Most Inspirational Moment
Our guide Lina Duseviciene´s told us her family´s history. In Kolkja villagers where selling their onions -
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Almost excellent trip
I have just finished the wonderful Exodus cycle trip crossing the three Baltic Countries Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania. First rate trip made extra special by our wonderful guide Lina Duseviciene who shared with us her family´s history and their and her own experience of the Soviet era. This brought us closer to the people of these countries while we cycled through the beautiful forest and scenery. Not to forget our driver Edvardus who entertained us with music while driving between locations. I would like to mention that the hotel we stayed in in Tallin had a really bad or no air-conditioning.
Fabulous views, beautiful coastline.
Challenging and enjoyable walks rewarded with spectacular views across the Amalfi coastline.
Most Inspirational Moment
Reaching the summit of Monte Tre Calli and seeing Positano and the coastline for the first time.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Martina Cipolia has an outgoing personality and is very passionate about hiking, the Amalfi coast region and Italy in general. She set the hiking pace at a level where everyone could keep up. There were plenty of opportunities for taking photographs. On our free day she organised for our transport to Herculaneum.
Advice for Potential Travellers
The Exodus website mentions bringing water bottles. If you are taking this trip in the summer months it is recommended you bring water bottles which can hold 2 litres.
Magnificent Morocco
What an exciting adventure my trip to Morocco was with nearly everyday a new city/town to visit in just over two week period. I thoroughly enjoyed the culture past and present, the historical buildings, the vast landscape and the many people along the way.
Most Inspirational Moment
The fact that I got on and managed to stay and hold on for a camel ride of 1 1/2 hours to our Sahara camp. Seriously, the late afternoon, early evening thunderstorm in the Sahara desert was a wonderful sight to behold and one I won't forget. The next morning the shades of the orange sand with the different levels of moisture from the rain overnight were truly beautiful.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Mohammed was a good leader for our trip. He was well organized and phoned ahead for our meals and reservations in advance. He was very knowledgeable about the places we went to and he also subcontracted to local guides so we got a more personable experience. On several occasions, he purchased extra water to supplement our supply, which was of great benefit. I particularly enjoyed the personal touches he made by our group having dinner with a local family and tea with other families in other towns, so we got an up close personal feel to our trip, which made it very memorable.
Advice for Potential Travellers
I would like to recommend to potential travelers that they purchase and drink plenty of water to keep hydrated while on the trip as the temperature in Morocco was anywhere from 35-42 degrees in August. Wear a floppy hat and definitely apply sun cream regularly too.
Great mix of scenery and culture
This is a good combination of interesting cities and mountains ,with a reasonable pace and comfortable air-conditioned bus;our guide and driver were excellent, with reasonable accommodation and generous meals throughout.
Most Inspirational Moment
Kotor,Cetinje ,the Montenegrin scenery;Sarajevo in general and atmospheric Mostar all impress
Thoughts on Group Leader
Sabina is an excellent cheerful guide who manages the tour friendly and efficiently, she imparts her keen enthusiasm for these countries and is willing to share her personal insight into their history.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Like others have said,just visit and enjoy the experience.
Glorious Countryside
We rode through glorious towns and countryside with plenty of opportunities to take photographs.
Most Inspirational Moment
I really enjoyed the company of the other riders. I am so glad I took this trip instead of a self-guided trip.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Jon Hobson is very easy to get along with and to talk about anything we want. He took good care of us, riding at a good pace, stopping frequently for us to regroup and to refill our water bottles. At lunch and dinner time he provided us with great suggestions on places to eat.
Advice for Potential Travellers
I would suggest you have a good fitness level as there are some hills which are hard to ride up.
Fantastic Ride Through Towns and Countryside
The ride was at a good pace, not too fast and not too slow. We passed through beautiful towns and countryside and there was ample opportunities to take photographs.
Most Inspirational Moment
The icing on the cake for this ride was how much I enjoyed the company of the other riders on this trip. I think I was just as sore from laughing so much as my legs were from riding.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Martino Falsini took good care of us, keeping the ride at a good pace so we weren't too far spaced out, stopping frequently to regroup and to refill our water bottles. He provided us with commentary on many of the towns we passed through.
A magical combination of landscapes and wildlife
Thinking that a camping safari in the desert is not for you? Think again! This holiday combines stunning landscapes and encounters with a huge variety of wildlife, from elephants, black rhino. big cats, zebra, giraffes to an amazing number of bird species. All these can be seen from the comfort of your safari vehicle, with all members of the group in their own window seat. Your guide, who has an an encyclopaedic knowledge of the wildlife, also knows where to have the best chance of seeing the more elusive animals. In many areas, you will not see another safari vehicle all day!
As for the camping, what could be more luxurious than arriving at the campsite to find your tent already erected (complete with comfortable camp bed and warm duvet), dining table in place, complete with table cloth and candles, a cup of tea and a hot shower awaiting you and a delicious dinner being cooked on an open fire? Bliss!
Most Inspirational Moment
Seeing a mother and calf black rhino followed soon after by the sight of a heavily pregnant female. Watch a female cheetah and her two cubs playing in a tree.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Our leader, Hans, could not have been better. His knowledge of the wildlife, his navigational skills in the more featureless areas, together with his faultless driving, sometimes for long distances, to say nothing of his cooking abilities, made him the ideal guide!
Advice for Potential Travellers
Take warm clothing for the evenings and a good camera to bring back memories of what will be an unforgettable holiday.
What a Fantastic Experience
I signed up for this on a whim, having done the standard Exodus Vietnam trip 5 years ago. I thoroughly enjoyed that trip but saw no reason to return. This trip caught my eye as it covers the bit we previously flew over and I was happy with what was repeated. I have enjoyed half day cycling trips on adventure tours but am no great cyclist. Whilst I did some training – a short ride to work most days and a longer ride every couple of weeks – I expected to retreat to the bus on occasions, particularly for uphill stretches. Friends did not think I would be able to cycle 100km……….
Most Inspirational Moment
Reaching the top of the Hai Van pass having completed every available kilometre of cycling. Whilst I was a physical and emotional wreck on arrival I coul not believe what I had achieved. The cycling is very well structured and each day becomes a little harder so you build up gradually. The 100km day is actually not the toughest day as 30km is downhill from a pass that you have been largely driven up. The support from the Exodus team was superb and a major factor in my achievement- regular refreshment stops (the first hit of the ice cold lemon drink is amazing) with fruit, nuts and biscuits ensured no-one lost weight! The smiles of the staff as they directed us at junctions was great and those at the back had a great time with the engineer. The group was superb with a wide range of ages and everyone supported each other, no matter what their fitness or ability.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Loc was a fantastic leader and he was brilliantly supported by an excellent team. Nothing was too much trouble and he listened to us, informed us, entertained us and organised us superbly. He is clearly an excellent cyclist and an excellent cycling trip leader.
Advice for Potential Travellers
The scenery and greetings from the locals make this a great trip and a great way of seeing real Vietnam. I booked an extra night at each end to give me more time in the cities. If this is to be your only trip to Vietnam then I would strongly recommend this as there is little time to do normal holiday stuff. The cycling days are long so you won't get much time in places unless you are staying for 2 nights in a place. Some practice beforehand is sensible, especially if you are not a regular exerciser/cyclist, but the support staff are great and if you are struggling they are happy for you to drop out of parts of the route. The island is a great break, all the accomodation was very pleasant (and except for the train had wifi!) and often better than pleasant. Embrace the traffic and enjoy the chaos - they drive steadily and with a lot more respect than UK drivers.
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No need to go to a retreat, just go spend a week walking, exploring, eating local produce, fresh air, soak up the culture and comeback revitalised.
Most Inspirational Moment
While walking temptations of wild berries, figs, fruits to sample the sensation of being in sync with nature is always truly awesome.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Severio guiding a cross section of 20s 30s 40s 50s 60 year olds from different parts of the world, eleven in the group, across the mountains and Amalfi coast was huge fun, at times so hilarious we were in tears.
Advice for Potential Travellers
If you’ve ever had a burning desire to visit this region this is definitely an excellent trip to go fo,r as long as walking is not a problem or vertigo.
Good varied trip with great guide.
This was an interesting and varied holiday with excellent trips, varied walks and an excellent guide.
Some of the days were long and involved a fair amount of time in a transit or small bus which was not always comfortable especially when it was hot. However , it wasn’t overly arduous and added to the overall interest of the week.
Most Inspirational Moment
The scenery on the first two days of walking. Watching the bears feed from a hide was also fascinating.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Thomas was really excellent. He was knowledgeable about the area and it’s history and had a great sense of humour.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Be prepared for some long days of varied activities. Take some biscuits/ energy bars ! While the walks were not overly demanding you should be used to walking with sturdy shoes. The transfer to the hotel takes several hours from Bucharest which means a late arrival , especially if the flight is delayed ( we arrived at 6a.m ) .