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4.7 out of 5

Jack Gamble

Reviewed May 2024

Just so so fantastic!

What a brilliant trip! The group were so friendly and go on so well! Jenny, our leader, was brilliant and the hotel was just idyllic… couldn’t recommend it enough!

Most Inspirational Moment

Climbing to the peak opposite the Tre Cime di Lavaredo was particularly impressive! We had uninterrupted views and the weather was beautiful!

Thoughts on Group Leader

Jenny was the best! She was so passionate about everything, and had some great tips and advice about snowshoeing and the destination!

Advice for Potential Travellers

Layer up! When the sun is out, it can be really hot! but towards the end of the day or when the sun disappears it can get really cold, so make sure you have enough layers!

Sharon Ruschkowski

Reviewed May 2024

Excellent hiking and cultural trip

The trip was well planned out and provided a good mix of hiking and visiting Italian cultural places.

Most Inspirational Moment

Visiting Venice and seeing St. Mark's palace and square.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Vania de Paoli - She was excellent - well organized, fun and accommodating to every level.

Advice for Potential Travellers

The level indicated was leisurely/moderate. I would go with moderate, as the hiking was fairly intense.

Sharon Livermore

Reviewed May 2024

Amazing Sri Lanka

Amazing places, scenery, people and activities

Most Inspirational Moment

Climbing Lion Rock and the amazing sunsets

Thoughts on Group Leader

Roshan was incredibly knowledgeable with a great sense of fun

Advice for Potential Travellers

Be prepared for tge heat and humidity. Also be aware that Worlds End may not be possible if there is low cloud and it is wet. An alternative will be given and the alternative will mean that you will see/pass through Ella Gap during daylight hours

Anita Wainwright

Reviewed May 2024

All Iconic Sights covered.

This was the first trip of its kind travelling around China with Exodus. It covered all the iconic sights and we used every mode of transport. There were some incredible sights and experiences which could only be done with an experienced local leader and a small group. There were just eight of us.

Most Inspirational Moment

The Great Wall of China.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Jerry was superb. He was extremely knowledgeable. He looked after our group very well, helping us to get the most experiences possible on our trip.

Advice for Potential Travellers

There is a great deal of walking involved. We averaged 20 thousand steps per day. A good level of fitness is needed to thoroughly enjoy the full itinerary. It was warmer than expected, so pack lightly and layer up if needed. The optional shows are a must for the full experience of China. The food was outstanding and inexpensive with lots of choice.

Alison J Walsh

Reviewed May 2024

Good

As mentioned in other reviews some of the walks are a bit challenging – mainly on the descent – this was our first walking holiday and after the first day had concerns about if we could stay the course . We did – and whilst still challenging we did enjoy it . Many thanks to our group leader Roberta who kept us safe and informed throughout and maintained a sense of humour even in the face of group moaning ! Hotel is good in respect of all staff who are lovely and service which is great – drinks reasonably priced and cocktails good . Cleanliness and cleaning also excellent . Food was sometimes excellent and sometimes a bit monotonous – especially breakfast . Our room wasn’t brilliant – too small – no drawers and particularly difficult on wet day with nowhere to hang anything to dry out . Other rooms much better . Our group mix was excellent a highlight of the holiday . Overall a good trip with just a few niggly bits

Most Inspirational Moment

Visit to Pompeii . The views on all the walks . The Group :)

Thoughts on Group Leader

Roberta

Advice for Potential Travellers

Check room allocation /facilities before you go

Gillian Merritt

Reviewed May 2024

highlights of ancient Greece

A trip to major sites and a good chance to cover quite a bit of the country and appreciate its natural beauty

Most Inspirational Moment

Too difficult to choose. seeing the Acropolis lit up at night? walking underneath the Lion Gate at Mycenae? The scale of Messene? the rock formations of Meteora?

Thoughts on Group Leader

I can't praise her highly enough . Often there are separate specialists for each place but Stephania knew eveything about everywhere. She was a walking encyclopaedia. Not only that, she had a lovely manner , was friendly , approachable and arranged a group meal every night if we wanted it . This was perfect for me because as a single traveller i was slightly worried about being left on my own.

Advice for Potential Travellers

you have to have an interest in the subect matter . I had studied prehistory and archaeology at university and had originally booked this trip in April 2020 so it was something I had longed to do.

Bart Haag

Reviewed May 2024

Amazing trip to Morocco!!

When we agreed to this trip, I was nervous to say the least. Our guide Lahcen and the people of Morocco immediately put all of that to ease. We had an amazing trip. Lahcen and our other tour guides taught us about the culture, history, Islam faith and community of Morocco. It was unbelievable. I’d also be remiss not to mention Abdul, our driver. The care he took in getting us from destination to destination was awesome!!

Most Inspirational Moment

Visiting Lahcen’s home near Marrakesh and visiting his village, Imlil, in the High Atlas Mountains were very inspiring. While visiting Lahcen’s communities we learned how special his family and community are to him and saw firsthand the community coming together in support of a villager, his family, and the rest of the community that passed away during our visit.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Lahcen was amazing!!! His patience, love for Morocco and appreciation of our group were spectacular!!

Advice for Potential Travellers

Be prepared for long bus rides. Going from Casablanca to the High Atlas Mountains/Marrakesh, and everything in between requires a lot of drive time. It’s so worth it though. We saw ancient Roman ruins and other UNESCO World Heritage sites, stayed in Riad’s across Morocco, visited markets in each city/location, learned so much about the Moroccan people, and rode camels in the Sahara Desert. Wow!!!

Giles HOOK

Reviewed May 2024

Absolutely fantastic!

This really was a wonderful trip. So much packed into just one week – you’ll see all the main sights and more: Jerash – incredible; Petra – stunning; Wadi Rum – breathtaking. Make sure you opt for the meal with the local family in Wadi Musa; that for me was one of the highlights of the trip.

Most Inspirational Moment

Too many to just pick one out. Every day brought new sights and experiences.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Our group was fortunate to have Ahmad as the Group Leader. We could not have asked for a better guide to take us through Jordan. Friendly, knowledgeable, professional and with a great sense of humour - a true ambassador for the wonderful country of Jordan.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Go with an open mind and go with the flow. On a trip like this, sometimes you just can't stick to the itinerary. For example, our group were visiting Madaba and the King of Jordan rocked up (yes, really), meaning that we couldn't visit two of the planned sights that particular day. But Ahmad, our brilliant guide, managed to take the group to one alternative venue that day and then squeezed in Mount Nebo on our penultimate day at the Dead Sea. Flexibility is key.

Heidi Fisher

Reviewed May 2024

Amazing Morocco

I went into this trip with very little knowledge of what to expect. I am leaving Morocco with a true appreciation of the people, the culture, the landscape and the history. The trip was very well curated and we were extremely well taken care of throughout the entire experience. Our guide, Lahcen, was incredible; he shared so much of himself, his humor, his culture and was very willing to answer anything we asked about politics, religion or history. The guides in each city/town were also very informative and insightful.

Most Inspirational Moment

There were many, but I think what resonates the most was being in Imlil and in the village where Lachlan grew up. Listening to him talk with such pride about this community and then seeing the village and meeting the people was amazing. The warmth, the kindness, the support they have for one another. It was an honor, especially to be there as a member of the community passed away and to be witness to them all come together. Again, Lahcen was very generous as he explained this very important burial custom to us all in the midst of his own personal connection.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Patient, humorous and very attentive. He managed us all very well and took care of us to ensure we felt safe and everyone had what they needed. It would not have been the same trip or experience without Lahcen.

Advice for Potential Travellers

It is a lot of time traveling, so be prepared for that, but worth it to see as much of Morocco and have the vast experience of the country.

Kerry Conway

Reviewed May 2024

Wonderful Travels thru Morocco

This was a very comprehensive trip. We saw the cities, the villages and the Sahara. We went through the markets with a local guide shopping for our food for our cooking class. “Glamping” in the Sahara and riding camels was fabulous. Every local guide that we had at each stop was so informative as they explained what life was like in these villages throughout history and today.

Most Inspirational Moment

The most inspiring moment for me was being able to go to Imlil, in the high Atlas Mountains. The village where our guide Lahcen grew up and still has a home. We were in his village when we heard what was a call to inform the villagers that someone had passed away in the village. Within minutes, we saw people coming from all directions to go to the town to support the family and participate in the ritual of honoring this fellow villager.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Lahcen was very informative and organized. Lahcen is very kind, calm and understanding. He also has a good sense of humor. I really enjoyed his company throughout the trip. He explained to us about everything that we passed while we were in the bus and in the villages and cities. He answered every question that we had about the culture in Morocco, religion, beliefs and rituals. He shared his passion for his way of life, growing up in a village community that is one big family. He shared his passion about his family and we were fortunate to meet them . He transferred that passion to all of us. We had a lot of fun with Lahcen. He made sure that he kept an eye on all of us and kept us together. We all were very safe and well cared for. I arrived not knowing much about Morocco and left feeling like I really understood the people and the culture. As one of our guides said to us. “ we seek to build bridges“ and that they have!

Advice for Potential Travellers

There is so much to see in Morocco. This really gives you a full view , highlighting many different aspects of the Moroccan culture. It’s a great start and you will want to go back for more.

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