5 night Classic Tour
This tour includes entry to the Saturday rally on which the
organiser’s require the cars to be pre-1975.
Wednesday 17 September
The tour starts in Portsmouth for the Brittany Ferries 2345h
sailing to Caen. Onboard cabin accomodation is included.
Thursday 18 September
On arrival in France follow the suggested routes to Le
Mans where we will have some exploratory laps of the
Bugatti circuit and an opportunity for some photos of your
car on the famous pit straight. After this we have included
buffet lunch at the circuit museum and a chance to look
around. Leaving Le Mans we drive to La Chartre sur le
Loir where we stay at the Hotel de France. This hotel has
had a close relationship with Le Mans throughout the
years and the bar is covered with memorabilia of the race.
Dinner is included in the hotel restaurant.
Friday 19 September
This morning, after crossing the Loire, we continue down
the Vienne valley on the scenic route to Confolens where
we have arranged a stop for lunch. In the afternoon we
have a leisurely drive into Angoulême to check in to our
hotels. This evening we have a welcome drink and the
evening is then free to enjoy as you wish. The Concours
d’Elegance takes place in the town gardens this evening,
to which you will have access.
Saturday 20 September
This morning the scenic rally departs and the route winds
through the vineyards of Cognac surrounding Angoulême.
There are coffee stops along the way and an excellent lunch
too. After lunch the route gently winds back into Angoulême
and the Concours d’Etat takes place this afternoon at the
Hotel de Ville. This evening tickets are included for the
competitor’s gala buffet in the covered market.
Sunday 21 September
Today the practice and racing takes place and your
tickets give you paddock and grandstand access. In the
evening we have a dinner arranged at one of the top
restaurants in Angoulême.
Monday 22 September
After breakfast at the hotel, check out and make your
way back to Caen for the 1715h sailing, arriving back into
Portsmouth at 2215h.
Price per person
£699 |
based on two people in a car
sharing a twin or double room |
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£1159 |
based on one person in a car
and single room accommodation |
Our Hotel
Hotel Mercure * * *
The Mercure is one of the oldest in the City and occupies the premier position right next to “Les Halles” where the
Competitor’s buffet is held. It also has the huge advantage of ample secure underground parking, especially useful during Les Remparts when parking spaces are at a premium. Although the building (Balzac’s birthplace) is historic, the rooms have all been modernised and are fairly uniform and to the normal Mercure standard. There is a pleasant bar, a good restaurant and a large breakfast room overlooking the attractive gardens. The Mercure is a natural rendez-vous during the Circuit des Remparts owing to its perfect positioning.
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