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Porto to Lisbon Atlantic Ride

Porto to Lisbon Atlantic Ride Trip Notes

  • Ways to Travel: Guided Group, Private Group Adventures
  • Destination: Portugal
  • Programmes: Cycling
  • Activity Level:

    2 out of 7 - Leisurely / Moderate

  • 8 Days: Flight Inclusive
  • 8 Days: Land Only
  • Ages: 16+
  • Trip Code: MEO
  • Carbon Footprint: 14kg CO2e

Trip Overview

Follow scenic forest and ocean-side paths as you cycle the Atlantic coast of Portugal

Blessed with sun-kissed beaches, colourful fishing villages, and scenic routes, the Atlantic coast of Portugal offers fantastic cycling holiday opportunities. This tour starts in Porto, a Unesco World Heritage city, and the itinerary follows relatively easy flat or rolling cycling trails through a variety of landscapes and along the stunning coastline, with stops in different villages and towns for a full immersion in the relaxed Portuguese way of life. Highlights include a scenic ride through the dunes of the São Jacinto Natural Reserve and an overnight stay in the picture-perfect fortified village of Óbidos. After a week of cycling along some of the best coastline in Portugal, enjoy the delights of Lisbon, one of the most charming capital cities in the world.

Did you know you can travel by train to this trip? Find out more here

Porto to Lisbon Atlantic Ride

Join us to celebrate Exodus’ 50th anniversary! The departure starting in Porto on 16 June 2024 features extra inclusions to mark the occasion: an extra wine tasting, a local birthday celebration and a special edition Exodus kitbag.

At a Glance

  • Seven nights four-star hotels
  • Eight days
  • Five days cycling with partial vehicle support (limited seats)
  • Group normally 6 to 16, plus leader. Minimum age: 16
  • 90 percent paved roads and cycle paths, 10 percent unpaved trails
  • A mix of flat riding and some hills throughout
  • E-bikes available for an additional cost
  • Easily combine this trip with our Lisbon to Algarve Ride
  • Option to travel by train to your adventure

Highlights

  • Discover Porto and Lisbon, two of the most charming cities in Europe
  • Cycle through pine forests and along coastal routes
  • Explore the medieval white-washed town of Óbidos

Is This Trip for You?

This trip is classified as Road; Activity Level 2 (Leisurely/Moderate). Please see our Activity Level Guidelines for more information on classification and grading. If you have any queries about the difficulty of the trip please do not hesitate to call us.

Average daily distance is 34mi (55km); number of days cycling is five. We use mainly cycle paths and quiet roads where possible. Occasionally we will cross or ride along some busier roads. The first three rides are shorter, mainly flat and easy and on Day 4 the ride is longer and ends with a moderately challenging hill. The ride on Day 6 has the most ascent as the terrain changes, but the pace will be slow, and with plenty of coffee and cake stops.

A support vehicle (with limited seats) will follow the group for approximately 25 percent of the cycling (at points known to be more challenging). For the rest of the time, the support driver will undertake other tasks to ensure the group’s comfort and safety, for example, delivering luggage to the next hotel prior to the group’s arrival.

The trip requires a good level of fitness as some of the rides are on rolling routes with occasional steep ascents for up to 2.5mi (4km). The maximum ascent is 1,640ft (500m) on Day 6 (the final cycling day). We strongly encourage you to request an electric bike prior to departure (available for a supplement) if you have limited cycling experience. This would improve your experience and ensure the trip is led at a comfortable pace for everyone in the group.

Group

The group will generally be between 6 and 16 people. There will be a local cycling leader and an assistant leader driving the support vehicle.

Adult min age: 16

Min group size: 6

Max group size: 16

Itinerary

Porto to Lisbon Atlantic Ride map

Land Only

  • Start City: Porto
  • End City: Lisbon

Land Only Itinerary

Day 1
Start Porto; afternoon orientation tour and guided wine tasting at a port wine cellar

Depending on the time of your arrival in Porto, your leader will arrange a short orientation tour in the historic centre. Porto is a Unesco World Heritage city and a real historic jewel with more than 150 listed monuments. There is plenty to see and for this reason we recommend travelling a day earlier if you are interested in exploring more of the vibrant centre. Before dinner, we will enjoy a guided visit and wine tasting at a traditional port wine cellar. Overnight in Porto.

Accommodation: Neya Hotels Porto (or similar)

Day 2
Gentle coastal ride to historic Ovar via the lively seaside town of Furadouro

This morning we leave the city bustle behind and immerse ourselves in the more peaceful atmosphere of the Atlantic shore. Starting from Porto, we ride along the Douro River until its estuary. We then follow the coast, mostly on cycling paths, enjoying inspiring views of beautiful sandy beaches along the way. During this ride there will be opportunities to stop for drinks or snacks in traditional Portuguese cafes, right by the Atlantic Ocean. After following a cycling path that crosses a pine tree forest, we reach lively Furadouro, a seaside town renowned for excellent fish. Enjoy free time for a swim (seasonal), before riding to historic Ovar. The pretty town is best-known for the glazed tiles known as azulejos, which adorn many of the local houses in the old part of the town. Overnight in Ovar.

Route: After leaving Porto, mostly flat riding along cycle paths until Furadouro region, then short ride to Ovar with slight climb. Terrain: 80% paved cycle paths, 20% paved roads.

Distance covered: 30mi (48km)

Ascent: 525ft (160m)

Meals included: Breakfast

Day 3
Cycle to Mira via the protected natural reserve of the São Jacinto dunes; en route visit to the pretty coastal town of Costa Nova

Today’s ride follows the Aveiro lagoon and the nature reserve of São Jacinto, one of Europe’s last remaining untouched coastal marshland and habitat of numerous bird species. We pedal through a scenery of sandy beaches, marshland and rolling dunes peppered with grasses and creepers. This is home to a plethora of birds, insects, small animals and unusual flowers and plants. After a short transfer by ferry, we leave the lagoon and continue cycling to the small town of Costa Nova, a picturesque village characterised by multi-coloured striped houses. Our ride ends in the seaside town of Mira, known for its long beach rated as one of the best in Portugal. Overnight in Mira.

Route: Flat day starting with cycling to São Jacinto, ferry crossing from São Jacinto to Aveiro. Slight climb for bridge crossing, continue flat to Mira. Terrain: 65% paved cycle paths, including 0.6mi (1km) of dirt road, 35% paved roads.

Distance covered: 35mi (57km)

Ascent: 571ft (174m)

Meals included: Breakfast

Day 4
Follow the Portuguese Silver Coast and ride to Figueira da Foz

Today’s ride takes us through one of the biggest dune systems in the area covered in pine tree forest. The route is mainly flat or rolling and the roads are peaceful making the cycling very pleasant. There is a final short but relatively steep climb up the beautiful Serra da Boa Viagem before reaching the lively town of Figueira da Foz. The rest of the day is free to explore the town of Figueira da Foz and its extensive beach nicknamed Rainha das Praias (Queen of Beaches). There are lots of lovely cafes and bars in which you can enjoy a pre-dinner drink, and some excellent restaurants. Overnight in Figueira da Foz.

Route: Mostly flat ride along cycle paths and secondary roads to Quiaios, short, steep climb to Serra da Boa Viagem. Descent and flat ride to Figueira da Foz. Terrain: 55% paved cycle paths, including 2mi (3km) of dirt road, 45% paved roads.

Distance covered: 37mi (60km)

Ascent: 1,135ft (346m)

Meals included: Breakfast

Day 5
Forest and coastal ride to the village of São Pedro de Moel; free time to relax by the beach or explore the town

Today we enter the Portuguese Silver Coast and ride a cycleway that follows the Estrada Atlântica (Atlantic Road). We’ll be riding mainly through pastoral land and the remains of vast pine forest, the Pinhal de Leiria (Leiria Pine Forest), which was originally planted in the 15th century to provide timber for the construction of the Portuguese shipbuilding industry during the Portuguese Discoveries. Unfortunately, vast areas of the forest were destroyed in 2017 by one of the fiercest forest fires in a century. Little more than 3,700 acres (1,500ha) remain from a total of 27,200 acres (11,000ha). Although maritime pine is considered a fast-growing tree, it will take many more years for the forest to regenerate. Exodus is supporting the regeneration of the forests, working with local schools and communities to replant trees.

On our exit from the forest, we take a coastal route in the afternoon to reach the picturesque town of São Pedro de Moel and enjoy time to relax at the beach or at the comfortable hotel with a sea view. Overnight in São Pedro do Moel.

Route: Undulating ride on backroads to the Atlantic Road Cyclepath. Continue along the undulating route to São Pedro de Moel on the cycle path. Terrain: 70% paved cycle paths, 30% paved roads.

Distance covered: 40mi (65km)

Ascent: 1,496ft (456m)

Meals included: Breakfast

Day 6
Cycle to Nazaré, where some of the highest waves in the world are recorded annually; pedal to Óbidos, a stunning fortified medieval village

This morning you can opt to either transfer or cycle (adding approximately 12mi/20km to today’s ride) to Nazaré, one of the most famous fishing towns in Portugal. Here fisherwomen still wear seven colourful layers of skirts, as well as wooden clogs and a traditional black headscarf. There will be the opportunity to enjoy some spectacular ocean views from the popular panoramic terrace. It was in Nazaré’s Praia Norte that the world record for the largest wave ever surfed was set, an estimated 86ft (26.2m) high. From Nazaré we ride all the way to Óbidos, a small fortified town, which resembles a medieval film set. It has been carefully preserved by its inhabitants who take real pride in maintaining the architectural image of the village characterised by narrow winding streets and white-washed houses. Overnight in Óbidos.

Route: Undulating ride to Sítio da Nazaré followed by a descent to Nazaré beach; after lunch a series of short, steep climbs followed by similar descents before arriving at Óbidos. Terrain: 60% paved cycle paths, 30% paved roads.

Distance covered: 28mi (45km)

Ascent: 1,640ft (500m)

Meals included: Breakfast

Day 7
Morning in Óbidos; Private transfer to Lisbon and guided walk of historic centre

The morning is free for further exploration of Óbidos and try not to leave town without trying the famous drink from the region, ginjinha, a sour cherry liqueur served in a small edible chocolate cup. After lunch we transfer (approximately one hour) to the great capital city of Lisbon; here we enjoy an orientation walk through the historic centre observing its beautiful architecture before the groups farewell dinner. Why not find a location after dinner to sample the traditional Fado music made famous from Lisbon. Overnight in Lisbon.

Meals included: Breakfast

Day 8
End Lisbon

This morning marks the final breakfast of the adventure; an excellent opportunity to reflect on some of the many wonderful experiences you’ve enjoyed during this cycling holiday in Portugal. If you’ve still got the appetite for a bit more exploration, speak to your sales representative to book further nights in our Lisbon hotel and discover this culturally rich capital a little more.

Meals included: Breakfast

Accommodation

Four-star hotels, on the coast or in the city

Neya Hotel, Porto

We use a selection of four-star hotels. All are high quality and individual and have been selected for their location, comfort and character. Some have a swimming pool or are located directly on the coast with exceptional sea views.

Examples of hotels used:

Porto: Neya Hotel (night 1)

On the banks of the Douro, this four-star hotel used to be a convent and many original features have been preserved. The Skybar provides wonderful views over the river and city.

Ovar: Aqua Hotel (night 2)

A four-star centrally located in the historic town.

Praia de Mira: Maçarico Beach Hotel (night 3)

A four-star property with a contemporary design and excellent rooftop pool.

Figueira da Foz: Universal Boutique Hotel (night 4)

A four-star hotel that’s just one block from the beach, or EXE Wellington, a four-star hotel that reflects the town’s maritime heritage throughout.

São Pedro do Moel: Mar & Sol Hotel (night 5)

A four-star hotel with a seafront location, modern style, spa, and rooftop deck.

Óbidos: Josefa D’Óbidos Hotel or The Literary Man (night 6)

The Josefa D’Óbidos Hotel is a boutique four-star property with elegant, well-designed rooms and only a couple minutes walk to the walled old town of Óbidos.

A four-star, unique literary hotel and the biggest in the world of its kind. A former convent converted into a hotel in 1965 with traditional decoration and an eco and modern style. It has a gin bar and a lounge with an antique fireplace.

Lisbon: Marquês de Pombal (night 7)

With an unrivalled location on the central Avenida da Liberdade, this four-star hotel has a gym and spa facilities. Alternatively, we stay at Olissippo Saldanha, a four-star hotel with a central location, spacious rooms, and facilities including a bar and restaurant.

Worth knowing

  • Hotels might change on certain departures. For more up-to-date information about the hotels used, please contact our customer operations team closer to your travel date.

Single supplement from £ 330

Food & Drink

All breakfasts and one wine tasting included.

A typical hotel breakfast consists of toast/bread with jam, or honey, cheese and ham, served with coffee, tea, milk, orange juice, fruit, cake and yoghurt. Eggs are usually available and there are frequently other cooked options; the breakfasts on this trip are always plentiful and perfect to set us up for a day of cycling.

Portuguese people are very proud of their cuisine, and the deliciously fresh seafood is a real highlight. You will find fresh fish on most menus, usually sardines, sea bream, hake, sea bass and sole, cooked in a variety of ways.

Bacalhau (cured codfish) is a national dish although it can vary depending on the region – there are up to 365 recipes to cook it. Caldo verde (green soup) is made with potatoes, olive oil and salt, sometimes with garlic and onion, and is typical in the northern region of Portugal.

For meat lovers, the barrosã meat (steak) is often served grilled and roasted just to its naturally delicious flavour. Francesinha is an iconic dish originating from Porto and involves layers of different meats (usually beef, ham, grilled pork, linguiça [smoke-cured pork sausage] and sausage), between two slices of bread, covered by melted cheese and immersed in a spicy beer and tomato sauce, often topped with a fried egg and surrounded by chips. It is not for the faint-hearted.

To drink you will find plenty of the local Sagres and Superbock beer. Vinho verde is available from the supermarket and directly from the producers. It is a young, medium-strength white wine with an almost carbonated quality. Port needs no introduction and a glass (or two) of the fortified wine will generally follow a hearty Portuguese meal.

There are an incredible amount of different desserts available and if you have a sweet tooth it will be possible to try a different one each day! Local favourites include bolo de bolacha (cookie cake), leite creme (cream eggs and sugar), pao de lo (sponge cake made with lots of eggs), arroz doce (a traditional rice pudding) and of course, pastel de nata, which you will find at most cafes on your route.

Transport

Transfers to and from the airport will be by private vehicle (normally minibus). While cycling the vehicle will carry your baggage and be on hand with assistance or if you choose to ‘sit out’ a section of the ride (seats are limited). A guide cycles with the group.

Weather & Seasonality

Porto and Lisbon have a temperate maritime climate with a strong Mediterranean influence. The climate here is long, warm summers and mild winters, with most rain falling in the winter months, but possible in all other months. Seasons are marked, with pleasant temperatures in the spring, in the summer, and in the autumn. Heatwaves can push up temperatures between mid-June and September.

Coastal areas of Portugal can be known to be quite windy, but we are fortunate that this tends to be from north to south; which gives us an extra push while cycling.

Joining Instructions

Key information

Start hotel: Neya Hotels Porto, R. de Monchique 35 a 41, 4050-394 Porto
Phone: +351 21 841 3051
Recommended arrival time: 2.30pm at the start hotel
Airport: Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport (OPO)

Getting to the start hotel

The start hotel is approximately 25 minutes’ drive from the airport. Your options for this journey are:

Take an Exodus transfer

Exodus provides one group arrival transfer from the airport, which is timed to coincide with the arrival of a chosen flight from London, UK. You may join this transfer at no extra cost, provided you can be at the airport before the transfer leaves. Speak to your sales representative for the group arrival transfer times or to arrange a private transfer.

Make your own way

You can reach the start hotel relatively easily by taxi. A cab from the airport costs €20-€30. For more information on joining this trip, please speak to your sales representative.

Catching your return flight

There’s a group departure transfer to Lisbon Airport (LIS) that’s scheduled to align with a flight to London, UK. Please speak to your sales representative if you wish to join. If the group departure transfer does not suit your flight time, speak to your sales representative to arrange an alternative transfer.

Full joining instructions including local emergency numbers will be sent to you as part of our Final Joining Instructions. If you do not receive these at least a week before departure, or require them earlier please contact our office or your travel agent.

Location start: Porto
Location end: Lisbon

What To Take

Essential Equipment

  • Waterproof jacket
  • Sunscreen and lip salve
  • Sunglasses/eye protection
  • Hat
  • Water bottle
  • Warm jumper or jacket for evenings
  • Small daysack
  • Energy snacks
  • Mosquito repellent

Optional Equipment

  • Swimwear
  • Beach towel

Equipment Hire

Included standard bike
The standard bike for this trip is a Trek Dual Sport 3.

We will take your height at the time of booking to reserve equipment. If you have a preferred bike size, please request when booking.

E-bike upgrade
Electric bikes are available on this trip; prices from £230/US$350/440 Canadian dollars. Speak to your sales representative for more information.

Bringing your own bike
If you’d prefer to bring your own bike, this is possible but there is no discount on this trip for bringing your own bike, due to the extra costs incurred transporting the bike box on departure as the support vehicle leaves the group on day 6. You will be responsible for any extra baggage charges; assembling and disassembling your bike; and bringing along spare parts and any tools specific to it. You should also ensure you have adequate insurance to cover loss, damage or theft. Please inform us in advance if you wish to bring your own bike.

Accessories and clothing

Bringing equipment from home
You’re welcome to bring your own equipment, such as SPD pedals or clipless pedals, your own saddle (excluding the seat post), or gel saddle cover for the hire bikes. Your leader will help you fit these when bikes are distributed.

Helmets
Helmets are mandatory for everyone on a guided Exodus cycling trip. You must bring your own as, following best safety practice, they are not available for hire.

Cycling clothing
For all cycling trips we recommend:

  • Padded cycling shorts: For destinations with more modest cultures, we also recommend loose ‘over-shorts’ for riding or rest stops
  • Eyewear: Either sunglasses or eye protection with clear lenses to protect the eyes while riding
  • Cycling gloves: Especially for riding off-road or on rugged surfaces
  • Cycling shoes: Cycling is more efficient with stiff-soled shoes. We don’t recommend open-toed shoes or sandals
  • Small close-fitting backpack or bum bag (fanny pack): To keep spare clothing or essential items to hand during the ride

Practical Information

Passport

Remember to check the expiration date of your passport if travelling internationally. Many countries require your passport to be valid for at least six months after the date of your scheduled return.

Visa

Portugal

Travellers from the UK, US and EU normally do not need a visa to enter Portugal. Please note, visa requirements often change and it is your responsibility to obtain any required visas for this trip. Therefore, we recommend that you check with the nearest embassy or consulate of your chosen destination(s), including any countries you may be transiting or transferring through.

Some local governments provide guidance on what visas their citizens need. To help, we’ve gathered a selection of useful links below.

• Australia: www.smartraveller.gov.au/destinations/europe/portugal
• Canada: www.travel.gc.ca/destinations/portugal
• United Kingdom: www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/portugal/entry-requirements
• USA:  www.travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Portugal.html

Vaccinations and Health

Portugal

There are no required vaccinations. However, you may want to consider vaccinations for tetanus and rabies. Please confirm with your doctor or travel clinic.

If you’re a UK citizen, please note that your UK-issued European Health Insurance Cards (EHIC) are still valid and offer the same cover as the Global Health Insurance Cards (GHIC) in the EU. This gives you medical care at a reduced cost, and in some cases for free, in many European countries, but should not be considered a substitute for adequate insurance. Once your EHIC has expired, replace it with a GHIC.

Local Time

Portugal's time zone: Europe/Lisbon (UTC +00:00)

Electricity

Portugal's electricity: Plug types C (two round pins, European standard) and F (two round pins) – 230V, 50Hz

Money

Portugal's currency: Euros (EUR)

ATM Availability

ATMs are available in most of the towns we visit, although you may also like to take some euros with you to facilitate the first few days of your trip. Cash is usually preferred in small restaurants, cafes, and shops.

Extra Expenses & Spending Money

Allow €20-€25 for lunch, excluding drinks (taken in a local cafe or picnic, depending on the cycling route and timings). Alternatively, you may choose to contribute €70 to an optional kitty that covers lunches on cycling days, 2 of them picnic, 3 pit stops and local tips. You will also need some extra cash for drinks or ice creams in cafes or bars during the day. Typically a beer will cost around €2 and a coffee will cost around €1 and a reasonable bottle of wine at dinner about €15. The average price for dinner is also very reasonable and ranges from €25-€35, excluding drinks, depending on the level of restaurant chosen.

Please note there is a local tourist tax in the areas of Porto (€2pp), Lisbon (€2pp), Figueira da Foz (€2pp) and Óbidos (€1pp) paid locally at the hotel.

Tipping

Our local staff are paid well and fairly for their work with Exodus, however, most of our clients wish to give a tip to their guides and in appreciation of their help and friendliness. This, of course, is in no way compulsory and depends on the service received. If you feel you would like to leave a tip, as a guide we would suggest approximately €20 – €25 per guide.

People, Places & Planet

We work hard to create trips that have a positive impact on the people and places we visit and look after the planet we explore. Learn more about our sustainable travel ethos and practice here and find out about the work of the Exodus Travels Foundation here.

Some sustainable travel highlights of this trip include:

People

How this trip helps improve life for local communities.

  • Local guides keep you well informed about local traditions and cultural-social sensitivities.
  • This trip brings income and opportunity to the destination community through the inclusion of locally owned hotels, restaurants, and other enterprises, and by championing locally produced food wherever possible.
  • Read more about our other initiatives here.

Places

How this trip helps protect and conserve local landscapes and nature.

  • By travelling in a small group we ‘tread lightly’ to minimise our impact on local resources and the environment.
  • We work with our partners on the ground to proactively reduce waste; this includes eliminating all single-use plastic water bottles by providing refills for reusable bottles.
  • Reusable plates and cutlery are used on picnics.
  • We rewild 100 square metres per passenger to compensate for all trip and flight emissions.
  • Read about our commitment to nature protection and restoration here, including our rewilding commitment for every customer who travels with us.

Planet

How we seek to keep the carbon footprint of this trip low.

  • Accommodation and restaurants in the itinerary use locally sourced food which has not been transported long distances.
  • Our local partner supports the initiatives of “Montis”, the Association for Nature Management and Conservation. The goal of this association is to bring biodiversity value to the areas it manages.
  • Cycling trips like this have very little detrimental impact on the environment and the locals, as it is a quiet, low impact activity requiring comparatively few resources to support.
  • Read about our climate action here, including our carbon reduction and compensation commitments.

Tips for sustainable travel on this trip

  • Leave no trace: we do all we can to ensure we leave no rubbish in the wild and beautiful places we visit; we ask that you do the same. If there are no recycling facilities in-country, consider bringing recyclable materials home with you.
  • Plastic waste reduction: please bring a reusable water bottle on this trip, also consider avoiding single-use hotel toiletries, which generate a large amount of plastic waste.

Important Information

Water safety

This trip includes time by a lake, river or sea, where there may be opportunities to swim. You should always seek local advice before deciding whether to swim. Open-water or wild swim spots should be treated with extreme caution. Information on how to keep yourself safe while swimming is shown here.

Important Information

Your safe participation 

When booking this trip, you should be confident in your ability to participate in all activities described in these Trip Notes. If you have any doubt about your suitability, please call the Exodus office and ask to speak to one of the experts on this itinerary. 

Although our leaders are well trained to deal with different capabilities, if they have any concerns about someone’s ability to safely take part in an activity, or their impact on other people’s enjoyment, we authorise them to take necessary action which, in some circumstances, may involve asking someone to miss that activity. 

By booking this trip you agree to our Booking Conditions which clearly state that our leaders have the authority to do this. In these rare instances we will ensure anyone sitting out is safely provided for and offered alternative options where possible. Refunds will not be provided for activities missed and customers may be liable for additional costs incurred. 

How to Book

  1. Check availability: Go online to check availability, or contact us by phone or email.
  2. Secure your place: You can provisionally hold a place on this trip, usually for between three and seven days.
  3. Complete your booking and payment

When you’re ready to book, go to our website for online bookings, book over the phone or you can complete a booking form (available online or on request by calling us). We accept all major credit and debit cards, or you can pay be cheque.

After booking

You will receive your booking confirmation letter and invoice, which includes extra information and guidance about your travel arrangements.

Full joining instructions, including local emergency numbers and details of how to reach the start point, will be sent to you approximately two to three weeks prior to departure. If you do not receive these at least a week before departure, or require them earlier, please contact our office or your travel agent.

Trip Note validity

These Trip Notes are valid from the “Current as” date on page one. They will occasionally be updated after booking and before departure; if there are any updates that significantly impact the inclusions or itinerary, customers will be written to separately. They will also receive a link to the most up-to-date Trip Notes with their Final Joining Instructions before travelling.

The information in these Trip Notes is given in good faith. Where differences exist between the Trip Notes and our current brochure or website, the Trip Notes supersede the brochure and website. All holidays can be subject to unexpected changes; to enjoy them you should be prepared to be flexible where necessary. Occasionally, it may not be possible to follow the itinerary as planned. This may be for a variety of reasons – climatic, political, physical or other. In these circumstances we will make the best-possible alternative arrangements that maintain the integrity of the original itinerary.

Licensing

Exodus is fully licensed and bonded as a tour operator. We hold Air Traffic Organisers Licence (ATOL) number 2582, issued and bonded with the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA). We are also bonded to the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and we are members of the Federation of Tour Operators (FTO) and ABTA – The Travel Association. This means you can book your Exodus holiday with confidence, as all money paid to us for your trip is fully protected.