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4.7 out of 5

Reviewed May 2011

MARRAKECH & THE SAHARA

Morocco is a wonderful country where in May you can experinece life amongst the dunes in the Sahara desert and snow in the High Atlas. As an added bonus the night sky is awe inspiring, we never realised the Milky Way could be so dramatic.

Most Inspirational Moment

After calling in on a lesson in the village primary school and being persuaded to join a hastily formed girl football team, the joy in the face of the girls when they scored the first goal against the boys' team.

Thoughts on Group Leader

His command of a range of languages was amazing and his flexible approach to the itinerary made the trip even more enjoyable.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Make sure you take a long scarf that can cover your head, neck and most of your face for your trip in to the Sahara.

Reviewed May 2011

WALKING THE GREAT WALL

You’d think that you’d get bored of the Wall after a couple of days but you don’t. Combined with good food and good companions, the walking section of the holiday was a great way to see the countryside & relax. The time in Beijing & Xian was so different, it was like having two different holidays. The palaces, shows and some time to explore by yourselves was a good way to end the trip.

Most Inspirational Moment

For me, it was the simplicity of the village lifestyle with subsistence farming - it was the stuff of text books. The people were hugely friendly and if anything, slightly amused and delighted at seeing the Westerners. I went on this trip to see the Wall as it was something that I'd always wanted to see. I didn't expect to want to return to China again. However, I believe I will.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Danny is the tour leader that you always hope you'll get when you book a holiday. He knew his stuff, was proud of his country and went the extra mile to make sure that things were the best that they could be (food, trips, timings). He also knew when to get out of the way and leave us alone, so we weren't 'herded' around the place. Danny added to the holiday and was a great ambassador for Exodus.

Advice for Potential Travellers

For potential travellers on this trip: Read the trip notes properly - everything is there but some of the points are quite simply stated and the importance of some of them only came to light when on the trip. Some of the walking days were short because the weather was cold, which was disappointing - so adjust the timings with the seasons. One nights accomodation, in my opinion, was less than basic, so think about how you want travel. Buy a new camera - the scenery is huge. Get a sleeping mat, the beds are hard. The food was fanatastic (bar the Green Tea Biscuits - why I ask myself?) but you do have to be prepared to try something new.

Reviewed May 2011

CYCLING IN SARDINIA

Sardinia itself is very unspoilt and the people could not have been more friendly or accommodating. Our guide and support were enthusiastic, attentive and made sure that everyone had a great time.

Most Inspirational Moment

Probably watching the sunset from a clifftop bar with a beer and a pizza.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Our group leader, Michele, was an absolute star. He had a great sense of humour and worked really hard to make sure everyone got what they wanted out of the trip. Nothing was too much trouble.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Some of the routes involve riding along cliff edges, all with barriers and perfectly safe but if you don't like heights this might not be for you.

Reviewed May 2011

A WEEK IN JORDAN

A really interesting and varied week. It gave us a very good idea of the many facets of this fascinating country.The guide Dougan spoke excellent English and was a mine of useful information from the history of each region to the best places to buy lunch while travelling.The hotels were very good and a real ‘oasis’ at the end of each day.I thought it was very good value for money.

Most Inspirational Moment

Petra & Jerash were even better (and larger) than I had expected.Staying at the camp at Wadi Rum was great. The meal the Bedouin cooked was my favourite of the week and seeing dusk and dawn in the desert was an experience I will always remember.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Excellent. His English, knowledge and sense of humour greatly enhanced the whole experience

Advice for Potential Travellers

You don't need to bring a towel at all...not even for the Dead Sea and snorkelling

Reviewed May 2011

AMALFI COAST & BAY OF NAPLES

An absolutely brilliant trip with a lovely group of people. Wonderful food, scenery and great hotel. Everyday was a completely different experience – a tour with great variety and something for everyone.

Most Inspirational Moment

Standing looking into the steaming crater of Mount Vesuvius was amazing. The ruins at Pompeii were simply awesome with a wonderful sense of the region's history.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Christine was brilliant - her local knowledge is extensive and she went out of her way to help us get the most out of every day. We were all very grateful for her hard work!

Advice for Potential Travellers

If you are travelling in May its worth taking some warm clothes for the evenings - the temperature in the mountains is quite a bit lower due to the altitude.

Reviewed May 2011

INCA TRAIL & THE AMAZON RAINFOREST

Very enjoyable holiday. Everything was well planned and organised both prior to departure and once in Peru. There is a lot of travelling involved, especially at the start but you do get to see a lot of things in a very short space of time. We were really lucky as although we had a big group (16 people) we all got on really well and it enhanced the holiday by making such good friends throughout the trip.

Most Inspirational Moment

It would be difficult to pick one highlight as the trip is so diverse.The rainforest was excellent and we both loved the nature walks and all of the animals and creatures we saw. The accomodation was specatacular too. Not in a 5* hotel way but it fitted into the environment perfectly and really added something to the stay.The Inca Trail was tough in places but enjoyable with exceptional support from the porters and guides. No-one really suffered from altitude sickness etc but I'm sure this was partly because we were so well fed, watered and looked after. As the trip notes suggest as long as you are reasonably fit you'll be fine.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Juan was brilliant. Not only was he passionate and knowedgable about Peru he was funny, helpful and even gave photography tips to everyone! We can't say enough about how much Juan added to the trip.The local guides should also receive praise. Emerson and Edwin in the rainforest were great and Emerson must have the best eyesight of anyone I've ever met to spot baby caiman, in the dark, from about 100m away! Wilson plus the porter team on the Inca trail were also very good. How the chefs create the meals we had during the trail in a little tent I'll never know.

Advice for Potential Travellers

When you arrive in Lima change quite a bit of dollars into soles straight away. Although the trip notes suggest you can use dollars (and you can) the exchange rate is not very favourable and we found it much easier to have soles instead. Also, try and get small denominations (20 or lower) as many of the smaller shops and stalls have trouble changing anything bigger.Pack light. We thought we had but we still had far more than we needed. We were able to get laundry done on arriving in Cusco and again after the trail and with a 7kg limit on your trail bags and not needing much for the rainforest (light clothing and long sleeves and legs) you'll find a lot of what you take doesn't really get used. Don't forget layers for the evenings on the trail and on the homestay! Waterproof ponchos seemed to work better than the bag covers when it rained heavily on the trail too. Only about 2soles in Cusco if you ask around.

Reviewed May 2011

CYCLING THE DALMATIAN COAST

Another wonderful cycling holiday thanks to Exodus !

Most Inspirational Moment

Cycling down to the sea, with all the wonderful views ... then relaxing in the sunshine with delicious well-deserved ice-cream !

Thoughts on Group Leader

She was excellent - kept us all together both cycling and socially, and created a nice atmosphere in the group.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Take your waterproofs ... I wouldn't have missed the morning cycling in the pouring rain for anything, despite the fact I got drenched !

Reviewed May 2011

PICOS PEAKS & GORGES

A good trip; well organised, with a convenient base for the walks.

Most Inspirational Moment

The scrambling ascent of Mancondiu on the last day; a very enjoyable excursion.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Very good; technically very competent, with an in-depth knowledge of the region.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Be prepared for a long-ish drive (2 to 2.5 hours) to and from the airport at Bilbao.Check whether or not you have booked one of the "challenging weeks".

Reviewed May 2011

WALKING IN ANDALUCIA

This was my first trip of this kind and it far exceeded my expectations. The walks were all different and very interesting. Really fun group of people. Our guide Suzy was excellent.

Most Inspirational Moment

The mountain walk was amazing. Fabulous scenery and so many lovely spring flowers. An absolutely brilliant day!

Thoughts on Group Leader

Suzy was an excellent leader. Her knowledge of the area, the flowers and the history of the place was phenomenal. She also talked knowledgebly about her other trips and adventures. She was also great fun, every walk ended in a bar for a drink before returning to the Cortijo. We were also joined by Alejandro, who was taking over from Suzy in Andalucia, which was a fun addition to the group.

Advice for Potential Travellers

As a novice I took walking boots but walking shoes would have been far more suitable for this level of walking in Spring.

Reviewed May 2011

PICOS PEAKS & GORGES

Beautiful mountainous scenery, but be sure you are fit if you book on the ‘C’ grade holiday as the days are pretty long (7 hrs) and there is a lot of UP…

Most Inspirational Moment

Well standing on the peaks of course

Thoughts on Group Leader

Victor is a very friendly chatty guy, full of stories.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Its a pretty straight forward walking holiday but does require a good level of fitness if you go on the 'C' grade holiday otherwise you may feel you are keeping the group back.

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