Enjoy a week in Italy, driving around the beautiful Lake Garda and into the Otztaler Alps to climb the famed Stelvio Pass, voted the best driving road in the world by BBC’s Top Gear.
The Italian lakes conjure a dreamy image of romance and beauty, amongst the bucolic landscapes. All around mountains tumble steeply into ribbons of blue, islands float enticingly just offshore, whilst mellowed villas sit in …
The Goodwood Revival is a magical step back in time, a celebration of the halcyon days of motor racing as it used to be with all the accompanying spectacle and glamour of that era, with competitors and spectators alike dressed in period fashions. This is an outstanding event, the Revival is in a league of its own and there is no other motor sport spectacle in the world to compare. It is an enormous theatrical experience with the motor racing …
A wonderful two week tour of the Norwegian fjords and mountains. Visit Bergen and Alesund and discover the stunning scenery of southern Norway. This tour takes you on an amazing journey through historical, cultural and scenic delights. Highlights include visiting the spectacular fjords, exploring the exquisite towns of Stavanger, Bergen and Alesund, driving some of the world’s most thrilling mountain passes, past breath-taking scenery, and discovering one of the most beautiful countries in the world.
A wonderful two week tour of the Norwegian fjords and mountains. Visit Bergen and Alesund and discover the stunning scenery of southern Norway. This tour takes you on an amazing journey through historical, cultural and scenic delights. Highlights include visiting the spectacular fjords, exploring the exquisite towns of Bergen and Alesund, driving some of the world’s most thrilling mountain passes, past breath-taking scenery, and discovering one of the most beautiful countries …
The Italian lakes conjure a dreamy image of romance and beauty, amongst the bucolic landscapes. All around mountains tumble steeply into ribbons of blue, islands float enticingly just offshore, whilst mellowed villas sit in perfect gardens along the shorelines.
“See the Lakes in style … fold down the roof and follow a specially designed scenic route that snakes around …
Enjoy the gardens and region of Normandy in northern France. Three days will be spent discovering some of the beautiful and little-known gardens of Normandy, with gardens expert Clare Whately, and the garden owners themselves. The particular fascination of these Normandy gardens is that the climate and the range of plants are similar to Britain yet the French create quite different and truly exceptional gardens. There are …
By September 1907 Claude Johnson and the Rolls-Royce Silver Ghost had completed several demonstration hill climbs, two trips to Scotland and the 15,000 mile Reliability Trial, all in the space of just over 3 months! Not surprisingly he decided to take the car, his family, and a few friends down to Cornwall for a holiday.
The 20-Ghost Club intends to do likewise, although not emulating Johnson’s exuberant start, …
A three week trip to Norway and Sweden, including the Arctic Circle. A motoring experience that gives you the opportunity to enjoy driving your car along some of the world’s best roads.A holiday that gives you the chance to enjoy charming hotels, good food and captivating scenery in the land of the midnight sun.
Spend a long weekend discovering ancient villages, remote fens and fields touring the lovely counties of Norfolk and Suffolk. Visit the north Norfolk coast, and the broads before heading down to Suffolk and the coastal towns of Southwold and Aldeburgh, and then inland to the pretty town of Lavenham.
Classic Travelling and the 20-Ghost Club is organising, with assistance from the RREC and SGA, a Centenary Scottish Tour, for Rolls Royce Silver Ghosts only, starting, like Johnson, from London. The Lord Mayor of London will flag the tour off from outside the Royal Automobile Club before following Jonson’s route up to Scotland via Derbyshire and the Lake District.
Over 70,000 Britons annually invade La Sarthe for the legendary 24 Heures du Mans. Enjoy France’s ambience and gastronomy combined with the unique spectacle of the world’s fastest sports prototypes and GTs battling for acceptance in the June race. All teams invited to Les Preliminaires have to take part and put in a strong performance to be considered for final entry.
South Africa offers an unparalleled touring experience: Following a route that has been specifically chosen to encompass some of the most stunning and diverse landscapes, we shall be visiting the most scenic parts of southern Africa, including Cape Town and its surrounding area, the glorious Winelands, the Little Karoo, the beautiful Garden Route, and Addo Elephant Park.
This sensational five week trip of a lifetime will take you and your classic car to the most beautiful and historical parts of South Africa. Travel more than four thousand miles from Cape Town to Durban, via Kruger Park and Swaziland, visiting cosmopolitan cities, wonderful countryside, mountains and beaches, and experience the rich and varied culture, along with a true African safari.
Rated as The Guardian newspaper’s number one road trip (April 2006), the Atlantic Road zigzags across 12 low bridges that jut out over the sea, linking the islands between Molde (famous for its annual jazz festival in July) and Kristiansund in the western fjords. The Hustadvika is an infamous stretch of ocean and in storm it is fantastically dramatic. In calmer weather you might spot whales and seals.
Discover the delights of northern Spain with this fabulous two week tour. Explore the lesser-known areas of Catalonia and Aragon, where there is little traffic, and therefore excellent driving on exciting, winding roads, accompanied by far reaching views of hills, mountains and lakes. Starting and finishing in Bilbao, explore Rioja, see Barcelona & the Pyrennees, visit the tiny principality of Andorra, the city of Pamplona and the seaside …
This two week tour of the Alps and mountain regions of France, Germany, Austria, Italy and Switzerland takes you on an amazing journey through historical, cultural and scenic delights. Highlights include staying in the Champagne region, visiting Alsace and the Schlumpf Collection Motor Museum, touring Bavaria with its fairytale castles, travelling through the magnificent Austrian and Swiss Alps, driving some of the world’s most thrilling mountain passes, past breath-taking …
This tour of Scotland encompasses some of the very best and most spectacular scenery of Scotland, with lochs, mountains and historic towns. Visit the Isle of Skye, Inverness and Loch Ness, Balmoral Castle, the Cairngorms, St. Andrews and Edinburgh.
This tour starts and finishes in the Lake District at Penrith. Take one of the world’s most scenic drives through Cumbria and Northumberland and cross, via the Cheviot Hills, into Scotland and Edinburgh.
This four day tour encompasses the best of the whole lakes area, and is excellent for both cultural and scenic value. Drive some stunning roads, see beautiful scenery and visit wonderful country houses. Take the opportunity to go walking or take a relaxing boat trip.
Castles, country houses, Canterbury Cathedral and the orchards of the Kent and Sussex, also known as the Garden of England This two night, three day tour of the south east of England combines stunning gardens, ancient towns and stately homes. The route will take you along winding country lanes and offer wonderful views overlooking the rolling countryside of England.
Visit Yorkshire with it ancient towns and cities, moorland and dales. This three day tour takes in the best of this stunning region of England. Start in York and climb over the North York Moors before heading west to Richmond, the entrance to Swaledale and return via Wensleydale, famous for its cheese, to Harrogate, a beautiful spa town.
The honey-yellow stone towns and villages of the Cotswolds have enchanted visitors for generations and it is a perfect touring area with quiet, meandering roads and quaint architecture. The Thames has played a major role in the history of England through the centuries. It rises in the Cotswolds and flows some 210 miles to London and the sea. Villages and towns are scattered along its banks with pleasant walks and delightful …
This tour starts and finishes in Ashbourne, Derbyshire and takes in southern part the splendid Peak District National Park.
This tour takes in the highlights of the beautiful southern English Lake District around Lakes Windermere and Coniston. Drive past the lakes, mountains and scenery that make the area so famous and popular.
Lush tropical gardens, ancient moors, wooded river valleys, picturesque quays and secluded sandy coves - if this unspoilt county were not blessed enough, the great gardens of Cornwall adds another dimension to the region. Cornwall is the British destination for garden lovers. Start in Falmouth, the third deepest natural harbour in the world, before heading towards the historical city of Truro and on to the …
Spend a long weekend in the delightful county of Hampshire to experience and enjoy some glorious driving, whilst touring the beautiful and historic New Forest and Test Valley. The New Forest has much to see with its pretty woodlands, open heath and lovely coastline, whilst staying in a charming country house hotel with a Michelin-starred restaurant.
Visit Yorkshire with its ancient towns and cities, moorland and dales. This three day tour takes in the best of this stunning region of England. Based in the North York Moors for two nights, the tour will take you to Richmond and Swaledale and return via Wensleydale, famous for its cheese. The following day will explore the North York Moors and the coast.
Denmark offers a compelling mix of dynamic cities, historic towns, appealing villages, bucolic farmland, serene woodland and idyllic islands. The country has a vibrant mix of culture and history, with medieval buildings, castles, Viking ruins and fine museums: a wonderful combination of sophistication and charm. The sea defines the country in many ways and white sandy beaches match those of the Caribbean.
From the Rhineland to the Vosges mountains, we explore the most beautiful areas of Alsace. The vineyards in the foothills, spa towns nestled in narrow valleys, and enchanting towns set amongst the thickly wooded hills. Picturesque medieval villages and ruined castles dot the region whose Germanic origins are clear in the place names and the cuisine. There will also be a visit to the Schlumpf Collection in Mulhouse.
Spend a long weekend discovering ancient villages, remote fens and fields touring the lovely counties of Norfolk and Suffolk. Visit Cambridge, the north Norfolk coast, and the broads before heading down to Suffolk and the coastal towns of Southwold and Aldeburgh, and then inland to the pretty town of Lavenham.
Get set for a revival weekend, don your best period clothing and head west for the perfect country house experience. Due to repeated requests, we are encouraging guests to wear period clothing, either from the era of their vehicle, or of their choice, for the duration of the weekend.
Explore the wild areas of Dartmoor and Exmoor - regions rich in history and culture, with pretty market towns and delightful stone …
This three week tour of Poland and the Baltic States takes you on an amazing journey through, historical, cultural and scenic delights, visiting six beautiful capital cities and seven countries, as well as the less explored countryside of these fascinating, former Eastern bloc countries. The journey to and from the Baltics includes driving through Denmark, Germany and Finland as well.
A ten day tour of Ireland, starting and finishing at Rosslare. (Sailings are also available from Holyhead to Dun Laoghaire). This escorted group tour will be limited to just ten cars. The tour will visit Waterford, Cork, the Ring of Kerry, the beautiful west coast, and Dublin. The trip will be at a leisurely pace giving you plenty of time to explore and relax.
See the Lakes in style behind the wheel of a classic sports car. Strap on a pair of open-backed leather gloves, fold down the roof and follow a specially designed scenic route that snakes around the back roads between Maggiore, Como, Iseo and Garda.