Reviews

Most Inspirational Moment

So many incredible moments: enjoying fresh, deep snow, blue skies and sunshine; trekking through woods and feeling on top of the world on the Durrekopf peak and Monte Piano with spectacular views across the Dolomites; the cosiness of the hotel and wellness centre and from a culinary point of view, the Adler breakfasts and the Strudel at the Alp Nemes Hutte were something else!

Thoughts on Group Leader

Our group leader Jef was brilliant. He was super organised and his evening briefings were thorough and clear. He was also hugely knowledgeable about the mountains and the nature. He was kind and considerate e.g. in helping with snow shoe and feet issues, but also 100% professional and I felt he had everything fully under control. He was probably one of the best Exodus guides I've been away with.

Advice for Potential Travellers

We did 50km over 4 days on snow shoes and spikes and part of the 12km treks we did involved fairly long ascents. The snow was also pretty deep in places so if you slipped off the track you might end up up to your thigh in fresh snow which was a lot of fun. I'm definitely not unfit but let's put it this way, with the altitude and trekking most of the day I slept really well. I would suggest a bit of uphill training wouldn't go amiss on this trip.

Most Inspirational Moment

Excellent guide, excellent and beautifully presented hotel - breakfast and dinner staff, delicious array of choices at breakfast, Tyrolean evening and welcome drinks, gorgeous sauna. Super comfortable beds.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Jef was excellent - professional, well prepared, calm, helpful and supportive. He's one of the best guides I've had at Exodus

Most Inspirational Moment

I reconnected with a wonderful guide from a previous trip. Neither of us had planned this. The gorgeous weather and challenging hikes with a final iconic hike on the last day made this trip special.

Thoughts on Group Leader

A renaissance man. Knew his guiding profession very well. Was well qualified to teach us about the flora and fauna of the area, also the history of the area. Artistically sensitive and empathetic. Optimistic, encouraging, positive and a great sense of humour. Was well organized and made every attempt to give us all the up to date details of the daily schedule and expectations. A really good guy who I would follow on any trip he guided anywhere in the world.

Most Inspirational Moment

The walks surpassed our expectation; the hotel's hospitality and facilities were excellent.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Outstanding from the moment he met us at the airport to the extra mile he went to make sure the week was such a success.

Most Inspirational Moment

Being upgraded to beautiful rooms. Outstanding menus each night. Amazing views and landscape of the Dolomites each day.

Thoughts on Group Leader

I was very impressed by the enthusiasm, encouragement and organisational skills and knowledge Jenny portrayed throughout the week and would join any of the future adventure holidays with her as leader.

Most Inspirational Moment

Location, Scenery, hotel, Jen our guide, other group members.

Thoughts on Group Leader

She was informative, knowledgeable, fun and very experienced in group dynamics. She joined us regularly in the evenings too and recommended places visit, travel tips, restaurants and shops etc.

Most Inspirational Moment

The group dynamic, the challenging hikes, the scenery, the accommodations, Jenny our group leader … honestly the trip could not have been more perfect!

Thoughts on Group Leader

Jenny was spectacular!! She “meshed” with group and provided very confident leadership and local knowledge!

Most Inspirational Moment

Thursday where we did the 700m ascent even if it did snow all day with minimal views - it still felt special. Breaking a path through new snow especially through the forests and off the main track was a great experience. As in my previous summer and winter trips visiting the area where the battle of the Dolomite took place is also special.

Thoughts on Group Leader

In addition to what I shared earlier it was clear that Jenny is an experienced mountain guide and this provided confidence that she would take decisions in the context of the local conditions. It was positive that she shared some of her experiences as knowing the person more leads to greater respect for her role as our guide. She took time to explain in an understandable way how to best use our poles and best technique to ascend and descend with our snow shoes - while I have snow shoe-ed befor

Most Inspirational Moment

Achieving the walks up the high peaks and lunch on the peak in the sunshine. Food at the hotel. Suggestion to visit the Lumen museum. Passion and inspiration from Jenny and the hotel staff. All were outstanding.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Knowledgeable, professional, passionate. Great balance of ensuring safety at all times but also fun. Went out of her way to speak to everyone to gain an idea of their interests, and experience. Incredible experience which she shared. Happy to help in any way. Good facilitation of group and communication with hotel staff.

Most Inspirational Moment

The walking was exceptional, each day was different and this developed as the week progressed. The last day at Pte Piana was a highlight both the walking and exploring the sites of the trenches on the top of the mountain. Jenny recommended various options for our day off and a group of us visited the Lumen museum, on a whiteout day, it was a memorable experience. Christmas Eve celebrations in the hotel were exceptional and really added to the trip.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Jenny is an excellent leader, she is very knowledgeable and skilled and imparts confidence in her group. I particularly gained a lot from Jenny. She has a great can do attitude, she is roughly the same age and size as me and this gave me huge confidence to try things and also in my ability. Jim agrees with my comments.