Advice for Potential Travellers

The dry stone path in Mallorca is very rocky, so hiking boots and poles are very recommended. Bring your refillable water bottle, at least a 1.5L, for the hikes, there are plenty of places to refill. Have a plan for your free day, the guide can point you in the right direction, but if you will go to Palma, the cathedral closes at 2pm so you will have to go in the morning. If taking the historic wooden train back to Soller from Palma on this day, you will need to book your tickets ahead.

Graham Ritchie

Reviewed April 2024

Evia

Like most Exodus guides, Thano was excellent. However he went beyond expectations, his local knowledge was extensive (he seemed to know everyone on the island). Always approachable. The packed lunches were varied (and filling). He ordered the starters at every meal which meant that we sampled lots of local delicacies that we would otherwise have missed. Lots of little things (sampling the ouzo, beekeeper visit and so on) added to the overall enjoyment. The guided tour of Athens on the final day was a bonus. On a personal note, he spoke to a doctor on my behalf as I was suffering from an injured shoulder.

Thoughts on Group Leader

He made the holiday.

Nicola Fry

Reviewed April 2024

Magical Jordan

I fell utterly in love with Jordan on this trip. The people gave the warmest welcome, the sights were awesome and the food was delicious. The tour took in the best of Jordan: the northern castles, amazing Roman ruins at Jerash, weird and wonderful Dead Sea, spectacular Petra and the breathtaking Wadi Rum. I have never felt so safe and awestruck in all my travels.

Most Inspirational Moment

Petra was spellbinding, but the most vivid memory is the Wadi Rum at night. The stars and the peace of the desert was food for the soul.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Ahmad was the most amazing group leader. His knowledge of Jordan's history and culture enlivened the entire trip, bringing to life over 2,000 years of history and providing understanding the present day. Ahmad was generous with his time and his own experience, using stories from his own life to help us understand the current practices in Jordan. Kind and helpful at every step, Ahmad enriched my experience and made the trip truly spectacular.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Follow government guidance, but my recent experience on Jordan (April 2024) is that it is perfectly safe. If you feel comfortable I would recommend now as a perfect time to go. Tourist numbers are very low, meaning that you will have some sites almost to yourself. Petra has never been so quite!

Keith Sexton

Reviewed April 2024

Enjoyable despite the cycling

This review is written in the context of being a regular cyclist and having cycled with Exodus “Coast to Coast India” and “Costa Rica, Nicaragua, Panama”.
This trip definitely ranks third in that list. Vietnam is a long, thin country, with 1000+ miles from HCM to Hanoi – it is unclear on what basis the 320 cycling miles on this trip were chosen. Many days the routes are long and featureless, the riding punctuated by aggressive air horns from passing lorries. Some days felt like cycling for cycling sake – starting at a random point out of town, and finishing somewhere equally random.
Long periods on the bus.
That said the segments of cycling along quiet backroads, through traditional fishing villages etc was delightful.
Days are full on – early breakfast and start and late arrivals into destinations leaving very limited chance to appreciate the towns and facilities.
The stops at Whale Island, Hoi An were a welcome relief. The trip to Ha Long Bay at the end was superb.

Most Inspirational Moment

Cycling into Hue as the sun was going down through traditional backwaters.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Luang was excellent, well organised and all the evening meal recommendations were excellent. Perfect English and a mine of local information.

Advice for Potential Travellers

If you want to cycle 100km somewhere enjoyable and scenic - do one of the other Exodus trips ( or go to Wales or the Peak District). Book an extra day at the end in Hanoi and consider the optional Cambodia extension at the beginning.

Reply from Exodus

Thank you for taking the time to review your cycling trip in Vietnam, Keith, and we were so pleased to read your comments about your tour leader, Luang. On the other hand, we regret that this tour did not reach the heights of your previous adventures with us, particularly concerning the routes. This is one of our longest-standing, best-selling cycling trips and is designed as an introduction to Vietnam by bike. It is generally very well received by our customers, evidenced by its current 4.8* average rating on our website. Vietnam is becoming increasingly popular as a destination, however, which has had a knock-on effect on the volume of vehicles on the roads. As the trip navigates from south to north and covers so much ground, main roads are unavoidable, but we will consider revising some of the routes if it becomes apparent that backroads are preferred. We recognise that this is a busy itinerary and that temperatures are warm year-round, which we try to describe in the trip notes, but as there is almost full vehicle support and two tour leaders, clients are welcome to sit out any stretches they do not want to join. It is with this in mind that we feel the currently activity level is accurate, although we are sorry if it was more challenged than you had anticipated. We welcome your feedback, as it will guide future decisions about this tour, and we hope that your experience in Vietnam does not discourage you from travelling with us again.

Kelly Reid, Product Manager

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