Exodus Family 2019

FA MILY A DV EN TURES

G O I N G TA I LO R M A D E

One family in Slovenia

TRY SOME THING NE W

Kung fu, cooking & more SE ASONS OF ADVENTURE

Trips for any time of year

2019/2020

CREATING MEMORIES

t o ge t he r

Hello and welcome to our 2019 Family Adventures brochure, filled with trips and travel ideas that we hope will spark inspiration for your family’s next holiday together.

I’m particularly excited to share with you our new trips, which will bring truly extraordinary adventures — whether they be to exotic destinations or just fun activities — within easy reach.

We hope that flicking through these pages will be a journey of discovery in itself, introducing you to more of our planet and surprising you with what it’s possible to see, and experience, together.

One of my fondest travel memories was visiting Pompeii as a child. Taking my own children back there last year was wonderful.

Seeing the world from their point of view is refreshing (and often very amusing!) and hearing and recanting stories while wandering

the winding streets together was as invaluable as the lost city itself.

So too was hearing them talk about what they’d learnt afterwards. It’s those special memories that we work to facilitate for you too — creating moments that continue long after you’ve returned home from your trip.

We carefully craft our unique itineraries to the world’s most fascinating and iconic places, taking care of even the smallest details so that you can simply enjoy authentic cultural experiences.

Whether your family opt to make new friends in a guided group, or take a private or self-guided adventure, we’re delighted to pass on our combined decades of knowledge to help you choose what’s right for you.

There’s a big, wide world out there, and for you and your family it’s closer than you think...

TOM WILKINSON Family Programme Manager

97% of our travellers would recommend us to their friends

98% of our travellers think we design and operate trips to benefit the local community and environment

CONTENTS 4

WHY SEE THE WORLD WITH EXODUS? Inspiring the next generation of adventurers

6 DESIGNED WITH YOUR FAMILY IN MIND How we craft our trips for all ages and abilities

8 HOLIDAYS AT A GLANCE An easy guide to travelling in the school holidays

10 WAYS TO TRAVEL

How to make your adventure personal 12 WHAT’S NEW

From game drives in Kenya to sea kayaking in Greece

4.8 out of 5 average trip rating based on the past 100 online customer reviews

14 THE TRAVEL GUIDE Tips for travelling as a family

16 COSTA RICA A-GO-GO A multi-generational family adventure in Costa Rica

20 OPEN UP THEIR WORLD The most unique experiences, mapped out

22 TRENDING NOW From beach breaks to week long trips

25 FOOD FOR THOUGHT Whet the family’s appetite before you even travel

26 TAILORMADE SLOVENIA An action-packed adventure to remember

28 SEASONS OF ADVENTURE

Perfect adventures, no matter the time of year 32 TIME OUT Who knew taking it down a gear could be so fun

33 HOLIDAY LISTINGS Details of our family holidays in one place

Front cover art: An interpretation of family adventures in Costa Rica created by Serbian illustrator Martina Crepulja This year’s front cover art was created exclusively for Exodus by Serbian artist Martina Crepulja. She uses her work to encourage and support children through art, and has chosen to donate one third of her fee for each of her six cover illustrations to Exodus’ Inspiration Project, our initiative that takes disadvantaged children from around the globe on exciting trips in their homelands. “I believe that children have the potential to build a better future, but only if they are encouraged to do so,” she explains. “The Inspiration Project inspires respect, tolerance and positive ideas by educating children about their own cultural and natural heritage, something they might otherwise be deprived of.”

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Why see the World with Exodus?

Inspiring the next

GENERATION of adventurers

More than 40 years ago, we took a group of adventurers to Kathmandu in the back of our Bedford truck on a mission to see the world for ourselves.

It was the first Exodus trip, a chance to venture into the unknown with fellow explorers, to meet people along the way who could share with us a perspective different to our own and to see the diverse destinations that they called home.

The spark of wonder that we ignite in travellers as we impart our travel knowhow is extraordinarily rewarding. But it’s particularly special when it’s given to children — the next generation of adventurers — and their families.

Sharing in children’s excitement and wonder as they learn new things, forge new friendships and revel in the sights, sounds, tastes and experiences offered on our trips invokes just as much joy and satisfaction in us as we felt on that very first Kathmandu trip.

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Why see the world WITH EXODUS? TAILORED TO CHILDREN Each of our family trips is crafted for children. While they result in adventures that can be enjoyed by every generation, it’s a child’s needs that we work to meet, taking the strain off parents and offering peace of mind that the holiday is going to be suitable, with built-in down time.

Each of our trips has been designed with a specific age in mind — taking into consideration the amount of time spent travelling, climate and more — as well as an activity rating (see details of both on p6).

GREAT VALUE We’re committed to making our adventures great value for all the family, factoring in authentic, experiential activities as well as sightseeing for the ultimate adventure. Our children’s prices are 25% lower than the adult cost for our guided trips, and that goes for ages up to and including 16.

In addition our new loyalty programme, the Exodus Collective, offers discounts to previous bookers, and we’ll apply that to their entire family when they book as a group too.

TREADING CAREFULLY We are determined that future generations continue to enjoy exploring the world as we do, so we leave as small an impact as possible when we travel. With your family’s help, we support the communities that so graciously share their homes with us through various projects, championing local businesses and creating jobs. We’ve initiated projects to eradicate single-use plastic bottles, take children and porters on adventures in their homeland for the first time, as well as community projects in the Himalaya and beyond.

PAINLESS PLANNING Activities, transport, accommodation and your tour guide are all arranged for you, so you can forget the logistics and simply focus on enjoying your family holiday. Extensive trip notes for each adventure tell you all you need to know before you go, from any vaccination information to the expected weather. Our expert leaders are entertaining, knowledgable and patient, and they work with you to give your children the best experience, making for a more relaxed family trip. We’re proud to say that 97% of our travellers would recommend us to friends. We’re ATOL and ABTA protected too, so you can be assured you are in safe hands.

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Designed with your Family in Mind

D e si g n e d w i t h

YOUR FAMILY IN MIND Each holiday that your child goes on shapes them, and we take the fine art of crafting the next generation of adventurers seriously. We introduce them to the world, planning in infinitesimal detail immersive experiences in nature, global cultures and more. Here’s how we develop our itineraries, making them ideal, not just for children, but for the entire family.

Fun for all ages

Our carefully considered age ranges indicate which children our trips best suit, taking into consideration the climate, amount of travel involved and more. We’ve added secondary ranges to give families with more than one child room to manoeuvre without compromising on fun! Find out more on page 33 and meet some of our young travellers below.

5-8 YEARS Travellers in this age group can expect leisurely breaks and free mornings when there are full-day activities — including walking — or late arrivals. You won’t find cycling trips in this bracket, challenging climates or too much travelling between destinations. There won’t be any hotelhopping either. All cultural experiences will be interactive and immersive, fun and educational. You can expect triple, quad or adjoining rooms with air conditioning and early mealtimes with some (but not exclusively) local dishes to try.

Bella EIGHT

9-12 YEARS

13-16 YEARS

Like the younger age range, travellers in this group can expect a good mix of fun-filled activity and some downtime, though there may be longer drives and more travelling. Any cycling or walking will be on easy terrain with breaks.

Expect sight-seeing with an engaging guide and a chance to experience the local culture with some hands-on activities.

There may also be opportunities to learn new skills, such as cross-country skiing.

Expect twin or adjoining rooms, and a mix of local and ‘international’ food.

Most days will be full for those in this bracket, but are likely to end mid-afternoon to offer the chance to rest and recuperate, as the climate may be more challenging — whether hot and humid or very cold!

There may be supervised cycling with a support vehicle and long walks, plus wildlife experiences that may require young travellers to demonstrate patience.

Journeys may be longer on trips that fall into this age range and food may be a little more adventurous. Trip notes offer full details of what cuisine to expect.

Izaak TWELVE

Ami

FOURTEEN

Bella and her family embarked on a trip to Italy to enjoy the Amalfi Coast: Pompeii & Pizza Family Holiday. She said: “We travelled to different towns and we had a lot of fun. I really loved the view of the houses on the coast when we were on a boat trip! I told my friends how much I’d really like to go back to Italy. ” Bella’s family found they had a budding chef on their hands. “The food is very good, and I got to make some pizza and pasta,” she says. “I learnt how to speak a bit more Italian too, and we were told about the Romans in Pompeii!”

Izaak spent time exploring Sri Lanka on the Tropical Island Wanderer Family Holiday. He said: “Sri Lanka was really nice. We travelled around the island, seeing the temples and the National Parks.

Going to Yala National Park was my favourite because we saw a leopard!

That was amazing. We were in a Jeep and our driver was local, so told us more about the area. I’ve never been to that part of the world before, and so it was an entirely new experience. Travelling gives you the chance to see just how different towns, cities and cultures around the world can be.”

Ami had a great time on the Mexico Magic Family Holiday. She recalls: “The trip was a lot of fun. It was a learning experience too. One of the biggest highlights was going to the Sian Kaán Biosphere Reserve, as we saw monkeys!

We had a lot of fun on the ‘Lazy River’ too, making a float and travelling along on it, looking at the wildlife. I learnt about the Mayan culture in Chichen Itza too.

Visiting a cenote was perhaps my biggest memory — but it was fascinating to learn about different cultures. To me that’s the best thing about travelling.”

Amalfi Coast: Pompeii & Pizza Family Holiday

Tropical Island Wanderer Family Holiday

Mexico Magic Family Holiday

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Activity grading:

Grading each of our trips allows us to advise travellers on the difficulty of each adventure. We knew that we needed a child-centric system, which is why we’ve developed new grading guidance, designed to share exactly what can be expected, from leisurely adventures to challenging trips.

Some of the things that we consider when choosing the right grade for a trip include the pace — how busy an itinerary is — and the level of activity involved. Then there’s the amount of time a family will spend travelling on their adventure, especially when they’re visiting more than one part of a country.

The weather is an important factor too — is a destination extraordinarily hot, humid or particularly cold? We have to question how that will impact a child’s enjoyment of their holiday.

Considering the age of the children embarking on the trip is important.

Our family activity levels are aimed at children in the primary age group.

If children in the secondary age group are coming along, they may find it easier or tougher accordingly.

Family Programme Manager Tom Wilkinson says: “As a parent, I know that the key element for a holiday is whether or not your child or children will enjoy it. Our grades are set based on how much of a challenge, or otherwise, your child will find the trip.

Happy children usually equals happy parents!”

Our leaders:

While we share the sights of a destination with our guests, it’s the stories behind them that really bring them to life. We choose the best trip leaders for all of our adventures, but we believe that it’s especially important when it comes to family trips. We pride ourselves on our ability to seek out world-class leaders that will organise, inspire, teach and help children get to know a country with their stories, games and sunny disposition. We’re not a kids’ club, but we do know the value of taking the pressure off parents, and so our professionals keep everything running smoothly. Children are entertained and informed, and our leaders know where to find the best ice cream or cup of hot chocolate, too!

Accommodation:

All of our accommodation is chosen with the whole family in mind, from parents looking for a relaxing place to unwind to small children who want an added element of fun. Each location is different, but we do err on the side of choosing family-run hotels and guest houses that are in-keeping with the destination. For example, in the Mekong Delta you’ll spend the night in a traditional Vietnamese house, and in Jaipur, India, in a Rajasthani style palace. We try to ensure there’s a pool in hot climates and we work to ensure that your hotel has ensuite facilities to make life easier. Ensuring you get the room set-up that you need is important to us too, whether that be interconnecting rooms or an extra bed. To get an immersive experience, we’ll sometimes stay in lodges, camps, boats or trains, but there’ll always be somewhere comfortable to rest at the end of each day. If you head into the wilds of Namibia, you’ll sleep beneath the stars and hear the sounds of the amazing animals that live there, and in the deserts of Morocco you’ll sleep in a traditional Bedouin-style tent.

This allows us to have a more positive impact on the communities we visit. By supporting smaller, independent businesses, we know that the money we spend here will go back into the local economy.

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Our Holidays at a Glance

Our Holidays

AT A GLANCE...

We know families have limited choice picking when to go on holiday, so we’ve made it as easy as possible to choose where to go on holiday. We've listed all our tours by school holiday periods, so you can find your perfect trip below.

F E B R UA R Y Code

Trip name

Country

Designed Also for for ages ages

Listings page

Feature page

FCVT

Tatra Winter Family Activity Week

Poland, Slovakia

13-16

—

36

—

FVB

Finnish Winter Adventure

Finland

9-12

ALL AGES 39

25

FMK

Camels & Kasbahs Family Holiday

Morocco

9-12

13-16

42

20

FAK

Kenya Family Wildlife Quest

Kenya

9-12

13-16

44

12,24

Country

Designed Also for for ages ages

Listings page

Feature page

NEW

EASTER Code

Trip name

FVI

Amalfi Coast: Pompeii & Pizza Family Holiday

Italy

9-12

ALL AGES 35

20

FVA

Greek Island Family Adventure

Greece

5-8

9-12

38

13

FVB

Finnish Winter Adventure

Finland

9-12

ALL AGES 39

25

C07VN

Heart of Veneto Cycling

Italy

9-12

13-16

41

—

LSH

Cycling the Danube: Vienna to Budapest

13-16

—

41

—

FMK

Camels & Kasbahs Family Holiday

Austria, Slovakia, Hungary Morocco

9-12

13-16

42

20

FAN

Namibian Adventure Family Holiday

Namibia

13-16

9-12

43

20,30

FAC

Cape Family Adventure

South Africa 9-12

13-16

44

24

FIC

Pandas & Warriors Family Holiday

China

13-16

9-12

45

20

FII

Japan Adventure Family Holiday

Japan

13-16

9-12

46

20

FIB

Borneo Wildlife Family Holiday

Malaysia

13-16

9-12

46

30

FIS

Tropical Island Wanderer Family Holiday

Sri Lanka

9-12

13-16

47

19

FIJ

South East Asia Adventure Family Holiday

13-16

9-12

48

20

FIV

Chopsticks & Coconuts Family Holiday

Vietnam, Cambodia, Thailand Vietnam

13-16

9-12

48

25

FNO

Mexico Magic Family Holiday

Mexico

9-12

13-16

49

24,25

FNR

Costa Rica Family Adventure

Costa Rica

9-12

13-16

50

16,20

FNS

Costa Rica Family Escape

Costa Rica

13-16

9-12

50

24

FNP

Inca & Amazon Family Adventure

Peru

13-16

9-12

51

20

FNQ

Peru Family Adventure

Peru

13-16

9-12

51

31

Trip name

Country

Designed Also for for ages ages

Listings page

Feature page

FEQ

Sicilian Volcanoes Family Adventure

Italy

9-12

13-16

35

31

FMED

Dolomites Centre-Based Family Cycling

Italy

13-16

—

36

—

FVI

Amalfi Coast: Pompeii & Pizza Family Holiday

Italy

9-12

ALL AGES 35

20

FAVQ

Slovenia Family Mixed Activity Week

Slovenia

13-16

—

37

—

FEG

Croatia Family Adventure

Croatia

9-12

13-16

37

—

FVA

Greek Island Family Adventure

Greece

5-8

9-12

38

13

FVO

Finnish Summer Family Adventure

Finland

9-12

13-16

39

—

C07VN

Heart of Veneto Cycling

Italy

9-12

13-16

41

—

M07SZ

Austrian Lakes Activities

Austria

9-12

13-16

41

—

LSH

Cycling the Danube: Vienna to Budapest

13-16

—

41

—

FMK

Camels & Kasbahs Family Holiday

Austria, Slovakia, Hungary Morocco

9-12

13-16

42

20

FAC

Cape Family Adventure

South Africa 9-12

13-16

44

24

FNO

Mexico Magic Family Holiday

Mexico

9-12

13-16

49

24,25

FNS

Costa Rica Family Escape

Costa Rica

13-16

9-12

50

13

NEW

NEW NEW

NEW

NEW

NEW

M AY Code

NEW

NEW NEW

NEW NEW

NEW

NEW

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SUMMER Code

Trip name

Country

FEE

Ardeche Family Activity Week

FEQ

Sicilian Volcanoes Family Holiday

FVI

Amalfi Coast: Pompeii & Pizza Family Holiday

FTEZ

Family Introduction to Via Ferrata

FAVQ

Slovenia Family Mixed Activity Week

FEG

Croatia Family Adventure

FVA

Greek Island Family Adventure

FATM

Lycian Activity Family Week

FVO

Finnish Summer Family Adventure

M08DO Dordogne Activities

NEW NEW

NEW NEW

NEW

NEW

France

Designed Also for for ages ages 9-12 13-16

Listings page 34

Feature page —

Italy

9-12

13-16

35

31

Italy

9-12

ALL AGES 35

20

Italy

13-16

—

36

—

Slovenia

13-16

—

37

—

Croatia

9-12

13-16

37

—

Greece

5-8

9-12

38

13

Turkey

13-16

—

38

—

Finland

9-12

13-16

39

—

France

9-12

13-16

40

—

Italy

9-12

13-16

41

—

Austria

9-12

13-16

41

—

Austria, Slovakia, Hungary

13-16

—

41

—

13-16

—

42

13

13-16

9-12

43

20,30

C07VN

Heart of Veneto Cycling

M07SZ

Austrian Lakes Activities

LSH

Cycling the Danube: Vienna to Budapest

FTMM

Mount Toubkal Family Climb

FAN

Namibian Adventure Family Holiday

Namibia

FAC

Cape Family Adventure

South Africa 9-12

13-16

44

24

FAK

Kenya Family Wildlife Quest

Kenya

9-12

13-16

44

12,24

FIC

Pandas & Warriors Family Holiday

China

13-16

9-12

45

20

FII

Japan Family Adventure

Japan

13-16

9-12

46

20

FIB

Borneo Wildlife Family Holiday

Malaysia

13-16

9-12

46

30

FID

Taj, Tigers & Temples Family Holiday

India

13-16

9-12

47

25

FIS

Tropical Island Wanderer Family Holiday

Sri Lanka

9-12

13-16

47

19

FIJ

South East Asia Adventure Family Holiday

13-16

9-12

48

20

FIV

Chopsticks & Coconuts Family Holiday

Vietnam, Cambodia, Thailand Vietnam

13-16

9-12

48

25

FNO

Mexico Magic Family Holiday

Mexico

9-12

13-16

49

24,25

FNR

Costa Rica Family Adventure

Costa Rica

9-12

13-16

50

16,20

FNS

Costa Rica Family Escape

Costa Rica

13-16

9-12

50

24

FNQ

Peru Family Adventure

Peru

13-16

9-12

51

31

FNP

Inca & Amazon Family Adventure

Peru

13-16

9-12

51

20

Country

Feature page 20

NEW NEW

NEW

NEW NEW

NEW

NEW

OC TOBER Code

Trip name

FVI

Amalfi Coast: Pompeii & Pizza Family Holiday

Italy

Designed Also for Listings for ages ages page 9-12 ALL AGES 35

FEG

Croatia Family Adventure

Croatia

9-12

13-16

37

—

FVA

Greek Island Family Adventure

Greece

5-8

9-12

38

13

FATM

Lycian Activity Family Week

Turkey

13-16

—

38

—

FMK

Camels & Kasbahs Family Holiday

Morocco

9-12

13-16

42

20

FAK

Kenya Family Wildlife Quest

Kenya

9-12

13-16

44

12,24

FAC

Cape Family Adventure

South Africa 9-12

13-16

44

24

FID

Taj, Tigers and Temples Family Holiday

India

13-16

9-12

47

25

FNO

Mexico Magic Family Holiday

Mexico

9-12

13-16

49

24,25

FNS

Costa Rica Family Escape

Costa Rica

13-16

9-12

50

24

Trip name

Country

FVB

Finnish Winter Adventure

Finland

Designed Also for Listings for ages ages page 9-12 ALL AGES 39

Feature page 25

FMK

Camels & Kasbahs Family Holiday

Morocco

9-12

13-16

42

20

FAN

Namibian Adventure Family Holiday

Namibia

13-16

9-12

43

20, 30

FAK

Kenya Family Wildlife Quest

Kenya

9-12

13-16

44

12, 24

FAC

Cape Family Adventure

South Africa 9-12

13-16

44

24

FIB

Borneo Wildlife Family Holiday

Malaysia

13-16

9-12

46

30

FID

Taj, Tigers and Temples Family Holiday

India

13-16

9-12

47

25

FIS

Tropical Island Wanderer Family Holiday

Sri Lanka

9-12

13-16

47

19

FIJ

South East Asia Adventure Family Holiday

13-16

9-12

48

20

FIV

Chopsticks & Coconuts Family Holiday

Vietnam Cambodia Thailand Vietnam

13-16

9-12

48

25

FNR

Costa Rica Family Adventure

Costa Rica

9-12

13-16

50

16, 20

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NEW

NEW

NEW

NEW

C H R I S TM A S Code

With Exodus’ Tailormade Adventures we can tailor almost any of our holidays to suit you, or we can create a completely bespoke adventure. Every element can be tailored to suit your requirements: we can sort flights and hotel upgrades, extra nights, regional departures, beach extensions, stop overs and more. And you'll still benefit from a local guide and all our 40 years of experience.

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Ways to Travel

Ways to

TRAVEL

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YOUR ADVENTURE YOUR WAY

GUIDED GROUP ADVENTURES There are many benefits to joining a guided group trip, and they make it our most popular way to travel.

Not only will you meet like-minded families, allowing your children to see the world with new friends, but the ‘insider’ knowledge of our world-renowned leaders will introduce your group to the best of a destination.

SELF-GUIDED TOURS While having a guide to point you in the right direction works for some, others prefer private family time on a self-guided trip. On these, the decisions are yours to make.

Hear the stories behind the sights and wander down paths less travelled to see the true heart of a country.

Based on your family’s interests, our detailed route notes offer you all the information you’ll need, carefully tested beforehand by our experts.

We include detailed kilometre-bykilometre descriptions that advise excursion routes, places of interest and restaurant recommendations.

Our warm and friendly leaders are on hand for everything you need, from meeting you at the airport to familyfriendly restaurant recommendations and more. Group sizes range between 8-24 travellers. We find this size creates the best group dynamic, while ensuring that we’re not disruptive to the destinations and communities we visit.

Prefer to spend an afternoon picnicking by a riverbank? With selfguided travel you set your own pace, which means there’s always time for that detour to splash in the sea or to indulge in an extra piece of cake at lunchtime! We take care of your luggage making sure it’s transferred and ready for you at your next accommodation.

TAILORMADE HOLIDAYS While the itineraries of our guided group journeys are set, our tailormade trips are whatever you want them to be. Have you seen something special in our brochure that you’d like to experience with the whole family? We can work to make it suitable for everyone, from little ones to grandparents.

We can extend time spent in the world’s most exciting spots, offer dates that fit best with your family’s schedule and even send you to a location not mentioned in our brochure.

If there’s something special on your dream destination bucket list, just give us a call on 0203 733 4849.

Together, we’ll put our 44 years’ experience travelling the world to good use to make it a reality.

The more people that travel, the less it’ll cost per person.

FLEXIBILITY NO MAT TER HOW YOU TRAVEL We offer a number of extras on our guided group, selfguided and tailormade holidays, designed to make your trip special and free of complication.

Regional departures are a simple option that makes all the difference, especially if you’re already travelling a long distance with younger children. Let us know your nearest airport, and we’ll try our best to make it possible for you to travel from there. We can also sort flight upgrades, if you

want to fly in style or additional comfort. Some families choose to linger a little while longer in their chosen destination, and so we can arrange trip extensions or onward travel to a new place if you want to maximise your holiday!

Flexibility is everything when it comes to ensuring you have a hassle-free trip, and we pride ourselves on our ability to make your life just that little bit easier.

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What’s New

WHAT’S NEW

We know how precious your time together is, so we’ve carefully crafted each Exodus family adventure to give you not only an effortless, relaxing break away, but trips that are packed with unforgettable moments to cherish forever. Here are a few of our newest adventures...

KENYA Best for Wildlife The animals of Kenya are world renowned, and its watering holes and savannah are frequented by some of the most wonderful wildlife on Earth. This one week adventure takes you by specialist overland vehicle and boat to places of conservation, beauty and awe, where the wildlife is plentiful and the magic moments countless. Your trip begins in Nairobi where you’ll learn more about elephants at the orphanage.

At the giraffe centre, you’ll discover more about the animals that you’re likely to see when on your game drive in the Masai Mara, home to lions, leopards and cheetah. You’ll have a day at leisure here, to soak in this extraordinary environment at your family’s pace. We stay at hotels and lodges, though camping departures are available for those who wish to sleep beneath the stars. It’s specially designed for 9-12 year old adventurers, though 13-16 year olds (and adults!) can’t fail to be captivated by Kenya’s wild wonders.

Kenya Family Wildlife Quest

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MOROCCO

COSTA RICA

Best for a Challenge

Best for Jungle Fun

The sense of delight and satisfaction that comes from reaching the summit of a mountain is an incomparable feeling. Doing so with friends, new and old, can bond you for life, as you share in that unforgettable achievement.

But reaching such a height with your family is somehow even more special, bringing you closer together for that monumental moment. On this adventure, you can take on mighty Toubkal with your teenagers, ascending the highest peak in North Africa. While making it to the top may be the highlight of this trip, the journey itself offers more than its fair share of delights. Together, you’ll explore vibrant Marrakech, with its mosques, souks and gardens. You’ll also traverse the much less bustling, arid valleys of the Atlas Mountains and through the fascinating Berber villages that lie in the shadow of your 4,167m high adversary.

Spend time within dense, humid jungles and on the refreshing Pacific beaches of Costa Rica where crystal waters lap at sandy shores. Moulded by volcanic activity, this unique destination offers extraordinary diversity, with film set-worthy scenery around every corner and mountain ranges smattering the country. Your trip here will take you to waterfalls and along rivers, perfect for white-water rafting. Zip line through treetops, home to monkeys and Quetzal birds, to see the habitat from a lofty vantage point. Take on hanging bridges by day, before wandering into the cloud forest to experience it beneath the blanket of night, when nocturnal animals roam, their eyes shining in the dark. With beach time factored in for fun in the sun, and a boat trip to see dolphins off shore, it’s a wonderful holiday for families with children of all different ages, though we’ve created it for 9-12 year olds.

Mount Toubkal Family Climb

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GREECE Best for Mixed Activities

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If you’re looking for variety to keep the whole family amused, then this adventure to Rhodes should tick all the right boxes. The highlights are plentiful, with lots to see and do, both on land and in the water. We will take you sea kayaking, and snorkelling will open up entirely new landscapes hidden beneath the waves. Other new things to try include horseriding and archery that may spark an interest that children can continue when they return home.

There’s even a visit to an ostrich farm on this week long trip, so it’s not just the humans of Rhodes that you’ll meet!

While this itinerary sounds like a busy one, we’ve been sure to factor in opportunities to enjoy gelato and to relax by the pool, giving your family a chance to spend quality time together in the sun. Your fantastic location and hotel swimming pool mean there's loads of opportunities to mess about in the water!

Greek Island Family Adventure

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The Travel Guide

THE TRAVEL GUIDE Making plans to travel alone can feel overwhelming with no expert support. Where to go? What to see? Where to eat?

Factor in the family, and planning a holiday to escape work and school can feel like a job in itself. As travelling parents, we know just what it takes to craft a perfect break. So let us take away the hassle...

Travel Tips PERSONALISE YOUR TRIP If you’ve seen a trip you like the look of, but you’d like to make changes — maybe spend longer in one destination than another — then craft a bespoke trip with our Tailormade Team. You’ll have a full Exodus experience, complete with expert guide, but you'll do so on your own, personal itinerary.

PACK THE BASICS Make a list of the important things you need to pack in advance. There are some things you won’t be able to get when you’re there — especially if you’re out in the wilderness — so add medication, sunscreen, batteries, gadget adapters and chargers to your list. And don’t forget any all-important bears or ‘blankeys’!

CHECK THE TRIP NOTES Our experts have crafted each of our adventures carefully, and so we leave nothing out when it comes to our trip notes. You’ll find them on each trip page on our website. They include everything from visa requirements, climate information, vaccinations you may need and more. If you find you’ve still got questions, call us!

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We've carefully considered every detail of an Exodus trip to make your experience perfect. Here are a few things to keep in mind before you fly.

BRING FLIGHT ENTERTAINMENT While many flight operators offer good in-flight entertainment, it may be worth including something more in your carry-on to keep the family occupied. Especially on long haul flights.

A journal and pen can give children a place to log their thoughts and memories, while travel games and apps can keep you all entertained at the airport.

KNOW WHAT FOOD TO EXPECT We know that children (and adults!) can be fussy eaters and we keep that in mind.

Our trip notes offer information on what sort of meals can be expected, and we work to give you a taste of your destination, with locally-sourced dishes.

Our leaders are on hand to help if you have special requirements.

PACK FOR GOOD CAUSES If you have a little extra space in your suitcase then there are community projects all around the world that would really benefit from you packing extra for them.

Plasters, footballs, pencils… there will be grateful groups delighted to have your help. Visit packforapurpose.org to see how you can help, and just what to pack.

DRESS FOR THE OCCASION If there’s any specialist equipment needed for your trip (think bikes, surfboards, abseiling gear or snowshoes, for example) then we’ll have it all ready and waiting for you, so don’t try and pack it! Concentrate on warm clothes in winter, a hat for the sun and some SPF protection for everyone, no matter the climate.

FLY FROM YOUR LOCAL AIRPORT Many of our holiday listings show flights from London’s Gatwick airport. But that doesn’t mean that you have to plan a trip to the capital with your family in order to embark on our trips. We will happily arrange flights from your local airport if they’re available, and we can arrange onward travel too, if required.

BRING A REFILLABLE BOTTLE It’s extremely important to us to protect our beautiful planet from harm, and so we are working hard to eliminate singleuse plastics on all of our trips. You can help us with this by bringing refillable bottles with you when travelling. We’ll make sure they’re always filled with fresh, clean water to keep you hydrated.

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Grading Guidance All of our activity grading is child-centric, focusing on their abilities and what can be reasonably expected from them on their travels around the world. We want to make sure they get the most out of their holiday, and so it’s important to check over the activity grading before you book — it’s different from our standard grading. Where a trip falls between two grades we use an intermediate grade, for example; Level 2 (Leisurely/Moderate).

LEADER IN THE SPOTLIGHT Exodus leaders are great with children, engaging, teaching and entertaining, allowing parents to relax and simply enjoy it. Federica Fassari has been guiding guests to the volcanoes of her native Sicily since 2012. Her speciality? Clowning around...

FEDERICA FASSARI

"Leading guests is a relatively new job for me Exodus Leader — I was formerly a performer in the circus, physical theatre and street theatre, using skills such as acrobatics, juggling and being a clown,” says Federica.

“I also worked in schools and had to find a way to relate to teenagers and children, so I based my communication on games. I do something similar when leading groups, proposing riddles, treasure hunts and drawing to share information.

I love to make children happy, encouraging their curiosity and creating a situation in which they can have fun and learn at the same time.

I want parents to relax and have fun too, they are also on holiday even if the main focus is on the children. It’s nice to create moments for them too

and to take on some of their ‘work’ looking after the kids.

Travelling is important at any age because it opens the mind. If children are lucky enough to travel, they carry lots of memories into the future, as well as have a different perspective on diversity — hopefully they learn to respect different cultures.

I also think it's very important for children and adults to be immersed in nature, to enjoy the simple things and the beauty that we are often overlooking in our daily life.”

And there’s a lot of beauty to be found in Federica’s Sicily.

“I hope the children have fun learning things about my country, and I hope the families take home great memories of wonderful landscapes and a beautiful experience.”

Sicilian Volcanoes Family Holiday

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1. LEISURELY Leisurely trips are ideal for children who are happy to engage in a few hours’ of activity and some travelling. Most journeys won’t exceed two hours, so you can expect a fairly relaxed pace. It’s important to note that this doesn’t include airport transfers though, which may be longer. It’s likely that leisurely trips will be based in one place, with free time built in.

3. MODERATE Moderate trips are more challenging for a number of different reasons, which can be found in trip notes for specific itineraries.

Things to consider are the amount of physical activity that can be expected and the length of time children will be expected to engage for.

If there’s more travel and less downtime on a trip, it’ll fall into this category. As will multicentre trips and those in extreme climates.

5. CHALLENGING Challenging trips are much more taxing (most of the best adventures are!) In addition to a faster-paced itinerary, there’ll be less downtime and likely a more demanding climate.

Children and teenagers taking on challenging trips should be willing to take part in several hours of activity a day. If your youngsters are happy outdoors, excited by a challenge and don’t mind ‘roughing it’ on occasion, then this grade is for them.

7. TOUGH The clue is in the name here! We don’t have many of these but they are often based on physical challenges such as climbing a peak, with several hours of physical activity per day, sometimes in difficult conditions. Physical fitness and preparation is required for these and the experience can be intense. The rewards however fully justify the effort!

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Costa Rica A-Go-Go

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RICA

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Head to Costa Rica for action, adventure and all the wildlife you could shake a stick at. Caroline Richardson took her family — including her mum, and two daughters Lauren (11) and Katie (10) — where they made memories that will last a lifetime…

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Costa Rica A-Go-Go

MEET THE RICHARDSONS CAROLINE: I wanted to take the girls to do something a bit different…

Just travelling to your room in the hotel you’d be amazed. We saw an armadillo one day, we bumped into a huge locust the next. The holiday was action-packed!.

KATIE [10]: One of the hotels was in the middle of the rainforest and you could hear sounds all around you.

There were monkeys howling away.

CAROLINE: Our tour leader Glenda was phenomenal.

She is a native Costa Rican and she has such passion for her country.

KATIE [10]: It was so interesting, she told me about how they didn’t have an army, and how they never get involved in war around them.

LAUREN [11]: She explained everything we didn’t know and pointed out all the wildlife. She had an amazing telescope which we could take pictures through when we saw different animals.

KATIE [10]: There were so many animals! We both enjoyed the sloth sanctuary and the night walk. We saw crickets and grasshoppers, snakes, tarantulas and a poisonous frog!

We saw monkeys in the national parks and bullet ants marching along. The guide explained that if they bite you the pain is like being shot! It was exhilarating — a bit scary and really exciting.

CAROLINE: We were able to get away from the crowds even though this is a destination with a well worn tourist path.

Glenda got us up early one day and took us on a waterway that no one else was on. Because there was no noise we were able to see such incredible wildlife. It was because of Glenda’s understanding she was able to give us the best experience possible. It was serene and magnificent.

LAUREN [11]: Our favourite part of our trip was the zip-lining and the white-water rafting. Me and Lauren went together because we weren’t heavy enough, and we zoomed through the canopy.

CAROLINE: It was lovely seeing the children getting on so well too. There were two other families and even though they were very different ages, from 10-15 and a mix of boys and girls, they really did gel. It was great to see the children spending time and laughing together at mealtimes.

KATIE [10]: We really enjoyed the food, the casados were delicious — it’s rice, beans, vegetable and meat and we really like the different styles of chicken with rice.

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Would we do it all over again?

Absolutely! Grandma has just booked the next trip…

LAUREN [11]: There was lots of interesting fruit like papaya, mango and delicious pineapple. And we drank coconut water straight from the fruit. They dig a hole in it, and put a straw in and you just suck.

KATIE [10]: All the hotels we stayed in had pools and there was one day we just relaxed the entire time. The rest of the trip was packed full of different activities. We also went to two beaches — one on the Caribbean side and one on the Pacific — one was in the top 10 beaches list of the whole world!

CAROLINE: There was definitely something for everyone.

My mum even did the zip wire and the white-water rafting — she wanted to make fun memories for the children to keep.

My mum took Katie off to the beach in Tortuguero on a night tour and they sat next to a huge Green turtle as she layed her eggs, slowly covering them before labouring back to the ocean. It was so wonderful being able to experience that through Katie’s eyes.

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Wildlife encounters BIG CATS & CAMPING

Etosha National Park is one of Namibia’s greatest wildlife sanctuaries.

On this trip, an expert leads you through its forest and grasslands on the search for giraffes, lions, elephants and even rhinos. Camp in luxury near a watering hole where many animals stop to refresh...

Namibian Adventure Family Holiday

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ORANG-UTANS & TREKKING Borneo is a tropical paradise, its waters teeming with colourful fish, turtles and even crocodiles!

Orang-utans swing through its jungle, and big nosed Proboscis monkeys are a curious sight for adventurous travellers. Stay in a jungle lodge and take wildlife walks to find them.

Borneo Wildlife Family Holiday

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TIGERS & TEMPLES Don’t underestimate the beautiful wilds of India. On this tour of the north, we incorporate game drives in the Ranthambore National Park, home to a number of wild tigers.

Blended with tours to the Taj Mahal, Jaipur and more, this is a beautifully balanced adventure.

Taj, Tigers & Temples Family Holiday

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ISLAND OF ELEPHANTS Mighty elephants roam the tiny island of Sri Lanka, a country with palm-fringed beaches, cool highlands, temples, caves and more. We take a circular tour of it, cycling, walking and exploring, taking time to meet its friendly people and getting close to wonderful wildlife.

Tropical Island Wanderer Family Holiday

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Open Up Their World

d l r o W r i e Th OPE N U P

Italy

Pizza-making fun At the Hotel Due Torri on the Amalfi Coast, the Acampora family put heart, soul and home grown ingredients into the pizzas they’ve been serving to Exodus guests for 15 years. “The pizza-making was brilliant and the kids even joined the chef, and learned to cook our dinner one night!” says customer Jonathan Taylor.

Amalfi Coast: Pompeii & Pizza Family Adventure

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Mexico

Uncover an ancient civilization From the secrets of the Mayans to incredible landscapes and a vibrant local culture, this is a truly immersive adventure. “In the Mayan temples of Uxmal we learn more about this wonderful culture on a scavenger hunt,” says Product Manager Sarah Ahern.

“And we visit a local market and experiment with Mexican cooking in the colourful town of Izamal.”

Mexico Magic Family Holiday

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Peru

Costa Rica

“The Inca Trail is stunningly beautiful, with incredible wild flowers and birdsong,” says Exodus traveller Chantal Sargent. This trip takes you from the ancient iconic walk into the heart of the Amazon. “Seeing a female jaguar on the riverbank being teased by a male, while our family rowed into the sunset on the Tambopata river was an absolute privilege.”

Learn all about Costa Rica’s most famous residents at Aviarios del Caribe, Costa Rica’s famous Sloth Sanctuary. The rescue and rehabilitation centre works to release sloths back into their natural habitat. Costa Rica is extraordinary, with a plethora of fantastic birds, animals, and flowers to see. The big appeal for children is that there’s always something to see.

Inca & Amazon Adventure Family Holiday

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Tread Incan footsteps

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Creatures & conservation

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Morocco

Bedouin camping

“My daughter loved the camel riding. Wrapped in Sahara scarfs she felt like a real adventurer,” says Samantha Hall, whose family discovered a new appreciation for Morocco’s culture and customs. “My son’s highlight was the walk to the mountain village. For me, it was seeing my children marvelling at palm trees, delighting at the snow-covered High Atlas Mountains and supping tea with locals!”

Camels & Kasbahs Family Holiday

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By travelling the globe, children not only see new horizons, but their own horizons broaden too. As they meet new people, learn new things and explore new places, they’re gaining invaluable cultural experiences, the likes of which cannot be taught in a classroom.

Our passionate, knowledgeable guides share in our belief that holidays should be more than just lying on a beach, and it’s their pleasure to introduce families to their homelands. Here are just a few of those unmissable moments...

Vietnam, Cambodia & Thailand Meet the family

In the lush rich area of the Mekong Delta we stay with a local family in a traditional home in Ut Trinh. There’s an organic garden, and guests can pick their own food and help with dinner. “Our three sons said that this was the best holiday they ever had.

We learnt so much,” says customer Martina Murphy.

South East Asia Family Adventure

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Japan

Samurai swordplay In Japan cutting edge tech and futuristic urban design co-exist with ancient customs and timeless character. “We tried wonderful activities from Japanese cooking lessons, drumming, Samurai sword handling and even learned calligraphy,” says Exodus customer Sarah Bailey. “We enjoyed getting ‘under the skin’ of the country, before arriving in the sensory overload of Tokyo.”

Japan Family Adventure

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China

Kung-fu fun

Namibia

Discover ancient art A journey through Namibia’s wide open spaces will set young imaginations on fire.

The White Lady rock painting left by bushmen at least 2,000 years ago is brought vividly to life by local women selling crafts from the roadside. Exodus customer John Flatley said: “Seeing animals in their natural habitat was special, and it was amazing to learn about Namibia and its ancient and more recent history.”

Namibian Adventure Family Holiday

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“On a trip to the park we saw young and old engage in dancing, tai chi, outdoor gym and mahjong — and were even invited to join in!” says customer Juliet Osborne. “We loved sampling local food in the night market in the Muslim quarter in Xi’an. But best of all was a lesson from a kung fu master in Luoyang!”

Panda & Warriors Family Holiday

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Trending Now

TRENDING NOW From excitable little ones taking their first trip to teenagers that would rather spend time on their gadgets, travelling opens up captivating experiences that encourage children to live in the moment, no matter their age. We keep a close eye on the latest travel trends to ensure we’re keeping them all enthralled...

Trips With Teens TEENAGE DEPARTURES

“Creating shared memories is priceless,” says Exodus’ Tom Wilkinson. “Stepping away from everyday life to take on a challenge together gives a unique opportunity to enjoy each other’s company.” We’ve included more teenage departures this year to keep up with demand. “Riding river rapids, conquering a mountain or cycling through extraordinary landscapes brings a family together to create something to be cherished for years to come.”

The adventurous may take on the Lycian Activity Week (FATM) on the Turquoise Coast of Turkey, canoeing and SCUBA diving. Or they could enjoy a challenging trek along the ‘Iron Way’ in Italy’s Dolomites on an Introduction to Via Ferrata (FTEZ). On the Dolomites Centre-Based Cycling trip (FMED), you’ll swap the walking shoes for wheels. For full listings, see p33.

Home From Home CENTRE-BASED TRIPS

While travelling from place to place may be exciting for adventurous families, centre-based trips have an important role to play too — we’ve found that our guests love them. They never miss out because of it — quite the opposite. We seek out the best, authentic accommodation where possible, to give you not only a home-away-from-home, but a cultural experience that will enhance your time spent in your destination.

On the Amalfi Coast: Pompeii & Pizza Family Adventure (FVI), we stay in a family-run hotel. A remote eco-lodge is our home in Finland on the Finnish Winter Adventure (FVB). There are many more too — check our listings on p33.

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Plastic FREE

Every adventure that we embark on around the world has an impact on the destination we visit. Ensuring that ours is a positive one is a responsibility that we take seriously. That’s why we began our war on plastic waste more than two years ago, and #BanTheBottle is an ongoing pledge to eliminate all single-use bottles on trips. Shows such as Blue Planet showed us what a negative effect plastic waste has, and we encourage each family of travellers to take reusable bottles with them on their trip.

We also ask you be extra mindful about your use of plastic as you travel in your destination. Here are a few more tips to help you go plastic free...

TOP TIPS 1) Bring a reusable, not single-use plastic bottle. Many Exodus trips provide safe drinking water so you can refill for free!

2) Resist throwaway plastic in hotels and be sure to tell hoteliers if you come across it.

Every little helps.

3) Plastic straws pollute the ocean and are almost impossible to recycle. Try refusing them in bars or try biodegradable ones.

4) Most wet wipes contain plastic fibres that do not disintegrate.

Check for fully biodegradable and compostable versions.

5) Don’t use plastic bags.

Take your canvas bag travelling and refuse plastic bags when you’re out shopping.

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Stay a While Longer

Action Packed Weeks

If you’re thinking that your activity-based adventure may not offer enough rest and relaxation, you can add a beach extension to your trip to guarantee some downtime on the sand — more Exodus travellers than ever are taking the opportunity. While we do factor in peaceful moments to our trips where possible, one of our experts will be happy to let you know your options for adding on seaside fun if you want to balance out an action-packed adventure.

For more details on how to book, please ask our staff who would love to share their beach recommendations with you.

You don’t need two or three weeks off in order to experience something truly special. Our action-packed one week trips are more popular than ever, and so we’ve worked hard to create new itineraries that allow you and your family to go on half-term holidays with much less hassle. For those who want a longer break, there are plenty of week long extensions available to tack on, just speak to one our team to find out more. Our aim is always to give your family a trip to remember. Turn over to discover our new week long trips.

BEACH BREAKS

WEEK LONG HOLIDAYS

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A week to

REMEMBER We’ve carefully curated these itineraries to give you the unmissable highlights of a destination in just one week.

Even in destinations further afield, we can offer you the chance to encounter culture, wildlife and much more.

Below are four of our new week long itineraries, but you can find more in our holiday listings on p33.

Mexico

Our trips to Mexico are celebrated for their blend of Mexican culture, ancient history, food, nature and more. Our one-week itinerary takes your family to see the Mayan settlement of Chichen Itza, to swim in Cenote Ik-kil and on scavenger hunts in Uxmal.

Add a relaxing extension to Playa del Carmen for time on the celebrated Riviera Maya and it’s a perfect week away.

Mexico Magic Family Holiday

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South Africa

This South African adventure fits serious exploration of the country’s Western Cape into just one week. You’ll take an aerial cable car ride to Table Mountain in Cape Town, before searching for wildlife on the Cape of Good Hope. In Hermanus, sea kayaking and fat biking are the activities of choice before travelling to picturesque Stellenbosch, home of stunning vineyards.

Cape Family Adventure

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Costa Rica

With so much to see, Costa Rica is a destination that can be explored for months, turning up new surprises and sights at every turn. We fit in as much of it as we can into our one week itinerary. Jungle exploration and water sports are some of the best bits, and we’ve factored in beach downtime too.

Costa Rica Family Escape

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Kenya

Game drives, safari, boat rides and leisure time in the Masai Mara might sound like adventures that would need three weeks of dedicated time to achieve, but we’ve specially designed this one week trip to include them all. You’ll get an immersive wildlife experience with an educational leader, benefitting from their incredible knowledge of wildlife.

Kenya Family Wildlife Quest

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Food for Thought

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FINLAND WINTER ADVENTURE

CHOPSTICKS AND COCONUTS

After a full day exploring the Narnia-esque landscape surrounding Basecamp Oulanka you’ll refuel on hearty meals made from locally sourced produce including elk and salmon. We spend the final night cooking on an open fire, just like the native Sami have done for generations.

Packed with herbs and fresh vegetables paired with either fish, pork or beef and glass noodles, then rolled up and eaten with dipping sauce, what’s not to love about a homemade summer roll? And in the Mekong homestay kids are invited to cook the evening meal with vegetables from the garden!

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FOOD FOR THOUGHT Experiencing the tastes and smells of new food in a far-off land is all part of the adventure. But we also know that trying new things — no matter how fantastic — can be daunting. Fun cooking classes and demonstrations, excursions to local markets and the opportunity to get to know the locals over a meal in a family home help kids — and adults — understand what they are eating. And our excellent local leaders will talk through menus, and suggest what to order, but they know where the nearest ice cream bar or burger joint is — just in case of an emergency too!

TA J, TIGERS AND TEMPLES

MEXICO MAGIC FAMILY HOLIDAY

This journey takes in the spectacle of the sunrise over the Taj Mahal — where the white marble exterior changes colour according to the position of the sun throughout the day — as well as the homely comforts of being invited into a family home for lunch, and taught to make samosas.

In vibrant Mexico we spend time in Valladolid market, with the chance to taste an abundance of vibrant, juicy fruits. In colourful Izamal — painted yellow and grey and considered a magic town — get set to push up your sleeves and help make guacamole, salsa and more.

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Tailormade Slovenia

a i n e v o l S TAILORMADE

Feel like really getting away from it all? Our Tailormade service is perfect if you want to enjoy some quality time together as a family. No matter how much — or how little — time you have, we can upgrade accommodation, add extra nights or change flights to suit you. And you’ll still benefit from our excellent local guides. Christine Franks took her family on their first Tailormade holiday to Slovenia. Here, she shares their experience with us...

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I am from Canada and I have to say the Slovenian landscape exceeded my expectations. It was lush and green, we stayed in a gorgeous small mountain town, surrounded by lovely scenery — in just three minutes you could be out of the town and exploring — there was a river running through it, and waterfalls peppering the mountainsides. Over a week exploring we saw so many different aspects of it.

“We’re a really active family and ski a lot, and we wanted a summer version of a ski holiday exploring new ways to enjoy the mountains.

CHRISTINE We’d never been to FRANKS Exodus Customer Slovenia before, but it was recommended by colleagues who raved about it. Tailormade seemed the way to go, as we’re incredibly busy in our normal lives and wanted to spend quality time together as a family.

I did nothing. It was great — pain free and smooth. The one thing I investigated and booked separately was our flights. The Tailormade team did everything else. We made a few small changes to the itinerary adding some extra days to show the children round Vienna.

We also added paragliding — all four of us did that — and advanced canyoning. I sat that one out and read a book in a lovely café. It was lovely relaxing and watching the world go by.

We tend to be luxury travellers — if we go on a beach holiday we will try and stay in 5-star hotels. We knew we wouldn’t get that on this holiday due to the area we had chosen to visit, although we did upgrade slightly where possible. The food was excellent and the staff were friendly. But it was the activities that really captured the kids imagination.

Our kids are 10 and 12, sporty and willing to give things a go. The very first activity was white-water rafting. My husband and I had to go to the front of the raft and I looked back a bit nervously and saw these huge smiles on their faces — whooping and hollering as we were going over the rapids as the sun set in the mountains around us. And the safety aspect — equipment and briefings — was outstanding, so I had nothing to worry about there either.

The biggest revelation was e-bikes. One afternoon we did a self-guided bike ride, with a route map. We went off on our own for 2.5 hours. It was very hilly terrain but with the e-bikes we were able to do a 60km family cycle — stopping for a swim here and jump in the water there. It’s very close to the border with Italy and the food is heavily influenced by Italian cooking so we went to a café and had a really excellent slice of pizza. It was such a brilliant day out, and an amazing way to do a family bike ride.”

Tailormade adventures are available for most of our destinations, so if you’d like to create unforgettable memories with family, or invite friends along to celebrate a special occasion, you can — no matter the date. Email our Tailormade team at specialistsales@exodus.co.uk.

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Seasons of Adventure

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With so many conflicting calendars and often chaotic schedules, arranging a perfect holiday at a time that best suits a busy family can be a challenge. We don’t cram all of our adventures into the summer holiday season — we’ve carefully crafted itineraries to destinations all around the world, all year round, to make our wonderful world just a little more accessible. There’s plenty of summer holidays to choose from, but our winter, spring and autumnal breaks are just as impressive and unmissable. Here are just a few of our highlights, but there’s lots more to discover. Check out our Holidays at a Glance over on page 8 for inspiration, or contact our Tailormade Team to discuss how we can create something unique, at the right time of year for your family…

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Seasons of Adventure

Winter NAMIBIA

The early morning sky bursts into life over the world’s highest sand dunes in Namibia.

We start our days bathed in its fiery glow, heading out to watch wildlife, meet traditional tribes and more. We stay in lodges, chalets and camp beneath the stars — all full-service — roaming from fascinating spot to fascinating spot on this circular tour of the country.

While winter at home might offer up snowy sledging opportunities, in Namibia you’ll have the opportunity to sandboard on its dunes. Linger near the watering hole at world-renowned Etosha National Park, where wildebeest, zebra, elephants, giraffes, rhinos and mighty lions roam.

Namibian Adventure Family Holiday

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Spring BORNEO

The jungles of Borneo are alive with extraordinary wildlife. Orang-utans carry their babies through the canopy while Pygmy elephants stretch their trunks into the Kinabatangan River, home to crocodiles…

As well as the country’s famous animal inhabitants, on this trip we meet the humans that call this land home. We spend the night at a homestay with villagers in Tanak Nabulu, observing their cultural shows and traditional dances. In the Sepilok Orangutan Sanctuary, we’ll learn just what the country is doing to preserve its precious wildlife, and take jungle hikes, river cruises and night walks to see them in their natural habitats.

Borneo Wildlife Family Holiday

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Summer PERU

Peru’s beauty is a combined sum of all of its parts; Incan ruins and the stories they tell, the colonial cities and those who live and work there, curious wildlife, exquisite landscapes and so much more. On this trip, we touch on many of these, including exploring iconic Machu Picchu when the citadel is at its quietest. Learning of Peru’s people goes beyond the ancient — we make art with locals in Cuzco and try our hand at chocolate making. Explore the Sacred Valley and visit Peru’s first wildlife rescue centre designed specifically for Spectacled bears! Factor in free time for relaxing or extra exciting activities and it’s a special way to spend the summer together.

Peru Family Adventure

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Autumn SICILY

Volcanic landscapes are among some of the most impressive on Earth, with smoking craters, hot springs, black beaches and smatterings of green islands. In Sicily, we hike on three active volcanoes — Vulcano, Stromboli and the mighty Etna — observing the volcanic explosions and fiery activity. Rich, fertile lands make for impressive produce, and the food here is exquisite. Children will love time spent on the beaches and splashing in thermal waters, taking boat rides out on to the cobalt Tyrrhenian Sea and exploring the Aeolian Islands, with an expert guide on hand to explain more about the geology of this incredible corner of Sicily.

Sicilian Volcanoes Family Adventure

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Time Out

SPLASH IN THE POOL The Hotel Due Torri is the family home of the Acamporas, and families are welcomed here with open arms. Not only are they invited into the kitchen to learn to make their own pizza, but there are days out to the beautiful town of Positano, fiery Mount Vesuvius, ancient Pompeii and to beautiful beaches.

COOL DOWN WITH AN ICE CREAM Italy’s gelato shops serve up flavourful ice cream perfected by generations of artisans. On the Amalfi Coast, they’re made with natural, local ingredients. Your guide has the scoop on the very best places to try one, on Amalfi’s piazza, or in Bomerano — a friendly village away from the hustle and bustle.

Amalfi Coast: Pompeii & Pizza Family Holiday

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Time OUT

RELAX ON THE BEACH… With palm-lined streets, seaside promenades and a fine white-sand beach, Swakopmund is a town with a summer-holiday feel and the perfect place to spend the day at the shore.

Our expert local guides know a destination best, from its iconic sights to where the nearest ice cream parlour is! We build down time into our adventures, for when you want to spend family time doing something special together.

…OR GO FISHING

CRUISE ON THE LI RIVER On an immersive adventure in China, take time out in the tiny town of Yangshuo on an afternoon cruise on the Li River. As you slowly float from Guilin to Yangshuo there’s a surprise around every bend, with lush hills and Karst peaks.

An afternoon spent bobbing on the water with a first-class crew and a fishing rod is the perfect way to unwind off shore.

Keep your eyes peeled for passing dolphins! In the evening taste the fruits of the sea in a Swakopmund seafood restaurant.

Namibian Adventure Family Holiday

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ENJOY THE SHOW

TAKE TIME OUT WITH A CHINESE MASSAGE After a morning cycle ride to Moon Hill, unwind with a traditional Chinese Massage.

This is a one-of-a-kind healing experience: Zhi Ya is a technique that focuses on acupuncture points, based on the principles of traditional Chinese medicine.

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In Hong Kong there’s a free evening to explore the city’s many restaurants or captivating night market. First make time for the spectacular Sound and Light show at Victoria Harbour.

In the evening, music performed by the Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra strikes up, working in symphony with a constellation of lights.

Pandas & Warriors Family Holiday

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Our Family

HOL I DA Y L I S T I NG S The next section features all of our family adventures. Within, we’ll give you a head start on all the information you need: the highlights each trip features, the activity level they’ll require, the times of the year they depart — and, of course, an idea of their price.

If a trip catches your eye, you’ll find a full itinerary, complete pricing information and a comprehensive list of departure dates on our website.

Simply visit the specific tour’s unique page — look for the three letter trip code:

LOOK OUT FOR… PREMIUM

NEW

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 which identify our new additions to the programme.

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

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Online, you’ll also have access to maps, detailed trip notes, reviews and photos. And if you have any questions, you can have a ‘live chat’ session with one of our sales experts.

CHOOSING YOUR HOLIDAY Look out for these icons on the following pages to help you choose your holiday. Our family adventures often combine a mix of activities, so trips may have two icons to highlight their main themes.

Winter Adventures

Wildlife Encounters

Walking & Trekking

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Mixed Activities

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CHOOSING YOUR ACTIVITY LEVEL Our carefully considered age ranges indicate which children our trips best 1 amount of2 travel involved 3 suit, taking into consideration the climate, and 4 more. Each trip has been designed for a primary age group (ages 5-8, 9-12 or 13-16) plus most trips are also suitable for a secondary age range.

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CHOOSING YOUR ACTIVITY LEVEL All of our activity grading is child-centric, focusing on their abilities and what can be reasonably expected from them on their travels around the world.

The information below will give you an explanation of what each Activity Level means so you can make sure you find the right trip for you. For more information please see page 15.

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Fitness is imperative at this level, as the environment may be 9 3-5 more6 remote and7challenging. 8 A high level of fitness required as the environment will 8 9 3-5 be challenging.

Split grades: Where a trip falls between two grades we use an intermediate or ‘split’ grade, for example; Level 2 (Leisurely/Moderate).

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EUROPE France

Europe FRANCE

Ardèche Family Activity Week

Adult

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Child

£1199 £899 £1399 £1049

FEE

TRIP CODE

M/A

MODERATE AGES

9-12

ALSO FOR

AGES

13-16

TRIP HIGHLIGHTS Spectacular gorge kayak descent • Rock climbing and abseiling • Zip lines and high ropes •

AT A GLANCE 8 days land only/flight inclusive • 6 days kayaking, cycling, climbing and sightseeing • 6 nights in mobile home and 1 night riverside camp • All breakfasts, 2 lunches and 1 dinner included • Transport by minibus • Designed for ages 9-12, also for ages 13-16 •

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Start Les Vans.

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High ropes course zipping through the treetops.

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Cycle through the dramatic vistas and villages of the region.

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Day trip to the prehistoric cave at Aven d’Orgnac; stop en route for great views over the Ardèche River and gorge.

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First day of kayaking down the Ardèche River; overnight bivouac.

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Kayak the final section, finish at a riverside café in St. Martin, transfer to hotel.

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Rock climbing and abseiling in the scenic limestone cliffs above the Chassezac Gorge.

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Amalfi Coast: Pompeii & Pizza FVI Family Holiday

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Sicilian Volcanoes Family Holiday

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Family Introduction to Via Ferrata

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Dolomites CentreFMED 36 Based Family Cycling

Tatra Winter Family Activity Week

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NEW

Slovenia Family FAVQ 37 Mixed Activity Week

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Croatia Family Adventure

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NEW

Greek Island Family Adventure

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Lycian Activity Family FATM 38 Week

Finnish Summer Adventure Family Holiday

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Finnish Winter Adventure Family Holiday

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You’ll find all current dates and pricing information online, ONLINE as well as maps, customer reviews and Trip Notes.

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ITALY

13-16

TRIP HIGHLIGHTS • Hike on three active volcanoes including Etna • Kayak and swim in the cobalt sea around Vulcano • Learn about the islands’ geology AT A GLANCE • 8 days land only/flight inclusive • 6 days, kayaking, boat trips, trekking and sightseeing • 7 nights comfortable 3-star hotels, all rooms en suite • All breakfasts, 2 lunches and 3 dinners included • Travel by private minibus, boat and on foot • Designed for ages 9-12, also for ages 13-16 ITINERARY - DAY BY DAY 1

Start Catania.

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Wander around Catania's famous food market before transferring to Vulcano; afternoon walk to the crater rim.

3

Discover hidden caves and secret beaches while kayaking around Vulcano's coastline; afternoon visit to thermal springs and wine tasting for adults.

4

Free day. Relax on one of the island's black beaches or take a day trip to the picturesque island of Lipari.

5

Boat trip to Stromboli; easy walk to Sciara del Fuoco viewpoint to observe the incandescent volcanic explosions; return to Vulcano.

6

Hydrofoil to Milazzo and transfer to Nicolosi, at the foothills of Mt Etna. Stop en route in a typical Sicilian bakery to try delicious local sweets.

7

Walk on the slopes of Mt Etna, Europe's highest active volcano. Transfer back to Nicolosi.

8

Transfer to Catania where trip ends.

Amalfi Coast: Pompeii & Pizza Family Holiday

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Adult

Land Only from Flight Inclusive from

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FVI

DESIGNED FOR

Child

ITINERARY - DAY BY DAY

£1149 £862 £1449 £1087 LEISURELY/MODERATE AGES

9-12

ALSO FOR AGES

5-8 13-16

TRIP HIGHLIGHTS • Explore ancient Pompeii and Mt Vesuvius • Kayak along the picturesque Amalfi Coast • Make authentic Neapolitan pizza AT A GLANCE 8 days land only/flight inclusive • 6 days walking, kayak, boat trips, and sightseeing • 7 nights at 3-star family-run hotel with pool, all rooms en suite • All breakfasts, 5 dinners and 4 lunches included • Travel by private minibus, boat and on foot • Designed for ages 9-12, also for all ages 5-8 or 13-16 (depending on departure date) •

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Start Agerola.

2

Boat trip from Amalfi to Positano; stroll among the winding streets of Positano.

3

Full day to visit impressive sites of Pompeii and Vesuvius.

4

Visit mozzarella producer; afternoon discover picturesque Amalfi.

5

Free day to relax by the pool or for sightseeing.

6

Walk along a short section of 'Walk of the Gods' and enjoy a barbecue.

7

Kayak along the picturesque Amalfi Coast and spend time at the beach.

8

End Agerola.

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MONTHS OF DEPARTURE Choose your own date for a tailormade adventure, or join our guided groups in the following months: F l M l A l M l J l J l A l S l O l N l D lJ l

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NEXT STEPS Visit exodus.co.uk for more details of our trips including maps, Trip Notes and customer reviews.

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ITALY

Flight Inclusive from

DESIGNED FOR

Child

£1499 £1124 £1699 £1274

FTEZ

MODERATE

Flight Inclusive from

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AGES

TRIP HIGHLIGHTS Feel the thrill of exciting Via Ferrata • Fascinating World War history • Expert mountain guides AT A GLANCE 8 days land only/flight inclusive • 5 days centre-based Via Ferrata; 1 free day • Altitude maximum 2910m, average 2300m • 7 nights 3-star Hotel Tschurtschenthaler, all rooms en suite • All breakfasts and 6 dinners included • Transport by minibus • Not suitable for vertigo sufferers • Designed for ages 13-16 •

ITINERARY - DAY BY DAY 1

Start Dobbiaco.

2-4

The best route will be chosen daily, depending on the weather and ability of the group.

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Free day. Plenty of optional activities are available from walking and cycling to visits to local museums.

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Learn about the history and the soldiers who used these routes during the First World War whilst exploring different Via Ferrata.

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Most holiday companies offer child prices for ages 11 and under as that is what airline rules tend to be.

On guided groups we offer child prices for children aged 16 and under at the time of departure to make things more affordable for you.

Child

Tatra Winter Family Activity Week

£1249 £937 £1579 £1184

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AGES

TRIP HIGHLIGHTS Immerse yourself in spectacular mountain scenery • Enjoy cycling at a relaxed pace • Relax in a comfortable family-run hotel

Child

MODERATE AGES

13-16

TRIP HIGHLIGHTS Try a diverse range of winter activities • Explore the Tatra Mountains • Discover traditional Slovak culture •

AT A GLANCE 8 days land only/flight inclusive • 5 days cycling with emergency vehicle support • 55% tarmac roads, 45% gravel cycle paths on an undulating route • 7 nights Hotel Tschurtschenthaler, all rooms en suite • All breakfasts and 6 dinners included • Transport by minibus • Local bike hire included • E-bike hire available on request • Designed for ages 13-16

AT A GLANCE 8 days land only/flight inclusive • 5 days downhill skiing, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, dogsledding and thermal bath visit • 7 nights at Hotel Villa Siesta, all rooms en suite • All breakfasts, 2 lunches and 1 dinner included • Transport by minibus • Designed for ages 13-16

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1

Start Smokovec.

2

A full day introduction to snowshoeing.

3

Cross-country skiing instruction followed by a guided itinerary at Strbske Pleso.

4

A trip to Zakopane for dogsledding, tour of the town, afternoon visit thermal pools at Bukowina Tatranska.

5

Transfer to the downhill slopes for skiing or snowboarding.

6

Free day to choose from activities and attractions, such as the Belianska Cave.

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Start Dobbiaco.

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2

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

32 KM

3

Transfer to the Sexten Valley; cycle back to Dobbiaco 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 Dobbiaco.

55 KM

7

Cable car ride up to Hrebienok for winter walk, afternoon horse and sleigh tour of Zdiar village and picnic in the forest.

5

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

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End Smokovec.

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Cycle past the famous peaks of Tre Cime 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 Dobbiaco.

27 KM

8

End Dobbiaco.

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M/A

£999 £749 £1299 £974

FCVT

DESIGNED FOR

13-16

M/A

Adult

Land Only from

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End Dobbiaco.

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POLAND, SLOVAKIA

NEW

Dolomites Centre-Based M/A Cycling Family

M/A

Adult

Land Only from

TRIP CODE

ITALY, AUSTRIA

NEW

Family Introduction to Via Ferrata

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NEW

Slovenia Family Mixed Activity week

Adult

Land Only from Flight Inclusive from

TRIP CODE

M/A Child

£999 £749 £1199 £899

FAVQ

DESIGNED FOR

37

MODERATE AGES

TRIP HIGHLIGHTS • Kayaking and rafting • Canyoning and mountain biking • One of Europe’s longest and fastest zip lines AT A GLANCE • 8 days land only/flight inclusive • 5 days rafting, canyoning, kayaking, mountain biking and ziplining • 7 nights at 3-star Hotel Jazbec • All breakfasts and 6 dinners included • Transport by minibus • Designed for ages 13-16 ITINERARY - DAY BY DAY

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CROATIA

13-16

Croatia Family Adventure

Adult

Land Only from Flight Inclusive from

TRIP CODE

Child

£1149 £862 £1499 £1124

FEG

DESIGNED FOR

M/A

MODERATE AGES

9-12

ALSO FOR

TRIP HIGHLIGHTS • Beautiful Croatian Islands • Discover the sun-drenched coast • Sea kayaking and Mljet National Park

1

Start Kobarid.

2

Morning whitewater rafting; afternoon hike (optional).

3

Morning canyoning; free afternoon for optional waterbased activities.

4

A full day kayaking on the river (various grades).

5

Free day for further optional activities, including paragliding.

AT A GLANCE • 8 days land only/flight inclusive • 6 days city and National Park exploration, kayaking and walking • Travel by private minibus • 7 nights en suite hotel with pool • All breakfasts included • Designed for ages 9-12, also for ages 13-16

6

Morning mountain biking around the Nadiza or Soca River; free afternoon.

ITINERARY - DAY BY DAY

7

Morning at Zipline Slovenia; free afternoon.

8

End Kobarid.

1

2

Transfer to Korcula, visit mediaeval Ston en route; free afternoon at the beach or pool.

3

A sea kayaking exploration of the beautiful Croatian bays and islets, with time for a swim and snorkel.

4

We set off from a nearby village on traditional local transport (donkeys!) heading for the bay of Pavja Luka for lunch and a swim before making our way back.

5

Full day excursion to Mljet National Park; a beautiful place to explore.

6

Whizz back to Dubrovnik on the catamaran; afternoon time to explore the famous city walls; optional visit to Lokrum Island or cable car to Srd.

7

We discover the history and hidden side of Dubrovnik with a scavenger hunt.

8

End Dubrovnik.

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M/A

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Start Dubrovnik.

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We can tailor your tour to fit you perfectly. Want to fly from your local airport, add extra days to the end of your trip? Or fly home via another destination to meet an old friend?

No problem. Speak to one of our experts who can arrange it all for you.

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TURKEY

Lycian Activity Family Week

Adult

Land Only from Flight Inclusive from

TRIP CODE

NEW

GREECE

Greek Island Family Adventure

Adult

Land Only from Flight Inclusive from

TRIP CODE

FVA

DESIGNED FOR

£1299 £974 £1499 £1124

5-8

ALSO FOR

AGES

9-12

TRIP HIGHLIGHTS Sea kayaking between secluded beaches • Visit a working Ostrich farm • Try archery on a mountain top AT A GLANCE • 8 days land only/flight inclusive • 6 days exploration, wildlife, sea kayaking, archery and relaxation • Travel by private minibus, • 7 nights en suite hotel with pool • All breakfasts, 6 lunches and 7 dinners included • Designed for ages 5-8, also for ages 9-12 ITINERARY - DAY BY DAY 2

3

We transfer to a local family ranch to learn about ranch life and try some horseriding. Optional early evening tour of the UNESCO town of Rhodes.

4

After a relaxing morning we visit a local Ostrich farm to meet, learn about and feed the residents, which also include donkeys and kangaroos!

LEISURELY/MODERATE AGES

M/A

MODERATE AGES

13-16

TRIP HIGHLIGHTS A week of adrenaline-filled activities • Sea kayak over a sunken city • Mountain bike with exhilarating descents •

Child

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M/A

Child

£749 £562 £1099 £824

FATM

DESIGNED FOR

M/A

5

To the mountains for a gentle walk up Profitas Ilias, where we also try our hand at archery and enjoy great views over the islands of the Aegean.

6

The morning is spent by the sea, on the beautiful Tsambika beach with the option to try the nearby water park. After dinner there’s the chance to visit the Astronomy Café and have a go on the big telescope.

7

8

ITINERARY - DAY BY DAY

Our lazy morning is spent by the hotel pool, before taking a late afternoon ride to Lindos, a beautiful village of whitewashed houses, narrow streets and great ice cream!

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Start Kas.

2

Explore dramatic Saklikent Canyon (with optional tubing); afternoon walk and relax on Patara beach.

3

SCUBA diving day; beginners get a 'Try Dive' whilst certified divers have two guided dives.

4

Full day canyoning in one of the various canyons around Kas.

5

Free day in Kas: optional paragliding, SCUBA diving or relaxation.

6

Full day sea kayaking; find out how the Turquoise Coast earned its name.

7

Biking day; transfer into the hills and explore the forests and coastal roads.

8

End Kas.

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“The most memorable week of my life with stunning scenery — fun activities.”

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Finnish Summer Adventure Family Holiday

Adult

Land Only from Flight Inclusive from

TRIP CODE

Child

£849 £637 £1149 £862

FVO

DESIGNED FOR

M/A

MODERATE AGES

9-12

ALSO FOR

AGES

13-16

TRIP HIGHLIGHTS • Canoeing on Lake Juuma • Learn wilderness skills in Oulanka National Park • Rafting on River Oulanka AT A GLANCE • 8 days land only/flight inclusive • 5 days mixed activities including rafting and swimming • 7 nights comfortable wilderness lodge • All breakfasts, 6 lunches and 7 dinners included • Transport by private minibus • Designed for ages 9-12, also for ages 13-16 ITINERARY - DAY BY DAY 1 2

Start Basecamp Oulanka.

Wilderness skills session, introduction to paddling on the river Kitka.

3

Check point canoeing, swimming in spring water.

4

Self-guided walking on the Little Bear Trail.

5

Day rafting on seven short rapids to the Juuma lake.

6

Free day, optional activities such as building and designing a traditional Lappish drum.

7

Rafting to the Russian border.

8

End Basecamp Oulanka.

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Finnish Winter Adventure Family Holiday

Adult

Land Only from Flight Inclusive from

TRIP CODE

MODERATE AGES

9-12

ALSO FOR AGES

M/A

ITINERARY - DAY BY DAY

£1449 £1087 £1829 £1372

FVB

DESIGNED FOR

Child

M/A

5-8 13-16

TRIP HIGHLIGHTS • Snowshoeing, cross-country skiing and dogsledding • Beautifully remote wilderness location • Chance to see the Northern Lights AT A GLANCE • 8 days land only/flight inclusive • 6 days snowshoeing, dogsledding, cross-country skiing and sleigh ride • 7 nights comfortable wilderness lodge • All breakfasts, 5 lunches and 7 dinners included • All Arctic clothing provided • Transport by private minibus • Designed for all age brackets. Groups are separated out for different activities by age and ability

1

Start Basecamp Oulanka.

2

Introduction to dogsledding and tour.

3

Gentle half day snowshoe walk exploring the park; free use of snowshoes in the afternoon.

4

Morning cross-country ski lesson and free use of skis after lesson.

5

Morning free; afternoon visit to a reindeer farm and a museum.

6

Free morning; afternoon children's snow games like sledging, building snow forts and snowmen.

7

Free day. Optional activities include ice-climbing, dogsledding or snowmobile tours.

8

End Basecamp Oulanka.

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SELF-GUIDED France

Self-Guided FRANCE

Dordogne Activities

M/A

Adult

Land Only from

TRIP CODE

M08DO

DESIGNED FOR

Child

£1539 £1239 MODERATE AGES

9-12

ALSO FOR

AGES

13-16

TRIP HIGHLIGHTS Fantastic choice of activities: canoe, walk and cycle • Dramatic river valleys and one of France’s most famous rivers • Medieval châteaux and prehistoric caves •

AT A GLANCE 9 days land only/flight inclusive • 2 days canoeing, 2 days walking or cycling with luggage transfers • Comprehensive directions and route notes included • 8 nights, 3-star hotels, all en suite with pools • All breakfasts and evening meals included • Canadian canoes or sit-on-top kayaks and bike hire included • Designed for ages 9-12, also for ages 13-16 •

ITINERARY - DAY BY DAY 1

Start Martel.

2

Choose between walking to Mont Mercou or cycling to Gluges today, before finishing in Meyronne.

3

Free day; option to walk to the Roc des Monges viewpoint or cycle to Rocamadour.

4

After a morning canoe lesson, paddle past cliffs and castles to Souillac.

5

Free day; explore Souillac’s toy museum or spend the day at Quercyland water park.

6

Canoe through pretty countryside to Grolejac. Transfer to Saint-Vincent-de-Cosse.

7

Free day; visit Beynac’s 13th-century château or cycle to the impressive Château de Castelnaud.

8

Choose between walking or cycling to medieval Sarlat.

9

End Sarlat.

MONTHS OF DEPARTURE F l M l A l M l J l J l A l S l O l N l D lJ l

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CODE

PAGE

Dordogne Activities

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Heart of Veneto Cycling

C07VN 41

Austrian Lakes Activities

M07SZ 41

Cycling the Danube: Vienna to Budapest

LSH

41

Prices are in £s per person. Dates and prices correct at time of publication

SELF-GUIDED Italy, Austria, Slovakia, Hungary

ITALY

AUSTRIA, SLOVAKIA, HUNGARY

AUSTRIA

Heart of Veneto Cycling

Austrian Lakes Activities

M/A

Adult

TRIP CODE

C07VN

DESIGNED FOR

Child

£1009 £729

Land Only from

AGES

9-12

ALSO FOR

Adult

Land Only from

LEISURELY

TRIP CODE AGES

TRIP HIGHLIGHTS Stay in a family-run agriturismo - superb Italian hospitality • Rural delights of Italy on gentle cycling routes • Option to visit Vicenza, Padua and Venice

Child

AGES

ALSO FOR

TRIP CODE AGES

TRIP HIGHLIGHTS Totally flexible: choose your activity every day!

• Luxury 4-star hotel, superb cuisine and wellness centre • Choose between walking, cycling, watersports and sightseeing •

AT A GLANCE 8 days land only/ flight inclusive • 5 days cycling • 95% tarmac, 5% strada bianca • Comprehensive directions and route notes included • 7 nights agriturismo (farm-stay) with pool • All breakfasts and evening meals included • Local bike hire included • E-bike hire available on request • Designed for ages 9-12, also for ages 13-16

AT A GLANCE • 8 days land only/ flight inclusive • 5 days self-guided activities • Comprehensive directions and route notes included • 7 nights 4-star Hotel Bergrose, en suite • All breakfasts and evening meals included • Local bike hire included • Designed for ages 9-12, also for ages 13-16

ITINERARY - DAY BY DAY 1

Start Villaganzerla.

2

Cycle to Bastia to visit the local Sunday market.

3

Follow quiet valley lanes to Lake Fimon, where you can picnic on the shores of the lake.

4

Today’s circular ride takes you through rural vineyards and villages, and past the renowned gelateria at Costozza – a must for ice cream lovers of all ages!

5

6

Take the cycle path (or the bus) to explore Vicenza’s charming streets and the Villa Rotonda.

Free day; relax by the pool or visit Venice, Verona, or Padua.

7

Cycle via Villa Pigafetta to an idyllic Franciscan monastery, enjoying a wonderful panorama of the Venetian plain.

8

End Villaganzerla.

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ITINERARY - DAY BY DAY

LSH

DESIGNED FOR

13-16

•

•

Adult

Land Only from

MODERATE

9-12

Cycling the Danube: M/A to Budapest Vienna

M/A

£1309 £1009

M07SZ

DESIGNED FOR

13-16

41

£799

Child

£799

LEISURELY/MODERATE AGES

13-16

TRIP HIGHLIGHTS Flat, family-friendly cycling along dedicated cycling paths • Cycle three countries in one week • Follow the sweeping bends of the iconic River Danube •

AT A GLANCE 8 days land only/ flight inclusive • 6 days cycling with luggage transfers • 80% cycling path, 20% road • 7 nights 4-star hotels all en suite • All breakfasts included • Local bike hire included • E-bike hire available on request.

• Designed for ages 13-16 •

ITINERARY - DAY BY DAY 1

Start Vienna.

2

Follow the lakeshore to St Wolfgang, either by bike or on foot. Don’t miss the antique cog railway to the summit of the Schafberg (1,782m).

Cycle to the Roman remains at Petronell-Carnuntum; stay in Bratislava.

3

Cross the Hungarian border; cycle to Mosonmagyarovar, ‘city of 17 bridges’.

3

Cycle through a nature reserve to St Gilgen’s museums.

4

4

Cycle or walk to Bad Ischl for a dip in the famous imperial spa.

Cycle to Hedervar castle; onwards to Gyor, a hidden gem.

5

Cycle towards Komarom.

5

Free day; take a local bus to fairytale Salzburg.

6

6

Cycle along quiet country lanes and Alpine meadows to Lake Nussen.

Follow the river down the Danube Valley towards Esztergom, then take the riverboat to Visegrad.

7

7

Choose between walking or cycling to Lake Schwarzen, surrounded by forests and snow-capped peaks.

Ride the beautiful Danube Bend to Szentendre; bike or boat to Budapest.

8

End Budapest.

1

2

8

Start Strobl. Your rep will explain your options for each day; below is just an example.

MONTHS OF DEPARTURE

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NORTH AFRICA Morocco

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North Africa

NEW

MOROCCO

Mount Toubkal Family Climb M/A

Adult

Land Only from Flight Inclusive from

TRIP CODE

£499 £799

FTMM

DESIGNED FOR

Child

£374 £584

TOUGH AGES

13-16

TRIP HIGHLIGHTS A non-technical ascent of the highest mountain in North Africa - Toubkal (4167m) • Acclimatisation walks amidst beautiful remote Berber villages • Time to relax and enjoy the panoramic views of the High Atlas Mountains •

AT A GLANCE 8 days land only/flight inclusive • Travel by private luxury minibus • 2 nights comfortable hotels, 5 nights camping • All breakfasts, and 4 lunches and 5 dinners included • Designed for ages 13-16 •

TRIP NAME

CODE PAGE

Camels & Kasbahs Family Holiday

FMK 42

NEW

Mount Toubkal Family Climb

Adult

Land Only from Flight Inclusive from

TRIP CODE

MODERATE AGES

9-12

ALSO FOR

M/A

AGES

1

Start Marrakech.

2

Through the High Atlas Mountains to Ait Benhaddou.

3

To Draa Valley via Ouarzazate; visit the local palmerie; overnight in tented camp.

4

Morning camel trek; drive to N'Kob; afternoon free to laze by the pool; camp in the grounds of a converted kasbah.

5

Transfer to High Atlas Mountains; afternoon helping the inhabitants of Tijhza Village, which Exodus has supported for over 10 years.

6

Morning walk through the villages of the Tijhza Valley; scenic drive over mountain passes to Marrakech.

7

Morning walking tour of Marrakech; afternoon and evening free.

8

End Marrakech.

13-16

TRIP HIGHLIGHTS Take a camel trek in the Sahara • Stay in a traditional Bedouin-style camp • Discover exotic Marrakech •

AT A GLANCE 8 days land only/flight inclusive • 6 days of activities including visits to a kasbah, palmerie and village in High Atlas Mountains • 4 nights en suite hotel, 2 nights camping; 1 night mountain gite • All breakfasts, 1 lunch and 3 dinners included • Free transfer for any flight • Travel by private minibus and camel • Designed for ages 9-12, also for ages 13-16 •

1

Fly to Marrakech. Depending on your arrival time, there may be some time to explore this colourful city before our group meeting in the early evening.

2

After breakfast we transfer by minibus to Tizzi Oussem, a journey that takes us from the plains around Marrakech into the heart of the High Atlas range.

3

Transfer to Imlil today, where we walk through stunning scenery to Aroumd at 1900m, where we get a fantastic view of Mount Toubkal.

4

Today we trek to Toubkal base camp, at 3207m where we can relax and get a glimpse of the way to the summit.

5

This morning we will wake early to attempt the summit for those who want to, those who do not will have an alternative hike before returning to the refuge.

6

After breakfast we leave the refuge and walk back down the valley to Aroumd, where we will have a relaxing afternoon and enjoy tea with a local Berber family.

7

Transfer back to Marrakech, where you can do some sightseeing in this vibrant city.

8

End Marrakech, with transfer to the airport for departure.

ITINERARY - DAY BY DAY

£649 £487 £1049 £787

FMK

DESIGNED FOR

Child

ITINERARY & DAILY DISTANCE

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MOROCCO

Camels & Kasbahs Family Holiday

FTMM 42

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Sub Saharan Africa

NAMIBIA

Namibian Adventure Family Holiday

Adult

Flight Inclusive from

TRIP CODE

FAN

DESIGNED FOR

Child

£1699 £1274 £2899 £2174

Land Only from

MODERATE AGES

13-16

ALSO FOR

AGES

9-12

TRIP HIGHLIGHTS Climb the world’s highest sand dunes • Safari in Etosha National Park • Full-service camping in the Namibian wilderness •

AT A GLANCE 13 days land only/15 days flight inclusive • 10 days safaris, walking and sightseeing • 4 nights lodges and 1 night chalet, all en suite, 7 nights camping • All breakfasts, 6 lunches and 6 dinners included • Travel by overland vehicle with reference library onboard • Free transfer for any flight • Designed for ages 13-16, also for ages 9-12 •

ITINERARY - DAY BY DAY 1

Start Windhoek.

2

Drive through Namib-Naukluft N.P. to Sesriem.

3

Explore sand dunes at Sossusvlei; visit cheetah conservation centre.

4

Travel through Namib Desert to Swakopmund via Walvis Bay.

5

Full day in Swakopmund with optional activities.

6

Drive to Brandberg, Namibia's highest mountain.

7

Walk to White Lady rock painting; explore Vingerklip.

8

To Etosha N.P.

9-10

Two days safari in Etosha.

11

Drive to Otjiwarongwe.

12

Trek at Waterberg Plateau.

13

Transfer to Windhoek Airport; trip ends here.

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CODE PAGE

Namibian Adventure Family Holiday

FAN 43

NEW

Kenya Family Wildlife Quest

FAK

44

NEW

Cape Family Adventure

FAC

44

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SUB SAHARAN AFRICA Kenya, South Africa

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NEW

SOUTH AFRICA

Cape Family Adventure M/A

Adult

Land Only from Flight Inclusive from

TRIP CODE

NEW

KENYA

Kenya Family Wildlife Quest

Adult

Land Only from Flight Inclusive from

TRIP CODE

Child

ITINERARY - DAY BY DAY

£1399 £1049 £2199 £1649

FAK

DESIGNED FOR

M/A

MODERATE AGES

9-12

ALSO FOR

AGES

13-16

TRIP HIGHLIGHTS Safari in the Masai Mara • Search for hippos on Lake Naivasha • Visit Nairobi’s Elephant Orphanage •

AT A GLANCE 7 days land only/8 days flight inclusive • Travel by specialist overland vehicle and boat • 2 nights hotels, 2 nights permanent tented camps and 2 nights lodges • All breakfasts , 4 lunches and 4 dinners included • Designed for ages 9-12, also for ages 13-16 • Camping departures available •

1

Start Nairobi; visit elephant orphanage and giraffe centre.

2

To Lake Naivasha; boat ride in the afternoon.

3

Free day; optional safari in Lake Nakuru N.P.

4

Transfer to the Masai Mara; afternoon game drive.

5

Full day in the Masai Mara.

6

Optional morning game drive; return to Nairobi.

7

End Nairobi.

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FAC

DESIGNED FOR

M/A Child

£1299 £974 £2199 £1649 LEISURELY/MODERATE AGES

9-12

ALSO FOR

AGES

13-16

TRIP HIGHLIGHTS Cable car up and down the iconic Table Mountain • Penguins, seals and whales along the coastline • Markets, farms, gardens and vineyards to explore •

AT A GLANCE 7 days land only/9 days flight inclusive • Travel by private luxury minibus and driver guide • 6 nights comfortable hotels • All breakfasts, and 1 dinner included • Designed for ages 9-12, also for ages 13-16 •

ITINERARY - DAY BY DAY 1

Start Cape Town. Check in at your hotel before going to Table Mountain to take the cable car to the top and admire the view. Kids prepare their own dinner and dessert tonight!

2

Drive to Cape Point for a short walk, looking at the Rock Hyrax and visit the famous Boulders Beach penguins en-route.

3

Make your way to Hermanus via the coastal road, stopping in Betty’s Bay at the Harold Porter National Botanical Gardens to stretch your legs.

4

Explore the beautiful De Kelders beach this morning by either sea kayaking or fat biking, and wander through the Hermanus Craft market upon return to town.

5

Visit some of the many markets and/or farm stalls on the way to the leafy town of Stellenbosch.

6

Enjoy a guided tour of the gardens at Babylonstoren and witness the fantastic duck parade at Vergenogd.

7

End Stellenbosch, with transfer to the airport for departure.

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ASIA China

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Asia CHINA

Pandas & Warriors M/AM/A Family Holiday

Adult

Flight Inclusive from

TRIP CODE

FIC

DESIGNED FOR

Child

£1899 £1424 £2799 £2099

Land Only from

MODERATE AGES

13-16

ALSO FOR

AGES

9-12

TRIP HIGHLIGHTS Walk on the Great Wall • Learn Kung Fu in a Shaolin Temple • Meet the Giant Pandas •

AT A GLANCE 15 days land only/16 days flight inclusive • 13 days sightseeing, cycling and cultural experiences • 12 nights comfortable hotels and 1 night basic hotel, all en suite and 1 night sleeper train • All breakfasts, 1 lunch and 1 dinner included • Travel by private bus, train, bicycle, public bus, taxi and 2 internal flights • Designed for ages 13-16, also for ages 9-12 •

ITINERARY - DAY BY DAY 1

Start Beijing.

2-3

Two full days sightseeing in and around Beijing, including the Temple of Heaven, Summer Palace and the Forbidden City.

4

Transfer to the Great Wall and walk along the top.

5

Morning walk on the Wall. Transfer to Beijing; sleeper train to Luoyang.

6

Drive to Shaolin Temple, watch a Kung Fu demonstration then join a Kung Fu lesson (optional).

7

Visit Longmen Cave; afternoon train to Xi'an.

8

Morning walking tour of Xi’an’s Muslim Quarter and mosque; afternoon free or optional cycle ride on city walls.

9

Visit the famed Terracotta Warriors; afternoon fly to Chengdu.

10

Visit Giant Panda Research Centre.

11

Fly to Guilin and drive to Yangshuo; evening cooking class.

TRIP NAME

CODE PAGE

Pandas & Warriors Family Holiday

FIC 45

Japan Adventure Family Holiday

FII

46

12

Cycle ride to Moon Hill; free afternoon.

Borneo Wildlife Family Holiday

FIB

46

13

Transfer to Guilin; high speed train to Shenzen; cross border to Hong Kong.

Taj, Tigers & Temples Family Holiday

FID 47

14

Morning orientation tour of Hong Kong including Victoria Peak; free afternoon.

Tropical Island Wanderer Family Holiday

FIS

47

15

End Hong Kong.

South East Asia Adventure Family Holiday

FIJ

48

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ASIA Japan, Malaysia

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MALAYSIA

Borneo Wildlife M/AM/A Family Holiday

Adult

Flight Inclusive from

TRIP CODE

JAPAN

Japan Adventure Family Holiday

Adult

Land Only from Flight Inclusive from

TRIP CODE

DESIGNED FOR

MODERATE AGES

13-16

ALSO FOR

M/A

MODERATE AGES

13-16

ALSO FOR

AGES

9-12

TRIP HIGHLIGHTS Spot Orang-utans in the jungles of Sepilok • Cruise on the Kinabatangan River in search of Pygmy elephants • Zip-line between tropical islands •

Child

£3299 £2474 £4349 £3262

FII

FIB

DESIGNED FOR

Child

£1379 £1034 £2349 £1762

Land Only from

AGES

9-12

TRIP HIGHLIGHTS Explore temples in Kyoto and discover futuristic Tokyo • Take a Samurai lesson and practise some classic swordplay • Hands-on calligraphy, drumming and cookery experiences

3

Japanese cooking class; afternoon at leisure and evening Samurai Kembu lesson.

4

Free day: explore Kyoto's temples or take a trip to Nara, Japan's ancient capital.

5

Bullet train to Hiroshima; en route visit Himeji, one of Japan's most beautiful castles.

6

Learn of Japan's wartime history at Peace Park and the A-bomb museum; explore peaceful Miyajima island.

7

Transfer to the mountain town Hakone at the foothills of Mt Fuji; enjoy a boat ride on Lake Ashinoko.

8

Visit Owakudani, a volcanic valley with active sulphur vents and hot springs; afternoon easy hike.

9

Transfer to Tokyo; visit some iconic sights and districts including Harajuku, Shibuya and Meiji Shrine.

10

Hands-on cultural activities: take a drum (taiko) lesson and learn Japanese calligraphy; free time.

11

Free day: discover Tokyo's top-class museums, relax in the city's tranquil parks or head to Tokyo Disneyland.

12

End Tokyo.

•

AT A GLANCE 12 days land only/13 days flight inclusive • 10 days cultural experiences and sightseeing • 9 nights comfortable hotels (en suite rooms) and 2 nights traditional Japanese guesthouse with shared facilities • 4 breakfasts, 1 lunch and 1 dinner included • Travel by train, bus, metro, ferry and private minibus • Designed for ages 13-16, also for ages 9-12 •

ITINERARY - DAY BY DAY 1

Start Kansai and transfer to Kyoto.

2

Day in Arashiyama: walk in bamboo forest, visit monkey park and take a boat ride on the Honzu river.

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AT A GLANCE 12 days land only/13 days flight inclusive • 10 days wildlife and nature visits; boat trips and jungle walks • 8 nights en suite hotels/lodges, 1 night homestay and 2 night longhouse (with shared bathrooms) • All breakfasts, 4 lunches and 3 dinners included • Travel by minibus, speedboat, longboat, local bus and 1 internal flight • Designed for ages 13-16, also for ages 9-12 •

ITINERARY - DAY BY DAY 1

Start Kota Kinabalu.

2

Hike through rubber and fruit plantation; spend the night in a homestay in Tanak Nabulu village.

3

To Kinabalu Park exploring the lower trails and botanical gardens; on to Sabah Tea gardens.

4

Visit tea factory; soak in Poring Hot Springs and take to the trees with a Canopy walk.

5

Transfer to Kinabatangan; evening river cruise; experience the jungle after dark on a night walk.

6

Enjoy morning and afternoon river cruises; explore the jungle on foot.

7

Transfer to Sepilok; visit Proboscis monkey sanctuary and optional visit to Gomantong caves.

8

Visit Sepilok Orang-utan sanctuary and optional visit to the rainforest discovery centre and Sun bear sanctuary.

9

Fly back to Kota Kinabalu and transfer to Manukan Island.

10

Spend the day snorkelling in Tunku Abdul Marine Park.

11

Free day before transferring back to Kota Kinabalu.

12

End Kota Kinabalu.

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ASIA India, Sri Lanka

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INDIA

Taj, Tigers & Temples M/AM/A Family Holiday

Adult

Land Only from Flight Inclusive from

TRIP CODE

FID

DESIGNED FOR

Child

£899 £674 £1699 £1274 MODERATE AGES

13-16

ALSO FOR

AGES

TRIP HIGHLIGHTS • Search for tigers in Ranthambore National Park • Cookery demonstration with a local family • Explore magical palaces and imposing forts AT A GLANCE • 10 days land only/11 days flight inclusive • 9 days sightseeing, game drives and bird sanctuary visit • 9 nights hotels with swimming pools, all en suite • All breakfasts, 3 lunches and 2 dinners included • Free transfer for any flight • Travel by private minibus, train, canter and cycle rickshaw • Designed for ages 13-16, also for ages 9-12 ITINERARY - DAY BY DAY 1 2

SRI LANKA

9-12

Start Delhi; afternoon sightseeing in Delhi.

Train to Agra; sightseeing including Agra Fort; afternoon free.

3

Sunrise visit to Taj Mahal; on to Fatehpur Sikri fort then to Bharatpur for cooking demonstration at a local home; evening free.

4

Cycle rickshaw fun through bird sanctuary; later drive to Ranthambore N.P.

5

Exciting morning and evening game drives in search of tigers.

6

Drive through rural Rajasthan to the 'Pink City of Jaipur'.

7

Jaipur sightseeing including Jantar Mantar a fascinating astrological observatory and Amber Palace; afternoon free.

8

To Pushkar; optional camel cart adventure passing through traditional villages.

9

Morning free to explore; afternoon train to Delhi; arrive in the evening.

10

End Delhi.

Tropical Island Wanderer Family Holiday

Adult

Land Only from Flight Inclusive from

TRIP CODE

FIS

DESIGNED FOR

Child

£1329 £997 £2179 £1634 MODERATE AGES

9-12

3

Explore ancient Polonnaruwa; game drive at Minneriya National Park.

4

Climb to the top of Lion Rock; cycle through local villages.

5

Cave temples at Dambulla; visit a spice garden; drive to Kandy visiting a traditional rope factory (using coconut husk) en route.

6

Tour including Temple of the Tooth and Botanical Gardens.

7

Visit a tea plantation in Nuwara Eliya and have a go at tea-picking; stay in the beautiful highlands.

8

To Yala National Park via Ella Gap; afternoon safari.

9

Transfer to our beach hotel via Tangalle.

10-11

Free time to relax or enjoy optional activities.

12

To Colombo via the old Dutch Fort at Galle.

13

End Colombo.

AGES

ALSO FOR

13-16

TRIP HIGHLIGHTS • View elephants and monkeys in Yala National Park • Cycle quiet backroads through villages and paddy fields • Climb the rock fortress of Sigiriya

M/AM/A

AT A GLANCE 13 days land only/14 days flight inclusive • 8 days sightseeing, walking and safaris • 12 nights hotels, all en suite • All breakfasts and 1 lunch included • Travel by private minibus, jeep and bicycle • Maldives extension available • Designed for ages 9-12, also for ages 13-16

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F l M l A l M l J l J l A l S l O l N l D lJ l

•

1

Start Chilaw.

2

Drive via Kurungala to Sigiriya; relax by the pool.

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ASIA Vietnam, Cambodia, Thailand

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VIETNAM

Chopsticks & Coconuts M/A Family Holiday

Adult

Land Only from Flight Inclusive from

TRIP CODE

VIETNAM, CAMBODIA, THAILAND

South East Asia Adventure Family Holiday

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13-16

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9-12

TRIP HIGHLIGHTS Visit three strikingly different countries • Cycle the temples of Angkor Wat • Relax on the white sand beaches of Kep

Cross border into Cambodia; overnight in the sleepy seaside town of Kep.

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Full day relaxing on the beach of tropical Koh Tonsai Island.

7

Head to Phnom Penh; explore capital city with cycling tour.

8

Full free day in Phnom Penh; optional visits include to the National Museum and the Killing Fields.

9

Transfer to Siem Reap; sunset viewing of Angkor temples.

10

Cycle ride around Angkor temples; easy flat trails with option of moto-rickshaw instead.

AT A GLANCE 14 days land only/15 days flight inclusive • 13 days sightseeing, cycling and boat trips • 12 nights hotels, all en suite, and 1 night homestay • All breakfasts, 1 lunch and 2 dinners included • Travel by private minibus, bike and boat • Designed for ages 13-16, also for ages 9-12

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Free day in Siem Reap; visit floating village of Tonle Sap or a conservation centre.

12

Drive to Bangkok; stop at stone carving village and a garden restaurant for lunch.

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ITINERARY - DAY BY DAY 1

Start Saigon.

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Visit Cu Chi Tunnels used by Viet Cong during the war.

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9-12

TRIP HIGHLIGHTS Kayak and sleep on a boat in Halong Bay • Snorkel the seas of a tropical island retreat • Crawl through the Cu Chi war tunnels

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FIV

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Transfer to Mekong Delta; pass through fruit orchards en route to overnight homestay on one of the islands.

13

Morning tour of Bangkok including the Grand Palace and Wat Pho.

14

End Bangkok.

ITINERARY - DAY BY DAY

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Journey to Chau Doc in the foothills of Sam Mountain.

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AT A GLANCE 14 days land only/16 days flight inclusive • 13 days sightseeing, boat trips, kayaking and exploration • 10 nights hotels, all en suite, 1 night boat, 1 night homestay, 1 night sleeper train • 12 breakfasts, 2 lunches and 3 dinners included • Travel by private minibus, boat, bike, train and 2 internal flights • Designed for ages 13-16, also for ages 9-12 •

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Start Hanoi.

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Morning tour of Hanoi and the Old Quarter; evening at Hanoi's famous water puppet show.

3

To Halong Bay; cruise/kayak; dinner and sleep on boat.

4

Cruise then return to Hanoi; overnight train to Da Nang.

5

Explore caves at Marble Mountain; drive to Hoi An for walking tour.

6

Cycle through countryside; evening cooking class.

7

Fly to Nha Trang; to Whale Island for beach stay.

8

Day cruise around offshore islands with snorkelling.

9

Fly to Saigon.

10

Visit Cu Chi Tunnels; afternoon tour of Saigon's Palaces and markets.

11

Explore the Mekong Delta by boat, visiting a floating market; overnight in homestay.

12

Morning walk through the island's fruit orchards; return to Saigon.

13

Visit to Dam Sen water park to cool off for the day.

14

End Saigon.

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AMERICAS Mexico

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Americas MEXICO

NEW

Mexico Magic A FamilyM/Holiday

M/A Adult

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FNO

DESIGNED FOR

Child

£1599 £1199 £2599 £1949 LEISURELY/MODERATE AGES

9-12

ALSO FOR

AGES

13-16

TRIP HIGHLIGHTS History brought to life at mystical ruins • Monkey and bird filled wetlands and jungles • Natural pools and Caribbean Sea •

AT A GLANCE 8 days land only/ 9 days flight inclusive • Travel by private minibus • 7 nights comfortable hotels or resorts • All breakfasts, 3 lunches and 1 dinner included • Designed for ages 9-12, also for ages 13-16 •

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Costa Rica Adventure Family Holiday

FNR

50

NEW

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FNS

50

NEW

Peru Family Adventure FNQ 51

Inca & Amazon Adventure Family Holiday

FNP

1

Start Cancun.

2

Visit the Caribbean beach town of Puerto Morelos before continuing to the colonial Valladolid.

3

Uncover the secrets of the Mayans in Chichen Itza and swim in an underground fresh-water pool at Cenote Ik-kil.

4

Explore the Mayan temples of Uxmal and go on a scavenger hunt before a traditional lunch.

5

Delve into the delights of Mexican cooking with visit to a local market and learn to make guacamole and salsa in the very colourful town of Izamal.

6

To Punta Laguna, a small community and jungle wonderland with various monkeys and activities such as hiking and zip-lining. Late afternoon arrive at Playa del Carmen.

7

Discover the Sian Kaan Biosphere Reserve by boat and on foot with jungle temples, sinkholes and waterways. Continue to what may be the ancient ruin with the most striking backdrop - the Mayan site of Tulum.

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End Playa del Carmen.

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Call 0203 553 9487 or visit exodus.co.uk and enter the three letter trip code

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AMERICAS Costa Rica

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COSTA RICA

Costa Rica Family Escape M/A

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Costa Rica Adventure Family Holiday

Adult

Flight Inclusive from

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9-12

ALSO FOR

M/A

M/A

Child

£1249 £937 £1999 £1499 LEISURELY/MODERATE AGES

13-16

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AGES

9-12

TRIP HIGHLIGHTS Zip-lining and whitewater rafting included • Night walk in the jungle • Time to relax on a Pacific beach •

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To Cahuita on the Caribbean coast; relax on the beach.

6

Visit Costa Rica's famous Sloth Sanctuary; discover Cahuita N.P.

7

To Sarapiqui; night walk in Tirimbina Biological Reserve.

8

Free day in Sarapiqui; try whitewater rafting, nature walks, join a chocolate tour or have a go at zip-lining (all optional).

9

To La Fortuna near Arenal Volcano; free afternoon for optional activities.

10

Guided nature walk in Arenal N.P.; visit thermal springs.

11

To the Pacific coast.

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Explore the beautiful trails and beaches of Manuel Antonio N.P.

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13-16

TRIP HIGHLIGHTS • Monkeys, sloths, birds and frogs • Wildlife and waterways of Tortuguero • Beach time on the Caribbean and Pacific Coast AT A GLANCE • 15 days land only/16 days flight inclusive • 13 days guided visits and nature walks • 14 nights comfortable hotels, all en suite • All breakfasts, 3 lunches and 2 dinners included • Travel by air-conditioned minibus, boat and on foot • Designed for ages 9-12, also for ages 13-16 ITINERARY - DAY BY DAY 1

Start San Jose.

2

Morning visit to La Paz Waterfall Gardens; afternoon relax by the hotel swimming pool.

3

To Tortuguero N.P.

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Boat tour of waterways in Tortuguero N.P.

AT A GLANCE 8 days land only/9 days flight inclusive • 6 days guided tours and activities • 7 nights comfortable hotels, all en suite • All breakfasts and 2 lunches included • Travel by air-conditioned minibus and boat • Designed for ages 13-16, also for ages 9-12 •

ITINERARY - DAY BY DAY 1

Start San Jose.

2

To Arenal; La Fortuna Waterfall walk.

13

Free day near the Pacific coast to relax, enjoy the beach or optional activities.

3

To San Jose; relax by the hotel swimming pool or explore the city.

Try grade II and III whitewater rafting on the Balsa River.

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4

End San Jose.

To Monteverde in the Tilaran Mountains; night walk to experience the cloud forest in the dark!

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Zip-line adventure through the tree tops; visit the hanging bridges and butterfly garden.

6

To Samara beach on the Pacific Coast; afternoon at leisure to enjoy the beach.

7

Boat trip to see dolphins offshore from Carrillo beach; have a go at snorkelling.

8

To San Jose; end San Jose.

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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 specialistsales@exodus.co.uk Prices are in £s per person. Dates and prices correct at time of publication

AMERICAS Peru

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PERU

Peru Family Adventure M/A

Adult

Land Only from Flight Inclusive from

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FNQ

DESIGNED FOR

Child

£2299 £1724 £3199 £2399 MODERATE AGES

13-16

ALSO FOR

AGES

PERU

9-12

TRIP HIGHLIGHTS • Visit Spectacled bears rescue centre • Morning tour of Machu Picchu when it’s at its quietest • Chocolate making class and art workshop in Cuzco AT A GLANCE • 11 days land only/13 days flight inclusive • Travel by minibus, train and 3 internal flights • 10 nights hotels and lodges • All breakfasts, 2 lunches and 2 dinners included • Designed for ages 13-16, also for ages 9-12 ITINERARY - DAY BY DAY 1

Start Lima.

2

Morning Lima city tour; afternoon visit to water fountain park.

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Fly to Chiclayo; transfer to Chaparri lodge in the dry forests of Lambayeque, northern Peru.

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Full day exploring the Chaparri Reserve in search of wildlife including Spectacled bears.

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Transfer back to Chiclayo; fly to Cuzco via Lima.

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Morning orientation tour (on foot) followed by the chance to learn to make chocolate! Afternoon free for optional activities or to explore Cuzco.

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Morning art workshop; afternoon free for optional activities such as paddle-boarding, mountain biking or zip-lining in the Sacred Valley.

8

Sacred Valley tour including visit to an alpaca/llama farm; afternoon to Aguas Calientes.

9

Early morning guided tour of Machu Picchu; return to Cuzco.

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Free day in Cuzco for shopping or activities.

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End Cuzco.

Inca & Amazon Adventure Family Holiday

Adult

Land Only from Flight Inclusive from

TRIP CODE

FNP

DESIGNED FOR

Child

£1949 £1462 £3149 £2362

13-16

ALSO FOR

AGES

9-12

TRIP HIGHLIGHTS • The Inca Trail (or Moonstone Trek) to Machu Picchu • Amazon wildlife, walks and canoe trips • Optional biking, paddle-boarding or cookery course AT A GLANCE • 13 days land only/15 days flight inclusive • 4 days point-to-point walking with full porterage. Altitude max. 4215m, average 3050m • 6 nights en suite hotels, 3 nights full-service camping and 3 nights rainforest lodge • All breakfasts, 7 lunches and 6 dinners included • Travel by minibus, train, 1 internal flight, boat and on foot • Designed for ages 13-16, also for ages 9-12 ITINERARY - DAY BY DAY 1

Start Cuzco (3400m); afternoon orientation tour (on foot).

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Two days in Cuzco for acclimatisation and exploration; optional activities available including a cookery class, paddle-boarding, mountain biking or zip-lining.

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Start Inca Trail trek from km82; walk along Urubamba River, climb to Huayllabamba.

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Cross Dead Woman's Pass (4215m), descend to Pacaymayu.

6

Over Runcuray Pass (3800m) to ruins of Sayajmarca and spectacular campsite above Phuyupatamarca.

7

Descend to the Sun Gate for majestic views of Machu Picchu. Chance to visit the hot springs; overnight in Aguas Calientes.

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Guided tour of Machu Picchu; return to Cuzco.

9

Free day in Cuzco for shopping or activities.

10

Fly to Puerto Maldonado; boat transfer to Amazon lodge in the Tambopata Reserve.

11

First day in the Amazon, time for exploration.

12

Further time to enjoy the reserve, set off on foot, by boat and climb the canopy tower.

13

Transfer to Puerto Maldonado airport; tour ends.

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KEY BOOKING INFORMATION

KEY BOOKING INFORMATION Having chosen the holiday you are interested in, below is some information which you may find useful in relation to your booking and holiday. Full terms and conditions can be found at: www.exodus. co.uk/about-exodus/exodus-bookingconditions.

1. Refer to the Trip Notes The Trip Notes form part of our contract with you and they contain the most up-to-date information about the holiday, including details about the itinerary, inclusions and exclusions. Please download and take the latest version of the Trip Notes with you on your holiday.

2. About the trip Is this trip for you?

We aim to provide detailed and accurate information in our documentation so that clients can assess their own suitability and fitness for a specific trip. We ask that you satisfy yourself prior to booking that you are able to complete the itinerary as described in the Trip Notes. All our trips feature Activity Level icons as guides to the type of itinerary and the level of challenge the trip will involve.

An explanation of each Activity Level can be found at www.exodus.co.uk/activity-levels . Please let your sales consultant know during the booking process if you have concerns and queries about any aspects of the itinerary.

Participation We ask our clients to always abide by the authority of the tour leader. There is an agreement in place between Exodus and our tour leaders, allowing them to exclude any client from part or all of a trip if it unfortunately becomes apparent that they cannot manage particular elements of a trip or is likely to put either them self or other people at risk. It is, however, not a decision that is reached lightly or that is made frequently.

Pre-existing medical conditions We ask you to let us know of any pre-existing conditions, illnesses, disabilities or recent surgeries which may affect your safety or other people’s enjoyment of the holiday.

Please email CustomerServices@exodus.co.uk to make us aware of any pre-existing medical conditions. Our Trip Notes provide information on whether a particular holiday is considered to be suitable for a person with reduced mobility. There is no upper age limit on our tours, 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. We also require you to advise us of any dietary requirements in advance of a tour.

Accommodation 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.

We ask you to satisfy yourself that you do not have any conditions or preferences which may preclude you from sharing a room, and that you speak to your sales consultant if you would like to enquire about a single supplement.

Key information to help you prepare Important trip documentation will be provided during the booking process and prior to your holiday. If you have any queries or notice any inaccuracies, please contact Exodus as soon as possible.

We are able to provide basic advice to clients regarding passports and visa requirements, but 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.

British nationals require a full passport which is valid for six months after the date of your scheduled return home.

The Trip Notes for each holiday provide more detailed information on visa requirements.

We recommend that you contact your Medical Professional or a Travel Health Clinic for information about vaccinations or specific health risks in the area to which you are travelling. Please see the Practical For full booking conditions please visit exodus.co.uk

Information section of the Trip Notes for information relating to vaccinations for your specific tour. 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.

The Trip Notes also include information about packing suggestions and essential items that we recommend you bring on your holiday.

Risks of adventure travel Whilst 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.

Adverse weather conditions, political situations and a host of other uncontrollable factors can mean a change in itinerary. 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. 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.

3. Booking on a Flight Inclusive or Land Only Basis Exodus holidays can be booked on a Land Only basis or with international flights. When booking on a Flight Inclusive basis, Exodus complies with our responsibilities under the ATOL regime. For all packages (Flight Inclusive or not) we comply with the Package Travel and Linked Travel Regulations 2018. In the event of a significant change to travel plans by an airline, we are responsible for ensuring that you can complete your journeys in a reasonable timeframe and without additional cost to yourself. Please see point 6 for more information on the Package Travel Regulations.

Flight costs and supplements Flight Inclusive prices include return flights from a London airport and UK departure tax. Our Flight Inclusive trip prices include a base price for the flights, however this is always subject to availability at the time of booking as airfares are outside of our control. Where the cost of flights is higher than this base price, a flight supplement may be applicable; your sales consultant will be able to advise you if this is the case.

in several ways: directly over the telephone (020 8712 3164), by email using Sales@exodus.co.uk, via our website www.exodus.co.uk and the Live Chat function on our website, or through an approved travel agent.

Travel insurance It 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 the holiday (including the maximum altitude reached). We recommend that you take out insurance as soon as your booking is confirmed.

5. Payment, cancellations and changes Unless stated otherwise during the booking process or in the full terms and conditions, the following applies: Deposit You will be asked to pay a deposit at the time of booking of at least 10% per person of your selected travel arrangements (minimum ÂŁ150 per person or equivalent).

You may also be required to pay on booking for any non-transferable and non-refundable items; your sales consultant will advise you of this during the booking process.

Final balance We will invoice you for the remainder of the cost of your holiday, which must be paid prior to 56 days 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.

Making changes to your trip Please contact Exodus as soon possible if you wish to make a change to your existing booking, wish to change to a different tour or wish to change departure date.

We will always endeavour to assist with the requested change, but this is subject to availability and payment may need to be made for non-refundable costs (for example from airlines) and other fees may also be applicable.

Cancellation conditions You may cancel your tour at any time by providing written communication from the lead booker. As we start to incur costs from the time the contract is confirmed we will retain your deposit and will apply other cancellation charges as shown below. Please note, however, that for certain travel arrangements the cancellation charge may be higher than those shown; please ask your sales consultant for full details of cancellation charges at time of 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

Loss of deposit unless booking (and deposit) is transferred to a new booking within 12 months of the date the original booking was cancelled

56 and 42 days (inclusive)

50% of the holiday cost

41 and 28 days (inclusive)

60% of the holiday cost

27 and 15 days (inclusive)

80% of the holiday cost

14 days or less (or failure to join the holiday) (inclusive)

100% of the holiday cost

Transfers If you are travelling on the designated group flights, return airport transfers will be included at the destination.

If you are travelling on non-group flights, airport transfers may be at an additional cost unless shown in your documentation as a free or included transfer; please ask your sales consultant for transfer details during the booking process. If you book on a Land Only basis, services start and end at the local joining point detailed in your documentation.

6. Our contract with you

4. How to book

Full terms and conditions apply to your booking and can be found here: www.exodus.co.uk/about-exodus/ exodus-booking-conditions

If you would like to make a booking you can contact us

As an Exodus customer you may have rights under the Package Travel and Linked Travel Regulations 2018 where your booking amounts to a package holiday.

These are detailed here: www.exodus.co.uk/key-rights

KEY BOOKING INFORMATION

This link also includes information on our Privacy Policy and our Data Protection Commitment.

If we change or cancel your booking We plan the arrangements for your tour many months in advance and may occasionally have to make changes, most of which are minor.

When a major change (as outlined in the full terms and conditions on our website) occurs, you will have the choice of either: a) accepting the change; or b) 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; or c) cancelling your tour, in which case you shall receive a full refund of all monies paid.

Most of our trips are group holidays and require a certain number of participants to operate; we include details of normal group sizes in the Trip Notes and on

our 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 not later than four weeks before departure. 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 nonchangeable travel arrangements.

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ATOL protection All the flights and Flight Inclusive holidays in this brochure are financially protected by the ATOL scheme. When you pay you will be supplied with an ATOL Certificate.

Please ask for it and check to ensure that everything you booked (flights, hotels and other services) is listed on it.

Please see our booking conditions for further information or for more information about financial protection and the ATOL Certificate go to: www.caa.co.uk Our ATOL number is 2582.

7. Your financial protection ATBA protection We will provide you with financial protection for package holidays you buy from us that do not include travel by air by way of a bond held by ABTA. 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.

All holidays advertised in this brochure are operated

by Exodus Travels Ltd. Registered number 1150160, a member of the Travelopia Group of companies.

Registered Office: Origin One, 108 High Street, Crawley, West Sussex, RH10 1BD.

TRAVEL AWARE – STAY SAFE & HEALTHY ABROAD The Foreign & Commonwealth Office and the NHS have up-to-date advice on staying safe and healthy abroad. For more on security, local laws, plus passport and visa information, see https://travelaware.campaign.gov.uk/ Keep informed of current travel health news by visiting https://travelhealthpro.org.uk/ Advice can change so check regularly for updates.

For further information, please visit us at www.exodus.co.uk/travel-safety-advice

THE EXODUS TRAVEL INSURANCE POLICY The 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.

Worldwide Annual Multi-Trip Insurance:

European & Worldwide Single Trip Insurance:

Summary of Cover: (per person up to)

Please call us for a quote.

Please call us for a quote.

• Medical Expenses £10,000,000

• Any number of trips permitted within one year, including travel booked independently of Exodus

•C ompetitive rates available for trips of varying durations; please call us for more information

• Personal Liability £2,000,000

• R educed child rates for children aged 18 years or under at time of booking if travelling with an adult insured under the scheme

• Cancellation or Curtailment £5,000*

Premiums are doubled for persons aged 66 to 74 years

• Personal Effects £2,000

• 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.

• Personal Accident £25,000 • Cancellation due to Delayed Departure £2,000 • Legal Expenses £50,000 *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.

Please note that there are a maximum number of days for any single journey.

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 21 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.

For full booking conditions please visit exodus.co.uk

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Why Exodus?

W H Y E XODUS?

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

Trust:

Flexible:

We’re one of only five Which?

Recommended travel providers, and happily host over 10,000 unedited customer reviews of our holidays online.

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.

Expert:

Safe:

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.

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.

Value:

Secure:

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.

Exodus hold an Air Traffic Organisers License (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.

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.

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.

HOW TO BOOK As full of holiday inspiration as this brochure is, it only scratches the surface of the trips Exodus offer. On our website you’ll find many more, each with a detailed itinerary, extensive trip notes and activity level guidance. You can also delve into the finer details such as what to pack, what’s included and what you need to know before you book. And if you do wish to book, then here’s how…

And Remember...

THE EXODUS Collective

The Exodus Collective is our new loyalty scheme. From your second trip onwards, get exclusive benefits and 5% off for your entire family when you book within a year. On your sixth trip, you’ll reach our ‘Pioneer’ level, doubling the discount.

Visit exodus.co.uk/loyalty-scheme for more information.

ENQUIRIES & RESERVATIONS

GOING TAILORMADE

If you’d like to book a guided group adventure, or have any questions for the team, you can contact us in the following ways:

Our Tailormade Team have spent decades arranging holiday experiences for Exodus travellers, and even longer exploring the globe themselves. With their advice and experience, you can create something wonderful.

To get started, contact them here:

Call: 0203 553 9487 Email: sales@exodus.co.uk Live chat online: exodus.co.uk Book online: exodus.co.uk

Call: 0203 733 4849 Email: specialistsales@exodus.co.uk Request a call back: exodus.co.uk/ tailormadeadventures

Opening Hours: Mon-Thu: 9am - 8pm Fri: 9am - 7pm Sat: 9am - 4pm Sun: 10am - 4pm

FLEXIBLE

Deposits

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 twelve months of your original departure date.

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ONLINE

TO FIND OUT MORE We have a range of additional specialist brochures for every type of adventurer. Our Cycling Adventures, Discovery & Wildlife, Walking & Trekking and Winter brochures delve a little deeper.

You can request or download one here: exodus.co.uk/brochures For further inspiration, ideas and insight, visit our blog or follow us on social media:

You’ll find all dates and pricing information online, as well as maps and trip notes. Simply follow the individual trip URL at the bottom of each trip listing to find out more.

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twitter.com/exodustravels

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For full details, up-to-date prices, and booking conditions, please visit exodus.co.uk or call one of our experts.

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