Most Inspirational Moment
Getting to the top of any hill then flying down the other side.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Excellent, he managed everything superbly.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Do some preparation.
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Well organised
The tour was well organised and Michaela, assisted by Ado, dealt with everything very well. The bikes are very good but be prepared for some stiff climbs on the first two days and the Mistral at any time. Don’t forget your Camelbak or your sunblock.
Really interesting
I really enjoyed this trip, which included some fantastic treks in some of the remoter parts of Albania, Kosovo and Montenegro. Some of the accommodation was indeed basic (as flagged up in the brochure) but the welcome from local folk was fantastic. Some of the food was less varied that I am used to, but it was beautifully prepared – tomatoes, stuffed peppers, locally-made cheeses, very tasty home-made bread, with some more elaborate meals also provided. The walks – about 8 to 10 miles a day – were mainly along good trails, and taken at a reasonable pace. The countryside was very lush and pastoral, far less arid than the mountains of the southern Balkans. Helpful guides, and a very friendly bunch of fellow travellers. This tour gave us a real taste of a rural way of life that has died out elsewhere in Europe.
Most Inspirational Moment
I loved one of the early walks involving a trek over the mountains from Albania, into Montenegro and Kosovo, with our main luggage carried by horses/mules. And, although the hike up and down one of Albania's highest mountains was long and not without its challenges, it was memorable and I'm glad to have done it. The hospitality of the locals was memorable.
Thoughts on Group Leader
I found both leaders to be very friendly and helpful. Our minibus driver was very careful and I felt safe with him driving.
Advice for Potential Travellers
If you like a luxury lifestyle 24/7, it is not for you but if you are prepared to rough it slightly, it is to be highly recommended. The more basic accommodation was mixed up with occasional nights in fair hotels. Well worth doing. Although it was warm, it cooled down in evenings and was dark by just after 8pm.
Central Asia Discovery Trip
A varied trip through three Stans. Uzbekistan very Western with modern cities, and has put a loot of effort into monument preservation; Kazakstan, harder to define, its a really big Steppe. Kyrgistan is just beautiful and largely untrodden by tourist hordes.
Most Inspirational Moment
Swimming in Issyk Kul
Thoughts on Group Leader
Both were really good.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Dont expect too much of Almaty and Kazakstan!
Really interesting
I really enjoyed this trip, which included some fantastic treks in some of the remoter parts of Albania, Kosovo and Montenegro. Some of the accommodation was indeed basic (as flagged up in the brochure) but the welcome from local folk was fantastic. Some of the food was less varied that I am used to, but it was beautifully prepared – tomatoes, stuffed peppers, locally-made cheeses, very tasty home-made bread, with some more elaborate meals also provided. The walks – about 8 to 10 miles a day – were mainly along good trails, and taken at a reasonable pace. The countryside was very lush and pastoral, far less arid than the mountains of the southern Balkans. Helpful guides, and a very friendly bunch of fellow travellers. This tour gave us a real taste of a rural way of life that has died out elsewhere in Europe.
Most Inspirational Moment
I loved one of the early walks involving a trek over the mountains from Albania, into Montenegro and Kosovo, with our main luggage carried by horses/mules. And, although the hike up and down one of Albania's highest mountains was long and not without its challenges, it was memorable and I'm glad to have done it. The hospitality of the locals was memorable.
Thoughts on Group Leader
I found both leaders to be very friendly and helpful. Our minibus driver was very careful and I felt safe with him driving.
Advice for Potential Travellers
If you like a luxury lifestyle 24/7, it is not for you but if you are prepared to rough it slightly, it is to be highly recommended. The more basic accommodation was mixed up with occasional nights in fair hotels. Well worth doing. Although it was warm, it cooled down in evenings and was dark by just after 8pm.
Cycling Siena and Chianti
Great cycle routes, well planned stops, good climbs and descents.
Most Inspirational Moment
Reaching the tops of some of the more challenging hills
Thoughts on Group Leader
Jon was a fabulous group leader, well organised and motivating. Alexis was great fun. Both made the trip really enjoyable
Holiday
Excellent time and history
Most Inspirational Moment
Bike and boat trip
Thoughts on Group Leader
Top bloke and very funny man easy to get on with and knew his stuff
Advice for Potential Travellers
Just soak it all up
Alaska's liquid sun
The sky was bright blue, the mountains and glacier were perfectly reflected in the still lake before us, it was a spectacular day just like on the Alaska documentaries on the television. Finally we were having better weather and could see the Alaska we’d come to see, what a pity there were only 2 spectacular days in 2 weeks, no wonder the film crews take months to film the documentaries or were we just unlucky ? The second spectacular day fell on the best day ever the float plane and bear viewing trip, even the sun tan lotion put in an appearance, bears fished, salmon jumped and cameras clicked. The wet days were forgotten as we flew back low over an ice cap and glacier and the end of our trip.
Most Inspirational Moment
The float plane to view the bears was the reason to visit Alaska and it really lived up to expectations. We saw grizzly bears swimming around the boat, black bear cubs and mother sheltering up a tree from the grizzlies and other black bears fishing in the river ..... it was "the David Attenborough" moment.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Allen was a great guy and did an excellent job driving us on long days between camp sites. The participation element of this trip was greater than my previous 10 participatory camping trips with all aspects of camp duties allocated to 4 teams.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Alaskan people and other travelers were very friendly and always interested in what we were doing, most were impressed that we were camping. The camper van or RV (to use the local term) is by far the most popular way to see and experience Alaska. Several of the camp sites had few facilities, from one were were bused into town to use the public pay showers.
Good overall
The main concern was the variability of the accommodation. From a dreadful first hotel in Casablanca – noisy and impersonal – a splendid one in Essaouira and a pleasant but out of the way one in Fez and several rather mediocre places. We were fortunate to have the friendly and informative guide Mohammad and a great driver, who never left us feeling concerned on some challenging roads, Ibrahim – thanks to them both. The route was wrong – driving past Marrakech to spend days at Essaroia and then driving back to Marrakech! Too many local guides were evidently on commission – the one in Fez took us to 4 factory/shops and a pricey restaurant – mind you we skipped off and ate for 20% the cost nearby! Todra gorge was a disappointment with a rather isolated hotel; apart from meeting a delightful family high on the hill above the town and a great meal with another family. The best of the trip was Essarooria, eating with families and the splendid introduction to culture provided through Mohammad – Bert’s museum in Marrakech, the Sand Pigeons band’, colorful markets and friendly people and great cheap eats cafes where the 4 of us always filled up for less that £10!
The worst, the night in the grubby Sahara camp – a real low light! Poor quality touristy nonsense – a Berber camp!!
Most Inspirational Moment
The friendly colourful people - well worth a visit - felt very safe at all times.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Splendid and a great driver and very good vehicle. Excellent to ensure we had bottled water in the mini bus each day!
Advice for Potential Travellers
Ask - our guide was always open to our requests and suggestions -it's your holiday.
Reply from Exodus
We would like to thank Nigel for his feedback. We are pleased he enjoyed his time in Morocco overall, but we are sorry he was disappointed with certain aspects of the trip. We regret that he did not enjoy Todra Gorge, as the feedback we receive about this is usually very positive. We appreciate Nigel’s feedback regarding the route, however because our departure airport is Marrakech, the route takes us back there after spending time in Essaouira; it also allows for clients who are flying on elsewhere. We are sorry that Nigel was unhappy with the hotel in Casablanca and the Bedouin camp in the Sahara. We have revised the itinerary for 2019 and neither this hotel nor the camp will be used.
Frances Spowart – Product Manager for Morocco
Inca Trail
Cusco is a good starting point as the capital city of the Inca empire there is lots to see. Good restaurants and a vibrant atmosphere add to the sense of anticipation ready for the trek. The four day trek was for me the highlight despite 24 hours of altitude sickness prior to setting off and a visit from the doctor. The Trail was for me challenging despite my level of fitness As i had not truely realised how the altitude would take my breath away. The struggle was more than worth it for the views and the cloud forest was fascinating. Throughout the trail we were well looked after well informed. My fellow travellers added to the sense of achievement and although busy Machu Picchu did not disappoint. All our guides and short team were excellent
Most Inspirational Moment
The sense of achievement , the views and the Cloud Forest.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Our group leader was knowledgable, caring and approachable.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Don’t underestimate the possible impact of altitude sickness. Seek medical help promptly if you need it as recovery can be quick and it didn’t stop me completing the trek.
Superb South Africa.
We had a great time on this very varied tour. It began badly as the plane from London was late & we missed the connection. So, B.A. put us up in a hotel in the centre of the city & paid for all the meals.
After this everything went smoothly.
The whole tour was a success from our point of view.
Most Inspirational Moment
The visit up Table mountain was excellent & in the afternoon we went along to the Cape of Good Hope. The scenery is amazing.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Justin was very friendly & helpful. He had a wide & varied knowledge which he imparted in a clear & interesting way. He was very good a picking excellent restaurants & wines. His attention to detail helped make the trip. Nothing was too much trouble.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Watch the transfer time in Cape Town as you have to go through 2 sets of immigration & passport control . Also, collect your case. This takes at least 90 mins & the B.A. FLIGHT could let you down as it did us. The meals are usually taken as a group & in places there is little choice of places to eat.