Reviews

Most Inspirational Moment

The veiws from the mountains were spectacular and the scenery outstanding. Our guide chose routes that gave a varied perspective of tuscany which included mountain ridges, steep hill walks and forest tracks.  It was good to be based in one place and the hospitality at Braccicorti was fantastic with true italian home cooking.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Our guide Sara, was professional, experienced and very considerate to the capabilities of all of the group members we all felt very safe in her capable hands.  Personnaly she help me achieve far more than I ever thought possible she was a true inspiration. 

Advice for Potential Travellers

If you want a true feeling for the countyside and people try Exodus.  Read the trip notes carefully as they do explain in detail what to expect and take the advice of the guide they will help you acheive your goals and it is worth it in the end.

Most Inspirational Moment

Visiting the high places of Petra - seeing the size of the site.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Dougan was very knowledgeable and patient.  He was a pleasure to be with and his dance moves needed to be seen!

Advice for Potential Travellers

Take US Dollars and change into Jordanian Dinars once you are there (this was Exodus' advice to us and worked very well).

Most Inspirational Moment

This was definately on the last day, when me and my son had reached the last step, held our hands high and one of the the lads sang the rocky tune and we danced up and down to it.And knowing that me and my son had completed this together. 

Thoughts on Group Leader

I cant thank John and Jason enough, they were superb! always very attentive to the groups needs and discussed lots of historical importance, and they were really nice guys to. 

Advice for Potential Travellers

Do it!The China Wall trek is amazing.

Most Inspirational Moment

The 2 day visit to Petra provided many inspirational moments,Standing in front of the Treasury, climbing to the top and reaching the Monastery, exploring the High Place for the spectacular views and absorbing the history from the tombs, temples and architecture. I also experienced Petra by night, with the site lit by candles. Closely followed by Wadi Rum, sleeping under that stars and experiencing the T. E Lawrence desert. I joined the one hour camel ride and enjoyed the 4 X 4 vehicle trip across the sands.

Thoughts on Group Leader

A major plus with travelling with Exodus is the use made of a local guide, which helped to make this holiday a memorable trip. Dougan was an experienced, well travelled and knowledgeable group leader, who directed us to the best sites and viewing points, ensuring that everyone was satisfied with their visit. He was informative about the sites, briefing us on the coach about Jordan's history and passing scenery. Dougan was excellent in making sure that we all participated and enjoyed our holiday.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Be prepared to be inspired and delighted by Jordan and its people. Jordanians are very friendly, speak English and greet you by saying welcome.  Take Jordanian currency in low denominations as this saves time looking for currency exchange in the desert at Wadi Rum!  Wear comfortble footware. Consider firm boots for Petra as there are many steps to climb. Take a bath plug as I could not find one in the hotel rooms (assumably to save water). Make use of the Leisure facilities at the Al Fanar Palace hotel (Swimming pool, gym, jacuzzi, sauna)

Most Inspirational Moment

The ride back from Pupnat to Korcula was very pretty - topped off with a swim in the sea - perfect.  In fact any day finishing with a swim was great.  The last day of cycling along the coast was also very pretty.  Cycling throught the vineyards was great too. I also thought the evening out at the home cooked food place outside Korcula was excellent - if a bit more pricey than we had been expecting (230 Kuna each) - this may have had something to do with the grappe.... Oh, and worth going to the Tower Bar in Korcula - good views in the day time, but make sure you can deal with ladders.

Thoughts on Group Leader

This was Bojan's first tour on his own and I think he did a great job managing a varied group which had diverse demands.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Croatia is not a cheap place - though not overly pricey either.  As breakfast is the only meal included in the price there is plenty of money to be spent on food (and ice cream).  Many of our group requested thet we have some picnic lunches which I think was reasonable (but you need a ruckack or something to carry it in from the supermarket!).  The meal at the the top of the hill on the first day's cycling was very nice, simple food (bread, cheese, proscuttio and grilled veg) but many felt over priced - and as we hadn't had any choice or say I think some felt a bit "had" - hence the request that the group have a bit more freedom of choice. Obviously we expect our guide to make good recommendations for dinners etc so most of the time most of the group went with his advice - and it was very good.

Thoughts on Group Leader

John and all the group were excellent.

Most Inspirational Moment

Difficult to pick out just one, because it was the contrast of all the different days that made the trip so much fun.  And a really great group of people definitely helped!  The dinner on the last evening at a fish restaurant, eating outside and watching the sun set over the sea, was pretty good too...!

Thoughts on Group Leader

Joe was an excellent leader, always calm and cheerful and very well organised, as well as knowledgeable about the flora and fauna.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Take clothing for all eventualities - we had a mix of wind, rain and sun on most days.

Most Inspirational Moment

The ascent with Mohammed up to Haje, the broken slate, the sheer steep incline, the Juniper trees fast extinguishing over the years.  Had an awesome ascent and descent to Mount Ouanakrim (minus 7 temperatures) and snow and an early 5am start with crampons/ice-pix, FABULOUS!!! Felt like a mountain goat, superb time...

Thoughts on Group Leader

Excellent, realistic and helped Frankie out on ascent from Mount Toubkal as she had vertigo, we had a fabulous group.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Communicate with your guide, prepare with the right clothing and equipment and be prepared for anything...

Most Inspirational Moment

After calling in on a lesson in the village primary school and being persuaded to join a hastily formed girl football team, the joy in the face of the girls when they scored the first goal against the boys' team.

Thoughts on Group Leader

His command of a range of languages was amazing and his flexible approach to the itinerary made the trip even more enjoyable.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Make sure you take a long scarf that can cover your head, neck and most of your face for your trip in to the Sahara.

Most Inspirational Moment

For me, it was the simplicity of the village lifestyle with subsistence farming - it was the stuff of text books. The people were hugely friendly and if anything, slightly amused and delighted at seeing the Westerners.  I went on this trip to see the Wall as it was something that I'd always wanted to see.  I didn't expect to want to return to China again.  However, I believe I will. 

Thoughts on Group Leader

Danny is the tour leader that you always hope you'll get when you book a holiday.  He knew his stuff, was proud of his country and went the extra mile to make sure that things were the best that they could be (food, trips, timings).  He also knew when to get out of the way and leave us alone, so we weren't 'herded' around the place.  Danny added to the holiday and was a great ambassador for Exodus.

Advice for Potential Travellers

For potential travellers on this trip: Read the trip notes properly - everything is there but some of the points are quite simply stated and the importance of some of them only came to light when on the trip.  Some of the walking days were short because the weather was cold, which was disappointing - so adjust the timings with the seasons. One nights accomodation, in my opinion, was less than basic, so think about how you want travel.  Buy a new camera - the scenery is huge.  Get a sleeping mat, the beds are hard.  The food was fanatastic (bar the Green Tea Biscuits - why I ask myself?) but you do have to be prepared to try something new.