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When it comes to walking holidays, few places on earth can match the beauty and majesty of the Alps. Whether you’re an experienced hiker or a relative novice looking for a challenge, this sensational mountain range offers a range of trails and routes to test and inspire you. The Alps span eight countries: France, Switzerland,...
Read MoreA few million years ago, there was a collision between African and Eurasian plates which caused an area beneath the sea to fold and climb with the pressure, creating some of the Alps’ highest peaks. Holding the titles of being the “highest” and “most extensive” mountain range in Europe, the Alps stretch an estimated 1,200km...
Read MoreDiscover Europe’s most fascinating countries on a deeper level, hear about the stories and legends – from Greek and Roman mythology to Icelandic folklore – and get inside the mindset of formidable civilisations and leaders who left an indelible mark on mighty nations. On a cultural trip with Exodus, you’ll leave a place with a...
Read MoreCuba. The very name conjures up images of pastel-coloured streets lined with classic American Buicks and Chevrolets in Havana and hordes of locals dancing salsa in the heady avenues of Trinidad. But it’s only when you scratch beneath the surface of this fascinating country by meeting the locals, trying the cuisine and understanding its turbulent...
Read MoreNot only does cycling decrease stress levels, improve joint mobility and increase cardiovascular fitness, but it also allows you to explore new coastal paths, nature reserves and breath-taking city streets at a faster, more exciting pace, than if you’d chosen to walk. And with beautiful routes to discover all across Europe, we’ve narrowed your scope...
Read MorePeru – the country instantly conjures up the image of misty views overlooking the iconic lost city of Machu Picchu. And why shouldn’t it? This ancient citadel was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1983 and named one of the ‘New Seven Wonders of the World’ in 2007. Historians also claim that this remarkable...
Read MoreStretching an impressive 10.2 million km², the continent of Europe holds a myriad of fascinating places to discover on foot. European coastlines are a thing of beauty – from the romantic, pastel-coloured coastal towns of Italy and the marble-lined streets of Croatia to the tropical flower-lined levadas in Madeira. Europe is also home to some...
Read MoreMount Everest – there’s nowhere else like it. Standing at an impressive 8,849 metres above sea level, it’s the world’s tallest mountain making it one of the most challenging and enticing treks to tackle. But even if you consider yourself a seasoned trekker, you’ll never truly understand the terrain and intricacies of the Nepalese culture...
Read MoreFrom spotting sloths in the mysterious mist-shrouded canopies of the Santa Elena Cloud Forest Reserve to watching green turtle hatchlings scramble towards the sea in Tortuguero National Park, it’s clear that endless wonders abound on a trip to Costa Rica. Known for one of the most diverse ecosystems in the world, Costa Rica is a...
Read MoreRead time – 6 minutes The beauty of cycling is that you can reach places that are harder to get to by other modes of transport. You can cover more ground than walking, squeeze through smaller places than driving, and live and breathe the destination unlike when you’re flying. The feeling of taking to the...
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