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137 Reviews

4.7 out of 5

Reviewed June 2013

WALKING IN ANDALUCIA

A nice hotel but perhaps not ideally situated. Too many long bus drives in the heat to get to a start point for the walks and too many long drives back..

Most Inspirational Moment

Canos Santos Monastery with a picnic lunch in the courtyard and not another tourist (or local) for miles... that was a good experience.However, the Pass of the Doves was probably the best day, with a great walk in a great place and fantastic views.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Chris, well, what can one say.. He is totally unflappable, calm in all situations. Quiet yet very sociable. Knowledgeable and always attentive to the groups or individuals needs and quick to respond as well !!A great trip leader

Advice for Potential Travellers

These are walks which I guess average 10 km in hot (sometimes very hot) weather. There are long uphill sections over rough ground. You don't have to be an Olympian, but you should at least try and get in practice for this otherwise your going to end up making excuses and sitting by the pool all day and that's not the point of this trip.Tapas in UK restaurants tend to be spicy, rich and very desirable. In Spain the food was a lot more bland - don't expect much

Reviewed June 2013

WALKING IN ANDALUCIA

I must admit to being a little nervous about the holiday having never done anything like it before. However I need not have worried location, walks and the people were all first class.

Most Inspirational Moment

I found parts of some of the walks a little challenging having trained mostly on the flat. However finishing the most challenging walk of the week-albeit the last to finish the warm welcome and congratulations I received from the group when I joined them in the bar at the end of a long day -and the realisation that I not only completed the walk I actually enjoyed it was a truly rewarding moment

Thoughts on Group Leader

Chris was great. He was encouraging and supportive on the walks and good company when we were more relaxed. His local knowledge was faultless.

Advice for Potential Travellers

If you are wondering if this is the holiday for you I would absolutely say-go for it. I really don't think you will regret it.

Reviewed June 2013

WALKING IN ANDALUCIA

Excellent hikes, beautiful country house-like a week in the mountains with friends!

Most Inspirational Moment

Hiking in the natural parks and stopping to admire both the fantastic views and wildflowers. We felt a million miles away from work and everyday life. Upon returning from a day's walk, there was a great swim in the pool and then a gourmet quality meal with congenial people. Relaxing and yet invigorating--doesn't get better than that!

Thoughts on Group Leader

Chris was helpful, always giving us a good sense of the walk ahead.. He was friendly, supportive and knowledgable, providing us with the histor of the region and a sense of the culture.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Bring hiking boots and poles. Although the trip is billed "leisurely/moderate," it is more moderate than leisurely--be prepared.

Reviewed February 2013

WALKING IN ANDALUCIA

Great walking despite the rain. Comfortable acommodation with fantastic home cooking, friendly staff and welcoming cups of tea and grinning dogs on return to the Cortija Rosario Great group and excelllent guides,plenty of stops to gather breath and learn more on the local flora and fauna with a bit of history thrown in.

Most Inspirational Moment

Walking to the top of Penon and seeing all around for miles.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Excellent on all counts

Advice for Potential Travellers

Take some good rainproof jackets and warm clothing, when it rained in the higher hills it was like walking in Scotland.

Reviewed December 2012

WALKING IN ANDALUCIA

This was a great trip. The Cortijo Rosario was a wonderful place to stay in a beautiful location, with excellent traditional food, and welcoming hosts. The walks were varied, with great views especially in the Grazalema mountains and El Chorro Gorge. It was a good group to spend the week with, and the leader was excellent – entertaining, informative and helpful.

Most Inspirational Moment

Walking in the Grazalema mountains, watching the birds sweep through the El Chorro Gorge, looking at the stars late at night, being in the winning quiz team!, meeting great people, drinking Andalusian sherry, eating delicious food, learning lots about the region, visiting Seville - especially the Alcazar, chatting into the night, and sitting by the pool in the sun.....

Thoughts on Group Leader

We had an excellent leader - he kept us entertained over the week, led the walks at the right pace, knew an enormous amount about the places we visited, and was organised but also relaxed.

Advice for Potential Travellers

I would recommend this trip.

Reviewed December 2012

WALKING IN ANDALUCIA

Set among olive groves in the lesser known part of Andalucia, the Cortijo Rosario farmhouse is the perfect setting & launchpad for walking in this landscape. The rest of the population just gets on with farmiing the fertile soil, or tending their herds, whilst still extending a warm welcome.

Most Inspirational Moment

Seeing the olive harvest first hand in November 2012. It made me feel so close to something we take for granted -ie olive oil!

Thoughts on Group Leader

Inspiring and knowledgeable, always good natured but genuinely interested in his clients and their lives.

Advice for Potential Travellers

If you would like to try a quieter part of Spain, with a mixture of walking, culture and good food and wine in a tranquil setting, then go for this trip.

Reviewed May 2012

WALKING IN ANDALUCIA

The scenery of Andalucia is dramatic and varied. The hotel was charming, with welcoming staff and superb, local cuisine. An excellent guide and a great bunch of fellow travellers all combined to make this a holiday to remember.

Most Inspirational Moment

Al fresco lunch at the deserted monastery.

Thoughts on Group Leader

The best pair of legs in the business! Highly motivating (Richie, not just his legs!) and very knowledgeable.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Consider hiring a car before or after this trip so that you can take in some of the other lovely places in the region.

Reviewed April 2012

WALKING IN ANDALUCIA

This was my first Exodus holiday and my first solo holiday. I enjoyed the company of my fellow travellers. It was a pleasant location and the food was good.

Thoughts on Group Leader

An experienced group leader, who prepared well. He had exactly the right balance of leading and supporting, helping the group to have an enjoyable week.

Reviewed April 2012

WALKING IN ANDALUCIA

Lovely walking routes, great bunch of people and a fantastic guide with a real affinite for Spain and its people, culture and history…a real bonus.

Most Inspirational Moment

All the routes were different, but the walk along the Ruta de los Molinos and to Sentinil was probably my favorite..but its a close run thing. The day in Seville was extremely interesting.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Perfect - warm, friendly, amusing, knowledgable andd more than capable.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Although we had very good weather for the ttime of year...it can get very cold on the top of the mountain routes!

Reviewed March 2012

WALKING IN ANDALUCIA

As a much younger traveller then most who were on the trip, at 19, I found it an interesting and enriching experience. However, as with all holidays there were high and low points. Seville is an amazing city, and it has inspired me to return, because a few hours out of the day was simply not enough to explore such a jewel of history and culture. The walks were relatively easy, and had enough variety to remain interesting, and the location of the Cortijo was, while very remote, beautiful. However, the food one the first two nights was disappointing, though it did improve somewhat.

Most Inspirational Moment

Driving up winding mountain roads, right to the top of the Grazelema Mountains was certainly a high point, if slightly nerve-wracking! The vultures that flew almost level with where we were eating lunch that day was also amazing. But of course, the city of Seville was completely amazing, and I was loathe to leave after such a short time.

Thoughts on Group Leader

He was very knowledgeable, if a little long winded. We were lucky enough to have two guides, one of whom was a native of the area, which gave an insiders view of the area. He could have perhaps been clearer about the exact nature of the walks, but overall was completely competent.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Its an enjoyable holiday, and if you are looking for some Winter Sun, along with activities then its perfect. However, the remoteness of the location means there is very little interaction with the local people.

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