Most Inspirational Moment
Biking through the ancient walls.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Fantastic!!
Advice for Potential Travellers
The first 2 days of biking are challenging.
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Fabulous vacation
Our group of 8 friends from various places in the US thoroughly enjoyed our trip. Marko, our guide, was organized, funny, well-informed, energetic and thoughtful. He kept track of our group, narrated every experience and took us to the best spots.
Sicilian Volcanoes
I went specifically for the volcanoes to Sicily and I’m certainly not disappointed. It truly was an amazing trip. I recommend this trip to everyone!
Most Inspirational Moment
There is no guarantee that you will see a volcanic eruption, but we were very lucky. We saw the Etna erupting. Alessandro took us on an extra evening hike because he knew she was erupting. For me it was the best night of the entire trip.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Our guide, Alessandro Vianni is a great guy. He was very enthusiastic about HIS islands. He knew and told us so much about the history, geology and of course his passion with volcanoes.
Monts and marvels
Our week in Tuscany offered challenge, adventure, good company and the opportunity to experience a hidden Tuscany, completely in contrast to the tourist hot spots of Florence, Pisa and Siena. The walking was fantastic, in great part due to the outstanding guide. The Garfagnana mountains are a walkers’ dream; gorgeous trails, stunning scenery and the satisfaction of a 360 degree view on reaching the summit.
Most Inspirational Moment
On the fifth day we descended via a high meadow, contouring along a narrow trail through a swathe of beautiful Spring flowers. To our left was the view down valley; ahead was the Apennine range. People in the group were chatting about the highlights of the day: the climb through the beech woods, the scramble up the the summit, but for me the highlight was in the moment.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Sara was an outstanding leader. She was always prepared, always informative, always ready to make an extra effort to ensure that every member of the group got the most from their week.
Advice for Potential Travellers
The week involves walking in mountain country for up to six hours a day, and the routes do in places require a head for heights. Sara will look after your safety at every point, but you should have a reasonable level of fitness. Also - do not be misled by the destination. It may be a Mediterranean holiday but you are in the mountains and it can and does rain. Admittedly not as often as it does in the UK.
Such an incredible trip!
This really was such an amazing 2 weeks and felt like 3 completely different mini adventures rolled into one!
Most Inspirational Moment
Too many to mention! Seeing a sloth in a tree at our lodge in the Amazon. Reaching the top of Dead Womans pass on Day 2 of the Inca trail. We were all exhausted, excited and emotional! Also reaching the Sun Gate together and finding out a member of our group had thought ahead and brought a mini bottle of pisco in their day pack so we could all toast Machu Picchu together to celebrate! Also the Titicaca homestay was a brilliant experience, our family was so wonderfully welcoming and it was brilliant to have a party with them in the evening with a local band, dressed up in their traditional clothing!
Thoughts on Group Leader
Flamenia was very professional, knowledgeable and really looked after us. We must have asked her every question under the sun but she was always so friendly and smiley!
Advice for Potential Travellers
Do not throw away your insect repellent after the Amazon, you will still need it for the Inca trail. It gets really cold in the evening on the Inca trail, if you take metal water bottles with you with covers on, ask your leader to fill them up with hot water before you go to bed so you can use them as hot water bottles. You'll also have your drinking water ready for the following day! Wear two pairs of socks when hiking, it really helped to prevent blisters.
Cycling in Albania
An excellent trip which exceeded expectations. The trip seeks out some of the more spectacular scenery that the country has to offer. The hire bikes were excellent, 30 speed, front suspension and disc brakes, necessary to cope with the sometimes poor surfaces. Arm
Most Inspirational Moment
None, it was a joy from start to finish.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Armand and Junid were a great team, their enthusiasm and helpfulness never flagging.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Do it, you won't be disappointed! Get some cycling in before you go as some days are quite demanding, but you always as much time as you like to get to your destination.
Fantastic!
This is a fantastic trip and it definitely exceeded my expectations! The scenery was beautiful and varied, the food was really delicious and so fresh! The cycling was perfect, a good mix of some more relaxed days with a couple of more challenging days and climbs. The people are super friendly and the guides were very helpful!
Most Inspirational Moment
Completing the long climb on the last day overlooking the beautiful Albanian coastline!
Thoughts on Group Leader
Excellent guides, very knowledgeable, helpful and well organised.
a joyous trip to Jordan!
an amazing trip in Jordan with so much to take in and yet never once did I feel rushed. I would recommend this trip to anyone looking to get a feel of Jordan
Most Inspirational Moment
walking up the many steps to get to the peak to view the Monastery in Petra - breathtaking! it was made all the more worthwhile because of the effort it took to climb up to the viewing point.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Ala was fantastic! He fielded every question with immense knowledge and entertained every random request from the group.
Advice for Potential Travellers
when dining out, order either a mezze OR a main and not both as it's way too much food otherwise!
Sun, Sites & Greek salads
With Yiannis guiding and Angelos supporting the trip was definitely one of my favourites. The cycling was at a steady pace with plenty of breaks and although there were a few hills they were not too extreme. This trip allows you to see many archaeological sites over the week whilst also seeing the stunning Greek scenery. Obviously a week’s cycling needs to be rewarded and that is definitely achieved with the great food, drink & company.
Most Inspirational Moment
Cycling Sunday morning through the streets of Athens so seeing the sights without too many other tourists around. The many kilometres of cycling along the coast looking out to the Aegian sea. The great amphitheatre at Epidaurus.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Yiannis did a great job of keeping the briefings short in the evening but still informative. He was obviously passionate about Greece and wanted to pass that passion on. As someone who knew little about Greek mythology the stories that he and Angelos told have given me an insight. Yiannis & Angelos did a fantastic job of keeping us fed, watered & our bikes in working order.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Even in May it is already relatively warm (high 20s) but the regular breaks meant that this was manageable.
Turkish delight
It was a good trip – pleasant Turkish town and walks that were enjoyable without being too demanding. Hotel was fairly spartan but the staff were both friendly and helpful (as were the Exodus tour guides). I didn’t have a problem with the hotel apart from the mosque being close by and having my sleep disturbed by the calling to prayer.
Most Inspirational Moment
I really enjoyed the kayaking.
Thoughts on Group Leader
"Too Good" as we called him was friendly and helpful.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Take some ear plugs (unless you like the sound of being called to prayer pre-5am) and don't allow yourself to be distracted by an attractive woman blowing hot and cold (i.e. concentrate on the walking if you can).
Cycling in Albania
When you told friends you were going to Albania you got some puzzled looks but this exceeded all expectations!
Albania can have a negative image in some people’s minds but nothing about this trip would re-enforce that view. The landscapes are stunning, the people a delight, the food so natural and healthy I might even have lost weight and the cycling and companionship was first class. There is cycling to challenge and overall I would rate this as a 4 not 3 Moderate. This last day, if you ride it all, would rate more like a 6. The cultural aspects blend well with the cycling and there is a very good mix of places to visit. The trip notes describe the whole trip very well.
Most Inspirational Moment
Great country, exhilarating cycling and wonderful people. Just being there with an exceptional group of people.
Thoughts on Group Leader
The guys Armand and Junid are excellent, mixing well with the group, great job guys.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Food and drink are very cheap, only needed £130 converting to cover the whole week with a couple of souvenirs thrown in. Felt very safe, there was never a mention of needing to be careful about valuables etc. Bikes were often left un-secured overnight.