Exodus Adventure Travels

This wonderful week-long wildlife cruise in the Maldives finds travelers joining a small group and taking to the ocean on a traditionally designed sailing gulet in search of an incredibly exciting underwater world – perfect for snorkelling and swimming or sunbathing and star watching on deck. Discovering the marine ecology of the Maldives if the best way to truly experience the islands at their best with opportunities to visit untouched sandy beaches just as memorable as spotting your first manta ray or whale shark appearing from the Indian Ocean. Alongside mantas and sharks, you can expect to see several types of turtle in addition to spinner and bottlenose dolphins to ensure this is ...Read more >

Since separating from the rest of Cyprus in 1974, Northern Cyprus has received far fewer tourists than the rest of island – but some of Cyprus’s most beautiful landscapes and fascinating archaeological sites can be found here. This North Cyprus walking vacation takes you through this unspoiled region, teeming with wildlife, to introduce you to the laid back Turkish Cypriot culture and discover the remains of the civilisations that inhabited the region, dating back over 3,000 years. Along the way, you’ll visit pretty mountain villages and harbour towns; crusader castles at Kyrenia and Buffavento; and the Incirli cave, filled with stalactites and stalagmites. Most days you’ll be walking ...Read more >

This comprehensive eight-day road trip zips around north-east Oman, starting in the capital city of Muscat. Gape at the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, get lost in Mutrah Souq and cruise the coastline from an ancient trader’s perspective on a dhow. Outside the city walls, you’ll venture into a landscape cut from sandswept wadis and mountains. The Jebel Shams viewpoint balances above Wadi Ghul (‘the Grand Canyon of Oman’), plus you’ll bounce through the Wahiba Sands on a 4x4 drive. There are chances to dig deeper into Omani culture, too. Take tea with the Omani Women’s Association, break bread with a Bedouin family, and see how turtles are treated like royalty at Ras Al Jinz Turtle Reserve.Read more >

Immerse yourself amongst the ecosystems of Central America as you undertake a Costa Rica wildlife vacation that will have you peering through the undergrowth in jungles, cloud forests and mangrove swamps as well as checking out the beaches on both Pacific and Caribbean coastlines. Hiking in the realm of Arenal Volcano and staying overnight in a rainforest lodge in Piedras Blancas National Park provides a real thrill for the senses with trips to Monteverde and Savegre Cloud Forest helping to make this Costa Rica wildlife vacation an incredibly exciting and immersive experience. As you’d hope from any exotic destination for a wildlife tour, Costa Rica is blessed with an absolute abundance ...Read more >

This nine day Nile cruise vacation in Egypt actually starts on land, taking time to explore the world famous historical monuments and ancient architecture that the city and its surrounds are so famous for. Including, of course, the Great Pyramids of Giza where over a hundred of these Ancient Egyptian constructions are a powerful sight to behold. After taking an internal flight to Luxor, we take time to visit the stunning Valley of the Kings, a labyrinth of underground tombs including King Tutankhamun’s burial chamber. Crossing back over the Nile’s east bank we explore Luxor Temple and the Karnak Temple complex, before boarding the luxury cruise boat. This boat is an extremely comfortable ...Read more >

It’s the world’s highest free-standing mountain and, reaching its 5,895m, Uhuru Peak is one transformative trek, especially taking the world famous Kilimanjaro Rongai route. A ten day small group vacation, trekking with expert guides, this challenging expedition consists of six full days of walking and climbing following the only route up to the summit from the north, close to the Kenyan border. With full porterage throughout this Kilimanjaro climb, you do need a good fitness level for this tough but extremely rewarding trekking vacation although the Rongai route is, relatively, a more gentle approach than some other routes. The vacation also includes one day for acclimatisation, in the ...Read more >

Amalfi coast walking vacations are exactly what you need to fill your life with an artist's palette of colour along one of Europe's most scintillating, and romantic, coastlines. This eight-day Amalfi coast walking vacation takes place against a classic Mediterranean backdrop with mountains ascending out of the ocean ringed by walking trails and winding narrow roads. Secret grottos and coves align the shore and make Amalfi coast walks as much about getting outdoors as they are about rest and rejuvenation. Further up the steep mountain slopes you'll be invited to follow ancient donkey trails and well-worn footpaths leading to out of the way villages and towns where citrus groves span deep ...Read more >

The beauty of snowshoeing is that it takes you deep into snow-clad landscapes not accessible to drivers or trekkers. On this snowshoeing vacation in the Dolomites you’ll explore the shore of Lago di Braies and the Fanes-Senne National Park, following old WW1 tracks and forest trails and learning about the region’s military history along the way. The Dolomites are Italy’s most dramatic mountain range, with vertical limestone walls, sheer cliffs and jagged peaks soaring to over 3,000m. Its most stunning vista is the Tre Cime di Lavaredo – and this itinerary takes you along routes beneath these three jagged peaks. You’ll be taught how to walk in your snowshoes, and start out on some of the ...Read more >

This week long Finland snowshoeing vacation is a walk through winter wilderness. Based at Oulanka Basecamp in Oulanka National Park, you will trek through the serene landscapes of Finnish Lapland, where pristine forests that are laden with snow, lakes and waterfalls not only feel frozen by this far northern climate, but also by time. Beginners are welcome on this snowshoeing vacation which is ideal for hikers who love the outdoors but don’t want to stop exploring in winter. You don’t have to be a winter sports expert to explore the white wonders of not just Oulanka but also Riisitunturi National Park, where the surreal sights of snow laden spruce trees are famously beautiful. This is also a ...Read more >

During this twelve day Lithuania, Latvia and Estonia vacation, you will dip in and out of great capitals, Cold War history and even the coast. Starting in Estonia’s capital of Tallinn, where the medieval walled old town is a hub of Estonian contemporary and ancient culture. Followed closely by Tartu, a fascinating Hanseatic city dating back to the 11th century. In between these two towns, and as with all the stops on this tri-nation vacation, wilderness is never too far away and here in Estonia, we take time in Lahemaa National Park where the terrain varies from empty beaches to ancient moss covered pine forests that feel untouched by time or human intervention. Moving south into Latvia, ...Read more >

This is a seventeen day Peru highlights tour includes a four day trek up the Inca Trail, as well as visits to Lake Titicaca and the famous Nazca lines. Staying in hotels along the way, although you will be camping on the Inca Trail for three nights, where all equipment is provided and there will also be full porterage. Starting on the coast in Lima, we spend a day exploring this 16th century Spanish colonial city which, although vast, is fascinating. Moving swiftly away from the crowds, we journey south and take a sailing trip out to the Ballestas Islands National Park, one of the most populated habitats for marine bird species in the world. Back on dry land, highlights of Peru’s coastal ...Read more >

There is a lot to pack into an Amalfi coast vacation, Naples, Pompeii, Herculaneum, the island of Capri and incredible walking routes that line the coast, dipping in and out both the Gulf of Naples and the Gulf of Salerno. Both of these Gulfs compete for gorgeousness, but this eight day trip manages to capture many of their highlights, based in one charming family owned hotel for the entire stay, and taking private transport out to the various daily sites every day. The hotel, in the village of Bomerano has an outdoor pool and is in a lovely elevated position with a refreshing breeze when you most need it. Traveling in a small group, with a local expert guide accompanying you, tours ...Read more >

If you are moderately fit and have a moderate budget, this week long walking vacation in the High Atlas Mountains of Morocco is far from moderate on the experience and exquisite scales. Starting in Marrakech, we stay in a three star hotel and enjoy the sights, sounds and all things aesthetically pleasing about this fine city. From the other worldly culture of Marrakech’s souks and bazaars, we head up into the High Atlas for another worldliness of a natural kind. Swapping hotel for mountain gite and more basic accommodation, the scenery of our daily hikes every day is five star, all the way. Such as a six hour loop through the Tizi'n'Ourghsan or a hike out to Lake Tamda, perfectly poised ...Read more >

This nine day Morocco cycling vacation, around the country’s southern region, is a carefully crafted cycling circuit that takes you from Marrakech to mountains, kasbahs to coast. It certainly will have you pushing your muscles, although this is categorised as a moderate trip, with some options for more challenging rides in the foothills of Mount Toubkal if you so wish. But you will need a good level of fitness for this one. Cycling between 50-80 km per day, with a few minibus transits along the way, you will pass through some of the Atlas Mountain’s most exquisite landscapes, including a climb (and descent) to Tizi n'Test Pass (2100m), Ait Baha Lake and small villages peppered with argan ...Read more >

This two week small group vacation in Mongolia takes travelers overland from Ulaan Baatar to where sweeping steppe landscapes collide with barren desert sands, and ancient citadels appear out of dramatic dunes to provide fascinating tales of Genghis Khan and empires past. Although days spent searching for wild horses in Khustain Nuruu National Park and exploring monasteries, such as Erdene Zuu, are undoubtedly exciting there's nothing more authentic on a vacation in Mongolia than spending a few nights in the desert. Staying on a traditional ger encampment surrounded by singing sands is an experience to live long in the memory with nights around the campfire listening to traditional ...Read more >

You would be hard-pushed to find a more exciting tour of Bolivia than this two-week adventure. A guided small group tour, it takes in everything from trekking in Amboró National Park (home to nearly 1,000 bird species as well as pumas and ocelots) to a 4WD expedition around the Uyuni salt flats, a night in an ecolodge overlooking Lake Titicaca, and a series of vibrant cities. Yes it covers all the highlights of Bolivia, but this is no whistle-stop tour. You’re exploring at a pace that allows you to really immerse yourself in landscapes like nowhere else in the world, and colourful indigenous culture. Accompanied by an expert tour leader who will ensure everything runs smoothly, you’ll ...Read more >

There are roads and then there are the stuff of legends which is why this fortnight long Silk Road group tour has become an incredible experience, well-worth investigating further. This is your chance to go on a Silk Road small group tour that features the stunning scenes once witnessed by traders and merchants making their way from Europe and into Asia. Find out what it may have been like for Marco Polo as you venture from the Mediterranean and into China via Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan where steeped mountain slopes and ancient architectural achievements provide ever-changing scenes to accompany your tour. Explore the unchartered tourist territory of central Asia where some ...Read more >

Those lucky enough to have explored the southwest coast of Turkey often rank it among the finest in the Mediterranean. Here, the mountains of the hinterland stretch to the sea, forming bays, inlets and islands of extraordinary natural beauty, and the waters are clear and deeply coloured, giving rise to the name the Turquoise Coast. On the mountain flanks are beautiful areas of cedar and Mediterranean oak forest. In essence, the perfect place to explore by sea kayak. These long, stable vessels are easy to steer and paddle, great fun to pilot and require no previous experience. They can approach beaches and inlets where larger crafts cannot reach and allow us to take a closer look and explore ...Read more >

What’s not to love about walking in the mountains of Bosnia Herzegovina? Sutjeska National Park, especially, encapsulates this lesser-known region of the Balkans and boasts not only walking routes through the last primeval forest on the continent but also trails around the foothills of the dramatic Durmitor Mountains. From climbing the country’s highest mountain peak to discovering secret waterfalls, glacial lakes and the untouched towns of Sarajevo and Mostar, this unforgettable small group experience is guaranteed to have you singing the praises of Bosnia Herzegovina from the top of your lungs. Chances to go rafting down the Neretva Canyon or walking along the ridge overlooking the ...Read more >

Exciting activities and cultural enlightenment await as you embark on a week in Jordan featuring all the major points of interest, from Jerash and Amman, in the north, to Wadi Rum and the Red Sea, in the south. Where else would you have the chance to go snorkelling over coral reefs and float on a saline sea, before spending a couple of days exploring the fascinating sandstone carved city of Petra prior to camping out under the stars amongst the folds of the desert? This one-week in Jordan vacation offers an ideal introduction to the history, culture and landscapes of the area with the Roman heritage of the Middle East just as integral to this sort of cultural tour as traditional Bedouin ...Read more >