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Exodus Inca Trail porters visit Machu Picchu

February 01, 2022 Machu Picchu & The Inca Trail Porters

Read time – 2 minutes They’re the beating heart of the Inca Trail. At its highest point – Dead Woman’s Pass – the trail reaches a staggering 4,215m above sea level. But it’s not just the high altitude the porters have to contend with… every rucksack they carry weighs a hefty 20kg. The Not So...

The 7 Best Peaks and Summits to Hike in 2021

February 01, 2022 The 5 Best Peaks and Summits to Hike in 2022

It comes as no surprise that all of us want to alleviate those itchy feet with a hike of a lifetime. 2022 is the year to set new goals and challenges that will push your boundaries and encourage you to achieve your personal best. Well, we have just the trips that will test your mettle...

December 16, 2020 3 Must-do Wilderness Adventures in Europe

If you have the urge to go wild and escape among some of Mother Nature’s greatest handiwork, a wilderness adventure in Europe has all the ingredients to make you feel alive. Veering away from the crowds to untouched corners can have a seriously positive effect on your wellbeing! Imagine the indescribable feeling of coming face...

December 16, 2020 4 new UK trips to book in 2021

In 2020, unsurprisingly, many of us began to explore those hidden gems in our own back yard – and why not. At Exodus, we’re proud to live in a nation that’s steeped in layers of tradition, fascinating legends and centuries of remarkable history. And we believe that one of the best ways to enjoy our...

August 03, 2020 Our top 5 favourite hikes in Tuscany

Imagine the Tuscan landscape and postcard-perfect rich green and warm amber, rolling hills, intersected with winding country roads that lead to quaint, medieval hamlets are likely to come to mind; an Italian landscape that has inspired artists for centuries. However, there is a less well-known beauty; the undiscovered gem of northern Tuscany and the Garfagnana...

April 27, 2020 Why Take a Walking Holiday in North America?

Maybe it’s this time of year when we ponder kick-starting our healthy (OK, make that ‘slightly healthier’) resolutions and trying to shift a few extra Christmas kilos? The time of year that makes us think of taking a walking holiday…could 2017 be the year that you get off the sun lounger and don those hiking boots?...

April 23, 2020 How to Prepare for Your First Walking Holiday

Fresh air, the great outdoors, a sense of real adventure a walking holiday is a truly wonderful thing. And with Bill Bryson’s tale of Appalachian Trial hitting the big screen, more of us than ever are likely to be inspired to take the plunge but its a good idea to do a bit more preparation...

April 23, 2020 7 Once-in-a-Lifetime Travel Experiences

When it comes to travel, everyone has a different mindset. Some are happy with an easy, relaxed week abroad, while others seek out adventure and new thrills. However, we think you’d be hard pushed to find anyone who’d turn down an incredible, once-in-a-lifetime experience. In the Americas, there are plenty of these to be found...

April 06, 2020 6 of the Best Hikes in Southwest USA

We’ve rounded up some of our best hikes in the USA’s Southwestern National Parks, including five achievable day hikes, and one epic trail that offers the challenge of a lifetime…so prepare your walking boots, and get inspired! Canyons and Navajo Lands, Bryce Canyon National Park Bryce Canyon National Park Distance: 5.9 miles Elevation gain: 505...

April 03, 2020 Our Top 5 Things to do in Alaska in Summer

Alaska sometimes feels like its own country rather than the 49th state of the USA. Situated in the far northwest of Northern America, Alaska is the largest state by area and shares its border with the Canadian Yukon Territory. A trip to Alaska will leave you captivated, with its rugged charm, unique culture and pristine...