CLASSIC AUSTRALIA

TOUR 2010

General Terms & Conditions

As determined by Grandstand Motorsports

COST pp (Cost is based on two passengers , one vehicle in shared twin/double accommodation)

What’s Included?

Return flights (economy class) Vehicle Shipping

Entry into Classic Adelaide 2010

Silverstone Events, Classic Touring Staff Premium Accommodation, as specified or similar – Twin/ Double Share Basis

*Option to arrive Saturday, 13 November after 3pm or Sunday, 14 November prior to 9am

Breakfast Daily

Lunch Provided x 12 Days

Dinner Provided x 11 Nights

Secure Overnight Parking

Baggage and Support Vehicle – Whilst on tour

Baggage Handling – Whilst on tour

Vehicle Shipping – To and From Australia

What’s Not Included?

Items of a personal nature and other costs not specifically mentioned in the itinerary

Beverages

Vehicle Insurance

How To Book For further information, booking enquiries please call:

Classic Australia Tour 2010

What better way to cap off the unique experience of Classic Adelaide than another 11 days of great driving on great roads in great company?

The Australia Tour in 2010 takes participants through some of the most beautiful scenery in Australia on the most engaging roads including one of the world’s most famous coastal drives: the Great Ocean Road.

With Silverstone Events Classic Touring taking care of all your tour details, there’s no pressure – all you have to do is sit back, relax and enjoy the ride!

Day 1 – 4 13 – 16 November 2010

Welcome to Adelaide, Australia! We come together Sunday, mid morning, for a relaxing drive to the surrounding Adelaide Hills and enjoy a light lunch giving us the chance to get to know your fellow travelling companions and tour organisers.

Over the coming days, prior to Classic Adelaide, we visit South Australia’s world famous wine regions and treat you to visits to premier tourist destinations, really setting the scene for your Classic Australia Tour.

Accommodation – Hilton Hotel, Adelaide

Day 5 - 9 17 – 21 November 2010

Throughout the next 5 days you will enjoy the thrill of participating in one of the world’s great rallies - Classic Adelaide! Year in, year out, the event is a huge success with its interstate, international and local competitors generating much attention around the City.

Each day’s course starts in the heart of the City and travels through South Australia’s tourism hot spots including The Barossa Valley, Fleurieu Peninsula and Adelaide Hills.

Together with the excitement of the event are countless associated social functions and events where you have the opportunity to mingle with likeminded car enthusiasts and world renowned racing celebrities.

Accommodation – Hilton Hotel, Adelaide

Day 10 22 November 2010

Leaving Adelaide behind we head south towards the Limestone Coast. We tour through the enchanting Coorong National Park, the beautiful Cape Jaffa wine region and enjoy a lunch stop at one of the exquisite seaside lobster fishing villages along the coast.

Pushing on past the regional centre of Mt Gambier, noted for its Blue Lake, we cross the border into the State of Victoria, where we spend the first night at our beachside hotel overlooking the Bass Strait and the start of the world renowned Great Ocean Road.

Accommodation – Mantra Deep Blue, Warrnambool

Day 11 23 November 2010

Today our journey takes us along the spectacular Great Ocean Road and through the rainforest mountain road of the Otway Ranges. With its breathtaking views of rugged cliffs, sandy coves and dramatic rock formations such as the Twelve Apostles it’s sure to be a drive you won’t forget.

Conde Nast Traveller, the prestigious English travel magazine, voted a drive along the Great Ocean Road in the Top 20 “Journeys of a Lifetime”. We enjoy magnificent bird’s eye views of the magical coastline as you are treated to a delicious lunch at a stunning cliff top restaurant.

Tonight’s overnight stay is Torquay, a popular stop for tourists who travel from far and wide to visit the famous surfing venue of Bells Beach.

Accommodation – Crowne Plaza, Torquay

Day 12 24 November 2010

Following breakfast stretch those legs and explore Torquay before departing for Melbourne in time for lunch. We spend two nights in the City of Melbourne enjoying the city’s Café-Culture lifestyle. The city boasts a lively and cosmopolitan pulse, sitting on the northern banks of the Yarra River, about five kilometres from the bay. Melbourne really is a city with something for everyone.

Enjoy some of Australia’s best eating and drinking; explore historic arcades and laneways lined with cafes and chic boutiques or if the timing is right take in one of its many sporting spectaculars, art exhibitions or performing arts productions.

Accommodation – The Langham, Melbourne

Day 13 25 November 2010

You are free to spend today, in Melbourne, at leisure. Perhaps a spot of shopping in Chapel Street, discover Federation Square, sample the local cafes or explore Melbourne’s rich history and culture.

This evening take some time out from the tour and stroll to a restaurant nearby the Hotel or venture to the ever popular Lygon St or St Kilda; you really are spoilt for choice!

Accommodation – The Langham, Melbourne

Day 14 26 November 2010

After breakfast today we bid farewell to Melbourne and meander through picturesque inland towns to our overnight destination, Lakes Entrance, East Gippsland. As a water-front town, Lakes Entrance is a very popular all year round holiday destination. A walk across the popular landmark footbridge, which crosses Cunningham Arm, links the town centre with the sand dunes and windswept coastline of Bass Strait.

Accommodation – Esplanade Resort & Spa, Lakes Entrance

Day 15 27 November 2010

Today our journey takes us north into New South Wales, snaking our way through the stunning snowy mountains to spend a night in Australia’s Capital City: Canberra. We dine this evening in close proximity to parliament House and the Australian War Memorial.

Accommodation – Hyatt Hotel, Canberra

Day 16 28 November 2010 After breakfast, we depart Canberra for the final leg of the tour arriving at Australia’s premier tourist destination, Sydney. We spend our final 3 nights in this spectacular harbourside city, world famous for its Harbour Bridge and Bondi Beach.

Our hotel in the heart of Circular Quay overlooks the iconic Sydney Opera House and glorious harbour.

Accommodation – Marriott, Sydney Harbour, Circular Quay

Day 17 29 November 2010

Today enjoy a lie in and then private group Sydney Harbour Lunch Cruise. In Sydney you can interact with just about everything – whether that means climbing to the top of the bridge, going on an adrenaline-pumping jet boat tour of the harbour or splashing about in one of the city’s many harbourside pools.

Accommodation - Marriott, Sydney Harbour, Circular Quay

Day 18 30 November 2010

Take advantage of your final at leisure day today. Perhaps for a more relaxing pace visit one of the city’s luxurious day spas or learn about Sydney’s rich cultural heritage on an architecture tour. Wander through the historic Rocks area or head to Darling Harbour, with its great waterfront bars, restaurants, shops and regular free open-air concerts and events.

After your final day exploring we get together for a harbourside group dinner to bid farewell to fellow tour members, reminiscing about the tour that was.

Accommodation – Marriott, Sydney Harbour, Circular Quay

Day 19 1 December 2010

This morning ensure your suitcases are packed, your flights are confirmed before you drive your car to outer Sydney where they will be packed ready for return shipping. A coach will then take you either directly to the airport for those departing for their onward journey today or back into the City for those who are extending their stay.

Message from Mike Rann Premier of South Australia The Classic Adelaide Rally – one of the world’s finest motoring events – promises to be simply brilliant. The rally itself showcases beautifully restored and maintained classic vehicles, taking part in this spectacular event. And the wider event provides visitors to South Australia with the chance to see and experience so many of the things that make our State so special. Just some of these attractions include Adelaide’s elegant and lively City centre, the picturesque Adelaide Hills, and our terrific Wine growing and coastal regions. Of course, all this is complemented by South Australia’s superb food and wine, our fine restaurants and pubs, and our world-class shopping. The South Australian Government is proud to sponsor the Classic Adelaide and we look forward to welcoming participants and fans to our State.

Mike Rann, Premier of South Australia