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35 Reviews
4.7 out of
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Reviewed January 2013
BULGARIA: RODOPI MOUNTAINS
Lovely scenery at a relaxed pace.
Most Inspirational Moment
The view from Saint Elijah and walking to the end of the overhanging platform. Also, the Yagodina Caves were great. Some very impressive stalagmites/stalactites. Shame you're not allowed to take photos.
Thoughts on Group Leader
In a word, excellent. She obviously had a passion for this area and nothing was too much bother. Her English was excellent. I did two trips in Bulgaria and I think both guides set the standards for a good group leader.
Advice for Potential Travellers
I thought the trip notes were pretty accurate although we didn't see many birds. That might be the due to the time of year, I don't know.
Reviewed June 2012
RODOPI MOUNTAINS
Phew what a hot week of walking. The temperature certainly made the walking a lot more difficult than anticipated but we still thoroughly enjoyed our trip to the Rodopis. Our group was fantastic and we really seemed to get on well and have lots of fun.
Most Inspirational Moment
Wlaking through clouds of butterflies. Coming out of the trees to see huge meadows full of hundreds of different flowers including many orchids. Finding a ladybird spider (very rare). Walking out on the platform on Mt. Elijah.....and many, many more.As well as experiencing Bulgaria food and drink and joining in the traditional dancing on the last night.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Neli is a beautiful, knowledgeable leader and is so kind and helpful when the going gets tough.
Advice for Potential Travellers
We walked on average 15km a day which is not that far at UK temperatures. When the temperatures get into the mid 30c the time given need to be longer - we needed to add an extra hour on the times stated.
Reviewed June 2012
RODOPI MOUNTAINS
This trip was exactly what I expected and it definitely didn’t disappoint. The walks were varied in terrain and landscape and the company excellent.
Most Inspirational Moment
The moment at the top of Sveti Iliya when you could look out across the mountains and pick out the previous days' walking. It was amazing to be able to look out and see what we'd accomplished and fit it all together.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Neli was a brilliant leader from start to finish. She never let anybody fall too far behind and she always had an interesting flower or bird to point out to us. Her passion for the mountains was infectious - I think we all left those mountains a little bit in love with them.
Advice for Potential Travellers
The walking was generally fairly easy going but it was made much more difficult due to the heat we were walking in. I would definitely advise people to take some larger (more than 500ml) water bottles so that they can carry enough water for hot weather - not all the walks had plentiful water sources.
Reviewed October 2011
RODOPI MOUNTAINS
This was our 13th trip with Exodus and one of the most enjoyable. The walks were varied and leisurely and were easily altered to accommodate weather conditions. I was amazed at how well our friendly group of 16 gelled in just a few days.
Most Inspirational Moment
Digging potatoes with friendly villagers and sharing their lunch.Chickening out of the walk on a rainy day in favour of the Spa in Devin - a very good choice!Sofia was more interesting than I remembered from 20 years ago (unsurprisingly) - worth a longer visit.The cave dwelling was fascinating.Watching the cows come home to the village without any apparent supervision!
Thoughts on Group Leader
Svetla obviously loved the region and shared her enthusiasm with us. She was very helpful in sourcing local produce and crafts and taught us the rudiments of Bulgarian dancing.
Advice for Potential Travellers
The walks were a little shorter and a lot gentler than I was expecting. I'm not sure this trip is a B grade but I suggest you just go with the flow and enjoy a leisurely beer or two back at the hotel.
Reviewed July 2011
RODOPI MOUNTAINS
Good walking but not too strenuous, interesting scenery and sightseeing .
Most Inspirational Moment
The devil’s throat Caves with stalactites and stalagmites.
Thoughts on Group Leader
very attractive GirlGood company & pleasant to talk to.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Take travel kettle/breakfast tea bags /coffee/dried milk
