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4.7 out of 5

Dinah Gibbs

Reviewed October 2018

Great opportunity to see, hear, taste and truly experience Albania

A week in which you will challenge your fitness, enjoy delicious and healthful food, meet welcoming communities and see the beauty of unspoilt countryside.

Most Inspirational Moment

The Alberian people were kind and generous. All interactions we had were totally positive. We felt welcomed everywhere we went. Both mountain and coastal areas were wonderful, very different in architecture, scenery and culture.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Dmitry was totally professional. Nothing was overlooked. He was very well prepared, kind, humerous and tireless. Our driver was on the ball with roadside bike adjustments, helping with baggage and a fabulous in- vehicle Playlist. His energy level was impressive.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Train,train, train. You will be glad you did. If in doubt of your desire to cycle like a fiend for a week; consider an ebike. Don't underestimate the hills. There is good reason that your guides supply snacks at every turn!

Ravi Gulati

Reviewed October 2018

Cycling the Dalmation Coast

The Croatia coast line is an excellent place for cycling from the Istria peninsula up north all the way to the southern city of Dubrovnik. While this trip only covered the islands from Split to Dubrovnik, we did the first part across by hovercraft from Venice to Ravingy and then drove over 4 days hopping the islands to Split where we joined the Exodus group. The official trip had four days of biking. I would recommend that cyclist / travellers who have the time should do the entire length of Croatia along the islands. Car rental is very cost effective in Croatia. Any way you do it, it is a very scenic ride all the way down the coast.

Most Inspirational Moment

Croatia is a scenic country, appears well managed, with good tourism infrastructure and friendly people. The break up of Croatia from Yugoslavia and the sacrifice made by its citizens was moving but the effort has paid off.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Mario Stojanovic (our group leader) was a absolute delight to lead the team. He made the trip enjoyable. He is very capable and stitched the group together. Can't thank him enough.

Advice for Potential Travellers

It can get very hot and only four star hotels have air conditioning. We had forest fires and route , ferry changes, and other natural disasters but Mario always had a plan B. For me the food servings was big quantities but the quality of cuisine did not impress especially if you compare it with French or Italian food. The quality of Croatian wine was acceptable, actually better than I expected.

Tracy White

Reviewed October 2018

Armenia nd Georgia are excellent destinations

I was pleasantly surprised by Armenia and Georgia. Bot countries far exceeded my expectations for them. People are friendly. Prices are cheap by western European and American standards. The scenery is beautiful. Our hotels were nice.

Most Inspirational Moment

I'm not a religious person, but I actually very much enjoyed visiting the numerous churches and monasteries.

Thoughts on Group Leader

The leaders in both countries were excellent. It was Nona in Armenia and Sophia in Georgia. Both ladies were intelligent and friendly, and everything flowed smoothly which made the trip a nice experience.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Be prepared for some long days in the bus and be prepared to see many churches and monasteries along the way. The scenery is nice, and I never grew tired of looking at it.

Tracy White

Reviewed October 2018

This extension is very expensive considering its short duration

The extension is really for less that 48 hours, but it’s advertised for 3-4 days. Day 1 is entirely still in Georgia. The train ride certainly isn’t an efficient way to travel between Tbilisi and Baku and involved a 2 hour stop at the border, an hour on each side, and that included stern passport/immigration people and a search of our luggage. We arrived in Baku at 9:30 am on Day 2. Baku and the surrounding areas are very nice, and we saw many things during Days 2 and 3. Our group included 10 people. Of the 10, 8 of us had flights shortly after 4am on Day 4, and that included the main group flight. Accordingly, it’s not really a 4 day extension as we were in Baku for under 48 hours. The extension is very expensive and I’d advise other travelers to avoid it and to travel to Baku with another option.

Most Inspirational Moment

Baku has a nice mixture of old and new architecture.

Thoughts on Group Leader

He was helpful and provided us with much information.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Baku is safe and would be easy for independent travel. I'd suggest doing that as the extension to the Armenia/Georgia trip is grossly overpriced for such a short time period.

Derek Holwill

Reviewed October 2018

Brilliant wildlife trip

Tremendous trip for wildlife. Great photographic opportunities every day – very varied.

Most Inspirational Moment

Humpbacks repeatedly breeching next to our boat

Thoughts on Group Leader

Excellent

Advice for Potential Travellers

Get up early to enjoy sunrise and the early morning birdlife. And have a camera with good low light capabilities

Angela Coates

Reviewed October 2018

Breathtaking Bhutan

This is a trip of a lifetime to the most beautiful place on the earth. Such beauty from the people, the environment, the culture and from the expert care of the team who show you their fantastic country.

Most Inspirational Moment

We were lucky enough to go on the Thimphu Festival departure - and were even luckier to get to the Gangtey Monastery to see the festival up in the glacial valley - it was spectacular! To have been able to see the festival in Thimphu, to learn and understand more about the culture - to then be lucky enough to experience another festival high in the mountains was just a magical and beautiful occasion - we then walked through the valley back to the hotel. This was the best experience during the trip, but a trip of epic experiences, included of course was the walk to the Tigress Nest Monastery, all of the Dzong's which I adored and just learning and seeing this great country.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Kemey was wonderful. Patient, knowledgable, flexible and very very kind. He made the trip for all of us, he packed the days with so many activities and made sure we had everything we needed. Thank you Kemey for showing us the heart of Bhutan.

Advice for Potential Travellers

The September trip was certainly not cold in any way - so don't pack too many warm clothes, instead take lots of layers as you move from high passes to tropical valleys in the same day. Change more money than you think you need at the start, there is very little opportunity to do this during the trip (or if you do the rate is very bad). Sit back and enjoy the spectacular scenery - the team will take care of you.

William Stanton

Reviewed October 2018

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An excellent trip in a lovely part of the world. Seeing an adult female bear at the bear hide was amazing. Pity she was scared off by a group of wild boar but they were great to see too. The walks were great and weren’t too challenging although be prepared for a lot of uphills!

Most Inspirational Moment

See the adult female bear was very good but equally as good was the scenery. I didn’t think this area of the world would be as pretty as it was. Also it was good to see a lot of other wildlife especially birds and butterflies.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Julian was great. His enthusiasm was contagious and he was so knowledgeable. What he doesn’t know about bears and Bulgaria isn’t worth knowing. He was also very knowledgeable on other flora and fauna.

Advice for Potential Travellers

We booked an extra night in Sofia at the end which I was glad of as it is an interesting city and there are a few decent bars!

Grant Howell

Reviewed October 2018

Great Time in Provence

A wonderful week hiking in Provence, headquartered in the lovely village of Greoux-les-bains, with a great guide taking us to various interesting and walkable places.

Most Inspirational Moment

Most inspirational to me was our day in Moustier- Ste.- Marie, where we hiked into the edge of the Alpes and had lunch behind the mountain in a lovely meadow. We then descended down an old Roman road to the town.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Our guide Isabelle was not a very good leader.........she was terrific! A lovely person, thoughtful, kind, joyful, very competent and a great story teller with lots of topical stories.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Be prepared for the heat. We took a spray bottle of water to mist ourselves and cool things down in 30+ degree hiking weather.

bridget johnson

Reviewed October 2018

atlas panorama

I really enjoyed my visit to Morocco.On our 1st day a few of us visited the Jardin Marjorelle which was just up the road from the hotel. It was lovely and peaceful after our journey to the airport that morning.There is an interesting Berber museum there as well.
2nd day we had a guide who took us to explore Marrakech. Very colourful and interesting. We then travelled to the village on the 3rd day.
The next few days were spent at the riad which was basic but fine. The next 3 days we spent trekking. We had wonderful views and we were provided with a delicious picnic each day transported on donkeys.The walking was not that difficult and the pace was leisurely.

Most Inspirational Moment

I think the walk round the village was really interesting. The way of life is simple and everyone seemed happy. I just wonder how much longer it would last but our guide assured us it would remain unchanged.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Hassan was very good. He knew all the footpaths and stopped to point out anything of interest. He was also very interesting to talk to.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Bring walking boots with good soles as the paths are rocky. A pole could also be useful.

Carolyn Jacobson

Reviewed October 2018

Best Holiday For a Long Time

First time in Europe and first Exodus trip. Fantastic!!! We loved the itinerary and where it took us. The backroads through farmland, orchards, vines and forests were just sensational, so picturesque. Had to keep pinching myself that this was real. Dana and Peter, our guides were awesome, and the bikes were great. The few times they let us down Peter was able to get them going again or swap it out for a spare bike on the trailer. The accommodation varied from basic to very well-appointed, but the beds in every one were as comfortable as ours at home.
All in all we learned a lot of history, enjoyed sensational company with our 11 fellow bike riders and relished in our first taste of Europe

Most Inspirational Moment

Getting to finish each day of the ride, unscathed (not one bingle for any of our group) and without getting on the bus whilst the others finished the days ride.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Dana is a legend! She is a fantastic cyclist and guide. Her depth of knowledge around the history of each of the towns and cities and countries we visited was tremendous, She is well suited to this work.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Just do it!!! You don't have to be a Le Tour experienced rider, just average and you will be fine. The knowledge that if it does get that little to difficult the bus will meet throughout the day to pick anyone up. It was apparently unusually hot for June, however as northern Australians, our heat tolerance is reasonably high. Some of the others struggled though, being prepared with a hydration backpak would be a very good addition to your outfit.

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