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Belgian Grand Prix

7 September 2008 - Spa Francorchamps

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In 2007 the podium was never in doubt. Raikkonen led from the start backed up by teammate Massa and Alonso stayed ahead of Hamilton to complete the line up. Further back it was all happening. Fisichella retired after just one lap and it was a dismal day for the Toyota team. Webber had an excellent race for Red Bull finishing 7th and Sutil, in the Spyker, progressed magnificently from 19th on the grid, reaching 12th before a mistake at Les Combes put him back to an eventual 14th place.

Spa-Francorchamps made a welcome return to the calendar in 2007 with a revised start/finish line and a wider track at La Source hairpin. Happily the first bend still represents a leap of faith with a clean exit into the descent to Eau Rouge bringing a sigh of relief. Like Monaco, pole position here has added benefits. After the spine-tingling start the circuit rises and falls in spectacular fashion through the forests of the Ardennes, making it unique on the F1 calendar. Drivers love the challenge it represents and spectators love to watch from the legendary bends and vantage points amongst the trees.

A weekend in Belgium is a delightful experience. Not only is the scenery magnificent but it has some of the best restaurants in Europe. Our tours give you the flexibility to fly in from a regional airport, arrive by Eurostar from central London or to take your own car and enjoy some of the delightful towns and villages around the circuit.

3 or 4 nights in Brussels by Air or Eurostar

You can fly direct to Brussels from a choice of regional airports or travel by Eurostar from St.Pancras Station directly to the Gare du Midi and reach the centre of Brussels in under two hours. Our hotels are all centrally located, offer excellent facilities and are within walking distance of the Grand Place with its bars and restaurants. We include circuit transfers each day and you will be well looked after by our representatives in Brussels.

Thursday 4 or Friday 5 September

Fly from your chosen airport or take the Eurostar from London St.Pancras to Brussels. On arrival make your way to your hotel where accommodation is reserved for you for four or three nights on bed and breakfast basis. After checking in the day is free to enjoy as you wish. Our representative will be available to help and advise you.

Friday 5, Saturday 6 & Sunday 7 September

At leisure, or join our coach to the circuit for F1 practice and qualifying, supporting events and the race itself.

Monday 8 September

After breakfast check out of your hotel at your leisure and in good time to make your way to the airport or to the Gare du Midi to check in for your flight or Eurostar to the UK.

Price per person
Hotel	No. of nights	Twin/ Double	Single supplement
Vendome	3	£369	£80
Vendome	4	£449	£110
Crowne Plaza	3	£399	£105
Crowne Plaza	4	£469	£140
Bedford	3	£449	£105
Bedford	4	£519	£140

Our prices are based on flights from London Gatwick and Heathrow to Brussels on a choice of flights by British Airways or Brussels Airlines. Flights from alternative regional airports can also be reserved for you - just call us and tell us your nearest airport and we will advise you on availability and any applicable supplements. All flights and trains are subject to availability and any applicable supplements will be advised to you before your reservation is confirmed.

Our Hotels

Hotel Vendome * * *

The hotel is in the historic centre of Brussels. Recently refurbished the bedrooms have private bathroom, TV, telephone and hairdryer. The Brasserie Vendome specialises in authentic Belgian cuisine and the Belgian Beer Bar is the perfect place to relax after a long day.

Crowne Plaza Le Palace Hotel * * * *

Located within close proximity to the Botanical Gardens and the downtown shopping area. The Grand Place is approximately ten minutes on foot. This modern hotel offers a bar and restaurant and all rooms have private bathroom, TV, telephone and minibar.

Bedford Hotel * * * *

In the heart of Brussels and just a few minutes walk from the Grand Place. The hotel has a restaurant and a cosy lounge and piano bar, ideal for sampling the many Belgian beers and where light meals are also served. Bedrooms are comfortable with modern facilities and have private bathroom, TV, radio, telephone, hairdryer and safety deposit box.

3 or 4 nights by Car

Friday 5 September

Check in in Dover for your crossing to Calais. P&O operate frequent crossings and you may choose your preferred timings. On arrival continue through northern France and Belgium to your hotel in Liege or La Gleize where accommodation is reserved for you for four or three nights on bed and breakfast basis.

Saturday 6 & Sunday 7 September

Free to come and go as you wish to the circuit at Spa-Francorchamps.

Monday 8 September

Check out of your hotel and return to Calais in good time for your return ferry.

The prices below are per person and based on Dover to Calais crossings for two to four people per car and the shared occupancy of a twin or double bedded room in Liege and up to four people per apartment in La Gleize. If you prefer to travel from Folkestone to Calais by Eurotunnel we can arrange this for you - a supplement may apply. Please ask for details.

Price per person
Hotel	No. of nights	Persons Per Car			Single Supplement
		2	3	4
Etap	3	£149	£139	£129	£66
	4	£179	£159	£149	£88

Ibis	3	£239	£219	£209	£120
	4	£289	£269	£259	£160

Campanile	3	£279	£259	£249	£165

Aux Ecuries de la Reine	3	£389	£309	£299	-
	4	£489	£389	£379	-

N.B. Vehicle breakdown insurance is not included in the above prices.

If this tour itinerary doesn't meet your requirements, please call us to speak to one of our specialists. We will discuss your plans and we can design a tour to specifically suit your needs.
Whether you would prefer flights from a regional airport, would prefer to travel by train or would prefer to spend longer at the destination... we will be able to tailor make a tour to suit you - call us now on 0845 375 0300

Our Hotels

Etap, Liege

A simple, budget hotel just 5km from the centre of Liege and close to the motorway to Spa-Francorchamps. There is a restaurant close by and bedrooms are basic with a double bed and upper bunk, TV, shower and WC. A continental buffet breakfast is included and there is ample guest parking.

Ibis, Liege * *

A comfortable hotel in a suburb of Liege just 10 minutes from the centre. There is a secure car park and drinks and snacks are available. Bedrooms have shower, WC, TV and telephone. A continental buffet breakfast is included.

Campanile, Liege * * *

A pleasant and welcoming hotel close to the centre of Liege with ample guest parking. The hotel has a bar and restaurant and bedrooms are comfortable with bathroom, TV, telephone and courtesy tea and coffee tray.

Aux Ecuries de la Reine, La Gleize

Ecuries de la Reine

A small holiday village complex with comfortable, traditional-style accommodation on the site of a former farm. Our apartments will accommodate between two and seven people (prices for more than four people on request) and included are breakfast and a four course dinner daily.

The apartments are spacious and well-equipped. The lounge area has a TV and radio and the kitchen, should you wish to make use of it, has an electric hob, oven, coffee maker and microwave. All linen is included too. Each apartment has a bathroom with shower and a separate wc. The apartments are located close to the entrance to the village with magnificent views over the Ambleve and Roannay valley.

Ecuries living room The village has an excellent restaurant with terrace, a large garden with heated swimming pool, barbecue for your use and ample guest parking.

The location is perfect for a weekend at the track – just 10 kilometres from Francorchamps village.

Stays for more than four nights are available on request.

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