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Mont Blanc Highlights
My sisters and I joined the Mont Blanc hiking group tour from May 25 to June 1. Our guide, Mike Napier, made the entire trip both enjoyable and informative. Through his expertise and attention to detail, he ensured everyone’s safety and provided valuable insights into the surrounding landscape. My sister, who needed assistance at times, particularly appreciated his attentiveness and thoughtfulness.
Besides having an excellent guide, our hosts (Tomas and Sol) at the chalet we stayed in were also outstanding. The meals they cooked for us during our stay were delicious and beautifully presented.
Overall, we had a fantastic time on the Mont Blanc hiking group tour. The guide’s expertise, friendly hosts, and excellent food at the chalet made this trip truly exceptional. I highly recommend this tour to anyone looking for an adventure that combines great scenery, a variety of hikes, and a top-notch dining experience.
Walking the Amalfi Coast, based in Bomerano
A very ghood trip, every day was excellent. Hotel & food very good and really friendly staff. Best part was Tony, our Guide, a very relaxed approach but everything under control. In particular his invitations to meet his local contacts each day for our lunchtime sandwich / beer was an unexpected bonus. The Lunch in a Lemon Grove was the highlight. Exodus should encourage this approach – meeting the local population, buying a beer and chatting.
Most Inspirational Moment
Every day was as good as the previous one, no average days. Learning about Volcanoes, standing on Vesuvius listening to Ciro, a proper Volacanologist, was another unexpected pleasure. The Walk of the Gods was everything we hoped for and Ravello was the best town, unspoilt. All organised by Tony.
Thoughts on Group Leader
As stated above, Tony made our trip so much more enjoyable and relaxing - no maps required, no rush and no bus timetables! His local knowledge was very deep. His Yorkshire humour wasn't bad either!
Advice for Potential Travellers
We had no negative issues at all. The one restaurant in the town, family run, is also highly recommended for lunch on your arrival day, try the Latte Mozzarella Cheese, handmade 200 metres away!
Phillip
Lorenc and Dina are great guides. Saw beautiful country and many sites
Thoughts on Group Leader
Great
A great trip (Just mind the stairs!)
A delightful way to explore the Amalfi Coast–blending regular hiking (especially the Path of the Gods) with cultural/natural highlights (Pompei, Ravello, Vesuvius).
Most Inspirational Moment
Looking down into Vesuvius' crater.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Roberta was a delight. Perpetually cheerful, knowledgeable and happy to share what she knows, well organized, attentive to people's individual needs. She was instrumental in organizing the day-off trip to Herculaneum. After she heard about the van driver's mistakes that lead to dropping us off in the wrong place causing us to lose precious time at the site, she apologized for the screw-up (though it wasn't her fault) and arranged refunds for some of the money we shelled out for trip. Not having her present on the free day illustrated how much we relied on her taking care of myriad details behind the scenes.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Every hiking trip has its challenging ascents/descents. The walk down the mountain to Amalfi is this trip's challenge--because of the 2,000 stairs. Even if you're fit, this atypical descent can place stress on your legs/feet. By all means, use poles. (The hotel actually has some available.)
Great leader,great group.
I think everyone really enjoyed exploring Sardinia.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Tony did a wonderful job.
Advice for Potential Travellers
If you like hiking and excellent Italian food, try Sardinia.
Incredible
You take a big gamble on both weather and wildlife viewings on this trip but we were incredibly lucky with both. The scenery and polar bear sightings were out of this world. If you are willing to take a risk on both of these factors then this trip is an absolute must.
Most Inspirational Moment
Too many moments to nail just one down
Thoughts on Group Leader
There were many guides and staff on the boat, all of whom were absolutely outstanding.
Advice for Potential Travellers
You really are at the mercy of the weather so you need to be prepared for some rough days and the conditions change rapidly. Layers are the way forward!
Truly amazing
A fantastic country, with open and welcoming people who are delighted to see European tourists, incredible sights and inspiring interiors
Most Inspirational Moment
The interior of the Amur Timur mausoleum, a true wow moment…or arriving in Khiva to feel we were really on the Silk Road…no, the Registan or, or… in other words, the whole holiday
Thoughts on Group Leader
Takhir handled the usual “mixed” personalities with diplomacy and care. His telling of the stories behind the sites demonstrated his passion for history
Advice for Potential Travellers
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A Belter of a Trip!
First, a couple of days in Porto before the trip – what a fantastic city! Great energy, diverse people and buildings, fascinating and quirky places – and brilliant music, food, shops and markets!
The riding was gentle, with so many changing views of the Atlantic, sandy beaches, rolling fields, cliffs, woodlands and grassy swamps. Someone once likened cycling as being like a meditation – I definitely was there!
And cycling with such a bunch of lovely people was a joy – despite our varied backgrounds from so many different locations, there was a commonality in our outlook and spirit and humour – we made some great friendships and had such fun!
But it all worked so well due to three amazing group leaders – Armando, Ines and Marianna. Due to them, everything was so well organised – daily briefings, food snacks in beautiful locations, full scale lunches with amazing salads, lots of chats, gentle banter and laughter!
Lisbon was beautiful, we should have had longer – but then we have another excuse to revisit this wonderful country!
All in all, it was a Belter of a Trip!
Most Inspirational Moment
After a morning of cycling, we all sat by the lake (Lagoa da Ervedeira), eating our snack (prepared by the team) - watching the gentle waters of this beautiful inland lake, listening to the birds, absorbing the scene - such a huge sky!
Thoughts on Group Leader
Armando was a lovely guy. He was very well organised, an amazingly good communicator, incredibly knowledgeable and great fun. But he led a team which was also very impressive. They each had their jobs and responsibilities and they really did work as a team. But one of the most impressive things is that they all were so passionate about their country and about the importance of sustainability and of supporting their different communities - such lovely young and energetic people!
Advice for Potential Travellers
I had an ebike - which was great. But don't forget to take your silicon seat cover!
Excellent experience
The authenticity of this trip is amazing. Very cultural and very beautiful.
Most Inspirational Moment
Everyday had something exceptional
Thoughts on Group Leader
Fantastic
Advice for Potential Travellers
Book this trip - it is a great experience
Lots to see
An interesting and varied look around the Baltic countries.
Most Inspirational Moment
I had several inspiring moments including seeing the art nouveau buildings in Riga, climbing the tower of the medieval castle in Cesis with a candle lit lantern and visiting the stunning Rundale Palace, which was beautiful and a must-see.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Our group leader, Migle, was great. She was knowledgeable, with a great sense of humour and made herself available to all of us. Some of us wanted to visit a traditional folk festival that was taking place in Vilnius and she took us there so we wouldn't get lost, which was a great help.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Wear comfortable and sensible shoes for walking on cobblestones and pavements in the towns! Also, bring insect repellent as we came across mosquitos in several places.