Most Inspirational Moment
Mount Etna was a real highlight, especially the additional excursion to the summit (or nearly to the summit).
Thoughts on Group Leader
Francesco was awesome. He made our trip so much fun and taught us heaps about Sicily.
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Sicily Food & Wine
I loved the pace of the Sicily tour. 7 days was a perfect amount of time to experience the island. Francesco was friendly and informative, and made us fall in love with Sicily.
Highlights of Turkey
A very well organised trip exceptionally well run by Haydar the tour guide.
Most Inspirational Moment
The splendour of the archaeological sites
Thoughts on Group Leader
Haydar was an exceptional tour guide. Nothing seemed too much trouble to make sure we were happy. Genuinely interested in everyone's health and welfare. Always made sure we were drinking enough water and fastening our seats belts. A wicked sense of humour whatever situation. Extensive international experience. Superb organisation and reorganisation skills when required. Provide multiple toilet/food/pharmacy stops for those of us in need. An excellent communicator.
Very interesting and informative trip
We normally go on walking holidays with Exodus, but due to a current mobility problem we chose this culture experience instead. It proved to be very interesting and informative and gave a valuable experience of everyday life in the region. We were particularly surprised to learn of how hard and restricted life was when the area was under soviet control. It made us realise how lucky we are to live a free life in the UK.
Most Inspirational Moment
The short walk through the Hill of Witches; The visit to the decommissioned nuclear missile silo; The visit to the KGB HQ;
Thoughts on Group Leader
Our leader Andrius Mazrimas was excellent. Probably the best we have ever had and we have been on over 20 Exodus trips! He was very knowledgeable and helpful. He had a great sense of humour and and made the trip very enjoyable. He clearly loved his job and imparted his enthusiasm on everyone. We all finished the trip considering him a good friend and it would be great to see him again.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Some hotels lacked washbasin plugs, take a rubber sink plug with you.
Hike Bulgaria's Rodopi Mountains
The hotel and staff in Yagodina were amazing, friendly and efficient. Food was authentic and fabulous! The guide Julian was fantastic, knowledgeable, friendly and always made sure the safety of the group was paramount. Fantastic trip!
Most Inspirational Moment
The whole trip was excellent!
Thoughts on Group Leader
Julian was extremely knowledgeable and helpful. His long term commitment to the environment and welfare of fauna and flora was excellent. Julian was a fantastic leader and a fantastic asset to the area and Exodus
Hiking the Dolomites
Our guides…Jenny, Mark and Rob (Mark left and Rob replaced him)..where knowledgeable, gave excellent advise and always there to help
Most Inspirational Moment
Scenery, varied walking hikes, accommodation and meals were great, and met some great people
Thoughts on Group Leader
Good holiday, would recommended highly
Fantastic in Every Way - You Must Do This Ride!
Why isn’t the southwest coast of Portugal talked about worldwide as a gorgeous destination? The scenery was spectacular day after day. This trip, just completed yesterday (Sept 13, 2026) was easily one of the best cycling trips we’ve ever taken. Our guide João Colaço and support man-of-many-skills Vitor delivered a perfect, memorable experience with every minute detail organized and managed with forethought and professionalism. The riding had its challenges, and I would encourage anyone waffling between e-bike or regular bike to opt for the ebike, which made the climbs very comfortable. Our e-bikes were the best e-bikes we have ever ridden, with ample power and comfort, while taking a beating on some of the gravel roads. The food, organized by João and Vitor, was as amazing as you might imagine, from fresh fish to octopus to lamb, shellfish, and fruits and pastries. Accommodations were lovely and uncrowded, all locally owned and very charming. João’s daily briefings included expectations for the next day as well as updates on weather and wind, and cultural and historical notes. He has a vast knowledge of Portuguese history and culture and entertained us with his orientations to all the local spots. He and Vitor are truly exceptional guides, and I can’t commend them highly enough.
Most Inspirational Moment
There were many, nearly all gazing down at pristine beaches from viewpoints high above.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Outstanding in every way! Organized, detail-oriented, quite skilled at leading cyclists in a group across some challenging terrain. Very knowledgeable about Portuguese history, culture and geography. Excellent command of English. Very charming and funny.
Advice for Potential Travellers
The terrain has its challenges from some steep climbs to gravel, sandy paths. If you’d rather not dread the climbs, opt for the ebike. It made all the difference for us, turning the cycling into endless pleasure rather than anxiety over the next ascent.
Walking Portugal's Wild Algarve
The local team, Algarvian Roots provided an excellent trip. Francisco and Raphael were excellent guides. They coped really well with lots of different needs and interests in the group and were super-flexible. The walking was great and extremely interesting with spectacular views for little effort.
Most Inspirational Moment
The coastal walks were amazing, the hotels were great and the food was also great. The local trip leader Francisco was excellent and paid great attention to the needs of a diverse group of 16 people.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Francisco was very supportive, interesting and helpful. He coped brilliantly with a large group and the organisation from Algarvian Roots was excellent.
Great trip
Great small group, bonded quickly and the guide was fantastic. Hotels comfortable and clean and in great locations.
Jacob the guide was very informative both before each days hike and during the hikes providing lots of local information.
Jacob was also more than happy to provide additional guidance for any local hikes outside of the planned daily ones.
Most Inspirational Moment
The hike on the last day to get the views.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Amazing, very knowledgeable, capable and relaxed whilst ensuring everyone was safe and supported.
A fabulous week full of idiom
A brilliantly organised and executed tour – this was our first time doing a group cycling trip and we couldn’t have asked for a better experience. Our leader, Davide, had done over 70 trips on this route which meant that almost nothing was left to chance. The hotels were excellent, food stops were delicious and well timed and the support offered by Sebi was reliable and always delivered with a smile.
The cycling itself was fun and just the right length and difficulty for a mixed group. Gorgeous scenery and amazing smells of fig, pine, lemons and oranges as we cycled through the countryside. And there were plenty of swim stops when we were by the sea. Highly recommend this tour especially if it is led by Davide.
Most Inspirational Moment
The care and support shown to one of our group who unfortunately had a fall from her bike and had to go to hospital. The group rallied round and Davide and Sebi were brilliant.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Exceptional and caring and knew all the interesting places to visit often with a personal touch as he knew all the people that mattered.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Bring lots of your local idioms and the cultural exchange will be all the richer for it.
An experience definitely worth taking
We were on the Exodus trip that left on May 24, 2025. The hiking, hotel, meals, hospitality and guide were all excellent. We could not ask for more.
We would highly recommend this trip and the other 4 Exodus trips we have taken to our friends.
The hotel room was spotless and the staff so very accommodating. The breakfast had everything you could ask for. The packed lunches had 3 options for sandwiches plus all the chocolate, fruit and nuts you wanted. The 4 course dinners were amazing, with 3 options prepared by the in house chef.
Most Inspirational Moment
Arriving at the hotel and seeing the view of the snow capped mountains from the patio and hearing the nearby cow bells.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Tomas was a quiet and personable local guide with a broad range of knowledge.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Please make sure you know "your limitations". Match your "current" ability with the rating of the hike. Be reaIistic and then it makes the experience more enjoyable for everyone.