Your Words – We tell it like it is! Holiday Reviews by previous Exodus travellers
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Philip Murray
Reviewed March 2025
Excellent week with beautiful views on the Portugese coast
My second exodus trip in portugal and once again the food (especially the picnics) was exceptional. Not quite enough cycling to burn off all the calories from the pasteis de natas and other delicious pastries/cakes! The scenery on this trip was the best I have experienced on an exodus trip – on other trips I’ve found some great scenery interspersed with longer stretches on roads with nondescript views, on the porto to lisbon trip it was multiple stunning beach/cliff views with forest, boardwalk, bays and quaint villages. Hotels were generally of very good quality (worth the superior comfort level advertised). The start hotel was changed to the Hotel Vila Gale which was OK but could do with a refurb of the rooms (doesn’t look as good as the planned hotel neya).
Most Inspirational Moment
The many views of the Atlantic beaches
Thoughts on Group Leader
Joao was exceptionally good. Deserving of his leader of the year award.
Advice for Potential Travellers
The cycling on day 1 and 2 is definitely grade 2 and some may find this a bit slow if you are a regular cyclist. The last three days have more hills and more opportunities to stretch the legs a bit. If you've not been there before extra time in Porto or Lisbon is good as there is lots to do in both cities.
Joan Kilsby
Reviewed October 2024
USD 1880
This was a memorable trip. With torrential rain and gusting head and cross winds, our spirits weren’t dampened. Dinis, Teresa and Leonel were the perfect team, all dedicated to making our holiday special. The route was interesting and the pace comfortable with plenty of coffee shops in lovely locations.
Most Inspirational Moment
The view over the raging Atlantic after the steep climb.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Dinis was exceptional, enthusiastic, knowledgeable and dedicated.
Advice for Potential Travellers
If it looks like rain take waterproof overshoes!
Mary Gallagher
Reviewed October 2024
Porto to Lisbon Atlantic Ride
Excellent trip despite hurricane-like weather. Our team – Dinish, Theresa and Lionel kept everything moving along safely and timely and kept us motivated and encouraged in spite of weather. They worked together navigating difficult conditions and unexpected events – fallen trees on path. It was an adventure that I won’t soon forget!
Most Inspirational Moment
Riding together in storms and seeing Lionel ahead waiting to offer assistance.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Excellent- knowledgeable and passionate about his country and his work.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Check weather before leaving and pack enough gear to be ready. Also, more hilly than I expected so consider e-bike if uncertain. You won’t be sorry!
Dr David Frank Burrows
Reviewed October 2024
Weather-challenged but enjoyable week
Another excellent holiday that could have been a real slog in the wet and windy weather but was turned around by the great Exodus support team. The overall planning of the trip was first-rate and its execution outstanding. The beautiful countryside, wonderful scenery and fascinating history was bought to life during our cycling adventure. Great hotels, restaurants and coffee shops ensured we stayed fit and healthy despite often being very damp and windswept!
Most Inspirational Moment
Watching the enormous Atlantic rollers after the overnight storm.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Dinis was such a good leader I have nominated him for the leader award.
Advice for Potential Travellers
If cycling in the rain don't bother wearing socks!
Sigrid Grantham
Reviewed October 2024
Fabulously diverse and adventurous cycling in magical Portugal
Sunshine, hurricane, autumn rain, glorious food, great company and the most wonderful guides. What else could one wish for in this diverse, friendly and scenically beautiful country. And the bikes were first class as well!
Most Inspirational Moment
It would have to be the delightful birthday cake and celebration for my “big”one.
Thoughts on Group Leader
One could not have wished for a better guide. Always smiling, energetic, well informed, sporty and supportive of his team. Teresa is a star and we could not have been in better hands either with our driver/ mechanic/ man of all talents Leonel!
Advice for Potential Travellers
Ask for a different hotel in Obidos. “The literature man “ doesn’t cut the mustard!
Fraser Laird
Reviewed October 2024
Challenging but fun week
Good week, well organised and with a wonderful group of people. Enjoyed all the hotels and the food, especially the picnics. Found the rainy days and strong headwind very challenging but really enjoyed the sunny days. Be prepared for all weathers. There were plenty of stops to catch up as I was going at a slower pace than the fitter cyclists and e-bikers. Great to see round Porto and Lisbon too.
Most Inspirational Moment
Being peaceful in the beautiful scenery and with some dramatic Atlantic skies
Thoughts on Group Leader
Group leader Dinis was excellent as were the support team of Leonel and Filipe. They were all very friendly, knowledgeable and helpful.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Consider an e-bike if you think the ascents might be a challenge for you. You can keep it on a low level and still get some exercise. I changed to an e-bike for the last day as my knees were aching and I really enjoyed the day.
Sean Riley
Reviewed October 2024
Simply Perfect
This was a perfect way to meet new people (you guys rock by the way) and see a new country. The tour was expertly organized and the guides made the experience all the better. While there was some “cycling” to be done the pace was manageable and we still got time to relax and do a little scouting at each of our destinations in the afternoon. There were regular stops during the cycle which allowed us the opportunity to catch our breath and have a snack. At each stop we also got to see a little more of the area or interact with some of the locals. The logistics were all perfectly handled and each nights accommodation was great. The food was also really good and most of the restaurants we went to were excellent with the exception of maybe 2, however these in no way detracted from the tour getting a full 5 stars! If I could take this group and these guides to other parts of the world for similar tours I would be signing up immediately.
Most Inspirational Moment
Nazarè; the stripped houses in Mira (Sorry Dave 😁 ); the stunning forests and estuaries we cycled through; the breath taking views from the cliffs and making it up some of those hills. Also being part of the group that just stoutly carried on through the rain and wind which was apparently very unusual for this tour.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Dinis was the perfect group leader. He was attentive to everyone taking part. He diligently checked our bikes each day made sure that we had the best experience. The information he provided along the way was interesting and he was always ready to make suggestions of what we should do to experience a little more of Portugal when we got to our destination. He was easy to talk to and a pleasure to have around.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Prepare a little before you get there or just take the e-bike. There is so much to see and enjoy on the tour that it would be horrible to miss out because of too little preparation (this includes some wet weather gear, good cycle shorts as well as training).
Janine Traini
Reviewed September 2024
Exceeded Expectations
The trip followed the beautiful coastal route, the hotels were excellent and the restaurants and food was great. The guides were perfect: considerate, helpful, fun, informative and extremely attentive to all of our needs. There was variety in the route as well, we rode through villages, along the coast, through forests, and through marshes. Like minded people tend to do this tour so many friendships were made along the way. I opted for the electric bike and never regretted the choice – I was able to select how much effort I wished to make and was therefore not intimidated by the climbs and was able to enjoy the scenery.
Most Inspirational Moment
The beauty of the coastal section from Nazarè village
Thoughts on Group Leader
Dinis was informative, attentive, interesting helpful, encouraging, fun, just the perfect leader.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Don't be shy to book the electric bike, a few of the cyclists in our group opted to change halfway through and loved how it enhanced their experience.
Jane Mitchell
Reviewed September 2024
Great trip - weather took its toll
Overall this is an amazing trip which is very scenic and on a lot of cycle paths. We were unlucky to get rain and a head wind for the first few days which made it more difficult. The hotels were great and the other people in my group were good company and supportive. Excellent organisation and support from three guides. I treated myself to an e-bike on the last day as my legs were tired.
Most Inspirational Moment
Seeing people older than me overtaking the ebikes! There were some very fit people in my group
Thoughts on Group Leader
Dinis is so mature for his age. He is funny helpful and kind. Lionel was also really supportive and encouraging. Philip worked very hard looking after the the van and bikes. I couldn’t have wished for a better team.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Take a properly waterproof coat! Also on bad weather days a dry top or warm jacket In the van to put on at lunch stops as I got cold when I was soaked to the skin. I trained on a road bike but these bikes were a lot heavier on the hills..
Curtis Wierenga
Reviewed September 2024
Great trip
This is a wonderful trip! So many great sights from the two cities of Porto and Lisbon and all of the beautiful scenery in between! The coast is so scenic with the rugged cliffs and blue ocean
Most Inspirational Moment
The downhill ride into Foz. Coming around the last bend in the road to see the ocean and the city of Foz from above was spectacular
Thoughts on Group Leader
Our group leader was João. He was wonderful
So knowledgeable and patient and professional but most important was his friendliness and sense of humor
