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Get in the saddle

Cover photograph: Cycling in Provence with Mont Ventoux in the distance created by illustrator Paul Shipper.Main photograph: Cape Argus Cycle Tour in South Africa. See p60.

of our travellers would recommend us to their friends

of our travellers think we design and operate trips to benefit the local

community and environment

4.7 out of 5 average trip rating based on the past 100 online

customer reviews

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97% C O N T E N T S

4 YOUR ADVENTURE, YOUR WAY Ways to travel

6 WHAT'S NEW? From Japan to Peru: our new trips

8 ASK THE EXPERTS Our team answer your questions

9 WHY EXODUS? Ten reasons to travel with Exodus

10 MEET YOUR HOST A selection of our best accommodation

14 ¡BIENVENIDO! Exploring Central and South America

16 LEADER PROFILE: MARINELLA BOZZETTI Discover Puglia with a true local

17 TRENDING NOW: FAT BIKING A different spin on a cycling holiday

18 IT'S IN THE BAG Packing advice for your next trip

19 UNESCO: MYTHS & LEGENDS Discover the legends behind eight timeless wonders

22 KALEIDOSCOPIC INDIA Highlights from four regions of India

26 KNOW BEFORE YOU GO Top tips and helpful advice ahead of your trip

27 BEYOND THE SEA Customer Rebecca Davis talks about

time off the bike

30 FREEWHEELING The beauty of self-guided cycling holidays

32 TOUR DE FORCE Journalist Ned Boulting shares his

Exodus adventure

36 HOLIDAY LISTINGS Details of all our cycling trips in one place

Welcome to our new Cycling Adventures brochure, your ticket to the best rides on the planet.

Seeing the world on two wheels is one of the most liberating ways to travel, awakening your senses and filling you with inspiration. On a bike, you can soak up the atmosphere and get right to the heart of the action, whether that’s enjoying uninterrupted views over rolling landscapes or listening to the chatter of local languages as you ride through rural villages. Nothing beats the satisfaction of

exploring the length and breadth of a country under your own steam.

This brochure is packed full of ideas and tips on the world’s greatest cycling routes, from iconic cols with worldwide reputations to cycling’s best kept secrets. Discover a host of stories from real Exodus travellers, expert packing advice, and brand new carefully crafted itineraries we think you’ll love. You’ll also find holiday overviews to give you a glimpse of what our adventures are all about. All you need to decide is how you do it - whether you join a guided group, enjoy a relaxing self-guided ride, or customise your own perfect tailormade adventure.

Get in the saddle – it’s time for an adventure…

Andy Ross, Head of Product

Call 0203 811 5187 or visit exodus.co.uk

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Get in the saddle

Cover photograph: Cycling in Provence with Mont Ventoux in the distance created by illustrator Paul Shipper.Main photograph: Cape Argus Cycle Tour in South Africa. See p60.

of our travellers would recommend us to their friends

of our travellers think we design and operate trips to benefit the local

community and environment

4.7 out of 5 average trip rating based on the past 100 online

customer reviews

98%

97% C O N T E N T S

4 YOUR ADVENTURE, YOUR WAY Ways to travel

6 WHAT'S NEW? From Japan to Peru: our new trips

8 ASK THE EXPERTS Our team answer your questions

9 WHY EXODUS? Ten reasons to travel with Exodus

10 MEET YOUR HOST A selection of our best accommodation

14 ¡BIENVENIDO! Exploring Central and South America

16 LEADER PROFILE: MARINELLA BOZZETTI Discover Puglia with a true local

17 TRENDING NOW: FAT BIKING A different spin on a cycling holiday

18 IT'S IN THE BAG Packing advice for your next trip

19 UNESCO: MYTHS & LEGENDS Discover the legends behind eight timeless wonders

22 KALEIDOSCOPIC INDIA Highlights from four regions of India

26 KNOW BEFORE YOU GO Top tips and helpful advice ahead of your trip

27 BEYOND THE SEA Customer Rebecca Davis talks about

time off the bike

30 FREEWHEELING The beauty of self-guided cycling holidays

32 TOUR DE FORCE Journalist Ned Boulting shares his

Exodus adventure

36 HOLIDAY LISTINGS Details of all our cycling trips in one place

Welcome to our new Cycling Adventures brochure, your ticket to the best rides on the planet.

Seeing the world on two wheels is one of the most liberating ways to travel, awakening your senses and filling you with inspiration. On a bike, you can soak up the atmosphere and get right to the heart of the action, whether that’s enjoying uninterrupted views over rolling landscapes or listening to the chatter of local languages as you ride through rural villages. Nothing beats the satisfaction of

exploring the length and breadth of a country under your own steam.

This brochure is packed full of ideas and tips on the world’s greatest cycling routes, from iconic cols with worldwide reputations to cycling’s best kept secrets. Discover a host of stories from real Exodus travellers, expert packing advice, and brand new carefully crafted itineraries we think you’ll love. You’ll also find holiday overviews to give you a glimpse of what our adventures are all about. All you need to decide is how you do it - whether you join a guided group, enjoy a relaxing self-guided ride, or customise your own perfect tailormade adventure.

Get in the saddle – it’s time for an adventure…

Andy Ross, Head of Product


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YOUR A DV EN TURE ,YOUR WAY

Just as no two people are the same, no two holidays need to be either. With so much of the world to explore, and so many things to consider ahead of booking your dream

adventure, we offer a variety of travel options to ensure that your holiday is just as unique as you are. Because this time, it’s personal…

The Inside StoryAs Exodus customer Andrew Bass cycled through the vineyards of Italy, a perfect picture blossomed into life up ahead. Rolling towards Soave, grapes were being picked near the picturesque castle and the sun beamed over idyllic countryside.

Andrew took a guided group adventure through the Dolomites, Lake Garda and Venice. It was his first cycling holiday but over the course of the week Italy gave him more than just a few reasons to ensure it wouldn’t be his last.

“I had a fabulous time, saw some wonderful sights and met a great group of people. We were all different ages and abilities but we all gelled so well. They were a highlight of the holiday. We had fun both while riding and afterwards in bars and restaurants.”

Guide Michele helped make the trip special too: “Michele is a legend. He couldn't do enough for us, always smiling and with a great sense of humour.

“He took us to some super restaurants and cafés, advised on food and drink and his knowledge of the history, architecture and culture of the area really added to our enjoyment.”

Dolomites, Lake Garda & Venice Ride

exodus.co.uk/trip/MWD

Customised KeralaTogether with friends, Michael Winstanley has conquered Kilimanjaro and enjoyed

the awe-inspiring sights of Machu Picchu. When it was Michael’s turn to make the arrangements for the group’s latest trip, he chose to swap out the hiking boots for cycling gear and organise their first cycling adventure.

After browsing our brochure, the group opted for the Cycle Kerala & Tropical India trip. Together, the 16 friends explored the coastline and backwaters of Kerala, cruising on a traditional houseboat and experiencing south India’s diverse wildlife and culture from the saddle.

“Because Exodus tailormade our trip, the whole group could have a laugh together from the very start as we all knew each other. Some days we covered up to 60 miles, which is a long run if you’re not used to it. It wasn’t daunting though – we broke it up with various stops, watching ladies pick tea and drinking in cafés in lovely locations along the way.

India was nothing like we’d imagined – we enjoyed it in ways we didn’t know we would. Every day was different and every day was great.”

Cycle Kerala & Tropical India

exodus.co.uk/trip/MIK

Guided GroupsFor those of you that are new to Exodus, guided group trips are our most popular type of holiday. Guided exploration with a small group of travellers is how we began, and we’ve been doing it for over 40 years now. Our groups are normally between 8-16 people. This means our trips aren’t disruptive to the places we visit, and having a smaller number of guests creates a good group dynamic too. Over meals eaten together, you’ll get to know a range of people who come from different backgrounds but who have a shared interest in cycling and travel. It also works out better value for money as the costs of the trip are spread across the group. With a local expert on every adventure, you’ll experience the true nature of your chosen destination and our passionate and knowledgeable guides are famous for going the extra mile.

TailormadeThe idea is simple: have your adventure tailored to suit you. We can offer most of our holidays as tailormade adventures, perfect if you’d like to travel with a group of friends or family, or fellow club members. We can run these trips with a minimum of just two people travelling but the more people who travel the less it costs per person. All you need to do is let us know which trip you fancy, how many people are travelling and when you’d like to go.

And, of course, you still have all the same benefits of a guided group trip, including the all-important local guide and their invaluable knowledge of your destination. To find out more, or to arrange your own tailormade adventure on a date to suit you, call 0203 733 4849.

Self-Guided AdventuresRather than following a guide who points you in the right direction, the decisions are yours to make; based on personal interests and preferences and detailed route notes that offer you all the information you’ll need for your destination. Prefer to spend a lazy afternoon picnicking by a riverbank? With self-guided travel you set your own pace, which means there’s always time for that paddle in the sea, the detour to visit the nearby chateau, that extra piece of cake at lunchtime! For those looking for a little more independence, self-guided travel provides the opportunity for you to explore things in your own way. And of course, we take care of your luggage making sure it’s transferred and ready for you at your next accommodation. Perfect for that anniversary or birthday celebration!

exodus.co.uk/cycling-holidays/self-guided

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FlexibilityYou don’t have to be travelling with a dozen friends to tailor a holiday to fit your requirements.

There’s plenty of scope to make one of our adventures perfect for you, whether you’re travelling with a guided group or on one of our tailormade trips.

If you’re looking to add a touch of luxury, we can arrange flight upgrades to allow you to travel to your destination in style.

If you simply wish to fly to and from your closest airport, then we can arrange regional departures to make going on an Exodus trip that little bit easier.

In fact, making our holidays as hassle-free for you as possible is our priority, so if you’re travelling onwards to a different destination after your Exodus trip, or if you want to stay for a few more days, we can make all of those arrangements for you too.

Tailoring your special adventure is as easy as just giving us a call and talking to a member of our team.


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For full holiday listings see from p36

Your Adventure, Your Way

YOUR A DV EN TURE ,YOUR WAY

Just as no two people are the same, no two holidays need to be either. With so much of the world to explore, and so many things to consider ahead of booking your dream

adventure, we offer a variety of travel options to ensure that your holiday is just as unique as you are. Because this time, it’s personal…

The Inside StoryAs Exodus customer Andrew Bass cycled through the vineyards of Italy, a perfect picture blossomed into life up ahead. Rolling towards Soave, grapes were being picked near the picturesque castle and the sun beamed over idyllic countryside.

Andrew took a guided group adventure through the Dolomites, Lake Garda and Venice. It was his first cycling holiday but over the course of the week Italy gave him more than just a few reasons to ensure it wouldn’t be his last.

“I had a fabulous time, saw some wonderful sights and met a great group of people. We were all different ages and abilities but we all gelled so well. They were a highlight of the holiday. We had fun both while riding and afterwards in bars and restaurants.”

Guide Michele helped make the trip special too: “Michele is a legend. He couldn't do enough for us, always smiling and with a great sense of humour.

“He took us to some super restaurants and cafés, advised on food and drink and his knowledge of the history, architecture and culture of the area really added to our enjoyment.”



Customised KeralaTogether with friends, Michael Winstanley has conquered Kilimanjaro and enjoyed

the awe-inspiring sights of Machu Picchu. When it was Michael’s turn to make the arrangements for the group’s latest trip, he chose to swap out the hiking boots for cycling gear and organise their first cycling adventure.

After browsing our brochure, the group opted for the Cycle Kerala & Tropical India trip. Together, the 16 friends explored the coastline and backwaters of Kerala, cruising on a traditional houseboat and experiencing south India’s diverse wildlife and culture from the saddle.

“Because Exodus tailormade our trip, the whole group could have a laugh together from the very start as we all knew each other. Some days we covered up to 60 miles, which is a long run if you’re not used to it. It wasn’t daunting though – we broke it up with various stops, watching ladies pick tea and drinking in cafés in lovely locations along the way.

India was nothing like we’d imagined – we enjoyed it in ways we didn’t know we would. Every day was different and every day was great.”



Guided GroupsFor those of you that are new to Exodus, guided group trips are our most popular type of holiday. Guided exploration with a small group of travellers is how we began, and we’ve been doing it for over 40 years now. Our groups are normally between 8-16 people. This means our trips aren’t disruptive to the places we visit, and having a smaller number of guests creates a good group dynamic too. Over meals eaten together, you’ll get to know a range of people who come from different backgrounds but who have a shared interest in cycling and travel. It also works out better value for money as the costs of the trip are spread across the group. With a local expert on every adventure, you’ll experience the true nature of your chosen destination and our passionate and knowledgeable guides are famous for going the extra mile.

TailormadeThe idea is simple: have your adventure tailored to suit you. We can offer most of our holidays as tailormade adventures, perfect if you’d like to travel with a group of friends or family, or fellow club members. We can run these trips with a minimum of just two people travelling but the more people who travel the less it costs per person. All you need to do is let us know which trip you fancy, how many people are travelling and when you’d like to go.

And, of course, you still have all the same benefits of a guided group trip, including the all-important local guide and their invaluable knowledge of your destination. To find out more, or to arrange your own tailormade adventure on a date to suit you, call 0203 733 4849.

Self-Guided AdventuresRather than following a guide who points you in the right direction, the decisions are yours to make; based on personal interests and preferences and detailed route notes that offer you all the information you’ll need for your destination. Prefer to spend a lazy afternoon picnicking by a riverbank? With self-guided travel you set your own pace, which means there’s always time for that paddle in the sea, the detour to visit the nearby chateau, that extra piece of cake at lunchtime! For those looking for a little more independence, self-guided travel provides the opportunity for you to explore things in your own way. And of course, we take care of your luggage making sure it’s transferred and ready for you at your next accommodation. Perfect for that anniversary or birthday celebration!

exodus.co.uk/cycling-holidays/self-guided

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FlexibilityYou don’t have to be travelling with a dozen friends to tailor a holiday to fit your requirements.

There’s plenty of scope to make one of our adventures perfect for you, whether you’re travelling with a guided group or on one of our tailormade trips.

If you’re looking to add a touch of luxury, we can arrange flight upgrades to allow you to travel to your destination in style.

If you simply wish to fly to and from your closest airport, then we can arrange regional departures to make going on an Exodus trip that little bit easier.

In fact, making our holidays as hassle-free for you as possible is our priority, so if you’re travelling onwards to a different destination after your Exodus trip, or if you want to stay for a few more days, we can make all of those arrangements for you too.

Tailoring your special adventure is as easy as just giving us a call and talking to a member of our team.


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Your Adventure, Your Way

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BEST FOR RURAL CYCLING

There is no better way to experience the ever-changing landscapes of Japan than on two wheels. Pedal from the rugged seascapes and wild beaches of the Noto Peninsula to picturesque farmlands and remote mountainous regions of Takayama and UNESCO Shirakawa-go. From temples, shrines and markets, to hot springs and nights in traditional Japanese ryokan guesthouses – this trip offers rural cycling and cultural highlights.Cycling in Japan

exodus.co.uk/trip/MOJ

Exodus offers over 500 adventures around the world, and there's nothing we love more than adding new destinations to our ever-expanding horizons. Whether a group cycling trip or tailormade adventure, there's something to suit you. Here are just some of our newest ways to explore the world on two wheels...

2 Switzerland & Italy

BEST FOR FOOD LOVERS

Discover four lakes – Orta, Maggiore, Lugano and Como – on this classic route that takes in both Switzerland and Italy. In a region famed for its raw natural beauty there’s also stunning architecture – the Rocca di Angera and Hermitage of St. Catherine are but two examples – and delightfully pretty Italian villages en route. This region is known for its grappa, wonderful cheeses and there’s delightfully scented local honey too.Cycling the Italian & Swiss Lakes

exodus.co.uk/trip/MEL

4 PeruBEST FOR DISCOVERING IT ALL

“This trip is a series of highlights,” says Paul Cripps, our local partner who helped design this adventure. “It’s impossible to pick just one! If I had to, it would be the 75km tarmac descent from Abra Malaga (4,200m) high in the Andes to deep in the cloud forest, then past coffee and banana plantations, ending with a dip in the hot springs.” This journey takes you way off the beaten track, and closer to local Peruvian life than ever before. Guests even get to spend a night on a working alpaca hacienda, as well as a homestay on the shores of Lake Titicaca. Plus there’s the opportunity to explore the ruins around Cusco and the Sacred Valley by bike.

“The roads are mainly tarmac – or in some cases easy dirt tracks – and there’s also a daywalk along a royal Inca Trail to the ‘backdoor’ of Machu Picchu, which is really exciting!” says Paul. “It took a lot of tinkering to get the route right, as it’s the first

time these sights have been put together in one cycling holiday. It lets you see everything that Peru has to offer, but at the same time get off the tourist trail and delve deep into the real Peru using pedal power.”Cycle Peru: Machu Picchu & Titicaca

exodus.co.uk/trip/MPB

1 VietnamBEST FOR GETTING OFF THE BEATEN TRACK

“This is rural Vietnam at its finest,” says Trip Manager Megan Devenish. “There’s barely a car or motorbike on the road and the rolling hills combined with challenging mountain passes and thrilling descents make for a real adventure.” The journey starts in lowland paddy fields before passing through the UNESCO site of the Ha Giang Geo Park and ending in Bac Ha famed for its traditional steam baths.

“What you put in with effort is well rewarded with spectacular scenery,” she continues. “Ha Giang is a yet to be discovered natural wonder; huge limestone cliffs are scattered with tiny hamlets where life for the many tribal people has remained largely unchanged for decades. Expect to be greeted by many curious locals in brightly coloured traditional dress, they are as intrigued to meet you as you are them.” Cycle the Hilltribes of Vietnam

exodus.co.uk/trip/MOU

What’s New?

For more new trips...

look out for the flag from

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Tailormade adventures are available on most Exodus trips, so if you'd like to arrange a special holiday feel free to email our Tailormade team to find out more: [email protected]

What's New?6

Call 0203 811 5187 or visit exodus.co.ukFor full holiday listings see from p36

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BEST FOR RURAL CYCLING

There is no better way to experience the ever-changing landscapes of Japan than on two wheels. Pedal from the rugged seascapes and wild beaches of the Noto Peninsula to picturesque farmlands and remote mountainous regions of Takayama and UNESCO Shirakawa-go. From temples, shrines and markets, to hot springs and nights in traditional Japanese ryokan guesthouses – this trip offers rural cycling and cultural highlights.Cycling in Japan


Exodus offers over 500 adventures around the world, and there's nothing we love more than adding new destinations to our ever-expanding horizons. Whether a group cycling trip or tailormade adventure, there's something to suit you. Here are just some of our newest ways to explore the world on two wheels...

2 Switzerland & Italy

BEST FOR FOOD LOVERS

Discover four lakes – Orta, Maggiore, Lugano and Como – on this classic route that takes in both Switzerland and Italy. In a region famed for its raw natural beauty there’s also stunning architecture – the Rocca di Angera and Hermitage of St. Catherine are but two examples – and delightfully pretty Italian villages en route. This region is known for its grappa, wonderful cheeses and there’s delightfully scented local honey too.Cycling the Italian & Swiss Lakes


4 PeruBEST FOR DISCOVERING IT ALL

“This trip is a series of highlights,” says Paul Cripps, our local partner who helped design this adventure. “It’s impossible to pick just one! If I had to, it would be the 75km tarmac descent from Abra Malaga (4,200m) high in the Andes to deep in the cloud forest, then past coffee and banana plantations, ending with a dip in the hot springs.” This journey takes you way off the beaten track, and closer to local Peruvian life than ever before. Guests even get to spend a night on a working alpaca hacienda, as well as a homestay on the shores of Lake Titicaca. Plus there’s the opportunity to explore the ruins around Cusco and the Sacred Valley by bike.

“The roads are mainly tarmac – or in some cases easy dirt tracks – and there’s also a daywalk along a royal Inca Trail to the ‘backdoor’ of Machu Picchu, which is really exciting!” says Paul. “It took a lot of tinkering to get the route right, as it’s the first

time these sights have been put together in one cycling holiday. It lets you see everything that Peru has to offer, but at the same time get off the tourist trail and delve deep into the real Peru using pedal power.”Cycle Peru: Machu Picchu & Titicaca


1 VietnamBEST FOR GETTING OFF THE BEATEN TRACK

“This is rural Vietnam at its finest,” says Trip Manager Megan Devenish. “There’s barely a car or motorbike on the road and the rolling hills combined with challenging mountain passes and thrilling descents make for a real adventure.” The journey starts in lowland paddy fields before passing through the UNESCO site of the Ha Giang Geo Park and ending in Bac Ha famed for its traditional steam baths.

“What you put in with effort is well rewarded with spectacular scenery,” she continues. “Ha Giang is a yet to be discovered natural wonder; huge limestone cliffs are scattered with tiny hamlets where life for the many tribal people has remained largely unchanged for decades. Expect to be greeted by many curious locals in brightly coloured traditional dress, they are as intrigued to meet you as you are them.” Cycle the Hilltribes of Vietnam


What’s New?

For more new trips...

look out for the flag from

page 36NEW

Tailormade adventures are available on most Exodus trips, so if you'd like to arrange a special holiday feel free to email our Tailormade team to find out more: [email protected]

What's New?6


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Q I’m going on my first solo cycling holiday and feel a bit nervous! What should I expect?

A Around half of our customers book independently, so there will likely be other solo travellers in your group, and on our group trips everyone is really up for socialising. Even when meals aren’t already organised as part of the itinerary, your leader will initiate booking something so everyone tends to eat together. You don't ever have to be by yourself if you don't want to be.

In terms of cycling there’s always a real range of experience and fitness levels on our group trips. You're encouraged to ride at your own pace, and it’s always possible to find someone of the same ability as you. Some people will always be at the front, and some will bring up the rear so there’s nothing to worry about - you can take your time and relax.

Q Responsible tourism is important to me. How does Exodus have a positive impact?

A A cycling holiday is by definition low impact as most of the travel is done under your own steam. Exodus takes this one step further by ensuring every trip is designed in such a way that local communities benefit from our visit. We do this by employing local staff, seeking out the best small locally owned accommodation and by visiting national parks and heritage sites where our custom is crucial to their continued preservation.

We also ensure that our itineraries steer off the well-beaten path, so those who wouldn’t usually benefit from tourism have a chance to do so. Exodus believes in contributing further to the communities it visits and we fund many projects ranging from providing sanitation and water to education programmes and training.

Q What preparation should I do in advance of my trip, and how do I know which is the right activity level for me?

A The amount of preparation depends on the grade of the trip. A leisurely or moderate trip will be suitable as long as you are healthy, enjoy exercising outdoors and are confident riding a bike. More challenging trips will require more preparation and previous experience. And obviously the fitter you are the more you’ll enjoy it. Although we do offer challenging trips for those who want them, all of our cycling holidays are just that, holidays. A support vehicle will accompany riders, carrying tools and spares, refreshments, your luggage and even you if you fancy a break. Our activity level dials give an illustration of how easy or hard a trip will be, and takes into account the daily cycling distances and terrain, as well as any technical riding skill required.

Q How do I go about putting together a group holiday for my local cycling club? Do you have any tips?

A Almost all of our trips can be arranged as tailormade adventures. All you need to do is let us know the dates you fancy, and the kind of trip that you’d like to do, and we’ll do the rest. We arrange flights, transfers, and an experienced local leader to make sure you have the best adventure possible. We operate the majority of our trips based on a minimum of two people, but we can accommodate up to 20. The larger the group, the more flexible we can be, and the less it costs per person.

If you’re not sure what trip you want to do, contact us anyway. We’ll work with you and your club to develop an amazing cycling tour based on your requirements for destination, duration and cycling ability. Plus we can add on beach or relaxation time at the end of the trip.

Sharmil GoswamiTailormade Manager

Dave SearProduct Manager

Andy RossHead of Product

Megan DevenishResponsible Tourism Manager

A SK THE E XPERTS

Everyone at Exodus is passionate about travel and adventure, and we pride ourselves on our expertise. We have a dedicated team of cycling experts who have crafted our

amazing two-wheeled adventures. They answer your questions below…

W H Y E XODUS?

Trust: We're one of only five Which? Recommended travel providers, and happily host over 10,000 unedited customer reviews of our holidays online.

Expert:We’ve been doing this for more than 40 years and each year our staff travel across the globe to gain that first hand knowledge so needed to keep our adventures special.

Value:We offer the best experience at a fair price, ensuring plenty of inclusions on all our itineraries. We also detail what you are likely to spend on your trip in our literature.

Leader: We are proud of the dedication, local knowledge and professionalism of our worldwide team of leaders. And it seems you rate them highly too, with customer feedback scores averaging 4.75 out of 5.

Choice: We offer hundreds of adventures around the globe. We also offer different ways to travel, whether tailormade, as part of a guided group, or self-guided. So there really is an adventure for everyone.

Flexible: Want to upgrade your flights? Spend a week relaxing on a beach after your trip? Anything is possible when you speak with one of our experts.

Safe:We’ll meet you from the airport, get you safely from place to place and ensure you have the right kit to tackle specialist activities.

Secure: Exodus hold an Air Traffic Organisers Licence (ATOL no. 2582), we’re IATA accredited and are members of ABTA, so you can be confident you are buying from a safe and trusted company.

Responsible: We always remember that we are only ever guests in the places we visit. We travel courteously and are always working to improve the positive impact of our tourism across the globe.

Loved: We’re delighted that 97% of our guests would recommend us to a friend, and that so many of our guests travel with us again and again each year.

Since 1974, customers have turned (and returned) to Exodus to organise their ideal holiday. We choose each of our adventures carefully, not only considering what you want from an adventure, but how our footprint in those destinations could potentially benefit the societies that so generously share their homes with us. You can find out more about what Responsible Tourism means to Exodus on our website, but for now here are ten more reasons to book your next trip with us.

exodus.co.uk/responsible-travel

For full holiday listings see from p36 Call 0203 811 5187 or visit exodus.co.uk

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Q I’m going on my first solo cycling holiday and feel a bit nervous! What should I expect?

A Around half of our customers book independently, so there will likely be other solo travellers in your group, and on our group trips everyone is really up for socialising. Even when meals aren’t already organised as part of the itinerary, your leader will initiate booking something so everyone tends to eat together. You don't ever have to be by yourself if you don't want to be.

In terms of cycling there’s always a real range of experience and fitness levels on our group trips. You're encouraged to ride at your own pace, and it’s always possible to find someone of the same ability as you. Some people will always be at the front, and some will bring up the rear so there’s nothing to worry about - you can take your time and relax.

Q Responsible tourism is important to me. How does Exodus have a positive impact?

A A cycling holiday is by definition low impact as most of the travel is done under your own steam. Exodus takes this one step further by ensuring every trip is designed in such a way that local communities benefit from our visit. We do this by employing local staff, seeking out the best small locally owned accommodation and by visiting national parks and heritage sites where our custom is crucial to their continued preservation.

We also ensure that our itineraries steer off the well-beaten path, so those who wouldn’t usually benefit from tourism have a chance to do so. Exodus believes in contributing further to the communities it visits and we fund many projects ranging from providing sanitation and water to education programmes and training.

Q What preparation should I do in advance of my trip, and how do I know which is the right activity level for me?

A The amount of preparation depends on the grade of the trip. A leisurely or moderate trip will be suitable as long as you are healthy, enjoy exercising outdoors and are confident riding a bike. More challenging trips will require more preparation and previous experience. And obviously the fitter you are the more you’ll enjoy it. Although we do offer challenging trips for those who want them, all of our cycling holidays are just that, holidays. A support vehicle will accompany riders, carrying tools and spares, refreshments, your luggage and even you if you fancy a break. Our activity level dials give an illustration of how easy or hard a trip will be, and takes into account the daily cycling distances and terrain, as well as any technical riding skill required.

Q How do I go about putting together a group holiday for my local cycling club? Do you have any tips?

A Almost all of our trips can be arranged as tailormade adventures. All you need to do is let us know the dates you fancy, and the kind of trip that you’d like to do, and we’ll do the rest. We arrange flights, transfers, and an experienced local leader to make sure you have the best adventure possible. We operate the majority of our trips based on a minimum of two people, but we can accommodate up to 20. The larger the group, the more flexible we can be, and the less it costs per person.

If you’re not sure what trip you want to do, contact us anyway. We’ll work with you and your club to develop an amazing cycling tour based on your requirements for destination, duration and cycling ability. Plus we can add on beach or relaxation time at the end of the trip.

Sharmil GoswamiTailormade Manager

Dave SearProduct Manager

Andy RossHead of Product

Megan DevenishResponsible Tourism Manager

A SK THE E XPERTS

Everyone at Exodus is passionate about travel and adventure, and we pride ourselves on our expertise. We have a dedicated team of cycling experts who have crafted our

amazing two-wheeled adventures. They answer your questions below…

W H Y E XODUS?

Trust: We're one of only five Which? Recommended travel providers, and happily host over 10,000 unedited customer reviews of our holidays online.

Expert:We’ve been doing this for more than 40 years and each year our staff travel across the globe to gain that first hand knowledge so needed to keep our adventures special.

Value:We offer the best experience at a fair price, ensuring plenty of inclusions on all our itineraries. We also detail what you are likely to spend on your trip in our literature.

Leader: We are proud of the dedication, local knowledge and professionalism of our worldwide team of leaders. And it seems you rate them highly too, with customer feedback scores averaging 4.75 out of 5.

Choice: We offer hundreds of adventures around the globe. We also offer different ways to travel, whether tailormade, as part of a guided group, or self-guided. So there really is an adventure for everyone.

Flexible: Want to upgrade your flights? Spend a week relaxing on a beach after your trip? Anything is possible when you speak with one of our experts.

Safe:We’ll meet you from the airport, get you safely from place to place and ensure you have the right kit to tackle specialist activities.

Secure: Exodus hold an Air Traffic Organisers Licence (ATOL no. 2582), we’re IATA accredited and are members of ABTA, so you can be confident you are buying from a safe and trusted company.

Responsible: We always remember that we are only ever guests in the places we visit. We travel courteously and are always working to improve the positive impact of our tourism across the globe.

Loved: We’re delighted that 97% of our guests would recommend us to a friend, and that so many of our guests travel with us again and again each year.

Since 1974, customers have turned (and returned) to Exodus to organise their ideal holiday. We choose each of our adventures carefully, not only considering what you want from an adventure, but how our footprint in those destinations could potentially benefit the societies that so generously share their homes with us. You can find out more about what Responsible Tourism means to Exodus on our website, but for now here are ten more reasons to book your next trip with us.



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Whether you’re drifting off to sleep on a Keralan houseboat or bedding down in a remote wilderness lodge surrounded by nothing but nature, when you travel with Exodus your accommodation will always be just a little bit different. That’s because our holidays allow you to combine the adventure holiday of a lifetime with the opportunity to experience local life by staying in locally-owned hotels and guesthouses, where possible. You could be staying in a Cuban Casa Particulares, a converted olive farm or even a remote Finnish log cabin. But wherever you stay, you’re guaranteed a warm welcome from our friendly local hosts...

M E E T YOU R HO S T

Make a differenceAware that we’re only guests in the destinations we visit, we keep responsible tourism and

sustainability at the heart of what we do.That goes for everything, from choosing the right

hotels to keeping our cyclists hydrated. No matter where they’re headed, we encourage our customers to take their own refillable bottle. In India, the initiative meant that 162,000 fewer plastic bottles were disposed of in 2017.

With the help of our local partners, guests in Costa Rica now top up from a 25 gallon tank on our support vehicle. In Nicaragua and Panama, where tap water isn’t safe to drink, guides purchase large containers of drinking water from strategic points along the way.

So if you’re packing for your next cycling holiday, make a refillable plastic bottle a priority.


10 11Meet Your Host

Whether you’re drifting off to sleep on a Keralan houseboat or bedding down in a remote wilderness lodge surrounded by nothing but nature, when you travel with Exodus your accommodation will always be just a little bit different. That’s because our holidays allow you to combine the adventure holiday of a lifetime with the opportunity to experience local life by staying in locally-owned hotels and guesthouses, where possible. You could be staying in a Cuban Casa Particulares, a converted olive farm or even a remote Finnish log cabin. But wherever you stay, you’re guaranteed a warm welcome from our friendly local hosts...

M E E T YOU R HO S T

Make a differenceAware that we’re only guests in the destinations we visit, we keep responsible tourism and

sustainability at the heart of what we do.That goes for everything, from choosing the right

hotels to keeping our cyclists hydrated. No matter where they’re headed, we encourage our customers to take their own refillable bottle. In India, the initiative meant that 162,000 fewer plastic bottles were disposed of in 2017.

With the help of our local partners, guests in Costa Rica now top up from a 25 gallon tank on our support vehicle. In Nicaragua and Panama, where tap water isn’t safe to drink, guides purchase large containers of drinking water from strategic points along the way.

So if you’re packing for your next cycling holiday, make a refillable plastic bottle a priority.


10 11Meet Your Host

TRADITIONAL LOG CABIN

“Long before guests spot the cabin tucked away in the snowy forest they see smoke coming from the chimney,” says Markus Gottwald, one of the guides often based at Russian End, a traditional log cabin

moments from the Finnish border with Russia. “After a day on fat bikes, I’m here to greet them with hot soup, the sauna fired up and candles burning to give a cosy warm glow. There are no other people around, but sometimes reindeer come to the yard or you can see footprints from elk, birds and wolverines. There’s no electricity, no running water, and no phones or internet. It’s so nice seeing people connect in the real world, enjoying simple pleasures like conversation and cards. After spending time here everyone is completely relaxed and it’s like the guests have known each other for a very long time.”Fat Biking in Finland

exodus.co.uk/trip/MEF

A CULINARY CLASSIC“I spent my childhood on a mountain farm, with hay heaped up in the attic, cows in the barn, and a huge plot of vegetables and herbs,” says Hotel Adler’s head chef Helene Markart. She came to work at the hotel 30

years ago as a cook, and is now married to Christian Pircher, whose grandfather bought the hotel in 1960. Located on a pretty village square in Villabassa, it’s been renovated to a high standard, and they are committed to using 100% clean energy including solar and hydro-power. It’s down-to-earth and welcoming, with a cosy bar and exceptionally good restaurant. "Respect for nature and the seasons underpin my culinary credo,” says Helene who uses local, seasonal ingredients in all her dishes. Even the wine comes mainly from the Dolomites region. It’s this philosophy – combined with her excellent cooking – that has earned the hotel a place in the Michelin guide.Dolomites Centre-Based Cycling

exodus.co.uk/trip/MED

CASA PARTICULARES “Unassuming, welcoming and comfortable, Alberto’s Casa is a shaded sanctuary within the lively town of Trinidad. There is always a friendly face to offer you a lemonade or generously poured mojito, and it’s the ideal central

meeting point for groups when staying in a cluster of nearby casas in the neighbourhood,” says Exodus local partner, Adam Roberts. Not all properties are family-run - although most are – and we recommend learning some basic Spanish before travelling if you want to enjoy some interaction with the owners. Décor is colourful – and facilities simple – it enables our guests to get closer to a genuine local experience. “Alberto’s Casa has evolved over time to suit our needs. The kitchen and bar are of a remarkably high standard considering how difficult it is to source ingredients in Cuba, and the addition of a wine cellar is unique!”Cuban Highlights Ride

exodus.co.uk/trip/MAC

KERALAN HOUSEBOAT

After an energetic coast to coast adventure across India, is there any better way to unwind than floating languorously downstream on a Keralan Houseboat? Here you’ll be warmly greeted by Mr Sunil, who has

been hosting guests since 2000. “This is a very calm and quiet journey, perfect to help guests relax. The converted rice barges are open on both sides, encouraging a natural breeze and allowing stunning views of both sides of the river. Throughout the journey people can watch local life, and in the evenings visit local villages to experience it more closely.” Keralans are famous for their hospitality and Mr Sunil’s staff are no different. “We love meeting new guests and taking care of them. Each day we buy all the ingredients for the kitchen from the local market, and serve traditional food.”Southern India Coast to Coast Ride

exodus.co.uk/trip/MIT

A CONVERTED COUNTRY HOUSE “The olive oil farm has been in my family for decades, and the estate dates back to the the 18th Century,” says Maria João Feio, owner of Quinta do Barracão da Vilariça. Surrounded by stunning landscape stretching

into the distance, as well as the estate’s own olive and almond trees, the building has its original facade and there’s a wonderful smell of fresh air here. “We welcome guests into our home with a glass of local wine, as we would do with a family member or friend. The first thing they normally want to do is dive in the swimming pool! Guests experience typical food and ingredients hand-picked from the Douro region. Most are from our estate and we respect the seasonality of the products.”Self-Guided Cycling in the Douro Valley

exodus.co.uk/trip/LRC

AN APULIAN MASSERIASet amongst endless olive groves and vineyards that stretch across the Apulian countryside are the so-called masserie, ancient fortified homesteads originally designed to withstand invasions. “Although

Masseria Bosco was converted into accommodation in the 1990s, it is still a working farm, with 100 hectares of olive trees, as well as lemon and orange groves,” says owner Pierangela de Padova who runs the hotel with her family. “Here we use every part of the olive and nothing goes to waste; the stone is used as combustible material and part of the natural oil is recycled to make moisturisers and shampoos for each room. We also grow most of the food that we serve, including wheat for the pasta and bread. Our restaurant is well-known locally, and serves fantastic regional dishes prepared using fresh produce and organic ingredients."Cycling Puglia & Matera

exodus.co.uk/trip/MWV


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TRADITIONAL LOG CABIN

“Long before guests spot the cabin tucked away in the snowy forest they see smoke coming from the chimney,” says Markus Gottwald, one of the guides often based at Russian End, a traditional log cabin

moments from the Finnish border with Russia. “After a day on fat bikes, I’m here to greet them with hot soup, the sauna fired up and candles burning to give a cosy warm glow. There are no other people around, but sometimes reindeer come to the yard or you can see footprints from elk, birds and wolverines. There’s no electricity, no running water, and no phones or internet. It’s so nice seeing people connect in the real world, enjoying simple pleasures like conversation and cards. After spending time here everyone is completely relaxed and it’s like the guests have known each other for a very long time.”Fat Biking in Finland


A CULINARY CLASSIC“I spent my childhood on a mountain farm, with hay heaped up in the attic, cows in the barn, and a huge plot of vegetables and herbs,” says Hotel Adler’s head chef Helene Markart. She came to work at the hotel 30

years ago as a cook, and is now married to Christian Pircher, whose grandfather bought the hotel in 1960. Located on a pretty village square in Villabassa, it’s been renovated to a high standard, and they are committed to using 100% clean energy including solar and hydro-power. It’s down-to-earth and welcoming, with a cosy bar and exceptionally good restaurant. "Respect for nature and the seasons underpin my culinary credo,” says Helene who uses local, seasonal ingredients in all her dishes. Even the wine comes mainly from the Dolomites region. It’s this philosophy – combined with her excellent cooking – that has earned the hotel a place in the Michelin guide.Dolomites Centre-Based Cycling


CASA PARTICULARES “Unassuming, welcoming and comfortable, Alberto’s Casa is a shaded sanctuary within the lively town of Trinidad. There is always a friendly face to offer you a lemonade or generously poured mojito, and it’s the ideal central

meeting point for groups when staying in a cluster of nearby casas in the neighbourhood,” says Exodus local partner, Adam Roberts. Not all properties are family-run - although most are – and we recommend learning some basic Spanish before travelling if you want to enjoy some interaction with the owners. Décor is colourful – and facilities simple – it enables our guests to get closer to a genuine local experience. “Alberto’s Casa has evolved over time to suit our needs. The kitchen and bar are of a remarkably high standard considering how difficult it is to source ingredients in Cuba, and the addition of a wine cellar is unique!”Cuban Highlights Ride


KERALAN HOUSEBOAT

After an energetic coast to coast adventure across India, is there any better way to unwind than floating languorously downstream on a Keralan Houseboat? Here you’ll be warmly greeted by Mr Sunil, who has

been hosting guests since 2000. “This is a very calm and quiet journey, perfect to help guests relax. The converted rice barges are open on both sides, encouraging a natural breeze and allowing stunning views of both sides of the river. Throughout the journey people can watch local life, and in the evenings visit local villages to experience it more closely.” Keralans are famous for their hospitality and Mr Sunil’s staff are no different. “We love meeting new guests and taking care of them. Each day we buy all the ingredients for the kitchen from the local market, and serve traditional food.”Southern India Coast to Coast Ride


A CONVERTED COUNTRY HOUSE “The olive oil farm has been in my family for decades, and the estate dates back to the the 18th Century,” says Maria João Feio, owner of Quinta do Barracão da Vilariça. Surrounded by stunning landscape stretching

into the distance, as well as the estate’s own olive and almond trees, the building has its original facade and there’s a wonderful smell of fresh air here. “We welcome guests into our home with a glass of local wine, as we would do with a family member or friend. The first thing they normally want to do is dive in the swimming pool! Guests experience typical food and ingredients hand-picked from the Douro region. Most are from our estate and we respect the seasonality of the products.”Self-Guided Cycling in the Douro Valley


AN APULIAN MASSERIASet amongst endless olive groves and vineyards that stretch across the Apulian countryside are the so-called masserie, ancient fortified homesteads originally designed to withstand invasions. “Although

Masseria Bosco was converted into accommodation in the 1990s, it is still a working farm, with 100 hectares of olive trees, as well as lemon and orange groves,” says owner Pierangela de Padova who runs the hotel with her family. “Here we use every part of the olive and nothing goes to waste; the stone is used as combustible material and part of the natural oil is recycled to make moisturisers and shampoos for each room. We also grow most of the food that we serve, including wheat for the pasta and bread. Our restaurant is well-known locally, and serves fantastic regional dishes prepared using fresh produce and organic ingredients."Cycling Puglia & Matera



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14 Sleep Beneath The Stars

One of the wonderful things about seeing the world by bike is the amount of ground you can cover under your own pedal power. When Louise Staniforth and her partner

Steve chose Central America as their next holiday destination, they decided to take in as much of this magnificent part of the world as they could. So the pair packed their bags and embarked on a 16 day trip through Nicaragua, Costa Rica and Panama.

“I’ve always enjoyed cycling, but I’d never been on any big adventures by bike,” Louise explains. “We really wanted to go on an active holiday and so we decided to visit three different countries in one trip! We knew it’d be hot, and we were keen to enjoy some downtime in the sun while seeing as many sights as we could.

Although it was mostly cycling, there was so much more to it than that. It felt like a real adventure holiday. Our leader Roberto said that it's like having three moments in time – Nicaragua is the past, Costa Rica is the present and Panama is the future. You know exactly what he means as the days progress and you see the scenery change.

There are amazing volcanoes and really striking landscapes in that part of the world. I cannot put into words what it’s like to walk up a volcano and look over the edge to see the lava flow like a river.”

Louise’s guide Roberto, who takes groups through this region regularly, commented that glancing inside the volcano feels just like the first time, no matter how many times he sees it.

This passion really inspired Louise.“Roberto was amazing – it was like having your

own personal documentary filmmaker with you! Because he’s from Costa Rica, his enthusiasm for Central America is wonderful.

He was very supportive and encouraging on the bike, which really helped me in the first few days when I was really getting to grips with steep hills. When we’d stop cycling, he’d tell us stories and give us facts about the places we visited. It really gave us perspective. Before we left, I was concerned that I wouldn’t be fit enough to cycle so far. But when we got there, everyone set their own pace and I knew I was going to be OK.

I read the trip notes before we went but I didn’t read them every night that we were there. So I prepared enough to know what to take but then I had surprises every day. There were lots more activities in the trip that I’d forgotten about and it was those unexpected things that made the trip so special.

When I came home I had such a huge grin on my face. It exceeded my expectations in every way!

The enjoyment of knowing that you’ve pedalled yourself across various destinations, and that you’ve made your own way, feels wonderful, especially in countries like Costa Rica where eco-tourism is encouraged. It gives you such a great sense of satisfaction!

There are so many moments that made me go ‘wow’, from the mesmerising lava of the volcano to casually seeing a crocodile and other amazing wildlife as we passed by. It was just brilliant.”Cycle Nicaragua, Costa Rica & Panama

exodus.co.uk/trip/MUC

COLOMBIAB ES T F O R M O U N TA I N S LO P ES

Meander past sugar cane plantations, vineyards and fruit trees before more challenging mountain rides take you up into coffee country. Hill climbs are rewarded with incredible views and coffee breaks to taste local produce. The Western slopes of the Central Andes yield lush vegetation, interspersed by picturesque towns.Cycling Colombia

exodus.co.uk/trip/MAY

CUBAB ES T F O R CO LO U R FU L C U LT U R E

Reach every corner of Cuba as you circumnavigate this Caribbean island. From Havana you’ll cycle through fields, jungle and plantations. You’ll observe how Cubans still enjoy a traditional way of life and learn their history before relaxing with a delicious mojito to the sound of vibrant music.Cycling Cuba

exodus.co.uk/trip/MAH

CHILE & ARGENTINAB ES T F O R E P I C L A N D S C A P ES

Active volcanoes, lakes, turquoise rivers and ancient native forests are the inspiring backdrop to your ride here. Equally striking is the region’s colourful history. You’ll get real insight into both countries as you cross the Andes twice, seeing how European influences and indigenous customs have shaped the region.Cycling the Lake District of Chile & Argentina

exodus.co.uk/trip/MAP

COSTA RICAB ES T F O R R A I N F O R ES T R I D ES

The sheer variety of Costa Rica makes one holiday feel like so much more. On this trip you’ll travel the breadth of this diverse land, taking in the stunning coastal highway overlooking the Pacific before working your way past rainforests and volcanoes to Caribbean paradise.Costa Rica Coast to Coast Ride

exodus.co.uk/trip/MUD

While some adventurers take a leisurely approach and immerse themselves completely in one destination, others choose to challenge themselves by cycling across three countries in one holiday. Central America offers the best of both worlds, as customer Louise Staniforth discovered...

Latin America is buzzing with culture, colour, music and amazing cycling trails. And there’s a lot to discover, from the jungles of Panama to the mountains of Cuba and traditional Mayan communities of Mexico. Discover four more ...

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14 Sleep Beneath The Stars

One of the wonderful things about seeing the world by bike is the amount of ground you can cover under your own pedal power. When Louise Staniforth and her partner

Steve chose Central America as their next holiday destination, they decided to take in as much of this magnificent part of the world as they could. So the pair packed their bags and embarked on a 16 day trip through Nicaragua, Costa Rica and Panama.

“I’ve always enjoyed cycling, but I’d never been on any big adventures by bike,” Louise explains. “We really wanted to go on an active holiday and so we decided to visit three different countries in one trip! We knew it’d be hot, and we were keen to enjoy some downtime in the sun while seeing as many sights as we could.

Although it was mostly cycling, there was so much more to it than that. It felt like a real adventure holiday. Our leader Roberto said that it's like having three moments in time – Nicaragua is the past, Costa Rica is the present and Panama is the future. You know exactly what he means as the days progress and you see the scenery change.

There are amazing volcanoes and really striking landscapes in that part of the world. I cannot put into words what it’s like to walk up a volcano and look over the edge to see the lava flow like a river.”

Louise’s guide Roberto, who takes groups through this region regularly, commented that glancing inside the volcano feels just like the first time, no matter how many times he sees it.

This passion really inspired Louise.“Roberto was amazing – it was like having your

own personal documentary filmmaker with you! Because he’s from Costa Rica, his enthusiasm for Central America is wonderful.

He was very supportive and encouraging on the bike, which really helped me in the first few days when I was really getting to grips with steep hills. When we’d stop cycling, he’d tell us stories and give us facts about the places we visited. It really gave us perspective. Before we left, I was concerned that I wouldn’t be fit enough to cycle so far. But when we got there, everyone set their own pace and I knew I was going to be OK.

I read the trip notes before we went but I didn’t read them every night that we were there. So I prepared enough to know what to take but then I had surprises every day. There were lots more activities in the trip that I’d forgotten about and it was those unexpected things that made the trip so special.

When I came home I had such a huge grin on my face. It exceeded my expectations in every way!

The enjoyment of knowing that you’ve pedalled yourself across various destinations, and that you’ve made your own way, feels wonderful, especially in countries like Costa Rica where eco-tourism is encouraged. It gives you such a great sense of satisfaction!

There are so many moments that made me go ‘wow’, from the mesmerising lava of the volcano to casually seeing a crocodile and other amazing wildlife as we passed by. It was just brilliant.”Cycle Nicaragua, Costa Rica & Panama


COLOMBIAB ES T F O R M O U N TA I N S LO P ES

Meander past sugar cane plantations, vineyards and fruit trees before more challenging mountain rides take you up into coffee country. Hill climbs are rewarded with incredible views and coffee breaks to taste local produce. The Western slopes of the Central Andes yield lush vegetation, interspersed by picturesque towns.Cycling Colombia


CUBAB ES T F O R CO LO U R FU L C U LT U R E

Reach every corner of Cuba as you circumnavigate this Caribbean island. From Havana you’ll cycle through fields, jungle and plantations. You’ll observe how Cubans still enjoy a traditional way of life and learn their history before relaxing with a delicious mojito to the sound of vibrant music.Cycling Cuba


CHILE & ARGENTINAB ES T F O R E P I C L A N D S C A P ES

Active volcanoes, lakes, turquoise rivers and ancient native forests are the inspiring backdrop to your ride here. Equally striking is the region’s colourful history. You’ll get real insight into both countries as you cross the Andes twice, seeing how European influences and indigenous customs have shaped the region.Cycling the Lake District of Chile & Argentina


COSTA RICAB ES T F O R R A I N F O R ES T R I D ES

The sheer variety of Costa Rica makes one holiday feel like so much more. On this trip you’ll travel the breadth of this diverse land, taking in the stunning coastal highway overlooking the Pacific before working your way past rainforests and volcanoes to Caribbean paradise.Costa Rica Coast to Coast Ride

exodus.co.uk/trip/MUD

While some adventurers take a leisurely approach and immerse themselves completely in one destination, others choose to challenge themselves by cycling across three countries in one holiday. Central America offers the best of both worlds, as customer Louise Staniforth discovered...

Latin America is buzzing with culture, colour, music and amazing cycling trails. And there’s a lot to discover, from the jungles of Panama to the mountains of Cuba and traditional Mayan communities of Mexico. Discover four more ...

YOU

R W

ORD

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¡BIENVENIDO!


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You might think having twice-as-wide tyres would be slow, but a fat bike eases through snowy terrain!

"It was great fun, and I lost count of the times I put my foot down only to sink into snow. You have to relearn simple things, like putting your weight back when going uphill. On the first afternoon I came off eight times in just over a mile, but in snow it doesn't hurt. And it was worth it for the thrill of the downhills!"

It was completely different to my normal cycle commute to work…

"The scenery in northern Finland is amazing, with forests, frozen rivers and valleys all covered in deep snow. It was peaceful and quiet. On the last day we did a long and exciting hike along river gorges. The scenery was stunning."

After a long day biking, it was a nice surprise to see a softly glowing log cabin hidden away among the trees…

"We spent two days in a log cabin near the Russian border, surrounded by snow-covered trees. The views of the Northern Lights were stunning, framed by a bend in the River Oulanka and trees lining the steep banks down. There is no running water or electricity. It was bliss! The rest of the time was spent at the wilderness Basecamp Oulanka, which was chocolate box pretty."

The sauna was amazing, although being British we kept our swimming costumes on!

"Apparently a steaming hot sauna is the best way to recover from a day of energetic cycling – it aids circulation and helps repair muscles. When it got too hot we’d go and roll in the snow or go down to the hole in the river and empty buckets of freezing cold water on to each other! A highlight of the trip."

Our guide went ahead to warm soup at lunchtime and light the fires and candles required to make the lodge cosy

"Henri was really passionate about Finland, and was a key player in making the holiday work. And all the guests were great too – everyone was up for having fun. My only advice would be to pack light: most of the outdoor kit is provided, and you do get very warm cycling. There’s full support from the expert leaders, so you don’t have to worry about anything when you’re out and about."

Fat Biking in Finland


From the serenity of biking through a pristine winter wilderness to the thrill of whizzing downhill in crunching snow, to watching the Northern Lights perform in the starry night sky, our Fat Biking in Finland adventure has it all. Customer Philip Crist shares his story…

FAT BIKING IN FINLAND

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“Sharing experiences with people is what I enjoy the most about my job,” Marinella says. “What I really like is when something that’s very usual to me surprises people. It means I look at it with new eyes and that I don’t take any of it for granted.

A silly example is when guests are so excited to see lizards! When I was a child, I played with them, running and trying to catch them. The visitors’ wonder made me look at my home with fresh perspective.”

Marinella’s travel career began in 2009, when she and a group of friends began to explore Puglia’s national parks, plotting out walking tracks and leading visitors around the routes.

Her love for the job and passion for her home is evident on every trip she leads and this year she won the Exodus Best Leader Award, as voted by those that had joined her on adventures across the heel of Italy's 'boot'.

“Puglia isn’t just a place I’ve studied in books, it’s where I’ve lived for my entire life. I take people where I would go myself, so they never have the feeling that I’m just taking them somewhere because they’re tourists.

Some places here link with my story or my family traditions; I love to be able to tell people about my grandparents and show them where they secretly got married! I’m not here just to lead people, I’m here to share an experience with them.

Our land’s history is fascinating, we’ve been dominated by Greeks, Romans, Normans… in our towns you can find footprints of these times. We have a lovely countryside, great food and the beautiful sea. But most of all, we’re very welcoming people. I always try and give visitors a chance to have dinner in a private home when I can. Guests often say ‘you didn’t need to go to such great lengths’, but it’s normal for us – we like to share everything we have. We’re just that way.

There are so many things that I love about Puglia, but one of the things I miss most when I’m not here is the smell of the sea. When I’m away for long periods, it’s what I long for.”

And it’s those very precious moments that make an adventure to Marinella’s Puglia unforgettable.Cycling Puglia & Matera


Please note that Marinella is unable to lead every departure. Speak to our sales team for more information about leaders schedules.

Leader in the Spotlight:

M A RINELL A BOZZET TI

Visit our YouTube channel to meet Marinella, and watch other Exodus leader videos. youtube.com/user/exodustravels

Despite having lived in Puglia for her entire life, native Marinella Bozzetti still discovers new things about her homeland every time she leads an Exodus trip across the region. This is due, almost exclusively, to the amazed observations of those that she so passionately guides…


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https://www.exodus.co.uk/leader-awards-2016

You might think having twice-as-wide tyres would be slow, but a fat bike eases through snowy terrain!

"It was great fun, and I lost count of the times I put my foot down only to sink into snow. You have to relearn simple things, like putting your weight back when going uphill. On the first afternoon I came off eight times in just over a mile, but in snow it doesn't hurt. And it was worth it for the thrill of the downhills!"

It was completely different to my normal cycle commute to work…

"The scenery in northern Finland is amazing, with forests, frozen rivers and valleys all covered in deep snow. It was peaceful and quiet. On the last day we did a long and exciting hike along river gorges. The scenery was stunning."

After a long day biking, it was a nice surprise to see a softly glowing log cabin hidden away among the trees…

"We spent two days in a log cabin near the Russian border, surrounded by snow-covered trees. The views of the Northern Lights were stunning, framed by a bend in the River Oulanka and trees lining the steep banks down. There is no running water or electricity. It was bliss! The rest of the time was spent at the wilderness Basecamp Oulanka, which was chocolate box pretty."

The sauna was amazing, although being British we kept our swimming costumes on!

"Apparently a steaming hot sauna is the best way to recover from a day of energetic cycling – it aids circulation and helps repair muscles. When it got too hot we’d go and roll in the snow or go down to the hole in the river and empty buckets of freezing cold water on to each other! A highlight of the trip."

Our guide went ahead to warm soup at lunchtime and light the fires and candles required to make the lodge cosy

"Henri was really passionate about Finland, and was a key player in making the holiday work. And all the guests were great too – everyone was up for having fun. My only advice would be to pack light: most of the outdoor kit is provided, and you do get very warm cycling. There’s full support from the expert leaders, so you don’t have to worry about anything when you’re out and about."

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“Sharing experiences with people is what I enjoy the most about my job,” Marinella says. “What I really like is when something that’s very usual to me surprises people. It means I look at it with new eyes and that I don’t take any of it for granted.

A silly example is when guests are so excited to see lizards! When I was a child, I played with them, running and trying to catch them. The visitors’ wonder made me look at my home with fresh perspective.”

Marinella’s travel career began in 2009, when she and a group of friends began to explore Puglia’s national parks, plotting out walking tracks and leading visitors around the routes.

Her love for the job and passion for her home is evident on every trip she leads and this year she won the Exodus Best Leader Award, as voted by those that had joined her on adventures across the heel of Italy's 'boot'.

“Puglia isn’t just a place I’ve studied in books, it’s where I’ve lived for my entire life. I take people where I would go myself, so they never have the feeling that I’m just taking them somewhere because they’re tourists.

Some places here link with my story or my family traditions; I love to be able to tell people about my grandparents and show them where they secretly got married! I’m not here just to lead people, I’m here to share an experience with them.

Our land’s history is fascinating, we’ve been dominated by Greeks, Romans, Normans… in our towns you can find footprints of these times. We have a lovely countryside, great food and the beautiful sea. But most of all, we’re very welcoming people. I always try and give visitors a chance to have dinner in a private home when I can. Guests often say ‘you didn’t need to go to such great lengths’, but it’s normal for us – we like to share everything we have. We’re just that way.

There are so many things that I love about Puglia, but one of the things I miss most when I’m not here is the smell of the sea. When I’m away for long periods, it’s what I long for.”

And it’s those very precious moments that make an adventure to Marinella’s Puglia unforgettable.Cycling Puglia & Matera


Please note that Marinella is unable to lead every departure. Speak to our sales team for more information about leaders schedules.

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Visit our YouTube channel to meet Marinella, and watch other Exodus leader videos. youtube.com/user/exodustravels

Despite having lived in Puglia for her entire life, native Marinella Bozzetti still discovers new things about her homeland every time she leads an Exodus trip across the region. This is due, almost exclusively, to the amazed observations of those that she so passionately guides…


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2. Rain JacketKeep cool and dry with this breathable, technical rain jacket. With a rear ‘Stuffit’ pocket for snacks and elasticated cuffs and fleeced collar, it’s a cyclist’s dream. DHB Classic Rain Shell Jacket: £60, wiggle.co.uk

3. HelmetGet your head in the game with this Specialized helmet, designed with safety and comfort in mind. There’s plenty of ventilation for when the going gets tough! Specialized Align Helmet: £35, evanscycles.com

4. SunglassesMake sure you don’t miss a moment with these lightweight sunglasses. They offer 100% UV filters and the range of tints make them perfect for varying light conditions. BBB Impress Sport Sunglasses:£24.95, wiggle.co.uk

5. Padded shortsGet a good pair of padded shorts now and you can thank us later! A choice of the professionals, the integrated Kiss Air seat pads in Castelli shorts keeps you cool and comfortable. Castelli Volo (mens) and Velocissima (womens) shorts: £75, evanscycles.com

6. Cycling jerseyOur sleek, professional cycling jersey is tailored using high quality fabrics to keep you comfortable on those long days in the saddle. It has a rear zipped pocket and three reverse open pockets to keep your belongings safe too. Exodus cycling jersey:£28, exodusshop.com

7. Water bottleStaying hydrated when cycling is crucial so as not to compromise performance, recovery or general wellbeing. This 710ml water bottle has a Jet Valve, so you can just drink and go. Camelbak Podium water bottle: £7.89, probikekit.co.uk

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everywhere with him, even into battle… Or that in the Maasai language Serengeti means “endless plains,” and that this region hosts the migration of two million wildebeest each year? Or had you heard that according to legend the Amalfi Coast was named after a nymph much loved by Hercules, who buried her in the place he believed most beautiful on Earth?

These are the stories that make up our world heritage. They are all linked to real places, and are just some of the 1000 plus such monuments and natural wonders on UNESCO’s World Heritage list. Deemed to have “outstanding value to humanity,”

they can be of either cultural or natural significance, and are an irreplaceable source of life and inspiration. These are our legacy, to be cared for and passed on to future generations. As diverse as the Dolomite Mountains and the Baroque cathedrals of Latin America, a World Heritage Site can be anything from a forest to a mountain to a lake or monument, a building or even a city.

The UNESCO World Heritage listing affords them greater protection. It’s part of their mission to protect these great wonders however they can, and encourage local populations to get involved too. Visiting these sites is crucial to their continued preservation, as it brings custom, and reinforces the message that they are important. By visiting these sites with Exodus, you too are promoting UNESCO values, as we work with local guides and local people to give you the best

possible experience. These are the people who know the stories and legends that bring a place to life.

“Cycling is the best way to visit these sites, as it’s low impact,” says Responsible Travel Manager Megan Devenish. "And you’re able to get further away from the crowds, or see things from an entirely new perspective. I recently cycled the winding road that links all of the coastal villages of Amalfi. The views stretch for miles and the steep terraces that flank the roads make for constant marvelling – trees heavy with lemons surround ancient houses and churches.”

There are many magical stories linked to our world heritage. These are age-old, inspired by real places, both natural and manmade wonders. And it’s UNESCO’s mission to protect these sites for future generations to come. Travel with Exodus and your local guide will help you uncover some of the world’s greatest myths of these legendary locations. Read on to discover just a few of our favourites...

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IT’S IN THE BAG!1. P20 sun protection P20 SPF30 Continuous Spray gives you up to 10 hours reliable, water resistant sun protection with just one application. Perfect if you're out all day. £24.49, p20.co.uk

2. Rain JacketKeep cool and dry with this breathable, technical rain jacket. With a rear ‘Stuffit’ pocket for snacks and elasticated cuffs and fleeced collar, it’s a cyclist’s dream. DHB Classic Rain Shell Jacket: £60, wiggle.co.uk

3. HelmetGet your head in the game with this Specialized helmet, designed with safety and comfort in mind. There’s plenty of ventilation for when the going gets tough! Specialized Align Helmet: £35, evanscycles.com

4. SunglassesMake sure you don’t miss a moment with these lightweight sunglasses. They offer 100% UV filters and the range of tints make them perfect for varying light conditions. BBB Impress Sport Sunglasses:£24.95, wiggle.co.uk

5. Padded shortsGet a good pair of padded shorts now and you can thank us later! A choice of the professionals, the integrated Kiss Air seat pads in Castelli shorts keeps you cool and comfortable. Castelli Volo (mens) and Velocissima (womens) shorts: £75, evanscycles.com

6. Cycling jerseyOur sleek, professional cycling jersey is tailored using high quality fabrics to keep you comfortable on those long days in the saddle. It has a rear zipped pocket and three reverse open pockets to keep your belongings safe too. Exodus cycling jersey:£28, exodusshop.com

7. Water bottleStaying hydrated when cycling is crucial so as not to compromise performance, recovery or general wellbeing. This 710ml water bottle has a Jet Valve, so you can just drink and go. Camelbak Podium water bottle: £7.89, probikekit.co.uk

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D id you know that the Taj Mahal marks the love between the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan and his wife Mumtaz? That they loved each other so much she went

everywhere with him, even into battle… Or that in the Maasai language Serengeti means “endless plains,” and that this region hosts the migration of two million wildebeest each year? Or had you heard that according to legend the Amalfi Coast was named after a nymph much loved by Hercules, who buried her in the place he believed most beautiful on Earth?

These are the stories that make up our world heritage. They are all linked to real places, and are just some of the 1000 plus such monuments and natural wonders on UNESCO’s World Heritage list. Deemed to have “outstanding value to humanity,”

they can be of either cultural or natural significance, and are an irreplaceable source of life and inspiration. These are our legacy, to be cared for and passed on to future generations. As diverse as the Dolomite Mountains and the Baroque cathedrals of Latin America, a World Heritage Site can be anything from a forest to a mountain to a lake or monument, a building or even a city.

The UNESCO World Heritage listing affords them greater protection. It’s part of their mission to protect these great wonders however they can, and encourage local populations to get involved too. Visiting these sites is crucial to their continued preservation, as it brings custom, and reinforces the message that they are important. By visiting these sites with Exodus, you too are promoting UNESCO values, as we work with local guides and local people to give you the best

possible experience. These are the people who know the stories and legends that bring a place to life.

“Cycling is the best way to visit these sites, as it’s low impact,” says Responsible Travel Manager Megan Devenish. "And you’re able to get further away from the crowds, or see things from an entirely new perspective. I recently cycled the winding road that links all of the coastal villages of Amalfi. The views stretch for miles and the steep terraces that flank the roads make for constant marvelling – trees heavy with lemons surround ancient houses and churches.”

There are many magical stories linked to our world heritage. These are age-old, inspired by real places, both natural and manmade wonders. And it’s UNESCO’s mission to protect these sites for future generations to come. Travel with Exodus and your local guide will help you uncover some of the world’s greatest myths of these legendary locations. Read on to discover just a few of our favourites...

U N E S C OMyths & Legends

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Romania

“The most famous UNESCO site we saw on this trip was the medieval town of Viscri. Cycling among rolling hillside with ancient farmhouses, and fortified villages, it feels like you’ve gone back in time,” says Exodus Product Manager Dave Sear. “Our guide arranged for us to go around the town by horse and cart, visiting all the people who’d been involved in its restoration. We visited the working blacksmith, the tiler and roofer. It was absolutely fascinating.”Did you know: This is the best-preserved Saxon village in Romania, and there are still some Saxon inhabitants. Investment from the Mihai Eminescu Foundation has turned traditional buildings into guesthouses and helped establish a sustainable community here. Cycle Romania

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Jordan

“Russet-coloured sand and rocks of the Wadi Rum, hills in the distance, and no human habitation or visible roads. It feels mystical, and the silence at the moment that the world turns from pre-dawn greys to blush pinks and oranges is incredible,” says Head of Product Andy Ross. “Petra itself is a fabulous ghost town of ornately decorated tombs, temples and theatres. To fully appreciate the stunning remote location, join your guide at sunrise for a unique hike past Berber caves to a rocky outcrop overlooking the famous Treasury, giving you the best photo opportunities.” Did you know: The lost city of Petra was “discovered” by a young Swiss explorer – disguised as a Bedouin – who was actually looking for the source of the Niger.Petra & Wadi Rum by bike

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Sri Lanka

Luscious Sri Lanka has such an abundance of ruins, temples, mountains and uniquewilderness areas, that we visit five UNESCO World Heritage Sites here. And since theisland is tiny, you can visit all of them on a two week holiday with beach time tospare. But, says customer Angela Jackson, far better to go by bike. “The hill climb toNuwara Eliya was amazing, and we saw wonderful birds and wildlife as we cycled.There was incredible scenery and climbing at Sigiriya, and the ancient rock fortress there. I particularly liked the way this trip supports local families and businesses who provided some of the tea stops, and enjoyed our guide Suresh’s stories.”Did you know: Sigiriya means lion’s rock, named for the huge stone lion that onceguarded the entrance to the fortress complex. It represents the synergy between nature and the human imagination.Cycle the Backroads of Sri Lanka

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Italy

Italy has 51 UNESCO sites, more than anywhere else in the world, so it’s no surprise that when you travel on our Italy Coast to Coast Ride: Puglia to Sorrento, you visit five. The Amalfi Coast, is one of Italy’s most celebrated. “Cycling takes some concentration as the roads are narrow and there are constant ups and downs,” says Product Manager Marta Marinelli. “But each turn rewards you with a new vista and somehow the sea colour is everchanging. Combined with wafts of freshly cooked food and the smell of the sea drifting on the breeze, it’s a full on sensory overload.” On this trip you’ll also stay overnight in the historic centre of Matera, and there are guided tours of Paestum and in Padula, given by local experts. Did you know: One of the things that we learn at Padula was about the monks’ isolation: they were permitted to visit the gardens and converse with one another for just one hour a month! Italy Coast to Coast Ride: Puglia to Sorrento

exodus.co.uk/trip/MEI

Albania

Until the collapse of the People's Socialist Republic of Albania in 1991, few people had glimpsed the country within, and Albania remains far less visited than neighbouring Greece. Yet here you’ll find snow-capped mountains, inviting beaches, pretty rural villages, a genuine subsistence culture and an exceptionally friendly welcome. Its quiet roads are perfect for cyclists, and we pay a visit to the ancient remains of Butrint. Located on the picturesque coastline, it’s one of the country’s most important archaeological sites, tracing its origins back to the Greeks and the Romans.Did you know: Butrint has been inhabited since prehistoric times, but its ancient ruins date back to the 7th century BC when – according to classic mythology – Greek exiles moved here following the fall of Troy. It was later inhabited by Romans, Byzantines and Venetians. Cycling in Albania

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Indochina

A lost city containing hundreds of temples, linked by shady avenues, Angkor Wat is the largest temple complex in Asia. So, meandering your way by bike is easily the best option, and gives a unique perspective. “You can get away from the crowds to explore further temples off the main tourist plot,” says Exodus Product Manager Megan Devenish. “The ‘road’ is also very very quiet so cyclists can ride together and in peace. The local cafés are also worth a visit as they don’t receive much help from tourism because they are further out – which makes for a warm welcome from the locals!” Did you know: It’s likely that Angkor Wat once served an important astronomical role. There are a dozen lunar alignments with Angkor Wat’s towers, indicating that people may have recorded the movements of the moon against the towers on top of the temple.Cycle Indochina & Angkor

exodus.co.uk/trip/MOC

Indonesia

The terraced rice paddies, villages and water temples of Bali cover more than 19,500 hectares and are the focus of a cooperative water management system of canals and weirs – known as subak – dating back to the 9th Century. Our leader Wira takes you right to the heart of the action. And we really mean that, “I take them into the very middle part of the rice field, using tracks made by farmers to carry rice to market. The farmers are happy to chat and share stories of the ancient irrigation system. Sitting by your bike, sharing coffee and snacks with them is an unforgettable memory.”Did you know: The subak is born of the cultural exchange between Bali and India over the past 2000 years. It brings together learnings from Buddhism and Hinduism and the resulting farming practices have enabled the Balinese to become the most prolific rice growers in the archipelago.Cycling Indonesia’s Islands

exodus.co.uk/trip/MOI

Mexico

While Europeans were still living in the Dark Ages, the Mayan people had mapped the heavens, mastered mathematics and built elaborate city states across Central America. In the Yucatán Peninsula a lengthy cycle across flat landscape is rewarded with a visit to Chichen Itza, a sacred site and one of the largest Mayan centres. Customer Malcolm May says, “It combined beautiful colonial towns, stunning Mayan sights, interesting villages offering a welcome stop for snacks, and lots of contact with local people. Our guide Fernando had a wealth of knowledge about Mayan and local cultures which helped to make site visits an enriching experience. He was also a very good cycling guide with a welcome sense of humour.”Did you know: The Kukulcán Pyramid at the centre of Chichen Itza was constructed so that each Spring Equinox the dying sun casts the shadow of a diamond-backed serpent, writhing down the steps of the pyramid.Cycling Mexico

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“The most famous UNESCO site we saw on this trip was the medieval town of Viscri. Cycling among rolling hillside with ancient farmhouses, and fortified villages, it feels like you’ve gone back in time,” says Exodus Product Manager Dave Sear. “Our guide arranged for us to go around the town by horse and cart, visiting all the people who’d been involved in its restoration. We visited the working blacksmith, the tiler and roofer. It was absolutely fascinating.”Did you know: This is the best-preserved Saxon village in Romania, and there are still some Saxon inhabitants. Investment from the Mihai Eminescu Foundation has turned traditional buildings into guesthouses and helped establish a sustainable community here. Cycle Romania


Jordan

“Russet-coloured sand and rocks of the Wadi Rum, hills in the distance, and no human habitation or visible roads. It feels mystical, and the silence at the moment that the world turns from pre-dawn greys to blush pinks and oranges is incredible,” says Head of Product Andy Ross. “Petra itself is a fabulous ghost town of ornately decorated tombs, temples and theatres. To fully appreciate the stunning remote location, join your guide at sunrise for a unique hike past Berber caves to a rocky outcrop overlooking the famous Treasury, giving you the best photo opportunities.” Did you know: The lost city of Petra was “discovered” by a young Swiss explorer – disguised as a Bedouin – who was actually looking for the source of the Niger.Petra & Wadi Rum by bike


Sri Lanka

Luscious Sri Lanka has such an abundance of ruins, temples, mountains and uniquewilderness areas, that we visit five UNESCO World Heritage Sites here. And since theisland is tiny, you can visit all of them on a two week holiday with beach time tospare. But, says customer Angela Jackson, far better to go by bike. “The hill climb toNuwara Eliya was amazing, and we saw wonderful birds and wildlife as we cycled.There was incredible scenery and climbing at Sigiriya, and the ancient rock fortress there. I particularly liked the way this trip supports local families and businesses who provided some of the tea stops, and enjoyed our guide Suresh’s stories.”Did you know: Sigiriya means lion’s rock, named for the huge stone lion that onceguarded the entrance to the fortress complex. It represents the synergy between nature and the human imagination.Cycle the Backroads of Sri Lanka


Italy

Italy has 51 UNESCO sites, more than anywhere else in the world, so it’s no surprise that when you travel on our Italy Coast to Coast Ride: Puglia to Sorrento, you visit five. The Amalfi Coast, is one of Italy’s most celebrated. “Cycling takes some concentration as the roads are narrow and there are constant ups and downs,” says Product Manager Marta Marinelli. “But each turn rewards you with a new vista and somehow the sea colour is everchanging. Combined with wafts of freshly cooked food and the smell of the sea drifting on the breeze, it’s a full on sensory overload.” On this trip you’ll also stay overnight in the historic centre of Matera, and there are guided tours of Paestum and in Padula, given by local experts. Did you know: One of the things that we learn at Padula was about the monks’ isolation: they were permitted to visit the gardens and converse with one another for just one hour a month! Italy Coast to Coast Ride: Puglia to Sorrento


Albania

Until the collapse of the People's Socialist Republic of Albania in 1991, few people had glimpsed the country within, and Albania remains far less visited than neighbouring Greece. Yet here you’ll find snow-capped mountains, inviting beaches, pretty rural villages, a genuine subsistence culture and an exceptionally friendly welcome. Its quiet roads are perfect for cyclists, and we pay a visit to the ancient remains of Butrint. Located on the picturesque coastline, it’s one of the country’s most important archaeological sites, tracing its origins back to the Greeks and the Romans.Did you know: Butrint has been inhabited since prehistoric times, but its ancient ruins date back to the 7th century BC when – according to classic mythology – Greek exiles moved here following the fall of Troy. It was later inhabited by Romans, Byzantines and Venetians. Cycling in Albania


Indochina

A lost city containing hundreds of temples, linked by shady avenues, Angkor Wat is the largest temple complex in Asia. So, meandering your way by bike is easily the best option, and gives a unique perspective. “You can get away from the crowds to explore further temples off the main tourist plot,” says Exodus Product Manager Megan Devenish. “The ‘road’ is also very very quiet so cyclists can ride together and in peace. The local cafés are also worth a visit as they don’t receive much help from tourism because they are further out – which makes for a warm welcome from the locals!” Did you know: It’s likely that Angkor Wat once served an important astronomical role. There are a dozen lunar alignments with Angkor Wat’s towers, indicating that people may have recorded the movements of the moon against the towers on top of the temple.Cycle Indochina & Angkor


Indonesia

The terraced rice paddies, villages and water temples of Bali cover more than 19,500 hectares and are the focus of a cooperative water management system of canals and weirs – known as subak – dating back to the 9th Century. Our leader Wira takes you right to the heart of the action. And we really mean that, “I take them into the very middle part of the rice field, using tracks made by farmers to carry rice to market. The farmers are happy to chat and share stories of the ancient irrigation system. Sitting by your bike, sharing coffee and snacks with them is an unforgettable memory.”Did you know: The subak is born of the cultural exchange between Bali and India over the past 2000 years. It brings together learnings from Buddhism and Hinduism and the resulting farming practices have enabled the Balinese to become the most prolific rice growers in the archipelago.Cycling Indonesia’s Islands


Mexico

While Europeans were still living in the Dark Ages, the Mayan people had mapped the heavens, mastered mathematics and built elaborate city states across Central America. In the Yucatán Peninsula a lengthy cycle across flat landscape is rewarded with a visit to Chichen Itza, a sacred site and one of the largest Mayan centres. Customer Malcolm May says, “It combined beautiful colonial towns, stunning Mayan sights, interesting villages offering a welcome stop for snacks, and lots of contact with local people. Our guide Fernando had a wealth of knowledge about Mayan and local cultures which helped to make site visits an enriching experience. He was also a very good cycling guide with a welcome sense of humour.”Did you know: The Kukulcán Pyramid at the centre of Chichen Itza was constructed so that each Spring Equinox the dying sun casts the shadow of a diamond-backed serpent, writhing down the steps of the pyramid.Cycling Mexico


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Holi Festival, India

Wrapped in majesty and mystery, colourful India stretches from the mighty Himalaya to the palm-fringed beaches of Kerala, and will leave your senses tingling. Here, no two days or regions are the same. And all the better to see it by bike…

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Holi Festival, India

Wrapped in majesty and mystery, colourful India stretches from the mighty Himalaya to the palm-fringed beaches of Kerala, and will leave your senses tingling. Here, no two days or regions are the same. And all the better to see it by bike…

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“India may not be the first place that springs to mind when you think of cycling, but here the freedom of two wheels offers a unique

opportunity to get to know its myriad of customs and cultures at ground level,” says Product Manager Louise Ungless. “You get the smells and sounds of local people cooking and going about their daily lives. You’ll get children high fiving you while the adults are bemused you’d chosen to cycle – for them it’s not a leisure activity!”

But that’s not to say that every region of India is the same. You could spend a lifetime exploring the nuances that make each place – and each day – distinctly different from the last. Each place is marked by its own food, festivals and traditions. But it’s the ever-changing landscape that makes it such a diverse place for cyclists, with something to suit all levels of ability.

In the very north there are the challenging high-altitude rides of the Himalaya. The highlight of which is the ride from Manali to Leh to Khardung La – it’s the highest rideable road in the world! Here you’re surrounded by snow-capped peaks, stark but stunning rock formations, and high mountain passes aflutter with rainbow-

bright prayer flags. It’s a haven for Buddhism, and you’ll come across monasteries, village temples, and prayer flags all over the passes and houses. And there are the time-warped hill stations in the foothills of these mighty mountains. Surrounded by temperate forest – home to bears, leopard and wild cats – it’s cool year round. It’s easy to see why the British Raj retreated here during the sultry Indian summer, so there’s never a bad time for cyclists to visit.

Famous for the glittering big hitters that include the Taj Mahal, in Rajasthan you’ll also find sleepy, agricultural India, the rolling Aravalli hills and flat, arid desert. On a bike you’re able to head off the beaten track. Villages spread out along the roads, so you really get an insight into local life. Head further southwards to the sandy beaches of Goa and extravagant palaces of Mysore, and it’s all change again. You’ll journey through the Western Ghats, a luscious tangle of trees and waterfalls that are UNESCO protected. British influence – and the eccentricity that seems to go with it – lingers a little stronger up here and the climate is cool.

Finally there’s Kerala and the languid south. The pace is much slower than Rajasthan, you’ll cycle along beaches hugging the coast, and quiet trails interweaving around the lakes

where you see children playing in the water and monkeys in the banana plantations. “Sleeping on a house boat on the sleepy backwaters here is an amazing experience,” says Louise. “Life moves slowly here. It’s the perfect insight into local life and an ideal place to unwind.”

India is a country of much diversity, where each day and region is different. You’re unlikely to squeeze it all into one journey, but you’ll certainly get a flavour of what makes it so special. If you want to experience all that India has to offer by bicycle – turn to p53 to read more about our trips. You can travel in a small guided group with like-minded others, or book a Tailormade Adventure for family or friends.

“The changing smells, surroundings and opportunity to see a large part of the country in a relatively small space of time was amazing. The key is to be open to new experiences and a different way of life.”

THE HIMALAYA & NORTHERN INDIABest for those who like a challenge

Highlights: Riding to the 5,602m Khardung La. At the top you’ll be rewarded by close-up views of the Karakorams, and an exhilarating 40km ride down. Eat: Try aloo gobhi – potatoes and cauliflower – or palak paneer – spinach and homemade cheese. Temperature: Cool and crisp year round. Although colder the higher you go. Stay: Camping with epic mountaintop views.Manali to Leh Ride

exodus.co.uk/trip/MIH

RAJASTHANBest for iconic sights

Highlights: The steep climb to Mehrangarh Fort is rewarded by aspectacular sunset reflecting off the red sandstone. Drink: Stop for chai and make friends with the families serving it. Temperature: It varies from around -2°C in Delhi at night, to hot and dry in the desert. Stay: One night in a character style hotel in Bharatpur.Cycling through Rajasthan

exodus.co.uk/trip/MIJ

GOA & CENTRAL INDIABest for culture vultures

Highlights: the ruins of Hampi and the laid-back beaches of Goa. Eat: Amazing street food! Mirchi pakora – batter-fried green chilli, clam xacuti (curry), omelette with chicken, coconut and lime juice. Temperature: hot and mainly dry between October and March. Cooler in the hills. Stay: Two nights in forest lodges located on the banks of the Kali River.Mysore to Goa Ride

exodus.co.uk/trip/MIG

KERALA & SOUTHERN INDIABest for cycling rural roads

Highlights: Elephants in Bandipur; cycling next to the beach in Kerala and Cochin old town. Eat: Spicy, palate-tingling curries often flavoured with coconut or served with fish. Temperature: It can be very hot, with some downpours. The breeze when cycling cools you. Stay: A homestay in Cochin and relax on a houseboat in the Backwaters for a night.Cycle Kerala & Tropical India


Responsible TourismWe’re involved in many different projects across the Indian subcontinent. In Ladakh we’ve founded a Women’s Eco Café. Built with local materials, the café has a UV water filter for trekkers to help eliminate plastic bottles littered around the valley, and the Ladakhi women have been trained in needle and flat felting so they can make and sell felt snow leopards, ibex and blue sheep as souvenirs. The economic impact this has had on the area is impossible to underestimate, and it’s just one of many such projects.


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“India may not be the first place that springs to mind when you think of cycling, but here the freedom of two wheels offers a unique

opportunity to get to know its myriad of customs and cultures at ground level,” says Product Manager Louise Ungless. “You get the smells and sounds of local people cooking and going about their daily lives. You’ll get children high fiving you while the adults are bemused you’d chosen to cycle – for them it’s not a leisure activity!”

But that’s not to say that every region of India is the same. You could spend a lifetime exploring the nuances that make each place – and each day – distinctly different from the last. Each place is marked by its own food, festivals and traditions. But it’s the ever-changing landscape that makes it such a diverse place for cyclists, with something to suit all levels of ability.

In the very north there are the challenging high-altitude rides of the Himalaya. The highlight of which is the ride from Manali to Leh to Khardung La – it’s the highest rideable road in the world! Here you’re surrounded by snow-capped peaks, stark but stunning rock formations, and high mountain passes aflutter with rainbow-

bright prayer flags. It’s a haven for Buddhism, and you’ll come across monasteries, village temples, and prayer flags all over the passes and houses. And there are the time-warped hill stations in the foothills of these mighty mountains. Surrounded by temperate forest – home to bears, leopard and wild cats – it’s cool year round. It’s easy to see why the British Raj retreated here during the sultry Indian summer, so there’s never a bad time for cyclists to visit.

Famous for the glittering big hitters that include the Taj Mahal, in Rajasthan you’ll also find sleepy, agricultural India, the rolling Aravalli hills and flat, arid desert. On a bike you’re able to head off the beaten track. Villages spread out along the roads, so you really get an insight into local life. Head further southwards to the sandy beaches of Goa and extravagant palaces of Mysore, and it’s all change again. You’ll journey through the Western Ghats, a luscious tangle of trees and waterfalls that are UNESCO protected. British influence – and the eccentricity that seems to go with it – lingers a little stronger up here and the climate is cool.

Finally there’s Kerala and the languid south. The pace is much slower than Rajasthan, you’ll cycle along beaches hugging the coast, and quiet trails interweaving around the lakes

where you see children playing in the water and monkeys in the banana plantations. “Sleeping on a house boat on the sleepy backwaters here is an amazing experience,” says Louise. “Life moves slowly here. It’s the perfect insight into local life and an ideal place to unwind.”

India is a country of much diversity, where each day and region is different. You’re unlikely to squeeze it all into one journey, but you’ll certainly get a flavour of what makes it so special. If you want to experience all that India has to offer by bicycle – turn to p53 to read more about our trips. You can travel in a small guided group with like-minded others, or book a Tailormade Adventure for family or friends.

“The changing smells, surroundings and opportunity to see a large part of the country in a relatively small space of time was amazing. The key is to be open to new experiences and a different way of life.”

THE HIMALAYA & NORTHERN INDIABest for those who like a challenge

Highlights: Riding to the 5,602m Khardung La. At the top you’ll be rewarded by close-up views of the Karakorams, and an exhilarating 40km ride down. Eat: Try aloo gobhi – potatoes and cauliflower – or palak paneer – spinach and homemade cheese. Temperature: Cool and crisp year round. Although colder the higher you go. Stay: Camping with epic mountaintop views.Manali to Leh Ride


RAJASTHANBest for iconic sights

Highlights: The steep climb to Mehrangarh Fort is rewarded by aspectacular sunset reflecting off the red sandstone. Drink: Stop for chai and make friends with the families serving it. Temperature: It varies from around -2°C in Delhi at night, to hot and dry in the desert. Stay: One night in a character style hotel in Bharatpur.Cycling through Rajasthan


GOA & CENTRAL INDIABest for culture vultures

Highlights: the ruins of Hampi and the laid-back beaches of Goa. Eat: Amazing street food! Mirchi pakora – batter-fried green chilli, clam xacuti (curry), omelette with chicken, coconut and lime juice. Temperature: hot and mainly dry between October and March. Cooler in the hills. Stay: Two nights in forest lodges located on the banks of the Kali River.Mysore to Goa Ride


KERALA & SOUTHERN INDIABest for cycling rural roads

Highlights: Elephants in Bandipur; cycling next to the beach in Kerala and Cochin old town. Eat: Spicy, palate-tingling curries often flavoured with coconut or served with fish. Temperature: It can be very hot, with some downpours. The breeze when cycling cools you. Stay: A homestay in Cochin and relax on a houseboat in the Backwaters for a night.Cycle Kerala & Tropical India


Responsible TourismWe’re involved in many different projects across the Indian subcontinent. In Ladakh we’ve founded a Women’s Eco Café. Built with local materials, the café has a UV water filter for trekkers to help eliminate plastic bottles littered around the valley, and the Ladakhi women have been trained in needle and flat felting so they can make and sell felt snow leopards, ibex and blue sheep as souvenirs. The economic impact this has had on the area is impossible to underestimate, and it’s just one of many such projects.


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ON YOUR LEVEL Choose whether you want relaxed countryside cruising or monolithic

mountain climbs. Our grading guidance tells you just what to expect from each

of our adventures. For more information visit exodus.co.uk/activity-levels.

GOING IT ALONEAround half of our customers travel solo. You won't have to pay a single

supplement if you're happy to share, and good friends are often made this way

(and in the bar)!

READY TO RIDE You don't need to worry about bringing your own bike - by the time you land in your chosen destination, we’ll have the

right bike prepared and ready to go. Your tour leader or trained mechanic will keep things running smoothly during the trip.

THE RIGHT FUEL Though there will be delicious local

snacks to help power you through your ride, you might want to pack energy bars

or gels that you know work for you at home to store in your bag or jersey.

We know there’s lots to think of before you head off on a cycling

adventure. We’re here to help, with ten quick considerations...

KEEP ON MOVING We’ll transport your luggage around each destination so you can just concentrate

on the cycling. You can hitch a ride if you get tired too!

HOLIDAY SPIRIT There may be big hills and long rides to

conquer, but this is still a holiday and we don’t forget it! We build each itinerary

with enjoyment and achievement in mind.

LEADING THE WAY Our experienced guides are bursting with local knowledge. That means a

wealth of info (and top notch restaurant recommendations) in each destination.

AT YOUR OWN PACE Our guided groups are small so that our

leaders can make sure everyone is having a great time, even if their abilities vastly

differ. It’s a journey, not a race!

GET SET, GO! We know that feeling fit and healthy

before you go only means you'll enjoy your holiday more. Visit exodus.co.uk/

cycling-holidays/fitness-guide for a handy fitness guide.

ASK DAVETechnical questions? Just Ask Dave! Our

resident cycling expert has helpful videos on our YouTube channel (ExodusTravels),

or you can email him at [email protected]

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While mainland Italy is a must-do for any cycling holidaymaker, Exodus explorer Rebecca Davis heard that Sardinia had roads much less travelled. And so she set out to immerse herself in the sights and

sounds of this vibrant island, finding much more than she bargained for along the way… “The natural beauty of Sardinia was stunning and all I had hoped for,” she says. “The first thing that struck me was the smell of fennel everywhere, and there were olive trees, rosemary and pomegranate trees by the side of the road.

I was shocked by how hot and dry it was in October, which meant there were some challenging hill rides, but it was perfect weather to go in the sea. We swam every day. The water was crystal clear, warm and calm – the Mediterranean is like a giant swimming pool!"

Rebecca shared those moments with 14 other cyclists. With thirty years of self-organised travel experience, she admits that she was a little concerned about spending so much time in the company of new people.

“I was a bit worried about the group of people I might be travelling with as this was my first group trip. However, everyone was like-minded and really into fitness, travel and adventure.

I was also worried I would be the oldest at 54, but that wasn’t so. I enjoyed having a few moments to myself by cycling at the back or having a quick nap before each big dinner.

The Italian food was excellent too – including the best lemon gelato I’ve ever tasted after a hot climb!”

Italy is known for its incredible food, and Rebecca found just that, with local produce taking centre stage.

“Dinner was always several courses, and the most delicious thing I had was a warm focaccia from a village bakery covered in garlic, olive oil, courgette and aubergine. It's great not having to make any decisions every day, other than what to eat!”

The group’s guide Michele made all of the arrangements, from where to go to take that incredible swim, through to which routes to take on the ride.

“Michele was very impressive and the attention to detail and organisation was excellent. He really made the trip special – he was attentive, kind, patient, knowledgeable and funny. He genuinely cared for everyone and allowed flexibility, so the faster riders could go ahead and I was able to stop for photos at the back without being left behind.

The scenery seemed to become more beautiful every day, and my sea-view room balcony overlooked the granite cliffs. I’d consider swimming at a stunning remote beach near Calaforte in crystal clear water with no tourists around as the most inspirational moment of the entire trip!” Cycling in Sardinia

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From tranquil moments floating in the Dead Sea to winding down in the calm waters

of the Mediterranean, we factor some incredible aquatic experiences into our cycling

holidays. Not only can a calming soak relax your muscles and offer peaceful preparation

for another day of adventure, but it can often be a unique cultural experience too as

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ON YOUR LEVEL Choose whether you want relaxed countryside cruising or monolithic

mountain climbs. Our grading guidance tells you just what to expect from each

of our adventures. For more information visit exodus.co.uk/activity-levels.

GOING IT ALONEAround half of our customers travel solo. You won't have to pay a single

supplement if you're happy to share, and good friends are often made this way

(and in the bar)!

READY TO RIDE You don't need to worry about bringing your own bike - by the time you land in your chosen destination, we’ll have the

right bike prepared and ready to go. Your tour leader or trained mechanic will keep things running smoothly during the trip.

THE RIGHT FUEL Though there will be delicious local

snacks to help power you through your ride, you might want to pack energy bars

or gels that you know work for you at home to store in your bag or jersey.

We know there’s lots to think of before you head off on a cycling

adventure. We’re here to help, with ten quick considerations...

KEEP ON MOVING We’ll transport your luggage around each destination so you can just concentrate

on the cycling. You can hitch a ride if you get tired too!

HOLIDAY SPIRIT There may be big hills and long rides to

conquer, but this is still a holiday and we don’t forget it! We build each itinerary

with enjoyment and achievement in mind.

LEADING THE WAY Our experienced guides are bursting with local knowledge. That means a

wealth of info (and top notch restaurant recommendations) in each destination.

AT YOUR OWN PACE Our guided groups are small so that our

leaders can make sure everyone is having a great time, even if their abilities vastly

differ. It’s a journey, not a race!

GET SET, GO! We know that feeling fit and healthy

before you go only means you'll enjoy your holiday more. Visit exodus.co.uk/

cycling-holidays/fitness-guide for a handy fitness guide.

ASK DAVETechnical questions? Just Ask Dave! Our

resident cycling expert has helpful videos on our YouTube channel (ExodusTravels),

or you can email him at [email protected]

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While mainland Italy is a must-do for any cycling holidaymaker, Exodus explorer Rebecca Davis heard that Sardinia had roads much less travelled. And so she set out to immerse herself in the sights and

sounds of this vibrant island, finding much more than she bargained for along the way… “The natural beauty of Sardinia was stunning and all I had hoped for,” she says. “The first thing that struck me was the smell of fennel everywhere, and there were olive trees, rosemary and pomegranate trees by the side of the road.

I was shocked by how hot and dry it was in October, which meant there were some challenging hill rides, but it was perfect weather to go in the sea. We swam every day. The water was crystal clear, warm and calm – the Mediterranean is like a giant swimming pool!"

Rebecca shared those moments with 14 other cyclists. With thirty years of self-organised travel experience, she admits that she was a little concerned about spending so much time in the company of new people.

“I was a bit worried about the group of people I might be travelling with as this was my first group trip. However, everyone was like-minded and really into fitness, travel and adventure.

I was also worried I would be the oldest at 54, but that wasn’t so. I enjoyed having a few moments to myself by cycling at the back or having a quick nap before each big dinner.

The Italian food was excellent too – including the best lemon gelato I’ve ever tasted after a hot climb!”

Italy is known for its incredible food, and Rebecca found just that, with local produce taking centre stage.

“Dinner was always several courses, and the most delicious thing I had was a warm focaccia from a village bakery covered in garlic, olive oil, courgette and aubergine. It's great not having to make any decisions every day, other than what to eat!”

The group’s guide Michele made all of the arrangements, from where to go to take that incredible swim, through to which routes to take on the ride.

“Michele was very impressive and the attention to detail and organisation was excellent. He really made the trip special – he was attentive, kind, patient, knowledgeable and funny. He genuinely cared for everyone and allowed flexibility, so the faster riders could go ahead and I was able to stop for photos at the back without being left behind.

The scenery seemed to become more beautiful every day, and my sea-view room balcony overlooked the granite cliffs. I’d consider swimming at a stunning remote beach near Calaforte in crystal clear water with no tourists around as the most inspirational moment of the entire trip!” Cycling in Sardinia


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From tranquil moments floating in the Dead Sea to winding down in the calm waters

of the Mediterranean, we factor some incredible aquatic experiences into our cycling

holidays. Not only can a calming soak relax your muscles and offer peaceful preparation

for another day of adventure, but it can often be a unique cultural experience too as

Exodus traveller Rebecca Davis found out...

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VIETNAMBEST FOR SEA KAYAKING

Cycling isn’t the only way you’ll see the wonders of Vietnam – you’ll also have the opportunity to kayak in Halong Bay. On the calm waters, you’ll explore hidden caves and meander through floating fishing villages before returning to shore for a fresh, seafood lunch. It’s a wonderful way to celebrate your feat of cycling north from Saigon, even if you were rewarded by a tropical island retreat mid-way along!Cycling Vietnam

exodus.co.uk/trip/MOV

ICELANDBEST FOR THUNDERING WATERFALLS

Iceland boasts some of the most striking scenery in the world. Erupting geysers, sparkling glaciers, vast black lava fields and the colourful Landmannalaugar mountains offer magical holiday moments to remember. In the shadow of the notorious Eyjafjallajokull volcano you’ll encounter 60m high Seljalandsfoss, one of the most resplendent waterfalls in Iceland. The thundering Gullfoss Waterfall offers it a run for its money, and we visit that too, watching as rainbows dance in its spray on sunny days.Cycling Southern Iceland

exodus.co.uk/trip/MSI

GREECEBEST FOR AEGEAN LANDSCAPES

The azure sea off the coast of Greece is one of the country's biggest attractions, and it’s easy to see why. Perfect for swimming in summer, it’s extraordinarily welcoming after long rides in the sun. Smell the sea in the air as you head to the stunning coast through sprawling vineyards after days of exploring the history and mythology of gorgeous Greece – from the Acropolis, the theatre of Epidaurus, the Temple of Olympian Zeus, Hadrian's Arch and more.Cycling in Greece

exodus.co.uk/trip/MWH

CROATIA

BEST FOR TRANQUIL COASTLINES

Considering the Dalmatian Coast boasts some of the clearest, most resplendent waters in the Mediterranean, it’s still a very peaceful part of the world, unburdened by too much traffic. On this trip, we take some of the very best cycling routes in the area, travelling along the islands of Hvar and Korcula with a ferry trip between them. Swimming off pebble bays and views of seaside villages and tiny medieval towns are just some of the unforgettable highlights.Cycling the Dalmatian Coast

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VIETNAMBEST FOR SEA KAYAKING

Cycling isn’t the only way you’ll see the wonders of Vietnam – you’ll also have the opportunity to kayak in Halong Bay. On the calm waters, you’ll explore hidden caves and meander through floating fishing villages before returning to shore for a fresh, seafood lunch. It’s a wonderful way to celebrate your feat of cycling north from Saigon, even if you were rewarded by a tropical island retreat mid-way along!Cycling Vietnam


ICELANDBEST FOR THUNDERING WATERFALLS

Iceland boasts some of the most striking scenery in the world. Erupting geysers, sparkling glaciers, vast black lava fields and the colourful Landmannalaugar mountains offer magical holiday moments to remember. In the shadow of the notorious Eyjafjallajokull volcano you’ll encounter 60m high Seljalandsfoss, one of the most resplendent waterfalls in Iceland. The thundering Gullfoss Waterfall offers it a run for its money, and we visit that too, watching as rainbows dance in its spray on sunny days.Cycling Southern Iceland


GREECEBEST FOR AEGEAN LANDSCAPES

The azure sea off the coast of Greece is one of the country's biggest attractions, and it’s easy to see why. Perfect for swimming in summer, it’s extraordinarily welcoming after long rides in the sun. Smell the sea in the air as you head to the stunning coast through sprawling vineyards after days of exploring the history and mythology of gorgeous Greece – from the Acropolis, the theatre of Epidaurus, the Temple of Olympian Zeus, Hadrian's Arch and more.Cycling in Greece


CROATIA

BEST FOR TRANQUIL COASTLINES

Considering the Dalmatian Coast boasts some of the clearest, most resplendent waters in the Mediterranean, it’s still a very peaceful part of the world, unburdened by too much traffic. On this trip, we take some of the very best cycling routes in the area, travelling along the islands of Hvar and Korcula with a ferry trip between them. Swimming off pebble bays and views of seaside villages and tiny medieval towns are just some of the unforgettable highlights.Cycling the Dalmatian Coast



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SARDINIA Stunning coastal routes, and some undulating tracks and picturesque towns and villages, Sardinia is heaven for cyclists. Whether the island’s Nuragic monuments or the bird-filled wetlands pique your interest, this trip allows you to take it in at a leisurely pace.

Cycling in Sardinia: Beaches & Wetlands

exodus.co.uk/trip/LSU

MALLORCAForget its reputation as a party paradise, in Mallorca the real fun is to be had on two wheels. Smooth tarmacked roads, quiet coastal routes, and tracks that skirt the foothills of the beautiful Tramuntana Mountains are a thrill to ride.

Mallorca Coast to Coast Ride

exodus.co.uk/trip/LSO

PORTUGALThe Minho region is a patchwork of villages, rolling river scenery, vineyards, historic towns and dramatic coastline. You'll encounter it all on this ride near the Spanish border, sampling both Vinho Verde wine and warm Portuguese hospitality as you do.

Cycling in Portugal: Mountains to the Sea

exodus.co.uk/trip/LRB

AUSTRIAPerhaps the most famous route in Europe, with good reason. Cycle paths and flat terrain lead you on a leisurely adventure to Vienna through stunning scenery. En route you’ll pass medieval castles, ruins and abbeys to explore at your own pace.

Cycling the Danube: Passau to Vienna

exodus.co.uk/trip/LSV

FRANCEScented lavender fields, pretty hilltop villages and quiet country roads make Provence a perennial favourite among cyclists. On this trip you’ve the opportunity to test your mettle on the Tour de France’s mighty Mont Ventoux. Cycle Provence & the Luberon

exodus.co.uk/trip/LSM

ITALYBy day, cycle along the River Po – passing sleepy hamlets and historic ports as you go. By night, sleep in the Ave Maria, your floating boutique hotel. And, should you ever need to give your legs a break, relax on the deck of the boat as you drift downstream.

Bike & Boat: Mantua to Venice

exodus.co.uk/trip/LRH

More European Self-Guided Escapes...Freewheeling

“Don’t tell anyone about how beautiful Lecce is – everyone will go there! There are white limestone cathedrals, old squares and little cobbled streets, but

it’s nowhere near as busy as somewhere like Rome,” says Cheryl Gooch, who visited Italy’s heel on a self-guided cycling trip with Exodus.

Venturing to the southern-most region of Italy ticks all the Mediterranean boxes – scrumptious food and elegant wines, sunny skies and time-old towns – but with fewer crowds. And for Cheryl and her family, cycling over gentle hills and past twinkling bays, at their own pace, seemed the perfect way to catch up. “Cycling 50km a day, in southern Italy, with bikes supplied and all your baggage transported for you – I was sold! Our family’s split across countries – my husband, teenage daughter and I live in Geneva – but our son’s in the UK, so it would’ve been tricky to bring our own bikes. And, as there were five of us, we thought a self-guided trip would give us that extra bit of flexibility and the chance to go at a leisurely pace, chatting as we cycled along. Exodus gave us route notes about the area and suggested detours to the sights – castles, lighthouses, grottos.

We only had to carry what we needed for the day; we left our bags behind in the morning and they magically appeared at our next hotel in the afternoon! We began the trip in beautiful Matera. Buildings staggered up a cliff, with a dramatic drop at the back of the town where caves are built into the rocks. Our next night’s stay in a traditional trullo in Alberobello was a pleasant surprise too.

Each day gave us a complete change of scenery. Puglia is one of the biggest olive-producing areas of Italy, so there are fields and fields of olive trees. There are also flat coastal paths, the chance to stand on the heel of Italy, and a breathtaking view of Lecce as you approach on the final leg of the trip. Not to forget dairy farming and mozzarella production, which worked out nicely for our midday picnics – although we didn’t go over the top at lunch because there was always a delicious meal and a glass of red wine waiting for us in the evening. That’s the brilliant thing about cycling – it’s a great way to see the countryside, and you can eat and drink as much as you like!”Puglia: Self-Guided Cycling in the Heel of Italy

exodus.co.uk/trip/LSI

Set your own pace on a self-guided adventure. Whether you tackle the Tour de France’s mighty Mont Ventoux, or gently meander through vineyards is up to you. But either way you’ll benefit from our support, detailed route notes and luggage-transfer service. So, what are you waiting for? The freedom of the road awaits...

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SARDINIA Stunning coastal routes, and some undulating tracks and picturesque towns and villages, Sardinia is heaven for cyclists. Whether the island’s Nuragic monuments or the bird-filled wetlands pique your interest, this trip allows you to take it in at a leisurely pace.



MALLORCAForget its reputation as a party paradise, in Mallorca the real fun is to be had on two wheels. Smooth tarmacked roads, quiet coastal routes, and tracks that skirt the foothills of the beautiful Tramuntana Mountains are a thrill to ride.

Mallorca Coast to Coast Ride


PORTUGALThe Minho region is a patchwork of villages, rolling river scenery, vineyards, historic towns and dramatic coastline. You'll encounter it all on this ride near the Spanish border, sampling both Vinho Verde wine and warm Portuguese hospitality as you do.



AUSTRIAPerhaps the most famous route in Europe, with good reason. Cycle paths and flat terrain lead you on a leisurely adventure to Vienna through stunning scenery. En route you’ll pass medieval castles, ruins and abbeys to explore at your own pace.



FRANCEScented lavender fields, pretty hilltop villages and quiet country roads make Provence a perennial favourite among cyclists. On this trip you’ve the opportunity to test your mettle on the Tour de France’s mighty Mont Ventoux. Cycle Provence & the Luberon


ITALYBy day, cycle along the River Po – passing sleepy hamlets and historic ports as you go. By night, sleep in the Ave Maria, your floating boutique hotel. And, should you ever need to give your legs a break, relax on the deck of the boat as you drift downstream.



More European Self-Guided Escapes...Freewheeling

“Don’t tell anyone about how beautiful Lecce is – everyone will go there! There are white limestone cathedrals, old squares and little cobbled streets, but

it’s nowhere near as busy as somewhere like Rome,” says Cheryl Gooch, who visited Italy’s heel on a self-guided cycling trip with Exodus.

Venturing to the southern-most region of Italy ticks all the Mediterranean boxes – scrumptious food and elegant wines, sunny skies and time-old towns – but with fewer crowds. And for Cheryl and her family, cycling over gentle hills and past twinkling bays, at their own pace, seemed the perfect way to catch up. “Cycling 50km a day, in southern Italy, with bikes supplied and all your baggage transported for you – I was sold! Our family’s split across countries – my husband, teenage daughter and I live in Geneva – but our son’s in the UK, so it would’ve been tricky to bring our own bikes. And, as there were five of us, we thought a self-guided trip would give us that extra bit of flexibility and the chance to go at a leisurely pace, chatting as we cycled along. Exodus gave us route notes about the area and suggested detours to the sights – castles, lighthouses, grottos.

We only had to carry what we needed for the day; we left our bags behind in the morning and they magically appeared at our next hotel in the afternoon! We began the trip in beautiful Matera. Buildings staggered up a cliff, with a dramatic drop at the back of the town where caves are built into the rocks. Our next night’s stay in a traditional trullo in Alberobello was a pleasant surprise too.

Each day gave us a complete change of scenery. Puglia is one of the biggest olive-producing areas of Italy, so there are fields and fields of olive trees. There are also flat coastal paths, the chance to stand on the heel of Italy, and a breathtaking view of Lecce as you approach on the final leg of the trip. Not to forget dairy farming and mozzarella production, which worked out nicely for our midday picnics – although we didn’t go over the top at lunch because there was always a delicious meal and a glass of red wine waiting for us in the evening. That’s the brilliant thing about cycling – it’s a great way to see the countryside, and you can eat and drink as much as you like!”Puglia: Self-Guided Cycling in the Heel of Italy


Set your own pace on a self-guided adventure. Whether you tackle the Tour de France’s mighty Mont Ventoux, or gently meander through vineyards is up to you. But either way you’ll benefit from our support, detailed route notes and luggage-transfer service. So, what are you waiting for? The freedom of the road awaits...

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It was on Bastille Day in 2013 that cycling journalist Ned Boulting first cycled up Mont Ventoux in the south of France. Later that day, Chris Froome travelled the same road in the yellow jersey, cementing his first Tour de France win. He went on to win twice more in the years to follow and again in 2017. Ned continued to return to the mountain to experience its many highs.

One of those came in 2016, when he joined a group of Exodus competition winners to scale the iconic 1,912m high mountain. Though Ned knew the route well, it didn’t mean that the climb came easy.

“We’d ridden together the previous day and I’d already got a sense of who was stronger than me!” Ned laughs, “So I discreetly absented myself from the front of the group as I knew it’d be much more comfortable if I stayed with some of the more modestly-paced riders!”

It was their company that made this trip so unique: “I kept some of the riders company on the way up, and I really enjoyed myself,” says Ned. “It wasn’t until then that it occurred to me, because I’ve been fortunate enough to cycle Mont Ventoux in the past, how much it might mean to people who’ve never put themselves in that position before.”

The group was varied, consisting of cyclists of different ages, genders and abilities. “Each rider had the same sense of achievement when they got to the top,” Ned says. “It wasn’t any more satisfying for the riders that did it faster than for those who did it slower. That’s the great thing about cycling.

“I’ve tried to play tennis and football in my life and frankly I’m just no good at them. Everyone can cycle though, with very few exceptions. It doesn’t matter what speed you’re going at, as long as you can balance and find the pedals. You find your own level."

Known for strong headwinds, particularly in the final section, and a seemingly never-ending forest stretch, Ventoux is famously unrelenting.

“It’s you versus the mountain, and it takes a long time to get up Mont Ventoux. A lot of other long climbs in France have a gradient that changes all the time – there are some tough sections and some gentler sections. But Ventoux is absolutely constant. The road is quite straight which psychologically makes it harder too. Bends in the road at least give you the impression of making progress!”

As gruelling as it can be, climbing Ventoux yields great highlights.“Of all the mountains I’ve climbed, Ventoux is the most

rewarding,” Ned says. “If you climb the traditional route as we did, you’ll have an incredible view from the north side of the mountain on a clear day. It feels like all of the Alps are laid out in front of you. I didn’t tell anyone in the group about it so I could see their faces when they got there.

For those who doubted they could do it, though, the biggest surprise was getting to the top!"

One of the key elements in the success of the group, Ned believes, was the support team that accompanied them.

“You shouldn’t underestimate the importance of having support on hand,” he says. “The Exodus team were there to unpack the bike correctly and to get us on the road. Modern bikes are incredibly complicated and fragile things – I don’t think I could do it alone.

You’re going on your own journey, and the last thing you need to worry about is your kit going wrong.

And although the group motivated itself in many ways,” Ned concludes, "that back-up you’re simply not going to get unless you go on a trip like this one.”Mont Ventoux Cycling Weekend

exodus.co.uk/trip/MSV

TO U R D E F O RC E

Riding the exact same roads as the pro peloton on one of our iconic drop bar adventures is becoming ever more popular. Conquer famous climbs, enjoy exhilarating descents, immerse yourself in rich history and culture and enjoy full support from our expert local teams. Here, cycling journalist and Tour de France aficionado Ned Boulting tells of his own Exodus experience on Mont Ventoux, and shares his thoughts on other famous routes too...

Discover more drop bar trips overleaf...


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It was on Bastille Day in 2013 that cycling journalist Ned Boulting first cycled up Mont Ventoux in the south of France. Later that day, Chris Froome travelled the same road in the yellow jersey, cementing his first Tour de France win. He went on to win twice more in the years to follow and again in 2017. Ned continued to return to the mountain to experience its many highs.

One of those came in 2016, when he joined a group of Exodus competition winners to scale the iconic 1,912m high mountain. Though Ned knew the route well, it didn’t mean that the climb came easy.

“We’d ridden together the previous day and I’d already got a sense of who was stronger than me!” Ned laughs, “So I discreetly absented myself from the front of the group as I knew it’d be much more comfortable if I stayed with some of the more modestly-paced riders!”

It was their company that made this trip so unique: “I kept some of the riders company on the way up, and I really enjoyed myself,” says Ned. “It wasn’t until then that it occurred to me, because I’ve been fortunate enough to cycle Mont Ventoux in the past, how much it might mean to people who’ve never put themselves in that position before.”

The group was varied, consisting of cyclists of different ages, genders and abilities. “Each rider had the same sense of achievement when they got to the top,” Ned says. “It wasn’t any more satisfying for the riders that did it faster than for those who did it slower. That’s the great thing about cycling.

“I’ve tried to play tennis and football in my life and frankly I’m just no good at them. Everyone can cycle though, with very few exceptions. It doesn’t matter what speed you’re going at, as long as you can balance and find the pedals. You find your own level."

Known for strong headwinds, particularly in the final section, and a seemingly never-ending forest stretch, Ventoux is famously unrelenting.

“It’s you versus the mountain, and it takes a long time to get up Mont Ventoux. A lot of other long climbs in France have a gradient that changes all the time – there are some tough sections and some gentler sections. But Ventoux is absolutely constant. The road is quite straight which psychologically makes it harder too. Bends in the road at least give you the impression of making progress!”

As gruelling as it can be, climbing Ventoux yields great highlights.“Of all the mountains I’ve climbed, Ventoux is the most

rewarding,” Ned says. “If you climb the traditional route as we did, you’ll have an incredible view from the north side of the mountain on a clear day. It feels like all of the Alps are laid out in front of you. I didn’t tell anyone in the group about it so I could see their faces when they got there.

For those who doubted they could do it, though, the biggest surprise was getting to the top!"

One of the key elements in the success of the group, Ned believes, was the support team that accompanied them.

“You shouldn’t underestimate the importance of having support on hand,” he says. “The Exodus team were there to unpack the bike correctly and to get us on the road. Modern bikes are incredibly complicated and fragile things – I don’t think I could do it alone.

You’re going on your own journey, and the last thing you need to worry about is your kit going wrong.

And although the group motivated itself in many ways,” Ned concludes, "that back-up you’re simply not going to get unless you go on a trip like this one.”Mont Ventoux Cycling Weekend


TO U R D E F O RC E

Riding the exact same roads as the pro peloton on one of our iconic drop bar adventures is becoming ever more popular. Conquer famous climbs, enjoy exhilarating descents, immerse yourself in rich history and culture and enjoy full support from our expert local teams. Here, cycling journalist and Tour de France aficionado Ned Boulting tells of his own Exodus experience on Mont Ventoux, and shares his thoughts on other famous routes too...

Discover more drop bar trips overleaf...


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Col de laLombarde

Col de la Bonette

Col de laCroix de Fer

CyclingTransfer

to Lyon

Col de Vars

Col de l’Izoard

Col du GalibierTurin

Cuneo

Guillestre

Barcelonnette

Isola 2000

Briançon

l‘Alpe-d’Huez

St-Jean-de-Maurienne

FRANCE ITALY

0 10 20 30 km

ITALY

MONACO

FRANCE

Menton

Nice

SanRemo

Vence

Grasse

Aspremont

Fayence

Saint-Raphael

MonsCol deSt Arnoux cycling

transfer

Col deVenceGorges

du LoupCol duBroc

Col de laMadone

Caussols

FRANCE

SPAIN

ANDORRA

ToulouseHendaye

Luz-Saint-Saveur

Cadeac

Mauleon-Licharre

Saint-Girons

Ax-les-ThermesSt Cyprien

Pyrenees

CezallierPlateau

Auvergne

CantalPlateau

Col du Beal

AubracPlateau

Gorgesdu Tarn

CausseGorges dela Dourbie Mont Aigoual

Cevennes

Col du pasde Peyrol

Col du Perthus

Millau

La CanourgueFlorac

Murat

Allanche

MontbrisonSauxillanges

Lyon

to Toulouse

cyclingtransfer

FRANCE

CYCLE THE MASSIF CENTRAL Tour de France stages in the Massif Central are always exciting and unpredictable. While we’ve put together this itinerary through the third highest mountain range in France with expert precision, it's the ever-changing scenery along the route that provides hourly thrills. The lush green dormant volcanoes of the Auvergne offer guaranteed inspiration as you travel the cols on which local cycling hero Romain Bardet polishes his climbing skills. Unlike the Alps and Pyrenees, the Massif Central retains a peaceful, remote feel, with excellent roads travelled by fewer cars and cyclists.

Total distance: 563 KMElevation gain: 10,341 MMost famous climb: Cycle into the Cevennes region and climb to the summit on Mont Aigoual for panoramic views.

Cycle the Massif Central

exodus.co.uk/trip/MSM

NED SAYS..."Far from the madding crowds, the Massif Central is the emptiest of France’s great mountain ranges. It is quite distinct from everything else, with the lush volcanic hillsides and seriously beautiful towns making for a unique cycling experience."

NED SAYS..."There’s no finer way to pass between Italy and France than by bike, hugging the coast of the Riviera, before kicking away from the cobalt blue of the Med to tackle some of the most scenic climbs in the South. San Remo is a town steeped in history, and the ride drips with class."

NED SAYS..."The Pyrenees are special. They are wilder, more remote, less well-kempt than the Alps, and all the better for it. Crossing the coast from Atlantic to Mediterranean makes this wonderful route into a very special journey, in the slipstream of some of the Tour’s most memorable history."

NED SAYS..."This is a monster route, peppered with a sequence of the biggest, most iconic names in Alpine climbing. Alpe d’Huez will always catch the eye for its historical echoes. But the real challenge is the vast Col de la Bonnette. I climbed it in 2006, and I’ve never been the same since!"

RAID PYRENEAN COAST TO COAST RIDECycle from the Atlantic to the Mediterranean across famous Pyrenean cols on this huge adventure, watching as medieval cities, beautiful valleys and rushing rivers pass by. On this route, you’ll ascend the most climbed col in the Tour de France – Col du Tourmalet – along with ten more that line the Spanish border. Riders have famously attempted to complete this route in less than 100 hours, but we don’t rush, drinking in the jagged Pyrenean landscapes and enjoying the thrill of each milestone as we go. Celebrate your victory, however long it takes, with a refreshing dip in the sea.

Total distance: 629 KMElevation gain: 12,200 MMost famous climb: The 2,115m Col du Tourmalet is the most climbed col in the Tour de France.

Raid Pyrenean Coast to Coast Ride

exodus.co.uk/trip/MSP

ALPINE COLS OF THE TOUR DE FRANCEClimbing the 21 hairpin bends that line the route to Alpe d’Huez is just one of the memorable highlights of this epic ride. When we say epic, we mean it – the first big challenge is the Col de la Bonnette, the highest in France at 2,802m. It helps you prepare for the challenges ahead, including Vars, climbed 20 times since 1947 in the Tour de France, the impressive Izoard, the Giant of the Alps Galibier and the peaceful Croix de Fer. Though the trip from Italy to France is a challenge, you’ll be rewarded with stunning views on this historic route.

Total distance: 411 KMElevation gain: 13,300 MMost famous climb: Conquer the highest col in Europe, the 2,802m Col de la Bonnette.

Alpine Cols of the Tour de France

exodus.co.uk/trip/MWU

SAN REMO TO SAINT-RAPHAEL RIDE Experience the beauty of both the French and Italian Rivieras on this route that takes you up climbs made famous by the Milan-San Remo and Paris-Nice bike races. Away from traffic, we wind through switchback roads, passing beautiful villages on top of hills that reveal views of the coastline and distant mountains of the Mercantour National Park. There’s plenty of time for exploring out of the saddle too, with a free afternoon to explore the charming town of Vence and a stop at the famous boulangerie in Caussols.

Total distance: 364 KMElevation gain: 9,040 MMost famous climb: The Col de la Madone, at 13km long and 7% average gradient, was one of Lance Armstrong’s favourite climbs.

San Remo to Saint-Raphael Ride

exodus.co.uk/trip/MSN

HERNE HILL VELODROME

N E W S F R O M T H E S A D D L E

BIKEOLOGY WITH NED BOULTINGAs a celebrated journalist, TV presenter and best-selling author, Ned Boulting has hundreds of fascinating stories from the world of cycling. His forthcoming tour, Bikeology, will see him captivate audiences by divulging many of them, sharing tales from the Tour de France and secrets from the saddle. We’re delighted to be sponsoring Ned on this insightful tour – you can find out more about it at bikeology.co.uk

The trackside pavilion at the Herne Hill Velodrome has been rebuilt with the support of Exodus. The 450 metre cycle track dates back to 1891, and the newly named Exodus Travels Pavilion has been an important part of its history. We’re delighted to be working to secure the future of this precious site.

If you fancy trying your hand at track cycling, then be sure to enter our competition to win one of 20 beginners sessions at the Herne Hill Velodrome. For more information and to take part, visit exodus.co.uk/hernehill-trackday

Win

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Col de laLombarde

Col de la Bonette

Col de laCroix de Fer

CyclingTransfer

to Lyon

Col de Vars

Col de l’Izoard

Col du GalibierTurin

Cuneo

Guillestre

Barcelonnette

Isola 2000

Briançon

l‘Alpe-d’Huez

St-Jean-de-Maurienne

FRANCE ITALY

0 10 20 30 km

ITALY

MONACO

FRANCE

Menton

Nice

SanRemo

Vence

Grasse

Aspremont

Fayence

Saint-Raphael

MonsCol deSt Arnoux cycling

transfer

Col deVenceGorges

du LoupCol duBroc

Col de laMadone

Caussols

FRANCE

SPAIN

ANDORRA

ToulouseHendaye

Luz-Saint-Saveur

Cadeac

Mauleon-Licharre

Saint-Girons

Ax-les-ThermesSt Cyprien

Pyrenees

CezallierPlateau

Auvergne

CantalPlateau

Col du Beal

AubracPlateau

Gorgesdu Tarn

CausseGorges dela Dourbie Mont Aigoual

Cevennes

Col du pasde Peyrol

Col du Perthus

Millau

La CanourgueFlorac

Murat

Allanche

MontbrisonSauxillanges

Lyon

to Toulouse

cyclingtransfer

FRANCE

CYCLE THE MASSIF CENTRAL Tour de France stages in the Massif Central are always exciting and unpredictable. While we’ve put together this itinerary through the third highest mountain range in France with expert precision, it's the ever-changing scenery along the route that provides hourly thrills. The lush green dormant volcanoes of the Auvergne offer guaranteed inspiration as you travel the cols on which local cycling hero Romain Bardet polishes his climbing skills. Unlike the Alps and Pyrenees, the Massif Central retains a peaceful, remote feel, with excellent roads travelled by fewer cars and cyclists.

Total distance: 563 KMElevation gain: 10,341 MMost famous climb: Cycle into the Cevennes region and climb to the summit on Mont Aigoual for panoramic views.



NED SAYS..."Far from the madding crowds, the Massif Central is the emptiest of France’s great mountain ranges. It is quite distinct from everything else, with the lush volcanic hillsides and seriously beautiful towns making for a unique cycling experience."

NED SAYS..."There’s no finer way to pass between Italy and France than by bike, hugging the coast of the Riviera, before kicking away from the cobalt blue of the Med to tackle some of the most scenic climbs in the South. San Remo is a town steeped in history, and the ride drips with class."

NED SAYS..."The Pyrenees are special. They are wilder, more remote, less well-kempt than the Alps, and all the better for it. Crossing the coast from Atlantic to Mediterranean makes this wonderful route into a very special journey, in the slipstream of some of the Tour’s most memorable history."

NED SAYS..."This is a monster route, peppered with a sequence of the biggest, most iconic names in Alpine climbing. Alpe d’Huez will always catch the eye for its historical echoes. But the real challenge is the vast Col de la Bonnette. I climbed it in 2006, and I’ve never been the same since!"

RAID PYRENEAN COAST TO COAST RIDECycle from the Atlantic to the Mediterranean across famous Pyrenean cols on this huge adventure, watching as medieval cities, beautiful valleys and rushing rivers pass by. On this route, you’ll ascend the most climbed col in the Tour de France – Col du Tourmalet – along with ten more that line the Spanish border. Riders have famously attempted to complete this route in less than 100 hours, but we don’t rush, drinking in the jagged Pyrenean landscapes and enjoying the thrill of each milestone as we go. Celebrate your victory, however long it takes, with a refreshing dip in the sea.

Total distance: 629 KMElevation gain: 12,200 MMost famous climb: The 2,115m Col du Tourmalet is the most climbed col in the Tour de France.



ALPINE COLS OF THE TOUR DE FRANCEClimbing the 21 hairpin bends that line the route to Alpe d’Huez is just one of the memorable highlights of this epic ride. When we say epic, we mean it – the first big challenge is the Col de la Bonnette, the highest in France at 2,802m. It helps you prepare for the challenges ahead, including Vars, climbed 20 times since 1947 in the Tour de France, the impressive Izoard, the Giant of the Alps Galibier and the peaceful Croix de Fer. Though the trip from Italy to France is a challenge, you’ll be rewarded with stunning views on this historic route.

Total distance: 411 KMElevation gain: 13,300 MMost famous climb: Conquer the highest col in Europe, the 2,802m Col de la Bonnette.



SAN REMO TO SAINT-RAPHAEL RIDE Experience the beauty of both the French and Italian Rivieras on this route that takes you up climbs made famous by the Milan-San Remo and Paris-Nice bike races. Away from traffic, we wind through switchback roads, passing beautiful villages on top of hills that reveal views of the coastline and distant mountains of the Mercantour National Park. There’s plenty of time for exploring out of the saddle too, with a free afternoon to explore the charming town of Vence and a stop at the famous boulangerie in Caussols.

Total distance: 364 KMElevation gain: 9,040 MMost famous climb: The Col de la Madone, at 13km long and 7% average gradient, was one of Lance Armstrong’s favourite climbs.



HERNE HILL VELODROME

N E W S F R O M T H E S A D D L E

BIKEOLOGY WITH NED BOULTINGAs a celebrated journalist, TV presenter and best-selling author, Ned Boulting has hundreds of fascinating stories from the world of cycling. His forthcoming tour, Bikeology, will see him captivate audiences by divulging many of them, sharing tales from the Tour de France and secrets from the saddle. We’re delighted to be sponsoring Ned on this insightful tour – you can find out more about it at bikeology.co.uk

The trackside pavilion at the Herne Hill Velodrome has been rebuilt with the support of Exodus. The 450 metre cycle track dates back to 1891, and the newly named Exodus Travels Pavilion has been an important part of its history. We’re delighted to be working to secure the future of this precious site.

If you fancy trying your hand at track cycling, then be sure to enter our competition to win one of 20 beginners sessions at the Herne Hill Velodrome. For more information and to take part, visit exodus.co.uk/hernehill-trackday

Win

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Prices are in £s per person. Dates and prices correct at time of publication Call 0203 811 5187 or visit exodus.co.uk and enter the three letter trip code

ROAD • Iceland 37

Road36

ICELAND Cycle Southern Iceland

Land Only from £3399 • Flight Inclusive from £3599

Trip Code MSI 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Moderate/Challenging

Trip highlights • Ride through hugely contrasting and dramatic

landscapes• See glaciers, geysirs, waterfalls and volcanoes• Soak in natural hot pools

At a glance• 8 days land only/flight inclusive• 6 days cycling with full vehicle support• 90% tarmac, 10% easy gravel roads• 4 nights en suite hotels, 2 nights guesthouses,

1 night mountain hut• All breakfasts, 6 lunches and 5 dinners included• Local bike hire included• Optional single supplement from £440

Itinerary & daily cycling distance

1 Start Reykjavik. 0 KM

2 Drive from Reykjavik to Krisuvik hot springs; ride the south coast of the Reykjanes Peninsula to Selfoss.

60 KM

3 Drive to Seljalandsfoss Waterfall; ride to Skogafoss Waterfall and continue on to reach Solheimajokull Glacier; overnight in a guesthouse.

70 KM

4 Ride along south coast to Vik; transfer to the Fjallabak area and our mountain hut.

70 KM

5 Transfer to Eldgja; ride the Thjorsardalur Valley stopping en route at traditional 'sod' farmhouse.

40 KM

6 Ride through farmland up to Gullfoss Waterfall and on to Geysir and Laugarvatn.

75 KM

7 Drive to Thingvellir N.P.; ride western side of Lake Thingvellir, across Mt Hengill and down to Reykjavik, visit thermal pools en route.

60 KM

8 End Reykjavik. 0 KM

Months of departure Choose your own date for a tailormade adventure, or join our guided groups in the following months:

JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC● ●


Next steps Visit exodus.co.uk for more details of our trips including maps, Trip Notes and customer reviews. Or arrange your private group holiday on a date to suit you call 0203 733 4849 or email our experts on [email protected]

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Cycle Southern Iceland MSI 37

Cycle Mallorca MEM 38

Cycle the Camino de Santiago

MWC 38

Porto to Lisbon Atlantic Ride MEO 38

Cycle the Canal du Midi MEC 39

Dolomites Centre-Based Cycling

MED 39


MWD 39

Cycling the Italian & Swiss Lakes

MEL 40

Tuscany: Cycle Siena & Chianti

MWI 40

Tuscany: Florence to Lucca Ride

MET 40

Italy Coast to Coast Ride: Puglia to Sorrento

MEI 41

Cycle Cilento & the Amalfi Coast

MWO 41

Cycling Puglia & Matera MWV 42

Cycling in Sardinia MWK 42

Cycling in Sicily MWY 42

Cycle the Baltics MVB 43

Cycling in Poland: Warsaw to Gdansk

MVW 43

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Prague to Budapest Ride MVZ 43

Cycling the Dalmatian Coast MVJ 44

Cycling Northern Croatia & Slovenia

MVG 44

Cycling Bosnia & Montenegro

MVH 44

Cycle Romania MVF 45

Cycle Macedonia & Northern Albania

MVO 45

Cycling in Albania MVA 45

Cycling in Greece MWH 46

Petra & Wadi Rum by Bike MXW 46

Cycle Morocco’s Great South

MMI 46

Cycling the Cape & Winelands

MZC 47

Cycling the Drakensberg & Kruger

MZD 47

Cycle Madagascar MZG 47

Cuban Highlights Ride MAC 48

Cycling Cuba MAH 48

Cycling in Mexico MAM 48

Costa Rica Coast to Coast Ride

MUD 49

Cycle Nicaragua, Costa Rica & Panama

MUC 49

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Cycling Colombia MAY 50

Cycle Peru: Machu Picchu & Titicaca

MPB 50

Cycling the Lake District of Chile & Argentina

MAP 50

Cycle the Hilltribes of Vietnam

MOU 51

Cycling Vietnam MOV 51

Cycle Indochina & Angkor MOC 52

Cycling in Laos MOL 52

Cycle Myanmar (Burma) MOB 52

Cycling Indonesia’s Islands MOI 53

Cycling in Japan MOJ 53

Manali to Leh Ride MIH 53

Cycling through Rajasthan MIJ 54

Cycling India’s Hill Stations MIS 54

Mysore to Goa Ride MIG 54

Cycle the Coast of Kerala

MIA 55


MIK 55

Southern India Coast to Coast Ride

MIT 55

Cycle the Backroads of Sri Lanka

MIR 56

Cycling in Bhutan MIB 56

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Look out for…We love finding new ways of discovering the world to share with our customers, whether that’s new countries, cultures or exciting new activities. Keep an eye out for the NEW flag on the following pages to see which of our cycling adventures are new this season. We have an extensive range of Premium Adventures at Exodus. Look out for the premium flag at the top of the trip listing.

Throughout our holiday listings we’ll share handy tips and information for your next adventure.

Our cycling stylesp37 Road Our classic road rides don’t require technical riding skills so are ideal for cyclists of all levels.

p57 Drop Bars Experienced riders will relish the opportunity to take on some of the most iconic roads in cycle racing, or the challenge of a cyclosportive.

p61 Off Road Head off the beaten track and hit the trails. Trips vary from dirt roads to steep, rocky tracks and the terrain can often be mountainous.

p63 Self-Guided Go your own way, at your own pace with detailed route notes and maps to help guide you. We transfer your luggage ahead, leaving you free to cycle where you fancy.

Support when you need it On the majority of our group cycling trips, a support vehicle accompanies the riders. These carry tools, refreshments, and even (if you’re tired) you! This allows people of different fitness levels to enjoy the same trip.

Choosing your activity levelWhile it’s impossible to be absolutely precise about how easy or hard a bike ride may be, we’ve worked hard to give you a practical guide to what you can expect from each trip. We take into account things like gradient, length of the cycling day and road (or off road!) conditions.

If you want to push yourself, we can provide the challenge, but most of our cycling holidays are exactly that – holidays. The Activity Level dial is your at a glance check for how challenging the trip will be. If a trip tackles a variety of terrains we'll let you know – for example Activity Level 2: Leisurely/Moderate. For more information, visit:

exodus.co.uk/activity-levels#cycle

Activity level 1: LeisurelyIf you can ride a bike and enjoy gentle exercise, these are an ideal introduction to a cycling holiday.

Activity level 3: ModerateMost people who enjoy a weekend riding at home will enjoy a Moderate trip. You need to be in good health and reasonably fit.

Activity level 5: ChallengingChallenging trips require confidence in your ability and physical condition. They are equivalent to an extended period of cycling at home.

Activity level 7: ToughPrevious experience of the cycling style or surface is a must as these routes have long cycling days and tougher terrain on both road and off road trips.

On the following pages our Cycling holidays are listed out for your convenience. You’ll find the highlights of each cycling trip, with summaries that include ‘At a glance’ information on key features, what’s included and months of departure. We also display ‘From’ prices, as well as single supplements. For more details and a full list of dates and prices please follow the link provided at the end of each trip description, like the one below:


On our website you will find day by day itineraries, maps, detailed Trip Notes and a wealth of customer reviews. You can also view a wide selection of images from previous travellers. And if you have any immediate questions, you’re able to join a ‘live chat’ session with one of our Sales experts who will be happy to answer any questions you might have.

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ROAD • Iceland 37

Road36

ICELAND Cycle Southern Iceland


Trip Code MSI 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Moderate/Challenging

Trip highlights • Ride through hugely contrasting and dramatic

landscapes• See glaciers, geysirs, waterfalls and volcanoes• Soak in natural hot pools

At a glance• 8 days land only/flight inclusive• 6 days cycling with full vehicle support• 90% tarmac, 10% easy gravel roads• 4 nights en suite hotels, 2 nights guesthouses,

1 night mountain hut• All breakfasts, 6 lunches and 5 dinners included• Local bike hire included• Optional single supplement from £440


1 Start Reykjavik. 0 KM

2 Drive from Reykjavik to Krisuvik hot springs; ride the south coast of the Reykjanes Peninsula to Selfoss.

60 KM

3 Drive to Seljalandsfoss Waterfall; ride to Skogafoss Waterfall and continue on to reach Solheimajokull Glacier; overnight in a guesthouse.

70 KM

4 Ride along south coast to Vik; transfer to the Fjallabak area and our mountain hut.

70 KM

5 Transfer to Eldgja; ride the Thjorsardalur Valley stopping en route at traditional 'sod' farmhouse.

40 KM

6 Ride through farmland up to Gullfoss Waterfall and on to Geysir and Laugarvatn.

75 KM

7 Drive to Thingvellir N.P.; ride western side of Lake Thingvellir, across Mt Hengill and down to Reykjavik, visit thermal pools en route.

60 KM

8 End Reykjavik. 0 KM





TRIP NAME CODE PAGE

Cycle Southern Iceland MSI 37

Cycle Mallorca MEM 38

Cycle the Camino de Santiago

MWC 38

Porto to Lisbon Atlantic Ride MEO 38

Cycle the Canal du Midi MEC 39

Dolomites Centre-Based Cycling

MED 39


MWD 39

Cycling the Italian & Swiss Lakes

MEL 40

Tuscany: Cycle Siena & Chianti

MWI 40

Tuscany: Florence to Lucca Ride

MET 40

Italy Coast to Coast Ride: Puglia to Sorrento

MEI 41

Cycle Cilento & the Amalfi Coast

MWO 41

Cycling Puglia & Matera MWV 42

Cycling in Sardinia MWK 42

Cycling in Sicily MWY 42

Cycle the Baltics MVB 43

Cycling in Poland: Warsaw to Gdansk

MVW 43

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Prague to Budapest Ride MVZ 43

Cycling the Dalmatian Coast MVJ 44

Cycling Northern Croatia & Slovenia

MVG 44

Cycling Bosnia & Montenegro

MVH 44

Cycle Romania MVF 45

Cycle Macedonia & Northern Albania

MVO 45

Cycling in Albania MVA 45

Cycling in Greece MWH 46

Petra & Wadi Rum by Bike MXW 46

Cycle Morocco’s Great South

MMI 46

Cycling the Cape & Winelands

MZC 47

Cycling the Drakensberg & Kruger

MZD 47

Cycle Madagascar MZG 47

Cuban Highlights Ride MAC 48

Cycling Cuba MAH 48

Cycling in Mexico MAM 48

Costa Rica Coast to Coast Ride

MUD 49

Cycle Nicaragua, Costa Rica & Panama

MUC 49

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Cycling Colombia MAY 50

Cycle Peru: Machu Picchu & Titicaca

MPB 50

Cycling the Lake District of Chile & Argentina

MAP 50

Cycle the Hilltribes of Vietnam

MOU 51

Cycling Vietnam MOV 51

Cycle Indochina & Angkor MOC 52

Cycling in Laos MOL 52

Cycle Myanmar (Burma) MOB 52

Cycling Indonesia’s Islands MOI 53

Cycling in Japan MOJ 53

Manali to Leh Ride MIH 53

Cycling through Rajasthan MIJ 54

Cycling India’s Hill Stations MIS 54

Mysore to Goa Ride MIG 54

Cycle the Coast of Kerala

MIA 55


MIK 55

Southern India Coast to Coast Ride

MIT 55

Cycle the Backroads of Sri Lanka

MIR 56

Cycling in Bhutan MIB 56

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Look out for…We love finding new ways of discovering the world to share with our customers, whether that’s new countries, cultures or exciting new activities. Keep an eye out for the NEW flag on the following pages to see which of our cycling adventures are new this season. We have an extensive range of Premium Adventures at Exodus. Look out for the premium flag at the top of the trip listing.

Throughout our holiday listings we’ll share handy tips and information for your next adventure.

Our cycling stylesp37 Road Our classic road rides don’t require technical riding skills so are ideal for cyclists of all levels.

p57 Drop Bars Experienced riders will relish the opportunity to take on some of the most iconic roads in cycle racing, or the challenge of a cyclosportive.

p61 Off Road Head off the beaten track and hit the trails. Trips vary from dirt roads to steep, rocky tracks and the terrain can often be mountainous.

p63 Self-Guided Go your own way, at your own pace with detailed route notes and maps to help guide you. We transfer your luggage ahead, leaving you free to cycle where you fancy.

Support when you need it On the majority of our group cycling trips, a support vehicle accompanies the riders. These carry tools, refreshments, and even (if you’re tired) you! This allows people of different fitness levels to enjoy the same trip.

Choosing your activity levelWhile it’s impossible to be absolutely precise about how easy or hard a bike ride may be, we’ve worked hard to give you a practical guide to what you can expect from each trip. We take into account things like gradient, length of the cycling day and road (or off road!) conditions.

If you want to push yourself, we can provide the challenge, but most of our cycling holidays are exactly that – holidays. The Activity Level dial is your at a glance check for how challenging the trip will be. If a trip tackles a variety of terrains we'll let you know – for example Activity Level 2: Leisurely/Moderate. For more information, visit:

exodus.co.uk/activity-levels#cycle

Activity level 1: LeisurelyIf you can ride a bike and enjoy gentle exercise, these are an ideal introduction to a cycling holiday.

Activity level 3: ModerateMost people who enjoy a weekend riding at home will enjoy a Moderate trip. You need to be in good health and reasonably fit.

Activity level 5: ChallengingChallenging trips require confidence in your ability and physical condition. They are equivalent to an extended period of cycling at home.

Activity level 7: ToughPrevious experience of the cycling style or surface is a must as these routes have long cycling days and tougher terrain on both road and off road trips.

On the following pages our Cycling holidays are listed out for your convenience. You’ll find the highlights of each cycling trip, with summaries that include ‘At a glance’ information on key features, what’s included and months of departure. We also display ‘From’ prices, as well as single supplements. For more details and a full list of dates and prices please follow the link provided at the end of each trip description, like the one below:


On our website you will find day by day itineraries, maps, detailed Trip Notes and a wealth of customer reviews. You can also view a wide selection of images from previous travellers. And if you have any immediate questions, you’re able to join a ‘live chat’ session with one of our Sales experts who will be happy to answer any questions you might have.

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ROAD • France, Italy, Austria 3938 ROAD • Spain, Portugal

FRANCE Cycle the Canal du Midi


Trip Code MEC 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Moderate

Trip highlights • Explore traditional French villages • Delicious Languedoc wines• Discover Carcassonne and Narbonne

At a glance• 8 days land only/flight inclusive • 5 days cycling with emergency vehicle support• 50% paved roads, 50% gravel tracks and canal paths • 7 nights hotels all en suite • All breakfasts included• Local bike hire included • Optional single supplement from £360


1 Start Carcassonne. 0 KM

2 Loop ride around Carcassonne to the foot of the ‘Montagne Noire’.

35 KM

3 Cycle from Carcassonne over locks and bridges to Homps.

44 KM

4 Follow the Canal du Midi from Homps to Nissan Les Enserune.

49 KM

5 Cycle through vineyards to Narbonne. 35 KM

6 Cycle from Narbonne to Gruissan via the Montagne de la Clap vineyards.

33 KM

7 Free day in Gruissan. 0 KM

8 End Gruissan. 0 KM


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SPAIN Cycle Mallorca


Trip Code MEM 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Moderate

Trip highlights • Cycle across the entire island of Mallorca • Indulge in delicious Spanish food and wine • Visit medieval market towns and white sandy

beaches

At a glance• 8 days land only/flight inclusive • 6 days cycling with partial vehicle support (limited

seats)• 100% tarmac roads with some climbs • 7 nights hotels all en suite • All breakfasts included• Local bike hire included • Optional single supplement from £230


1 Start Algaida. 0 KM

2 Circular ride through southern Mallorca to the long sandy Es Trenc Beach.

79 KM

3 Cycle to the monastery of San Salvador for spectacular views of the Tramuntana Mountains and the coast.

77 KM

4 Pedal through beautiful rural countryside to Alaro. 50 KM

5 Circular ride through the foothills of the Tramuntana Mountains to the pretty hillside towns of Orient and Bunyola.

40 KM

6 Visit the Coves of Campanet; cycle to the old walled town of Alcudia.

47 KM

7 Cycle to the 16th Century Talaia d’Albercutx overlooking the mountains and sea; relaxing afternoon in Pollenca old town.

52 KM

8 End Alcudia.


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SPAIN Cycle the Camino de Santiago


Trip Code MWC 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Moderate/Challenging

Trip highlights • Follow the famous pilgrimage route to Santiago • Explore gothic cathedrals and medieval

monasteries • Enjoy regional wines and seasonal speciality food


seats)• 50% tarmac roads, 50% gravel roads and tracks

with some climbs • 7 nights in hotels and Casas Rurales all en suite• All breakfasts included• Local bike hire included • Optional single supplement from £190


1 Start Leon. 0 KM

2 Ride across the plains of Castille through beautiful countryside and quaint villages to Astorga.

58 KM

3 Climb into the mountains of Leon to Monte de la Cruz de Ferro; descend to Molinaseca.

52 KM

4 Ride to Villafranca with views across the valleys of Galicia and mountains of Leon.

54 KM

5 Enter Galicia's landscape of traditional agricultural villages; cycle past the Samos monastery on the way to Sarria.

50 KM

6 Pedal along tree-lined paths to Portomarin, continue to Palas de Rei.

54 KM

7 Short ascents and descents to Monte de Gozo; follow the pilgrims' route to the cathedral of Santiago de Compostela.

67 KM

8 End Santiago de Compostela. 0 KM


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ITALY, AUSTRIA Dolomites Centre-Based Cycling


Trip Code MED 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Leisurely/Moderate

Trip highlights • Immerse yourself in spectacular mountain scenery • Feast on indulgent local cuisine• Relax in a wonderful 4-star hotel

At a glance• 8 days land only/flight inclusive • 5 days cycling with emergency vehicle support • 80% tarmac roads, 20% gravel cycle paths on an

undulating route • 7 nights in the 4-star Hotel Adler, all rooms en suite • All breakfasts and 6 dinners included• Local bike hire included • E-bike hire available on request • Optional single supplement from £200


1 Start Villabassa. 0 KM

2 Cycle along the Rienz River to Brunico; visit a folklore museum before transferring back to Villabassa.

32 KM

3 Transfer to the Sexten Valley; cycle back to Villabassa along quiet cycle paths via San Candido and the 8th Century Innichen Abbey.

27 KM

4 Follow the Drau cycle path across the Austrian border to Lienz; explore the historic town before transferring to Villabassa.

55 KM

5 Free day in Villabassa; enjoy a walk around the mountainous terrain or visit Bolzano, capital of the South Tyrol.

0 KM

6 Cycle past the famous peaks of Tre Cima di Lavaredo en route to Cortina d’Ampezzo. After visiting the town transfer back to the hotel.

35 KM

7 Transfer into the Casies Valley; visit Monguelfo castle before cycling back to Villabassa.

27 KM

8 End Villabassa. 0 KM


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PORTUGAL Porto to Lisbon Atlantic Ride


Trip Code MEO 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Leisurely/Moderate

Trip highlights • Discover Lisbon and Porto, the two main cities of

Portugal• Stay in fantastic premium accommodation and try

delicious local cuisine• Enjoy coastal rides and free time to relax by the sea

At a glance• 8 days land only/flight inclusive• 5 days cycling with partial vehicle support (limited

seats)• 90% tarmac roads and cycle paths, 10% unpaved

trails• Mix of flat riding and undulations throughout• 7 nights premium hotels all en suite • All breakfasts, 1 wine tasting and 1 dinner included• Local bike hire included• E-bike hire available on request• Optional single supplement from £295


1 Start Porto; orientation tour and wine tasting. 0 KM

2 Coastal ride to the seaside town of Furadouro. 45 KM

3 Cycle to Mira via the Sao Jacinto dunes. 58 KM

4 Pedal to Figuera da Foz. 63 KM

5 Ride to the village of Sao Pedro do Moel. 62 KM

6 Cycle to the medieval town of Obidos from Nazare.

69 KM

7 Morning transfer to Lisbon; free sightseeing. 0 KM

8 End in Lisbon.



exodus.co.uk/trip/MEO

ITALY Dolomites, Lake Garda & Venice Ride


Trip Code MWD 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Moderate

Trip highlights • Cycle through stunning Dolomite scenery • Relax on a boat trip across Lake Garda• Discover the fascinating cities of Verona, Padua

and Venice

At a glance• 8 days land only/flight inclusive • 6 days cycling with emergency vehicle support• 95% tarmac roads, 5% gravel tracks with some

short climbs • 7 nights hotels all en suite• All breakfasts included• Local bike hire included • E-bike hire available on request • Optional single supplement from £235


1 Start Bolzano, in the Dolomites mountain range. 0 KM

2 Cycle alongside the Adige River to Trento, capital of the Trentino region.

70 KM

3 Cycle to Lake Garda; 4-hour ferry cruise to the southern shore of the lake.

50 KM

4 Ride from Lake Garda to Verona, explore the town which was made famous by Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet.

60 KM

5 Cycle to Vicenza through vineyards and the rolling hills of Monti Berici.

75 KM

6 Pass the Palladian Villa Rotonda as we cycle to Padua where Giotto’s Chapel and other marvels await.

50 KM

7 Follow Veneto's flat roads towards Venice on the Adriatic Sea; afternoon drink on Piazza San Marco or a stroll across the Rialto Bridge.

40 KM

8 End Mestre (Venice). 0 KM





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The advantage of a Flight Inclusive package for UK clients is the protection provided under package travel regulations whereby

Exodus, as the holiday provider, is responsible for additional costs incurred when one part of the package fails (air traffic control strikes, weather-related disruption etc). Where flight and land components are booked separately this protection does not apply.


ROAD • France, Italy, Austria 3938 ROAD • Spain, Portugal

FRANCE Cycle the Canal du Midi


Trip Code MEC 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Moderate

Trip highlights • Explore traditional French villages • Delicious Languedoc wines• Discover Carcassonne and Narbonne

At a glance• 8 days land only/flight inclusive • 5 days cycling with emergency vehicle support• 50% paved roads, 50% gravel tracks and canal paths • 7 nights hotels all en suite • All breakfasts included• Local bike hire included • Optional single supplement from £360


1 Start Carcassonne. 0 KM

2 Loop ride around Carcassonne to the foot of the ‘Montagne Noire’.

35 KM

3 Cycle from Carcassonne over locks and bridges to Homps.

44 KM

4 Follow the Canal du Midi from Homps to Nissan Les Enserune.

49 KM

5 Cycle through vineyards to Narbonne. 35 KM

6 Cycle from Narbonne to Gruissan via the Montagne de la Clap vineyards.

33 KM

7 Free day in Gruissan. 0 KM

8 End Gruissan. 0 KM



exodus.co.uk/trip/MEC

SPAIN Cycle Mallorca


Trip Code MEM 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Moderate

Trip highlights • Cycle across the entire island of Mallorca • Indulge in delicious Spanish food and wine • Visit medieval market towns and white sandy

beaches


seats)• 100% tarmac roads with some climbs • 7 nights hotels all en suite • All breakfasts included• Local bike hire included • Optional single supplement from £230


1 Start Algaida. 0 KM

2 Circular ride through southern Mallorca to the long sandy Es Trenc Beach.

79 KM

3 Cycle to the monastery of San Salvador for spectacular views of the Tramuntana Mountains and the coast.

77 KM

4 Pedal through beautiful rural countryside to Alaro. 50 KM

5 Circular ride through the foothills of the Tramuntana Mountains to the pretty hillside towns of Orient and Bunyola.

40 KM

6 Visit the Coves of Campanet; cycle to the old walled town of Alcudia.

47 KM

7 Cycle to the 16th Century Talaia d’Albercutx overlooking the mountains and sea; relaxing afternoon in Pollenca old town.

52 KM

8 End Alcudia.



exodus.co.uk/trip/MEM

SPAIN Cycle the Camino de Santiago


Trip Code MWC 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Moderate/Challenging

Trip highlights • Follow the famous pilgrimage route to Santiago • Explore gothic cathedrals and medieval

monasteries • Enjoy regional wines and seasonal speciality food


seats)• 50% tarmac roads, 50% gravel roads and tracks

with some climbs • 7 nights in hotels and Casas Rurales all en suite• All breakfasts included• Local bike hire included • Optional single supplement from £190


1 Start Leon. 0 KM

2 Ride across the plains of Castille through beautiful countryside and quaint villages to Astorga.

58 KM

3 Climb into the mountains of Leon to Monte de la Cruz de Ferro; descend to Molinaseca.

52 KM

4 Ride to Villafranca with views across the valleys of Galicia and mountains of Leon.

54 KM

5 Enter Galicia's landscape of traditional agricultural villages; cycle past the Samos monastery on the way to Sarria.

50 KM

6 Pedal along tree-lined paths to Portomarin, continue to Palas de Rei.

54 KM

7 Short ascents and descents to Monte de Gozo; follow the pilgrims' route to the cathedral of Santiago de Compostela.

67 KM

8 End Santiago de Compostela. 0 KM



exodus.co.uk/trip/MWC

ITALY, AUSTRIA Dolomites Centre-Based Cycling


Trip Code MED 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Leisurely/Moderate

Trip highlights • Immerse yourself in spectacular mountain scenery • Feast on indulgent local cuisine• Relax in a wonderful 4-star hotel

At a glance• 8 days land only/flight inclusive • 5 days cycling with emergency vehicle support • 80% tarmac roads, 20% gravel cycle paths on an

undulating route • 7 nights in the 4-star Hotel Adler, all rooms en suite • All breakfasts and 6 dinners included• Local bike hire included • E-bike hire available on request • Optional single supplement from £200


1 Start Villabassa. 0 KM

2 Cycle along the Rienz River to Brunico; visit a folklore museum before transferring back to Villabassa.

32 KM

3 Transfer to the Sexten Valley; cycle back to Villabassa along quiet cycle paths via San Candido and the 8th Century Innichen Abbey.

27 KM

4 Follow the Drau cycle path across the Austrian border to Lienz; explore the historic town before transferring to Villabassa.

55 KM

5 Free day in Villabassa; enjoy a walk around the mountainous terrain or visit Bolzano, capital of the South Tyrol.

0 KM

6 Cycle past the famous peaks of Tre Cima di Lavaredo en route to Cortina d’Ampezzo. After visiting the town transfer back to the hotel.

35 KM

7 Transfer into the Casies Valley; visit Monguelfo castle before cycling back to Villabassa.

27 KM

8 End Villabassa. 0 KM




PORTUGAL Porto to Lisbon Atlantic Ride


Trip Code MEO 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Leisurely/Moderate

Trip highlights • Discover Lisbon and Porto, the two main cities of

Portugal• Stay in fantastic premium accommodation and try

delicious local cuisine• Enjoy coastal rides and free time to relax by the sea


seats)• 90% tarmac roads and cycle paths, 10% unpaved

trails• Mix of flat riding and undulations throughout• 7 nights premium hotels all en suite • All breakfasts, 1 wine tasting and 1 dinner included• Local bike hire included• E-bike hire available on request• Optional single supplement from £295


1 Start Porto; orientation tour and wine tasting. 0 KM

2 Coastal ride to the seaside town of Furadouro. 45 KM

3 Cycle to Mira via the Sao Jacinto dunes. 58 KM

4 Pedal to Figuera da Foz. 63 KM

5 Ride to the village of Sao Pedro do Moel. 62 KM

6 Cycle to the medieval town of Obidos from Nazare.

69 KM

7 Morning transfer to Lisbon; free sightseeing. 0 KM

8 End in Lisbon.



exodus.co.uk/trip/MEO

ITALY Dolomites, Lake Garda & Venice Ride


Trip Code MWD 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Moderate

Trip highlights • Cycle through stunning Dolomite scenery • Relax on a boat trip across Lake Garda• Discover the fascinating cities of Verona, Padua

and Venice

At a glance• 8 days land only/flight inclusive • 6 days cycling with emergency vehicle support• 95% tarmac roads, 5% gravel tracks with some

short climbs • 7 nights hotels all en suite• All breakfasts included• Local bike hire included • E-bike hire available on request • Optional single supplement from £235


1 Start Bolzano, in the Dolomites mountain range. 0 KM

2 Cycle alongside the Adige River to Trento, capital of the Trentino region.

70 KM

3 Cycle to Lake Garda; 4-hour ferry cruise to the southern shore of the lake.

50 KM

4 Ride from Lake Garda to Verona, explore the town which was made famous by Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet.

60 KM

5 Cycle to Vicenza through vineyards and the rolling hills of Monti Berici.

75 KM

6 Pass the Palladian Villa Rotonda as we cycle to Padua where Giotto’s Chapel and other marvels await.

50 KM

7 Follow Veneto's flat roads towards Venice on the Adriatic Sea; afternoon drink on Piazza San Marco or a stroll across the Rialto Bridge.

40 KM

8 End Mestre (Venice). 0 KM





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“Two fab guides, great cycling, amazing food and much vino tinto.”

Victoria Loxley

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The advantage of a Flight Inclusive package for UK clients is the protection provided under package travel regulations whereby

Exodus, as the holiday provider, is responsible for additional costs incurred when one part of the package fails (air traffic control strikes, weather-related disruption etc). Where flight and land components are booked separately this protection does not apply.


ROAD • Italy 4140 ROAD • Italy, Switzerland

ITALY Cycle Cilento & the Amalfi Coast


Trip Code MWO 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Moderate

Trip highlights • Rugged nature of Cilento National Park • Cycle along the stunning Amalfi Coast• Warm hospitality and succulent cuisine


seats)• 100% tarmac roads• Undulating throughout with a few steady climbs• 6 nights 3 and 4-star hotels, 1 night farmhouse• All breakfasts and 1 dinner included• Local bike hire included• E-bike or road bike hire available on request• Optional single supplement from £215


1 Start in Palinuro, on the southern coast of Cilento. 0 KM

2 Cycle along unspoilt coastline to San Severino. 55 KM

3 To the medieval village of Pisciotta; descend to Casalvelino.

40 KM

4 Undulating ride through coastal villages; end in Paestum.

60 KM

5 Train to Salerno; scenic ride to Minori, our base for three nights.

22 KM

6 Cycle along the Amalfi Coast to Praiano and Positano.

56 KM

7 Free day for optional activities on the Amalfi Coast.

0 KM

8 End Minori. 0 KM


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ITALY, SWITZERLAND Cycling the Italian & Swiss Lakes


Trip Code MEL 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Moderate

Trip highlights • Cycle around four lakes in two countries• Enjoy an incredibly varied local gastronomy• Two guided orientation walks at Lugano and Como

At a glance• 8 days land only/flight inclusive • 5 days cycling with emergency vehicle support• 100% tarmac roads with some climbs • 6 nights hotels, 1 night holiday guesthouse,

all en suite • All breakfasts, 1 lunch, 1 dinner and various local

food tastings included• Local bike hire included • Optional single supplement from £145


1 Start Armeno, a small village on the eastern hills of Lake Orta.

0 KM

2 Ride south along Lake Orta towards Lake Maggiore through the amazing Lagoni di Mercurago Natural Park; continue to the medieval town of Angera to visit Borromeo Castle and taste Grappa.

40 KM

3 Cycle along the shores of Lake Maggiore to the Hermitage of Santa Caterina del Sasso. After a tasting of traditional cheese, cold meats and honey, continue through the picturesque village of Laveno to Porto Valtravaglia.

35 KM

4 Free day to relax at Lake Maggiore, or take a ferry to the famous Borromean Islands.

0 KM

5 Cycle into Switzerland where we stop in Caslano to visit the Chocolate Museum of Alprose and of course taste their products! Continue to Lugano for a walking tour then on to Menaggio on the shores of Lake Como.

72 KM

6 Circular ride north around Lake Como to Colico with a stop en route for wine tasting at a local cellar; return to Menaggio by ferry.

36 KM

7 Ride south along Lake Como to the beautiful Villa del Balbianello, a setting in the Casino Royale Bond film. Continue cycling for an ice cream tasting before reaching the city of Como for a guided walk; return to Menaggio by ferry.

34 KM

8 End Menaggio. 0 KM


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ITALY Tuscany: Cycle Siena & Chianti


Trip Code MWI 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Moderate

Trip highlights • Ride quiet roads through the emerald vineyard

valleys of Chianti• Explore the cultural cities of Siena and Florence• Enjoy local Chianti wine and traditional cuisine


seats)• 85% tarmac, 15% easy gravel roads• 7 nights hotels all en suite• All breakfasts included• Trip can be combined with -

MET Tuscany: Florence to Lucca ride• Local bike hire included• Optional single supplement from £235


1 Start San Quirico. 0 KM

2 Circular ride through classic Tuscan countryside via Pienza, the wine town of Montepulciano and the thermal spa village of Bagno Vignoni.

61 KM

3 Ride through vineyards and the walled town of Murlo to Siena.

60 KM

4 Free day in Siena to explore or relax. 0 KM

5 Ride via Gaiole and Radda to Castellina in Chianti.

55 KM

6 Circular ride through the Chianti hills via towers of San Gimignano and Monteriggioni.

56 KM

7 Cycle to Florence via Panzano and Greve in Chianti.

62 KM

8 End Florence. 0 KM



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ITALY Tuscany: Florence to Lucca Ride


Trip Code MET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Moderate/Challenging

Trip highlights • Beautiful Pisa and Lucca• Ride Northern Tuscany’s finest roads • Picturesque Vinci: home of Leonardo

At a glance• 8 days land only/flight inclusive• 6 days cycling, with partial vehicle support (limited

seats)• 95% tarmac, 5% white roads• 7 nights hotels all en suite • All breakfasts included• Trip can be combined with -

MWI: Tuscany: Cycle Siena & Chianti• Local bike hire included• Optional single supplement from £170


1 Start Florence. 0 KM

2 Ride up to enjoy panoramic views of Florence before heading out to medieval Vinci.

60 KM

3 Cycle through classic Tuscan villages on the way to the thermal spa town of Montecatini Terme.

55 KM

4 Challenging climbs take us into the mountains en route to the amazing hilltop city of Barga; continue riding to the pretty market town of Castelnuovo di Garfagnana.

70 KM

5 Circular ride in the glorious Alpi Apuane mountains or optional walks on the Ligurian Cinque Terre coastline.

52 KM

6 Ride south through the mountains to pretty Lucca, via the iconic Devil’s Bridge.

57 KM

7 Enjoy one last circular ride on the banks of the Serchio river, leading to Pisa.

64 KM

8 End Lucca. 0 KM



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ITALY Italy Coast to Coast Ride: Puglia to Sorrento


Trip Code MEI 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Challenging

Trip highlights • Stunning door-to-door rides through traffic-free roads• Cycle across Italy from Puglia to the Amalfi Coast• Visit UNESCO sites and venture into forgotten

villages


seats)• 90% tarmac,10% unpaved, some long rides and

challenging climbs• 6 nights 3 and 4-star hotels, 1 night farmhouse• All breakfasts and 4 dinners included• Local bike hire included• E-bike or road bike hire available on request• Optional single supplement from £210


1 Start in the coastal town of Polignano a Mare. 0 KM

2 Ride through the Apulian countryside to Matera. 85 KM

3 Challenging ride to Castelmezzano, in the heart of Basilicata.

97 KM

4 Ride to Padula, home of a UNESCO Carthusian monastery.

95 KM

5 Cycle to the village of Corleto; overnight in agriturismo with pool.

50 KM

6 Ride to Paestum; visit the famous Greek temple. 70 KM

7 Coastal ride to Sorrento along the Amalfi Coast. 60 KM

8 End in Sorrento. 0 KM





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ROAD • Italy 4140 ROAD • Italy, Switzerland

ITALY Cycle Cilento & the Amalfi Coast


Trip Code MWO 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Moderate

Trip highlights • Rugged nature of Cilento National Park • Cycle along the stunning Amalfi Coast• Warm hospitality and succulent cuisine


seats)• 100% tarmac roads• Undulating throughout with a few steady climbs• 6 nights 3 and 4-star hotels, 1 night farmhouse• All breakfasts and 1 dinner included• Local bike hire included• E-bike or road bike hire available on request• Optional single supplement from £215


1 Start in Palinuro, on the southern coast of Cilento. 0 KM

2 Cycle along unspoilt coastline to San Severino. 55 KM

3 To the medieval village of Pisciotta; descend to Casalvelino.

40 KM

4 Undulating ride through coastal villages; end in Paestum.

60 KM

5 Train to Salerno; scenic ride to Minori, our base for three nights.

22 KM

6 Cycle along the Amalfi Coast to Praiano and Positano.

56 KM

7 Free day for optional activities on the Amalfi Coast.

0 KM

8 End Minori. 0 KM



exodus.co.uk/trip/MWO

ITALY, SWITZERLAND Cycling the Italian & Swiss Lakes


Trip Code MEL 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Moderate

Trip highlights • Cycle around four lakes in two countries• Enjoy an incredibly varied local gastronomy• Two guided orientation walks at Lugano and Como

At a glance• 8 days land only/flight inclusive • 5 days cycling with emergency vehicle support• 100% tarmac roads with some climbs • 6 nights hotels, 1 night holiday guesthouse,

all en suite • All breakfasts, 1 lunch, 1 dinner and various local

food tastings included• Local bike hire included • Optional single supplement from £145


1 Start Armeno, a small village on the eastern hills of Lake Orta.

0 KM

2 Ride south along Lake Orta towards Lake Maggiore through the amazing Lagoni di Mercurago Natural Park; continue to the medieval town of Angera to visit Borromeo Castle and taste Grappa.

40 KM

3 Cycle along the shores of Lake Maggiore to the Hermitage of Santa Caterina del Sasso. After a tasting of traditional cheese, cold meats and honey, continue through the picturesque village of Laveno to Porto Valtravaglia.

35 KM

4 Free day to relax at Lake Maggiore, or take a ferry to the famous Borromean Islands.

0 KM

5 Cycle into Switzerland where we stop in Caslano to visit the Chocolate Museum of Alprose and of course taste their products! Continue to Lugano for a walking tour then on to Menaggio on the shores of Lake Como.

72 KM

6 Circular ride north around Lake Como to Colico with a stop en route for wine tasting at a local cellar; return to Menaggio by ferry.

36 KM

7 Ride south along Lake Como to the beautiful Villa del Balbianello, a setting in the Casino Royale Bond film. Continue cycling for an ice cream tasting before reaching the city of Como for a guided walk; return to Menaggio by ferry.

34 KM

8 End Menaggio. 0 KM




ITALY Tuscany: Cycle Siena & Chianti


Trip Code MWI 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Moderate

Trip highlights • Ride quiet roads through the emerald vineyard

valleys of Chianti• Explore the cultural cities of Siena and Florence• Enjoy local Chianti wine and traditional cuisine


seats)• 85% tarmac, 15% easy gravel roads• 7 nights hotels all en suite• All breakfasts included• Trip can be combined with -

MET Tuscany: Florence to Lucca ride• Local bike hire included• Optional single supplement from £235



2 Circular ride through classic Tuscan countryside via Pienza, the wine town of Montepulciano and the thermal spa village of Bagno Vignoni.

61 KM

3 Ride through vineyards and the walled town of Murlo to Siena.

60 KM

4 Free day in Siena to explore or relax. 0 KM

5 Ride via Gaiole and Radda to Castellina in Chianti.

55 KM

6 Circular ride through the Chianti hills via towers of San Gimignano and Monteriggioni.

56 KM

7 Cycle to Florence via Panzano and Greve in Chianti.

62 KM




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ITALY Tuscany: Florence to Lucca Ride


Trip Code MET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Moderate/Challenging

Trip highlights • Beautiful Pisa and Lucca• Ride Northern Tuscany’s finest roads • Picturesque Vinci: home of Leonardo

At a glance• 8 days land only/flight inclusive• 6 days cycling, with partial vehicle support (limited

seats)• 95% tarmac, 5% white roads• 7 nights hotels all en suite • All breakfasts included• Trip can be combined with -

MWI: Tuscany: Cycle Siena & Chianti• Local bike hire included• Optional single supplement from £170


1 Start Florence. 0 KM

2 Ride up to enjoy panoramic views of Florence before heading out to medieval Vinci.

60 KM

3 Cycle through classic Tuscan villages on the way to the thermal spa town of Montecatini Terme.

55 KM

4 Challenging climbs take us into the mountains en route to the amazing hilltop city of Barga; continue riding to the pretty market town of Castelnuovo di Garfagnana.

70 KM

5 Circular ride in the glorious Alpi Apuane mountains or optional walks on the Ligurian Cinque Terre coastline.

52 KM

6 Ride south through the mountains to pretty Lucca, via the iconic Devil’s Bridge.

57 KM

7 Enjoy one last circular ride on the banks of the Serchio river, leading to Pisa.

64 KM

8 End Lucca. 0 KM



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ITALY Italy Coast to Coast Ride: Puglia to Sorrento


Trip Code MEI 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Challenging

Trip highlights • Stunning door-to-door rides through traffic-free roads• Cycle across Italy from Puglia to the Amalfi Coast• Visit UNESCO sites and venture into forgotten

villages


seats)• 90% tarmac,10% unpaved, some long rides and

challenging climbs• 6 nights 3 and 4-star hotels, 1 night farmhouse• All breakfasts and 4 dinners included• Local bike hire included• E-bike or road bike hire available on request• Optional single supplement from £210


1 Start in the coastal town of Polignano a Mare. 0 KM

2 Ride through the Apulian countryside to Matera. 85 KM

3 Challenging ride to Castelmezzano, in the heart of Basilicata.

97 KM

4 Ride to Padula, home of a UNESCO Carthusian monastery.

95 KM

5 Cycle to the village of Corleto; overnight in agriturismo with pool.

50 KM

6 Ride to Paestum; visit the famous Greek temple. 70 KM

7 Coastal ride to Sorrento along the Amalfi Coast. 60 KM

8 End in Sorrento. 0 KM





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ITALY Cycling Puglia & Matera


Trip Code MWV 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Moderate

Trip highlights • Stunning UNESCO town of Matera• Gentle cycling through olive groves and past white-

coned trulli• Fantastic coastal rides and swimming opportunities


seats)• 90% tarmac, 10% short sections of gravel• Quiet rural undulating roads • 6 nights comfortable hotels and 1 night converted

farmhouse, all en suite• All breakfasts included• Local bike hire included• E-bike hire available on request• Optional single supplement from £240


1 Start Matera. 0 KM

2 Scenic ride to Alberobello, famous for the iconic trulli.

70 KM

3 Cycle through country lanes to the hilltop town of Ostuni.

45 KM

4 Ride through quaint villages to a renovated farmhouse.

56 KM

5 Cycle to the coast and continue to Gallipoli. 65 KM

6 Coastal ride to the ancient town of Otranto. 73 KM

7 Cycle to the beautiful baroque city of Lecce. 50 KM

8 End Lecce. 0 KM




ESTONIA, LATVIA, LITHUANIA Cycle the Baltics


Trip Code MVB 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Leisurely/Moderate

Trip highlights • Cycle through three unique countries• Discover fascinating capital cities• Visit the fairytale Trakai castle

At a glance• 11 days land only/flight inclusive • 9 days cycling with full vehicle support• 80% tarmac roads, 20% gravel paths• 10 nights hotels all en suite• All breakfasts included• Local bike hire included • E-bike hire available on request• Optional single supplement from £245


1 Start Tallinn. 0 KM

2 Explore Tallinn; transfer to Lahemaa N.P. for a scenic ride.

30 KM

3 Full day riding through Lahemma N.P. 55 KM

4 Transfer to Peipsi; cycle along the lake shore; transfer to Tartu.

56 KM

5 Cycle through 'Estonian Switzerland' to Otepaa; transfer to Riga.

48 KM

6 Cycle to Jurmala; transfer back to Riga. 39 KM

7 Morning transfer to Sventoji; cycle to Klaipeda. 43 KM

8 Transfer to the Curonian Spit N.P; explore by bike.

63 KM

9 Drive to Kintai village; cycle to Vente Cape and Silute; transfer to Vilnius.

37 KM

10 Transfer to Trakai; cycle around town and visit Trakai Castle; return to Vilnius.

25 KM

11 End Vilnius. 0 KM



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ITALY Cycling in Sardinia


Trip Code MWK 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Moderate

Trip highlights • Scenic coastal cycling • Rugged unspoilt landscapes and picturesque fishing

villages• Delicious local cuisine and wines

At a glance• 8 days land only/flight inclusive• 6 days cycling with full vehicle support• 90% tarmac, 10% easy gravel roads• 7 nights comfortable 3-star hotels and agriturismos,

all en suite• All breakfasts and 2 dinners included• Local bike hire included• E-bike hire available on request• Optional single supplement from £230


1 Start San Salvatore Sinis. 0 KM

2 Circular ride through the Sinis wetlands to the white quartz beach of Is Arutas and the Phoenician site of Tharros.

54 KM

3 Short transfer to Arborea; cycle along the Costa Verde and on to Piscinas beach.

56 KM

4 Cycle past abandoned mines, the golden beach of Portixeddu and the white sea stack of Pan di Zucchero; continue to the former mining village of Nebida.

46 KM

5 Descend to Fontanamare; board the ferry to the fishing village of Carloforte.

36 KM

6 Cycle through the meadows of Sant'Antioco; visit the Romanesque Pisan sanctuary and ride along the quiet country lanes of Sulcis.

43 KM

7 Pedal across the rolling hills of the Costa del Sud; climb up to the high point of Cape Malfatano for stunning views of the coast; transfer and overnight in Cagliari.

70 KM

8 End Cagliari. 0 KM




POLAND Cycling in Poland: Warsaw to Gdansk


Trip Code MVW 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Moderate

Trip highlights • Discover modern Poland and its fascinating history • Cycle through rural countryside and along coastal

paths • Visit historic churches, castles and capital cities

At a glance• 8 days land only/flight inclusive • 6 days cycling with full vehicle support• 100% tarmac roads with some climbs • 7 nights hotels all en suite • All breakfasts included• Local bike hire included • Optional single supplement from £160


1 Start Warsaw. 0 KM

2 Discover Warsaw on a guided city cycling tour. 20 KM

3 Cycle to Ketrzyn stopping at historic towns and impressive castles en route.

55 KM

4 Pedal along the shores of Lake Mamry to the port town of Angerburg.

45 KM

5 Ride to Frombork; guided tour of this popular seaside destination.

70 KM

6 Cycle along the coast of the Vistula Lagoon to Elblag; continue to Gdansk.

60 KM

7 Visit one of the greatest European fortresses from the Middle Ages in Malbork; free time in Gdansk.

55 KM

8 End Gdansk. 0 KM



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ITALY Cycling in Sicily


Trip Code MWY 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Moderate

Trip highlights • Ride the stunning UNESCO Noto Valley• Charming baroque towns of Modica and Noto• Sample superb regional cuisine

At a glance• 8 days land only/flight inclusive • 6 days cycling with partial support vehicle (limited

seats)• 90% tarmac,10% unpaved, undulating roads with

some climbs• 5 nights 3-star hotels, 2 nights converted

farmhouse, all en suite• All breakfasts and 1 dinner included• Local bike hire included• E-bike hire available on request• Optional single supplement from £260


1 Start Palazzolo Acreide. 0 KM

2 Ride scenic routes to Ragusa and Modica. 51 KM

3 Cycle to Scicli, film set of Inspector Montalbano. 52 KM

4 Circular loop via the southernmost point in Sicily. 45 KM

5 Coastal ride via the Vendicari Nature Reserve; on to Noto.

40 KM

6 Ride to a dramatic deep canyon; continue to Syracuse.

55 KM

7 Short ride north of Syracuse; free time to sightsee. 17 KM

8 End Syracuse. 0 KM



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CZECH REPUBLIC, AUSTRIA, SLOVAKIA, HUNGARY Prague to Budapest Ride


Trip Code MVZ 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Moderate

Trip highlights • Immerse yourself in Central European culture• Enjoy delicious cuisines, wines and beers• Cycle by rivers, forests and national parks

At a glance• 11 days land only/flight inclusive• 8 days cycling with full support vehicle• 80% tarmac roads, 20% gravel cycle paths• 10 nights comfortable 3 and 4-star hotels, all en suite • All breakfasts included• Local bike hire included• Optional single supplement from £220


1 Start Prague. 0 KM

2 Cycle to Cesky Krumlov by the Vltava River. 32 KM

3 Ride through the forests and hills to Trebon. 55 KM

4 Cycle along Greenways Trail to UNESCO town of Telc.

70 KM

5 Cycle past vineyards to Mikulov. 63 KM

6 Ride through the UNESCO grounds of Lednice; transfer to Vienna.

55 KM

7 Free day in Vienna. 0 KM

8 Pedal along the Danube Cycle Path; on to Bratislava.

70 KM

9 Cycle to the Slovakia-Hungary border; transfer to Esztergom.

58 KM

10 Follow the Danube beneath Visegrad Castle; transfer to Budapest.

45 KM

11 End Budapest. 0 KM



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ITALY Cycling Puglia & Matera


Trip Code MWV 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Moderate

Trip highlights • Stunning UNESCO town of Matera• Gentle cycling through olive groves and past white-

coned trulli• Fantastic coastal rides and swimming opportunities


seats)• 90% tarmac, 10% short sections of gravel• Quiet rural undulating roads • 6 nights comfortable hotels and 1 night converted

farmhouse, all en suite• All breakfasts included• Local bike hire included• E-bike hire available on request• Optional single supplement from £240



2 Scenic ride to Alberobello, famous for the iconic trulli.

70 KM

3 Cycle through country lanes to the hilltop town of Ostuni.

45 KM

4 Ride through quaint villages to a renovated farmhouse.

56 KM

5 Cycle to the coast and continue to Gallipoli. 65 KM

6 Coastal ride to the ancient town of Otranto. 73 KM

7 Cycle to the beautiful baroque city of Lecce. 50 KM

8 End Lecce. 0 KM




ESTONIA, LATVIA, LITHUANIA Cycle the Baltics


Trip Code MVB 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Leisurely/Moderate

Trip highlights • Cycle through three unique countries• Discover fascinating capital cities• Visit the fairytale Trakai castle

At a glance• 11 days land only/flight inclusive • 9 days cycling with full vehicle support• 80% tarmac roads, 20% gravel paths• 10 nights hotels all en suite• All breakfasts included• Local bike hire included • E-bike hire available on request• Optional single supplement from £245


1 Start Tallinn. 0 KM

2 Explore Tallinn; transfer to Lahemaa N.P. for a scenic ride.

30 KM

3 Full day riding through Lahemma N.P. 55 KM

4 Transfer to Peipsi; cycle along the lake shore; transfer to Tartu.

56 KM

5 Cycle through 'Estonian Switzerland' to Otepaa; transfer to Riga.

48 KM

6 Cycle to Jurmala; transfer back to Riga. 39 KM

7 Morning transfer to Sventoji; cycle to Klaipeda. 43 KM

8 Transfer to the Curonian Spit N.P; explore by bike.

63 KM

9 Drive to Kintai village; cycle to Vente Cape and Silute; transfer to Vilnius.

37 KM

10 Transfer to Trakai; cycle around town and visit Trakai Castle; return to Vilnius.

25 KM

11 End Vilnius. 0 KM



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ITALY Cycling in Sardinia


Trip Code MWK 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Moderate

Trip highlights • Scenic coastal cycling • Rugged unspoilt landscapes and picturesque fishing

villages• Delicious local cuisine and wines

At a glance• 8 days land only/flight inclusive• 6 days cycling with full vehicle support• 90% tarmac, 10% easy gravel roads• 7 nights comfortable 3-star hotels and agriturismos,

all en suite• All breakfasts and 2 dinners included• Local bike hire included• E-bike hire available on request• Optional single supplement from £230


1 Start San Salvatore Sinis. 0 KM

2 Circular ride through the Sinis wetlands to the white quartz beach of Is Arutas and the Phoenician site of Tharros.

54 KM

3 Short transfer to Arborea; cycle along the Costa Verde and on to Piscinas beach.

56 KM

4 Cycle past abandoned mines, the golden beach of Portixeddu and the white sea stack of Pan di Zucchero; continue to the former mining village of Nebida.

46 KM

5 Descend to Fontanamare; board the ferry to the fishing village of Carloforte.

36 KM

6 Cycle through the meadows of Sant'Antioco; visit the Romanesque Pisan sanctuary and ride along the quiet country lanes of Sulcis.

43 KM

7 Pedal across the rolling hills of the Costa del Sud; climb up to the high point of Cape Malfatano for stunning views of the coast; transfer and overnight in Cagliari.

70 KM

8 End Cagliari. 0 KM




POLAND Cycling in Poland: Warsaw to Gdansk


Trip Code MVW 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Moderate

Trip highlights • Discover modern Poland and its fascinating history • Cycle through rural countryside and along coastal

paths • Visit historic churches, castles and capital cities

At a glance• 8 days land only/flight inclusive • 6 days cycling with full vehicle support• 100% tarmac roads with some climbs • 7 nights hotels all en suite • All breakfasts included• Local bike hire included • Optional single supplement from £160


1 Start Warsaw. 0 KM

2 Discover Warsaw on a guided city cycling tour. 20 KM

3 Cycle to Ketrzyn stopping at historic towns and impressive castles en route.

55 KM

4 Pedal along the shores of Lake Mamry to the port town of Angerburg.

45 KM

5 Ride to Frombork; guided tour of this popular seaside destination.

70 KM

6 Cycle along the coast of the Vistula Lagoon to Elblag; continue to Gdansk.

60 KM

7 Visit one of the greatest European fortresses from the Middle Ages in Malbork; free time in Gdansk.

55 KM

8 End Gdansk. 0 KM



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ITALY Cycling in Sicily


Trip Code MWY 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Moderate

Trip highlights • Ride the stunning UNESCO Noto Valley• Charming baroque towns of Modica and Noto• Sample superb regional cuisine

At a glance• 8 days land only/flight inclusive • 6 days cycling with partial support vehicle (limited

seats)• 90% tarmac,10% unpaved, undulating roads with

some climbs• 5 nights 3-star hotels, 2 nights converted

farmhouse, all en suite• All breakfasts and 1 dinner included• Local bike hire included• E-bike hire available on request• Optional single supplement from £260


1 Start Palazzolo Acreide. 0 KM

2 Ride scenic routes to Ragusa and Modica. 51 KM

3 Cycle to Scicli, film set of Inspector Montalbano. 52 KM

4 Circular loop via the southernmost point in Sicily. 45 KM

5 Coastal ride via the Vendicari Nature Reserve; on to Noto.

40 KM

6 Ride to a dramatic deep canyon; continue to Syracuse.

55 KM

7 Short ride north of Syracuse; free time to sightsee. 17 KM

8 End Syracuse. 0 KM



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CZECH REPUBLIC, AUSTRIA, SLOVAKIA, HUNGARY Prague to Budapest Ride


Trip Code MVZ 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Moderate

Trip highlights • Immerse yourself in Central European culture• Enjoy delicious cuisines, wines and beers• Cycle by rivers, forests and national parks

At a glance• 11 days land only/flight inclusive• 8 days cycling with full support vehicle• 80% tarmac roads, 20% gravel cycle paths• 10 nights comfortable 3 and 4-star hotels, all en suite • All breakfasts included• Local bike hire included• Optional single supplement from £220


1 Start Prague. 0 KM

2 Cycle to Cesky Krumlov by the Vltava River. 32 KM

3 Ride through the forests and hills to Trebon. 55 KM

4 Cycle along Greenways Trail to UNESCO town of Telc.

70 KM

5 Cycle past vineyards to Mikulov. 63 KM

6 Ride through the UNESCO grounds of Lednice; transfer to Vienna.

55 KM

7 Free day in Vienna. 0 KM

8 Pedal along the Danube Cycle Path; on to Bratislava.

70 KM

9 Cycle to the Slovakia-Hungary border; transfer to Esztergom.

58 KM

10 Follow the Danube beneath Visegrad Castle; transfer to Budapest.

45 KM




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CROATIA Cycling the Dalmatian Coast


Trip Code MVJ 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Moderate

Trip highlights • Spectacular coastal cycling routes• Explore the mainland and islands on two wheels • Discover the UNESCO city of Dubrovnik

At a glance• 8 days land only/flight inclusive • 5 days cycling (including 1 optional ride) with full

vehicle support • 90% tarmac roads, 10% gravel tracks with some

longer climbs • 7 nights hotels all en suite • All breakfasts included• Local bike hire included • Optional single supplement from£180


1 Start Split; tour of the city before a ferry transfer to Hvar.

0 KM

2 Circular ride exploring the island of Hvar, 10km climb with fantastic views before a long descent to our accommodation.

50 KM

3 Cycle along the island of Hvar to the port of Sucuraj; ferry via mainland to Korcula.

55 KM

4 Free day in Lumbarda (Korcula); optional visit with bikes to the picturesque island of Mljet and its two salt lakes.

20 KM

5 Scenic ride on the forested island of Korcula, from Vela Luka to Korcula town and on to Lumbarda.

40 KM

6 Pedal through the vineyards of the Peljesac Peninsula towards the mainland; transfer to Dubrovnik.

20 KM

7 Free day to explore Dubrovnik. 0 KM

8 End Dubrovnik. 0 KM




ROMANIA Cycle Romania


Trip Code MVF 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Moderate

Trip highlights • Cycle through ancient villages and isolated

landscapes• Visit UNESCO citadels and fortified churches • Experience medieval Transylvania and modern

Bucharest

At a glance• 9 days land only/flight inclusive • 6 days cycling with full vehicle support• 80% tarmac roads, 20% gravel paths, scenic route

with some climbs • 6 nights guesthouses, 2 nights hotel with en suite

facilities • All breakfasts, 6 lunches and 6 dinners included• Local bike hire included • Optional single supplement from £100


1 Start Bucharest airport; transfer to Vulcan in Brasov country.

0 KM

2 Ride to the oldest flour mill in Romania; continue cycling alongside the stunning Fagaras Mountains to Ohaba.

59 KM

3 Cycle to Carta; visit a 100 year old wool mill and the Cistercian Monastery.

66 KM

4 Cross the river Olt and cycle to the fortified church of Richis, after lunch continue onto Biertan and its impressive church which is now a UNESCO World Heritage site.

65 KM

5 Cycle through countryside and remote villages of Transylvania on the way to the citadel of Sighisoara; known as the birthplace of Vlad Dracul.

40 KM

6 Cycle through quaint villages and past shepherds to Soars; evening meal with a local family.

48 KM

7 Cycle to Viscri; explore the town and impressive fortified church before a horse and cart ride to visit a local family.

35 KM

8 Morning transfer to Bran Castle or optional transfer to Peles Castle for a tour; transfer to Bucharest.

0 KM

9 Free time in Bucharest to explore the city before the tour ends here.

0 KM




CROATIA, SLOVENIA Cycling Northern Croatia & Slovenia


Trip Code MVG 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Moderate/Challenging

Trip highlights • Explore the 900 year old capital city of Zagreb • Cycle through the Kupa River Valley into Slovenia • Visit the UNESCO town of Porec

At a glance• 8 days land only/flight inclusive • 6 days cycling with full vehicle support • 100% tarmac roads with some climbs • 7 nights hotels all en suite • All breakfasts included• Local bike hire included • Optional single supplement from£120


1 Start Zagreb; evening to explore the city. 0 KM

2 Train transfer out of Zagreb; cycle through the Kupa River Valley crossing into Slovenia: overnight in Vinica.

71 KM

3 Cycle through deep canyons and the Gorski Kotar Mountains in rural Slovenia to Osilnica.

70 KM

4 Transfer back into Croatia to the hilltop town of Fuzine; descend by bike to the Adriatic Sea and onto Krk Island.

48 KM

5 Cycle across Krk Island from west to east discovering local traditions and pastimes.

48 KM

6 Cycle on the Istria peninsula to the medieval city of Motovun; transfer to accommodation in Vrsar.

61 KM

7 Cycle to Porec through rural villages and quiet back roads; visit the UNESCO Euphrasian Basilica; return to Vrsar.

58 KM

8 End Vrsar. 0 KM



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MACEDONIA, ALBANIA Cycle Macedonia & Northern Albania


Trip Code MVO 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Challenging

Trip highlights • Cycle along the Black Drin Valley• Enjoy spectacular scenery at Komani Lake• Visit the UNESCO town of Ohrid

At a glance• 8 days land only/flight inclusive• 6 days cycling with full vehicle support • 100% tarmac with some sections in poor condition• Undulating route with long, steep climbs and descents• 5 nights hotels all en suite, 2 nights guesthouses• All breakfasts, 6 lunches and 2 dinners included• Trip can be combined with MVA - Cycling in

Albania• Local bike hire included• E-bike hire available on request• Optional single supplement from £160


1 Start Shkoder in Northern Albania. 0 KM

2 Transfer to Komani Lake; spectacular ferry to Fierze. Cycle through gorges to Dardhe.

40 KM

3 Outstanding ride along mountain roads to Kukes, with views of high peaks and Fierze Lake.

81 KM

4 Ride to Peshkopi along the Black Drin Valley. 73 KM

5 Cross the border into Macedonia to the UNESCO town of Ohrid; afternoon tour.

93 KM

6 Climb to rocky plateau above Ohrid; ride over passes and descend to Big Prespa Lake in Stenje.

52 KM

7 Cycle across the border back into Albania via Small Prespa Lake and continue to Pogradec.

75 KM

8 End Pogradec. 0 KM



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CROATIA, BOSNIA & HERZEGOVINA, MONTENEGRO Cycling Bosnia & Montenegro


Trip Code MVH 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Moderate/Challenging

Trip highlights • Ride rugged Dinaric Alps to the beautiful Adriatic• Historic towns in three countries • Taste regional Balkan specialties

At a glance• 9 days land only/flight inclusive • 6 days cycling with full vehicle support• 90% tarmac roads, 10% easy gravel roads• 8 nights hotels all en suite • All breakfasts, 6 lunches and 1 dinner included• Local bike hire included• Optional single supplement from £160


1 Start Trebinje. 0 KM

2 Ride through Popovo Polje, visiting the Tvrdos Monastery; enjoy wine-tasting in Dracevo and visit the Vjetrenica Cave.

60 KM

3 Ride over the Orjen Mountain range into Montenegro, descend to Herceg Novi on the Bay of Kotor.

45 KM

4 Boat transfer to the Listica Peninsula; ride the olive routes to Kotor via the Venetian town of Perast.

40 KM

5 Climb from Kotor to Lovcen Mountain and visit the famous mausoleum on Lovcen Peak.

40 KM

6 Descend to Skadar Lake via the ancient route connecting the hinterlands to the Adriatic Coast; en route stop at Cetinje, former royal seat of Montenegro, finishing in Virpazar.

55 KM

7 Transfer to Nevesinje, climb Mt Velez and descend into Mostar.

50 KM

8 Drive to Dubrovnik via the traditional towns of Blagaj and Stolac; afternoon free to explore.

0 KM




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ALBANIA Cycling in Albania


Trip Code MVA 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Moderate/Challenging

Trip highlights • Immerse yourself in a previously isolated country• Cycle from mountain plateaux to the Albanian Riviera• Visit the UNESCO World Heritage site of Butrint

At a glance• 8 days land only/flight inclusive• 6 days cycling with full vehicle support • 100% tarmac with some sections in poor condition• Undulations throughout with some tough climbs• 5 nights hotels all en suite, 2 nights guesthouses• All breakfasts and 2 dinners included• Trip can be combined with MVO - Cycle

Macedonia & Northern Albania• Local bike hire included• E-bike hire available on request• Optional single supplement from £120


1 Start Pogradec. 0 KM

2 Transfer to Korce; cycle over Barmash Pass (1159m) to Germenj.

71 KM

3 Cycle through high grassy plateaux; descend to the thermal springs of Benje.

60 KM

4 Valley ride towards Kelcyra gorge; transfer to Gjirokaster for afternoon city tour.

46 KM

5 Transfer to Muzina Pass; descend to Sarande via the UNESCO World Heritage site of Butrint.

70 KM

6 Stunning coastal ride to Himare, a small communist era fishing village.

54 KM

7 Spectacular climb to Llogara Pass (1043m); descend through Llogara N.P to Vlore.

65 KM

8 End Vlore. 0 KM




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ROAD • Romania, Macedonia, Albania 4544 ROAD • Croatia, Slovenia, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Montenegro


CROATIA Cycling the Dalmatian Coast


Trip Code MVJ 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Moderate

Trip highlights • Spectacular coastal cycling routes• Explore the mainland and islands on two wheels • Discover the UNESCO city of Dubrovnik

At a glance• 8 days land only/flight inclusive • 5 days cycling (including 1 optional ride) with full

vehicle support • 90% tarmac roads, 10% gravel tracks with some

longer climbs • 7 nights hotels all en suite • All breakfasts included• Local bike hire included • Optional single supplement from£180


1 Start Split; tour of the city before a ferry transfer to Hvar.

0 KM

2 Circular ride exploring the island of Hvar, 10km climb with fantastic views before a long descent to our accommodation.

50 KM

3 Cycle along the island of Hvar to the port of Sucuraj; ferry via mainland to Korcula.

55 KM

4 Free day in Lumbarda (Korcula); optional visit with bikes to the picturesque island of Mljet and its two salt lakes.

20 KM

5 Scenic ride on the forested island of Korcula, from Vela Luka to Korcula town and on to Lumbarda.

40 KM

6 Pedal through the vineyards of the Peljesac Peninsula towards the mainland; transfer to Dubrovnik.

20 KM

7 Free day to explore Dubrovnik. 0 KM





ROMANIA Cycle Romania


Trip Code MVF 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Moderate

Trip highlights • Cycle through ancient villages and isolated

landscapes• Visit UNESCO citadels and fortified churches • Experience medieval Transylvania and modern

Bucharest

At a glance• 9 days land only/flight inclusive • 6 days cycling with full vehicle support• 80% tarmac roads, 20% gravel paths, scenic route

with some climbs • 6 nights guesthouses, 2 nights hotel with en suite

facilities • All breakfasts, 6 lunches and 6 dinners included• Local bike hire included • Optional single supplement from £100


1 Start Bucharest airport; transfer to Vulcan in Brasov country.

0 KM

2 Ride to the oldest flour mill in Romania; continue cycling alongside the stunning Fagaras Mountains to Ohaba.

59 KM

3 Cycle to Carta; visit a 100 year old wool mill and the Cistercian Monastery.

66 KM

4 Cross the river Olt and cycle to the fortified church of Richis, after lunch continue onto Biertan and its impressive church which is now a UNESCO World Heritage site.

65 KM

5 Cycle through countryside and remote villages of Transylvania on the way to the citadel of Sighisoara; known as the birthplace of Vlad Dracul.

40 KM

6 Cycle through quaint villages and past shepherds to Soars; evening meal with a local family.

48 KM

7 Cycle to Viscri; explore the town and impressive fortified church before a horse and cart ride to visit a local family.

35 KM

8 Morning transfer to Bran Castle or optional transfer to Peles Castle for a tour; transfer to Bucharest.

0 KM

9 Free time in Bucharest to explore the city before the tour ends here.

0 KM




CROATIA, SLOVENIA Cycling Northern Croatia & Slovenia


Trip Code MVG 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Moderate/Challenging

Trip highlights • Explore the 900 year old capital city of Zagreb • Cycle through the Kupa River Valley into Slovenia • Visit the UNESCO town of Porec

At a glance• 8 days land only/flight inclusive • 6 days cycling with full vehicle support • 100% tarmac roads with some climbs • 7 nights hotels all en suite • All breakfasts included• Local bike hire included • Optional single supplement from£120


1 Start Zagreb; evening to explore the city. 0 KM

2 Train transfer out of Zagreb; cycle through the Kupa River Valley crossing into Slovenia: overnight in Vinica.

71 KM

3 Cycle through deep canyons and the Gorski Kotar Mountains in rural Slovenia to Osilnica.

70 KM

4 Transfer back into Croatia to the hilltop town of Fuzine; descend by bike to the Adriatic Sea and onto Krk Island.

48 KM

5 Cycle across Krk Island from west to east discovering local traditions and pastimes.

48 KM

6 Cycle on the Istria peninsula to the medieval city of Motovun; transfer to accommodation in Vrsar.

61 KM

7 Cycle to Porec through rural villages and quiet back roads; visit the UNESCO Euphrasian Basilica; return to Vrsar.

58 KM

8 End Vrsar. 0 KM



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MACEDONIA, ALBANIA Cycle Macedonia & Northern Albania


Trip Code MVO 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Challenging

Trip highlights • Cycle along the Black Drin Valley• Enjoy spectacular scenery at Komani Lake• Visit the UNESCO town of Ohrid

At a glance• 8 days land only/flight inclusive• 6 days cycling with full vehicle support • 100% tarmac with some sections in poor condition• Undulating route with long, steep climbs and descents• 5 nights hotels all en suite, 2 nights guesthouses• All breakfasts, 6 lunches and 2 dinners included• Trip can be combined with MVA - Cycling in

Albania• Local bike hire included• E-bike hire available on request• Optional single supplement from £160


1 Start Shkoder in Northern Albania. 0 KM

2 Transfer to Komani Lake; spectacular ferry to Fierze. Cycle through gorges to Dardhe.

40 KM

3 Outstanding ride along mountain roads to Kukes, with views of high peaks and Fierze Lake.

81 KM

4 Ride to Peshkopi along the Black Drin Valley. 73 KM

5 Cross the border into Macedonia to the UNESCO town of Ohrid; afternoon tour.

93 KM

6 Climb to rocky plateau above Ohrid; ride over passes and descend to Big Prespa Lake in Stenje.

52 KM

7 Cycle across the border back into Albania via Small Prespa Lake and continue to Pogradec.

75 KM

8 End Pogradec. 0 KM



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CROATIA, BOSNIA & HERZEGOVINA, MONTENEGRO Cycling Bosnia & Montenegro


Trip Code MVH 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Moderate/Challenging

Trip highlights • Ride rugged Dinaric Alps to the beautiful Adriatic• Historic towns in three countries • Taste regional Balkan specialties

At a glance• 9 days land only/flight inclusive • 6 days cycling with full vehicle support• 90% tarmac roads, 10% easy gravel roads• 8 nights hotels all en suite • All breakfasts, 6 lunches and 1 dinner included• Local bike hire included• Optional single supplement from £160


1 Start Trebinje. 0 KM

2 Ride through Popovo Polje, visiting the Tvrdos Monastery; enjoy wine-tasting in Dracevo and visit the Vjetrenica Cave.

60 KM

3 Ride over the Orjen Mountain range into Montenegro, descend to Herceg Novi on the Bay of Kotor.

45 KM

4 Boat transfer to the Listica Peninsula; ride the olive routes to Kotor via the Venetian town of Perast.

40 KM

5 Climb from Kotor to Lovcen Mountain and visit the famous mausoleum on Lovcen Peak.

40 KM

6 Descend to Skadar Lake via the ancient route connecting the hinterlands to the Adriatic Coast; en route stop at Cetinje, former royal seat of Montenegro, finishing in Virpazar.

55 KM

7 Transfer to Nevesinje, climb Mt Velez and descend into Mostar.

50 KM

8 Drive to Dubrovnik via the traditional towns of Blagaj and Stolac; afternoon free to explore.

0 KM




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ALBANIA Cycling in Albania


Trip Code MVA 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Moderate/Challenging

Trip highlights • Immerse yourself in a previously isolated country• Cycle from mountain plateaux to the Albanian Riviera• Visit the UNESCO World Heritage site of Butrint

At a glance• 8 days land only/flight inclusive• 6 days cycling with full vehicle support • 100% tarmac with some sections in poor condition• Undulations throughout with some tough climbs• 5 nights hotels all en suite, 2 nights guesthouses• All breakfasts and 2 dinners included• Trip can be combined with MVO - Cycle

Macedonia & Northern Albania• Local bike hire included• E-bike hire available on request• Optional single supplement from £120


1 Start Pogradec. 0 KM

2 Transfer to Korce; cycle over Barmash Pass (1159m) to Germenj.

71 KM

3 Cycle through high grassy plateaux; descend to the thermal springs of Benje.

60 KM

4 Valley ride towards Kelcyra gorge; transfer to Gjirokaster for afternoon city tour.

46 KM

5 Transfer to Muzina Pass; descend to Sarande via the UNESCO World Heritage site of Butrint.

70 KM

6 Stunning coastal ride to Himare, a small communist era fishing village.

54 KM

7 Spectacular climb to Llogara Pass (1043m); descend through Llogara N.P to Vlore.

65 KM

8 End Vlore. 0 KM




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GREECE Cycling in Greece


Trip Code MWH 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Moderate

Trip highlights • Cycle along idyllic coastlines • Visit historic sites of ancient Greece• Discover Athens and its archaeological treasures

At a glance• 8 days land only/flight inclusive • 5 days cycling with full vehicle support• 80% tarmac, 20% dirt roads with some undulations • 7 nights hotels all en suite • All breakfasts included• Local bike hire included • Optional single supplement from £245


1 Start Athens. 0 KM

2 Explore Athens by bike; ferry to Poros Island then cycle to the beach for an afternoon swim.

55 KM

3 Morning boat ride to Galatas; scenic coastal cycle along one of the most dramatic coastlines in Greece, afternoon visit to the ancient site of Epidaurus.

40 KM

4 Optional visit to the UNESCO theatre of Epidaurus, cycle to the coastal town of Tolo.

39 KM

5 Morning visit to Nafplio, known to be one of the most picturesque cities in Greece; cycle into the heart of the Peloponnese to Mycenae.

37 KM

6 Cycle to Nemea, famous for its wine; we visit a vineyard before continuing to Loutraki.

62 KM

7 Bus to Athens; guided tour of the Acropolis. 0 KM

8 End Athens. 0 KM




SOUTH AFRICA Cycling the Cape & Winelands


Trip Code MZC 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Moderate

Trip highlights • Discover Cape Town and Table Mountain• Try regional produce from the vineyards of

Stellenbosch and Franschhoek • Visit Cape Algulhas - the southernmost point of Africa

At a glance• 12 days land only/14 days flight inclusive• 9 days cycling with full vehicle support• 100% tarmac roads with some longer climbs • 7 nights guest houses and 4 nights lodges, all en suite• All breakfasts, 7 lunches and 2 dinners included• Whale watching departures available • Local bike hire included • Optional single supplement from £440


1 Start Cape Town; free day to explore. 0 KM

2 Ride over Hellshoogte, passing vineyards on the way to our accommodation in Rosenview.

50 KM

3 Cycle over the Franschhoek Pass; afternoon wine tasting in Stellenbosch.

20 KM

4 Transfer through the Breede Valley; ride through semi-arid desert of Great Karoo.

65 KM

5 Ride through the Langeberge Mountains to Bontebok National Park.

45 KM

6 Cycle through the Cape Agulhas National Park to Africa's southernmost point.

60 KM

7 Pedal to Hermanus; sample the local fish cakes and beer.

55 KM

8 Free day to relax in Hermanus. 0 KM

9 Ride the Whale Coast to Gordon's Bay. 90 KM

10 Stunning Cape Peninsula ride; visit a penguin colony on the beach.

35 KM

11 Cycle to Cape Town via Chapman's Peak, Hout Bay and Camps Bay.

70 KM

12 Optional morning visit to Robben Island; end Cape Town.

0 KM



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JORDAN Petra & Wadi Rum by Bike


Trip Code MXW 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Moderate

Trip highlights • Cycle through vast desert scenery• UNESCO site of Petra• Camp under the stars in Wadi Rum

At a glance• 9 days land only/flight inclusive• 5 days cycling with full vehicle support• 95% tarmac, 5% gravel and sandy roads, mainly

flat route with a few climbs • 7 nights hotel, 1 night permanent tented camp• All breakfasts, 2 lunches and 1 dinner included• Local bike hire included• Optional single supplement from £120


1 Start Amman. 0 KM

2 Visit Jerash; ride/drive through olive groves and local villages.

42 KM

3 Ride to Mt Nebo; exhilarating descent to the Dead Sea for a float in the saline water; drive to Petra.

45 KM

4 Explore the fascinating UNESCO city of Petra. 0 KM

5 Guided tour around Petra; cycle to Little Petra. 20 KM

6 Ride via Wadi Araba to Aqaba on the Red Sea. 50 KM

7 Free morning to enjoy the beach, explore Aqaba or snorkel; afternoon drive/ride to Wadi Rum and camp overnight in the desert.

25 KM

8 Morning desert drive into the Wadi Rum; drive to Amman.

0 KM

9 End Amman. 0 KM




SOUTH AFRICA Cycling the Drakensberg & Kruger


Trip Code MZD 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Moderate/Challenging

Trip highlights • Discover the magnificent Drakensberg Mountains• Search for the big 5 in Kruger National Park• Cycle past vast mountain scenery, forests,

waterfalls and canyons

At a glance• 12 days land only/14 days flight inclusive • 8 days cycling with full vehicle support• 90% tarmac roads, 10% gravel roads with some

longer climbs • 9 nights lodges and chalets, 2 nights permanent

tented camp in Kruger • All breakfasts, 8 lunches and 6 dinners included• Local bike hire included • Optional single supplement from £325


1 Start Johannesburg; transfer to the Golden Gate N.P. 0 KM

2 Ride through the Golden Gate N.P. looking for mountain zebra and buffalo; transfer to Northern Drakensberg and cycle to lodge.

55 KM

3 Circular ride to the Drakensberg Cascades for lunch and a swim in the cool water.

30 KM

4 Transfer to Rorke's Drift Museum; afternoon ride along a remote unpaved road to Dundee.

45 KM

5 Transfer to Badplaas; spectacular cycle to a monkey sanctuary and our lodge.

45 KM

6 Transfer followed by scenic ride on the edge of the Songimvelo Game Reserve and on to our lodge.

60 KM

7 Cycle towards the Kruger N.P. through the Kaaprivier Valley; afternoon safari drive in Kruger.

50 KM

8 Sunrise safari drive in Kruger N.P., BBQ lunch then afternoon free to relax.

0 KM

9 Half day safari drive; transfer to Hazyview. 0 KM

10 Cycle up to Sabie, optional stop for a well-earned iced coffee and muffin before lunch and swimming at Mac Mac pools; long descent to Graskop.

70 KM

11 Ride along the Panorama Route to God's Window via Bourke's Luck pothole rock formations; afternoon cycle to Blyde River Canyon.

65 KM

12 Morning walk to viewpoint overlooking Blyde River Canyon; drive to Johannesburg where the tour ends.

0 KM



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MOROCCO Cycle Morocco’s Great South


Trip Code MMI 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Moderate/Challenging

Trip highlights • Ride from the Atlas Mountains to the coast• Conquer challenging climbs and exciting descents• Explore Marrakech and Essaouira

At a glance• 9 days land only/flight inclusive • 6 days cycling with full vehicle support• 90% tarmac, 10% unsurfaced roads, undulating

route with some climbs • 6 nights hotels, 2 nights traditional Moroccan riads• All breakfasts, 6 lunches and 5 dinners included• Local bike hire included • Optional single supplement from £100


1 Start Marrakech. 0 KM

2 Transfer to Tadmamt; cycle in the foothills of Mt Toubkal to Ijoukak.

70 KM

3 Challenging climb followed by exhilarating descent from Tizi n'Test Pass (2100m) to Oulad Berhil.

73 KM

4 Cycle towards Tafraoute in the Anti Atlas Mountains; optional transfer/ride to see the famous Blue Rocks.

60 KM

5 Pass pink houses and kasbahs en route to Ait Baha Lake; transfer to Agadir.

70 KM

6 Spectacular ride through the Paradise Valley; climb to Imouzzer.

45 KM

7 Cycle to Essaouira then stay in a traditional riad. 60 KM

8 Free morning in Essaouira; transfer to Marrakech and explore the city.

0 KM

9 End Marrakech. 0 KM



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MADAGASCAR Cycle Madagascar


Trip Code MZG 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Moderate/Challenging

Trip highlights • Explore rainforest and beaches• Experience diverse culture, religion and people• Cycle secluded rural roads

At a glance• 13 days land only/15 days flight inclusive• 8 days cycling with full vehicle support• 90% tarmac roads, 10% dirt roads• 12 nights hotel, all en suite• All breakfasts included• Local bike hire included • Optional single supplement from £370


1 Start Antananarivo. 0 KM

2 Transfer to Lemur park; continue along wide open roads, cycling the best sections, to Ampefy.

72 KM

3 Circular ride to dramatic geysers of Analavory; to waterfalls of Lily river.

54 KM

4 A scenic ride through traditional towns and villages followed by a long 4x4 transfer to Antsirabe.

38 KM

5 Ride to Ambositra, famous for its craft and woodwork.

84 KM

6 To Ranomafana N.P.; thrilling descent through ravine canyon and rainforest.

74 KM

7 Full day to explore Ranomafana N.P. by foot; natural thermal baths and nocturnal walk.

0 KM

8 Cycle to cottage industries en route to the red-dust roads of Ambalavaro.

56 KM

9 Continue through the hills and rock formations towards Horombe plateau; overnight in Isalo.

90 KM

10 Full day trekking in Isalo N.P.; explore canyons and cool off in natural waterfalls.

0 KM

11 Cycle through bushland and thick forests; transfer to Ifaty on coast.

65 KM

12 Day of leisure on tranquil Ifaty beach overlooking a vast turquoise lagoon.

0 KM

13 Transfer to Tulear for flight back to Antananarivo where the trip ends.

0 KM



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GREECE Cycling in Greece


Trip Code MWH 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Moderate

Trip highlights • Cycle along idyllic coastlines • Visit historic sites of ancient Greece• Discover Athens and its archaeological treasures

At a glance• 8 days land only/flight inclusive • 5 days cycling with full vehicle support• 80% tarmac, 20% dirt roads with some undulations • 7 nights hotels all en suite • All breakfasts included• Local bike hire included • Optional single supplement from £245


1 Start Athens. 0 KM

2 Explore Athens by bike; ferry to Poros Island then cycle to the beach for an afternoon swim.

55 KM

3 Morning boat ride to Galatas; scenic coastal cycle along one of the most dramatic coastlines in Greece, afternoon visit to the ancient site of Epidaurus.

40 KM

4 Optional visit to the UNESCO theatre of Epidaurus, cycle to the coastal town of Tolo.

39 KM

5 Morning visit to Nafplio, known to be one of the most picturesque cities in Greece; cycle into the heart of the Peloponnese to Mycenae.

37 KM

6 Cycle to Nemea, famous for its wine; we visit a vineyard before continuing to Loutraki.

62 KM

7 Bus to Athens; guided tour of the Acropolis. 0 KM

8 End Athens. 0 KM




SOUTH AFRICA Cycling the Cape & Winelands


Trip Code MZC 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Moderate

Trip highlights • Discover Cape Town and Table Mountain• Try regional produce from the vineyards of

Stellenbosch and Franschhoek • Visit Cape Algulhas - the southernmost point of Africa

At a glance• 12 days land only/14 days flight inclusive• 9 days cycling with full vehicle support• 100% tarmac roads with some longer climbs • 7 nights guest houses and 4 nights lodges, all en suite• All breakfasts, 7 lunches and 2 dinners included• Whale watching departures available • Local bike hire included • Optional single supplement from £440


1 Start Cape Town; free day to explore. 0 KM

2 Ride over Hellshoogte, passing vineyards on the way to our accommodation in Rosenview.

50 KM

3 Cycle over the Franschhoek Pass; afternoon wine tasting in Stellenbosch.

20 KM

4 Transfer through the Breede Valley; ride through semi-arid desert of Great Karoo.

65 KM

5 Ride through the Langeberge Mountains to Bontebok National Park.

45 KM

6 Cycle through the Cape Agulhas National Park to Africa's southernmost point.

60 KM

7 Pedal to Hermanus; sample the local fish cakes and beer.

55 KM

8 Free day to relax in Hermanus. 0 KM

9 Ride the Whale Coast to Gordon's Bay. 90 KM

10 Stunning Cape Peninsula ride; visit a penguin colony on the beach.

35 KM

11 Cycle to Cape Town via Chapman's Peak, Hout Bay and Camps Bay.

70 KM

12 Optional morning visit to Robben Island; end Cape Town.

0 KM



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JORDAN Petra & Wadi Rum by Bike


Trip Code MXW 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Moderate

Trip highlights • Cycle through vast desert scenery• UNESCO site of Petra• Camp under the stars in Wadi Rum

At a glance• 9 days land only/flight inclusive• 5 days cycling with full vehicle support• 95% tarmac, 5% gravel and sandy roads, mainly

flat route with a few climbs • 7 nights hotel, 1 night permanent tented camp• All breakfasts, 2 lunches and 1 dinner included• Local bike hire included• Optional single supplement from £120


1 Start Amman. 0 KM

2 Visit Jerash; ride/drive through olive groves and local villages.

42 KM

3 Ride to Mt Nebo; exhilarating descent to the Dead Sea for a float in the saline water; drive to Petra.

45 KM

4 Explore the fascinating UNESCO city of Petra. 0 KM

5 Guided tour around Petra; cycle to Little Petra. 20 KM

6 Ride via Wadi Araba to Aqaba on the Red Sea. 50 KM

7 Free morning to enjoy the beach, explore Aqaba or snorkel; afternoon drive/ride to Wadi Rum and camp overnight in the desert.

25 KM

8 Morning desert drive into the Wadi Rum; drive to Amman.

0 KM

9 End Amman. 0 KM




SOUTH AFRICA Cycling the Drakensberg & Kruger


Trip Code MZD 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Moderate/Challenging

Trip highlights • Discover the magnificent Drakensberg Mountains• Search for the big 5 in Kruger National Park• Cycle past vast mountain scenery, forests,

waterfalls and canyons

At a glance• 12 days land only/14 days flight inclusive • 8 days cycling with full vehicle support• 90% tarmac roads, 10% gravel roads with some

longer climbs • 9 nights lodges and chalets, 2 nights permanent

tented camp in Kruger • All breakfasts, 8 lunches and 6 dinners included• Local bike hire included • Optional single supplement from £325


1 Start Johannesburg; transfer to the Golden Gate N.P. 0 KM

2 Ride through the Golden Gate N.P. looking for mountain zebra and buffalo; transfer to Northern Drakensberg and cycle to lodge.

55 KM

3 Circular ride to the Drakensberg Cascades for lunch and a swim in the cool water.

30 KM

4 Transfer to Rorke's Drift Museum; afternoon ride along a remote unpaved road to Dundee.

45 KM

5 Transfer to Badplaas; spectacular cycle to a monkey sanctuary and our lodge.

45 KM

6 Transfer followed by scenic ride on the edge of the Songimvelo Game Reserve and on to our lodge.

60 KM

7 Cycle towards the Kruger N.P. through the Kaaprivier Valley; afternoon safari drive in Kruger.

50 KM

8 Sunrise safari drive in Kruger N.P., BBQ lunch then afternoon free to relax.

0 KM

9 Half day safari drive; transfer to Hazyview. 0 KM

10 Cycle up to Sabie, optional stop for a well-earned iced coffee and muffin before lunch and swimming at Mac Mac pools; long descent to Graskop.

70 KM

11 Ride along the Panorama Route to God's Window via Bourke's Luck pothole rock formations; afternoon cycle to Blyde River Canyon.

65 KM

12 Morning walk to viewpoint overlooking Blyde River Canyon; drive to Johannesburg where the tour ends.

0 KM



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MOROCCO Cycle Morocco’s Great South


Trip Code MMI 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Moderate/Challenging

Trip highlights • Ride from the Atlas Mountains to the coast• Conquer challenging climbs and exciting descents• Explore Marrakech and Essaouira

At a glance• 9 days land only/flight inclusive • 6 days cycling with full vehicle support• 90% tarmac, 10% unsurfaced roads, undulating

route with some climbs • 6 nights hotels, 2 nights traditional Moroccan riads• All breakfasts, 6 lunches and 5 dinners included• Local bike hire included • Optional single supplement from £100



2 Transfer to Tadmamt; cycle in the foothills of Mt Toubkal to Ijoukak.

70 KM

3 Challenging climb followed by exhilarating descent from Tizi n'Test Pass (2100m) to Oulad Berhil.

73 KM

4 Cycle towards Tafraoute in the Anti Atlas Mountains; optional transfer/ride to see the famous Blue Rocks.

60 KM

5 Pass pink houses and kasbahs en route to Ait Baha Lake; transfer to Agadir.

70 KM

6 Spectacular ride through the Paradise Valley; climb to Imouzzer.

45 KM

7 Cycle to Essaouira then stay in a traditional riad. 60 KM

8 Free morning in Essaouira; transfer to Marrakech and explore the city.

0 KM

9 End Marrakech. 0 KM



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MADAGASCAR Cycle Madagascar


Trip Code MZG 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Moderate/Challenging

Trip highlights • Explore rainforest and beaches• Experience diverse culture, religion and people• Cycle secluded rural roads

At a glance• 13 days land only/15 days flight inclusive• 8 days cycling with full vehicle support• 90% tarmac roads, 10% dirt roads• 12 nights hotel, all en suite• All breakfasts included• Local bike hire included • Optional single supplement from £370


1 Start Antananarivo. 0 KM

2 Transfer to Lemur park; continue along wide open roads, cycling the best sections, to Ampefy.

72 KM

3 Circular ride to dramatic geysers of Analavory; to waterfalls of Lily river.

54 KM

4 A scenic ride through traditional towns and villages followed by a long 4x4 transfer to Antsirabe.

38 KM

5 Ride to Ambositra, famous for its craft and woodwork.

84 KM

6 To Ranomafana N.P.; thrilling descent through ravine canyon and rainforest.

74 KM

7 Full day to explore Ranomafana N.P. by foot; natural thermal baths and nocturnal walk.

0 KM

8 Cycle to cottage industries en route to the red-dust roads of Ambalavaro.

56 KM

9 Continue through the hills and rock formations towards Horombe plateau; overnight in Isalo.

90 KM

10 Full day trekking in Isalo N.P.; explore canyons and cool off in natural waterfalls.

0 KM

11 Cycle through bushland and thick forests; transfer to Ifaty on coast.

65 KM

12 Day of leisure on tranquil Ifaty beach overlooking a vast turquoise lagoon.

0 KM

13 Transfer to Tulear for flight back to Antananarivo where the trip ends.

0 KM



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NICARAGUA, COSTA RICA, PANAMA Cycle Nicaragua, Costa Rica & Panama


Trip Code MUC 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Moderate/Challenging

Trip highlights • Cycle through three countries • Visit the biggest lake in Central America• Caribbean and Pacific beaches

At a glance• 15 days land only / 16 days flight inclusive• 12 days cycling with full vehicle support• 80% tarmac, 20% unpaved track, some hills and

generally rolling terrain • 14 nights hotels all en suite• All breakfasts included• Local bike hire included• Optional single supplement from £415


1 Start Granada. 0 KM

2 Ride along shore of Lake Nicaragua; visit Masaya Volcano N.P.

29 KM

3 Cycle through Pueblos Blancos; ferry to Ometepe Island; continue riding to ‘Ojo de Agua’ springs and cycle to hotel on lake shore.

40 KM

4 Ferry back to mainland; ride to San Juan del Sur. 42 KM

5 Ride from Pacific to Lake Nicaragua; transfer to Costa Rica.

16 KM

6 Wildlife trip on Tenorio River; Bijagua Valley ride; ride to Lake Arenal.

50 KM

7 Undulating day but the most scenic cycling to La Fortuna.

61 KM

8 Loop morning ride with views of Arenal Volcano; visit thermal springs.

52 KM

9 Morning ride to Muelle and break for lunch; afternoon cycle along Caribbean coast to Cahuita.

70 KM

10 Ride to Panama border; boat to Bocas del Toro islands.

53 KM

11 Free day in Bocas del Toro. 0 KM

12 Jungle ride; descend to Pan-Am Highway; transfer to Pacific coast (or Santiago).

58 KM

13 Tropical lowland forest ride; transfer to Panama City.

35 KM

14 Ride alongside the Panama Canal. 11 KM

15 End Panama City. 0 KM


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CUBA Cuban Highlights Ride


Trip Code MAC 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Leisurely/Moderate

Trip highlights • Cycle through scenic countryside• Vibrant Havana and Trinidad• Refreshing mojitos!

At a glance• 8 days land only/9 days flight inclusive• 4 days cycling with full vehicle support• 90% tarmac roads, 10% unpaved tracks• 3 nights Casas Particulares, 4 nights hotels, all en suite• All breakfasts, 4 lunches and 3 dinners included• Beach extensions available• Free airport transfer for any flight• Local bike hire included• Optional single supplement from £200


1 Start Havana. 0 KM

2 Warm up ride to Playa Larga with a swimming stop at Punta Perdiz; visit the Bay of Pigs; transfer to Cienfuegos.

30 KM

3 Coastal cycle ride; afternoon free to swim and relax or explore surroundings.

60 KM

4 Ride along Caribbean coastline to the UNESCO town of Trinidad.

30 KM

5 Free day to explore Trinidad, visit a beach or cycle ride through countryside.

0 KM

6 Cycle through Topes de Collantes N.P. to Lake Hanabanilla.

40 KM

7 Visit Che Guevara's Mausoleum in Santa Clara; to Havana.

0 KM

8 Sightseeing in Old Havana; end. 0 KM


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CUBA Cycling Cuba


Trip Code MAH 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Moderate

Trip highlights • Sierra Maestra mountain range• Revolutionary history• Cycle the Caribbean and Atlantic coasts

At a glance• 15 days land only/16 days flight inclusive• 11 days cycling with full vehicle support• 90% tarmac, 10% unpaved tracks• 10 nights hotels, 4 nights Casas Particulares all

en suite• All breakfasts, 13 lunches and 5 dinners included• Beach extensions available• Free airport transfer for any flight• Local bike hire included• Optional single supplement from £400



2 Cycling tour of new Havana; drive to Remedios via historic Santa Clara.

13 KM

3 Countryside ride to Mayajigua; transfer to Caribbean coast.

53 KM

4 Cycle to Las Tunas and Holguin provinces; overnight in Gibara.

64 KM

5 Scenic ride to Guardalavaca and transfer to Santiago.

68 KM

6 Walking city tour; visit El Cobre en route to El Salton.

0 KM

7 Cycle through the Sierra Maestra. 72 KM

8 Ride to Manzanillo; transfer to Camaguey. 70 KM

9 City tour with bike taxis; cycle to Trinidad. 51 KM

10 Free day in Trinidad. 0 KM

11 Coastal cycle ride to Cienfuegos. 76 KM

12 Morning transfer to Navarra; ride to Caleta Buena. 71 KM

13 Cycle inland through citrus plantations; lunch at organic farm.

57 KM

14 Final ride from Matanzas to Jibacoa beach; transfer to Havana.

62 KM

15 Walking tour of old Havana; afternoon end. 0 KM




MEXICO Cycling in Mexico


Trip Code MAM 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Leisurely/Moderate

Trip highlights • Iconic Chichen Itza• Discover colonial cities• Visit Mayan communities

At a glance• 10 days land only/11 days flight inclusive• 6 days cycling with full vehicle support• 90% tarmac roads, 10% unpaved tracks• 9 nights comfortable hotels all en suite• All breakfasts and 1 dinner included• Tulum beach extension available• Local bike hire included• Optional single supplement from £495


1 Start Cancun. 0 KM

2 Boat to Isla Mujeres and cycle around the island. 28 KM

3 Drive to Merida; city tour and free time. 0 KM

4 Ride from Merida to Izamal. 64 KM

5 Cycle to Chichen Itza; tour of the archaeological site.

73 KM

6 Cycle to colonial town of Valladolid. 71 KM

7 Ride to Coba; visit ruins and swim in a cenote (natural sinkhole); drive to Tulum on the Caribbean coast.

78 KM

8 Ride Sian Ka’an Biosphere Reserve coastal path; drive to Tulum ruins.

33 KM

9 Free day at the beach in Tulum; optional marine wildlife activities.

0 KM

10 Transfer to Cancun airport; end. 0 KM




COSTA RICA Costa Rica Coast to Coast Ride


Trip Code MUD 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Moderate

Trip highlights • Cycle both the Pacific and Caribbean coastline• Encounter Tortuguero’s wildlife • Descend through the Orosi Valley

At a glance• 14 days land only/15 days flight inclusive• 10 days cycling with full vehicle support• 80% tarmac roads, 20% unpaved tracks• 13 nights hotels all en suite• All breakfasts, 2 lunches and 3 dinners included• Local bike hire included• Optional single supplement from £440


1 Start San Jose. 0 KM

2 Ride to Rio Tarcoles. 42 KM

3 Boat tour; ride to Parrita. 40 KM

4 Wildlife hike in Manuel Antonio N.P; to Rio Savegre.

56 KM

5 To Osa Peninsula; ride to Puerto Jimenez. 67 KM

6 Free day in Puerto Jimenez. 0 KM

7 Ferry to Golfito; ride/transfer to Las Cruces. 24 KM

8 Hike at Las Cruces Botanical garden; cycle to Paso Real; transfer to Savegre Valley.

51 KM

9 Cycle in the Orosi Valley. 52 KM

10 Ride to Siquirres; to Tortuguero N.P. 35 KM

11 Free day in Tortuguero; optional boat tour. 0 KM

12 Ride and transfer to La Fortuna near Arenal Volcano. 29 KM

13 Cycle to Bajo Rodriguez; to San Jose. 37 KM

14 End San Jose. 0 KM



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ROAD • Nicaragua, Costa Rica, Panama 4948 ROAD • Cuba, Mexico

NICARAGUA, COSTA RICA, PANAMA Cycle Nicaragua, Costa Rica & Panama


Trip Code MUC 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Moderate/Challenging

Trip highlights • Cycle through three countries • Visit the biggest lake in Central America• Caribbean and Pacific beaches

At a glance• 15 days land only / 16 days flight inclusive• 12 days cycling with full vehicle support• 80% tarmac, 20% unpaved track, some hills and

generally rolling terrain • 14 nights hotels all en suite• All breakfasts included• Local bike hire included• Optional single supplement from £415


1 Start Granada. 0 KM

2 Ride along shore of Lake Nicaragua; visit Masaya Volcano N.P.

29 KM

3 Cycle through Pueblos Blancos; ferry to Ometepe Island; continue riding to ‘Ojo de Agua’ springs and cycle to hotel on lake shore.

40 KM

4 Ferry back to mainland; ride to San Juan del Sur. 42 KM

5 Ride from Pacific to Lake Nicaragua; transfer to Costa Rica.

16 KM

6 Wildlife trip on Tenorio River; Bijagua Valley ride; ride to Lake Arenal.

50 KM

7 Undulating day but the most scenic cycling to La Fortuna.

61 KM

8 Loop morning ride with views of Arenal Volcano; visit thermal springs.

52 KM

9 Morning ride to Muelle and break for lunch; afternoon cycle along Caribbean coast to Cahuita.

70 KM

10 Ride to Panama border; boat to Bocas del Toro islands.

53 KM

11 Free day in Bocas del Toro. 0 KM

12 Jungle ride; descend to Pan-Am Highway; transfer to Pacific coast (or Santiago).

58 KM

13 Tropical lowland forest ride; transfer to Panama City.

35 KM

14 Ride alongside the Panama Canal. 11 KM

15 End Panama City. 0 KM





CUBA Cuban Highlights Ride


Trip Code MAC 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Leisurely/Moderate

Trip highlights • Cycle through scenic countryside• Vibrant Havana and Trinidad• Refreshing mojitos!

At a glance• 8 days land only/9 days flight inclusive• 4 days cycling with full vehicle support• 90% tarmac roads, 10% unpaved tracks• 3 nights Casas Particulares, 4 nights hotels, all en suite• All breakfasts, 4 lunches and 3 dinners included• Beach extensions available• Free airport transfer for any flight• Local bike hire included• Optional single supplement from £200



2 Warm up ride to Playa Larga with a swimming stop at Punta Perdiz; visit the Bay of Pigs; transfer to Cienfuegos.

30 KM

3 Coastal cycle ride; afternoon free to swim and relax or explore surroundings.

60 KM

4 Ride along Caribbean coastline to the UNESCO town of Trinidad.

30 KM

5 Free day to explore Trinidad, visit a beach or cycle ride through countryside.

0 KM

6 Cycle through Topes de Collantes N.P. to Lake Hanabanilla.

40 KM

7 Visit Che Guevara's Mausoleum in Santa Clara; to Havana.

0 KM

8 Sightseeing in Old Havana; end. 0 KM




CUBA Cycling Cuba


Trip Code MAH 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Moderate

Trip highlights • Sierra Maestra mountain range• Revolutionary history• Cycle the Caribbean and Atlantic coasts

At a glance• 15 days land only/16 days flight inclusive• 11 days cycling with full vehicle support• 90% tarmac, 10% unpaved tracks• 10 nights hotels, 4 nights Casas Particulares all

en suite• All breakfasts, 13 lunches and 5 dinners included• Beach extensions available• Free airport transfer for any flight• Local bike hire included• Optional single supplement from £400



2 Cycling tour of new Havana; drive to Remedios via historic Santa Clara.

13 KM

3 Countryside ride to Mayajigua; transfer to Caribbean coast.

53 KM

4 Cycle to Las Tunas and Holguin provinces; overnight in Gibara.

64 KM

5 Scenic ride to Guardalavaca and transfer to Santiago.

68 KM

6 Walking city tour; visit El Cobre en route to El Salton.

0 KM

7 Cycle through the Sierra Maestra. 72 KM

8 Ride to Manzanillo; transfer to Camaguey. 70 KM

9 City tour with bike taxis; cycle to Trinidad. 51 KM

10 Free day in Trinidad. 0 KM

11 Coastal cycle ride to Cienfuegos. 76 KM

12 Morning transfer to Navarra; ride to Caleta Buena. 71 KM

13 Cycle inland through citrus plantations; lunch at organic farm.

57 KM

14 Final ride from Matanzas to Jibacoa beach; transfer to Havana.

62 KM

15 Walking tour of old Havana; afternoon end. 0 KM




MEXICO Cycling in Mexico


Trip Code MAM 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Leisurely/Moderate

Trip highlights • Iconic Chichen Itza• Discover colonial cities• Visit Mayan communities

At a glance• 10 days land only/11 days flight inclusive• 6 days cycling with full vehicle support• 90% tarmac roads, 10% unpaved tracks• 9 nights comfortable hotels all en suite• All breakfasts and 1 dinner included• Tulum beach extension available• Local bike hire included• Optional single supplement from £495


1 Start Cancun. 0 KM

2 Boat to Isla Mujeres and cycle around the island. 28 KM

3 Drive to Merida; city tour and free time. 0 KM

4 Ride from Merida to Izamal. 64 KM

5 Cycle to Chichen Itza; tour of the archaeological site.

73 KM

6 Cycle to colonial town of Valladolid. 71 KM

7 Ride to Coba; visit ruins and swim in a cenote (natural sinkhole); drive to Tulum on the Caribbean coast.

78 KM

8 Ride Sian Ka’an Biosphere Reserve coastal path; drive to Tulum ruins.

33 KM

9 Free day at the beach in Tulum; optional marine wildlife activities.

0 KM

10 Transfer to Cancun airport; end. 0 KM




COSTA RICA Costa Rica Coast to Coast Ride


Trip Code MUD 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Moderate

Trip highlights • Cycle both the Pacific and Caribbean coastline• Encounter Tortuguero’s wildlife • Descend through the Orosi Valley

At a glance• 14 days land only/15 days flight inclusive• 10 days cycling with full vehicle support• 80% tarmac roads, 20% unpaved tracks• 13 nights hotels all en suite• All breakfasts, 2 lunches and 3 dinners included• Local bike hire included• Optional single supplement from £440


1 Start San Jose. 0 KM

2 Ride to Rio Tarcoles. 42 KM

3 Boat tour; ride to Parrita. 40 KM

4 Wildlife hike in Manuel Antonio N.P; to Rio Savegre.

56 KM

5 To Osa Peninsula; ride to Puerto Jimenez. 67 KM

6 Free day in Puerto Jimenez. 0 KM

7 Ferry to Golfito; ride/transfer to Las Cruces. 24 KM

8 Hike at Las Cruces Botanical garden; cycle to Paso Real; transfer to Savegre Valley.

51 KM

9 Cycle in the Orosi Valley. 52 KM

10 Ride to Siquirres; to Tortuguero N.P. 35 KM

11 Free day in Tortuguero; optional boat tour. 0 KM

12 Ride and transfer to La Fortuna near Arenal Volcano. 29 KM

13 Cycle to Bajo Rodriguez; to San Jose. 37 KM

14 End San Jose. 0 KM



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ROAD • Vietnam 5150 ROAD • Colombia, Peru, Chile, Argentina

VIETNAM Cycling Vietnam


Trip Code MOV 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Moderate

Trip highlights • Enjoy the best of Vietnam on two wheels• Cruise among the limestone formations of

Halong Bay• Spend the night on a tropical island

At a glance• 14 days land only/16 days flight inclusive• 9 days cycling (including 1 optional ride) with full

vehicle support• 95% tarmac, 5% dirt roads, mostly flat • 11 nights comfortable hotels, 1 night boat and

1 night sleeper train• All breakfasts, 10 lunches and 1 dinner included• Local bike hire included• Optional single supplement from £235


1 Start Saigon. 0 KM

2 Transfer out of the city; cycle to Cu Chi tunnels. 30 KM

3 Drive towards the coast and cycle to Mui Ne. 50 KM

4 Cycle to Dalat in the Central Highlands. 60 KM

5 Cycle through Bidoup N.P.; overnight on Whale Island.

100 KM

6 Cruise around islands with seafood lunch and snorkelling.

0 KM

7 Drive to beautiful Dai Lanh Beach; coastal ride to Quy Nhon.

90 KM

8 Further coastal ride stopping en route at sand dunes; transfer to Hoi An.

30 KM

9 Sightseeing in Hoi An; free afternoon. 5-20 KM

10 Ride over the spectacular Hai Van Pass; cycle and drive on to Hue.

80 KM

11 Explore Hue by bike and boat; overnight train to Hanoi.

25 KM

12 Arrive Hanoi; drive to Halong Bay; board boat and cruise/kayak in the bay.

0 KM

13 Morning cruising Halong; return to Hanoi. 0 KM

14 End Hanoi. 0 KM




COLOMBIA Cycling Colombia


Trip Code MAY 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Challenging

Trip highlights • Cycle the coffee region• Rural Colombian culture• Hike in Cocora Valley

At a glance• 13 days land only/14 days flight inclusive• 10 days cycling with full vehicle support• 95% tarmac roads, 5% unpaved tracks• 10 nights hotels, 2 nights in a finca (ranch

property) all en suite• All breakfasts and 11 dinners included• Cartagena extension available• Local bike hire included• Optional single supplement from £285


1 Start Bogota. 0 KM

2 Bike fitting followed by Bogota 'Ciclovia' city ride with no traffic; welcome dinner.

25 KM

3 Visit Zipaquira Salt Cathedral; fly to Cali and transfer to Buga.

0 KM

4 Mostly flat ride following the Cauca River to Roldanillo.

86 KM

5 Another flat ride passing sugar cane fields and vineyards towards Zaragoza.

67 KM

6 First mountain ride into the coffee country and the town of Pueblo Tapao.

48 KM

7 Some challenging climbs with rewarding views and coffee tasting on the way to Barcelona via Rio Verde.

63 KM

8 A day of steady climbing through coffee plantations. Included coffee tour followed by a visit to some Botanical Gardens and a butterfly farm.

31 KM

9 Free day to relax; optional ride or hike to Salento and Cocora Valley.

29 KM

10 Some climbs in the morning towards Filandia followed by an exhilarating descent to Cerritos.

75 KM

11 Gentle ride along the Cauca River before a climb to Anserma.

58 KM

12 Final day of riding involves a spectacular downhill section plus some climbs to Chinchina.

58 KM

13 Transfer to Pereira; fly to Bogota; trip ends. 0 KM




PERU Cycle Peru: Machu Picchu & Titicaca


Trip Code MPB 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Moderate/Challenging

Trip highlights • Ride between Inca ruins of the Sacred Valley• Daywalk offering a rare view of Machu Picchu• Cycle along the shores of Lake Titicaca

At a glance• 13 days land only/15 days flight inclusive• 7 days cycling with full vehicle support• 70% tarmac, 30% unsurfaced roads• 10 nights en suite hotels, 1 night alpaca hacienda

and 1 night homestay• All breakfasts, 9 lunches and 2 dinners included• Free arrival transfer for any flight• Amazon Rainforest extension available• Local bike hire included• Optional single supplement from £240 (9 nights only)


1 Start Cuzco (3,400m); short orientation tour. 0 KM

2 Discover the Inca ruins above Cuzco by bike. 17 KM

3 Ride to Pisac and explore the Andean market. 44 KM

4 Visit Pisac ruins; cycle through the heart of the Sacred Valley to Urubamba.

46 KM

5 Cycle via Moray and the salt pans of Maras to Ollantaytambo.

28 KM

6 Descend by bike from Abra Malaga, with views of snow-capped Mt. Veronica, into cloud forest surrounding Santa Teresa.

75 KM

7 Daywalk along a royal Inca trail to Llactapata ruins for a seldom seen view of Machu Picchu; train to Aguas Calientes.

0 KM

8 Guided tour of Machu Picchu; return to Cuzco. 0 KM

9 Free day in Cuzco. 0 KM

10 Drive onto the altiplano; cycle from La Raya Pass (4,313m) to an alpaca hacienda.

92 KM

11 Continue to Lake Titicaca and ride along the lakeshore; traditional homestay.

52 KM

12 Boat ride to Puno, visiting the floating reed islands of the Uros en route.

0 KM

13 End Puno. 0 KM




CHILE, ARGENTINA Cycling the Lake District of Chile & Argentina


Trip Code MAP 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Moderate/Challenging

Trip highlights • Andes Lake Crossing• Monkey Puzzle forests• Picturesque volcanoes

At a glance• 13 days land only/16 days flight inclusive• 9 days cycling with full vehicle support• 75% tarmac roads, 25% unpaved tracks• 12 nights hotels all en suite• All breakfasts, 9 lunches and 1 dinner included• Local bike hire included• Optional single supplement from £520


1 Start Puerto Varas. 0 KM

2 Cycle around the edge of Lago Llanquihue towards Frutillar.

34 KM

3 Ride from Puerto Varas to Petrohue, for our first lake crossing on a catamaran ferry to our destination, Peulla.

58 KM

4 Begin the Andes crossing to Argentina; some tough cycling sections and our second lake crossing to arrive at Puerto Blest.

30 KM

5 Ferry across Lago Nahuel Huapi to Puerto Pañuelo; cycle to Bariloche.

23 KM

6 Free day; time to visit city of Bariloche and ascend the nearby viewpoint of Cerro Campanario.

0 KM

7 Transfer to Villa La Angostura; cycle the 'Camino de los Siete Lagos' to San Martin de los Andes.

52 KM

8 Today we cross the border again and ride through Huilo Huilo biological reserve in Chile; barge boat ride to Port Fuy; then final cycle to Choshuenco Village.

75 KM

9 Cycle through ‘monkey puzzle’ forests to Panguipulli Village; stop for lunch and then transfer to Pucon.

49 KM

10 Free day in Pucon; optional hot springs or trek up Villarica Volcano (weather dependent).

0 KM

11 Transfer to Cunco; cycle into the lunar landscape of Conguillio National Park; stay at base of Llaima Volcano.

50 KM

12 Cycle through Conguillio N.P. to the Interpretation Centre; short trek in the forest before cycling back along the same route.

27 KM

13 Morning at leisure; transfer to Temuco airport; trip ends.

0 KM




VIETNAM Cycle the Hilltribes of Vietnam


Trip Code MOU 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Challenging

Trip highlights • Traffic-free roads in remote Northeast Vietnam• Meet the many colourful hilltribes of Ha Giang• Spend the night on a boat in Halong Bay

At a glance• 14 days land only/16 days flight inclusive• 10 days cycling (including 1 half day ride) with full

vehicle support• 80% tarmac, 20% dirt roads with some long

ascents and descents • 11 nights hotels, 1 night boat and 1 night homestay• All breakfasts, 11 lunches and 2 dinners included• Local bike hire included• Optional single supplement from £185


1 Start Hanoi; group meeting for briefing and optional dinner.

30 KM

2 Hanoi city tour; warm up ride around West Lake on outskirts of the city.

30 KM

3 Transfer to Ba Hang; cycle through tea plantations to Thai Nguyen.

75 KM

4 Ride through rice paddies and karst cliffs; boat into Ba Be National Park; overnight homestay.

70 KM

5 Undulating day; Tinh Tuc for lunch; end Bao Lac. 70 KM

6 Cycle next to the turquoise Gam River; pass through traditional Hmong villages; end Mao Vac.

75 KM

7 Ride the challenging Ma Pi Ling Pass into UNESCO site Ha Giang Geo Park.

70 KM

8 Cycle amongst the thousands of limestone pinnacles and the famous 'twin hills' to Ha Giang town.

85 KM

9 Challenging ascent followed by exhilarating 20km descent past huge rice terraces to Houang Su Phi.

60 KM

10 Rolling hills through dense pine forests to Bac Ha, famous for traditional steam baths.

75 KM

11 Easy morning ride; transfer to Hanoi. 50 KM

12 Drive to Halong Bay; board boat and cruise/kayak among spectacular limestone formations.

0 KM

13 Return to Hanoi; free time to explore the Old Quarter.

0 KM

14 End Hanoi. 0 KM




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ROAD • Vietnam 5150 ROAD • Colombia, Peru, Chile, Argentina

VIETNAM Cycling Vietnam


Trip Code MOV 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Moderate

Trip highlights • Enjoy the best of Vietnam on two wheels• Cruise among the limestone formations of

Halong Bay• Spend the night on a tropical island


vehicle support• 95% tarmac, 5% dirt roads, mostly flat • 11 nights comfortable hotels, 1 night boat and

1 night sleeper train• All breakfasts, 10 lunches and 1 dinner included• Local bike hire included• Optional single supplement from £235


1 Start Saigon. 0 KM

2 Transfer out of the city; cycle to Cu Chi tunnels. 30 KM

3 Drive towards the coast and cycle to Mui Ne. 50 KM

4 Cycle to Dalat in the Central Highlands. 60 KM

5 Cycle through Bidoup N.P.; overnight on Whale Island.

100 KM

6 Cruise around islands with seafood lunch and snorkelling.

0 KM

7 Drive to beautiful Dai Lanh Beach; coastal ride to Quy Nhon.

90 KM

8 Further coastal ride stopping en route at sand dunes; transfer to Hoi An.

30 KM

9 Sightseeing in Hoi An; free afternoon. 5-20 KM

10 Ride over the spectacular Hai Van Pass; cycle and drive on to Hue.

80 KM

11 Explore Hue by bike and boat; overnight train to Hanoi.

25 KM

12 Arrive Hanoi; drive to Halong Bay; board boat and cruise/kayak in the bay.

0 KM

13 Morning cruising Halong; return to Hanoi. 0 KM

14 End Hanoi. 0 KM




COLOMBIA Cycling Colombia


Trip Code MAY 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Challenging

Trip highlights • Cycle the coffee region• Rural Colombian culture• Hike in Cocora Valley

At a glance• 13 days land only/14 days flight inclusive• 10 days cycling with full vehicle support• 95% tarmac roads, 5% unpaved tracks• 10 nights hotels, 2 nights in a finca (ranch

property) all en suite• All breakfasts and 11 dinners included• Cartagena extension available• Local bike hire included• Optional single supplement from £285


1 Start Bogota. 0 KM

2 Bike fitting followed by Bogota 'Ciclovia' city ride with no traffic; welcome dinner.

25 KM

3 Visit Zipaquira Salt Cathedral; fly to Cali and transfer to Buga.

0 KM

4 Mostly flat ride following the Cauca River to Roldanillo.

86 KM

5 Another flat ride passing sugar cane fields and vineyards towards Zaragoza.

67 KM

6 First mountain ride into the coffee country and the town of Pueblo Tapao.

48 KM

7 Some challenging climbs with rewarding views and coffee tasting on the way to Barcelona via Rio Verde.

63 KM

8 A day of steady climbing through coffee plantations. Included coffee tour followed by a visit to some Botanical Gardens and a butterfly farm.

31 KM

9 Free day to relax; optional ride or hike to Salento and Cocora Valley.

29 KM

10 Some climbs in the morning towards Filandia followed by an exhilarating descent to Cerritos.

75 KM

11 Gentle ride along the Cauca River before a climb to Anserma.

58 KM

12 Final day of riding involves a spectacular downhill section plus some climbs to Chinchina.

58 KM

13 Transfer to Pereira; fly to Bogota; trip ends. 0 KM




PERU Cycle Peru: Machu Picchu & Titicaca


Trip Code MPB 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Moderate/Challenging

Trip highlights • Ride between Inca ruins of the Sacred Valley• Daywalk offering a rare view of Machu Picchu• Cycle along the shores of Lake Titicaca

At a glance• 13 days land only/15 days flight inclusive• 7 days cycling with full vehicle support• 70% tarmac, 30% unsurfaced roads• 10 nights en suite hotels, 1 night alpaca hacienda

and 1 night homestay• All breakfasts, 9 lunches and 2 dinners included• Free arrival transfer for any flight• Amazon Rainforest extension available• Local bike hire included• Optional single supplement from £240 (9 nights only)


1 Start Cuzco (3,400m); short orientation tour. 0 KM

2 Discover the Inca ruins above Cuzco by bike. 17 KM

3 Ride to Pisac and explore the Andean market. 44 KM

4 Visit Pisac ruins; cycle through the heart of the Sacred Valley to Urubamba.

46 KM

5 Cycle via Moray and the salt pans of Maras to Ollantaytambo.

28 KM

6 Descend by bike from Abra Malaga, with views of snow-capped Mt. Veronica, into cloud forest surrounding Santa Teresa.

75 KM

7 Daywalk along a royal Inca trail to Llactapata ruins for a seldom seen view of Machu Picchu; train to Aguas Calientes.

0 KM

8 Guided tour of Machu Picchu; return to Cuzco. 0 KM

9 Free day in Cuzco. 0 KM

10 Drive onto the altiplano; cycle from La Raya Pass (4,313m) to an alpaca hacienda.

92 KM

11 Continue to Lake Titicaca and ride along the lakeshore; traditional homestay.

52 KM

12 Boat ride to Puno, visiting the floating reed islands of the Uros en route.

0 KM

13 End Puno. 0 KM




CHILE, ARGENTINA Cycling the Lake District of Chile & Argentina


Trip Code MAP 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Moderate/Challenging

Trip highlights • Andes Lake Crossing• Monkey Puzzle forests• Picturesque volcanoes

At a glance• 13 days land only/16 days flight inclusive• 9 days cycling with full vehicle support• 75% tarmac roads, 25% unpaved tracks• 12 nights hotels all en suite• All breakfasts, 9 lunches and 1 dinner included• Local bike hire included• Optional single supplement from £520


1 Start Puerto Varas. 0 KM

2 Cycle around the edge of Lago Llanquihue towards Frutillar.

34 KM

3 Ride from Puerto Varas to Petrohue, for our first lake crossing on a catamaran ferry to our destination, Peulla.

58 KM

4 Begin the Andes crossing to Argentina; some tough cycling sections and our second lake crossing to arrive at Puerto Blest.

30 KM

5 Ferry across Lago Nahuel Huapi to Puerto Pañuelo; cycle to Bariloche.

23 KM

6 Free day; time to visit city of Bariloche and ascend the nearby viewpoint of Cerro Campanario.

0 KM

7 Transfer to Villa La Angostura; cycle the 'Camino de los Siete Lagos' to San Martin de los Andes.

52 KM

8 Today we cross the border again and ride through Huilo Huilo biological reserve in Chile; barge boat ride to Port Fuy; then final cycle to Choshuenco Village.

75 KM

9 Cycle through ‘monkey puzzle’ forests to Panguipulli Village; stop for lunch and then transfer to Pucon.

49 KM

10 Free day in Pucon; optional hot springs or trek up Villarica Volcano (weather dependent).

0 KM

11 Transfer to Cunco; cycle into the lunar landscape of Conguillio National Park; stay at base of Llaima Volcano.

50 KM

12 Cycle through Conguillio N.P. to the Interpretation Centre; short trek in the forest before cycling back along the same route.

27 KM

13 Morning at leisure; transfer to Temuco airport; trip ends.

0 KM




VIETNAM Cycle the Hilltribes of Vietnam


Trip Code MOU 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Challenging

Trip highlights • Traffic-free roads in remote Northeast Vietnam• Meet the many colourful hilltribes of Ha Giang• Spend the night on a boat in Halong Bay

At a glance• 14 days land only/16 days flight inclusive• 10 days cycling (including 1 half day ride) with full

vehicle support• 80% tarmac, 20% dirt roads with some long

ascents and descents • 11 nights hotels, 1 night boat and 1 night homestay• All breakfasts, 11 lunches and 2 dinners included• Local bike hire included• Optional single supplement from £185


1 Start Hanoi; group meeting for briefing and optional dinner.

30 KM

2 Hanoi city tour; warm up ride around West Lake on outskirts of the city.

30 KM

3 Transfer to Ba Hang; cycle through tea plantations to Thai Nguyen.

75 KM

4 Ride through rice paddies and karst cliffs; boat into Ba Be National Park; overnight homestay.

70 KM

5 Undulating day; Tinh Tuc for lunch; end Bao Lac. 70 KM

6 Cycle next to the turquoise Gam River; pass through traditional Hmong villages; end Mao Vac.

75 KM

7 Ride the challenging Ma Pi Ling Pass into UNESCO site Ha Giang Geo Park.

70 KM

8 Cycle amongst the thousands of limestone pinnacles and the famous 'twin hills' to Ha Giang town.

85 KM

9 Challenging ascent followed by exhilarating 20km descent past huge rice terraces to Houang Su Phi.

60 KM

10 Rolling hills through dense pine forests to Bac Ha, famous for traditional steam baths.

75 KM

11 Easy morning ride; transfer to Hanoi. 50 KM

12 Drive to Halong Bay; board boat and cruise/kayak among spectacular limestone formations.

0 KM

13 Return to Hanoi; free time to explore the Old Quarter.

0 KM

14 End Hanoi. 0 KM




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THAILAND, CAMBODIA, VIETNAM Cycle Indochina & Angkor


Trip Code MOC 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Moderate

Trip highlights • Cycle through three contrasting countries• Experience a taste sensation with mouth-watering

cuisine• Explore the incredible Angkor temples by bike

At a glance• 14 days land only/16 days flight inclusive• 9 days cycling with full vehicle support• 95% tarmac, 5% dirt roads, mostly flat• 12 nights hotels and 1 night guesthouse• All breakfasts and 1 dinner included• Premium departures available• Local bike hire included• Optional single supplement from £290


1 Start Bangkok. 0 KM

2 Transfer to the ancient kingdom of Ayuttaya, start today’s cycling by the giant Reclining Buddha.

46 KM

3 Cycle to Sa Keaw. 90 KM

4 Ride to Aranyaprathet. 85 KM

5 Into Cambodia and on to Siem Reap. 20 KM

6 First of two full days to explore the temple complex of Angkor by bus and bike.

30 KM

7 Second day at Angkor temple complex. 70 KM

8 Drive to Phnom Penh, stopping at Skuon. 0 KM

9 Sightseeing including Royal Palace and the 'Killing Fields'.

0 KM

10 Transfer to Takeo; cycle to Vietnam border and Chau Doc.

80 KM

11 To the Mekong Delta and Vinh Long; boat to homestay.

50 KM

12 To Cai Be floating market; cycle Mekong riverbank; transfer to Saigon.

35 KM

13 Free day. 0 KM

14 End Saigon. 0 KM




THAILAND, LAOS Cycling in Laos


Trip Code MOL 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Moderate/Challenging

Trip highlights • Remote route with few tourists • Charming Luang Prabang• Scenic quiet mountain roads

At a glance• 14 days land only/15 days flight inclusive• 10 days cycling with full vehicle support• Some tough climbs and long downhills• 5 nights comfortable hotels, 7 nights guesthouse,

1 night sleeper train• All breakfasts included• Local bike hire included• Optional single supplement from £275


1 Start Chiang Mai. 0 KM

2 Warm-up ride around Chiang Mai old town; Doi Suthep hilltop temple

30 KM

3 Transfer to Chiang Rai; cycle into the heart of the Golden Triangle.

55 KM

4 Boat ride on the mighty Mekong; cycle into Laos. 75 KM

5 Cycle to Luang Nam Tha; visit Tai Dang hill tribe village.

80 KM

6 Rural cycle to the Udomxai province. 60 KM

7 Continue through Udomxai province to Pak Beng. 75 KM

8 Board slow boat on the Mekong to Luang Prabang; Buddha Caves en route.

0 KM

9 To Kwang Si Waterfalls; chance to see monks receiving alms at dawn.

60 KM

10 Luang Prabang to picturesque Vang Vieng through stunning mountainous terrain.

60 KM

11 Scenic drive south; cycle to sedate capital Vientiane.

60 KM

12 Free morning to explore; board overnight train to Bangkok.

25 KM

13 Bangkok city tour; free afternoon. 0 KM

14 End Bangkok. 0 KM



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MYANMAR (BURMA) Cycle Myanmar (Burma)


Trip Code MOB 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Moderate

Trip highlights • Cycle the Temples of Bagan• Discover the fascinating Inle Lake• Ride through traditional villages and countryside

At a glance• 14 days land only/16 days flight inclusive• 11 days cycling (including 1 optional ride) with

full vehicle support• 95% tarmac, 5% unsurfaced sections and a few main

roads with minimal traffic• 13 nights hotels all en suite • All breakfasts and 1 dinner included• Free transfer for any flight• Ngapali Beach extension available• Local bike hire included• Optional single supplement from £470


1 Start Yangon. 0 KM

2 Fly to Heho and drive to Inle Lake; short ride. 15 KM

3 Cycle to Inthein pagodas; cruise on Inle Lake. 54 KM

4 Ride to minority villages around Inle Lake. 31 KM

5 Cycle across Shan Highland to Pindaya; visit Pindaya caves.

59 KM

6 Drive/cycle to Mandalay. 54 KM

7 Ride to Mingun; boat ride back to Mandalay. 40 KM

8 Visit U-Bein Bridge; cycle to Monywa for Thanbodday temple.

65 KM

9 Drive/cycle to Pakkoku; boat ride on Irrawaddy River to Bagan.

50 KM

10 Explore Bagan temple complex by bike. 25 KM

11 Cycle to Mount Popa; option to cycle or drive back to Bagan.

50 KM

12 Free morning (optional bike ride); afternoon flight to Yangon.

20 KM

13 Yangon city tour. 0 KM

14 End Yangon. 0 KM



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INDONESIA Cycling Indonesia’s Islands


Trip Code MOI 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Moderate

Trip highlights • Cycle through rice paddies, jungles and plantations• Ride up and down volcanoes and through villages• Discover the islands of Bali and Java

At a glance• 13 days land only/15 days flight inclusive• 9 days cycling with full vehicle support• 90% tarmac, 10% dirt tracks• 9 nights en suite hotel, 1 night homestay, 1 night

guesthouse and 1 night camping• 12 breakfasts, 10 lunches and 3 dinners included• Local bike hire included• Optional single supplement from £315


1 Arrive in Bali, transfer to Ubud. 0 KM

2 Cycle through rice paddies, villages and temples.

40 KM

3 Cycle to Batur Volcano; afternoon dirt track descent.

50 KM

4 Ride to Ponjok Batu Temple and Lovina on the Coast.

60 KM

5 A day cycling, monkey forests, twin lakes, Buddhist monasteries and hot springs.

75 KM

6 Pedal to the harbour; snorkel around Menjangan Island; transfer to Java.

35 KM

7 Cycle up the slopes of Ijen Volcano; optional sunset hike.

40 KM

8 Trek to the crater rim for sunrise; later cycle off the volcano to Ketapang.

30 KM

9 Cycle through jungle and plantations to the fishing village at Meru Betiri N.P.

50 KM

10 Ride along jungle trails to the beach at Pulau Merah; free time to relax on the beach.

30 KM

11 Transfer by bus and boat back to Bali to Canggu.

0 KM

12 Free day to relax on the beach or explore the area around Canggu and Seminyak.

0 KM

13 Free time then transfer to Denpasar. 0 KM




INDIA Manali to Leh Ride


Trip Code MIH 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Tough

Trip highlights • Six spectacular Himalayan passes• Fantastic 2000m descent to Leh • Ancient monasteries and culture

At a glance• 17 days land only/18 days flight inclusive• 11 days cycling with full vehicle support • 75% tarmac, 25% unpaved roads • Spectacular route with long climbs and descents• 8 nights hotels all en suite, 8 nights full service camping• All breakfasts, 9 lunches and 8 dinners included• Local bike hire included• Optional single supplement from £320


1 Start Delhi. 0 KM

2 Train to Chandigarh; drive to Mandi. 0 KM

3 Drive to the hill station resort of Manali; free afternoon to explore.

0 KM

4 Manali loop ride; optional ride to the hot sulphur springs at Vaishisht.

54 KM

5 Gradually climb through alpine forests and villages towards Marhi.

37 KM

6 Cycle over the Rohtang La (3946m); descend to Sissu.

51 KM

7 Ride through the beautiful Lahaul Valley and the oasis town of Keylong to Jispa.

58 KM

8 Continue up to Patseo through the pasture lands around Darcha (3358m).

25 KM

9 Ride over the Baralacha La (4933m) and on to Sarchu. 58 KM

10 A challenging ride to Pang via Nakli La (4948m) and Lachalung La (5100m).

80 KM

11 Across the Mori Plains (4778m) to Tsokar Lake. 51 KM

12 Explore nomad settlements then ride over the Taglang La (5350m) to Lato.

72 KM

13 Ride to Leh, visiting Thikse Monastery en route. 77 KM

14 Climb to Khardung La (5602m); exhilarating downhill ride back to Leh.

78 KM

15 Time to relax and explore Leh. 0 KM

16-17 Fly to Delhi; optional sightseeing tour. End Delhi. 0 KM




JAPAN Cycling in Japan


Trip Code MOJ 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Moderate/Challenging

Trip highlights • Varied landscapes and mesmerising traditional culture • Discover temples, zen gardens and geisha quarters• Ride along the picturesque shores of the Noto peninsula

At a glance• 14 days land only/16 days flight inclusive• 9 days cycling with partial vehicle support (limited seats)• 80% tarmac roads; 20% country lanes or gravel paths• Mainly undulating with a few steady climbs• 13 nights in a mix of 3-star hotels and ryokans

(traditional Japanese guesthouses), some with shared facilities

• All breakfasts and 5 dinners included• Local bike hire included• Optional single supplement from £180 (available

only for 4 nights in Tokyo and Kyoto)


1 Arrive Tokyo. 0 KM

2 Morning orientation walk and free afternoon. 0 KM

3 Train to Kanazawa; afternoon cycle loop and sightseeing.

15 KM

4 Cycle from Kanazawa to Togi, along rugged coastline and past fishing villages.

65 KM

5 Rewarding coastal ride to Wajima; enjoy scenic ocean views and rock formations.

70 KM

6 Morning market visit; cycle to Suzu; admire coastal views and rice paddies of Senmaida.

70 KM

7 Cycle to Anamizu; train to the popular hot spring resort of Wakura Onsen.

65 KM

8 Travel to UNESCO Shirakawago village; overnight in a traditional gassho-zukuri farmhouse (depending on availability).

0 KM

9 Cycle quiet country lanes and mountain roads to Hida Takayama.

60 KM

10 Ride to the castle town of Gujo Hachiman, past little villages, local shrines and paddy fields.

73 KM

11 Cycle along the Nagara River to the town of Gifu. 65 KM

12 Travel to Kyoto by train; free afternoon to sightsee. 0 KM

13 Final ride in Kyoto exploring the city's highlights. 50 KM

14 Depart Kyoto. 0 KM




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THAILAND, CAMBODIA, VIETNAM Cycle Indochina & Angkor


Trip Code MOC 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Moderate

Trip highlights • Cycle through three contrasting countries• Experience a taste sensation with mouth-watering

cuisine• Explore the incredible Angkor temples by bike

At a glance• 14 days land only/16 days flight inclusive• 9 days cycling with full vehicle support• 95% tarmac, 5% dirt roads, mostly flat• 12 nights hotels and 1 night guesthouse• All breakfasts and 1 dinner included• Premium departures available• Local bike hire included• Optional single supplement from £290


1 Start Bangkok. 0 KM

2 Transfer to the ancient kingdom of Ayuttaya, start today’s cycling by the giant Reclining Buddha.

46 KM

3 Cycle to Sa Keaw. 90 KM

4 Ride to Aranyaprathet. 85 KM

5 Into Cambodia and on to Siem Reap. 20 KM

6 First of two full days to explore the temple complex of Angkor by bus and bike.

30 KM

7 Second day at Angkor temple complex. 70 KM

8 Drive to Phnom Penh, stopping at Skuon. 0 KM

9 Sightseeing including Royal Palace and the 'Killing Fields'.

0 KM

10 Transfer to Takeo; cycle to Vietnam border and Chau Doc.

80 KM

11 To the Mekong Delta and Vinh Long; boat to homestay.

50 KM

12 To Cai Be floating market; cycle Mekong riverbank; transfer to Saigon.

35 KM

13 Free day. 0 KM

14 End Saigon. 0 KM




THAILAND, LAOS Cycling in Laos


Trip Code MOL 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Moderate/Challenging

Trip highlights • Remote route with few tourists • Charming Luang Prabang• Scenic quiet mountain roads

At a glance• 14 days land only/15 days flight inclusive• 10 days cycling with full vehicle support• Some tough climbs and long downhills• 5 nights comfortable hotels, 7 nights guesthouse,

1 night sleeper train• All breakfasts included• Local bike hire included• Optional single supplement from £275


1 Start Chiang Mai. 0 KM

2 Warm-up ride around Chiang Mai old town; Doi Suthep hilltop temple

30 KM

3 Transfer to Chiang Rai; cycle into the heart of the Golden Triangle.

55 KM

4 Boat ride on the mighty Mekong; cycle into Laos. 75 KM

5 Cycle to Luang Nam Tha; visit Tai Dang hill tribe village.

80 KM

6 Rural cycle to the Udomxai province. 60 KM

7 Continue through Udomxai province to Pak Beng. 75 KM

8 Board slow boat on the Mekong to Luang Prabang; Buddha Caves en route.

0 KM

9 To Kwang Si Waterfalls; chance to see monks receiving alms at dawn.

60 KM

10 Luang Prabang to picturesque Vang Vieng through stunning mountainous terrain.

60 KM

11 Scenic drive south; cycle to sedate capital Vientiane.

60 KM

12 Free morning to explore; board overnight train to Bangkok.

25 KM

13 Bangkok city tour; free afternoon. 0 KM

14 End Bangkok. 0 KM



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MYANMAR (BURMA) Cycle Myanmar (Burma)


Trip Code MOB 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Moderate

Trip highlights • Cycle the Temples of Bagan• Discover the fascinating Inle Lake• Ride through traditional villages and countryside

At a glance• 14 days land only/16 days flight inclusive• 11 days cycling (including 1 optional ride) with

full vehicle support• 95% tarmac, 5% unsurfaced sections and a few main

roads with minimal traffic• 13 nights hotels all en suite • All breakfasts and 1 dinner included• Free transfer for any flight• Ngapali Beach extension available• Local bike hire included• Optional single supplement from £470


1 Start Yangon. 0 KM

2 Fly to Heho and drive to Inle Lake; short ride. 15 KM

3 Cycle to Inthein pagodas; cruise on Inle Lake. 54 KM

4 Ride to minority villages around Inle Lake. 31 KM

5 Cycle across Shan Highland to Pindaya; visit Pindaya caves.

59 KM

6 Drive/cycle to Mandalay. 54 KM

7 Ride to Mingun; boat ride back to Mandalay. 40 KM

8 Visit U-Bein Bridge; cycle to Monywa for Thanbodday temple.

65 KM

9 Drive/cycle to Pakkoku; boat ride on Irrawaddy River to Bagan.

50 KM

10 Explore Bagan temple complex by bike. 25 KM

11 Cycle to Mount Popa; option to cycle or drive back to Bagan.

50 KM

12 Free morning (optional bike ride); afternoon flight to Yangon.

20 KM

13 Yangon city tour. 0 KM

14 End Yangon. 0 KM



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INDONESIA Cycling Indonesia’s Islands


Trip Code MOI 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Moderate

Trip highlights • Cycle through rice paddies, jungles and plantations• Ride up and down volcanoes and through villages• Discover the islands of Bali and Java

At a glance• 13 days land only/15 days flight inclusive• 9 days cycling with full vehicle support• 90% tarmac, 10% dirt tracks• 9 nights en suite hotel, 1 night homestay, 1 night

guesthouse and 1 night camping• 12 breakfasts, 10 lunches and 3 dinners included• Local bike hire included• Optional single supplement from £315


1 Arrive in Bali, transfer to Ubud. 0 KM

2 Cycle through rice paddies, villages and temples.

40 KM

3 Cycle to Batur Volcano; afternoon dirt track descent.

50 KM

4 Ride to Ponjok Batu Temple and Lovina on the Coast.

60 KM

5 A day cycling, monkey forests, twin lakes, Buddhist monasteries and hot springs.

75 KM

6 Pedal to the harbour; snorkel around Menjangan Island; transfer to Java.

35 KM

7 Cycle up the slopes of Ijen Volcano; optional sunset hike.

40 KM

8 Trek to the crater rim for sunrise; later cycle off the volcano to Ketapang.

30 KM

9 Cycle through jungle and plantations to the fishing village at Meru Betiri N.P.

50 KM

10 Ride along jungle trails to the beach at Pulau Merah; free time to relax on the beach.

30 KM

11 Transfer by bus and boat back to Bali to Canggu.

0 KM

12 Free day to relax on the beach or explore the area around Canggu and Seminyak.

0 KM

13 Free time then transfer to Denpasar. 0 KM




INDIA Manali to Leh Ride


Trip Code MIH 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Tough

Trip highlights • Six spectacular Himalayan passes• Fantastic 2000m descent to Leh • Ancient monasteries and culture

At a glance• 17 days land only/18 days flight inclusive• 11 days cycling with full vehicle support • 75% tarmac, 25% unpaved roads • Spectacular route with long climbs and descents• 8 nights hotels all en suite, 8 nights full service camping• All breakfasts, 9 lunches and 8 dinners included• Local bike hire included• Optional single supplement from £320


1 Start Delhi. 0 KM

2 Train to Chandigarh; drive to Mandi. 0 KM

3 Drive to the hill station resort of Manali; free afternoon to explore.

0 KM

4 Manali loop ride; optional ride to the hot sulphur springs at Vaishisht.

54 KM

5 Gradually climb through alpine forests and villages towards Marhi.

37 KM

6 Cycle over the Rohtang La (3946m); descend to Sissu.

51 KM

7 Ride through the beautiful Lahaul Valley and the oasis town of Keylong to Jispa.

58 KM

8 Continue up to Patseo through the pasture lands around Darcha (3358m).

25 KM

9 Ride over the Baralacha La (4933m) and on to Sarchu. 58 KM

10 A challenging ride to Pang via Nakli La (4948m) and Lachalung La (5100m).

80 KM

11 Across the Mori Plains (4778m) to Tsokar Lake. 51 KM

12 Explore nomad settlements then ride over the Taglang La (5350m) to Lato.

72 KM

13 Ride to Leh, visiting Thikse Monastery en route. 77 KM

14 Climb to Khardung La (5602m); exhilarating downhill ride back to Leh.

78 KM

15 Time to relax and explore Leh. 0 KM

16-17 Fly to Delhi; optional sightseeing tour. End Delhi. 0 KM




JAPAN Cycling in Japan


Trip Code MOJ 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Moderate/Challenging

Trip highlights • Varied landscapes and mesmerising traditional culture • Discover temples, zen gardens and geisha quarters• Ride along the picturesque shores of the Noto peninsula

At a glance• 14 days land only/16 days flight inclusive• 9 days cycling with partial vehicle support (limited seats)• 80% tarmac roads; 20% country lanes or gravel paths• Mainly undulating with a few steady climbs• 13 nights in a mix of 3-star hotels and ryokans

(traditional Japanese guesthouses), some with shared facilities

• All breakfasts and 5 dinners included• Local bike hire included• Optional single supplement from £180 (available

only for 4 nights in Tokyo and Kyoto)


1 Arrive Tokyo. 0 KM

2 Morning orientation walk and free afternoon. 0 KM

3 Train to Kanazawa; afternoon cycle loop and sightseeing.

15 KM

4 Cycle from Kanazawa to Togi, along rugged coastline and past fishing villages.

65 KM

5 Rewarding coastal ride to Wajima; enjoy scenic ocean views and rock formations.

70 KM

6 Morning market visit; cycle to Suzu; admire coastal views and rice paddies of Senmaida.

70 KM

7 Cycle to Anamizu; train to the popular hot spring resort of Wakura Onsen.

65 KM

8 Travel to UNESCO Shirakawago village; overnight in a traditional gassho-zukuri farmhouse (depending on availability).

0 KM

9 Cycle quiet country lanes and mountain roads to Hida Takayama.

60 KM

10 Ride to the castle town of Gujo Hachiman, past little villages, local shrines and paddy fields.

73 KM

11 Cycle along the Nagara River to the town of Gifu. 65 KM

12 Travel to Kyoto by train; free afternoon to sightsee. 0 KM

13 Final ride in Kyoto exploring the city's highlights. 50 KM

14 Depart Kyoto. 0 KM




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INDIA Cycling through Rajasthan


Trip Code MIJ 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Moderate

Trip highlights • Palaces, temples and wildlife• Ride on rural backroads• Marvel at the Taj Mahal

At a glance• 15 days land only/16 days flight inclusive• 11 days cycling with full vehicle support• 100% tarmac with a few rough sections • 14 nights hotels all en suite• All breakfasts and 4 lunches included• Festival departures available• Local bike hire included• Optional single supplement from £395


1 Arrive Jodhpur; transfer to hotel. 0 KM

2 Cycle tour of Jodhpur and its surroundings including Mehrangarh Fort.

25 KM

3 Ride/drive to Ranakpur 41 KM

4 Cycle to the lakeside town of Udaipur; evening city tour.

45 KM

5 Cycle tour of Udaipur’s surroundings. 20 KM

6 Drive to Iswal then ride on backroads to the fort of Kumbhalgarh.

60 KM

7 Ride/drive to Pushkar on quiet roads; optional sunset walk to hilltop temple.

65 KM

8 Ride/drive to Jaipur, capital of Rajasthan, via rural villages and Rupnagar.

94 KM

9 Full day sightseeing tour of Jaipur. KM

10 Ride/drive to Sariska N.P. via Pratap Garh. 85 KM

11 Morning game drive; optional village visit by bike or camel cart.

0 KM

12 Ride/drive to Bharatpur N.P., renowned for its bird sanctuary, later visited by bike.

70 KM

13 Ride/drive to Agra; visit the Taj Mahal at sunset. 40 KM

14 Express train to Delhi; afternoon sightseeing. 0 KM

15 End Delhi. 0 KM




INDIA Cycle the Coast of Kerala


Trip Code MIA 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Leisurely/Moderate

Trip highlights • Cycle along the tropical Keralan coastline• Explore the old spice town of Cochin• Cruise the backwaters on a traditional houseboat

At a glance• 8 days land only/9 days flight inclusive• 6 days cycling (including 1 optional ride and a

short bike tour of Cochin), with partial vehicle support (limited seats)

• 100% tarmac with some rough sections• 5 nights hotels, 1 night houseboat, 1 night homestay• All breakfasts, 4 lunches and 2 dinners included• Local bike hire included• Optional single supplement from £305


1 Start Cochin. 0 KM

2 Explore Cochin by bike and foot. 6 KM

3 Cycle to Muhamma, past old Portuguese villas and through fishing villages.

60 KM

4 Continue riding along the coast to a backwater village in the region of Alleppey where we spend the evening in a homestay and enjoy a cookery demonstration.

35 KM

5 Optional morning ride to explore the village; board houseboat in the afternoon for a backwater cruise to Trikunnapuzha.

7 KM

6 Disembark houseboat; clifftop ride to the laid-back town of Varkala where we spend two nights staying close to one of India’s best beaches.

38 KM

7 Short morning ride to the surrounding coastal area; afternoon free to relax.

25 KM

8 End Varkala. 0 KM



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INDIA Cycling India’s Hill Stations


Trip Code MIS 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Moderate/Challenging

Trip highlights • Ride the backroads of the mighty Himalaya• Marvel at the Golden Temple in Amritsar• Cycle across the Jalori Pass (3350m)

At a glance• 16 days land only/17 days flight inclusive• 10 days cycling, partial vehicle support (limited seats)• 90% tarmac, 10% unsurfaced roads• Undulating with some long ascents and descents• 11 nights hotels, 3 nights lodge, 1 night homestay• All breakfasts, 3 lunches and 4 dinners included• Golden Triangle extension available• Local bike hire included• Optional single supplement from £400


1 Start Amritsar. 0 KM

2 Visit the Golden Temple; transfer to Pragpur. 0 KM

3 Cycle to Kangra through traditional villages and scenic valleys; optional visit to Kangra Fort.

45 KM

4 A long steady uphill climb to McLeod Ganj (2000m); late afternoon sightseeing.

46 KM

5 To Andretta (1100m) via Norblingka Institute on the backroads below the Dhaula Dhar range.

55 KM

6 Ride to Jogindernagar via Baijnath Temple. 35 KM

7 Cycle to the historic temple town of Mandi; explore the town and old temples.

50 KM

8 Cycle to Larji in the lower Kulu Valley. 45 KM

9 A challenging day cycling through traditional remote villages to Shoja (2600m).

27 KM

10 Climb to Jalori Pass (3223m); downhill to Luhri. 58 KM

11 Climb to Narkanda (2700m) for stunning views of the peaks on the Tibetan border.

33 KM

12 Cycle to the famous hill station of Shimla. 62 KM

13 Free day to explore Shimla. 0 KM

14 Take Viceroy's narrow gauge 'Toy Train' to Kalka; connect with onward train to Delhi.

0 KM

15 Free day to explore India's capital. 0 KM

16 End Delhi. 0 KM



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INDIA Cycle Kerala & Tropical India


Trip Code MIK 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Moderate/Challenging

Trip highlights • Striking countryside with tea plantations • Diverse culture, religion and people• Traditional houseboat cruise

At a glance• 14 days land only/15 days flight inclusive• 10 days cycling with partial vehicle support (limited

seats)• 100% tarmac with a few rough sections • 9 nights hotels, 3 nights lodge, 1 night houseboat• All breakfasts, 10 lunches and 4 dinners included• Premium departures available• Local bike hire included• Optional single supplement from £460


1 Start Mysore. 0 KM

2 Ride to Srirangapatnam ruins; afternoon to explore Mysore and the Maharaja Palace.

37 KM

3 Cycle the backroads of Mysore Plateau to Nanjangud; transfer to Bandipur N.P.

42 KM

4 Optional visit to Bandipur; afternoon ride to Mudumalai N.P.

20 KM

5 Optional ascent to Ooty Hill Station, free afternoon to explore the town.

27 KM

6 Western Ghats descent through tea plantations; transfer to Guruvayoor.

86 KM

7 Circular ride on rural roads; visit Guruvayoor Temple for evening Pooja.

62 KM

8 Cycle along coastal roads lined with coconut palms; ferry to Fort Cochin.

40 KM

9 Free day to explore Cochin's bazaars and old harbour.

0 KM

10 Cycle past old Portuguese houses to Vambanad Lake and Alleppey.

60 KM

11 Explore Alleppey; cruise the backwaters on a Keralan houseboat.

7 KM

12 Clifftop ride to laid-back Varkala. 88 KM

13 Free day to relax on the beach and enjoy fresh seafood.

0 KM

14 End Varkala. 0 KM




INDIA Mysore to Goa Ride


Trip Code MIG 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Moderate

Trip highlights • Sample delicious local cuisine• Explore the ruins of Hampi• Relax on the beaches of Goa

At a glance• 13 days land only/14 days flight inclusive• 12 days cycling (including 1 optional ride), with

full vehicle support• 100% tarmac with some rough sections• 11 nights hotels, 1 nights lodge• All breakfasts, 5 lunches and 6 dinners included• Local bike hire included• Optional single supplement from £675


1 Start Mysore; leisurely ride to Srirangapatna, the ruins of Tippu Sultan’s capital.

37 KM

2 Morning ride in the countryside; explore Mysore including the palace.

57 KM

3 Ride from Mysore to Hassan via Shravanabelagola Jain shrine.

61 KM

4 Cycle from Hassan to Belur (Karagada) via the ornate Hoysaleshwara temple.

58 KM

5 Cycle to Chickmangalore, the centre of India's coffee growing region.

62 KM

6 Descend the Western Ghats and cycle to the UNESCO World Heritage site of Hampi.

65 KM

7 Explore Hampi by bike. 27 KM

8 Cycle from Hampi along rural roads to Dandeli. 60 KM

9 Cycle from Dandeli and cross the state border into Goa towards Mollem.

53 KM

10 Ride along rural backroads to Colva Beach, Goa.

73 KM

11 Free morning to relax; optional afternoon ride to explore the coast.

20 KM

12 Ride to Panjim, the capital of Goa. Afternoon free to explore.

49 KM

13 End Panjim. 0 KM




INDIA Southern India Coast to Coast Ride


Trip Code MIT 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Moderate/Challenging

Trip highlights • Cycle through two distinctively different Indian states• Sample regional dishes served on a banana leaf• Cruise on a traditional Keralan houseboat

At a glance• 14 days land only/15 days flight inclusive• 10 days cycling with full vehicle support• 100% tarmac on mostly quiet backroads• 10 nights hotels, 1 night houseboat, 2 nights mansions• All breakfasts, 11 lunches and 8 dinners included• Local bike hire included• Optional single supplement from £640


1 Start Chennai; transfer to Pondicherry via temples of Mahabalipuram.

0 KM

2 Circular ride to Auroville; afternoon free. 48 KM

3 Fabulous rural cycling; afternoon continue riding to Chidambaram.

101 KM

4 Riverside ride to Thanjavur; visit the Royal Palace. 68 KM

5 Ride through Tamil Nadu heartland to Chettinad and its palatial mansions.

102 KM

6 Cycle to the magnificent temple city of Madurai, a highlight of India.

99 KM

7 Free morning in Madurai; ascent through rainforests to Thekkady.

40 KM

8 Free day to explore hill station or visit Periyar N.P. 0 KM

9 Ride through the tea estates with a stop at a tea factory.

70 KM

10 Cycle through spice plantations to Kottayam, the Syrian Christian heartland.

82 KM

11 Free morning to relax by the lake; board houseboat for overnight cruise.

35 KM

12 Coastal ride to Fort Cochin. 57 KM

13 Free day in Fort Cochin. 0 KM

14 End Cochin. 0 KM




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INDIA Cycling through Rajasthan


Trip Code MIJ 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Moderate

Trip highlights • Palaces, temples and wildlife• Ride on rural backroads• Marvel at the Taj Mahal

At a glance• 15 days land only/16 days flight inclusive• 11 days cycling with full vehicle support• 100% tarmac with a few rough sections • 14 nights hotels all en suite• All breakfasts and 4 lunches included• Festival departures available• Local bike hire included• Optional single supplement from £395


1 Arrive Jodhpur; transfer to hotel. 0 KM

2 Cycle tour of Jodhpur and its surroundings including Mehrangarh Fort.

25 KM

3 Ride/drive to Ranakpur 41 KM

4 Cycle to the lakeside town of Udaipur; evening city tour.

45 KM

5 Cycle tour of Udaipur’s surroundings. 20 KM

6 Drive to Iswal then ride on backroads to the fort of Kumbhalgarh.

60 KM

7 Ride/drive to Pushkar on quiet roads; optional sunset walk to hilltop temple.

65 KM

8 Ride/drive to Jaipur, capital of Rajasthan, via rural villages and Rupnagar.

94 KM

9 Full day sightseeing tour of Jaipur. KM

10 Ride/drive to Sariska N.P. via Pratap Garh. 85 KM

11 Morning game drive; optional village visit by bike or camel cart.

0 KM

12 Ride/drive to Bharatpur N.P., renowned for its bird sanctuary, later visited by bike.

70 KM

13 Ride/drive to Agra; visit the Taj Mahal at sunset. 40 KM

14 Express train to Delhi; afternoon sightseeing. 0 KM

15 End Delhi. 0 KM




INDIA Cycle the Coast of Kerala


Trip Code MIA 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Leisurely/Moderate

Trip highlights • Cycle along the tropical Keralan coastline• Explore the old spice town of Cochin• Cruise the backwaters on a traditional houseboat

At a glance• 8 days land only/9 days flight inclusive• 6 days cycling (including 1 optional ride and a

short bike tour of Cochin), with partial vehicle support (limited seats)

• 100% tarmac with some rough sections• 5 nights hotels, 1 night houseboat, 1 night homestay• All breakfasts, 4 lunches and 2 dinners included• Local bike hire included• Optional single supplement from £305


1 Start Cochin. 0 KM

2 Explore Cochin by bike and foot. 6 KM

3 Cycle to Muhamma, past old Portuguese villas and through fishing villages.

60 KM

4 Continue riding along the coast to a backwater village in the region of Alleppey where we spend the evening in a homestay and enjoy a cookery demonstration.

35 KM

5 Optional morning ride to explore the village; board houseboat in the afternoon for a backwater cruise to Trikunnapuzha.

7 KM

6 Disembark houseboat; clifftop ride to the laid-back town of Varkala where we spend two nights staying close to one of India’s best beaches.

38 KM

7 Short morning ride to the surrounding coastal area; afternoon free to relax.

25 KM

8 End Varkala. 0 KM



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INDIA Cycling India’s Hill Stations


Trip Code MIS 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Moderate/Challenging

Trip highlights • Ride the backroads of the mighty Himalaya• Marvel at the Golden Temple in Amritsar• Cycle across the Jalori Pass (3350m)

At a glance• 16 days land only/17 days flight inclusive• 10 days cycling, partial vehicle support (limited seats)• 90% tarmac, 10% unsurfaced roads• Undulating with some long ascents and descents• 11 nights hotels, 3 nights lodge, 1 night homestay• All breakfasts, 3 lunches and 4 dinners included• Golden Triangle extension available• Local bike hire included• Optional single supplement from £400


1 Start Amritsar. 0 KM

2 Visit the Golden Temple; transfer to Pragpur. 0 KM

3 Cycle to Kangra through traditional villages and scenic valleys; optional visit to Kangra Fort.

45 KM

4 A long steady uphill climb to McLeod Ganj (2000m); late afternoon sightseeing.

46 KM

5 To Andretta (1100m) via Norblingka Institute on the backroads below the Dhaula Dhar range.

55 KM

6 Ride to Jogindernagar via Baijnath Temple. 35 KM

7 Cycle to the historic temple town of Mandi; explore the town and old temples.

50 KM

8 Cycle to Larji in the lower Kulu Valley. 45 KM

9 A challenging day cycling through traditional remote villages to Shoja (2600m).

27 KM

10 Climb to Jalori Pass (3223m); downhill to Luhri. 58 KM

11 Climb to Narkanda (2700m) for stunning views of the peaks on the Tibetan border.

33 KM

12 Cycle to the famous hill station of Shimla. 62 KM

13 Free day to explore Shimla. 0 KM

14 Take Viceroy's narrow gauge 'Toy Train' to Kalka; connect with onward train to Delhi.

0 KM

15 Free day to explore India's capital. 0 KM

16 End Delhi. 0 KM



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INDIA Cycle Kerala & Tropical India


Trip Code MIK 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Moderate/Challenging

Trip highlights • Striking countryside with tea plantations • Diverse culture, religion and people• Traditional houseboat cruise

At a glance• 14 days land only/15 days flight inclusive• 10 days cycling with partial vehicle support (limited

seats)• 100% tarmac with a few rough sections • 9 nights hotels, 3 nights lodge, 1 night houseboat• All breakfasts, 10 lunches and 4 dinners included• Premium departures available• Local bike hire included• Optional single supplement from £460


1 Start Mysore. 0 KM

2 Ride to Srirangapatnam ruins; afternoon to explore Mysore and the Maharaja Palace.

37 KM

3 Cycle the backroads of Mysore Plateau to Nanjangud; transfer to Bandipur N.P.

42 KM

4 Optional visit to Bandipur; afternoon ride to Mudumalai N.P.

20 KM

5 Optional ascent to Ooty Hill Station, free afternoon to explore the town.

27 KM

6 Western Ghats descent through tea plantations; transfer to Guruvayoor.

86 KM

7 Circular ride on rural roads; visit Guruvayoor Temple for evening Pooja.

62 KM

8 Cycle along coastal roads lined with coconut palms; ferry to Fort Cochin.

40 KM

9 Free day to explore Cochin's bazaars and old harbour.

0 KM

10 Cycle past old Portuguese houses to Vambanad Lake and Alleppey.

60 KM

11 Explore Alleppey; cruise the backwaters on a Keralan houseboat.

7 KM

12 Clifftop ride to laid-back Varkala. 88 KM

13 Free day to relax on the beach and enjoy fresh seafood.

0 KM

14 End Varkala. 0 KM




INDIA Mysore to Goa Ride


Trip Code MIG 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Moderate

Trip highlights • Sample delicious local cuisine• Explore the ruins of Hampi• Relax on the beaches of Goa

At a glance• 13 days land only/14 days flight inclusive• 12 days cycling (including 1 optional ride), with

full vehicle support• 100% tarmac with some rough sections• 11 nights hotels, 1 nights lodge• All breakfasts, 5 lunches and 6 dinners included• Local bike hire included• Optional single supplement from £675


1 Start Mysore; leisurely ride to Srirangapatna, the ruins of Tippu Sultan’s capital.

37 KM

2 Morning ride in the countryside; explore Mysore including the palace.

57 KM

3 Ride from Mysore to Hassan via Shravanabelagola Jain shrine.

61 KM

4 Cycle from Hassan to Belur (Karagada) via the ornate Hoysaleshwara temple.

58 KM

5 Cycle to Chickmangalore, the centre of India's coffee growing region.

62 KM

6 Descend the Western Ghats and cycle to the UNESCO World Heritage site of Hampi.

65 KM

7 Explore Hampi by bike. 27 KM

8 Cycle from Hampi along rural roads to Dandeli. 60 KM

9 Cycle from Dandeli and cross the state border into Goa towards Mollem.

53 KM

10 Ride along rural backroads to Colva Beach, Goa.

73 KM

11 Free morning to relax; optional afternoon ride to explore the coast.

20 KM

12 Ride to Panjim, the capital of Goa. Afternoon free to explore.

49 KM

13 End Panjim. 0 KM




INDIA Southern India Coast to Coast Ride


Trip Code MIT 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Moderate/Challenging

Trip highlights • Cycle through two distinctively different Indian states• Sample regional dishes served on a banana leaf• Cruise on a traditional Keralan houseboat

At a glance• 14 days land only/15 days flight inclusive• 10 days cycling with full vehicle support• 100% tarmac on mostly quiet backroads• 10 nights hotels, 1 night houseboat, 2 nights mansions• All breakfasts, 11 lunches and 8 dinners included• Local bike hire included• Optional single supplement from £640


1 Start Chennai; transfer to Pondicherry via temples of Mahabalipuram.

0 KM

2 Circular ride to Auroville; afternoon free. 48 KM

3 Fabulous rural cycling; afternoon continue riding to Chidambaram.

101 KM

4 Riverside ride to Thanjavur; visit the Royal Palace. 68 KM

5 Ride through Tamil Nadu heartland to Chettinad and its palatial mansions.

102 KM

6 Cycle to the magnificent temple city of Madurai, a highlight of India.

99 KM

7 Free morning in Madurai; ascent through rainforests to Thekkady.

40 KM

8 Free day to explore hill station or visit Periyar N.P. 0 KM

9 Ride through the tea estates with a stop at a tea factory.

70 KM

10 Cycle through spice plantations to Kottayam, the Syrian Christian heartland.

82 KM

11 Free morning to relax by the lake; board houseboat for overnight cruise.

35 KM

12 Coastal ride to Fort Cochin. 57 KM

13 Free day in Fort Cochin. 0 KM

14 End Cochin. 0 KM




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MSN 58


MWU 59


MSP 59


MSM 59

Cape Argus Cycle Tour MSH 60

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ITALY Tuscany Road Cycling


Trip Code MSR 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Tough

Trip highlights • Cycle roads from the beautiful Strade Bianche

road race • Explore the magnificent Tuscan countryside • Discover Siena, Volterra and Florence

At a glance• 8 days land only/flight inclusive• 6 days cycling with partial vehicle support

(limited seats)• 100% tarmac roads, hilly rides with several climbs

each day • 7 nights hotels all en suite• All breakfasts included• Local bike hire not included - details available

on request• Optional single supplement from £240



2 Circular ride through the rolling Tuscan hills; taking in the climbs to Montepulciano and Campiglia d’Orcia.

85 KM

3 Ride to Siena; ending with an ascent up to the Piazza del Campo as seen in the Strade Bianche race.

105 KM

4 Siena café ride; a short loop to Lecci and back. 51 KM

5 Point to point ride from Siena to Castellina in Chianti.

70 KM

6 Ride to the fascinating hilltop town of Volterra and back via San Gimignano.

130 KM

7 Cycle to Florence through the foothills of Monte Castellino.

65 KM




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NEPAL, BHUTAN Cycling in Bhutan


Trip Code MIB 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Challenging

Trip highlights • Challenging cycling through spectacular

Himalayan scenery• Visit the iconic Tiger’s Nest Monastery• Bhutan’s colourful festivals


vehicle support• 75% tarmac, 25% unpaved roads (some in poor

condition)• Spectacular mountainous route with long climbs

and descents• 13 nights standard class hotels all en suite • All breakfasts, 11 lunches and 11 dinners included• Each departure visits a festival• Local bike hire included• Optional single supplement from £545


1 Start Kathmandu. 0 KM

2 Fly to Paro; easy cycle to National Museum (depending on flight times).

5 KM

3 Paro to Haa Valley via the Chelela Pass (3700m). 70 KM

4 A rolling day of cycling from Haa to Thimphu. 76 KM

5 Free day; optional circular ride to the Great Buddha Dordenma.

15 KM

6 Thimphu to Punakha via the Dochu La (3015m). 64 KM

7 Punakha to the Phobjikha Valley across the Lawala Pass (3030m), visiting the Gangtey Monastery en route.

35 KM

8 Phobjikha to Pele La (3392m), then a beautiful and long downhill to Trongsa.

80 KM

9 Trongsa to Bumthang, over the Yotong La (3425m). 65 KM

10 Day in Bumthang; optional festival visit and/or cycle ride depending on the trip departure date.

0 KM

11 Flight to Paro. 0 KM

12 Hike to Tiger's Nest Monastery. 0 KM

13 Fly to Kathmandu. 0 KM

14 End Kathmandu. 0 KM



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SRI LANKA Cycle the Backroads of Sri Lanka


Trip Code MIR 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Moderate/Challenging

Trip highlights • Ride through tea estates, villages and hill country• Ancient Sigiriya fortress and Dambulla cave temple• Search for leopard in Yala National Park


vehicle support• 95% tarmac, 5% unsurfaced road• Routes mostly on quiet backroads with frequent climbs• 11 nights hotels, 2 nights guesthouses, all en suite• All breakfasts and 10 lunches included• Premium departures available• Maldives extension available• Local bike hire included• Optional single supplement from £350


1 Start Sigiriya. 0 KM

2 Ride to Dambulla cave temple; afternoon climb Sigiriya Rock.

52 KM

3 Ride to Polunnaruwa; cycle tour of ruins. 73 KM

4 Ride through foothills of spice growing region. 80 KM

5 Ride to Kandy. 53 KM

6 Free day in Kandy. 0 KM

7 Challenging ride through tea estates to Nuwara Eliya.

84 KM

8 Hill country ride to Ella. 66 KM

9 Descent to Tissamaharama via Buddha statues at Buduruvagela.

102 KM

10 Morning ride to Kataragama Temple; safari at Yala N.P.

32 KM

11 Ride through Bundala N.P. to Hambantota; transfer to Ahangama.

37 KM

12 Free day on beach; optional ride to Koggala. 0 KM

13 Transfer to Colombo via Galle. 0 KM

14 End Colombo. 0 KM




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MSV 58


MSN 58


MWU 59


MSP 59


MSM 59

Cape Argus Cycle Tour MSH 60

Cycling the Cols of Morocco MMD 60

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ITALY Tuscany Road Cycling


Trip Code MSR 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Tough

Trip highlights • Cycle roads from the beautiful Strade Bianche

road race • Explore the magnificent Tuscan countryside • Discover Siena, Volterra and Florence

At a glance• 8 days land only/flight inclusive• 6 days cycling with partial vehicle support

(limited seats)• 100% tarmac roads, hilly rides with several climbs

each day • 7 nights hotels all en suite• All breakfasts included• Local bike hire not included - details available

on request• Optional single supplement from £240



2 Circular ride through the rolling Tuscan hills; taking in the climbs to Montepulciano and Campiglia d’Orcia.

85 KM

3 Ride to Siena; ending with an ascent up to the Piazza del Campo as seen in the Strade Bianche race.

105 KM

4 Siena café ride; a short loop to Lecci and back. 51 KM

5 Point to point ride from Siena to Castellina in Chianti.

70 KM

6 Ride to the fascinating hilltop town of Volterra and back via San Gimignano.

130 KM

7 Cycle to Florence through the foothills of Monte Castellino.

65 KM




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NEPAL, BHUTAN Cycling in Bhutan


Trip Code MIB 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Challenging

Trip highlights • Challenging cycling through spectacular

Himalayan scenery• Visit the iconic Tiger’s Nest Monastery• Bhutan’s colourful festivals


vehicle support• 75% tarmac, 25% unpaved roads (some in poor

condition)• Spectacular mountainous route with long climbs

and descents• 13 nights standard class hotels all en suite • All breakfasts, 11 lunches and 11 dinners included• Each departure visits a festival• Local bike hire included• Optional single supplement from £545


1 Start Kathmandu. 0 KM

2 Fly to Paro; easy cycle to National Museum (depending on flight times).

5 KM

3 Paro to Haa Valley via the Chelela Pass (3700m). 70 KM

4 A rolling day of cycling from Haa to Thimphu. 76 KM

5 Free day; optional circular ride to the Great Buddha Dordenma.

15 KM

6 Thimphu to Punakha via the Dochu La (3015m). 64 KM

7 Punakha to the Phobjikha Valley across the Lawala Pass (3030m), visiting the Gangtey Monastery en route.

35 KM

8 Phobjikha to Pele La (3392m), then a beautiful and long downhill to Trongsa.

80 KM

9 Trongsa to Bumthang, over the Yotong La (3425m). 65 KM

10 Day in Bumthang; optional festival visit and/or cycle ride depending on the trip departure date.

0 KM

11 Flight to Paro. 0 KM

12 Hike to Tiger's Nest Monastery. 0 KM

13 Fly to Kathmandu. 0 KM

14 End Kathmandu. 0 KM



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SRI LANKA Cycle the Backroads of Sri Lanka


Trip Code MIR 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Moderate/Challenging

Trip highlights • Ride through tea estates, villages and hill country• Ancient Sigiriya fortress and Dambulla cave temple• Search for leopard in Yala National Park


vehicle support• 95% tarmac, 5% unsurfaced road• Routes mostly on quiet backroads with frequent climbs• 11 nights hotels, 2 nights guesthouses, all en suite• All breakfasts and 10 lunches included• Premium departures available• Maldives extension available• Local bike hire included• Optional single supplement from £350


1 Start Sigiriya. 0 KM

2 Ride to Dambulla cave temple; afternoon climb Sigiriya Rock.

52 KM

3 Ride to Polunnaruwa; cycle tour of ruins. 73 KM

4 Ride through foothills of spice growing region. 80 KM

5 Ride to Kandy. 53 KM

6 Free day in Kandy. 0 KM

7 Challenging ride through tea estates to Nuwara Eliya.

84 KM

8 Hill country ride to Ella. 66 KM

9 Descent to Tissamaharama via Buddha statues at Buduruvagela.

102 KM

10 Morning ride to Kataragama Temple; safari at Yala N.P.

32 KM

11 Ride through Bundala N.P. to Hambantota; transfer to Ahangama.

37 KM

12 Free day on beach; optional ride to Koggala. 0 KM

13 Transfer to Colombo via Galle. 0 KM

14 End Colombo. 0 KM




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ITALY, FRANCE Alpine Cols of the Tour de France


Trip Code MWU 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Challenging/Tough

Trip highlights • Cycle through the Italian and French Alps• Conquer one of the highest paved roads in Europe • Finish with an ascent of the iconic Alpe d’Huez


seats)• 100% tarmac roads, with high mountain passes• 7 nights hotels all en suite • All breakfasts included• Local bike hire not included - details available on request• Optional single supplement from £280


1 Start Cuneo in the Italian Alps. 0 KM

2 Cycle from Cuneo to Saint Etienne de Tinee across the Col de la Lombarde (2350m).

79 KM

3 Ride to Barcelonnette over the Col de la Bonnette (2860m).

76 KM

4 Climb over the Col de Vars (2108m) en route to Guillestre.

59 KM

5 Ride to Briancon across the Col d'Izoard (2360m).

58 KM

6 Climb the famous Col du Galibier (2645m) before descending to Saint Jean de Maurienne.

75 KM

7 Take on the Col de la Croix de Fer (2067m) and the legendary Alpe d'Huez (1860m); descend to Bourg d'Oisans.

88 KM

8 End Bourg d'Oisans. 0 KM




FRANCE Raid Pyrenean Coast to Coast Ride


Trip Code MSP 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Tough

Trip highlights • Traverse the entire Pyrenean mountain range • Conquer iconic Tour de France climbs• Cycle from the Atlantic Ocean to the

Mediterranean Sea


seats)• 100% tarmac roads, with high mountain passes • 7 nights hotels all en suite • All breakfasts included• Local bike hire not included - details available on request• Optional single supplement from £270


1 Start Hendaye. 0 KM

2 Ride over the Col du St Ignace and the Col d'Osquich (392m) before a long descent into Licharre.

100 KM

3 Cycle through the Basque hills before taking on the Hors category Col d'Aubisque (1709m) and the Col de Soulor followed by a long descent to Arrens-Marsous.

145 KM

4 Ride the mighty Hors category Col du Tourmalet (2115m) followed by the first category Col d'Aspin (1489m); overnight in Cadeac.

95 KM

5 Cycle over the Col de Peyresourde (1569m), Col des Ares (797m) and the Col de Portet d'Aspet (1069m) before stopping in St Girons for the night.

115 KM

6 Ride the Col du Port (1250m) with amazing views over the Ariege Valley; climb the Col de Chioula (1430m) then descend to Ax-les-Thermes.

110 KM

7 Follow the river that flows through the Gorges de l'Aude all the way to the Mediterranean Sea at St Cyprien.

140 KM

8 Free morning in St Cyprien before the trip ends here.

0 KM




FRANCE Cycle the Massif Central


Trip Code MSM 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Challenging/Tough

Trip highlights • France’s undiscovered alternative to the Alps and

Pyrenees• Conqueur the climbs of Puy Mary and Mont Aigoual• Cycle through the dramatic gorges of Tarn and

Dourbie


seats)• 100% tarmac roads, with some mountain passes • 7 nights hotels all en suite • All breakfasts included• Local bike hire not included - details available on

request• Optional single supplement from £270


1 Start Montbrison. 0 KM

2 Ride through the Forez mountain range, crossing the Col du Beal (1390m) en route to the village of Sauxillanges.

102 KM

3 Cycle through Issoire then climb the Gorges de Corgoul to Col de la Chamoune (1155m) and the beautiful Plateau de Cezallier; continue to Allanche.

95 KM

4 A short but challenging stage, climbing the spectacular Col du Pas de Peyrol (Puy Mary-1588m), Col de Perthus and Col de Prat de Bouc; overnight in Murat.

74 KM

5 A beautiful undulating route to La Canourgue, passing the spa town of Chaudes-Aigues.

108 KM

6 Spectacular ride through the magnificent Gorges du Tarn to the pretty town of Florac.

71 KM

7 Cycle into the Cevennes region and climb to the summit on Mont Aigoual (1567m) for panoramic views; continue through the Gorges de la Dourbie to Millau.

113 KM

8 End Millau. 0 KM




FRANCE, ITALY San Remo to Saint-Raphael Ride


Trip Code MSN 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Challenging

Trip highlights • Stunning climbs and iconic mountain passes in

France and Italy • Enjoy delicious food and wine from Italy and France • Spot professional teams and riders who train in the

area


seats)• 100% tarmac roads, a hilly route with mountain passes• 7 nights hotels all en suite • All breakfasts included• Local bike hire not included - details available on request• Optional single supplement from £320


1 Start San Remo; free time to sort out bikes and explore the town.

0 KM

2 Ride the Poggio climb, featured at the end of Milan-San Remo race; cycle back roads to the Italian Riviera, then into France at Menton.

67 KM

3 Ride famous climbs of the French Riviera including the Col de la Madone (925m) to Aspremont.

64 KM

4 Cycle over the Col du Broc and the stunning Col du Vence (942m); overnight Vence.

58 KM

5 Ride through the spectacular Loup Gorges on the way to Grasse.

60 KM

6 Take on climbs from the Paris–Nice race towards Fayence.

50 KM

7 Cycle through the red rock foothills of the Massif de l’Estérel to Saint-Raphael.

65 KM

8 End Saint-Raphael. 0 KM





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FRANCE Mont Ventoux Cycling Weekend


Trip Code MSV 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Challenging/Tough

Trip highlights • A fantastic compact cycling tour around some of

the best roads in France• Climb the Tour de France’s most famous mountain

by the two most iconic routes • Beautiful scenery and Provencal culture


seats)• 100% tarmac roads, hilly route with mountain passes • 3 nights in a charming family-run hotel, all rooms

en suite• All breakfasts included• Local bike hire not included - details available on request• Optional single supplement from £140


1 Start Sault at the foot of Mont Ventoux; set up bikes before a short warm up ride through the Provencal countryside.

38 KM

2 Descend through the Gorges de la Nesque; climb Mont Ventoux (1912m) from Bedoin via the famous Tour de France route; stop for lunch at Chalet Reynard before descending to Sault.

105 KM

3 Cycle through undulating rural scenery to Malaucene; climb Ventoux via a less ridden but equally as spectacular route to the summit.

100 KM

4 Optional self-guided morning ride before the tour ends in Sault.

0 KM




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ITALY, FRANCE Alpine Cols of the Tour de France


Trip Code MWU 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Challenging/Tough

Trip highlights • Cycle through the Italian and French Alps• Conquer one of the highest paved roads in Europe • Finish with an ascent of the iconic Alpe d’Huez


seats)• 100% tarmac roads, with high mountain passes• 7 nights hotels all en suite • All breakfasts included• Local bike hire not included - details available on request• Optional single supplement from £280


1 Start Cuneo in the Italian Alps. 0 KM

2 Cycle from Cuneo to Saint Etienne de Tinee across the Col de la Lombarde (2350m).

79 KM

3 Ride to Barcelonnette over the Col de la Bonnette (2860m).

76 KM

4 Climb over the Col de Vars (2108m) en route to Guillestre.

59 KM

5 Ride to Briancon across the Col d'Izoard (2360m).

58 KM

6 Climb the famous Col du Galibier (2645m) before descending to Saint Jean de Maurienne.

75 KM

7 Take on the Col de la Croix de Fer (2067m) and the legendary Alpe d'Huez (1860m); descend to Bourg d'Oisans.

88 KM

8 End Bourg d'Oisans. 0 KM




FRANCE Raid Pyrenean Coast to Coast Ride


Trip Code MSP 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Tough

Trip highlights • Traverse the entire Pyrenean mountain range • Conquer iconic Tour de France climbs• Cycle from the Atlantic Ocean to the

Mediterranean Sea


seats)• 100% tarmac roads, with high mountain passes • 7 nights hotels all en suite • All breakfasts included• Local bike hire not included - details available on request• Optional single supplement from £270


1 Start Hendaye. 0 KM

2 Ride over the Col du St Ignace and the Col d'Osquich (392m) before a long descent into Licharre.

100 KM

3 Cycle through the Basque hills before taking on the Hors category Col d'Aubisque (1709m) and the Col de Soulor followed by a long descent to Arrens-Marsous.

145 KM

4 Ride the mighty Hors category Col du Tourmalet (2115m) followed by the first category Col d'Aspin (1489m); overnight in Cadeac.

95 KM

5 Cycle over the Col de Peyresourde (1569m), Col des Ares (797m) and the Col de Portet d'Aspet (1069m) before stopping in St Girons for the night.

115 KM

6 Ride the Col du Port (1250m) with amazing views over the Ariege Valley; climb the Col de Chioula (1430m) then descend to Ax-les-Thermes.

110 KM

7 Follow the river that flows through the Gorges de l'Aude all the way to the Mediterranean Sea at St Cyprien.

140 KM

8 Free morning in St Cyprien before the trip ends here.

0 KM




FRANCE Cycle the Massif Central


Trip Code MSM 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Challenging/Tough

Trip highlights • France’s undiscovered alternative to the Alps and

Pyrenees• Conqueur the climbs of Puy Mary and Mont Aigoual• Cycle through the dramatic gorges of Tarn and

Dourbie


seats)• 100% tarmac roads, with some mountain passes • 7 nights hotels all en suite • All breakfasts included• Local bike hire not included - details available on

request• Optional single supplement from £270


1 Start Montbrison. 0 KM

2 Ride through the Forez mountain range, crossing the Col du Beal (1390m) en route to the village of Sauxillanges.

102 KM

3 Cycle through Issoire then climb the Gorges de Corgoul to Col de la Chamoune (1155m) and the beautiful Plateau de Cezallier; continue to Allanche.

95 KM

4 A short but challenging stage, climbing the spectacular Col du Pas de Peyrol (Puy Mary-1588m), Col de Perthus and Col de Prat de Bouc; overnight in Murat.

74 KM

5 A beautiful undulating route to La Canourgue, passing the spa town of Chaudes-Aigues.

108 KM

6 Spectacular ride through the magnificent Gorges du Tarn to the pretty town of Florac.

71 KM

7 Cycle into the Cevennes region and climb to the summit on Mont Aigoual (1567m) for panoramic views; continue through the Gorges de la Dourbie to Millau.

113 KM

8 End Millau. 0 KM




FRANCE, ITALY San Remo to Saint-Raphael Ride


Trip Code MSN 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Challenging

Trip highlights • Stunning climbs and iconic mountain passes in

France and Italy • Enjoy delicious food and wine from Italy and France • Spot professional teams and riders who train in the

area


seats)• 100% tarmac roads, a hilly route with mountain passes• 7 nights hotels all en suite • All breakfasts included• Local bike hire not included - details available on request• Optional single supplement from £320


1 Start San Remo; free time to sort out bikes and explore the town.

0 KM

2 Ride the Poggio climb, featured at the end of Milan-San Remo race; cycle back roads to the Italian Riviera, then into France at Menton.

67 KM

3 Ride famous climbs of the French Riviera including the Col de la Madone (925m) to Aspremont.

64 KM

4 Cycle over the Col du Broc and the stunning Col du Vence (942m); overnight Vence.

58 KM

5 Ride through the spectacular Loup Gorges on the way to Grasse.

60 KM

6 Take on climbs from the Paris–Nice race towards Fayence.

50 KM

7 Cycle through the red rock foothills of the Massif de l’Estérel to Saint-Raphael.

65 KM

8 End Saint-Raphael. 0 KM





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FRANCE Mont Ventoux Cycling Weekend


Trip Code MSV 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Challenging/Tough

Trip highlights • A fantastic compact cycling tour around some of

the best roads in France• Climb the Tour de France’s most famous mountain

by the two most iconic routes • Beautiful scenery and Provencal culture


seats)• 100% tarmac roads, hilly route with mountain passes • 3 nights in a charming family-run hotel, all rooms

en suite• All breakfasts included• Local bike hire not included - details available on request• Optional single supplement from £140


1 Start Sault at the foot of Mont Ventoux; set up bikes before a short warm up ride through the Provencal countryside.

38 KM

2 Descend through the Gorges de la Nesque; climb Mont Ventoux (1912m) from Bedoin via the famous Tour de France route; stop for lunch at Chalet Reynard before descending to Sault.

105 KM

3 Cycle through undulating rural scenery to Malaucene; climb Ventoux via a less ridden but equally as spectacular route to the summit.

100 KM

4 Optional self-guided morning ride before the tour ends in Sault.

0 KM




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60 DROP BARS • South Africa, Morocco

MOROCCO Cycling the Cols of Morocco


Trip Code MMD 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Challenging/Tough

Trip highlights • Ride undiscovered mountain passes • Perfect climate for Spring and Autumn cycling• An exciting change from the Alps or Pyrenees

At a glance• 8 days land only/flight inclusive • 6 days cycling with full vehicle support • 100% tarmac roads with lots of climbing • 7 nights hotels all en suite• All breakfasts, 6 lunches and 5 dinners included • Local bike hire not included - details available on request• Optional single supplement from £100



2 Morning transfer to Tahannaout; cycle a spectacular switchback climb on the edge of the Toubkal N.P. before descending to Talar N'Yaaquob.

84 KM

3 Ride from the hotel over the fantastic Tizi n Test climb (2100m); long descent through the Souss Valley to Tafingoult.

86 KM

4 Short transfer to Irherm; undulating days ride before a long climb and 20km descent into Tafroute.

98 KM

5 Ride from the hotel; 20km climb over Tizi n Mill before an undulating ride and long descent to Ait Baha; transfer to Agadir.

90 KM

6 A hilly ride out of Agadir and through the Paradise Valley before the final climb up to Imouzzer (1000m).

61 KM

7 Descend from the hotel towards the coastal town of Essaouira with plenty of undulations and spectacular views of the ocean before stopping just outside Ida Ou Guelloul.

70 KM

8 Transfer to Marrakech where the trip ends. 0 KM



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SOUTH AFRICA Cape Argus Cycle Tour


Trip Code MSH 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Challenging

Trip highlights • Take part in the world’s largest individually timed

cycle sportive • Explore the vineyards of Stellenbosch and

Franschhoek • Cycle the spectacular Whale Coast between

Hermanus and Gordon’s Bay

At a glance• 9 days land only/11 days flight inclusive • 8 days cycling with full vehicle support• 100% tarmac roads with a few challenging climbs• 8 nights in hotels and guest houses all en suite • All breakfasts, 4 lunches and 2 dinners included• Local bike hire not included - details available on request• Optional single supplement from £285


1 Start Cape Town; transfer to accommodation in Simonstown for a short ride to Cape Point and back.

25 KM

2 Cycle part of the Cape Argus route on the way to Cape Town.

60 KM

3 Explore the world renowned winelands near Franschoek and Worcester by bike.

70 KM

4 Cycle the semi-arid Little and Grand Karoo to Barrydale.

60 KM

5 Ride through the hills and over the spectacular Tradouws Pass to Hermanus.

60 KM

6 Cycle the Whale Route, one of the world's most spectacular roads.

80 KM

7 Optional morning ride; afternoon race registration.

30 KM

8 Race day, ride the Cape Argus Cycle Tour. 109 KM

9 End Cape Town. 0 KM


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OFF ROAD • Finland 61

Off Road

FINLAND Fat Biking in Finland


Trip Code MEF 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Moderate/Challenging

Trip highlights • Cycle through the Finnish Wilderness• Cross snow-laden forests and frozen lakes• Chance to see the Northern Lights

At a glance• 8 days land only/flight inclusive• 6 days guided fat biking with baggage transfers

and emergency vehicle support• Prepared tracks in the Oulanka National Park area• 5 nights wilderness lodge, 2 nights simple lodge• All breakfasts, 6 lunches and 7 dinners included• Local bike hire included• Optional single supplement from £250 (only

available for 5 nights)


1 Start Basecamp Oulanka; transfer to Logging Lodge.

0 KM

2 Wilderness skills session and introduction to fat biking on snow.

5 KM

3 Cycle over frozen rivers and along the Russian border to a remote wilderness lodge.

10 KM

4 Fat bike exploration along the Russian border; climb to a viewpoint for spectacular views over Lake Paanjärvi.

15 KM

5 Ride back to the Logging Lodge through pine forests; stop on route for tea and coffee brewed over an open fire.

13 KM

6 Free day for optional activities like dog sledging and downhill skiing.

0 KM

7 Cycle across frozen lakes and through the Oulanka N.P. to the visitor centre.

25 KM

8 End Kuusamo. 0 KM






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Fat Biking in Finland MEF 61

Atlas Descent MMA 62

Cycle Namibia MZN 62

Cycling in Mongolia MCM 62


60 DROP BARS • South Africa, Morocco

MOROCCO Cycling the Cols of Morocco


Trip Code MMD 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Challenging/Tough

Trip highlights • Ride undiscovered mountain passes • Perfect climate for Spring and Autumn cycling• An exciting change from the Alps or Pyrenees

At a glance• 8 days land only/flight inclusive • 6 days cycling with full vehicle support • 100% tarmac roads with lots of climbing • 7 nights hotels all en suite• All breakfasts, 6 lunches and 5 dinners included • Local bike hire not included - details available on request• Optional single supplement from £100



2 Morning transfer to Tahannaout; cycle a spectacular switchback climb on the edge of the Toubkal N.P. before descending to Talar N'Yaaquob.

84 KM

3 Ride from the hotel over the fantastic Tizi n Test climb (2100m); long descent through the Souss Valley to Tafingoult.

86 KM

4 Short transfer to Irherm; undulating days ride before a long climb and 20km descent into Tafroute.

98 KM

5 Ride from the hotel; 20km climb over Tizi n Mill before an undulating ride and long descent to Ait Baha; transfer to Agadir.

90 KM

6 A hilly ride out of Agadir and through the Paradise Valley before the final climb up to Imouzzer (1000m).

61 KM

7 Descend from the hotel towards the coastal town of Essaouira with plenty of undulations and spectacular views of the ocean before stopping just outside Ida Ou Guelloul.

70 KM

8 Transfer to Marrakech where the trip ends. 0 KM



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SOUTH AFRICA Cape Argus Cycle Tour


Trip Code MSH 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Challenging

Trip highlights • Take part in the world’s largest individually timed

cycle sportive • Explore the vineyards of Stellenbosch and

Franschhoek • Cycle the spectacular Whale Coast between

Hermanus and Gordon’s Bay

At a glance• 9 days land only/11 days flight inclusive • 8 days cycling with full vehicle support• 100% tarmac roads with a few challenging climbs• 8 nights in hotels and guest houses all en suite • All breakfasts, 4 lunches and 2 dinners included• Local bike hire not included - details available on request• Optional single supplement from £285


1 Start Cape Town; transfer to accommodation in Simonstown for a short ride to Cape Point and back.

25 KM

2 Cycle part of the Cape Argus route on the way to Cape Town.

60 KM

3 Explore the world renowned winelands near Franschoek and Worcester by bike.

70 KM

4 Cycle the semi-arid Little and Grand Karoo to Barrydale.

60 KM

5 Ride through the hills and over the spectacular Tradouws Pass to Hermanus.

60 KM

6 Cycle the Whale Route, one of the world's most spectacular roads.

80 KM

7 Optional morning ride; afternoon race registration.

30 KM

8 Race day, ride the Cape Argus Cycle Tour. 109 KM

9 End Cape Town. 0 KM


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OFF ROAD • Finland 61

Off Road

FINLAND Fat Biking in Finland


Trip Code MEF 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Moderate/Challenging

Trip highlights • Cycle through the Finnish Wilderness• Cross snow-laden forests and frozen lakes• Chance to see the Northern Lights

At a glance• 8 days land only/flight inclusive• 6 days guided fat biking with baggage transfers

and emergency vehicle support• Prepared tracks in the Oulanka National Park area• 5 nights wilderness lodge, 2 nights simple lodge• All breakfasts, 6 lunches and 7 dinners included• Local bike hire included• Optional single supplement from £250 (only

available for 5 nights)


1 Start Basecamp Oulanka; transfer to Logging Lodge.

0 KM

2 Wilderness skills session and introduction to fat biking on snow.

5 KM

3 Cycle over frozen rivers and along the Russian border to a remote wilderness lodge.

10 KM

4 Fat bike exploration along the Russian border; climb to a viewpoint for spectacular views over Lake Paanjärvi.

15 KM

5 Ride back to the Logging Lodge through pine forests; stop on route for tea and coffee brewed over an open fire.

13 KM

6 Free day for optional activities like dog sledging and downhill skiing.

0 KM

7 Cycle across frozen lakes and through the Oulanka N.P. to the visitor centre.

25 KM

8 End Kuusamo. 0 KM






TRIP NAME CODE PAGE

Fat Biking in Finland MEF 61

Atlas Descent MMA 62

Cycle Namibia MZN 62

Cycling in Mongolia MCM 62


SELF-GUIDED • France 63

Self-Guided

FRANCE Loire Gastronomic Cycling

Land Only from £1169

Trip Code LHG 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Leisurely

Trip highlights • Visit majestic chateaux such as Cheverny and

Chenonceau• Stay in superb hotels, all with swimming pool• Outstanding food and wine

At a glance• 7 days land only• 5 days cycling with luggage transfers,

85% tarmac roads, 15% cycle paths and tracks• Mainly flat, ideal for first timers• 6 nights hotels all en suite• All breakfasts and 6 gastronomic dinners included• Local bike hire included• Compulsory single supplement, see website for details


1 Start Chissay. 0 KM

2 Cycle along the river to Chateau de Chenonceau; cycle to St Ouen-les-Vignes via Amboise.

28 KM

3 Free day; return to Amboise or cycle along the river to the wine capital of Vouvray.

15 KM

4 Shorter cycle route via Limeray or longer cycle ride to Autreche; routes converge and go to Chaumont; finish in Chitenay.

43 KM

5 Free day to visit the chateau at Cheverny or cycle to Chateau de Chambord.

50 KM

6 Cycle via Fougeres-sur-Bievre along the river to Montrichard; continue to Chateau de Chissay.

31 KM

7 End Chissay. 0 KM

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TRIP NAME CODE PAGE

Cycling in Andalucia: Seville to Cadiz

LRF 66

Mallorca Coast to Coast Ride LSO 67

Bolzano, Verona & Venice Ride

LSX 67

Barolo Gastronomic Cycling LHH 68

Cycling in Tuscany: Pisa to Florence

LRA 68

Puglia: Cycle the Heel of Italy LSI 68


LSU 69

Cycle the Adriatic: Venice to Porec

LSP 69

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Coastal Croatia: Pula to Porec

LHZ 69

Cycling in Romania LRD 70

Danube Cycling Weekend

LRI 70


LSV 70

Cycling the Danube: Vienna to Budapest

LSH 71

Bike & Boat: Passau, Budapest and Vienna

LRG 71


LRH 71

NEW

TRIP NAME CODE PAGE

Loire Gastronomic Cycling LHG 63

Dordogne Gastronomic Cycling

LHD 64

Cycling the Vineyards of Burgundy

LSQ 64

Cycle Provence & the Luberon LSM 64

Cycling in the Douro Valley LRC 65


LRB 65

Cycling on Spain’s Green Coast

LRE 66

Contrasts of Catalunya Cycling

LHC 66


62 OFF ROAD • Morocco, Namibia, Mongolia

MOROCCO Atlas Descent


Trip Code MMA 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Challenging

Trip highlights • Ride remote and rugged mountain biking trails • Immerse yourself in vast mountain scenery • Stay in a traditional Moroccan riad

At a glance• 8 days land only/flight inclusive • 6 days cycling with full vehicle support• 75% off road, 25% paved roads, mountainous

terrain with some climbs • 6000m of exhilarating descents!• 7 nights hotels all en suite • All breakfasts, 6 lunches and 5 dinners included• Local bike hire included • Optional single supplement from £110


1 Start Agadir. 0 KM

2 Transfer to Tafraoute in the heart of the Anti Atlas Mountains. Introductory ride to the painted Blue Rocks.

35 KM

3 Ride through impressive gorges and lush palmeries around Ait Mansour. A rough and rocky day with 35km descent and an optional tarmac climb towards the end.

75 KM

4 Transfer to Tizi n Mill Pass for an exhilarating descent and a great ride back to Tafraout.

55 KM

5 Ride down to the old walled town of Tiznit. Optional visit to silver markets and a traditional Hammam.

45 KM

6 Drive into the High Atlas Mountains; ride through pine forests, mountain villages and the Tiqqi Gorge to Imouzzer.

35 KM

7 The ultimate off road finale, descend through remote villages down to the Atlantic Ocean for a swim; drive to Agadir.

55 KM

8 End Agadir. 0 KM



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NAMIBIA Cycle Namibia


Trip Code MZN 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Moderate

Trip highlights • Cycle through magnificent and diverse landscapes• Safari drives in Etosha National Park• Explore sand dunes on a modified ‘fat’ bike

At a glance• 12 days land only/14 flight inclusive • 8 days cycling (including a half-day fat biking) with

full vehicle support• 80% off road, 20% road• 7 nights full-service camping, 4 nights hotels/lodges• All breakfasts, 3 lunches and 5 dinners included• Free transfer for any flight• Local bike hire included• Optional single supplement from £230


1 Start Windhoek. 0 KM

2 Cycle from Kupferberg Pass to Gamsberg Pass and Rooisand.

45 KM

3 Cycle towards Solitaire; transfer to Sesriem. 35 KM

4 Climb Dune 40 and cycle back to Sesriem; cheetah tracking afternoon.

25 KM

5 Namib Naukluft Desert cycle; transfer to Swakopmund via Walvis Bay.

50 KM

6 Morning fat biking on sand dunes; free afternoon to enjoy a range of optional activities.

35 KM

7 Ride through lunar landscapes at Spitzkoppe; optional afternoon cycle.

35 KM

8 Transfer to Etosha N.P. for safari. 0 KM

9 Search for iconic wildlife on safari in Etosha N.P. 0 KM

10 Cycle from park; optional sunset ride on game farm.

55 KM

11 Cycle through the bush near Otjiwa; Waterberg Plateau walk.

35 KM

12 Transfer to Windhoek airport; trip ends here. 0 KM



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MONGOLIA Cycling in Mongolia


Trip Code MCM 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Moderate/Challenging

Trip highlights • Cycle across the remote steppe• Wild camping under endless skies• Feel like a modern-day nomad

At a glance• 15 days land only/16 days flight inclusive• 11 days cycling (including 2 half-days) with full

vehicle support • 90% dirt tracks, 10% tarmac• 10 nights wild camping, 2 nights hotels, 1 night

traditional Mongolian gers, 1 night sleeper train• All breakfasts, 13 lunches and 14 dinners included• Special Naadam Festival departure (2 days longer) • Local bike hire included• Optional Single Supplement from £160


1 Start Ulaan Baatar; traditional evening Mongolian show.

0 KM

2 Morning sightseeing; overnight train to Erdenet. 0 KM

3 Ride to Tal Tolgoi Well via township of Bugat. 50 KM

4 Cross Tuluugiin Pass; hike craters of extinct Mt. Uran and Mt. Togoo.

70 KM

5 Arhangai steppe ride through undulating country. 60 KM

6 Short climb to cross Kholboogin Pass (1649m) before descending to Khairkhan Lake camp.

50 KM

7 Cycle up Khunjiin River Valley. 60 KM

8 Short climb past the headwaters of the Khunjiin; descend into Tamir River Valley.

55 KM

9 Half-day ride to Tsetserleg; afternoon free. 30 KM

10 Morning ride in foothills of the Khangai Mountains; ger camp with hot springs.

25 KM

11 Cycle across undulating steppe to Mt. Ondor Khairkhan (2312m).

65 KM

12 Ride the Khangai Mountain Range on good jeep tracks; descend to Orkhon River Valley.

55 KM

13 Ride to Karakorum and Erdene Zuu Monastery; overnight in traditional ger camp.

35 KM

14 Drive to Ulaan Baatar, visit sand dunes at Mongol Els; free afternoon.

0 KM

15 End Ulaan Baatar. 0 KM



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SELF-GUIDED • France 63

Self-Guided

FRANCE Loire Gastronomic Cycling


Trip Code LHG 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Leisurely

Trip highlights • Visit majestic chateaux such as Cheverny and

Chenonceau• Stay in superb hotels, all with swimming pool• Outstanding food and wine


85% tarmac roads, 15% cycle paths and tracks• Mainly flat, ideal for first timers• 6 nights hotels all en suite• All breakfasts and 6 gastronomic dinners included• Local bike hire included• Compulsory single supplement, see website for details


1 Start Chissay. 0 KM

2 Cycle along the river to Chateau de Chenonceau; cycle to St Ouen-les-Vignes via Amboise.

28 KM

3 Free day; return to Amboise or cycle along the river to the wine capital of Vouvray.

15 KM

4 Shorter cycle route via Limeray or longer cycle ride to Autreche; routes converge and go to Chaumont; finish in Chitenay.

43 KM

5 Free day to visit the chateau at Cheverny or cycle to Chateau de Chambord.

50 KM

6 Cycle via Fougeres-sur-Bievre along the river to Montrichard; continue to Chateau de Chissay.

31 KM

7 End Chissay. 0 KM

Months of departure


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PREMIUM

TRIP NAME CODE PAGE

Cycling in Andalucia: Seville to Cadiz

LRF 66

Mallorca Coast to Coast Ride LSO 67

Bolzano, Verona & Venice Ride

LSX 67

Barolo Gastronomic Cycling LHH 68

Cycling in Tuscany: Pisa to Florence

LRA 68

Puglia: Cycle the Heel of Italy LSI 68


LSU 69

Cycle the Adriatic: Venice to Porec

LSP 69

TRIP NAME CODE PAGE

Coastal Croatia: Pula to Porec

LHZ 69

Cycling in Romania LRD 70

Danube Cycling Weekend

LRI 70


LSV 70

Cycling the Danube: Vienna to Budapest

LSH 71

Bike & Boat: Passau, Budapest and Vienna

LRG 71


LRH 71

NEW

TRIP NAME CODE PAGE

Loire Gastronomic Cycling LHG 63

Dordogne Gastronomic Cycling

LHD 64

Cycling the Vineyards of Burgundy

LSQ 64

Cycle Provence & the Luberon LSM 64

Cycling in the Douro Valley LRC 65


LRB 65

Cycling on Spain’s Green Coast

LRE 66

Contrasts of Catalunya Cycling

LHC 66


62 OFF ROAD • Morocco, Namibia, Mongolia

MOROCCO Atlas Descent


Trip Code MMA 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Challenging

Trip highlights • Ride remote and rugged mountain biking trails • Immerse yourself in vast mountain scenery • Stay in a traditional Moroccan riad

At a glance• 8 days land only/flight inclusive • 6 days cycling with full vehicle support• 75% off road, 25% paved roads, mountainous

terrain with some climbs • 6000m of exhilarating descents!• 7 nights hotels all en suite • All breakfasts, 6 lunches and 5 dinners included• Local bike hire included • Optional single supplement from £110


1 Start Agadir. 0 KM

2 Transfer to Tafraoute in the heart of the Anti Atlas Mountains. Introductory ride to the painted Blue Rocks.

35 KM

3 Ride through impressive gorges and lush palmeries around Ait Mansour. A rough and rocky day with 35km descent and an optional tarmac climb towards the end.

75 KM

4 Transfer to Tizi n Mill Pass for an exhilarating descent and a great ride back to Tafraout.

55 KM

5 Ride down to the old walled town of Tiznit. Optional visit to silver markets and a traditional Hammam.

45 KM

6 Drive into the High Atlas Mountains; ride through pine forests, mountain villages and the Tiqqi Gorge to Imouzzer.

35 KM

7 The ultimate off road finale, descend through remote villages down to the Atlantic Ocean for a swim; drive to Agadir.

55 KM

8 End Agadir. 0 KM



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NAMIBIA Cycle Namibia


Trip Code MZN 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Moderate

Trip highlights • Cycle through magnificent and diverse landscapes• Safari drives in Etosha National Park• Explore sand dunes on a modified ‘fat’ bike

At a glance• 12 days land only/14 flight inclusive • 8 days cycling (including a half-day fat biking) with

full vehicle support• 80% off road, 20% road• 7 nights full-service camping, 4 nights hotels/lodges• All breakfasts, 3 lunches and 5 dinners included• Free transfer for any flight• Local bike hire included• Optional single supplement from £230


1 Start Windhoek. 0 KM

2 Cycle from Kupferberg Pass to Gamsberg Pass and Rooisand.

45 KM

3 Cycle towards Solitaire; transfer to Sesriem. 35 KM

4 Climb Dune 40 and cycle back to Sesriem; cheetah tracking afternoon.

25 KM

5 Namib Naukluft Desert cycle; transfer to Swakopmund via Walvis Bay.

50 KM

6 Morning fat biking on sand dunes; free afternoon to enjoy a range of optional activities.

35 KM

7 Ride through lunar landscapes at Spitzkoppe; optional afternoon cycle.

35 KM

8 Transfer to Etosha N.P. for safari. 0 KM

9 Search for iconic wildlife on safari in Etosha N.P. 0 KM

10 Cycle from park; optional sunset ride on game farm.

55 KM

11 Cycle through the bush near Otjiwa; Waterberg Plateau walk.

35 KM

12 Transfer to Windhoek airport; trip ends here. 0 KM



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MONGOLIA Cycling in Mongolia


Trip Code MCM 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Moderate/Challenging

Trip highlights • Cycle across the remote steppe• Wild camping under endless skies• Feel like a modern-day nomad

At a glance• 15 days land only/16 days flight inclusive• 11 days cycling (including 2 half-days) with full

vehicle support • 90% dirt tracks, 10% tarmac• 10 nights wild camping, 2 nights hotels, 1 night

traditional Mongolian gers, 1 night sleeper train• All breakfasts, 13 lunches and 14 dinners included• Special Naadam Festival departure (2 days longer) • Local bike hire included• Optional Single Supplement from £160


1 Start Ulaan Baatar; traditional evening Mongolian show.

0 KM

2 Morning sightseeing; overnight train to Erdenet. 0 KM

3 Ride to Tal Tolgoi Well via township of Bugat. 50 KM

4 Cross Tuluugiin Pass; hike craters of extinct Mt. Uran and Mt. Togoo.

70 KM

5 Arhangai steppe ride through undulating country. 60 KM

6 Short climb to cross Kholboogin Pass (1649m) before descending to Khairkhan Lake camp.

50 KM

7 Cycle up Khunjiin River Valley. 60 KM

8 Short climb past the headwaters of the Khunjiin; descend into Tamir River Valley.

55 KM

9 Half-day ride to Tsetserleg; afternoon free. 30 KM

10 Morning ride in foothills of the Khangai Mountains; ger camp with hot springs.

25 KM

11 Cycle across undulating steppe to Mt. Ondor Khairkhan (2312m).

65 KM

12 Ride the Khangai Mountain Range on good jeep tracks; descend to Orkhon River Valley.

55 KM

13 Ride to Karakorum and Erdene Zuu Monastery; overnight in traditional ger camp.

35 KM

14 Drive to Ulaan Baatar, visit sand dunes at Mongol Els; free afternoon.

0 KM

15 End Ulaan Baatar. 0 KM



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SELF-GUIDED • Portugal 6564 SELF-GUIDED • France

PORTUGAL Cycling in Portugal: Mountains to the Sea


Trip Code LRB 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Leisurely/Moderate

Trip highlights • Mountain villages with ancient traditions• Stunning coastal cycling• Discover Porto

At a glance• 8 days land only• 6 days cycling with luggage transfers, 86% paved,

14% unpaved• Mainly flat or downhill with some gentle hills• 7 nights hotels all en suite • All breakfasts and 3 wine tastings included• Local bike hire included• E-bike hire available on request• Compulsory single supplement, see website for details


1 Transfer from Porto to Castro Laboreiro; spend the night in a small hotel in a mountain village.

0 KM

2 Cycle downhill towards Moncao, looking out for deer and wild horses.

46 KM

3 Follow the River Minho towards the medieval town of Caminha; sample some of the local Vinho Verde for which the region is famous.

50 KM

4 Cycle along the coast, with an option to stop to admire the Santa Luzia Church overlooking Viana; pedal inland towards Ponte de Lima.

53 KM

5 Follow in the tracks of the ancient Santiago de Compostela route, cycle through cornfields and vineyards to Barcelos.

33 KM

6 Enjoy an easy ride today back towards the Atlantic Ocean; finish in the seaside town of Vila do Conde, famous for its shipbuilding past.

38 KM

7 Pedal along the coast on quiet cycle paths, approaching the UNESCO World Heritage City of Porto.

34 KM

8 End Porto 0 KM

Months of departure

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FRANCE Dordogne Gastronomic Cycling


Trip Code LHD 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Leisurely/Moderate

Trip highlights • Gastronomic cuisine• Dramatic scenery of river valleys and ancient

woodlands• Excellent hotels with pools

At a glance• 9 days land only• 7 days cycling with luggage transfers, 90%

tarmac, 10% cycle tracks• Gently undulating throughout• 8 nights hotels all en suite• All breakfasts and 8 gastronomic dinners included• Local bike hire included• E-bike hire available on request• Compulsory single supplement, see website for details


1 Start Souillac. 0 KM

2 Ride via Chateau de Fenelon and Grolejac, or via Carlux, to Sarlat.

35 KM

3 Free day; relax in Sarlat or optional ride to Domme or La Roque-Gageac.

35 KM

4 Ride through the rolling countryside of the Perigord Nord, or follow the Dordogne to Beynac; end the day in Les Eyzies.

45 KM

5 Free day; optional ride through the Vezere Gorges or enjoy canoeing or kayaking.

29 KM

6 Cycle to La Roque St Christophe and St Leon; finish in Auriac-du-Perigord.

37 KM

7 Free day exploring Montignac, or ride to the Lascaux II caves.

32 KM

8 Cycle back to Souillac via Salignac and the Manoir d'Eyrignac.

56 KM

9 End Souillac. 0 KM

Months of departure


exodus.co.uk/trip/LHD

FRANCE Cycling the Vineyards of Burgundy


Trip Code LSQ 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Leisurely/Moderate

Trip highlights • Charming Dijon and Beaune• World famous vineyards• Stunning French architecture

At a glance• 8 days land only• 6 days cycling with luggage transfers, 95% quiet

tarmac roads, 5% tracks and towpaths• Undulating route with short distances• 7 nights hotels all en suite • All breakfasts included• Local bike hire included• E-bike hire available on request• Compulsory single supplement, see website for details


1 Start Beaune. 0 KM

2 Free day; explore Beaune or take an optional ride. 36 KM

3 Cycle through some of Burgundy’s most famous vineyards to Nolay.

33 KM

4 Ride through the forested uplands to the hilltop village of Chateauneuf en Auxois.

37 KM

5 Free day; explore Chateauneuf on foot or by bike. 44 KM

6 Cycle along the canal towpath to Dijon; afternoon free to explore.

44 KM

7 Leave medieval Dijon and pedal to Beaune via Nuits St. Georges, the capital of the Cotes de Nuits vineyards.

42 KM

8 End Beaune. 0 KM

Months of departure


exodus.co.uk/trip/LSQ

FRANCE Cycle Provence & the Luberon


Trip Code LSM 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Moderate/Challenging

Trip highlights • Colourful Provencal villages• Climb Mont Ventoux• See the lavender fields in season

At a glance• 8 days land only• 6 days cycling (including 2 optional rides) with

luggage transfers, 100% quiet tarmac roads• Undulating terrain, optional climbs of Mt Ventoux

and Montagne de Lure• 7 nights hotels all en suite • All breakfasts and 3 dinners included• Local bike hire included• E-bike hire available on request• Compulsory single supplement, see website for details


1 Start Cavaillon. 0 KM

2 Follow the Durance River to Cadenet. 41 KM

3 Ride through rolling hills and lavender fields to Forcalquier.

63 KM

4 Free day; explore Forcalquier or enjoy an optional ride to Saint-Etienne-les-Orgues with an additional ascent of Montagne de Lure.

44 KM

5 Ride a gradual climb passing through Saint-Christol and onto Sault.

57 KM

6 Free day; ride a loop through the beautiful Nesque Gorges, or climb the mighty Mont Ventoux at 1912m.

52 KM

7 Cycle south across the Vaucluse Plateau, then west to Cavaillon.

65 KM

8 End Cavaillon. 0 KM

Months of departure



PORTUGAL Cycling in the Douro Valley


Trip Code LRC 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Moderate

Trip highlights • Unique, hand-picked accommodation• Cycle through terraced vineyards• Taste world-class wines


15% unpaved• Undulating terrain with opportunity to increase

distance on some days• 6 nights hotels all en suite • All breakfasts and 2 dinners included• Local bike hire included• E-bike hire available on request• Compulsory single supplement, see website for details


1 Start Porto airport; transfer approx. 3.5 hours to Miranda do Douro, on the Spanish border.

0 KM

2 Cycle through the Douro Nature Reserve to Mogadouro. Look out for birds of prey, such as the Egyptian Vulture or Bonelli's Eagle.

47 KM

3 Follow the gentle path of a former railway track through olive and almond groves to your accommodation in Torre de Moncorvo.

39 KM

4 Cycle alongside the River Douro for the first time, and enjoy the stunning views and magical landscape. Tonight's stay is on a quinta (farming estate).

29 KM

5 Ride though the UNESCO World Heritage listed vineyards of the Douro Valley, before taking a boat to Pinhao; transfer to Sabrosa.

24 KM

6 Enjoy the final cycling day through the back roads of the Douro, finally arriving in Peso da Regua: the International Capital of Wine and Vineyards.

32 KM

7 Transfer back to the airport, or choose to spend extra time in the cosmopolitan city of Porto.

0 KM

Months of departure



PREMIUM

“The scenery was spectacular... pedalling

through some of the most famous vineyards

in the world...”Colin Calder

Exodus offer a whole host of Premium Adventures online. So if you’d like a little luxury on your next trip, find what you’re looking for by visiting

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PORTUGAL Cycling in Portugal: Mountains to the Sea


Trip Code LRB 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Leisurely/Moderate

Trip highlights • Mountain villages with ancient traditions• Stunning coastal cycling• Discover Porto


14% unpaved• Mainly flat or downhill with some gentle hills• 7 nights hotels all en suite • All breakfasts and 3 wine tastings included• Local bike hire included• E-bike hire available on request• Compulsory single supplement, see website for details


1 Transfer from Porto to Castro Laboreiro; spend the night in a small hotel in a mountain village.

0 KM

2 Cycle downhill towards Moncao, looking out for deer and wild horses.

46 KM

3 Follow the River Minho towards the medieval town of Caminha; sample some of the local Vinho Verde for which the region is famous.

50 KM

4 Cycle along the coast, with an option to stop to admire the Santa Luzia Church overlooking Viana; pedal inland towards Ponte de Lima.

53 KM

5 Follow in the tracks of the ancient Santiago de Compostela route, cycle through cornfields and vineyards to Barcelos.

33 KM

6 Enjoy an easy ride today back towards the Atlantic Ocean; finish in the seaside town of Vila do Conde, famous for its shipbuilding past.

38 KM

7 Pedal along the coast on quiet cycle paths, approaching the UNESCO World Heritage City of Porto.

34 KM

8 End Porto 0 KM

Months of departure




FRANCE Dordogne Gastronomic Cycling


Trip Code LHD 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Leisurely/Moderate

Trip highlights • Gastronomic cuisine• Dramatic scenery of river valleys and ancient

woodlands• Excellent hotels with pools


tarmac, 10% cycle tracks• Gently undulating throughout• 8 nights hotels all en suite• All breakfasts and 8 gastronomic dinners included• Local bike hire included• E-bike hire available on request• Compulsory single supplement, see website for details


1 Start Souillac. 0 KM

2 Ride via Chateau de Fenelon and Grolejac, or via Carlux, to Sarlat.

35 KM

3 Free day; relax in Sarlat or optional ride to Domme or La Roque-Gageac.

35 KM

4 Ride through the rolling countryside of the Perigord Nord, or follow the Dordogne to Beynac; end the day in Les Eyzies.

45 KM

5 Free day; optional ride through the Vezere Gorges or enjoy canoeing or kayaking.

29 KM

6 Cycle to La Roque St Christophe and St Leon; finish in Auriac-du-Perigord.

37 KM

7 Free day exploring Montignac, or ride to the Lascaux II caves.

32 KM

8 Cycle back to Souillac via Salignac and the Manoir d'Eyrignac.

56 KM

9 End Souillac. 0 KM

Months of departure


exodus.co.uk/trip/LHD

FRANCE Cycling the Vineyards of Burgundy


Trip Code LSQ 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Leisurely/Moderate

Trip highlights • Charming Dijon and Beaune• World famous vineyards• Stunning French architecture


tarmac roads, 5% tracks and towpaths• Undulating route with short distances• 7 nights hotels all en suite • All breakfasts included• Local bike hire included• E-bike hire available on request• Compulsory single supplement, see website for details


1 Start Beaune. 0 KM

2 Free day; explore Beaune or take an optional ride. 36 KM

3 Cycle through some of Burgundy’s most famous vineyards to Nolay.

33 KM

4 Ride through the forested uplands to the hilltop village of Chateauneuf en Auxois.

37 KM

5 Free day; explore Chateauneuf on foot or by bike. 44 KM

6 Cycle along the canal towpath to Dijon; afternoon free to explore.

44 KM

7 Leave medieval Dijon and pedal to Beaune via Nuits St. Georges, the capital of the Cotes de Nuits vineyards.

42 KM

8 End Beaune. 0 KM

Months of departure


exodus.co.uk/trip/LSQ

FRANCE Cycle Provence & the Luberon


Trip Code LSM 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Moderate/Challenging

Trip highlights • Colourful Provencal villages• Climb Mont Ventoux• See the lavender fields in season

At a glance• 8 days land only• 6 days cycling (including 2 optional rides) with

luggage transfers, 100% quiet tarmac roads• Undulating terrain, optional climbs of Mt Ventoux

and Montagne de Lure• 7 nights hotels all en suite • All breakfasts and 3 dinners included• Local bike hire included• E-bike hire available on request• Compulsory single supplement, see website for details


1 Start Cavaillon. 0 KM

2 Follow the Durance River to Cadenet. 41 KM

3 Ride through rolling hills and lavender fields to Forcalquier.

63 KM

4 Free day; explore Forcalquier or enjoy an optional ride to Saint-Etienne-les-Orgues with an additional ascent of Montagne de Lure.

44 KM

5 Ride a gradual climb passing through Saint-Christol and onto Sault.

57 KM

6 Free day; ride a loop through the beautiful Nesque Gorges, or climb the mighty Mont Ventoux at 1912m.

52 KM

7 Cycle south across the Vaucluse Plateau, then west to Cavaillon.

65 KM

8 End Cavaillon. 0 KM

Months of departure



PORTUGAL Cycling in the Douro Valley


Trip Code LRC 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Moderate

Trip highlights • Unique, hand-picked accommodation• Cycle through terraced vineyards• Taste world-class wines


15% unpaved• Undulating terrain with opportunity to increase

distance on some days• 6 nights hotels all en suite • All breakfasts and 2 dinners included• Local bike hire included• E-bike hire available on request• Compulsory single supplement, see website for details


1 Start Porto airport; transfer approx. 3.5 hours to Miranda do Douro, on the Spanish border.

0 KM

2 Cycle through the Douro Nature Reserve to Mogadouro. Look out for birds of prey, such as the Egyptian Vulture or Bonelli's Eagle.

47 KM

3 Follow the gentle path of a former railway track through olive and almond groves to your accommodation in Torre de Moncorvo.

39 KM

4 Cycle alongside the River Douro for the first time, and enjoy the stunning views and magical landscape. Tonight's stay is on a quinta (farming estate).

29 KM

5 Ride though the UNESCO World Heritage listed vineyards of the Douro Valley, before taking a boat to Pinhao; transfer to Sabrosa.

24 KM

6 Enjoy the final cycling day through the back roads of the Douro, finally arriving in Peso da Regua: the International Capital of Wine and Vineyards.

32 KM

7 Transfer back to the airport, or choose to spend extra time in the cosmopolitan city of Porto.

0 KM

Months of departure



PREMIUM

“The scenery was spectacular... pedalling

through some of the most famous vineyards

in the world...”Colin Calder

Exodus offer a whole host of Premium Adventures online. So if you’d like a little luxury on your next trip, find what you’re looking for by visiting

exodus.co.uk/group-types/premium.

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We always remember we are only ever guests in the places we visit. We travel courteously, and are always working to

improve the positive impact our tourism has across the globe. To find out more about our responsible tourism projects visit exodus.co.uk/responsible-travel

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SPAIN Cycling on Spain’s Green Coast


Trip Code LRE 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Moderate

Trip highlights • Stunning beaches of Northern Spain• Medieval towns and quaint seaside villages• Milder summer weather


5% unpaved• Undulating cycling with some smaller climbs• 7 nights hotels, all en suite• All breakfasts included• Local bike hire included• Possibility to upgrade to half board• E-bike hire available on request• Compulsory single supplement, see website for details


1 Start Santander. 0 KM

2 Cycle from Santander to Santillana del Mar, with an optional visit to the UNESCO Altamira Caves.

52 KM

3 Ride to San Vicente de la Barquera, enjoying a coffee en route at the pretty town of Comillas.

32 KM

4 Pedal alongside sandy beaches entering the region of Asturias; finish in Llanes, a traditional fishing port.

48 KM

5 Pass through a succession of quaint seaside towns today cycling towards Ribadesella.

38 KM

6 Enjoy a day of beautiful scenery and delicious local food ending in Villaviciosa.

45 KM

7 Cycle along small country roads following the coast to Gijon, with its lively food and drinks scene.

45 KM

8 End Gijon. 0 KM

Months of departure


exodus.co.uk/trip/LRE

SPAIN Mallorca Coast to Coast Ride


Trip Code LSO 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Leisurely/Moderate

Trip highlights • Easy cycling • Family-run, boutique hotels• Coastal and inland cycle routes


tarmac, 2% dirt track• Gentle undulating cycling, perfect for first timers• 7 nights hotels all en suite• All breakfasts included• Local bike hire included• E-bike hire available on request• Compulsory single supplement, see website for details


1 Start Campos. 0 KM

2 Cycle to Es Trenc beach, visit the nearby salt production lagoons, and enjoy a rest by the hotel pool.

40 KM

3 Cycle along small country lanes, through almond groves and quaint villages.

47 KM

4 Leisurely cycling to the market town of Sineu, stopping for a coffee en route.

47 KM

5 Cycle towards the Tramuntana mountain range to spend two nights in a lovely rural hotel in the foothills.

48 KM

6 Explore one of the most beautiful settings on the island as you cycle in the foothills of the Tramuntana mountain range.

36 KM

7 Visit the old historic town of Alcudia and then cycle to your centrally located hotel in the medieval town of Pollenca.

41 KM

8 End Pollenca. 0 KM

Months of departure



SPAIN Contrasts of Catalunya Cycling


Trip Code LHC 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Leisurely

Trip highlights • Beautiful countryside• Stunning sandy beaches • Luxury 14th Century hotel


tarmac, 30% dirt tracks and coastal paths• Gentle terrain throughout• 6 nights hotels all en suite• All breakfasts and 4 dinners included• Local bike hire included• Compulsory single supplement, see website for details


1 Start Calella de Palafrugell. 0 KM

2 Ride to Pals; continue to Palau Sator and Fontanilles; loop back to Platja de Pals.

33 KM

3 Free day to relax on the beach, or optional ride to Begur.

20 KM

4 Ride to medieval Torroella de Montgrí; ride to Castell d'Empordà at La Bisbal.

34 KM

5 Free day to laze by the pool or enjoy an optional ride to Corça and Monells.

25 KM

6 Ride to village of Ullastret; continue to Palafrugell, return to Calella de Palafrugell.

32 KM

7 End Calella de Palafrugell. 0 KM

Months of departure


exodus.co.uk/trip/LHC

SPAIN Cycling in Andalucia: Seville to Cadiz


Trip Code LRF 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Moderate

Trip highlights • Stay in traditional Parador hotels and an Andalucian

hacienda• Tapas and flamenco in the streets of Jerez• Spectacular sandy beaches of Cadiz


18% unpaved• Undulating cycling • 6 nights hotels all en suite, 4 with pools (seasonal)• All breakfasts included• Local bike hire included• Possibility to upgrade to half board• E-bike hire available on request• Compulsory single supplement, see website for details


1 Start Seville. 0 KM

2 Using the network of cycle tracks head south-east to reach the historic walled town of Carmona.

50 KM

3 Enjoy a flat day of cycling through small traditional towns towards Montellano.

69 KM

4 Pedal along quiet country roads and the 'Via Verde' cycle lane with the mountains of Grazalema as your backdrop.

61 KM

5 Follow the river Guadalete through Mediterranean woodland and agricultural land, on undulating terrain.

56 KM

6 Reach the sea today and the ancient city of Cadiz, thought to be the oldest city in Western Europe.

65 KM

7 End Cadiz. 0 KM

Months of departure


exodus.co.uk/trip/LRF

PREMIUM PREMIUM

ITALY Bolzano, Verona & Venice Ride


Trip Code LSX 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Moderate

Trip highlights • Spectacular scenery• Delicious cuisine and wine• Verona, Vicenza and Venice


5% gravel tracks• Mainly quiet roads and cycle paths• 7 nights hotels all en suite • All breakfasts included• Local bike hire included• E-bike hire available on request• Compulsory single supplement, see website for details


1 Start Bolzano. 0 KM

2 Cycle on quiet roads following the Adige River to Trento, capital of the Trentino region.

70 KM

3 Continue riding along the river to the magnificent Lake Garda. A four hour ferry cruise takes you to the south shore of the lake.

50 KM

4 Leaving the shores of Lake Garda, head to the beautiful city of Verona, made famous by Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet.

60 KM

5 Pedal on quiet roads and cycle paths as you make your way to the legendary city of Vicenza, arguably the most beautiful city in Veneto.

75 KM

6 Pass the wonderful Palladian Villa Rotonda, as you cycle to Padua where Giotto's Chapel and other marvels await.

50 KM

7 Cycling out of Padua the route continues towards the Adriatic Sea and city of Venice. Your hotel is located in Mestre, a short bus ride from the fascinating and iconic city.

40 KM

8 End Mestre. 0 KM

Months of departure


exodus.co.uk/trip/LSX

© Robert Aarts

“Loved this cycling trip - wonderful routes... and excellent food at each location!”

Alice Bzowska

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We always remember we are only ever guests in the places we visit. We travel courteously, and are always working to

improve the positive impact our tourism has across the globe. To find out more about our responsible tourism projects visit exodus.co.uk/responsible-travel

MOREinfoONLINE

SPAIN Cycling on Spain’s Green Coast


Trip Code LRE 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Moderate

Trip highlights • Stunning beaches of Northern Spain• Medieval towns and quaint seaside villages• Milder summer weather


5% unpaved• Undulating cycling with some smaller climbs• 7 nights hotels, all en suite• All breakfasts included• Local bike hire included• Possibility to upgrade to half board• E-bike hire available on request• Compulsory single supplement, see website for details


1 Start Santander. 0 KM

2 Cycle from Santander to Santillana del Mar, with an optional visit to the UNESCO Altamira Caves.

52 KM

3 Ride to San Vicente de la Barquera, enjoying a coffee en route at the pretty town of Comillas.

32 KM

4 Pedal alongside sandy beaches entering the region of Asturias; finish in Llanes, a traditional fishing port.

48 KM

5 Pass through a succession of quaint seaside towns today cycling towards Ribadesella.

38 KM

6 Enjoy a day of beautiful scenery and delicious local food ending in Villaviciosa.

45 KM

7 Cycle along small country roads following the coast to Gijon, with its lively food and drinks scene.

45 KM

8 End Gijon. 0 KM

Months of departure


exodus.co.uk/trip/LRE

SPAIN Mallorca Coast to Coast Ride


Trip Code LSO 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Leisurely/Moderate

Trip highlights • Easy cycling • Family-run, boutique hotels• Coastal and inland cycle routes


tarmac, 2% dirt track• Gentle undulating cycling, perfect for first timers• 7 nights hotels all en suite• All breakfasts included• Local bike hire included• E-bike hire available on request• Compulsory single supplement, see website for details


1 Start Campos. 0 KM

2 Cycle to Es Trenc beach, visit the nearby salt production lagoons, and enjoy a rest by the hotel pool.

40 KM

3 Cycle along small country lanes, through almond groves and quaint villages.

47 KM

4 Leisurely cycling to the market town of Sineu, stopping for a coffee en route.

47 KM

5 Cycle towards the Tramuntana mountain range to spend two nights in a lovely rural hotel in the foothills.

48 KM

6 Explore one of the most beautiful settings on the island as you cycle in the foothills of the Tramuntana mountain range.

36 KM

7 Visit the old historic town of Alcudia and then cycle to your centrally located hotel in the medieval town of Pollenca.

41 KM

8 End Pollenca. 0 KM

Months of departure



SPAIN Contrasts of Catalunya Cycling


Trip Code LHC 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Leisurely

Trip highlights • Beautiful countryside• Stunning sandy beaches • Luxury 14th Century hotel


tarmac, 30% dirt tracks and coastal paths• Gentle terrain throughout• 6 nights hotels all en suite• All breakfasts and 4 dinners included• Local bike hire included• Compulsory single supplement, see website for details


1 Start Calella de Palafrugell. 0 KM

2 Ride to Pals; continue to Palau Sator and Fontanilles; loop back to Platja de Pals.

33 KM

3 Free day to relax on the beach, or optional ride to Begur.

20 KM

4 Ride to medieval Torroella de Montgrí; ride to Castell d'Empordà at La Bisbal.

34 KM

5 Free day to laze by the pool or enjoy an optional ride to Corça and Monells.

25 KM

6 Ride to village of Ullastret; continue to Palafrugell, return to Calella de Palafrugell.

32 KM

7 End Calella de Palafrugell. 0 KM

Months of departure


exodus.co.uk/trip/LHC

SPAIN Cycling in Andalucia: Seville to Cadiz


Trip Code LRF 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Moderate

Trip highlights • Stay in traditional Parador hotels and an Andalucian

hacienda• Tapas and flamenco in the streets of Jerez• Spectacular sandy beaches of Cadiz


18% unpaved• Undulating cycling • 6 nights hotels all en suite, 4 with pools (seasonal)• All breakfasts included• Local bike hire included• Possibility to upgrade to half board• E-bike hire available on request• Compulsory single supplement, see website for details


1 Start Seville. 0 KM

2 Using the network of cycle tracks head south-east to reach the historic walled town of Carmona.

50 KM

3 Enjoy a flat day of cycling through small traditional towns towards Montellano.

69 KM

4 Pedal along quiet country roads and the 'Via Verde' cycle lane with the mountains of Grazalema as your backdrop.

61 KM

5 Follow the river Guadalete through Mediterranean woodland and agricultural land, on undulating terrain.

56 KM

6 Reach the sea today and the ancient city of Cadiz, thought to be the oldest city in Western Europe.

65 KM

7 End Cadiz. 0 KM

Months of departure


exodus.co.uk/trip/LRF

PREMIUM PREMIUM

ITALY Bolzano, Verona & Venice Ride


Trip Code LSX 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Moderate

Trip highlights • Spectacular scenery• Delicious cuisine and wine• Verona, Vicenza and Venice


5% gravel tracks• Mainly quiet roads and cycle paths• 7 nights hotels all en suite • All breakfasts included• Local bike hire included• E-bike hire available on request• Compulsory single supplement, see website for details


1 Start Bolzano. 0 KM

2 Cycle on quiet roads following the Adige River to Trento, capital of the Trentino region.

70 KM

3 Continue riding along the river to the magnificent Lake Garda. A four hour ferry cruise takes you to the south shore of the lake.

50 KM

4 Leaving the shores of Lake Garda, head to the beautiful city of Verona, made famous by Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet.

60 KM

5 Pedal on quiet roads and cycle paths as you make your way to the legendary city of Vicenza, arguably the most beautiful city in Veneto.

75 KM

6 Pass the wonderful Palladian Villa Rotonda, as you cycle to Padua where Giotto's Chapel and other marvels await.

50 KM

7 Cycling out of Padua the route continues towards the Adriatic Sea and city of Venice. Your hotel is located in Mestre, a short bus ride from the fascinating and iconic city.

40 KM

8 End Mestre. 0 KM

Months of departure


exodus.co.uk/trip/LSX

© Robert Aarts

“Loved this cycling trip - wonderful routes... and excellent food at each location!”

Alice Bzowska

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ITALY Cycling in Tuscany: Pisa to Florence


Trip Code LRA 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Leisurely/Moderate

Trip highlights • Full day in Florence• Leonardo Da Vinci’s birthplace• Stunning Tuscan landscapes

At a glance• 8 days land only• 5 days cycling (including 1 optional ride) with

luggage transfers, 88% tarmac, 12% unpaved• Gentle cycling terrain• 7 nights hotels all en suite• All breakfasts included• Local bike hire included• E-bike hire available on request• Compulsory single supplement, see website for details


1 Start Pisa. Free time to explore this beautiful city and visit the iconic leaning tower.

0 KM

2 Cycling along the River Serchio, pedal towards the well-preserved Renaissance town of Lucca. Optional ride towards Massaciuccoli Lake.

30 KM

3 Panoramic cycling through the small village of Collodi, optional visit to the famous Pinocchio's Park. Spend the night in Montecatini Terme.

45 KM

4 Free day; relax in one of the most famous thermal cities in Europe, or take a 60km circular ride to Vinci, Leonardo da Vinci's birthplace.

0 KM

5 Take a short train transfer to the pretty town of Pistoia, then head back in the saddle to reach Florence. Alternatively ride all the way from Montecatini.

50 KM

6 Free day in Florence. Meander down enchanting streets, marvel at the cathedral or climb the hill to the church of San Miniato al Monte for a spectacular view.

0 KM

7 Take a short train transfer to Empoli and cycle along the River Arno to return to Pisa.

65 KM

8 End Pisa. 0 KM

Months of departure


exodus.co.uk/trip/LRA

ITALY Cycling in Sardinia: Beaches & Wetlands


Trip Code LSU 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Leisurely/Moderate

Trip highlights • Spectacular countryside and coastline• Two-centre trip with unique Sardinian hospitality• Perfect for bird-spotters

At a glance• 8 days land only • 6 days cycling; with luggage transfers between hotels• 100% paved roads• Undulating terrain• 7 nights accommodation• All breakfasts, packed lunches and dinners with

wine included• Local bike hire included• Compulsory single supplement, see website for details


1 Start Tresnuraghes. 0 KM

2 Enjoy a short cycling loop with panoramic views of the valley and coast before returning to your hotel for an excellent dinner.

33 KM

3 Ride along the coast and through vineyards; afternoon optional wine tasting and snacks in Bosa.

29 KM

4 Cycle through typical Sardinian countryside and visit the church in Sagama.

52 KM

5 Ride alongside spectacular coastline before reaching your second hotel in Cabras.

51 KM

6 Cycle a route to the fascinating quartz beaches of Is Arutas and Mari Ermi.

37 KM

7 Pedal around the Cabras marsh, home to thousands of birds including the migratory Glossy Ibis.

31 KM

8 End Cabras. 0 KM

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ITALY, SLOVENIA, CROATIA Cycle the Adriatic: Venice to Porec


Trip Code LSP 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Moderate

Trip highlights • Cycle through three countries• Visit Venice• Pedal along the Istrian Peninsula


8% unpaved• Gentle undulations throughout• 7 nights hotels all en suite • All breakfasts included• Local bike hire included• E-bike hire available on request• Compulsory single supplement, see website for details


1 Start Mestre, the mainland of Venice. 0 KM

2 Leave Venice by bike and vaporetto towards the city of Caorle or Jesolo; chance to swim in the sea en route.

65 KM

3 Leave the coast and pedal north towards an area known for its lagoons to reach the beautiful little town of Portogruaro.

65 KM

4 Continue to Palmanova and the ancient city of Aquileia. Lunch by the sea at Marano Lagunare is highly recommended.

70 KM

5 Option of a beautiful ride to the lagoon port of Grad, then a more hilly coastal ride through Duino, Sistiana and Miramare; arrive at Trieste.

70 KM

6 Time to explore impressive Trieste, then cross into Slovenia; pass through Koper and Piran before reaching the spa town of Portoroz.

45 KM

7 Cycle past the salt mines of Secovljie, then enter Croatia and tackle a few hills, passing the ancient port of Novigrad on the Istrian Coast before reaching Porec.

55 KM

8 End Porec; optional ferry back to Venice. 0 KM

Months of departure


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ITALY Puglia: Cycle the Heel of Italy


Trip Code LSI 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Leisurely/Moderate

Trip highlights • Fantastic coastal rides• Traditional architecture• Fine food and wine


asphalt, 1% unpaved• Gentle undulations throughout• 7 nights hotels all en suite • All breakfasts included• Local bike hire included• E-bike hire available on request• Compulsory single supplement, see website for details



2 Ride through the historic ‘Sassi’ houses of Matera before heading to the town of Alberobello.

70 KM

3 Cycle through the lush Valle d'Itria, past the picturesque fairytale Trulli houses to hilltop-town of Ostuni.

45 KM

4 Train to Lecce; cycle through the countryside to Gallipoli on the Ionian Coast with its old town situated on a rocky island.

50 KM

5 Reach the most southerly point of Salento at Santa Maria di Leuca.

50 KM

6 Follow the south coast of the Adriatic Sea to the ancient town of Otranto.

50 KM

7 Continue along the shoreline through innumerable olive groves to the Baroque city of Lecce.

55 KM

8 End Lecce. 0 KM

Months of departure



CROATIA Coastal Croatia: Pula to Porec


Trip Code LHZ 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Leisurely/Moderate

Trip highlights • Explore the Istrian Peninsula• Discover Roman architecture • Superb scenery and cuisine


tarmac roads, 40% coastal tracks• Gentle cycling perfect for occasional cyclists• 7 nights hotels all en suite• All breakfasts and 1 brunch included• Local bike hire included• Compulsory single supplement, see website for details


1 Start Fazana. 0 KM

2 Circular warm up ride to Pula; visit the beautifully preserved Roman amphitheatre.

20 KM

3 Cycle inland to Vodnjan village brimming with architectural treats; return to Fazana.

33 KM

4 Picturesque rural riding to Bale; time for lunch in the old town; then on to Rovinj.

38 KM

5 Free day to explore Rovinj, swim in the sea or enjoy a short optional ride.

12 KM

6 Pedal inland to Lim Fjord with panoramic view point; coastal ride back to Porec.

42 KM

7 Visit the UNESCO listed Basilica of Euphrasius; coastal loop back to Porec.

30 KM

8 End Porec. 0 KM

Months of departure


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PREMIUMITALY Barolo Gastronomic Cycling


Trip Code LHH 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Leisurely/Moderate

Trip highlights • Discover the scenic UNESCO vineyards of

Piedmont• Relax at luxury hotels with pools• Dine in a fantastic Michelin-starred restaurant

At a glance• 9 days land only • 4 days cycling with luggage transfers, 95%

tarmac, 5% gravel• 8 nights hotels all rooms en suite• All breakfasts and 8 gastronomic dinners included• Local bike hire included• E-bike hire available on request• Compulsory single supplement, see website for details


1 Start Benevello. 0 KM

2 Gentle ride through the breathtaking Langhe countryside to Neive.

35 KM

3 A day to relax in Neive, walk to the nearby town of Barbaresco or vist the spumante capital of Asti.

0 KM

4 Cycle through the vineyards to Castagnole Lanze; continue to Grinzane Cavour.

42 KM

5 Explore Grinzane Cavour, visit nearby gastronomic town of Bra, or cycle to La Morra.

0 KM

6 Cycle through sunflower fields to Barolo; continue through the countryside to Monforte d'Alba.

34 KM

7 Explore Monforte d'Alba or relax at the hotel's swimming pool.

0 KM

8 Cycle along the Rea Valley; continue to Serravalle Langhe, then on to Benevello.

35 KM

9 End Benevello. 0 KM

Months of departure


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PREMIUM

“Splendid place for gastronomes!”

James Barlow

All of our self-guided cycling holidays come with detailed Route Notes before you travel. This means you’ll have all the information you need

for your holiday. We add in hot spots and areas of interest, as well as little cafés and local restaurants to try. So all you need to focus on is savouring your time away!

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ITALY Cycling in Tuscany: Pisa to Florence


Trip Code LRA 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Leisurely/Moderate

Trip highlights • Full day in Florence• Leonardo Da Vinci’s birthplace• Stunning Tuscan landscapes

At a glance• 8 days land only• 5 days cycling (including 1 optional ride) with

luggage transfers, 88% tarmac, 12% unpaved• Gentle cycling terrain• 7 nights hotels all en suite• All breakfasts included• Local bike hire included• E-bike hire available on request• Compulsory single supplement, see website for details


1 Start Pisa. Free time to explore this beautiful city and visit the iconic leaning tower.

0 KM

2 Cycling along the River Serchio, pedal towards the well-preserved Renaissance town of Lucca. Optional ride towards Massaciuccoli Lake.

30 KM

3 Panoramic cycling through the small village of Collodi, optional visit to the famous Pinocchio's Park. Spend the night in Montecatini Terme.

45 KM

4 Free day; relax in one of the most famous thermal cities in Europe, or take a 60km circular ride to Vinci, Leonardo da Vinci's birthplace.

0 KM

5 Take a short train transfer to the pretty town of Pistoia, then head back in the saddle to reach Florence. Alternatively ride all the way from Montecatini.

50 KM

6 Free day in Florence. Meander down enchanting streets, marvel at the cathedral or climb the hill to the church of San Miniato al Monte for a spectacular view.

0 KM

7 Take a short train transfer to Empoli and cycle along the River Arno to return to Pisa.

65 KM

8 End Pisa. 0 KM

Months of departure


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ITALY Cycling in Sardinia: Beaches & Wetlands


Trip Code LSU 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Leisurely/Moderate

Trip highlights • Spectacular countryside and coastline• Two-centre trip with unique Sardinian hospitality• Perfect for bird-spotters

At a glance• 8 days land only • 6 days cycling; with luggage transfers between hotels• 100% paved roads• Undulating terrain• 7 nights accommodation• All breakfasts, packed lunches and dinners with

wine included• Local bike hire included• Compulsory single supplement, see website for details


1 Start Tresnuraghes. 0 KM

2 Enjoy a short cycling loop with panoramic views of the valley and coast before returning to your hotel for an excellent dinner.

33 KM

3 Ride along the coast and through vineyards; afternoon optional wine tasting and snacks in Bosa.

29 KM

4 Cycle through typical Sardinian countryside and visit the church in Sagama.

52 KM

5 Ride alongside spectacular coastline before reaching your second hotel in Cabras.

51 KM

6 Cycle a route to the fascinating quartz beaches of Is Arutas and Mari Ermi.

37 KM

7 Pedal around the Cabras marsh, home to thousands of birds including the migratory Glossy Ibis.

31 KM

8 End Cabras. 0 KM

Months of departure



ITALY, SLOVENIA, CROATIA Cycle the Adriatic: Venice to Porec


Trip Code LSP 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Moderate

Trip highlights • Cycle through three countries• Visit Venice• Pedal along the Istrian Peninsula


8% unpaved• Gentle undulations throughout• 7 nights hotels all en suite • All breakfasts included• Local bike hire included• E-bike hire available on request• Compulsory single supplement, see website for details


1 Start Mestre, the mainland of Venice. 0 KM

2 Leave Venice by bike and vaporetto towards the city of Caorle or Jesolo; chance to swim in the sea en route.

65 KM

3 Leave the coast and pedal north towards an area known for its lagoons to reach the beautiful little town of Portogruaro.

65 KM

4 Continue to Palmanova and the ancient city of Aquileia. Lunch by the sea at Marano Lagunare is highly recommended.

70 KM

5 Option of a beautiful ride to the lagoon port of Grad, then a more hilly coastal ride through Duino, Sistiana and Miramare; arrive at Trieste.

70 KM

6 Time to explore impressive Trieste, then cross into Slovenia; pass through Koper and Piran before reaching the spa town of Portoroz.

45 KM

7 Cycle past the salt mines of Secovljie, then enter Croatia and tackle a few hills, passing the ancient port of Novigrad on the Istrian Coast before reaching Porec.

55 KM

8 End Porec; optional ferry back to Venice. 0 KM

Months of departure


exodus.co.uk/trip/LSP

ITALY Puglia: Cycle the Heel of Italy


Trip Code LSI 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Leisurely/Moderate

Trip highlights • Fantastic coastal rides• Traditional architecture• Fine food and wine


asphalt, 1% unpaved• Gentle undulations throughout• 7 nights hotels all en suite • All breakfasts included• Local bike hire included• E-bike hire available on request• Compulsory single supplement, see website for details



2 Ride through the historic ‘Sassi’ houses of Matera before heading to the town of Alberobello.

70 KM

3 Cycle through the lush Valle d'Itria, past the picturesque fairytale Trulli houses to hilltop-town of Ostuni.

45 KM

4 Train to Lecce; cycle through the countryside to Gallipoli on the Ionian Coast with its old town situated on a rocky island.

50 KM

5 Reach the most southerly point of Salento at Santa Maria di Leuca.

50 KM

6 Follow the south coast of the Adriatic Sea to the ancient town of Otranto.

50 KM

7 Continue along the shoreline through innumerable olive groves to the Baroque city of Lecce.

55 KM

8 End Lecce. 0 KM

Months of departure



CROATIA Coastal Croatia: Pula to Porec


Trip Code LHZ 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Leisurely/Moderate

Trip highlights • Explore the Istrian Peninsula• Discover Roman architecture • Superb scenery and cuisine


tarmac roads, 40% coastal tracks• Gentle cycling perfect for occasional cyclists• 7 nights hotels all en suite• All breakfasts and 1 brunch included• Local bike hire included• Compulsory single supplement, see website for details


1 Start Fazana. 0 KM

2 Circular warm up ride to Pula; visit the beautifully preserved Roman amphitheatre.

20 KM

3 Cycle inland to Vodnjan village brimming with architectural treats; return to Fazana.

33 KM

4 Picturesque rural riding to Bale; time for lunch in the old town; then on to Rovinj.

38 KM

5 Free day to explore Rovinj, swim in the sea or enjoy a short optional ride.

12 KM

6 Pedal inland to Lim Fjord with panoramic view point; coastal ride back to Porec.

42 KM

7 Visit the UNESCO listed Basilica of Euphrasius; coastal loop back to Porec.

30 KM

8 End Porec. 0 KM

Months of departure


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PREMIUMITALY Barolo Gastronomic Cycling


Trip Code LHH 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Leisurely/Moderate

Trip highlights • Discover the scenic UNESCO vineyards of

Piedmont• Relax at luxury hotels with pools• Dine in a fantastic Michelin-starred restaurant

At a glance• 9 days land only • 4 days cycling with luggage transfers, 95%

tarmac, 5% gravel• 8 nights hotels all rooms en suite• All breakfasts and 8 gastronomic dinners included• Local bike hire included• E-bike hire available on request• Compulsory single supplement, see website for details


1 Start Benevello. 0 KM

2 Gentle ride through the breathtaking Langhe countryside to Neive.

35 KM

3 A day to relax in Neive, walk to the nearby town of Barbaresco or vist the spumante capital of Asti.

0 KM

4 Cycle through the vineyards to Castagnole Lanze; continue to Grinzane Cavour.

42 KM

5 Explore Grinzane Cavour, visit nearby gastronomic town of Bra, or cycle to La Morra.

0 KM

6 Cycle through sunflower fields to Barolo; continue through the countryside to Monforte d'Alba.

34 KM

7 Explore Monforte d'Alba or relax at the hotel's swimming pool.

0 KM

8 Cycle along the Rea Valley; continue to Serravalle Langhe, then on to Benevello.

35 KM

9 End Benevello. 0 KM

Months of departure


exodus.co.uk/trip/LHH

PREMIUM

“Splendid place for gastronomes!”

James Barlow

All of our self-guided cycling holidays come with detailed Route Notes before you travel. This means you’ll have all the information you need

for your holiday. We add in hot spots and areas of interest, as well as little cafés and local restaurants to try. So all you need to focus on is savouring your time away!

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ROMANIA Cycling in Romania


Trip Code LRD 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Moderate

Trip highlights • Discover Transylvania’s heritage by bike• Rural villages and rich natural landscapes• Pedal along the foot of the Fagaras and

Carpathian mountains

At a glance• 9 days land only• 7 days cycling with luggage transfers• 80% paved, 20% unpaved• Scenic route, some climbs to be expected each day• 8 nights guesthouses, 3 nights with shared facilities• All breakfasts, 7 picnic lunches and 7 dinners included• Local bike hire included• Compulsory single supplement, see website for details


1 Arrive Bucharest; train to Brasov followed by a short transfer to Bran and visit to the nearby castle.

0 KM

2 Pedal towards the north; crossing several villages and the foot of a national park. Reach Ohaba and visit the oldest flour mill in the country.

49 KM

3 Cycle along the foot of the Fagaras mountains to reach Sambata de Sus with its impressive 17th Century monastery. Spend the night in Carta.

60 KM

4 Pedal towards Biertan before enjoying a visit to the UNESCO World Heritage site and fortified church.

64 KM

5 Spend time at the UNESCO World Heritage town of Sighisoara and visit the birthplace of the father of Vlad the Impaler.

37 KM

6 Cycle through the Transylvanian hills, past the shepherds watching over their sheep. Visit the fortified church of Apold and spend the night in Soars.

47 KM

7 Enjoy one of the highlights of the trip: Viscri's fortified church, which was restored with the help of the Prince Charles foundation.

32 KM

8 From Viscri, pedal towards Homorod, passing the Rupea Fortress; one of the oldest archaeological remains in Romania.

53 KM

9 End Vad. Private transfer to Brasov and train to Bucharest.

0 KM

Months of departure


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AUSTRIA, SLOVAKIA, HUNGARY Cycling the Danube: Vienna to Budapest


Trip Code LSH 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Leisurely/Moderate

Trip highlights • Meander along the Danube• Three countries in one week• Vienna, Bratislava and Budapest

At a glance• 8 days land only• 6 days cycling with luggage transfers, 80% cycle

path, 20% road• Mainly quiet roads and cycle paths, but some

busier points when entering/leaving the cities.• 7 nights hotels all en suite • All breakfasts included• Local bike hire included• E-bike hire available on request• Compulsory single supplement, see website for details


1 Start Vienna. 0 KM

2 Cycle to the Roman remains at Petronell-Carnuntum; stay in Bratislava

68 KM

3 Cross the Hungarian border; cycle through charming villages to Mosonmagyarovar.

44 KM

4 Cycle to Hedervar castle; onwards to the pretty town of Gyor.

41 KM

5 Cycle towards Komarom; option to stop at the National Stud farm in Babolna.

55 KM

6 Follow the riverbanks along the flat Danube valley, towards Esztergom (known as 'Hungarian Rome'), then take a riverboat to Visegrad.

57 KM

7 Ride round the Danube Bend to Szentendre; bike or boat to Budapest.

56 KM


Months of departure


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AUSTRIA Danube Cycling Weekend


Trip Code LRI 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Leisurely/Moderate

Trip highlights • Quiet cycling paths• Picturesque towns• Beautiful Danube scenery


100% tarmac or cycling paths• Mainly flat with some gentle hills• 4 nights hotels all en suite • All breakfasts included• Local bike hire included• E-bike hire available on request• Compulsory single supplement, see website for details


1 Start Melk. 0 KM

2 Pedal through the vineyards of the Wachau past pretty villages including Weisenkirchen and Durnstein, where Richard the Lionheart was imprisoned. Finish in Krems.

40 KM

3 From Krems, cycle to the Roman town of Tulln. 45 KM

4 A relaxed ride into Vienna, past Greifenstein castle and Klosterneuburg. Return bikes then enjoy an evening stroll around the central Stephansplatz is recommended.

40 KM

5 End Vienna. 0 KM

Months of departure


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AUSTRIA, GERMANY, SLOVAKIA, HUNGARY Bike & Boat: Passau, Budapest and Vienna


Trip Code LRG 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Leisurely

Trip highlights • Three iconic European capitals• Romantic towns and mighty castles• Stay on board your comfortable ship each night as

you travel along the Danube

At a glance• 8 days land only• 5 days cycling with luggage transfers 95% cycle

path, 5% road• Easy cycling along mainly quiet roads • 7 nights accommodation on board the MS

Normandie, all cabins en suite and with air conditioning

• All breakfasts, self-made packed lunches and dinners included

• Local bike hire included• E-bike hire available on request• Compulsory single supplement, see website for details


1 Start Passau; begin sailing overnight. 0 KM

2 Starting in Engelhartszell, cycle towards the 'Great Loop'; one of the most scenic sections of the Danube before boarding again at Brandstatt.

46 KM

3 Arrive in Bratislava around noon; cycle a loop via Hainburg and the Imperial Palace of Hof. In the evening take an optional city tour of Bratislava.

54 KM

4 Enjoy a morning arrival into the iconic city of Budapest before a round trip to Szentendre or an optional city tour for those who do not wish to cycle.

40 KM

5 Start at the famous fortress of Visegrad and choose one of two routes towards Esztergom. Sail to Vienna overnight.

25 KM

6 Spend a day in the beautiful city of Vienna visiting the major sites such as St Stephen's Cathedral and the Hofburg.

0 KM

7 A real highlight day today; pedal through small villages, apricot trees and vineyards, passing castles and monasteries on your way.

42 KM

8 End Passau. 0 KM

Months of departure


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AUSTRIA, GERMANY Cycling the Danube: Passau to Vienna


Trip Code LSV 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Leisurely/Moderate

Trip highlights • Discover Vienna• Peaceful cycle paths• Explore castles and palaces


path, 1% road• Mainly flat cycle paths with some gentle hills• 7 nights hotels all en suite • All breakfasts and 1 wine tasting included• Local bike hire included• E-bike hire available on request• Compulsory single supplement, see website for details


1 Start Passau. 0 KM

2 Free time to explore Passau; ride to the Schlogener Loop in Austria via the only Trappist monastery in Austria.

40 KM

3 Cycle along country lanes passing the castle at Ottensheim and Cistercian abbey in Wilhering en route to Linz.

50 KM

4 Enter the province of Lower Austria; follow the river to Grein.

60 KM

5 Ride between wooded mountains, through quiet riverside towns and past the Benedictine abbey at Melk - stunning both inside and out.

50 KM

6 Pedal through the vineyards of the Wachau, past pretty villages including Weisenkirchen and Durnstein, to Krems.

40 KM

7 Train to Tulln; ride into Vienna past Greifenstein castle; evening to explore.

40 KM

8 End Vienna. 0 KM

Months of departure



ITALY Bike & Boat: Mantua to Venice


Trip Code LRH 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Leisurely

Trip highlights • Follow the course of the Po River• Sleepy villages and ancient ports• Guided tour of timeless Venice

At a glance• 8 days land only• 5 days cycling with luggage transfer; 97% paved,

3% gravel tracks• Mainly quiet roads and cycle paths• 7 nights accommodation on board the Ave Maria,

all cabins en suite• All breakfasts, self-made packed lunches and

dinners included• Reverse route available• Local bike hire included• E-bike hire available on request• Compulsory single supplement, see website for details


1 Start Mantua. 0 KM

2 Enjoy a loop dedicated to the little visited cultural gem of Mantua, and its three picturesque 'lakes' formed by the Mincio.

40 KM

3 After a short cruise to Governolo, ride along the River Po through Ostiglia and Bergantino before reaching the sleepy village of Zelo.

50 KM

4 Pedal towards Ferrara and discover the centre surrounded by original city walls. Afternoon coach transfer to the ancient Greek port of Adria.

50 KM

5 From Porto Viro, cycle through the unique wetland park of the Po Delta; home to herons and several colonies of flamingos.

40 KM

6 Enjoy some island hopping by bike and boat in the Venetian lagoon.

30 KM

7 Discover the ancient 'Serenissima Republic of Venice' and enjoy some free time to soak up the timeless beauty of the city and its islands.

0 KM

8 End Venice. 0 KM

Months of departure



NEW

Electric bikes offer all the thrills and healthy exercise of a regular bike, but with a difference - power! A tiny electric motor (capped at

25mph) allows them to make molehills out of mountains! E-bikes are perfect for people wanting to share the same holiday who don’t necessarily have the same levels of on saddle experience. You can upgrade to an E-bike on a number of our European trips. Simply ask one of our sales experts for more information.

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ROMANIA Cycling in Romania


Trip Code LRD 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Moderate

Trip highlights • Discover Transylvania’s heritage by bike• Rural villages and rich natural landscapes• Pedal along the foot of the Fagaras and

Carpathian mountains

At a glance• 9 days land only• 7 days cycling with luggage transfers• 80% paved, 20% unpaved• Scenic route, some climbs to be expected each day• 8 nights guesthouses, 3 nights with shared facilities• All breakfasts, 7 picnic lunches and 7 dinners included• Local bike hire included• Compulsory single supplement, see website for details


1 Arrive Bucharest; train to Brasov followed by a short transfer to Bran and visit to the nearby castle.

0 KM

2 Pedal towards the north; crossing several villages and the foot of a national park. Reach Ohaba and visit the oldest flour mill in the country.

49 KM

3 Cycle along the foot of the Fagaras mountains to reach Sambata de Sus with its impressive 17th Century monastery. Spend the night in Carta.

60 KM

4 Pedal towards Biertan before enjoying a visit to the UNESCO World Heritage site and fortified church.

64 KM

5 Spend time at the UNESCO World Heritage town of Sighisoara and visit the birthplace of the father of Vlad the Impaler.

37 KM

6 Cycle through the Transylvanian hills, past the shepherds watching over their sheep. Visit the fortified church of Apold and spend the night in Soars.

47 KM

7 Enjoy one of the highlights of the trip: Viscri's fortified church, which was restored with the help of the Prince Charles foundation.

32 KM

8 From Viscri, pedal towards Homorod, passing the Rupea Fortress; one of the oldest archaeological remains in Romania.

53 KM

9 End Vad. Private transfer to Brasov and train to Bucharest.

0 KM

Months of departure


exodus.co.uk/trip/LRD

AUSTRIA, SLOVAKIA, HUNGARY Cycling the Danube: Vienna to Budapest


Trip Code LSH 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Leisurely/Moderate

Trip highlights • Meander along the Danube• Three countries in one week• Vienna, Bratislava and Budapest


path, 20% road• Mainly quiet roads and cycle paths, but some

busier points when entering/leaving the cities.• 7 nights hotels all en suite • All breakfasts included• Local bike hire included• E-bike hire available on request• Compulsory single supplement, see website for details


1 Start Vienna. 0 KM

2 Cycle to the Roman remains at Petronell-Carnuntum; stay in Bratislava

68 KM

3 Cross the Hungarian border; cycle through charming villages to Mosonmagyarovar.

44 KM

4 Cycle to Hedervar castle; onwards to the pretty town of Gyor.

41 KM

5 Cycle towards Komarom; option to stop at the National Stud farm in Babolna.

55 KM

6 Follow the riverbanks along the flat Danube valley, towards Esztergom (known as 'Hungarian Rome'), then take a riverboat to Visegrad.

57 KM

7 Ride round the Danube Bend to Szentendre; bike or boat to Budapest.

56 KM


Months of departure


exodus.co.uk/trip/LSH

AUSTRIA Danube Cycling Weekend


Trip Code LRI 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Leisurely/Moderate

Trip highlights • Quiet cycling paths• Picturesque towns• Beautiful Danube scenery


100% tarmac or cycling paths• Mainly flat with some gentle hills• 4 nights hotels all en suite • All breakfasts included• Local bike hire included• E-bike hire available on request• Compulsory single supplement, see website for details


1 Start Melk. 0 KM

2 Pedal through the vineyards of the Wachau past pretty villages including Weisenkirchen and Durnstein, where Richard the Lionheart was imprisoned. Finish in Krems.

40 KM

3 From Krems, cycle to the Roman town of Tulln. 45 KM

4 A relaxed ride into Vienna, past Greifenstein castle and Klosterneuburg. Return bikes then enjoy an evening stroll around the central Stephansplatz is recommended.

40 KM

5 End Vienna. 0 KM

Months of departure


exodus.co.uk/trip/LRI

AUSTRIA, GERMANY, SLOVAKIA, HUNGARY Bike & Boat: Passau, Budapest and Vienna


Trip Code LRG 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Leisurely

Trip highlights • Three iconic European capitals• Romantic towns and mighty castles• Stay on board your comfortable ship each night as

you travel along the Danube

At a glance• 8 days land only• 5 days cycling with luggage transfers 95% cycle

path, 5% road• Easy cycling along mainly quiet roads • 7 nights accommodation on board the MS

Normandie, all cabins en suite and with air conditioning

• All breakfasts, self-made packed lunches and dinners included

• Local bike hire included• E-bike hire available on request• Compulsory single supplement, see website for details


1 Start Passau; begin sailing overnight. 0 KM

2 Starting in Engelhartszell, cycle towards the 'Great Loop'; one of the most scenic sections of the Danube before boarding again at Brandstatt.

46 KM

3 Arrive in Bratislava around noon; cycle a loop via Hainburg and the Imperial Palace of Hof. In the evening take an optional city tour of Bratislava.

54 KM

4 Enjoy a morning arrival into the iconic city of Budapest before a round trip to Szentendre or an optional city tour for those who do not wish to cycle.

40 KM

5 Start at the famous fortress of Visegrad and choose one of two routes towards Esztergom. Sail to Vienna overnight.

25 KM

6 Spend a day in the beautiful city of Vienna visiting the major sites such as St Stephen's Cathedral and the Hofburg.

0 KM

7 A real highlight day today; pedal through small villages, apricot trees and vineyards, passing castles and monasteries on your way.

42 KM

8 End Passau. 0 KM

Months of departure


exodus.co.uk/trip/LRG

AUSTRIA, GERMANY Cycling the Danube: Passau to Vienna


Trip Code LSV 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Leisurely/Moderate

Trip highlights • Discover Vienna• Peaceful cycle paths• Explore castles and palaces


path, 1% road• Mainly flat cycle paths with some gentle hills• 7 nights hotels all en suite • All breakfasts and 1 wine tasting included• Local bike hire included• E-bike hire available on request• Compulsory single supplement, see website for details


1 Start Passau. 0 KM

2 Free time to explore Passau; ride to the Schlogener Loop in Austria via the only Trappist monastery in Austria.

40 KM

3 Cycle along country lanes passing the castle at Ottensheim and Cistercian abbey in Wilhering en route to Linz.

50 KM

4 Enter the province of Lower Austria; follow the river to Grein.

60 KM

5 Ride between wooded mountains, through quiet riverside towns and past the Benedictine abbey at Melk - stunning both inside and out.

50 KM

6 Pedal through the vineyards of the Wachau, past pretty villages including Weisenkirchen and Durnstein, to Krems.

40 KM

7 Train to Tulln; ride into Vienna past Greifenstein castle; evening to explore.

40 KM

8 End Vienna. 0 KM

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ITALY Bike & Boat: Mantua to Venice


Trip Code LRH 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Leisurely

Trip highlights • Follow the course of the Po River• Sleepy villages and ancient ports• Guided tour of timeless Venice

At a glance• 8 days land only• 5 days cycling with luggage transfer; 97% paved,

3% gravel tracks• Mainly quiet roads and cycle paths• 7 nights accommodation on board the Ave Maria,

all cabins en suite• All breakfasts, self-made packed lunches and

dinners included• Reverse route available• Local bike hire included• E-bike hire available on request• Compulsory single supplement, see website for details


1 Start Mantua. 0 KM

2 Enjoy a loop dedicated to the little visited cultural gem of Mantua, and its three picturesque 'lakes' formed by the Mincio.

40 KM

3 After a short cruise to Governolo, ride along the River Po through Ostiglia and Bergantino before reaching the sleepy village of Zelo.

50 KM

4 Pedal towards Ferrara and discover the centre surrounded by original city walls. Afternoon coach transfer to the ancient Greek port of Adria.

50 KM

5 From Porto Viro, cycle through the unique wetland park of the Po Delta; home to herons and several colonies of flamingos.

40 KM

6 Enjoy some island hopping by bike and boat in the Venetian lagoon.

30 KM

7 Discover the ancient 'Serenissima Republic of Venice' and enjoy some free time to soak up the timeless beauty of the city and its islands.

0 KM

8 End Venice. 0 KM

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NEW

Electric bikes offer all the thrills and healthy exercise of a regular bike, but with a difference - power! A tiny electric motor (capped at

25mph) allows them to make molehills out of mountains! E-bikes are perfect for people wanting to share the same holiday who don’t necessarily have the same levels of on saddle experience. You can upgrade to an E-bike on a number of our European trips. Simply ask one of our sales experts for more information.

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BOOKING CONDITIONS 7372 BOOKING CONDITIONS

Please read these booking conditions carefully, they form an important part of the contract for your holiday.All holidays advertised in our brochures and on our website are operated by Exodus Travels Ltd. Registered number 1150160 (hereinafter called ‘the Company’, ’we’, ‘us’ or ‘our’), a member of the Travelopia Group of Companies. Registered UK office: Origin One, 108 High Street, Crawley, West Sussex, RH10 1BD, and are sold subject to the following conditions:Insurance.Please Note: Adequate and valid travel insurance is compulsory for all Exodus travellers and it is a condition of accepting your booking that you agree you will have obtained adequate and valid travel insurance for your booking. We recommend you take out insurance as soon as your booking is confirmed.For Certain Tours:You may be asked to accept a separate Contract of Carriage with a local vessel owner/carrier or a local service provider (collectively, the “Carrier”) of your cruise which shall govern the relationship, responsibilities and liabilities as between you, the passenger, and the Carrier of your cruise. By agreeing to the Contract of Carriage and accepting the conditions therein, you agree that any dispute that you raise directly with the Carrier will be governed by and subject to the terms and conditions of the Contract of Carriage. For the avoidance of doubt, this Agreement governs the relationship between you and us, and any dispute or claim that you raise with us will be subject to this Agreement and not the Contract of Carriage and to the extent there is a conflict between this Agreement and the provisions of the Contract of Carriage as they relate to you and us, this Agreement shall prevail and supersede the provisions of the Contract of Carriage.1. Your Financial Protection.The Package Travel, Package Holidays and Package Tours Regulations 1992 require us to provide security for the monies that you pay for the package holidays booked from us and for your repatriation in the event of our insolvency.We will provide you with financial protection for any ATOL protected flight or flight inclusive holiday that you buy from us by way of our Air Travel Organiser’s Licence number 2582, administered by the Civil Aviation Authority (‘CAA’). When you buy an ATOL protected flight or flight inclusive holiday from us you will receive an ATOL Certificate. This lists what is financially protected, where you can get information on what this means for you and who to contact if things go wrong.We, or the suppliers identified on your ATOL Certificate, will provide you with the services listed on the ATOL Certificate (or a suitable alternative). In some cases, where neither we nor the supplier are able to do so for reasons of insolvency, an alternative ATOL holder may provide you with the services you have bought or a suitable alternative (at no extra cost to you). You agree to accept that in those circumstances the alternative ATOL holder will perform those obligations and you agree to pay any money outstanding to be paid by you under your contract to that alternative ATOL holder. However, you also agree that in some cases it will not be possible to appoint an alternative ATOL holder, in which case you will be entitled to make a claim under the ATOL scheme (or your credit card issuer where applicable).If we, or the suppliers identified on your ATOL Certificate, are unable to provide the services listed (or a suitable alternative, through an alternative ATOL holder or otherwise) for reasons of insolvency, the Trustees of the Air Travel Trust may make a payment to (or confer a benefit on) you under the ATOL scheme. You agree that in return for such a payment or benefit you assign absolutely to those Trustees any claim which you have or may have arising out of or relating to the non-provision of the services, including any claim against us, the travel agent (or your credit card issuer where applicable). You also agree that any such claims may be re-assigned to another body, if that other body has paid sums you have claimed under the ATOL scheme.The price of your holiday includes the amount of £2.50 per person as part of the ATOL Protection Contribution (APC) we pay to the CAA. This charge is included in our advertised prices.When you buy an ATOL protected flight or flight inclusive holiday, all money accepted from you by a travel agent acting as our agent is held by that agent on behalf of and for the benefit of the Trustees of the Air Travel Trust at all times, but subject to the agent’s obligation to pay it to us for so long as we do not fail. If we do fail, any money held at that time by the agent, or subsequently accepted from you by the agent, is and continues to be held by that agent on behalf of and for the benefit of the Trustees of the Air Travel Trust without any obligation to pay that money to us.When you buy arrangements other than an ATOL protected flight or flight inclusive holiday, all money accepted from you by a travel agent acting as our agent is held by that agent on our behalf at all times.We will provide you with financial protection for any package holidays you buy from us that do not include travel by air by way of a bond held by ABTA. For further information, visit the ABTA website at www.abta.com.If you book arrangements other than an ATOL protected flight or a package holiday, the financial protection referred to above does not apply.We are a Member of ABTA, membership number Y0751. We are obliged to maintain a high standard of service to you by ABTA’s Code of Conduct.2. How to Book.To make a booking you can contact us in several ways: directly over the telephone, via our website www.exodus.co.uk (‘Website’), or through an approved travel agent. The person making the booking (the ‘lead name’) must be 18 years old or over and possess the legal capacity and authority to make the booking and accepts these booking conditions on behalf of everyone in their party. Whether you book alone or as a group, we will only deal with the lead name in all subsequent correspondence, including changes, amendments and cancellations. The lead name is responsible for ensuring the accuracy of the personal details or any other information supplied in respect of yourself and any other person travelling on the booking and for passing on any information regarding the booking or any changes made in relation thereto, to all persons travelling on such booking, including but not limited to information on schedule changes or copies of booking confirmations. For all holidays, excluding Polar holidays, you will need to pay a deposit to us at the time of booking of at least 10% per person of your selected travel arrangements (minimum £150 per person or equivalent). For Polar holidays the required deposit is 20% per person of your selected travel arrangements (minimum £1000 per person or equivalent). For Tailormade Bookings the deposit amount will be confirmed on the initial quotation document sent prior to booking. You may also be required to pay for any non-transferable and non-refundable items such as National Park entrance fees and Permits, and in some cases for accommodation and services at peak times of travel or where accommodation and spaces are limited. You will be advised of all such charges due at the time of booking and before your booking is confirmed. We will then invoice you for the remainder of the cost due before you travel, which you must pay not later than 56 days (133 days for Polar holidays) before departure. In certain cases we may request full payment more than 56 days before departure where, for example, airlines require full payment on booking. If you book less than 56 days before departure (133 days for Polar holidays), full payment must be made on booking. If you do not pay the balance by the due date your booking will be cancelled and you will forfeit your deposit plus any other relevant charges. When you book your holiday through an approved travel agent, all communication between you and us will be made through that agent, as such please contact your agent in the first instance, as no changes can be made to your booking unless they are made through your agent.Please note that all payments made on Amex (whether deposits, part payments or final balances) will be subject to a credit card fee of 1.4% (inc. VAT). There will be no fee applied to payments made on any other card types.If we accept your booking, we will issue a Confirmation Invoice. A contract will exist between us from the date we issue the Confirmation Invoice or if you book within 7 days of departure the contract will exist when we accept your payment. When you receive the Confirmation Invoice please check the details carefully and inform us immediately if anything is incorrect. Names on travel documents must exactly match those in your passports. Unless we are responsible for the mistake, we will not accept liability if an airline or other supplier refuses boarding because the name(s) shown in your passport differ from those on your ticket. Travel documents will be sent or emailed to you approximately 2-3 weeks before the departure of your tour, and will not be issued unless payment of the due balance has been received and any cheques have cleared. If you live outside the UK we will email any trip information documents. If requested in the trip information documents you must reconfirm the reservations, timings and check-in details of your flight with the airline concerned at least 72 hours before departure. This applies to your outward flight and to your return flight. If you miss a flight or suffer any disruption as a result of not following our instructions as to reconfirmation we will have no liability to you.Your personal safety is of paramount importance to us and therefore it is imperative that you advise us at the time of booking of any condition, medical or otherwise, that might affect your or other people’s enjoyment of the trip.It is a condition of your booking that you and all members of your party provide certain information that may be sent to governmental authorities and border control and security agencies for the purpose of security and counter terrorism. This is known as Passenger Name Records (PNR) and/or Advance Passenger Information, sometimes known as APIS. For the United Kingdom, it may be referred to as ‘E-Borders’. The information you must provide will include, but not be limited to, full name – as shown in your passport or travel document, gender, date of birth, travel document type, number, country of issue and expiry date, and for travel to the U.S., your country of residence and the address for your first night’s stay. You must provide this information to the airline between 6 months and 24 hours before departure.We may transfer your booking to another company within our group, but this will have no effect on your holiday arrangements.3. Prices, Surcharging and Air Passenger Duty.All prices we advertise are accurate at the date published, but we reserve the right to change any of those prices from time to time. Prices include a cost for fuel that was estimated at the date of this publication. Prices on our website are updated regularly. Before you make a booking we will give you the up-to-date price of your chosen holiday including any flight supplements, upgrades or additional facilities which you have requested. Prices quoted in this brochure are based on exchange rates published by OANDA on 6th July 2017.Changes in transportation costs, including without limitation the cost of fuel, dues, taxes or fees chargeable for services such as landing taxes or embarkation or disembarkation fees at ports and airports may mean that the price of your travel arrangements may change after you have booked. However, there will be no change within 30 days of your departure. We will absorb and you will not be charged for any increase equivalent to 2% of the price of your travel arrangements, which excludes insurance premiums and any amendment charges. You will be charged for the amount over and above that, plus an amount to cover agents’ commission. If this means that you have to pay an increase of more than 10% of the price of your travel arrangements, you may either accept a replacement holiday from us of equivalent or similar

standard and price (at the date of the change) if we are able to offer you one or you may cancel your holiday booking and receive a full refund, except for any amendment charges. Should you decide to cancel for this reason, you must exercise your right to do so within 14 days from the issue date printed on your final invoice. If any change in our costs would cause a reduction in your holiday price, we will not make refunds of amounts less than 2% of the price of your travel arrangements, which excludes insurance premiums and any amendment charges, but we will refund in full amounts exceeding such 2%. However, please note that travel arrangements are not always purchased in local currency and some apparent changes have no impact on the price of your travel due to contractual and other protection in place.In all cases, we will only consider an appropriate refund of insurance premiums paid if you can show that you are unable to transfer or reuse your policy. Dates and itineraries shown for tours departing after 1st January 2018 are indicative only and subject to change.Air Passenger Duty “APD”, which is payable by all passengers departing from UK airports, is included in the price of your holiday/flight ticket. The price of your holiday will include APD for an economy seat. If you upgrade to a premium cabin this will be included in the upgrade cost. In view of the current volatility of world oil prices, a fuel supplement may be added to the price of your holiday at the time of booking.4. If you Change or Cancel your Booking.4.1 If, after our confirmation has been issued, you (i) make a change to your existing booking or (ii) wish to change to a different tour or change departure date, we will try to make the changes subject to availability, provided that notification is received in writing at our offices from the lead name at least 56 days (133 days for Polar holidays) before departure, but we reserve the right to charge an amendment fee of £50 per booking for each change.4.2 Any alteration, whether a change to an existing booking or a change to another tour or departure date, will be subject to payment by you of any costs imposed by any of the suppliers providing the component parts of the tour. If the holiday to which you transfer is more expensive than the one you originally booked, a further deposit will also be payable. Any alteration by you within 56 days of departure (133 days for Polar holidays) will be treated as a cancellation of the original booking and will be subject to cancellation charges.4.3 Subject to the conditions below and section 4.4, where you are unable to travel you can either (i) transfer your booking (and your deposit) to a new booking on a different trip departing within 3 years of your original departure date; or (ii) transfer your booking to another person, providing the following conditions are met:a) you notify us in writing at least 56 days before departure (133 days for Polar holidays) and give us authority to make the transfer; andb) your request is accompanied by all original travel documents which you have received and if you are transferring your booking to another person, the full name and address of the person to whom you wish to transfer your holiday booking (“transferee”); andc) if you are transferring your booking to another person, the transferee accepts the transfer and these booking conditions, and fulfils any conditions that apply to the booking; andd) your, or the transferee are able to confirm that suitable travel insurance is in place; and payment is made by you of all costs charged or levied by those supplying your travel arrangements.Where you are transferring your booking to another person, both the transferor and transferee will be jointly and severally liable for payment of the holiday price and other associated expenses. Please note that any request to transfer your booking (either to another date or another person) will be treated as a cancellation if such notice is received within 56 days of departure (133 days for Polar holidays) and will be subject to cancellation charges. 4.4 Some airline carriers and other transport providers treat name and departure detail changes, such as date and time changes, as a cancellation. Accordingly, you may have to pay for the cancelled ticket and be required to pay for the full cost of a new ticket.4.5 You, or any member of your party, may cancel your tour at any time providing that the cancellation is made by the lead name in writing. Notice of cancellation will be effective upon receipt by us of your written communication. As we start to incur costs from the time the contract is confirmed we will retain your deposit and in addition will apply other cancellation charges as shown below. These charges are based on how many days before your booked departure we received your cancellation notice. These charges are a percentage of the total cost of your booking, not including your insurance premium. If you want to cancel one or more passengers on the booking you will have to pay a proportion of the applicable cancellation charge based on the number of passengers, you wish to cancel from the booking:

Period before scheduled departure date when notice of cancellation is received

Cancellation charge per person as percentage of total booking price

More than 56 days before departure date Loss of deposit unless booking (and deposit) is transferred to a new booking for a different trip departing within 3 years or the original departure date

Between 56 and 42 days before departure date (inclusive)

50% of the holiday cost





14 days or less before departure date (or failure to join the holiday) (inclusive)


For Polar holidays cancelled within 133 days of the departure date the following cancellation charges will be made:

For Polar holidays: Period before scheduled departure date when notice of cancellation is received


More than 133 days before departure date Loss of deposit.



For trip codes WFK and WFL, please note that cancellation charges are as follows:




Please note that for certain travel arrangements e.g. many scheduled transport providers, the cancellation charge may be higher than those shown. In certain cases a 100% cancellation fee applies as soon as the booking is made and the ticket is issued. Please ask for full details of cancellation charges at time of booking. We strongly recommend you to take out insurance that includes cover against irrecoverable cancellation costs. Additionally, you will remain responsible for the full amount of your insurance premium and this will not be refunded in the event of your cancellation. You may however be able to transfer this cover to another holiday.4.6 All communications relating to this contract (in particular any requests to cancel or amend your holiday arrangements) must be from the Lead Name in writing and in English by email or sent by recorded delivery post to Exodus Travels, Ltd., Grange Mills, Weir Road, London, SW12 0NE.5. If we Change or Cancel your Booking.We reserve the right to cancel your booking or change any of the facilities, services or prices described in our brochures or website. We will endeavour to advise you of any changes known at the time of booking.We plan the arrangements for your tour many months in advance and may occasionally have to make changes, most of which are minor. Flight timings and carriers shown in the brochure are for guidance only and are subject to change. Your Confirmation Invoice will show the latest planned timings. Your actual flight timings will be shown on your e-ticket itinerary, which you should check carefully as soon as you receive it. A change of carrier will not be considered a major change. If a major change becomes necessary, we will advise you of the change as soon as possible. Whether a change is ‘major’ depends on the nature of the tour and may include: a change in accommodation to that of a lower category; a change in time of your scheduled departure or return flight by more than 12 hours (but not a flight delay); or a change of UK departure airport (excluding changes between London airports). A delay to your flight that we need to make within 24 hours before you are due to depart will not be considered a major change unless the change is for more than 24 hours. These changes are only examples and there may be other significant changes which constitute major changes. When a major change occurs, you will have the choice of either:a) accepting the change; orb) accepting a replacement tour from us of equivalent or similar standard and price (at the date of the change), if we are able to offer you one; orc) cancelling your tour, in which case you shall receive a full refund of all monies paid.We may also have to cancel your holiday arrangements. Operation of all tours is dependent on a minimum number of persons booking the tour. If that number is not achieved, we reserve the right to cancel the tour. However, we will not cancel your tour less than 4 weeks before the scheduled departure date except for reasons of force majeure (as defined below) or failure on your part to pay the deposit and/or final balance, or any other reason beyond our control. Where we cancel your booking where you are not in breach of these booking conditions and other than for reasons of force majeure, we will offer you either a refund of the monies received by us in respect of the booking, or offer you, if available, a replacement holiday from us of equivalent or similar standard and price (at the date of the change). If we are forced to cancel your holiday after departure we will, wherever possible, make suitable alternative arrangements. If we are unable to make such alternative arrangements, or you reject these for good reason then we will return you to your point of departure and refund you for any unused services, if appropriate.Where we make a major change to or cancel your holiday (where you are not in breach of these booking conditions), except where a major change or cancellation arises from circumstances amounting to force majeure, consolidation due to minimum numbers not being attained, failure

on your part to pay the deposit and/or final balance, or for any other reason beyond our control, we will pay you, as a minimum, compensation as detailed below. Any compensation payable will be on these scales, based on how many days before your booked holiday departure we tell you of a major change or cancellation:

Period before scheduled departure date when we notify you of a major change or cancellation

Compensation payable per person

Before balance due date Nil

Between balance due date and 14 days before departure date (inclusive)

£20.00

Between 13 days and the date of departure date (inclusive)

£30.00

This standard compensation payment will not affect your statutory or other legal rights. We will only make one compensation payment for each full-fare-paying adult in the holiday booking. Any children not paying the full adult fare will receive 50% of these amounts. Children using a free child place will not receive any standard compensation payment.We strongly recommend that you make no travel arrangements to your point of departure, make any connecting travel that is non-refundable or non-changeable or incurs penalties or incur any costs in respect of visas or vaccinations until such time as your travel itinerary has been confirmed. If you make such arrangements which you are then unable to use due to a change in your itinerary, we shall not be liable to you for the cost of those arrangements.Circumstances amounting to “force majeure” include any event which we or the supplier of the service(s) in question could not even with all due care, foresee or forestall such as (by way of example and not by way of limitation) war, threat of war, riots, civil disturbances, industrial disputes, actual or threatened terrorist activity and its consequences, natural or nuclear disasters, fire, epidemics, health risks and pandemics, acts of God, unavoidable and unforeseeable technical problems with transport for reasons beyond our control or that of our suppliers, closed or congested airports or ports, hurricanes and other actual or potential adverse weather conditions, and any other similar events.Under European law (European Community Regulation (EC) No. 261/2004), you have rights in some circumstances to refunds and/or compensation from your airline in cases of denied boarding, cancellation of and delays to flights. Full details of these rights are publicised at EU airports and are also available from affected airlines. However, you should note that reimbursement of the cost of a flight that forms part of your holiday is the responsibility of your holiday airline and will not automatically entitle you to reimbursement of the cost of your holiday from us. Your right to a refund and/or compensation from us is set out in this section 5. If any payments to you are due from us, any payment made to you by the airline will be deducted from this amount. If your airline does not comply with these rules you should complain to the Aviation Consumer Advocacy Panel on 020 7453 6888 or at www.caa.co.uk. 6. Our Liability, Conditions of Carriage & LimitationsOur obligations, and those of our suppliers providing any service or facility included in your holiday, are to take reasonable skill and care to arrange for the provision of such services and facilities. You must show that reasonable skill and care has not been used if you wish to make any claim. Standards of, for example, safety, hygiene and quality vary throughout the transport and destinations that your holiday may involve. Sometimes these standards will be lower than those which would be expected in the UK. The suppliers of the services and facilities included in your holiday should comply with local standards where they are provided.Our liability, except in cases involving death, injury or illness, shall be limited to a maximum of 3 times the cost of your travel arrangements. Our liability in all cases will be limited in accordance with and/or in an identical manner to the contractual terms of the companies that provide the transportation for your travel arrangements. These terms are incorporated into this contract; and any relevant international convention as detailed below. We are to be regarded as having all benefit of any limitation of compensation contained in these or any conventions. You can ask for copies of the transport companies’ contractual terms, or the international conventions, from our offices Exodus Travels Ltd., Grange Mills, Weir Road, London SW12 0NE.We shall have no liability where the cause of the failure to provide, or failure in, your holiday or any death or personal injury you may suffer is not due to any fault on our part or that of our agents or suppliers, because it is either attributable to you, or attributable to someone unconnected with your holiday and is unforeseeable or unavoidable, or is attributable to our employees, agents, subcontractors and suppliers and their staff whilst acting outside the scope of their employment, or is due to information, however obtained, from outside sources such as independent third party websites, or is due to unusual or unforeseeable circumstances beyond our control, the consequences of which could not have been avoided even if all due care had been exercised, or an event which neither we, nor our agents or suppliers could have foreseen or forestalled.If any international convention applies to, or governs, any of the services or facilities included in your holiday arranged or provided by us, or provided by any of our suppliers, and you make a claim against us of any nature arising out of death, injury, loss or damage suffered during or as a result of the provision of those services or facilities, our liability to pay you compensation and/or the amount (if any) of compensation payable to you by us will be limited in accordance with and/or in an identical manner to that provided for by the international convention concerned (in each case including in respect of the conditions of liability, the time for bringing any claim and the type and amount of any damages that can be awarded). International Conventions which may apply include, without limitation: in respect of international air travel, the Warsaw Convention 1929 (as amended) or the Montreal Convention 1999; in respect of rail travel, the Berne Convention 1961; in respect of carriage by sea, the Athens Convention 1974; in respect of carriage by road, the Geneva Convention 1973; and, in respect of hotels, the Paris Convention 1962. For the avoidance of doubt, this means that we are to be regarded as having all benefit of any limitations of compensation contained in any of these Conventions or any other international conventions applicable to your holiday. Other than as set out above, and as is detailed elsewhere in these booking conditions, we shall have no legal liability whatsoever to you for any loss or damage.If you purchase any optional activities that are not part of your pre-booked itinerary, the contract for the provision of that activity will be between you and the activity provider. The decision to partake in any such activity is entirely at your own discretion and risk. If you do have any complaint about, or problem with, any optional activity purchased overseas your claim should be directed to the activity provider and not to us. However, should you or any member of your party by misadventure suffer illness, injury or death during the period of your holiday from an activity which does not form part of the arrangements made by us or an excursion purchased through us, we shall, where appropriate and subject to our absolute discretion, try to help if we can. We may help everyone on your holiday booking up to a total cost to us of £5,000 as long as the following conditions are met:(i) you must ask us for such assistance within 90 days of the misadventure; (ii) you must make a claim under your insurance policy’s legal expenses or other appropriate section. You must show us proof that your insurance company has received your claim; and(iii) in the event of there being a successful claim for costs against a third party or a suitable insurance policy or policies being in force, you must repay us the costs actually incurred by us in giving this assistance.If you are joining the holiday locally (i.e. not starting with the group from the UK) our responsibility does not commence until the appointed time, we shall not be responsible for any additional expenses incurred by you to meet up with the group. If the group arrival is delayed to the local joining point we will provide you with the same room and board basis as will be provided to the group. If the delay is for more than 24 hours we will provide you with the same services and itinerary that were detailed on your confirmation to enable you to continue with your holiday, although you may, at your discretion, remain at the local joining point for the arrival of the group.We may operate trips in regions where standards of accommodation, transport, safety, hygiene, medical facilities and other infrastructure may, at times, be lower than those you normally expect. Your booking is accepted on the understanding that you realise the hazards involved in this kind of holiday, including injury, disease, loss or damage to property, inconvenience and discomfort. The whole philosophy of this type of travel is one that allows alternatives and a substantial degree of on-trip flexibility. The outline itineraries given for each holiday must therefore be taken as an indication of what each group should accomplish, and not as a contractual obligation on our part. Changes in itinerary may be caused by local political conditions, flight cancellations, mechanical breakdown, weather, border restrictions, sickness, or other unforeseeable circumstances. Pro rata refunds will be given for services not utilised wherever possible.Please be assured that our service providers will always do the utmost to ensure your safety and well-being when on tour. On certain tours our local service providers will on day 1 of the tour ask you to sign an ‘Acceptance of Risk’ form prior to accepting your participation on the tour. The purpose of the form is to make you aware of the risks and dangers involved with travelling in these areas, and for you to agree that the service provider and the Company shall not be responsible for any claims made by you for incidents arising due to circumstances outside the service provider’s and the Company’s reasonable control. Where this is the case details are outlined in the Trip Notes and you may request a copy of the applicable form by contacting us.Please note that the timings of air, sea, road or rail departures are estimates only. These timings may be affected by operational difficulties, weather conditions or failure of passengers to check in on time.We operate all our trips in accordance with the recommendations from the UK Foreign & Commonwealth Office (FCO). If you are booking from outside the UK, you should recognise that the FCO advice may not always be aligned with the advice from your own consulate or government travel authority.Flight Notice, Flight Information & EU Blacklist.This is a notice required by European Community Regulation (EC) No.889/2002. This notice cannot be used as a basis for a claim for compensation, nor to interpret the provisions of the European Community Regulation (EC) No. 889/2002 or the Montréal Convention, and it does not form part of the contract between the carrier(s), us and you. No representation is made by the air carrier(s) or us as to the accuracy of the contents of this notice.Air carrier liability for passengers & their baggage: This information notice summarises the liability rules applied by Community air carriers as required by Community legislation and the Montréal Convention.

Compensation in the case of death or injury: There are no financial limits to the liability for passenger injury or death. For damages up to 113,100 Special Drawing Rights (“SDRs”) the air carrier cannot contest claims for compensation. Above that amount, the air carrier can defend itself against a claim by proving that it was not negligent or otherwise at fault.Advance payments: If a passenger is killed or injured, the air carrier must make an advance payment, to cover immediate economic needs, within 15 days from the identification of the person entitled to compensation. In the event of death, this advance payment shall not be less than 16,000 SDRs.Passenger delays: In case of passenger delay, the air carrier is liable for damage unless it took all reasonable measures to avoid the damage or it was impossible to take such measures. The liability for passenger delay is limited to 4,694 SDRs.Baggage delays: In case of baggage delay, the air carrier is liable for damage unless it took all reasonable measures to avoid the damage or it was impossible to take such measures. The liability for baggage delay is limited to 1,131 SDRs.Destruction, loss or damage to baggage: The air carrier is liable for destruction, loss or damage to baggage up to 1,131 SDRs. In the case of checked baggage, it is liable even if not at fault, unless the baggage was defective. In the case of unchecked baggage, the carrier is liable only if at fault.Higher limits for baggage: A passenger can benefit from a higher liability limit by making a special declaration at the latest at check-in and by paying a supplementary fee.Complaints on baggage: If the baggage is damaged, delayed, lost or destroyed, the passenger must write and complain to the air carrier as soon as possible. In the case of damage to checked baggage, the passenger must write and complain within seven days, and in the case of delay within 21 days, in both cases from the date on which the baggage was placed at the passenger’s disposal.Liability of contracting & actual carriers: If the air carrier actually performing the flight is not the same as the contracting air carrier, the passenger has the right to address a complaint or to make a claim for damages against either. If the name or code of an air carrier is indicated on the ticket, that air carrier is the contracting air carrier.Time limit for action: Any action in court to claim damages must be brought within two years from the date of arrival of the aircraft, or from the date on which the aircraft ought to have arrived.Basis for the information: The basis for the rules described above is the Montreal Convention of 28 May 1999, which is implemented in the European Community by European Community Regulation (EC) No. 2027/97 (as amended by European Community Regulation (EC) No. 889/2002) and national legislation of the Member States.In accordance with European Community Regulation (EC) No. 2111/2005, Article 9, we are required to bring to your attention the existence of a ‘Community list’ which contains details of air carriers that are subject to an operating ban within the European Community. The Community list is available for inspection at www.ec.europa.eu/transport/modes/air/safety/air-ban/.In accordance with European Community Regulation (EC) No. 2111/2005 we are required to advise you of the actual carrier operating your flight/connecting flight/transfer. We do this by listing carriers to be used or likely to be used as follows: British Airways, Turkish Airlines, Iberia, IcelandAir, South African Airways, KLM, Air Namibia, Ethiopian Airlines, Royal Air Maroc, Swiss International Air Lines, Tunisair, Kenya Airways, Air China, Etihad Airways, Gulf Air, Sri Lankan Airlines, Qatar Airways, Japan Airlines, Royal Jordanian, Thai Airways, Jet Airways, Air Canada, Virgin Atlantic, Aerolineas Argentinas, Finnair. Emirates, LAN Airlines, Air New Zealand, Air Europa, SAS, Air France, TAM, Korean Air, Croatia Airlines, Thomson Airways, EgyptAir, Malaysia Airlines, Adria Airways, Alitalia, EasyJet, TAROM, Air Madagascar, Air Botswana, TAP Portugal, Delta Airlines, Bulgaria Air, Lufthansa, Aeroflot, Norwegian, American Airlines, United Airlines, Vietnam Airlines, Singapore Airlines, Cathay Pacific, Uzbekistan Airways, Aegean Airlines, Pegasus Airlines, SATA International, Ukraine International Airlines, Eva Air, Bangkok Airways, Air Malta, Precisionair, Meridiana, Brussels Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Flybe, Aer Lingus, Austrian Airlines, Avianca, JAT Airways, Aeromexico, Air Baltic, Air Zimbabwe, Caribbean Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, China Southern Airlines, Cubana, El Al, Garuda Indonesia, Iran Air, LOT Polish Airlines, Middle East Airlines, Monarch, Oman Air, Lao Airlines, Vueling Airlines, Jet2The airline may use wide and narrow-body jets. Any changes to the actual airline after you have received your tickets will be notified to you as soon as possible and in all cases at check-in or at the boarding gate. Such a change is deemed to be a minor change. Other examples of minor changes include alteration of your outward/return flights by less than 12 hours, changes to aircraft type, change of accommodation to another of the same standard. Some flights may need to stop en route. If we know about this in advance we will tell you. Flight times shown in the brochure, on the website and on your booking confirmation are not guaranteed. Actual flight times are shown on your e-tickets. Flight times are local times based on the 24-hr system.Please check with the airline regarding luggage allowance limits and the maximum allowable single item baggage weight. If you have a medical condition, serious illness, recently undergone surgery, or have suffered a recent accident, you must advise us and your airline and you may need to be cleared for travel by the airline which will involve obtaining a Fit to Fly Certificate from your GP. 7. Complaints.If you have a complaint about your arrangements whilst away, you must immediately notify our local representative or your Group Leader and the relevant supplier of the service. If you are not happy with their action in response please follow this up within 35 days of your return home by emailing us at [email protected] or by writing to Customer Services, Exodus Travels Ltd., Grange Mills, Weir Road, London, SW12 0NE, giving your booking reference and all relevant information. We will acknowledge your written notification within 7 days and aim to provide a full response within 28 days.We can also offer you ABTA’s scheme for the resolution of disputes which is approved by the Chartered Trading Standards Institute. If we can’t resolve your complaint, go to www.abta.com to use ABTA’s simple procedure. Further information on the Code and ABTA’s assistance in resolving disputes can be found on www.abta.com. You can also access the European Commission Online Dispute Resolution (ODR) platform at http://ec.europa.eu/consumers/odr/. This ODR platform is a means of registering your complaint with us; it will not determine how your complaint should be resolved. If you prefer, you can take your complaint to the County Court or another suitable court. Information regarding complaints may be shared with other tour operators.8. Details of Insurance.Adequate and valid travel insurance is mandatory for all clients while on one of our tours. You are strongly advised to insure yourself against any possible risk that may occur and in particular to ensure that you have sufficient insurance in respect of dependent relatives on whom your trip may depend. You are required to carry proof of insurance with you and produce it if reasonably requested by Company employees or suppliers; failure to do so may result in your being prevented from certain participating in certain activities without the right to any refund. The insurance scheme we offer is designed to cover all activities included in our itineraries and the featured optional extras. Please note, however, that this policy may not cover you for any activities you purchase that are not pre-booked nor featured in official Exodus Travels literature. If you choose not to take our insurance you are responsible for ensuring that you are in possession of travel insurance for the entire duration of the tour in respect of at least medical expenses, injury, death, repatriation, cancellation and curtailment, with cover/benefits equal to/greater than the insurance we offer. If you make your own insurance arrangements you must ensure that there are no exclusion clauses which limit cover for the type of activities included, or the altitudes attained, in your tour. Exodus will not be responsible for costs you may incur as a result of not having valid or adequate travel insurance. It is the responsibility of all our clients to declare any material facts including known medical conditions to their insurers, as failure to do so may result in a claim being reduced or declined.9. Visa, Health, Passport, Travel Documentation.Whilst we are able to provide basic advice to clients regarding passports and visa requirements, you should check with the appropriate embassy, consulate or the British Foreign and Commonwealth Office for the exact requirements for your chosen tour and date of travel. It is your responsibility to ensure that you have the correct passport and visas to gain access to any country/region included in the travel arrangements which you purchase from us, including, but not limited to, checking that your passport has the required period of validity left on it. If you fail to do so, we have no liability to you for any cost, loss or damage which you suffer, nor will we refund you the cost of any unused portion of your travel arrangements. In some cases, countries will refuse entry to clients who have criminal records. Should you be concerned about this, please check with the embassy or consulate of the countries to which you are travelling. The lead name is entirely responsible for ensuring that all members of the group have the correct and valid documentation for travel. We cannot accept responsibility for any failure to comply resulting in any costs or fines being incurred and we advise you to check with your passport office or the consulate in question if you have any queries. Clients travelling overland to certain destinations may need to also pass through controls of other countries en-route so this should be allowed for with any passport/visa applications. When travelling to the U.S. you must have the correct passport to travel on the Visa Waiver Programme or have obtained the correct visa, valid for your stay. Each person wishing to visit the U.S. must have either: i) an e-passport (if your passport is issued after 26 October 2006), or a machine readable passport (containing a digital photograph) if your passport is issued after the 26 October 2005 and a Visa Waiver Form or ii) a valid passport and a valid visa which must be obtained before travel from the U.S. authorities. The U.S. authorities require passengers travelling to the U.S. under the Visa Waiver Programme to register on the Electronic System for Travel Authorisation (ESTA). If you have not applied for and received travel authorisation via ESTA prior to travel you may be denied boarding, experience delayed processing, or be denied admission at the U.S. port of entry. However, neither possession of a visa nor meeting the basic requirements for travelling visa-free on the Visa Waiver Programme guarantees admission to the U.S. As with most countries, the final decision is made by immigration officials at the port of entry. You can apply online by completing the application form at www.esta.cbp.dhs.gov and paying a fee. If you are refused boarding or denied admission at the U.S. port of entry, you will still be subject to our cancellation charges in accordance with the terms of our contract with you. For additional specifics about the Visa Waiver Programme please consult the Visa Waiver Programme information on the U.S. Embassy London website www.usembassy.org.uk. We recommend that you carry your ESTA approval with you when you travel and recommend you register at least 72 hours before departure. Please Note: when you register for ESTA you must have a valid passport at the time of registration and for any travel to the USA your passport must be an e-Passport that contains the microchip and the e-passport symbol. If you have applied for a post dated passport (for example to reflect a change in name) this passport will not be valid until the effective date noted in the passport. Children and minors wanting to travel with a Visa Waiver Form must hold their own machine readable passport or e-passport. Please note

that the nationals of some countries can only travel to the U.S. if they have a valid visa as they are not eligible for the Visa Waiver Programme. There is a $14 fee per person charge which is payable by credit or debit card when applying. As announced by the U.S. Customs and Border Protection, this fee will recover the costs incurred by the U.S. Customs and Border Protection of providing and administering the ESTA system and is in addition to the mandatory $10 travel promotion fee established by the Travel Promotion Act of 2009. This is subject to change. When travelling to Canada you must check with your foreign office and the Canadian authorities that you have the correct passport and comply with the visa requirements. Under Canada’s ETA program, citizens from countries other than the United States, who do not need a visa to enter Canada, will need to obtain an online authorization before flying to Canada, unless otherwise exempted. The earlier travellers get their eTA, the sooner they will benefit from knowing they have been pre-screened to enter Canada. A fee of $7 is payable for processing an application for an electronic travel authorization. An application for an electronic travel authorization must be made by means of an electronic system that is made available by the Department (Citizenship and Immigration Canada) for that purpose. An electronic travel authorization is valid for a period of five years from the day on which it is issued to the applicant or until the earliest of the following days, if they occur before the end of that period: (a) the day on which the applicant’s passport or other travel document expires, (b) the day on which the electronic travel authorization is cancelled, or (c) the day on which a new electronic travel authorization is issued to the applicant.The Cuban authorities require proof of valid medical insurance before allowing visitors to gain entry to the country. It is essential that you have a copy of a valid travel insurance policy, insurance certificate or other suitable evidence in your possession on arrival in Cuba. Please ensure that you keep the policy documents easily to hand upon arrival. U.S. residents visiting Cuba must ensure that any medical insurance policy that they purchase covers them for travel to Cuba.Please note that for some trips we need to request special permits, and as such we will require your passport details prior to accepting your booking. Furthermore, if you renew your passport after you have booked, you may be required to take your old passport with you to maintain the validity of the permit.We are able to advise on mandatory health requirements; however, we are not medical experts. It is your responsibility to ensure that you obtain proper and detailed medical advice at least two months prior to travel for the latest health requirements, recommendations for your destination and any costs. Where you do not do so and either are not allowed to enter any country, or suffer personal injury or death as a result, we have no liability to you for any cost, loss or damage which you suffer nor will we refund you the cost of any unused portion of your travel arrangements. Clients with existing medical problems, pregnant women and anyone who has recently visited other countries should check requirements with their general practitioner. You must advise us and you may need to be cleared for travel from your GP (who may charge you for such and, for the avoidance of doubt, we are not liable for any such charges or related costs). Some of our suppliers request you to complete a medical form which itself may require you to obtain a certificate or note from your GP at your own cost.When assessing whether tours or expeditions will operate we use information from our local offices in conjunction with advice from the British Foreign and Commonwealth Office and other relevant government bodies. It is your responsibility to acquaint yourself with the travel advice provided by these government bodies. Check the UK Government departments’ website at https://www.gov.uk/browse/abroad for advice and the latest information about passports, travel and living abroad, including without limitation foreign travel advice to specific countries.10. Local Laws & Customs & Travel AwareLaws and customs of the country/ies you visit can be very different to those in the UK. Be aware of your actions to ensure that they do not offend, especially if you intend to visit religious areas. There may be serious penalties for doing something that might not be illegal in the UK. You are strongly advised to check with the appropriate embassy, consulate or British and Commonwealth Office or www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice for further information regarding local laws and customs of the country/ies you plan to visit. It is your responsibility to familiarise yourself with, and respect local laws and customs. If you fail to do so, we will have no liability to you for any cost, loss or damage which you suffer nor will we refund you the cost of any unused portion of your travel arrangements. You are also recommended to read the Foreign Office’s “Travel Aware” guidance to familiarise yourself with Government advice for overseas travel. This advice can be found at https://travelaware.campaign.gov.uk/11. Privacy Policy.Exodus Travels Limited’s Privacy Policy sets out what information we collect, how we collect it and what we do with it. Our Privacy Policy applies to you and is available on our website and through other channels. In all your dealings with us you must ensure that others you represent are aware of the content of our Privacy Policy and consent to your acting on their behalf.INFORMATION ABOUT YOUYour InformationThis refers to a combination of information such as your name, contact details, travel preferences and special needs/disabilities/dietary requirements that you supply us or is supplied to us, including your social preferences, interests and activities and any information about other persons you represent (such as those on your booking). Your information is collected when you request information from us, contact us (and vice versa), make a booking, use our website(s)/apps, link to or from our website(s)/apps, connect with us via social media and any other engagement we or our business partners have with you.We will update your information whenever we can to keep it current, accurate and complete.Our use of your InformationFor the purpose of providing you with our services, including your flight, holiday, security, incident/accident management or insurance, etc., we may disclose and process your information outside the UK/EEA. In order for you to travel abroad, it may be mandatory (as required by government authorities at the point(s) of departure and/or destination) to disclose and process your information for immigration, border control, security and anti-terrorism purposes, or any other purposes which they determine appropriate. Some countries will only permit travel if you provide your advance passenger data (for example Caricom API and US secure flight data). These requirements may differ depending on your destination and you are advised to check. Even if not mandatory, we may exercise our discretion to assist where appropriate.1. We may collect and process your information for the purposes set out below and in our registration with the Office of the Information Commissioner, and disclose the same to our group companies for business purposes and also to companies and our service providers who act as “data processors” on our behalf, or to credit and fraud agencies (some of whom are located outside the UK/EEA). These purposes include administration, service, quality and improvement-related activities, customer care, product innovation and choice, business management, operation and efficiencies, re-organisation/structuring/sale of our business (or group companies), risk assessment/management, security, fraud and crime prevention/detection, monitoring, research and analysis, social media, reviews, advertising and marketing, loyalty programmes, profiling customer purchasing preferences, activities and trends, dispute resolution/litigation, credit checking and debt collection.2. Information (such as health or religion) may be considered “sensitive personal data” under the Data Protection Act 1998. We collect it to provide you with our services, cater to your needs or act in your interest, and we are only prepared to accept sensitive personal data on the condition that we have your positive consent. By booking with us you also agree for your insurers, their agents and medical staff to exchange relevant information and sensitive personal data with us in circumstances where we/they need to act on your behalf or in the interest of passengers or in an emergency.If you do not agree to Our use of Your information above, we cannot engage/do business with you or accept your booking. Marketing material 1. Using your information, we may from time to time contact you with or make available to you (directly or indirectly) information on offers of goods and services, brochures, new products, forthcoming events or competitions from our holiday divisions. In our marketing material we may occasionally also include information about selected business partners that provide outdoor clothing products, equipment and related travel services. We will tailor the information you receive or see; this will enable us to make available to you more personalised and relevant communications. We may use innovative technologies and work with business partners to achieve this.2. We will assume you agree to email when you make an e-booking or provide us with your email in other situations such as in-store, competitions, promotions, prize draws and social media3. If you do not wish to receive such information or would like to change your preference, please refer to point (2) of “Your Rights” below.Your rights1. On completing our Data Subject Access Request form, you are entitled to a copy of the information we hold about you (for a £10 fee) and to correct any inaccuracies.2. You have the right to ask in writing not to receive direct marketing material from us. If available, you can amend your previous preference on our website(s), use our “unsubscribe email”, opt-out of personalised emails or refer to our literature containing instructions. Once properly notified by you, we will take steps to stop using your information in this way.3. For a list of relevant brands, please send us your request. Please write to Exodus Travels Limited, Travelopia Legal Department, Origin One, 108 High Street, Crawley, West Sussex, RH10 1BD.Posting your images on our website1. You have the option to upload your holiday images on to our website once you have opened a ‘My Exodus’ account. Who sees your photos is determined by the settings you select in your ‘My Exodus’ account. You may choose to send an email to your ‘Friends’ including a link to your photo album(s) saved in your ‘My Exodus’ account. To enable this link to be forwarded to your friends you will need to supply an email address for your friend(s). Exodus will not use the friend’s email address supplied for marketing purposes. When you choose to share your online images with Friends, those individuals will be able to view your album. Please note, as with any email, your friends could forward the email invitation to others, who will then be able to click on the link to the album within the email, and see the pictures too.2. You may choose to ‘Share your album with everyone’ and thereby publish your album on the Exodus Website by assigning it a 3-character trip code. Your album will then be displayed in the Images section for that trip and will potentially be visible to anyone that visits the Website.3. Exodus employees or employees of partner companies that provide services to Exodus may see your photos even if they are not published on the Website as a result of carrying out maintenance on the Website or correcting problems with your account.

Foreign controlsOutside the European Economic Area (EEA), data protection controls may not be as strong as the legal requirements in this country.Use of Tools/”Cookies” And Links To Other WebsitesIf our contact and dealing with you is via our website(s) or other e-platforms where our advertising is displayed, cookies may be used. To find out more about the types of cookies on our website(s), how we use cookies, to disable them or to change your preference and more, please refer to the information provided on our website(s). Other e-platforms may have different options and instructions. By using our website(s), you consent to our use of cookies.Our website(s) may contain links to third party websites or micro-sites not controlled or owned by us. For example, reference sites or ancillary products and services sites or websites owned by our sister companies. It is your responsibility to check the status of these sites before using them. Please read their applicable terms and conditions, etc. carefully.MonitoringTo ensure that we carry out your instructions accurately, improve our service and for security and fraud, we may review, monitor and/or record: (1) telephone calls; (2) activities using CCTV in and around our premises; (3) transactions and activities at all points of contact; and (4) web, social media and app traffic, activities, etc. All recordings and derivative materials are and shall remain our sole property.Security StatementWe have taken all reasonable steps and have in place appropriate security measures to protect your information.Changes To This PolicyAny changes to this Policy will be either posted on our website, brochure and/or made available on requestDATA NOTICES Customer Data: To provide your holiday and ensure that it runs smoothly, we (and your travel agent, if you use one) need to use information such as your name and address, special needs, dietary requirements, etc. Please be informed that we must pass it to suppliers of your travel arrangements, including airlines, hotels and transport companies; we may also supply it to security or credit checking companies, and to public authorities such as customs and immigration. When you make this booking, you consent to this information being passed to the relevant people. Information held by your travel agent is subject to that company’s own data protection policy.Caricom API Data: Please note that some or all of the Caricom states listed below have entered into an agreement with the USA whereby advance passenger data, required by and provided to Caricom states for border security purposes, will be passed to the USA Department for Homeland Security for processing on behalf of those Caricom states listed as follows: Anguilla, Antigua and Barbuda, The Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Bermuda, British Virgin Islands, Cayman Islands, Dominica, Grenada, Guyana, Haiti, Jamaica, Montserrat, Saint Lucia, St Kitts and Nevis, St Vincent and the Grenadines, Surinam, Trinidad and Tobago, Turks and Caicos Islands. Collectively members or associate members of ‘Caricom’. The UK Information Commissioner’s Office has accepted that this will not breach the Data Protection Act but that we are required to bring this to your attention. US Secure Flight Data: The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) requires you to provide your full name, date of birth, and gender for the purpose of watch list screening, under the authority of 49 U.S.C. section 114, the Intelligence Reform and Terrorism Prevention Act of 2004 and 49 C.F.R parts 1540 and 1560. You may also provide your Redress Number, if available. Failure to provide your full name, date of birth, and gender may result in denial of transport or denial of authority to enter the boarding area. TSA may share information you provide with law enforcement or intelligence agencies or others under its published system of records notice. For more on TSA privacy policies, or to review the system of records notice and the privacy impact assessment, please see the TSA website at www.tsa.gov.Any likeness or image of you secured or taken on any of our holidays may be used by the Company without charge in all media (whether now existing or in the future invented) for bona fide promotional or marketing purposes, including without limitation promotional materials of any kind, such as brochures, slides, video shows and the internet.12. Leader Authority & Behaviour.On an active group holiday, it is necessary that you abide by the authority of the leader, who represents the Company. If you commit any illegal act when on the holiday or if in our reasonable opinion or the reasonable opinion of the leader or another person in authority your behaviour is disruptive, threatening or abusive, causes unnecessary inconvenience or is causing or likely to cause damage to property, danger, distress or upset, disturbance or annoyance to others or puts any other traveller or our staff in any risk or danger, on the telephone, in writing or in person, we may terminate your travel arrangements without any liability on our part. If the Captain of your flight or ferry or any of our overseas staff or agents believes that you could be disruptive or that you are suffering from a contagious disease, they can also refuse to let you proceed with your travel arrangements, restrict your movements on board, disembark you from the ferry or aircraft, or remove you from your accommodation or excursion. If this means you are not allowed to board the flight outbound from the UK, we will treat your booking as cancelled by you from that moment, and you will have to pay full cancellation charges. If this occurs overseas then you will become responsible for your own return home and any other members of your group who cannot or will not travel without you. In any of these circumstances no refunds or compensation will be paid to you and we will not be liable for any costs or expenses you incur. If you are refused carriage because of your behaviour, or you are under the influence of alcohol or drugs, your airline may pass on your details and date of refusal of carriage to other airlines for their information. This in turn may make it difficult for you to book other airline tickets. In any of these circumstances, no refunds or compensation will be paid to you and we may make a claim against you for any damages, costs and expenses (including legal expenses) incurred as a result of your behaviour including but not limited to (i) repairing or replacing property lost, damaged or destroyed by you, (ii) compensating any passenger, crew, staff or agent affected by your actions and (iii) diverting the aircraft or ferry to remove you. Criminal proceedings may also be instigated. If you are affected by any condition, medical or otherwise, that might affect your or other people’s enjoyment of the holiday, you must advise us of this at the time of booking.For the purpose of this section, reference to “you” or “your” includes any person in your party.13. Your Accommodation.Any accommodation we arrange for you must only be used by those people named on your Confirmation Invoice (or on latest Amendment Invoice issued). You are not allowed to share the accommodation or let anyone else stay there. You are responsible for the cost of any damage caused to your accommodation or its contents during your stay. These charges must be met by you and may have to be paid locally.14. Trip NotesIf we issue detailed trip notes for your booking these trip notes and all the information contained therein will be deemed to be part of the contract. Trip notes available from our website or by post from Exodus Travels, Grange Mills, Weir Road, London, SW12 0NE, contain up-to-date definitive information about the itinerary and travel arrangements. Should there be a discrepancy between the information in the brochure or website and the trip notes, the information in the trip notes supersedes that in the brochure or on the website and will be considered the most up-to-date and accurate.15. Special RequestsWe will consider special requests such as dietary requirements or specific rooming arrangements when you book. We will tell you whether there is a charge for the request. We can only guarantee requests for which there is a charge, or those that are confirmed in writing. It is your responsibility to advise us of any special requirements.16. Participation RequirementsAll clients are expected to satisfy themselves prior to booking that they are fit and able to complete the itinerary of their chosen holiday as described in this brochure.By booking an Exodus tour you acknowledge that this is an active holiday which may test your physical ability and may consist of strenuous and demanding activities. You are therefore responsible for ensuring you are aware of the nature of the associated activities and physical requirements before you book. By confirming your booking, you acknowledge that you have the appropriate levels of ability, fitness and good health to safely participate in the tour.By confirming your booking, you accept that the Company’s tour leaders have the authority to prevent you from participating in any part of a tour should they have concerns about (a) your ability to safely partake in an activity or (b) your physical ability to complete an activity in the required timescale. In the event the leader deems such a decision is necessary, we will reasonably endeavour to make alternative arrangements, but we will not be liable to provide any refunds for missed activities and you may be liable for additional costs incurred.Anyone suffering from mobility impairment, illness or disability or undergoing treatment for any physical or medical condition must declare the true nature of such condition at the time of booking and make arrangements for the provision of any medication or other treatment which may be required during the holiday. Failure to make such disclosure will constitute a breach of these booking conditions and result in such persons being excluded from the holiday in which case all monies paid will be forfeit.No unaccompanied minors (those under 18 years of age) can be accepted however (a) minors aged between 3 -17 years may accompany their parents on tours designated as family adventures and (b) older teenagers may be allowed to join group tours provided they are accompanied by a parent or guardian who accepts full responsibility for them. (c) minors aged between 10 and 17 may accompany their parents on certain tours designated as Polar holidays.Under European law, if you are disabled or have difficulty moving around, you can receive free assistance when you fly. Please contact us if you wish to find out more information.17. Law & JurisdictionIf you booked your holiday in any jurisdiction other than in Scotland or Northern Ireland (including any booking via the Internet), this contract, and any other claim or dispute arising from or related to this contract, will be governed by English law and the courts of England and Wales shall have exclusive jurisdiction over any claim arising out of it. If you booked your holiday in Scotland, this contract, and any claim or dispute arising from or related to this contract, will be governed by Scottish law and the courts of Scotland shall have exclusive jurisdiction over any claim arising out of it. If you booked your holiday in Northern Ireland, this contract, and any claim or dispute arising from or related to this contract, will be governed by Northern Irish law and the courts of Northern Ireland shall have exclusive jurisdiction over any claim arising out of it.

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Please read these booking conditions carefully, they form an important part of the contract for your holiday.All holidays advertised in our brochures and on our website are operated by Exodus Travels Ltd. Registered number 1150160 (hereinafter called ‘the Company’, ’we’, ‘us’ or ‘our’), a member of the Travelopia Group of Companies. Registered UK office: Origin One, 108 High Street, Crawley, West Sussex, RH10 1BD, and are sold subject to the following conditions:Insurance.Please Note: Adequate and valid travel insurance is compulsory for all Exodus travellers and it is a condition of accepting your booking that you agree you will have obtained adequate and valid travel insurance for your booking. We recommend you take out insurance as soon as your booking is confirmed.For Certain Tours:You may be asked to accept a separate Contract of Carriage with a local vessel owner/carrier or a local service provider (collectively, the “Carrier”) of your cruise which shall govern the relationship, responsibilities and liabilities as between you, the passenger, and the Carrier of your cruise. By agreeing to the Contract of Carriage and accepting the conditions therein, you agree that any dispute that you raise directly with the Carrier will be governed by and subject to the terms and conditions of the Contract of Carriage. For the avoidance of doubt, this Agreement governs the relationship between you and us, and any dispute or claim that you raise with us will be subject to this Agreement and not the Contract of Carriage and to the extent there is a conflict between this Agreement and the provisions of the Contract of Carriage as they relate to you and us, this Agreement shall prevail and supersede the provisions of the Contract of Carriage.1. Your Financial Protection.The Package Travel, Package Holidays and Package Tours Regulations 1992 require us to provide security for the monies that you pay for the package holidays booked from us and for your repatriation in the event of our insolvency.We will provide you with financial protection for any ATOL protected flight or flight inclusive holiday that you buy from us by way of our Air Travel Organiser’s Licence number 2582, administered by the Civil Aviation Authority (‘CAA’). When you buy an ATOL protected flight or flight inclusive holiday from us you will receive an ATOL Certificate. This lists what is financially protected, where you can get information on what this means for you and who to contact if things go wrong.We, or the suppliers identified on your ATOL Certificate, will provide you with the services listed on the ATOL Certificate (or a suitable alternative). In some cases, where neither we nor the supplier are able to do so for reasons of insolvency, an alternative ATOL holder may provide you with the services you have bought or a suitable alternative (at no extra cost to you). You agree to accept that in those circumstances the alternative ATOL holder will perform those obligations and you agree to pay any money outstanding to be paid by you under your contract to that alternative ATOL holder. However, you also agree that in some cases it will not be possible to appoint an alternative ATOL holder, in which case you will be entitled to make a claim under the ATOL scheme (or your credit card issuer where applicable).If we, or the suppliers identified on your ATOL Certificate, are unable to provide the services listed (or a suitable alternative, through an alternative ATOL holder or otherwise) for reasons of insolvency, the Trustees of the Air Travel Trust may make a payment to (or confer a benefit on) you under the ATOL scheme. You agree that in return for such a payment or benefit you assign absolutely to those Trustees any claim which you have or may have arising out of or relating to the non-provision of the services, including any claim against us, the travel agent (or your credit card issuer where applicable). You also agree that any such claims may be re-assigned to another body, if that other body has paid sums you have claimed under the ATOL scheme.The price of your holiday includes the amount of £2.50 per person as part of the ATOL Protection Contribution (APC) we pay to the CAA. This charge is included in our advertised prices.When you buy an ATOL protected flight or flight inclusive holiday, all money accepted from you by a travel agent acting as our agent is held by that agent on behalf of and for the benefit of the Trustees of the Air Travel Trust at all times, but subject to the agent’s obligation to pay it to us for so long as we do not fail. If we do fail, any money held at that time by the agent, or subsequently accepted from you by the agent, is and continues to be held by that agent on behalf of and for the benefit of the Trustees of the Air Travel Trust without any obligation to pay that money to us.When you buy arrangements other than an ATOL protected flight or flight inclusive holiday, all money accepted from you by a travel agent acting as our agent is held by that agent on our behalf at all times.We will provide you with financial protection for any package holidays you buy from us that do not include travel by air by way of a bond held by ABTA. For further information, visit the ABTA website at www.abta.com.If you book arrangements other than an ATOL protected flight or a package holiday, the financial protection referred to above does not apply.We are a Member of ABTA, membership number Y0751. We are obliged to maintain a high standard of service to you by ABTA’s Code of Conduct.2. How to Book.To make a booking you can contact us in several ways: directly over the telephone, via our website www.exodus.co.uk (‘Website’), or through an approved travel agent. The person making the booking (the ‘lead name’) must be 18 years old or over and possess the legal capacity and authority to make the booking and accepts these booking conditions on behalf of everyone in their party. Whether you book alone or as a group, we will only deal with the lead name in all subsequent correspondence, including changes, amendments and cancellations. The lead name is responsible for ensuring the accuracy of the personal details or any other information supplied in respect of yourself and any other person travelling on the booking and for passing on any information regarding the booking or any changes made in relation thereto, to all persons travelling on such booking, including but not limited to information on schedule changes or copies of booking confirmations. For all holidays, excluding Polar holidays, you will need to pay a deposit to us at the time of booking of at least 10% per person of your selected travel arrangements (minimum £150 per person or equivalent). For Polar holidays the required deposit is 20% per person of your selected travel arrangements (minimum £1000 per person or equivalent). For Tailormade Bookings the deposit amount will be confirmed on the initial quotation document sent prior to booking. You may also be required to pay for any non-transferable and non-refundable items such as National Park entrance fees and Permits, and in some cases for accommodation and services at peak times of travel or where accommodation and spaces are limited. You will be advised of all such charges due at the time of booking and before your booking is confirmed. We will then invoice you for the remainder of the cost due before you travel, which you must pay not later than 56 days (133 days for Polar holidays) before departure. In certain cases we may request full payment more than 56 days before departure where, for example, airlines require full payment on booking. If you book less than 56 days before departure (133 days for Polar holidays), full payment must be made on booking. If you do not pay the balance by the due date your booking will be cancelled and you will forfeit your deposit plus any other relevant charges. When you book your holiday through an approved travel agent, all communication between you and us will be made through that agent, as such please contact your agent in the first instance, as no changes can be made to your booking unless they are made through your agent.Please note that all payments made on Amex (whether deposits, part payments or final balances) will be subject to a credit card fee of 1.4% (inc. VAT). There will be no fee applied to payments made on any other card types.If we accept your booking, we will issue a Confirmation Invoice. A contract will exist between us from the date we issue the Confirmation Invoice or if you book within 7 days of departure the contract will exist when we accept your payment. When you receive the Confirmation Invoice please check the details carefully and inform us immediately if anything is incorrect. Names on travel documents must exactly match those in your passports. Unless we are responsible for the mistake, we will not accept liability if an airline or other supplier refuses boarding because the name(s) shown in your passport differ from those on your ticket. Travel documents will be sent or emailed to you approximately 2-3 weeks before the departure of your tour, and will not be issued unless payment of the due balance has been received and any cheques have cleared. If you live outside the UK we will email any trip information documents. If requested in the trip information documents you must reconfirm the reservations, timings and check-in details of your flight with the airline concerned at least 72 hours before departure. This applies to your outward flight and to your return flight. If you miss a flight or suffer any disruption as a result of not following our instructions as to reconfirmation we will have no liability to you.Your personal safety is of paramount importance to us and therefore it is imperative that you advise us at the time of booking of any condition, medical or otherwise, that might affect your or other people’s enjoyment of the trip.It is a condition of your booking that you and all members of your party provide certain information that may be sent to governmental authorities and border control and security agencies for the purpose of security and counter terrorism. This is known as Passenger Name Records (PNR) and/or Advance Passenger Information, sometimes known as APIS. For the United Kingdom, it may be referred to as ‘E-Borders’. The information you must provide will include, but not be limited to, full name – as shown in your passport or travel document, gender, date of birth, travel document type, number, country of issue and expiry date, and for travel to the U.S., your country of residence and the address for your first night’s stay. You must provide this information to the airline between 6 months and 24 hours before departure.We may transfer your booking to another company within our group, but this will have no effect on your holiday arrangements.3. Prices, Surcharging and Air Passenger Duty.All prices we advertise are accurate at the date published, but we reserve the right to change any of those prices from time to time. Prices include a cost for fuel that was estimated at the date of this publication. Prices on our website are updated regularly. Before you make a booking we will give you the up-to-date price of your chosen holiday including any flight supplements, upgrades or additional facilities which you have requested. Prices quoted in this brochure are based on exchange rates published by OANDA on 6th July 2017.Changes in transportation costs, including without limitation the cost of fuel, dues, taxes or fees chargeable for services such as landing taxes or embarkation or disembarkation fees at ports and airports may mean that the price of your travel arrangements may change after you have booked. However, there will be no change within 30 days of your departure. We will absorb and you will not be charged for any increase equivalent to 2% of the price of your travel arrangements, which excludes insurance premiums and any amendment charges. You will be charged for the amount over and above that, plus an amount to cover agents’ commission. If this means that you have to pay an increase of more than 10% of the price of your travel arrangements, you may either accept a replacement holiday from us of equivalent or similar

standard and price (at the date of the change) if we are able to offer you one or you may cancel your holiday booking and receive a full refund, except for any amendment charges. Should you decide to cancel for this reason, you must exercise your right to do so within 14 days from the issue date printed on your final invoice. If any change in our costs would cause a reduction in your holiday price, we will not make refunds of amounts less than 2% of the price of your travel arrangements, which excludes insurance premiums and any amendment charges, but we will refund in full amounts exceeding such 2%. However, please note that travel arrangements are not always purchased in local currency and some apparent changes have no impact on the price of your travel due to contractual and other protection in place.In all cases, we will only consider an appropriate refund of insurance premiums paid if you can show that you are unable to transfer or reuse your policy. Dates and itineraries shown for tours departing after 1st January 2018 are indicative only and subject to change.Air Passenger Duty “APD”, which is payable by all passengers departing from UK airports, is included in the price of your holiday/flight ticket. The price of your holiday will include APD for an economy seat. If you upgrade to a premium cabin this will be included in the upgrade cost. In view of the current volatility of world oil prices, a fuel supplement may be added to the price of your holiday at the time of booking.4. If you Change or Cancel your Booking.4.1 If, after our confirmation has been issued, you (i) make a change to your existing booking or (ii) wish to change to a different tour or change departure date, we will try to make the changes subject to availability, provided that notification is received in writing at our offices from the lead name at least 56 days (133 days for Polar holidays) before departure, but we reserve the right to charge an amendment fee of £50 per booking for each change.4.2 Any alteration, whether a change to an existing booking or a change to another tour or departure date, will be subject to payment by you of any costs imposed by any of the suppliers providing the component parts of the tour. If the holiday to which you transfer is more expensive than the one you originally booked, a further deposit will also be payable. Any alteration by you within 56 days of departure (133 days for Polar holidays) will be treated as a cancellation of the original booking and will be subject to cancellation charges.4.3 Subject to the conditions below and section 4.4, where you are unable to travel you can either (i) transfer your booking (and your deposit) to a new booking on a different trip departing within 3 years of your original departure date; or (ii) transfer your booking to another person, providing the following conditions are met:a) you notify us in writing at least 56 days before departure (133 days for Polar holidays) and give us authority to make the transfer; andb) your request is accompanied by all original travel documents which you have received and if you are transferring your booking to another person, the full name and address of the person to whom you wish to transfer your holiday booking (“transferee”); andc) if you are transferring your booking to another person, the transferee accepts the transfer and these booking conditions, and fulfils any conditions that apply to the booking; andd) your, or the transferee are able to confirm that suitable travel insurance is in place; and payment is made by you of all costs charged or levied by those supplying your travel arrangements.Where you are transferring your booking to another person, both the transferor and transferee will be jointly and severally liable for payment of the holiday price and other associated expenses. Please note that any request to transfer your booking (either to another date or another person) will be treated as a cancellation if such notice is received within 56 days of departure (133 days for Polar holidays) and will be subject to cancellation charges. 4.4 Some airline carriers and other transport providers treat name and departure detail changes, such as date and time changes, as a cancellation. Accordingly, you may have to pay for the cancelled ticket and be required to pay for the full cost of a new ticket.4.5 You, or any member of your party, may cancel your tour at any time providing that the cancellation is made by the lead name in writing. Notice of cancellation will be effective upon receipt by us of your written communication. As we start to incur costs from the time the contract is confirmed we will retain your deposit and in addition will apply other cancellation charges as shown below. These charges are based on how many days before your booked departure we received your cancellation notice. These charges are a percentage of the total cost of your booking, not including your insurance premium. If you want to cancel one or more passengers on the booking you will have to pay a proportion of the applicable cancellation charge based on the number of passengers, you wish to cancel from the booking:

Period before scheduled departure date when notice of cancellation is received


More than 56 days before departure date Loss of deposit unless booking (and deposit) is transferred to a new booking for a different trip departing within 3 years or the original departure date









For Polar holidays cancelled within 133 days of the departure date the following cancellation charges will be made:

For Polar holidays: Period before scheduled departure date when notice of cancellation is received





For trip codes WFK and WFL, please note that cancellation charges are as follows:




Please note that for certain travel arrangements e.g. many scheduled transport providers, the cancellation charge may be higher than those shown. In certain cases a 100% cancellation fee applies as soon as the booking is made and the ticket is issued. Please ask for full details of cancellation charges at time of booking. We strongly recommend you to take out insurance that includes cover against irrecoverable cancellation costs. Additionally, you will remain responsible for the full amount of your insurance premium and this will not be refunded in the event of your cancellation. You may however be able to transfer this cover to another holiday.4.6 All communications relating to this contract (in particular any requests to cancel or amend your holiday arrangements) must be from the Lead Name in writing and in English by email or sent by recorded delivery post to Exodus Travels, Ltd., Grange Mills, Weir Road, London, SW12 0NE.5. If we Change or Cancel your Booking.We reserve the right to cancel your booking or change any of the facilities, services or prices described in our brochures or website. We will endeavour to advise you of any changes known at the time of booking.We plan the arrangements for your tour many months in advance and may occasionally have to make changes, most of which are minor. Flight timings and carriers shown in the brochure are for guidance only and are subject to change. Your Confirmation Invoice will show the latest planned timings. Your actual flight timings will be shown on your e-ticket itinerary, which you should check carefully as soon as you receive it. A change of carrier will not be considered a major change. If a major change becomes necessary, we will advise you of the change as soon as possible. Whether a change is ‘major’ depends on the nature of the tour and may include: a change in accommodation to that of a lower category; a change in time of your scheduled departure or return flight by more than 12 hours (but not a flight delay); or a change of UK departure airport (excluding changes between London airports). A delay to your flight that we need to make within 24 hours before you are due to depart will not be considered a major change unless the change is for more than 24 hours. These changes are only examples and there may be other significant changes which constitute major changes. When a major change occurs, you will have the choice of either:a) accepting the change; orb) accepting a replacement tour from us of equivalent or similar standard and price (at the date of the change), if we are able to offer you one; orc) cancelling your tour, in which case you shall receive a full refund of all monies paid.We may also have to cancel your holiday arrangements. Operation of all tours is dependent on a minimum number of persons booking the tour. If that number is not achieved, we reserve the right to cancel the tour. However, we will not cancel your tour less than 4 weeks before the scheduled departure date except for reasons of force majeure (as defined below) or failure on your part to pay the deposit and/or final balance, or any other reason beyond our control. Where we cancel your booking where you are not in breach of these booking conditions and other than for reasons of force majeure, we will offer you either a refund of the monies received by us in respect of the booking, or offer you, if available, a replacement holiday from us of equivalent or similar standard and price (at the date of the change). If we are forced to cancel your holiday after departure we will, wherever possible, make suitable alternative arrangements. If we are unable to make such alternative arrangements, or you reject these for good reason then we will return you to your point of departure and refund you for any unused services, if appropriate.Where we make a major change to or cancel your holiday (where you are not in breach of these booking conditions), except where a major change or cancellation arises from circumstances amounting to force majeure, consolidation due to minimum numbers not being attained, failure

on your part to pay the deposit and/or final balance, or for any other reason beyond our control, we will pay you, as a minimum, compensation as detailed below. Any compensation payable will be on these scales, based on how many days before your booked holiday departure we tell you of a major change or cancellation:

Period before scheduled departure date when we notify you of a major change or cancellation

Compensation payable per person

Before balance due date Nil

Between balance due date and 14 days before departure date (inclusive)

£20.00

Between 13 days and the date of departure date (inclusive)

£30.00

This standard compensation payment will not affect your statutory or other legal rights. We will only make one compensation payment for each full-fare-paying adult in the holiday booking. Any children not paying the full adult fare will receive 50% of these amounts. Children using a free child place will not receive any standard compensation payment.We strongly recommend that you make no travel arrangements to your point of departure, make any connecting travel that is non-refundable or non-changeable or incurs penalties or incur any costs in respect of visas or vaccinations until such time as your travel itinerary has been confirmed. If you make such arrangements which you are then unable to use due to a change in your itinerary, we shall not be liable to you for the cost of those arrangements.Circumstances amounting to “force majeure” include any event which we or the supplier of the service(s) in question could not even with all due care, foresee or forestall such as (by way of example and not by way of limitation) war, threat of war, riots, civil disturbances, industrial disputes, actual or threatened terrorist activity and its consequences, natural or nuclear disasters, fire, epidemics, health risks and pandemics, acts of God, unavoidable and unforeseeable technical problems with transport for reasons beyond our control or that of our suppliers, closed or congested airports or ports, hurricanes and other actual or potential adverse weather conditions, and any other similar events.Under European law (European Community Regulation (EC) No. 261/2004), you have rights in some circumstances to refunds and/or compensation from your airline in cases of denied boarding, cancellation of and delays to flights. Full details of these rights are publicised at EU airports and are also available from affected airlines. However, you should note that reimbursement of the cost of a flight that forms part of your holiday is the responsibility of your holiday airline and will not automatically entitle you to reimbursement of the cost of your holiday from us. Your right to a refund and/or compensation from us is set out in this section 5. If any payments to you are due from us, any payment made to you by the airline will be deducted from this amount. If your airline does not comply with these rules you should complain to the Aviation Consumer Advocacy Panel on 020 7453 6888 or at www.caa.co.uk. 6. Our Liability, Conditions of Carriage & LimitationsOur obligations, and those of our suppliers providing any service or facility included in your holiday, are to take reasonable skill and care to arrange for the provision of such services and facilities. You must show that reasonable skill and care has not been used if you wish to make any claim. Standards of, for example, safety, hygiene and quality vary throughout the transport and destinations that your holiday may involve. Sometimes these standards will be lower than those which would be expected in the UK. The suppliers of the services and facilities included in your holiday should comply with local standards where they are provided.Our liability, except in cases involving death, injury or illness, shall be limited to a maximum of 3 times the cost of your travel arrangements. Our liability in all cases will be limited in accordance with and/or in an identical manner to the contractual terms of the companies that provide the transportation for your travel arrangements. These terms are incorporated into this contract; and any relevant international convention as detailed below. We are to be regarded as having all benefit of any limitation of compensation contained in these or any conventions. You can ask for copies of the transport companies’ contractual terms, or the international conventions, from our offices Exodus Travels Ltd., Grange Mills, Weir Road, London SW12 0NE.We shall have no liability where the cause of the failure to provide, or failure in, your holiday or any death or personal injury you may suffer is not due to any fault on our part or that of our agents or suppliers, because it is either attributable to you, or attributable to someone unconnected with your holiday and is unforeseeable or unavoidable, or is attributable to our employees, agents, subcontractors and suppliers and their staff whilst acting outside the scope of their employment, or is due to information, however obtained, from outside sources such as independent third party websites, or is due to unusual or unforeseeable circumstances beyond our control, the consequences of which could not have been avoided even if all due care had been exercised, or an event which neither we, nor our agents or suppliers could have foreseen or forestalled.If any international convention applies to, or governs, any of the services or facilities included in your holiday arranged or provided by us, or provided by any of our suppliers, and you make a claim against us of any nature arising out of death, injury, loss or damage suffered during or as a result of the provision of those services or facilities, our liability to pay you compensation and/or the amount (if any) of compensation payable to you by us will be limited in accordance with and/or in an identical manner to that provided for by the international convention concerned (in each case including in respect of the conditions of liability, the time for bringing any claim and the type and amount of any damages that can be awarded). International Conventions which may apply include, without limitation: in respect of international air travel, the Warsaw Convention 1929 (as amended) or the Montreal Convention 1999; in respect of rail travel, the Berne Convention 1961; in respect of carriage by sea, the Athens Convention 1974; in respect of carriage by road, the Geneva Convention 1973; and, in respect of hotels, the Paris Convention 1962. For the avoidance of doubt, this means that we are to be regarded as having all benefit of any limitations of compensation contained in any of these Conventions or any other international conventions applicable to your holiday. Other than as set out above, and as is detailed elsewhere in these booking conditions, we shall have no legal liability whatsoever to you for any loss or damage.If you purchase any optional activities that are not part of your pre-booked itinerary, the contract for the provision of that activity will be between you and the activity provider. The decision to partake in any such activity is entirely at your own discretion and risk. If you do have any complaint about, or problem with, any optional activity purchased overseas your claim should be directed to the activity provider and not to us. However, should you or any member of your party by misadventure suffer illness, injury or death during the period of your holiday from an activity which does not form part of the arrangements made by us or an excursion purchased through us, we shall, where appropriate and subject to our absolute discretion, try to help if we can. We may help everyone on your holiday booking up to a total cost to us of £5,000 as long as the following conditions are met:(i) you must ask us for such assistance within 90 days of the misadventure; (ii) you must make a claim under your insurance policy’s legal expenses or other appropriate section. You must show us proof that your insurance company has received your claim; and(iii) in the event of there being a successful claim for costs against a third party or a suitable insurance policy or policies being in force, you must repay us the costs actually incurred by us in giving this assistance.If you are joining the holiday locally (i.e. not starting with the group from the UK) our responsibility does not commence until the appointed time, we shall not be responsible for any additional expenses incurred by you to meet up with the group. If the group arrival is delayed to the local joining point we will provide you with the same room and board basis as will be provided to the group. If the delay is for more than 24 hours we will provide you with the same services and itinerary that were detailed on your confirmation to enable you to continue with your holiday, although you may, at your discretion, remain at the local joining point for the arrival of the group.We may operate trips in regions where standards of accommodation, transport, safety, hygiene, medical facilities and other infrastructure may, at times, be lower than those you normally expect. Your booking is accepted on the understanding that you realise the hazards involved in this kind of holiday, including injury, disease, loss or damage to property, inconvenience and discomfort. The whole philosophy of this type of travel is one that allows alternatives and a substantial degree of on-trip flexibility. The outline itineraries given for each holiday must therefore be taken as an indication of what each group should accomplish, and not as a contractual obligation on our part. Changes in itinerary may be caused by local political conditions, flight cancellations, mechanical breakdown, weather, border restrictions, sickness, or other unforeseeable circumstances. Pro rata refunds will be given for services not utilised wherever possible.Please be assured that our service providers will always do the utmost to ensure your safety and well-being when on tour. On certain tours our local service providers will on day 1 of the tour ask you to sign an ‘Acceptance of Risk’ form prior to accepting your participation on the tour. The purpose of the form is to make you aware of the risks and dangers involved with travelling in these areas, and for you to agree that the service provider and the Company shall not be responsible for any claims made by you for incidents arising due to circumstances outside the service provider’s and the Company’s reasonable control. Where this is the case details are outlined in the Trip Notes and you may request a copy of the applicable form by contacting us.Please note that the timings of air, sea, road or rail departures are estimates only. These timings may be affected by operational difficulties, weather conditions or failure of passengers to check in on time.We operate all our trips in accordance with the recommendations from the UK Foreign & Commonwealth Office (FCO). If you are booking from outside the UK, you should recognise that the FCO advice may not always be aligned with the advice from your own consulate or government travel authority.Flight Notice, Flight Information & EU Blacklist.This is a notice required by European Community Regulation (EC) No.889/2002. This notice cannot be used as a basis for a claim for compensation, nor to interpret the provisions of the European Community Regulation (EC) No. 889/2002 or the Montréal Convention, and it does not form part of the contract between the carrier(s), us and you. No representation is made by the air carrier(s) or us as to the accuracy of the contents of this notice.Air carrier liability for passengers & their baggage: This information notice summarises the liability rules applied by Community air carriers as required by Community legislation and the Montréal Convention.

Compensation in the case of death or injury: There are no financial limits to the liability for passenger injury or death. For damages up to 113,100 Special Drawing Rights (“SDRs”) the air carrier cannot contest claims for compensation. Above that amount, the air carrier can defend itself against a claim by proving that it was not negligent or otherwise at fault.Advance payments: If a passenger is killed or injured, the air carrier must make an advance payment, to cover immediate economic needs, within 15 days from the identification of the person entitled to compensation. In the event of death, this advance payment shall not be less than 16,000 SDRs.Passenger delays: In case of passenger delay, the air carrier is liable for damage unless it took all reasonable measures to avoid the damage or it was impossible to take such measures. The liability for passenger delay is limited to 4,694 SDRs.Baggage delays: In case of baggage delay, the air carrier is liable for damage unless it took all reasonable measures to avoid the damage or it was impossible to take such measures. The liability for baggage delay is limited to 1,131 SDRs.Destruction, loss or damage to baggage: The air carrier is liable for destruction, loss or damage to baggage up to 1,131 SDRs. In the case of checked baggage, it is liable even if not at fault, unless the baggage was defective. In the case of unchecked baggage, the carrier is liable only if at fault.Higher limits for baggage: A passenger can benefit from a higher liability limit by making a special declaration at the latest at check-in and by paying a supplementary fee.Complaints on baggage: If the baggage is damaged, delayed, lost or destroyed, the passenger must write and complain to the air carrier as soon as possible. In the case of damage to checked baggage, the passenger must write and complain within seven days, and in the case of delay within 21 days, in both cases from the date on which the baggage was placed at the passenger’s disposal.Liability of contracting & actual carriers: If the air carrier actually performing the flight is not the same as the contracting air carrier, the passenger has the right to address a complaint or to make a claim for damages against either. If the name or code of an air carrier is indicated on the ticket, that air carrier is the contracting air carrier.Time limit for action: Any action in court to claim damages must be brought within two years from the date of arrival of the aircraft, or from the date on which the aircraft ought to have arrived.Basis for the information: The basis for the rules described above is the Montreal Convention of 28 May 1999, which is implemented in the European Community by European Community Regulation (EC) No. 2027/97 (as amended by European Community Regulation (EC) No. 889/2002) and national legislation of the Member States.In accordance with European Community Regulation (EC) No. 2111/2005, Article 9, we are required to bring to your attention the existence of a ‘Community list’ which contains details of air carriers that are subject to an operating ban within the European Community. The Community list is available for inspection at www.ec.europa.eu/transport/modes/air/safety/air-ban/.In accordance with European Community Regulation (EC) No. 2111/2005 we are required to advise you of the actual carrier operating your flight/connecting flight/transfer. We do this by listing carriers to be used or likely to be used as follows: British Airways, Turkish Airlines, Iberia, IcelandAir, South African Airways, KLM, Air Namibia, Ethiopian Airlines, Royal Air Maroc, Swiss International Air Lines, Tunisair, Kenya Airways, Air China, Etihad Airways, Gulf Air, Sri Lankan Airlines, Qatar Airways, Japan Airlines, Royal Jordanian, Thai Airways, Jet Airways, Air Canada, Virgin Atlantic, Aerolineas Argentinas, Finnair. Emirates, LAN Airlines, Air New Zealand, Air Europa, SAS, Air France, TAM, Korean Air, Croatia Airlines, Thomson Airways, EgyptAir, Malaysia Airlines, Adria Airways, Alitalia, EasyJet, TAROM, Air Madagascar, Air Botswana, TAP Portugal, Delta Airlines, Bulgaria Air, Lufthansa, Aeroflot, Norwegian, American Airlines, United Airlines, Vietnam Airlines, Singapore Airlines, Cathay Pacific, Uzbekistan Airways, Aegean Airlines, Pegasus Airlines, SATA International, Ukraine International Airlines, Eva Air, Bangkok Airways, Air Malta, Precisionair, Meridiana, Brussels Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Flybe, Aer Lingus, Austrian Airlines, Avianca, JAT Airways, Aeromexico, Air Baltic, Air Zimbabwe, Caribbean Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, China Southern Airlines, Cubana, El Al, Garuda Indonesia, Iran Air, LOT Polish Airlines, Middle East Airlines, Monarch, Oman Air, Lao Airlines, Vueling Airlines, Jet2The airline may use wide and narrow-body jets. Any changes to the actual airline after you have received your tickets will be notified to you as soon as possible and in all cases at check-in or at the boarding gate. Such a change is deemed to be a minor change. Other examples of minor changes include alteration of your outward/return flights by less than 12 hours, changes to aircraft type, change of accommodation to another of the same standard. Some flights may need to stop en route. If we know about this in advance we will tell you. Flight times shown in the brochure, on the website and on your booking confirmation are not guaranteed. Actual flight times are shown on your e-tickets. Flight times are local times based on the 24-hr system.Please check with the airline regarding luggage allowance limits and the maximum allowable single item baggage weight. If you have a medical condition, serious illness, recently undergone surgery, or have suffered a recent accident, you must advise us and your airline and you may need to be cleared for travel by the airline which will involve obtaining a Fit to Fly Certificate from your GP. 7. Complaints.If you have a complaint about your arrangements whilst away, you must immediately notify our local representative or your Group Leader and the relevant supplier of the service. If you are not happy with their action in response please follow this up within 35 days of your return home by emailing us at [email protected] or by writing to Customer Services, Exodus Travels Ltd., Grange Mills, Weir Road, London, SW12 0NE, giving your booking reference and all relevant information. We will acknowledge your written notification within 7 days and aim to provide a full response within 28 days.We can also offer you ABTA’s scheme for the resolution of disputes which is approved by the Chartered Trading Standards Institute. If we can’t resolve your complaint, go to www.abta.com to use ABTA’s simple procedure. Further information on the Code and ABTA’s assistance in resolving disputes can be found on www.abta.com. You can also access the European Commission Online Dispute Resolution (ODR) platform at http://ec.europa.eu/consumers/odr/. This ODR platform is a means of registering your complaint with us; it will not determine how your complaint should be resolved. If you prefer, you can take your complaint to the County Court or another suitable court. Information regarding complaints may be shared with other tour operators.8. Details of Insurance.Adequate and valid travel insurance is mandatory for all clients while on one of our tours. You are strongly advised to insure yourself against any possible risk that may occur and in particular to ensure that you have sufficient insurance in respect of dependent relatives on whom your trip may depend. You are required to carry proof of insurance with you and produce it if reasonably requested by Company employees or suppliers; failure to do so may result in your being prevented from certain participating in certain activities without the right to any refund. The insurance scheme we offer is designed to cover all activities included in our itineraries and the featured optional extras. Please note, however, that this policy may not cover you for any activities you purchase that are not pre-booked nor featured in official Exodus Travels literature. If you choose not to take our insurance you are responsible for ensuring that you are in possession of travel insurance for the entire duration of the tour in respect of at least medical expenses, injury, death, repatriation, cancellation and curtailment, with cover/benefits equal to/greater than the insurance we offer. If you make your own insurance arrangements you must ensure that there are no exclusion clauses which limit cover for the type of activities included, or the altitudes attained, in your tour. Exodus will not be responsible for costs you may incur as a result of not having valid or adequate travel insurance. It is the responsibility of all our clients to declare any material facts including known medical conditions to their insurers, as failure to do so may result in a claim being reduced or declined.9. Visa, Health, Passport, Travel Documentation.Whilst we are able to provide basic advice to clients regarding passports and visa requirements, you should check with the appropriate embassy, consulate or the British Foreign and Commonwealth Office for the exact requirements for your chosen tour and date of travel. It is your responsibility to ensure that you have the correct passport and visas to gain access to any country/region included in the travel arrangements which you purchase from us, including, but not limited to, checking that your passport has the required period of validity left on it. If you fail to do so, we have no liability to you for any cost, loss or damage which you suffer, nor will we refund you the cost of any unused portion of your travel arrangements. In some cases, countries will refuse entry to clients who have criminal records. Should you be concerned about this, please check with the embassy or consulate of the countries to which you are travelling. The lead name is entirely responsible for ensuring that all members of the group have the correct and valid documentation for travel. We cannot accept responsibility for any failure to comply resulting in any costs or fines being incurred and we advise you to check with your passport office or the consulate in question if you have any queries. Clients travelling overland to certain destinations may need to also pass through controls of other countries en-route so this should be allowed for with any passport/visa applications. When travelling to the U.S. you must have the correct passport to travel on the Visa Waiver Programme or have obtained the correct visa, valid for your stay. Each person wishing to visit the U.S. must have either: i) an e-passport (if your passport is issued after 26 October 2006), or a machine readable passport (containing a digital photograph) if your passport is issued after the 26 October 2005 and a Visa Waiver Form or ii) a valid passport and a valid visa which must be obtained before travel from the U.S. authorities. The U.S. authorities require passengers travelling to the U.S. under the Visa Waiver Programme to register on the Electronic System for Travel Authorisation (ESTA). If you have not applied for and received travel authorisation via ESTA prior to travel you may be denied boarding, experience delayed processing, or be denied admission at the U.S. port of entry. However, neither possession of a visa nor meeting the basic requirements for travelling visa-free on the Visa Waiver Programme guarantees admission to the U.S. As with most countries, the final decision is made by immigration officials at the port of entry. You can apply online by completing the application form at www.esta.cbp.dhs.gov and paying a fee. If you are refused boarding or denied admission at the U.S. port of entry, you will still be subject to our cancellation charges in accordance with the terms of our contract with you. For additional specifics about the Visa Waiver Programme please consult the Visa Waiver Programme information on the U.S. Embassy London website www.usembassy.org.uk. We recommend that you carry your ESTA approval with you when you travel and recommend you register at least 72 hours before departure. Please Note: when you register for ESTA you must have a valid passport at the time of registration and for any travel to the USA your passport must be an e-Passport that contains the microchip and the e-passport symbol. If you have applied for a post dated passport (for example to reflect a change in name) this passport will not be valid until the effective date noted in the passport. Children and minors wanting to travel with a Visa Waiver Form must hold their own machine readable passport or e-passport. Please note

that the nationals of some countries can only travel to the U.S. if they have a valid visa as they are not eligible for the Visa Waiver Programme. There is a $14 fee per person charge which is payable by credit or debit card when applying. As announced by the U.S. Customs and Border Protection, this fee will recover the costs incurred by the U.S. Customs and Border Protection of providing and administering the ESTA system and is in addition to the mandatory $10 travel promotion fee established by the Travel Promotion Act of 2009. This is subject to change. When travelling to Canada you must check with your foreign office and the Canadian authorities that you have the correct passport and comply with the visa requirements. Under Canada’s ETA program, citizens from countries other than the United States, who do not need a visa to enter Canada, will need to obtain an online authorization before flying to Canada, unless otherwise exempted. The earlier travellers get their eTA, the sooner they will benefit from knowing they have been pre-screened to enter Canada. A fee of $7 is payable for processing an application for an electronic travel authorization. An application for an electronic travel authorization must be made by means of an electronic system that is made available by the Department (Citizenship and Immigration Canada) for that purpose. An electronic travel authorization is valid for a period of five years from the day on which it is issued to the applicant or until the earliest of the following days, if they occur before the end of that period: (a) the day on which the applicant’s passport or other travel document expires, (b) the day on which the electronic travel authorization is cancelled, or (c) the day on which a new electronic travel authorization is issued to the applicant.The Cuban authorities require proof of valid medical insurance before allowing visitors to gain entry to the country. It is essential that you have a copy of a valid travel insurance policy, insurance certificate or other suitable evidence in your possession on arrival in Cuba. Please ensure that you keep the policy documents easily to hand upon arrival. U.S. residents visiting Cuba must ensure that any medical insurance policy that they purchase covers them for travel to Cuba.Please note that for some trips we need to request special permits, and as such we will require your passport details prior to accepting your booking. Furthermore, if you renew your passport after you have booked, you may be required to take your old passport with you to maintain the validity of the permit.We are able to advise on mandatory health requirements; however, we are not medical experts. It is your responsibility to ensure that you obtain proper and detailed medical advice at least two months prior to travel for the latest health requirements, recommendations for your destination and any costs. Where you do not do so and either are not allowed to enter any country, or suffer personal injury or death as a result, we have no liability to you for any cost, loss or damage which you suffer nor will we refund you the cost of any unused portion of your travel arrangements. Clients with existing medical problems, pregnant women and anyone who has recently visited other countries should check requirements with their general practitioner. You must advise us and you may need to be cleared for travel from your GP (who may charge you for such and, for the avoidance of doubt, we are not liable for any such charges or related costs). Some of our suppliers request you to complete a medical form which itself may require you to obtain a certificate or note from your GP at your own cost.When assessing whether tours or expeditions will operate we use information from our local offices in conjunction with advice from the British Foreign and Commonwealth Office and other relevant government bodies. It is your responsibility to acquaint yourself with the travel advice provided by these government bodies. Check the UK Government departments’ website at https://www.gov.uk/browse/abroad for advice and the latest information about passports, travel and living abroad, including without limitation foreign travel advice to specific countries.10. Local Laws & Customs & Travel AwareLaws and customs of the country/ies you visit can be very different to those in the UK. Be aware of your actions to ensure that they do not offend, especially if you intend to visit religious areas. There may be serious penalties for doing something that might not be illegal in the UK. You are strongly advised to check with the appropriate embassy, consulate or British and Commonwealth Office or www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice for further information regarding local laws and customs of the country/ies you plan to visit. It is your responsibility to familiarise yourself with, and respect local laws and customs. If you fail to do so, we will have no liability to you for any cost, loss or damage which you suffer nor will we refund you the cost of any unused portion of your travel arrangements. You are also recommended to read the Foreign Office’s “Travel Aware” guidance to familiarise yourself with Government advice for overseas travel. This advice can be found at https://travelaware.campaign.gov.uk/11. Privacy Policy.Exodus Travels Limited’s Privacy Policy sets out what information we collect, how we collect it and what we do with it. Our Privacy Policy applies to you and is available on our website and through other channels. In all your dealings with us you must ensure that others you represent are aware of the content of our Privacy Policy and consent to your acting on their behalf.INFORMATION ABOUT YOUYour InformationThis refers to a combination of information such as your name, contact details, travel preferences and special needs/disabilities/dietary requirements that you supply us or is supplied to us, including your social preferences, interests and activities and any information about other persons you represent (such as those on your booking). Your information is collected when you request information from us, contact us (and vice versa), make a booking, use our website(s)/apps, link to or from our website(s)/apps, connect with us via social media and any other engagement we or our business partners have with you.We will update your information whenever we can to keep it current, accurate and complete.Our use of your InformationFor the purpose of providing you with our services, including your flight, holiday, security, incident/accident management or insurance, etc., we may disclose and process your information outside the UK/EEA. In order for you to travel abroad, it may be mandatory (as required by government authorities at the point(s) of departure and/or destination) to disclose and process your information for immigration, border control, security and anti-terrorism purposes, or any other purposes which they determine appropriate. Some countries will only permit travel if you provide your advance passenger data (for example Caricom API and US secure flight data). These requirements may differ depending on your destination and you are advised to check. Even if not mandatory, we may exercise our discretion to assist where appropriate.1. We may collect and process your information for the purposes set out below and in our registration with the Office of the Information Commissioner, and disclose the same to our group companies for business purposes and also to companies and our service providers who act as “data processors” on our behalf, or to credit and fraud agencies (some of whom are located outside the UK/EEA). These purposes include administration, service, quality and improvement-related activities, customer care, product innovation and choice, business management, operation and efficiencies, re-organisation/structuring/sale of our business (or group companies), risk assessment/management, security, fraud and crime prevention/detection, monitoring, research and analysis, social media, reviews, advertising and marketing, loyalty programmes, profiling customer purchasing preferences, activities and trends, dispute resolution/litigation, credit checking and debt collection.2. Information (such as health or religion) may be considered “sensitive personal data” under the Data Protection Act 1998. We collect it to provide you with our services, cater to your needs or act in your interest, and we are only prepared to accept sensitive personal data on the condition that we have your positive consent. By booking with us you also agree for your insurers, their agents and medical staff to exchange relevant information and sensitive personal data with us in circumstances where we/they need to act on your behalf or in the interest of passengers or in an emergency.If you do not agree to Our use of Your information above, we cannot engage/do business with you or accept your booking. Marketing material 1. Using your information, we may from time to time contact you with or make available to you (directly or indirectly) information on offers of goods and services, brochures, new products, forthcoming events or competitions from our holiday divisions. In our marketing material we may occasionally also include information about selected business partners that provide outdoor clothing products, equipment and related travel services. We will tailor the information you receive or see; this will enable us to make available to you more personalised and relevant communications. We may use innovative technologies and work with business partners to achieve this.2. We will assume you agree to email when you make an e-booking or provide us with your email in other situations such as in-store, competitions, promotions, prize draws and social media3. If you do not wish to receive such information or would like to change your preference, please refer to point (2) of “Your Rights” below.Your rights1. On completing our Data Subject Access Request form, you are entitled to a copy of the information we hold about you (for a £10 fee) and to correct any inaccuracies.2. You have the right to ask in writing not to receive direct marketing material from us. If available, you can amend your previous preference on our website(s), use our “unsubscribe email”, opt-out of personalised emails or refer to our literature containing instructions. Once properly notified by you, we will take steps to stop using your information in this way.3. For a list of relevant brands, please send us your request. Please write to Exodus Travels Limited, Travelopia Legal Department, Origin One, 108 High Street, Crawley, West Sussex, RH10 1BD.Posting your images on our website1. You have the option to upload your holiday images on to our website once you have opened a ‘My Exodus’ account. Who sees your photos is determined by the settings you select in your ‘My Exodus’ account. You may choose to send an email to your ‘Friends’ including a link to your photo album(s) saved in your ‘My Exodus’ account. To enable this link to be forwarded to your friends you will need to supply an email address for your friend(s). Exodus will not use the friend’s email address supplied for marketing purposes. When you choose to share your online images with Friends, those individuals will be able to view your album. Please note, as with any email, your friends could forward the email invitation to others, who will then be able to click on the link to the album within the email, and see the pictures too.2. You may choose to ‘Share your album with everyone’ and thereby publish your album on the Exodus Website by assigning it a 3-character trip code. Your album will then be displayed in the Images section for that trip and will potentially be visible to anyone that visits the Website.3. Exodus employees or employees of partner companies that provide services to Exodus may see your photos even if they are not published on the Website as a result of carrying out maintenance on the Website or correcting problems with your account.

Foreign controlsOutside the European Economic Area (EEA), data protection controls may not be as strong as the legal requirements in this country.Use of Tools/”Cookies” And Links To Other WebsitesIf our contact and dealing with you is via our website(s) or other e-platforms where our advertising is displayed, cookies may be used. To find out more about the types of cookies on our website(s), how we use cookies, to disable them or to change your preference and more, please refer to the information provided on our website(s). Other e-platforms may have different options and instructions. By using our website(s), you consent to our use of cookies.Our website(s) may contain links to third party websites or micro-sites not controlled or owned by us. For example, reference sites or ancillary products and services sites or websites owned by our sister companies. It is your responsibility to check the status of these sites before using them. Please read their applicable terms and conditions, etc. carefully.MonitoringTo ensure that we carry out your instructions accurately, improve our service and for security and fraud, we may review, monitor and/or record: (1) telephone calls; (2) activities using CCTV in and around our premises; (3) transactions and activities at all points of contact; and (4) web, social media and app traffic, activities, etc. All recordings and derivative materials are and shall remain our sole property.Security StatementWe have taken all reasonable steps and have in place appropriate security measures to protect your information.Changes To This PolicyAny changes to this Policy will be either posted on our website, brochure and/or made available on requestDATA NOTICES Customer Data: To provide your holiday and ensure that it runs smoothly, we (and your travel agent, if you use one) need to use information such as your name and address, special needs, dietary requirements, etc. Please be informed that we must pass it to suppliers of your travel arrangements, including airlines, hotels and transport companies; we may also supply it to security or credit checking companies, and to public authorities such as customs and immigration. When you make this booking, you consent to this information being passed to the relevant people. Information held by your travel agent is subject to that company’s own data protection policy.Caricom API Data: Please note that some or all of the Caricom states listed below have entered into an agreement with the USA whereby advance passenger data, required by and provided to Caricom states for border security purposes, will be passed to the USA Department for Homeland Security for processing on behalf of those Caricom states listed as follows: Anguilla, Antigua and Barbuda, The Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Bermuda, British Virgin Islands, Cayman Islands, Dominica, Grenada, Guyana, Haiti, Jamaica, Montserrat, Saint Lucia, St Kitts and Nevis, St Vincent and the Grenadines, Surinam, Trinidad and Tobago, Turks and Caicos Islands. Collectively members or associate members of ‘Caricom’. The UK Information Commissioner’s Office has accepted that this will not breach the Data Protection Act but that we are required to bring this to your attention. US Secure Flight Data: The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) requires you to provide your full name, date of birth, and gender for the purpose of watch list screening, under the authority of 49 U.S.C. section 114, the Intelligence Reform and Terrorism Prevention Act of 2004 and 49 C.F.R parts 1540 and 1560. You may also provide your Redress Number, if available. Failure to provide your full name, date of birth, and gender may result in denial of transport or denial of authority to enter the boarding area. TSA may share information you provide with law enforcement or intelligence agencies or others under its published system of records notice. For more on TSA privacy policies, or to review the system of records notice and the privacy impact assessment, please see the TSA website at www.tsa.gov.Any likeness or image of you secured or taken on any of our holidays may be used by the Company without charge in all media (whether now existing or in the future invented) for bona fide promotional or marketing purposes, including without limitation promotional materials of any kind, such as brochures, slides, video shows and the internet.12. Leader Authority & Behaviour.On an active group holiday, it is necessary that you abide by the authority of the leader, who represents the Company. If you commit any illegal act when on the holiday or if in our reasonable opinion or the reasonable opinion of the leader or another person in authority your behaviour is disruptive, threatening or abusive, causes unnecessary inconvenience or is causing or likely to cause damage to property, danger, distress or upset, disturbance or annoyance to others or puts any other traveller or our staff in any risk or danger, on the telephone, in writing or in person, we may terminate your travel arrangements without any liability on our part. If the Captain of your flight or ferry or any of our overseas staff or agents believes that you could be disruptive or that you are suffering from a contagious disease, they can also refuse to let you proceed with your travel arrangements, restrict your movements on board, disembark you from the ferry or aircraft, or remove you from your accommodation or excursion. If this means you are not allowed to board the flight outbound from the UK, we will treat your booking as cancelled by you from that moment, and you will have to pay full cancellation charges. If this occurs overseas then you will become responsible for your own return home and any other members of your group who cannot or will not travel without you. In any of these circumstances no refunds or compensation will be paid to you and we will not be liable for any costs or expenses you incur. If you are refused carriage because of your behaviour, or you are under the influence of alcohol or drugs, your airline may pass on your details and date of refusal of carriage to other airlines for their information. This in turn may make it difficult for you to book other airline tickets. In any of these circumstances, no refunds or compensation will be paid to you and we may make a claim against you for any damages, costs and expenses (including legal expenses) incurred as a result of your behaviour including but not limited to (i) repairing or replacing property lost, damaged or destroyed by you, (ii) compensating any passenger, crew, staff or agent affected by your actions and (iii) diverting the aircraft or ferry to remove you. Criminal proceedings may also be instigated. If you are affected by any condition, medical or otherwise, that might affect your or other people’s enjoyment of the holiday, you must advise us of this at the time of booking.For the purpose of this section, reference to “you” or “your” includes any person in your party.13. Your Accommodation.Any accommodation we arrange for you must only be used by those people named on your Confirmation Invoice (or on latest Amendment Invoice issued). You are not allowed to share the accommodation or let anyone else stay there. You are responsible for the cost of any damage caused to your accommodation or its contents during your stay. These charges must be met by you and may have to be paid locally.14. Trip NotesIf we issue detailed trip notes for your booking these trip notes and all the information contained therein will be deemed to be part of the contract. Trip notes available from our website or by post from Exodus Travels, Grange Mills, Weir Road, London, SW12 0NE, contain up-to-date definitive information about the itinerary and travel arrangements. Should there be a discrepancy between the information in the brochure or website and the trip notes, the information in the trip notes supersedes that in the brochure or on the website and will be considered the most up-to-date and accurate.15. Special RequestsWe will consider special requests such as dietary requirements or specific rooming arrangements when you book. We will tell you whether there is a charge for the request. We can only guarantee requests for which there is a charge, or those that are confirmed in writing. It is your responsibility to advise us of any special requirements.16. Participation RequirementsAll clients are expected to satisfy themselves prior to booking that they are fit and able to complete the itinerary of their chosen holiday as described in this brochure.By booking an Exodus tour you acknowledge that this is an active holiday which may test your physical ability and may consist of strenuous and demanding activities. You are therefore responsible for ensuring you are aware of the nature of the associated activities and physical requirements before you book. By confirming your booking, you acknowledge that you have the appropriate levels of ability, fitness and good health to safely participate in the tour.By confirming your booking, you accept that the Company’s tour leaders have the authority to prevent you from participating in any part of a tour should they have concerns about (a) your ability to safely partake in an activity or (b) your physical ability to complete an activity in the required timescale. In the event the leader deems such a decision is necessary, we will reasonably endeavour to make alternative arrangements, but we will not be liable to provide any refunds for missed activities and you may be liable for additional costs incurred.Anyone suffering from mobility impairment, illness or disability or undergoing treatment for any physical or medical condition must declare the true nature of such condition at the time of booking and make arrangements for the provision of any medication or other treatment which may be required during the holiday. Failure to make such disclosure will constitute a breach of these booking conditions and result in such persons being excluded from the holiday in which case all monies paid will be forfeit.No unaccompanied minors (those under 18 years of age) can be accepted however (a) minors aged between 3 -17 years may accompany their parents on tours designated as family adventures and (b) older teenagers may be allowed to join group tours provided they are accompanied by a parent or guardian who accepts full responsibility for them. (c) minors aged between 10 and 17 may accompany their parents on certain tours designated as Polar holidays.Under European law, if you are disabled or have difficulty moving around, you can receive free assistance when you fly. Please contact us if you wish to find out more information.17. Law & JurisdictionIf you booked your holiday in any jurisdiction other than in Scotland or Northern Ireland (including any booking via the Internet), this contract, and any other claim or dispute arising from or related to this contract, will be governed by English law and the courts of England and Wales shall have exclusive jurisdiction over any claim arising out of it. If you booked your holiday in Scotland, this contract, and any claim or dispute arising from or related to this contract, will be governed by Scottish law and the courts of Scotland shall have exclusive jurisdiction over any claim arising out of it. If you booked your holiday in Northern Ireland, this contract, and any claim or dispute arising from or related to this contract, will be governed by Northern Irish law and the courts of Northern Ireland shall have exclusive jurisdiction over any claim arising out of it.



THE EXODUS TRAVEL INSURANCE POLICYThe Exodus Travel Insurance Policy automatically provides cover for all activities (including optional activities) undertaken as part of your Exodus trip including trekking at altitude, white water rafting at any grade, scuba diving and canyoning.

IMPORTANT: Many normal policies may not include, or may restrict, cover for adventure travel.

EASY TO ARRANGE ANNUAL OR SINGLE TRIP TRAVEL INSURANCE - PLEASE CALL US FOR A QUOTE ON 0208 772 3747 OR VISIT OUR WEBSITE exodus.co.uk/insurance FOR MORE DETAILS

It is an essential condition of joining an Exodus holiday that you have a valid travel insurance policy, not only to cover the cost of medical treatment, but also to protect the value of your holiday in the event of cancellation. If you do not arrange your travel insurance directly with Exodus we will require confirmation that you have arranged alternative valid travel insurance in order to travel with us.

ESSENTIAL INFORMATIONTrip NotesThe Trip Notes form part of the contract with you and they contain the most up-to-date information about our holidays, including details about the itinerary, inclusions and exclusions. Please download the latest version before your trip. Flights & TransfersFlight Inclusive prices include return flights from a London airport and UK departure tax. If travelling on the designated group flights, return airport transfers will also be included at the destination, but if travelling on non-group flights, airport transfers will be at an additional cost unless shown in your documentation as a free or included transfer; please ask your sales consultant for details. If you book on a Land Only basis, services start and end at the local joining point detailed in the Trip Notes, brochure and website. Accommodation The Trip Notes describe the type of accommodation used, including details about camping, huts, teahouses, bathroom facilities and any nights spent in multi-share rooms. Our aim, wherever possible, is to use properties that are in keeping with the area that we visit and are locally-owned. All accommodation is carefully chosen, but please be aware that electricity, plumbing and hot water can sometimes be erratic, and other facilities will vary in standard.Our prices are based on twin-share accommodation which means that if you book on your own, we will arrange for you to share with a person of the same sex. You must satisfy yourself that you do not have any conditions or preferences which may preclude you from sharing a room. We will provide twin rooms for non-couples and we will do our best to provide double rooms for couples if this is requested this at the time of booking. Wherever possible we offer optional single supplements. In the case that it is not possible to secure single accommodation for the whole tour, details can be found in the Trip Notes. Please be aware that paying a single supplement does not guarantee you sole use of a twin or double room, and that single rooms are often smaller than a standard twin or double room. We do not arrange room shares for single travellers on self-guided trips, so single supplements are compulsory.Group size Most of our trips are group holidays and require a certain number of participants to operate; we indicate normal group sizes in the Trip Notes and website. In the unlikely event that a trip does not reach the normal minimum, we may be forced to cancel the tour; a decision will be made as early as possible and at the latest between eight and six weeks before departure, unless there are late cancellations from other passengers. We reserve the right to confirm trips on numbers lower than the minimum indicated and occasionally we may exceed the normal maximum. If at the time of booking your trip is not guaranteed, we strongly recommend that you do not make any non-refundable or non-changeable travel arrangements.Age requirementsThe minimum age for each itinerary is shown in the Trip Notes. For most adult tours the minimum age is 16 years, however those aged 16 and 17 years must be accompanied by an adult. On the vast majority of Exodus tours we do not have the exclusive use of properties so there is always the possibility that there will be children staying at the same hotels or lodges at the same time as our groups. There is no upper age limit, but as most holidays are quite active we may ask clients over the age of 80 a number of questions about their health and fitness.

WHEN YOU BOOKDietary requirementsPlease advise us of any dietary requirements so that we can pass this information on to the airlines and our local operators. We will endeavour to cater to your requirements, but in some cases you may have more limited options and we may suggest you consider bringing some personal supplies to supplement what can be provided locally.Pre-existing conditions and fitnessYou must advise our customer services team of any pre-existing conditions, illnesses, disabilities or recent surgeries which may affect your safety or other people’s enjoyment of the holiday. Please read the Trip Notes carefully for details of the level of the activity and any necessary experience required on your holiday. It is your responsibility to ensure that the trip or activity is suitable for you and that you are fit enough to participate. If you are worried about any pre-existing medical condition or if you are unsure of your own physical ability, we recommend that you seek medical advice prior to booking. In certain cases we may require a doctor’s letter confirming your suitability to join a specific trip.

InsuranceIt is an essential condition of joining an Exodus trip that you have an adequate and valid travel insurance policy for the full duration of your trip to cover the cost of medical treatment, cancellation and curtailment, and the activities included in our holidays (including the maximum altitude reached).

BEFORE YOU GOPassportsBritish nationals require a full passport which must be valid for six months after the date of your scheduled return home. If you are not a British national, other regulations may apply and you should check with the nearest embassy of the country you intend to visit.VisasObtaining any visas that are required is your responsibility. Details of current visa requirements for the country you are visiting or for transit destinations, such as the USA, are given in the Trip Notes. Visa regulations can, and do, change, sometimes at short notice, but where we become aware of changes to regulations, we will notify you. We cannot be held responsible for mistakes by embassies or third parties, sudden changes to regulations or actions of border officials.Health requirementsThe Trip Notes list vaccination requirements for the countries visited on each trip. We strongly recommend that you contact your doctor or a travel health clinic for up-to-date advice. If you are from an EU member state and are travelling within Europe, you should enquire about the European Health Insurance Card (EHIC); this gives a certain degree of free medical care in many European countries, but should not be considered a substitute for travel insurance.Travel adviceOur holidays are run in adherence with the travel advice provided by the UK Foreign & Commonwealth Office (FCO). For up-to-date FCO advice on all the countries we travel to, please visit https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice. Should there be any change in advice prior to or during travel, we may have to cancel or curtail a tour at short notice, or re-route an itinerary part way through.

DURING YOUR TRIPLeadersYou must abide by the authority of the tour leader; if the leader deems you to be unfit or unsuitable for a particular activity, you may not be allowed to participate with the rest of the group (see the Participation Requirements section of our booking conditions). If by choice or necessity you leave the group, we may not be able to supply alternative services, leaders, activities or any refund.Adventure travel warningWhilst we ensure that all activities are operated to the local legal standard and that risk assessments are carried out annually, many of our holidays do carry an element of risk. On many of our tours, the areas are remote and events far less predictable than on a conventional holiday. Health, safety and operational standards, particularly of hotels and transport, are often not up to the levels we experience at home. We require that all the properties and transport we use comply fully with local regulations, but we do not guarantee the same standards as in your home country. If you choose to travel on this type of holiday, you must be prepared to accept that this is all part of the experience.Outdoor activities are weather dependent to an extent and some can become dangerous in certain conditions. If the leader feels there is any heightened level of risk involved in an activity, they may amend or cancel it as they see fit, in which case we will do our best to offer an alternative activity. Adverse weather conditions, political situations and a host of other uncontrollable factors can mean a change in itinerary. It is unlikely that an itinerary would be substantially altered, but if changes are necessary, we will make the best possible alternative arrangements which maintain the integrity of the original itinerary. We will do everything we can to minimise the effect, but we cannot be held responsible for the impact of changes outside our control. Crime and other security risks exist in all countries and whilst travelling in a group is a safeguard, it is not a guarantee of safety. We will take all reasonable care of you and expect that you will take sensible precautions yourself.AltitudeAs detailed in the Trip Notes, some of our trips go to altitudes (3000m and above) where there is a risk of being affected by Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS). Our itineraries are designed to enable everyone to acclimatise to these altitudes, but you should be aware that it is still possible for you to be affected. A number of medical

conditions can reduce the body’s ability to acclimatise and may make you more susceptible to AMS. If you are worried about any pre-existing medical condition or if you are unsure of your own physical ability, we recommend that you seek medical advice prior to booking. Snow reliabilityWe have taken care to select locations that have good snow reliability and during normal winters, all the activities we describe should be possible. In the event of poor conditions, we will do our best to get you to the nearest available snow or to arrange a suitable alternative package of similar activities. We are not able to offer a guarantee of snow, nor will we regard poor snow conditions immediately prior to a trip to be a valid reason for cancellation, as conditions can change very quickly and just one fall of snow can improve conditions considerably.Travelling as a family On all trips, local staff are there to help ensure the holiday runs as smoothly as possible and to sort out the best possible alternatives in the unlikely event that it does not. During free time or if you decide to opt out of a part of the itinerary, you are responsible for your family and any arrangements that may need to be made. it is your responsibility to look after your young ones and under no circumstances should this responsibility fall on our staff or any fellow travellers outside your immediate family.Family accommodationThe Trip Notes provide specific details about rooming arrangements for families of various sizes. In general, however, families of two will have one twin room, families of three will have a triple room where available (although triple rooms will often be a twin room with an additional mattress or bed), families of four will have two twin rooms and larger families will have a combination of twin and triple rooms. On camping trips, tents are usually for two clients only and where communal accommodation is used, all adults and children are put together and privacy will be limited. Whilst we do our very best to ensure that families are allocated rooms close together, we cannot guarantee this as most family holidays take place in peak season, so we have little control over the location of rooms.Local bike conditions1) A hire bike is included in the price of all cycling holidays, excluding our Drop Bars

trips. At the time of booking we will need to take your height in order to reserve equipment.

2) There may on occasions be insufficient bikes available in the correct size; we will endeavour to find suitable alternative equipment, but this cannot be guaranteed. We will tell you before you book whether suitably sized bikes are available.

3) The equipment remains the property of the supplier and you may not sell, hire out or part possession with the equipment.

4) You must not misuse the equipment and you must return it in the same condition as when received (ordinary wear and tear excepted). The supplier is entitled to charge for any damage caused to the equipment during the period of hire.

5) You must ensure that the equipment is adequately secured when not in use. In the event of the equipment being lost or stolen, you may be liable for the replacement value of the equipment

6) You must not use the equipment whilst under the influence of drink or drugs and should immediately notify the Supplier in the event of breakdown or loss.

Bringing your own bikeAny client bringing their own bike will receive a discount off the price of the holiday; you will need to advise us at the time of booking if you are taking your own bike. Any clients bringing their own bike should ensure they have adequate cover for loss, damage or theft under their travel, home contents or a specialist insurance policy as if Exodus is confident that we have taken all reasonable care to ensure the safety of your bike, in the rare event of loss, damage or theft you will need to claim under you own insurance policy.Your safety and cycle helmetsExodus believes that all cyclists should wear cycle helmets in the interests of safety. Wearing a helmet is now mandatory for anyone taking part in any guided Exodus cycling holiday. Anyone who does not follow the instructions of the group leader in this regard may be excluded from the current or future trips. Group members must bring their own helmets, as they are not available for hire, even if they are hiring a bike from Exodus. The safety of all is paramount to Exodus which is why we take this firm stand. For self-guided cycling holidays wearing a helmet is a highly recommended. Customers who choose to ignore our advice do so entirely at their own risk and on the understanding that it may affect the validity of their travel insurance. It should also be noted that in some countries we travel to wearing a helmet is already a legal requirement.

EUROPEAN & WORLDWIDE SINGLE TRIP INSURANCE: PLEASE CALL US FOR A QUOTE

WORLDWIDE ANNUAL MULTI-TRIP INSURANCE: PLEASE CALL US FOR A QUOTE • Any number of trips permitted within one year, including travel booked

independently of Exodus• Special rate for couples; you are also covered if travelling independently of

each other• Up to four children aged 18 years or less at time of booking can go FREE and

are covered for independent travel e.g. school trips. Children must be named on the policy and reside permanently with a parent who is an insured person.

• Includes winter sports cover

This annual policy is not available to persons aged 66 years and over at the time of arranging the insurance.

Please note that there are a maximum number of days for any single journey.

• Competitive rates available for trips of varying durations; please call us for more information

• Reduced child rates for children aged 18 years or under at time of booking if travelling with an adult insured under the scheme

Premiums are doubled for persons aged 66 to 74 years

SUMMARY OF COVER: (PER PERSON UP TO) PLEASE NOTE: Full details of the cover provided are shown on your policy document which will be sent to you upon receipt of payment of premium. Please read it carefully to ensure you understand the cover provided as this insurance is being offered on a Non Advised basis from a single insurer. Should you require it, a copy can be downloaded from exodus.co.uk.

Certain terms, conditions, exclusions and excesses apply, in particular cover is excluded for any pre-existing medical condition from which you or any person upon whom travel depends are suffering. If in doubt please contact our medical helpline in confidence on 01702 427 237.The policy document contains a 14 day Cooling Off Period, and includes details of how to claim and who to contact in the event of a medical emergency. Details correct at time of going to print.

This insurance is arranged by Campbell Irvine Ltd who are authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA). Exodus is an Appointed Representative of Campbell Irvine Ltd. Their registration numbers can be checked with the FCA’s by visiting www.fca.org.uk or by contacting them on 0800 111 6768.

• Medical Expenses £10,000,000• Personal Liability £2,000,000• Personal Accident £50,000• Cancellation or Curtailment £5,000*

• Cancellation due to Delayed Departure £2,000• Personal Effects £2,000• Legal Expenses £15,000

*Standard cover is up to a maximum holiday value of £5,000 per person. Where the cost of your holiday is over £5,000, additional cancellation cover is available up to a maximum value of £10,000.

74 BOOKING CONDITIONS

YOUR FINANCIAL PROTECTION We will provide you with financial protection for any ATOL protected flight or flight inclusive holiday that you buy from us by way of our Air Travel Organiser’s Licence number 2582, administered by the Civil Aviation Authority (‘CAA’). When you buy an ATOL protected flight or flight inclusive holiday from us you will receive an ATOL Certificate. This lists what is financially protected, where you can get information on what this means for you and who to contact if things go wrong. Please see our booking conditions for further information or for more information about financial protection and the ATOL Certificate go to: www.atol.org.uk/ATOLCertificate. If you book a holiday with us ‘land-only’ (ie without international flights) we will provide you with financial protection by way of a bond held by ABTA. For further information, visit the ABTA website. Exodus Travels is a Member of ABTA, membership number Y0751. We are obliged to maintain a high standard of service to you by ABTA’s Code of Conduct.

EXODUS TRAVELS LTD. Grange Mills, Weir Road, London, SW12 0NE

LEAD PRICES Prices correct at time of going to print but should be treated as a guide only. For full details, up-to-date prices and booking conditions please visit exodus.co.uk or call one of our experts.

A N D R E M E M B E R . . .Having travelled with Exodus or Headwater previously means you automatically qualify to receive your loyalty discounts at either company. So your Exodus trips can count towards the Headwater loyalty offer, and vice versa. Just another hassle-free reason to travel with us. For more information visit:

exodus.co.uk/loyalty-rewards

If for any reason you change your mind or are unable to travel, you can cancel your

booking up to eight weeks prior to departure and put your deposit towards any new booking made within three years of your original departure date.

75

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For full booking conditions please visit exodus.co.uk

Go self-guided with Headwater

With a wealth of relaxed walking and cycling itineraries in Europe, our sister company Headwater are experts when it comes to organising active self-guided holidays. They do all the planning for you, putting together routes and flexible schedules so all you need to focus on is savouring your quality time away... and the terrific food! To find out more and to read our MD’s experience with Headwater visit: exodus.co.uk/insights/headwater

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THE EXODUS TRAVEL INSURANCE POLICYThe Exodus Travel Insurance Policy automatically provides cover for all activities (including optional activities) undertaken as part of your Exodus trip including trekking at altitude, white water rafting at any grade, scuba diving and canyoning.

IMPORTANT: Many normal policies may not include, or may restrict, cover for adventure travel.

EASY TO ARRANGE ANNUAL OR SINGLE TRIP TRAVEL INSURANCE - PLEASE CALL US FOR A QUOTE ON 0208 772 3747 OR VISIT OUR WEBSITE exodus.co.uk/insurance FOR MORE DETAILS

It is an essential condition of joining an Exodus holiday that you have a valid travel insurance policy, not only to cover the cost of medical treatment, but also to protect the value of your holiday in the event of cancellation. If you do not arrange your travel insurance directly with Exodus we will require confirmation that you have arranged alternative valid travel insurance in order to travel with us.

ESSENTIAL INFORMATIONTrip NotesThe Trip Notes form part of the contract with you and they contain the most up-to-date information about our holidays, including details about the itinerary, inclusions and exclusions. Please download the latest version before your trip. Flights & TransfersFlight Inclusive prices include return flights from a London airport and UK departure tax. If travelling on the designated group flights, return airport transfers will also be included at the destination, but if travelling on non-group flights, airport transfers will be at an additional cost unless shown in your documentation as a free or included transfer; please ask your sales consultant for details. If you book on a Land Only basis, services start and end at the local joining point detailed in the Trip Notes, brochure and website. Accommodation The Trip Notes describe the type of accommodation used, including details about camping, huts, teahouses, bathroom facilities and any nights spent in multi-share rooms. Our aim, wherever possible, is to use properties that are in keeping with the area that we visit and are locally-owned. All accommodation is carefully chosen, but please be aware that electricity, plumbing and hot water can sometimes be erratic, and other facilities will vary in standard.Our prices are based on twin-share accommodation which means that if you book on your own, we will arrange for you to share with a person of the same sex. You must satisfy yourself that you do not have any conditions or preferences which may preclude you from sharing a room. We will provide twin rooms for non-couples and we will do our best to provide double rooms for couples if this is requested this at the time of booking. Wherever possible we offer optional single supplements. In the case that it is not possible to secure single accommodation for the whole tour, details can be found in the Trip Notes. Please be aware that paying a single supplement does not guarantee you sole use of a twin or double room, and that single rooms are often smaller than a standard twin or double room. We do not arrange room shares for single travellers on self-guided trips, so single supplements are compulsory.Group size Most of our trips are group holidays and require a certain number of participants to operate; we indicate normal group sizes in the Trip Notes and website. In the unlikely event that a trip does not reach the normal minimum, we may be forced to cancel the tour; a decision will be made as early as possible and at the latest between eight and six weeks before departure, unless there are late cancellations from other passengers. We reserve the right to confirm trips on numbers lower than the minimum indicated and occasionally we may exceed the normal maximum. If at the time of booking your trip is not guaranteed, we strongly recommend that you do not make any non-refundable or non-changeable travel arrangements.Age requirementsThe minimum age for each itinerary is shown in the Trip Notes. For most adult tours the minimum age is 16 years, however those aged 16 and 17 years must be accompanied by an adult. On the vast majority of Exodus tours we do not have the exclusive use of properties so there is always the possibility that there will be children staying at the same hotels or lodges at the same time as our groups. There is no upper age limit, but as most holidays are quite active we may ask clients over the age of 80 a number of questions about their health and fitness.

WHEN YOU BOOKDietary requirementsPlease advise us of any dietary requirements so that we can pass this information on to the airlines and our local operators. We will endeavour to cater to your requirements, but in some cases you may have more limited options and we may suggest you consider bringing some personal supplies to supplement what can be provided locally.Pre-existing conditions and fitnessYou must advise our customer services team of any pre-existing conditions, illnesses, disabilities or recent surgeries which may affect your safety or other people’s enjoyment of the holiday. Please read the Trip Notes carefully for details of the level of the activity and any necessary experience required on your holiday. It is your responsibility to ensure that the trip or activity is suitable for you and that you are fit enough to participate. If you are worried about any pre-existing medical condition or if you are unsure of your own physical ability, we recommend that you seek medical advice prior to booking. In certain cases we may require a doctor’s letter confirming your suitability to join a specific trip.

InsuranceIt is an essential condition of joining an Exodus trip that you have an adequate and valid travel insurance policy for the full duration of your trip to cover the cost of medical treatment, cancellation and curtailment, and the activities included in our holidays (including the maximum altitude reached).

BEFORE YOU GOPassportsBritish nationals require a full passport which must be valid for six months after the date of your scheduled return home. If you are not a British national, other regulations may apply and you should check with the nearest embassy of the country you intend to visit.VisasObtaining any visas that are required is your responsibility. Details of current visa requirements for the country you are visiting or for transit destinations, such as the USA, are given in the Trip Notes. Visa regulations can, and do, change, sometimes at short notice, but where we become aware of changes to regulations, we will notify you. We cannot be held responsible for mistakes by embassies or third parties, sudden changes to regulations or actions of border officials.Health requirementsThe Trip Notes list vaccination requirements for the countries visited on each trip. We strongly recommend that you contact your doctor or a travel health clinic for up-to-date advice. If you are from an EU member state and are travelling within Europe, you should enquire about the European Health Insurance Card (EHIC); this gives a certain degree of free medical care in many European countries, but should not be considered a substitute for travel insurance.Travel adviceOur holidays are run in adherence with the travel advice provided by the UK Foreign & Commonwealth Office (FCO). For up-to-date FCO advice on all the countries we travel to, please visit https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice. Should there be any change in advice prior to or during travel, we may have to cancel or curtail a tour at short notice, or re-route an itinerary part way through.

DURING YOUR TRIPLeadersYou must abide by the authority of the tour leader; if the leader deems you to be unfit or unsuitable for a particular activity, you may not be allowed to participate with the rest of the group (see the Participation Requirements section of our booking conditions). If by choice or necessity you leave the group, we may not be able to supply alternative services, leaders, activities or any refund.Adventure travel warningWhilst we ensure that all activities are operated to the local legal standard and that risk assessments are carried out annually, many of our holidays do carry an element of risk. On many of our tours, the areas are remote and events far less predictable than on a conventional holiday. Health, safety and operational standards, particularly of hotels and transport, are often not up to the levels we experience at home. We require that all the properties and transport we use comply fully with local regulations, but we do not guarantee the same standards as in your home country. If you choose to travel on this type of holiday, you must be prepared to accept that this is all part of the experience.Outdoor activities are weather dependent to an extent and some can become dangerous in certain conditions. If the leader feels there is any heightened level of risk involved in an activity, they may amend or cancel it as they see fit, in which case we will do our best to offer an alternative activity. Adverse weather conditions, political situations and a host of other uncontrollable factors can mean a change in itinerary. It is unlikely that an itinerary would be substantially altered, but if changes are necessary, we will make the best possible alternative arrangements which maintain the integrity of the original itinerary. We will do everything we can to minimise the effect, but we cannot be held responsible for the impact of changes outside our control. Crime and other security risks exist in all countries and whilst travelling in a group is a safeguard, it is not a guarantee of safety. We will take all reasonable care of you and expect that you will take sensible precautions yourself.AltitudeAs detailed in the Trip Notes, some of our trips go to altitudes (3000m and above) where there is a risk of being affected by Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS). Our itineraries are designed to enable everyone to acclimatise to these altitudes, but you should be aware that it is still possible for you to be affected. A number of medical

conditions can reduce the body’s ability to acclimatise and may make you more susceptible to AMS. If you are worried about any pre-existing medical condition or if you are unsure of your own physical ability, we recommend that you seek medical advice prior to booking. Snow reliabilityWe have taken care to select locations that have good snow reliability and during normal winters, all the activities we describe should be possible. In the event of poor conditions, we will do our best to get you to the nearest available snow or to arrange a suitable alternative package of similar activities. We are not able to offer a guarantee of snow, nor will we regard poor snow conditions immediately prior to a trip to be a valid reason for cancellation, as conditions can change very quickly and just one fall of snow can improve conditions considerably.Travelling as a family On all trips, local staff are there to help ensure the holiday runs as smoothly as possible and to sort out the best possible alternatives in the unlikely event that it does not. During free time or if you decide to opt out of a part of the itinerary, you are responsible for your family and any arrangements that may need to be made. it is your responsibility to look after your young ones and under no circumstances should this responsibility fall on our staff or any fellow travellers outside your immediate family.Family accommodationThe Trip Notes provide specific details about rooming arrangements for families of various sizes. In general, however, families of two will have one twin room, families of three will have a triple room where available (although triple rooms will often be a twin room with an additional mattress or bed), families of four will have two twin rooms and larger families will have a combination of twin and triple rooms. On camping trips, tents are usually for two clients only and where communal accommodation is used, all adults and children are put together and privacy will be limited. Whilst we do our very best to ensure that families are allocated rooms close together, we cannot guarantee this as most family holidays take place in peak season, so we have little control over the location of rooms.Local bike conditions1) A hire bike is included in the price of all cycling holidays, excluding our Drop Bars

trips. At the time of booking we will need to take your height in order to reserve equipment.

2) There may on occasions be insufficient bikes available in the correct size; we will endeavour to find suitable alternative equipment, but this cannot be guaranteed. We will tell you before you book whether suitably sized bikes are available.

3) The equipment remains the property of the supplier and you may not sell, hire out or part possession with the equipment.

4) You must not misuse the equipment and you must return it in the same condition as when received (ordinary wear and tear excepted). The supplier is entitled to charge for any damage caused to the equipment during the period of hire.

5) You must ensure that the equipment is adequately secured when not in use. In the event of the equipment being lost or stolen, you may be liable for the replacement value of the equipment

6) You must not use the equipment whilst under the influence of drink or drugs and should immediately notify the Supplier in the event of breakdown or loss.

Bringing your own bikeAny client bringing their own bike will receive a discount off the price of the holiday; you will need to advise us at the time of booking if you are taking your own bike. Any clients bringing their own bike should ensure they have adequate cover for loss, damage or theft under their travel, home contents or a specialist insurance policy as if Exodus is confident that we have taken all reasonable care to ensure the safety of your bike, in the rare event of loss, damage or theft you will need to claim under you own insurance policy.Your safety and cycle helmetsExodus believes that all cyclists should wear cycle helmets in the interests of safety. Wearing a helmet is now mandatory for anyone taking part in any guided Exodus cycling holiday. Anyone who does not follow the instructions of the group leader in this regard may be excluded from the current or future trips. Group members must bring their own helmets, as they are not available for hire, even if they are hiring a bike from Exodus. The safety of all is paramount to Exodus which is why we take this firm stand. For self-guided cycling holidays wearing a helmet is a highly recommended. Customers who choose to ignore our advice do so entirely at their own risk and on the understanding that it may affect the validity of their travel insurance. It should also be noted that in some countries we travel to wearing a helmet is already a legal requirement.

EUROPEAN & WORLDWIDE SINGLE TRIP INSURANCE: PLEASE CALL US FOR A QUOTE

WORLDWIDE ANNUAL MULTI-TRIP INSURANCE: PLEASE CALL US FOR A QUOTE • Any number of trips permitted within one year, including travel booked

independently of Exodus• Special rate for couples; you are also covered if travelling independently of

each other• Up to four children aged 18 years or less at time of booking can go FREE and

are covered for independent travel e.g. school trips. Children must be named on the policy and reside permanently with a parent who is an insured person.

• Includes winter sports cover

This annual policy is not available to persons aged 66 years and over at the time of arranging the insurance.

Please note that there are a maximum number of days for any single journey.

• Competitive rates available for trips of varying durations; please call us for more information

• Reduced child rates for children aged 18 years or under at time of booking if travelling with an adult insured under the scheme

Premiums are doubled for persons aged 66 to 74 years

SUMMARY OF COVER: (PER PERSON UP TO) PLEASE NOTE: Full details of the cover provided are shown on your policy document which will be sent to you upon receipt of payment of premium. Please read it carefully to ensure you understand the cover provided as this insurance is being offered on a Non Advised basis from a single insurer. Should you require it, a copy can be downloaded from exodus.co.uk.

Certain terms, conditions, exclusions and excesses apply, in particular cover is excluded for any pre-existing medical condition from which you or any person upon whom travel depends are suffering. If in doubt please contact our medical helpline in confidence on 01702 427 237.The policy document contains a 14 day Cooling Off Period, and includes details of how to claim and who to contact in the event of a medical emergency. Details correct at time of going to print.

This insurance is arranged by Campbell Irvine Ltd who are authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA). Exodus is an Appointed Representative of Campbell Irvine Ltd. Their registration numbers can be checked with the FCA’s by visiting www.fca.org.uk or by contacting them on 0800 111 6768.

• Medical Expenses £10,000,000• Personal Liability £2,000,000• Personal Accident £50,000• Cancellation or Curtailment £5,000*

• Cancellation due to Delayed Departure £2,000• Personal Effects £2,000• Legal Expenses £15,000

*Standard cover is up to a maximum holiday value of £5,000 per person. Where the cost of your holiday is over £5,000, additional cancellation cover is available up to a maximum value of £10,000.

74 BOOKING CONDITIONS

YOUR FINANCIAL PROTECTION We will provide you with financial protection for any ATOL protected flight or flight inclusive holiday that you buy from us by way of our Air Travel Organiser’s Licence number 2582, administered by the Civil Aviation Authority (‘CAA’). When you buy an ATOL protected flight or flight inclusive holiday from us you will receive an ATOL Certificate. This lists what is financially protected, where you can get information on what this means for you and who to contact if things go wrong. Please see our booking conditions for further information or for more information about financial protection and the ATOL Certificate go to: www.atol.org.uk/ATOLCertificate. If you book a holiday with us ‘land-only’ (ie without international flights) we will provide you with financial protection by way of a bond held by ABTA. For further information, visit the ABTA website. Exodus Travels is a Member of ABTA, membership number Y0751. We are obliged to maintain a high standard of service to you by ABTA’s Code of Conduct.

EXODUS TRAVELS LTD. Grange Mills, Weir Road, London, SW12 0NE

LEAD PRICES Prices correct at time of going to print but should be treated as a guide only. For full details, up-to-date prices and booking conditions please visit exodus.co.uk or call one of our experts.

A N D R E M E M B E R . . .Having travelled with Exodus or Headwater previously means you automatically qualify to receive your loyalty discounts at either company. So your Exodus trips can count towards the Headwater loyalty offer, and vice versa. Just another hassle-free reason to travel with us. For more information visit:

exodus.co.uk/loyalty-rewards

If for any reason you change your mind or are unable to travel, you can cancel your

booking up to eight weeks prior to departure and put your deposit towards any new booking made within three years of your original departure date.

75

OUR AWARDS

For full booking conditions please visit exodus.co.uk

Go self-guided with Headwater

With a wealth of relaxed walking and cycling itineraries in Europe, our sister company Headwater are experts when it comes to organising active self-guided holidays. They do all the planning for you, putting together routes and flexible schedules so all you need to focus on is savouring your quality time away... and the terrific food! To find out more and to read our MD’s experience with Headwater visit: exodus.co.uk/insights/headwater

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FOR ENQUIRIES & RESERVATIONS

0203 811 [email protected] exodus.co.uk

More than 40 years have passed since our first expedition and the world has changed immeasurably since then. Gone are the days of us packing camping gear into our old Bedford truck to overland thousands of miles with a band of keen adventurers.

It’s been decades since we drove from our home in London via the Minaret of Jam in Afghanistan to the fabled streets of Kathmandu, setting up camp as we went and immersing ourselves in the ever-changing surroundings. We’d deal with the occasional hurdle too, from being held at customs for hours on end, to close encounters with bandits and many a Bedford breakdown. Several weeks have been spent making friends with the locals while waiting for parts to fix our beloved truck.

But for every sticky situation we found ourselves in back in the early ’70s, there were a hundred great ones. Locals invited us into their gardens to camp, cooking for us and sharing their warm hospitality. We’d explore what are now UNESCO recognised World Heritage Sites, and each trip enhanced our knowledge, making it even better for the next groups that joined us.

The more we travelled, the greater our need to see more of the world became. Our overlanding offer grew with it, and we pioneered routes to Nepal and Africa,

travelling on ‘hippie trails’ and taking more and more adventurers with us as we explored them.

While the days of travelling in the Bedford are now confined to the history books, and our truckful of Exodus travellers has topped half a million guests, our DNA hasn’t changed. The desire to discover is as strong as ever.

We’ve crafted itineraries that scale iconic mountains, cycle dramatic coastal paths, traverse remote winter tundras and take us through bustling marketplaces in vibrant cities. What began as one adventure has now become hundreds, with guided group trips, Tailormade holidays and self-guided options making it extra easy to see the world.

The friendships we’ve made during this time haven’t been forgotten either. We always travel knowing that we’re only guests in someone else’s home. We’re conscious of our footprint, and care deeply about our positive impact. We’re dedicated to repaying the kindness we’ve been shown over the years and so responsible travel is at the heart of everything we do.

So while the halcyon days of 1974 are now firmly in the rear-view, our drive to create perfect travel moments continues.

INSPIRING A DV EN TURE SINCE 1974

Customer Operations: 0208 772 3747 [email protected]

DISCOVERY & WILDLIFE • WALKING & TREKKING • WINTER • FAMILY

More brochures available at: www.exodus.co.uk/brochures

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