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4.7 out of 5

Reviewed October 2011

A WEEK IN JORDAN

We have just returned from one of our best holidays.Jordan is diverse ,every day of the holiday brought a special moment ranging from relaxing in the Dead sea to walking into Petra by candlelight and waking up in the Wadi Rum desert riding out on a camel to watch the sunrise and by lunchtime we were snorkelling in the Red Sea.

Most Inspirational Moment

It is difficult to pick one inspirational moment because every day had a highlight.Petra is magical ,we saw it initally by candlelight ,then by daylight and on our third day climbed to look down on it.However I would not want to miss out on the Dead sea,having a mud wrap and then floating in the salty waters.I did not want to leave- it was so unusual.Sitting around a campfire in the Wadi Rum sipping tea and listening to Bedouins sing and then when lights out came climbing to a sand dune to watch the Milky Way.The boat trip in Aquaba when we snorkelled looking at fish coral and an an old sunken tank was lovely especially when you could lie on deck with a glass of wine eating a lovely meal cooked on the boat.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Danny was great .We had a great group and had a huge amount of fun.He was knowledgeable and available to deal with any issues or queries.When we got to Mount Nebo[the burial site of Moses and from where God showed him the Promised Land],Danny had the passage from the Bible ready so that one of the group could read the piece from the bible where God describes what land the Israelites would have.It was very moving but really brought the history to life.He gave us an insight into what it was like to be a Jordanian today and gave us an insight into the hopes and aspirations[as well as the trails and tribulations] that face this lovely country.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Jordan may be more expensive than you think.While not more expensive that the Uk it is more comparable than you might think.Alcohol is not easily available a lot of restaurants do not serve it.However Danny was able to direct us to restaurants in Petra that served alcohol and Aquaba was the one town where it was much more freely available.

Reviewed October 2011

A WEEK IN JORDAN

brilliant varied holiday and absolutely great company and guide. However a few more lunch options would be welcome as not everyone can eat two huge meals a day!!

Most Inspirational Moment

floating in the dead sea, walking round to a view point above petra, and swimming in the red sea tho it was pretty hairy with the wind making you swm on the spot!!

Thoughts on Group Leader

great very knowledgeable but a bit too pushy re religion

Advice for Potential Travellers

take a travel kettle and a big water bottle you will save £££s

Reviewed October 2011

CYCLE INDOCHINA & ANGKOR

This trip renewed my faith in group organised holidays. It was well planned, adaptable, encouraged everyone to try new experiences, and showed the very best of 3 countries.

Most Inspirational Moment

Due to the flooding in many areas it was amazing how much of Cambodian/Vienamese life doesn't allow these adverse conditions to affect their day to day life. We had a trip to a river market and drove through some very small flooded towns, and each person was carrying on, generally smiling as though this was quite normal. I loved the make do and mend attitude of each country to absolutley everything aspect of life. And I was also inspired by my fellow cyclists, those who probably hadn't spent a lot of time on a bike but carried on and the 4 people who fell off, they brushed themselves down and jumped back on again. Awesome.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Al was a great team leader, he was always calm, very organised, knew exactly when to stop and give us all a rest from the heat or the cycling. Pre-warned us on upcoming hills etc, and you could always trust his recommendations when it came to food and/or restaurants. He was friendly without going over the top, didn't pick favourites which can be a very annoying habit in a leader, and involved himself with everyone at some point or another on the trip. He was well trusted

Advice for Potential Travellers

If going on this trip, bring some mudguards as 1 person bought them on our trip and we were all jealous of his relatively dry rear end. If you can get a lot of $1 notes for Cambodia, and on a negative, watch you back if you're in Tuk Tuk or Cyclo as one of our group had their bag nicked by a passing motorbiker.Forget all your highway code as it's worth zilch in these countries and to cross a road in Vietnam, go slow and sure, don't run or stop and everyone will move around you, believe me it works.

Reviewed October 2011

A WEEK IN JORDAN

A brilliant trip – the itinerary was jam-packed with some amazing sights and experiences, and we had a lovely tour group. The two days in Petra were fantastic – although some of the walks weren’t exactly "leisurely" at times, they were well worth it for seeing The Monastery and Petra from up high.

Reviewed October 2011

VIETNAM ADVENTURE

I’ve never felt sad when leaving a country to come home, but I did when I left Vietnam. What a wonderful and amazing place, full of history, fabulous food and a friendly culture.

Most Inspirational Moment

Where do I start! From the bustling streets of Hanoi to the tranquillity of Halong Bay everywhere we visited was inspirational. But, to pick one place, it would be Hoi An. The beaches, the market, the river, the restaurants and all the charity work that happens there from the Streets cafe to the handicapped workshop making silver jewellery and embroidery. The old town, where we could walk and chat to the residents about what they were doing. Everybody was friendly and welcoming.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Thang was a very informative group leader and gave a vast amount of knowledge about all aspects of Vietnamese culture and history. He was friendly and fun and gave great insight into how the Vietnamese live and what they have been through to get where they are. He is very passionate about his country and I wouldn't have known 90% of the information without him.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Don't take too much clothing, or too many dollars. ATM's are available everywhere, and so is WIFI.

Reviewed October 2011

DISCOVER SRI LANKA

This was my second exodous adventure and it did not dissapoint, enjoyable from start to finish, there was a good contrast from the beach at the start of the holiday to the cooler mountain ranges, and then back to sea level for the Yala National Park safari.

Most Inspirational Moment

Most inspirational moments were cycling through local villages and getting a good feel for how the locals live from day to day. The white water rafting was great, went overboard but the water was warm and all the safety equipment was provided. Yala Safari was amazing.

Thoughts on Group Leader

The group leader could not have been better, made a difficult job look effortless.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Just enjoy!

Reviewed October 2011

KILIMANJARO CLIMB - RONGAI ROUTE

Not a holiday. A fantastic experience. A lot harder than I thought.

Most Inspirational Moment

Reaching the summit first at 5:20am. The camaraderie you can achieve with what is effectively a stranger when you achieve your goal.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Florence was very good, as were all the other guides, porters and cooks of which there are around 40. He kept his eye on us and tried to tailor the speed at which we walked to each individual. He spoke to each person individually every morning and every evening to make sure everything was ok.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Have enough dollars for the tip which adds a fair bit to the holiday. Wear sufficient layers but don’t over do it, you will warm up when you walk.I understand pole, pole but walk at the pace you are comfortable with. Listen to your body and what it’s telling you. Your hands get filthy.I personally didn’t wear or need to wear gaiters, but walking poles helped significantly, especially on the final push for the top. Some took Diamox some did not. Again, know your own body and listen to it; if you have a headache take something, if you don’t then don’t take something.On the day you climb to the top you will have breakfast at 23:30. You probably won’t feel like eating porridge. You will need a lot of energy so force yourself to eat.

Reviewed October 2011

THE AMALFI COAST

Our first trip with Exodus, or any organised walking holiday, so we were not sure how we would get on but we had a great time. Our Group Leader (Christine) was excellent, the members of the group were all good fun to be with, and the walks were all terrific. I think the Leisurely/Moderate rating for the walks is correct – although there are plenty of ups and downs none of the walks are particulaly long.

Most Inspirational Moment

Probably the visit to the Colloseum at Pompeii, but every day had its highlighlights - Herculaneum, Vesuvius, Positano and Ravello were all well worth seeing along with the superb views of the Amalfi coast on each of the walks.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Christine was brilliant - knowledgeable and enthusiastic, much-loved by the hotel staff and other locals we bumped into on the walks - she added a lot to the whole experience.

Advice for Potential Travellers

It will probably be colder than you are expecting at the hotel in Bomerano so pack something warm. If you suffer from any knee problems be aware that there are many steps to walk down. The food and staff at the hotel are great and they cater for vegetarians - unlike British Airways! There are no kettles in the rooms. The water is safe and fine to drink. The local public buses are used on several days - don't turn up late, they are very busy. We took the optional trip on offer on our day off to Herculaneum and Ravello (35 Euros each and 10 Euros each for the guide, who is excellent) - well worth doing but be aware you spend quite a long time travelling on the minibus. Enjoy!

Reviewed October 2011

WALKING IN TUSCANY

Wonderful days walking through forests and hills with inspirational views of the Tuscan countryside followed by Mamma’s home-cooked food in the evenings – great combination.

Most Inspirational Moment

The views of the Tusan countryside were amazing on all of the walks but the 360 degree views from Monte Sumbra were particularly breath-taking. Also the autumnal colours walking through the beech forests were beautiful.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Sara was brilliant. She made time for everybody and ensured we all had a great time. She provided encouragement for us on the walks and made sure that everyone in the group was able make the ascents. Sara also has a passion for the area and this shone through and was really inspirational.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Have a think about what you would like to do on the free day before you arrive. Several of us went to Lucca and had a great day walking on the old walls, visiting the cathedrals and generally relaxing in the town.

Reviewed October 2011

HIGHLIGHTS OF BOTSWANA

From the moment we arrived in Maun, every day brought another highlight – it will be hard to find another holiday which tops this one. Just outstanding from start to finish

Most Inspirational Moment

Where do I start?Here are just a few of the many moments - In the delta, sitting round the campfire enjoying the polers singing and dancing whilst a meteorite with a spectacular tail flew overhead. -Flying over the Delta. - Walking with lions in Livingstone, the helicopter flight over Victoria Falls and going into Zimbabwe to view them. - The vastness and isolation of the Salt Pans. - Watching leopards at close range in the Moremi Reserve. The sunset cruise (thank goodness for digital cameras...) Watching and listening to the nearby hippos splashing in the moonlight. The friendship of my fellow travellers (none of whom I knew beforehand) contributed greatly to the holiday, we all wanted to do the same activities, had the same interests and shared many laughs

Thoughts on Group Leader

From the moment we met Sam at the airport, he was absolutely brilliant. Nothing was too much trouble, he was well organised and unflappable and somehow produced really tasty food all cooked on the campfire. He made sure that we could all do our chosen activities including taking us across the border to Zimbabwe when he should have had a relaxing afternoon. Jamie our driver and guide was also excellent - we had some long distances to cover but he stopped when we saw game on the way, and in the reserves, he could spot animals without having to reach for binoculars like the rest of us! Bruce and James were a competent support team

Advice for Potential Travellers

Take some swimming things to the Delta, we had an opportunity to go for a dip and there was some very hastily improvised swim wear on show. Baby wipes are always useful because it is very dusty (dust coloured clothing helps too. It is possible to do several activities in one day at Livingstone so enjoy!! Binoculars come in handy. There is an inverter in the truck so lot of battery charging was done on route (take a South African adapter). No need to take masses of clothes as there is plenty of opportunity to wash clothes at the camp sites in Maun, Livingstone, Kisane and Savuti. Sturdy sandals and walking shoes are all you need for footwear. You will take a lot more photos than you might think so take high capacity memory cards for the cameras. Most importantly - just relax, let it all happen and enjoy every moment!

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