5 Day South of France Event - Oct 5

Supercar Test Event - South of France 

For 2024 we will be returning to the South of France once again for our signature supercar test events. The combination of guaranteed sun, deserted national parks, iconic roads (such as Route Napoleon and Col de Turini), and then rolling into Monte Carlo at the end means our South of France test event is more than just about the cars.

The fully guided event will start from the jet-set resort of Cannes, overlooking the sunny Med, and includes 3 unique driving tours including the wide open space of the National Parc Verdon, the sweeping Route Napoleon, and the tight and twisty cols of the Alps Maritimes, including Route Turini which takes us down into Monte Carlo, where we finish with a VIP night out in the principality. With 6 cars to test over 3 days, you get a half day behind the wheel of each car, and at the end, we will have Top Gear-style scoring plus an awards ceremony. Each day of driving has its own unique charms and roads, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in this incredible region of France.

For this particular event, the cars you will get to test are:  Porsche 911GTS Cab, Merc S63 AMG, Ferrari 296GTC, Lamborghini Evo Spider, Mclaren Artura Spider and either Ferrari Portofino M or Roma Spider (if delivered on time)

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Supercar Test Event in the South of France

Day 1 (5/10) - Arrive in Cannes

Arrivals into Cannes via Nice airport. Take an afternoon stroll along Rue d'Antibes, the main shopping drag, then down to the delightful Croissette, where we suggest you dine. Alternatively, walk further along the promenade and around Cannes harbor where there are several delightful fish restaurants to choose from. We meet up in the evening for greetings and briefings before heading out for dinner together along the main promenade.

Overnight Hotel: 5-Star Superior Hotel Martinez, Cannes, France

Day 2 (6/10) - Tour through the Alps Maritimes to Provence

Our first tour starts with a run along the coast from Cannes through the fashionable seaside town of Juan-les-Pins, then round to the Port of Antibes where we will stop for morning coffees. Next, we'll head up into the Alps Maritimes, crossing the beautiful Col de Vence, and driving along Route de Gentelly. Then, up to Château de Taulane, the highest golf course in the south of France for lunch. After lunch, we continue through the National Parc Verdon, and along the northern side of Gorges Verdon (the French Grand Canyon), then into Provence and the beautiful region of Luberon for the evening.

Overnight Hotel: 5-Star Superior Relais & Chateaux Hotel Couvent des Minimes

Day 3 (7/10) - Mont Ventoux

On Day 3, we'll guide you on a scenic loop of the Luberon Valley, culminating in a run-up to the summit of Mont Ventoux, one of the most famous cycling stages on the Tour de France. The Luberon region is renowned for its delicious fruity wines and blooming lavender fields. This drive takes you along the valley and over twisty Col de Murs before you immerse yourself in the beauty of the hilltop village of Gordes, overlooking the Luberon vineyards. Alternatively, you can just spend this day at the hotel enjoying the spa, and some food and drink, and we can even help arrange a local wine tasting.

Overnight Hotel: 5-Star Superior Relais & Chateaux Hotel Couvent des Minimes

Day 4 (8/10) - Route Napoleon, Parc Verdon and onto Monte Carlo

Day 4 starts with a run to the famous windmill Montfuron in Provence before heading to the region of Valensole, famous for its lavender fields. The drive then continues up to the hilltop town of Moustiers-Sainte-Marie where we will stop for lunch at the Alain Ducasse restaurant La Bastide de Moustiers. The group then will head back along the Gorges Verdon, continuing to the sweeping Route Napoleon (possibly the greatest “drivers'” road in France) before heading back up to the village of Gourdon, one of the Top 5 most beautiful villages in France. Then, we'll continue to the small village of Saint Paul de Vence. Finally, we continue down to the Mediterranean Coast to Monte Carlo where the tour ends in style.

Overnight Hotel: 5-Star Superior Hotel Metropole Monte Carlo

Day 5 (9/10) – Day at Leisure in Monte Carlo

Spend a final day in Monte Carlo to enjoy the sights and sounds of this jet-set principality.

OTHER INFORMATION

Package Includes: 4 nights of luxury accommodation, breakfasts included, 3 scenic driving tours, insurance to drive all 6 cars on the event, with a reduced franchise deposit of €10000 per couple, lead car/tour guide plus support assistant taking care of the group throughout, welcome apero on arrival, as well as a gala dinner followed by a VIP night out at the end of the event in Monte Carlo. The price is based on double room accommodation and two people for each car. Note on hotels: prices are based on twin room sharing. For separate (doubles single use) add €900 per person.

Not Included: Lunches and dinners except the final gala night, and fuel is paid at the end of the event based on a share of the actual consumption.

Booking & Deposit: If you are interested in joining this guided group tour, please use the inquiry form to register your interest. Once confirmed, we ask for an initial holding deposit of 30% per car entry to secure your seat. As soon as the minimum entrants (4 cars) are confirmed for the trip, your final confirmation will be issued, with the balance then due 6 weeks before the date of the event. In the unlikely situation that the rally is not fully subscribed, any holding deposit will be fully refunded.

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