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Our first ever Exodus trip – one of our best holidays EVER!!
The superb varied scenery of Andalucía. Great walks in very different locations.
Alex was superb. A local guy - nothing was too much trouble. Knowledgeable about the area. Great company.
Take a wide brimmed hat in hot weather.
A great holiday with a great bunch of people. The location was ideal – very peaceful apart from the bird chorus in the morning – with good food and wine. A lot of nice little touches which didn’t cost much but made quite a bit of difference – being able to have a cup of tea and a biscuit after a day’s walking a classic example. Nothing was ever too much trouble for our genial host.
This was my second Exodus holiday and was as if not more enjoyable than the first. It's amazing how 10 people from all walks of life just gelled. The picnic lunch at the monastery was memorable - not only because of the quality of the fare but also the location and weather; you could have stayed there all day. The day in Seville is to be recommended but do please be aware that you are not going to see it all in a day.
Chris was superb - had the remarkable ability to ensure that the more able members of the group were contained but at the same time ensured that the less able did not feel as if they were holding the group up. An excellent blend of people management and public relations skills. Made sure everyone felt part of it and that eveveryone's requirements were met.
Classed as a Leisurely to Moderate walk I would view that it was more leisurely, which was ideal given the hot weather. If you are an experienced walker go for the more challenging weeks.
This holiday makes for a relaxing week in stunning surroundings with some excellent walking and delicious food!
The visit to Seville was fantastic. We spent it wandering around the town, visiting the impressive Royal Palace and having a relaxing lunch on one of the shady squares. The walk to and over the Pass of the Doves was for me the highlight of the walks.
The group leader was excellent. He was friendly and easy going and full of knowledge. He was at all times aware of people's abilities, being attentive and helpful where necessary.
Bring plenty of sunscreen and a hat, and don't forget your swimming things!
A nice hotel but perhaps not ideally situated. Too many long bus drives in the heat to get to a start point for the walks and too many long drives back..
Canos Santos Monastery with a picnic lunch in the courtyard and not another tourist (or local) for miles... that was a good experience.However, the Pass of the Doves was probably the best day, with a great walk in a great place and fantastic views.
Chris, well, what can one say.. He is totally unflappable, calm in all situations. Quiet yet very sociable. Knowledgeable and always attentive to the groups or individuals needs and quick to respond as well !!A great trip leader
These are walks which I guess average 10 km in hot (sometimes very hot) weather. There are long uphill sections over rough ground. You don't have to be an Olympian, but you should at least try and get in practice for this otherwise your going to end up making excuses and sitting by the pool all day and that's not the point of this trip.Tapas in UK restaurants tend to be spicy, rich and very desirable. In Spain the food was a lot more bland - don't expect much
I must admit to being a little nervous about the holiday having never done anything like it before. However I need not have worried location, walks and the people were all first class.
I found parts of some of the walks a little challenging having trained mostly on the flat. However finishing the most challenging walk of the week-albeit the last to finish the warm welcome and congratulations I received from the group when I joined them in the bar at the end of a long day -and the realisation that I not only completed the walk I actually enjoyed it was a truly rewarding moment
Chris was great. He was encouraging and supportive on the walks and good company when we were more relaxed. His local knowledge was faultless.
If you are wondering if this is the holiday for you I would absolutely say-go for it. I really don't think you will regret it.
Excellent hikes, beautiful country house-like a week in the mountains with friends!
Hiking in the natural parks and stopping to admire both the fantastic views and wildflowers. We felt a million miles away from work and everyday life. Upon returning from a day's walk, there was a great swim in the pool and then a gourmet quality meal with congenial people. Relaxing and yet invigorating--doesn't get better than that!
Chris was helpful, always giving us a good sense of the walk ahead.. He was friendly, supportive and knowledgable, providing us with the histor of the region and a sense of the culture.
Bring hiking boots and poles. Although the trip is billed "leisurely/moderate," it is more moderate than leisurely--be prepared.
Great walking despite the rain. Comfortable acommodation with fantastic home cooking, friendly staff and welcoming cups of tea and grinning dogs on return to the Cortija Rosario Great group and excelllent guides,plenty of stops to gather breath and learn more on the local flora and fauna with a bit of history thrown in.
Walking to the top of Penon and seeing all around for miles.
Excellent on all counts
Take some good rainproof jackets and warm clothing, when it rained in the higher hills it was like walking in Scotland.
This was a great trip. The Cortijo Rosario was a wonderful place to stay in a beautiful location, with excellent traditional food, and welcoming hosts. The walks were varied, with great views especially in the Grazalema mountains and El Chorro Gorge. It was a good group to spend the week with, and the leader was excellent – entertaining, informative and helpful.
Walking in the Grazalema mountains, watching the birds sweep through the El Chorro Gorge, looking at the stars late at night, being in the winning quiz team!, meeting great people, drinking Andalusian sherry, eating delicious food, learning lots about the region, visiting Seville - especially the Alcazar, chatting into the night, and sitting by the pool in the sun.....
We had an excellent leader - he kept us entertained over the week, led the walks at the right pace, knew an enormous amount about the places we visited, and was organised but also relaxed.
I would recommend this trip.
Set among olive groves in the lesser known part of Andalucia, the Cortijo Rosario farmhouse is the perfect setting & launchpad for walking in this landscape. The rest of the population just gets on with farmiing the fertile soil, or tending their herds, whilst still extending a warm welcome.
Seeing the olive harvest first hand in November 2012. It made me feel so close to something we take for granted -ie olive oil!
Inspiring and knowledgeable, always good natured but genuinely interested in his clients and their lives.
If you would like to try a quieter part of Spain, with a mixture of walking, culture and good food and wine in a tranquil setting, then go for this trip.
The scenery of Andalucia is dramatic and varied. The hotel was charming, with welcoming staff and superb, local cuisine. An excellent guide and a great bunch of fellow travellers all combined to make this a holiday to remember.
Al fresco lunch at the deserted monastery.
The best pair of legs in the business! Highly motivating (Richie, not just his legs!) and very knowledgeable.
Consider hiring a car before or after this trip so that you can take in some of the other lovely places in the region.