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V ICTOR I AN
Driving Tour
A ‘Dr i ve You r O wn’ Car Tour of the Victorian Highlands
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TOUR SUMMARY “Everything has been really
top shelf. If you could bottle
this, you’d be a millionaire.”
ME LBOU R NE · DAYL ESFO RD · MANSF IELD
Dale & Joyce, USA
"
T H URS DAY 11 – SUNDAY 14 NOVEMB ER 20 21*
Reignite your love of driving with an escape to the Victorian Highlands for a luxury
driving experience coupled with the TARGA High Country tarmac rally.
This incredible ‘Drive Your Own’ car long weekend away combines two bucket-list
driving experiences: a luxury open road drive exploring the best accommodation,
dining and scenery Victoria has to offer, coupled with some fast-paced, closed
road action in the TARGA rally. Whether you have a passion for driving,
picturesque scenery, world-class accommodation, or exquisite dining, this trip
covers all bases in one incredible getaway.
* Dates currently indicative. Details and pricing tentative until dates confirmed.
A snapshot OF THE TOUR
Day 1 OPTIONAL WELCOME DINNER
Melbourne
Day 2 DRIVE DAY 1 (OPEN ROADS)
Melbourne to Daylesford
Day 3 DRIVE DAY TWO (MIXED ROADS)
Daylesford to Mansfield
Day 4 DRIVE DAY THREE (CLOSED ROADS)
Mansfield Loop
Day 5 DRIVE DAY FOUR (MIXED ROADS)
Optional Heli + Dinner
Day 6 FAREWELL & DEPARTURES
Onward Journeys
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A L u xu ry Tour O F R E G I O N A L V I C T O R I A ( O P E N R OA D S )
WEDNESDAY 10 – FRIDAY 12 NOVEMBER
O ur ‘Drive Your Own’ car adventure
begins in Melbourne on
Wednesday with an optional welcome
Your first day of driving will take
place on open roads, with the route
covering a selection of renowned roads
depart Daylesford and head east
through the north of the Yarra Ranges
National Park to link up into the TARGA
dinner. For interstate guests, opt to throughout the Yarra and Macedon High Country tarmac rally. The morning
arrive in the afternoon and enjoy an Ranges. In between the twists and will feature a selection of magnificent
additional night's accommodation at turns of the region's meandering and free-flowing sections of tarmac before
Crown Towers, as well as the welcome scenic backroads, the group will stop we stop for lunch.
dinner. Local guests can also opt to for a gourmet lunch at Levantine Hill,
enjoy a staycation in the city, or to join then again for afternoon tea. In the afternoon you will wet your
us for the welcome dinner only. whistle for following days of closed
In the early evening the convoy will road rallying with your first couple of
In the evening guests who have opted arrive into the Lake House and trade LAKE HOUSE (5-STAR) stages, including Dry Creek Hill, Mount SEBEL PINNACLE VALLEY (4-STAR)
into the experience will meet for a keys for a glass of bubbles. The hotel Single, double and twin rooms available Terrible and Mount Buller. The first two Single, double and twin rooms available
welcome aperitif and dinner at Crown. lies on the shores of beautiful Lake stages have a bit of everything – fast,
Here you'll spend a relaxed evening Daylesford, and is one of Victoria's flowing sweepers, tight corners and
meeting other guests on the tour most celebrated regional venues. After spectacular views over Lake Eildon (If
while enjoying award-winning cuisine. some time to relax and refresh, the you’re brave enough to look down!).
The first of many gourmet dining group will meet for dinner at the hotel's The run up Mt Buller is not to be
experiences over the coming days! AGFG-hatted restaurant for Culinary missed, offering the opportunity to
Director Alla Wolf-Tasker's signature watch the competition cars on the
On Thursday morning the experience degustation menu. Over the course final corner of the stage. That evening
will officially begin with a display start of the evening Alla and her team will the group will arrive into the Sebel
and light catered brunch at St Kilda deliver fresh seasonal cruising paired Pinnacle Valley, your home for the next
beach. Here all guests and cars in the with an acclaimed wine selection. two nights. Enjoy a relaxed dinner with
group will meet and depart together to the group before turning in for a good
start the driving tour. On Friday morning the group will LAKEHOUSE RESTAURANT night's sleep. SEBEL RESTAURANT
AGFG-Hatted Restaurant Relaxed fine dining
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T a r g a High C oun try TA R M AC R A L LY ( C L O S E D R OA D S )
SATURDAY 34 – SUNDAY 14 NOVEMBER
O n Saturday you will enjoy a full
day of tarmac rallying as part of
the TARGA component of the event.
are repeated in reverse after lunch,
followed by the famous Mansfield
Street Stage and Street Party where
make our way to Yarra Valley to enjoy
a leisurely late lunch at the stunning
Yering Station vineyard – a must-see
Taking part in TARGA will afford you can mingle with the competitors estate that was also Victoria's first
you the rare and incredibly coveted and spectators. After a big day on vineyard. Spend the afternoon relaxing
opportunity to experience your the roads we will return to the Sebel at Yering, taking part in a tasting at
favourite car in the most liberating Pinnacle Valley for a second night, their cellar door before sitting down to
setting – on a closed road. As part of enjoying a quiet dinner at the hotel. a beautiful lunch and wine pairing.
the tour you will be participating in
the tour category of the rally, enjoying Day three of the rally covers the As lunch concludes you can choose
the opportunity to experience the rally mammoth 49km stage of Jamieson to drive back to the city, or to take
in a non-competitive format, while – the second-longest stage on the SEBEL PINNACLE VALLEY (4-STAR) one of our chartered helicopters for a CROWN TOWERS ( 5-STAR )
still taking on the same challenging TARGA calendar – and a reverse of the Single, double and twin rooms available scenic flight from the Yarra Valley back Single, double and twin rooms available
driving experience as legendary TARGA Friday afternoon run. This stage starts to Crown (in which case our team will
competitors including Jim Richards, with a twisty, steep uphill run followed drive your car back). Upon arrival you
Peter Brock, and even the late, great Sir by kilometre after kilometre of linking have time to refresh before an optional
Sterling Moss. corners that offer no reprieve. It then farewell dinner. Over a final evening of
opens up for a high-speed blast over fine cuisine, reminisce on the past few
The second day of the rally is a loop the top of the mountain before a tight incredible days of driving, and making
out from Mansfield. The day includes run to the bottom. Regarded by many unforgettable memories and new
seven closed road stages, including as one of the most challenging stages friends.
Barwite, Tolmie and King Valley. Before in the country, you will feel a sense of
lunch you will enjoy some high speed, relief and elation at the finish line. On Monday guests can who opted into
flowing stages combined with a twisty the final dinner can enjoy a sleep-in
run down the valley into Whitfield In the early afternoon our tour will peel and breakfast, after which you are free
for lunch at Pizzini Wines. The stages off from the final stages of TARGA and SEBEL RESTAURANT to depart for onward travel plans. GRADI ITALIAN
Celebrated Regional Cuisine Relaxed fine dining
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ITINERARY
A Snapshot of the Tour
DAY 1: WEDNESDAY 10 NOVEMBER stop for lunch at a charming vineyard in In the early afternoon our group will
OPTIONAL MELBOURNE WELCOME Trawool. peel off from the final stages of TARGA
For interstate guests, arrive into and make our way down to the Yarra
Melbourne by late afternoon. Your car, In the afternoon you will have your first Valley for a leisurely afternoon of wine
having been transported from your home, taste of closed road rallying with your first tasting and lunch at Yering Station. As
will be securely stored and waiting for couple of TARGA stages, including Dry lunch concludes you can choose to drive
your arrival. Creek Hill, Mount Terrible and Mt Buller. back to Melbourne, or hop aboard our
These first stages have a bit of everything chartered helicopters for a scenic flight
Local and interstate guests who have – fast, flowing sweepers, linking and back to Crown. That evening you can opt
opted into the welcome evening will then tightening corners and spectacular views. to meet for a final dinner with the group
meet for an aperitif and dinner at Crown. That evening the group will arrive into the where you can reminisce on the fantastic
A great way to start the long weekend and Sebel Pinnacle Valley for a relaxed dinner weekend that was.
meet other guests on the tour. at the hotel.
Breakfast Lunch
Breakfast Lunch Sebel Resort Yering Station
Dinner Accommodation
Lake House On Route
Rosetta Crown Towers Dinner Accommodation
Dinner Accommodation Gradi Crown Towers
Sebel Resort Sebel Resort
DAY 2: THURSDAY 11 NOVEMBER
DRIVE DAY 1 (OPEN ROADS) DAY 6: MONDAY 15 NOVEMBER
DAY 4: SATURDAY 13 NOVEMBER FAREWELL + DEPARTURES
Meet in the morning down at St Kilda beach
DRIVE DAY 3 (CLOSED ROADS)
for a light catered brunch and display start. For those who opted to join the additional
From here the group kick off the first day The second day of the rally is a loop out night, following breakfast and check-out the
of the drive. Today's drive will take place from Mansfield. The day includes seven day is yours before transfers and onward
on open roads, with the route covering closed road stages. Before lunch you will travel plans.
a selection of renowned tarmac sections enjoy some high speed, flowing stages
Breakfast Other Dining
throughout the Yarra and Macedon combined with a twisty run down the
Crown Towers Own arrangements
Ranges to Daylesford. valley into Whitfield for lunch at Pizzini
Wines. The stages are repeated in reverse
In the early evening the convoy will arrive after lunch, followed by the famous
into the Lake House – one of Victoria's Mansfield Street Stage and Street Party.
most celebrated regional venues – and
trade keys for a glass of bubbles. After After a big day on the roads we will return
some time to relax and refresh, the group to the Sebel Pinnacle Valley for a second
will meet for dinner at the hotel's AGFG- night, enjoying a quiet dinner at the hotel.
hatted restaurant.
Breakfast Lunch
Breakfast Lunch Sebel Resort On Route
Catered Levantine Hill Dinner Accommodation
Dinner Accommodation Sebel Resort Sebel Resort
Lake House Lake House
DAY 5: SUNDAY 14 NOVEMBER
DRIVE DAY 4 (MIXED ROADS)
DAY 3: FRIDAY 12 NOVEMBER
DRIVE DAY 2 (MIXED ROADS) Day three of the tarmac rally covers the
On Friday the convoy will head east mammoth 49km stage of Jamieson – the
through the north of the Yarra Ranges second-longest stage on the TARGA
National Park to link up with the TARGA calendar – and a reverse of the Friday
High Country tarmac rally. The morning afternoon run. Regarded by many as
will feature a selection of magnificent one of the most challenging tarmac rally
free-flowing sections of tarmac before we stages in the country, you will feel a sense
of relief and elation at the finish line.
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T H E F I N E R D E TA I L S
Inclusions, Exclusions, and Options to Complete Your Experience
Our tours are designed to be end-to-end luxury travel experiences.
Your total Tour Investment is comprised of your Tour Package, Optional Add-Ons, and Accommodation and Dining Package.
The Optional Add-Ons are designed to enhance and complete your experience, as you wish to build on it. Accommodation and Dining Packages are outlined on the next page.
* Please note, packages are currently tentative and based on 2020 pricing. Brochure will be updated once 2021 rates confirmed.
TO U R PAC K AG E OPTIONAL ADD-ONS
TOUR PACKAGE INCLUSIONS Tour Package: £3,490 GBP + GST (per car)
• Guided tour of Victoria hosted over four days and three nights
• Four days driving a selection of Victoria's greatest roads comprising a mix of open road section and closed road rallying as part of TARGA
High Country, including:
• Detailed route instruction/navigation with experienced guides
• Two-way in-car communication system
• Full vehicle support including lead and sweep cars
• Entry into TARGA High Country including roadbooks and lanyards, official ‘Invitation to compete’, participation in closed
MELBOURNE WELCOME / FAREWELL CHARTERED HELICOPTER
road stages, and a set of TARGA metal number plates and door panels.
• Dining throughout the drive days, including: As the final lunch at Yering Station concludes you can choose
At the start and/or conclusion of the tour you can opt to join us for
• Private catered breakfast on Thursday morning take a seat in our chartered helicopters for a scenic flight back to
an evening in Melbourne. The option includes:
• Gourmet lunch at Levantine Hill Estate on Friday afternoon Crown Towers in the Melbourne CBD.
• An evening at Crown Towers for interstate guests who wish to
• Lunch as part of the TARGA tour on Saturday
join, or local guests looking for staycation including breakfast For guests opting into this option, our concierge team will drive
• An afternoon of wine tasting and lunch at Yering Station on Sunday
and valet parking (pricing includes a Deluxe Room, with the your car back to the city or your home, depending on your
• An aperitif on arrival to the hotel each day of the drive preference. If you like, they can also arrange for it to be detailed
option to upgrade to a Premier Room or Executive Club Suite)
• Separate luggage transport and full porterage on the way!
• An informal welcome including a champagne aperitif
and relaxed fine dining dinner for the group including
accompanying wines
TOUR PACKAGE EXCLUSIONS
ACCOM & DINING FROM £350 GBP ( per person per stay ) £450 GBP ( per person )*
FLIGHTS BEFORE OR AFTER THE TOUR DINING ONLY £150 GBP AUD ( per person per dinner ) * availability and final pricing depending on numbers
Please make your own travel arrangements for the days before and after the Tour. On request, the UDT team can provide advice or assistance
with arranging flights.
TRAVEL INSURANCE
All participants must have a comprehensive travel insurance policy in place before leaving for the Tour. Particular attention should be paid to
cover for items such as medical/dental, personal effects and cancellations.
ACCOMMODATION AND DINING PACKAGE
Due to the diversity of options and preferences, accommodation is organised separately to the Tour investment. An Accommodation and Dining
Package has been designed specifically for this tour. Further details available on the following page.
CAR TRANSPORT
Car transport will be arranged from a central location in each capital city. Pricing will depend on your home city.
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A C C O M M O D AT I O N & D I N I N G C A L C U L AT E Y O U R I N V E S T M E N T
Choose Your Preference
Due to the diversity of options and preferences, accommodation is packaged separately to the Tour Package. Your Accommodation
and Dining Package covers your accommodation, breakfast at the hotel each morning and dinners each evening. Lunches, morning/
afternoon tea, and aperitifs are included as listed in the Tour Package. All you need to do is 1) select your room occupancy (double,
twin, or single) and 2) choose your room category (Gold, Platinum, or Black).
* Please note, packages are currently tentative and based on 2020 pricing. Brochure will be updated once 2021 rates confirmed.
G O L D AC C O M M O DAT I O N & D I N I N G PAC K AG E *
Four nights in a standard room in each luxury hotel featured on
the tour, as selected from the room options at right. Double Twin-share Single
(per person) (per person) (per person)
Gourmet dining with paired wines at renowned restaurants each
evening of the tour, as well as breakfast each day.
£850 GBP £850 GBP £1,190 GBP
Your Tour Investment is comprised of:
P L AT I N U M AC C O M M O DAT I O N & D I N I N G PAC K AG E *
1) Tour Package + 2) Optional Add-Ons + 3) Accommodation and Dining Package
Four nights in a premium room in each luxury hotel throughout the
tour, as selected from the room options at right.
TOUR PACKAGE^ OPTIONAL ADD-ONS A&D PACKAGE (DRIVING TOUR)^ #
Gourmet dining with paired wines at renowned restaurants each Double Twin-share Single
evening of the tour, as well as breakfast each day. (per person) (per person) (per person) GOLD PLATINUM BLACK
Melbourne
Limousine transfers for arrival and departure on tour (between Car Transport Double (pp) Double (pp) Double (pp)
(Accom & Dining)
point of arrival and departure and commencing and concluding £POA
£1,050 GBP £1,090 GBP £1,490 GBP from £350 GBP £850 GBP £1,050 GBP £1,750 GBP
tour hotels).^ (per car)
( per person per stay )
£3,490 GBP
+ + Twin-share (pp) Twin-share (pp) Twin-share (pp)
(per car)
£850 GBP £1,090 GBP £1,850 GBP
B L A C K AC C O M M O DAT I O N & D I N I N G PAC K AG E * Melbourne
(Dining Only) Helicopter
£150 GBP £450 GBP
Single Single Single
Priority access to suites and premium rooms at each luxury hotel ( per person per ( per person )
£1,190 GBP £1,490 GBP £2,450 GBP
for the four nights of the tour, as selected from the room options dinner )
at right.
Gourmet dining with paired wines at renowned restaurants each
^ Pricing excludes 10% GST
evening of the tour, as well as breakfast each day. Double Twin-share Single
(per person) (per person) (per person) #
Choose your level (gold or platinum or black) and your room occupancy (single, twin, or double)
Door-to-door return limousine transfers from your home to the
commencement hotel, and from the concluding hotel to your
home.
£1,750 GBP £1,850 GBP £2,450 GBP
Our team of luxury travel professionals will be on hand to curate
every aspect of your travel experience down to the finest detail.
The Optional Melbourne Welcome with a premium room at the
5-star Crown Towers (see Page 4 for more details).
* Pr i ci n g e xc l u d e s GST
^Tra ns fe rs a re b a se d o n tra vel with in metrop ol ita n region s. Re g i onal/ i nter-ci ty trans fers wi ll vary dependi ng on locati on.
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COMMON QUESTIONS COVID-19 MANAGEMENT
UDT takes your health and safety seriously. In light of the current pandemic, we have implemented a
number of health and safety practices for both guests and staff. These include:
• The provision of a sanitising pack in each car including gloves, a face mask, hand sanitiser and wipes
• Sanitising stations for use on arrival and departure at all venues and stops
• Adherence to social distancing throughout the event
• Daily temperature checks
We also require venues and suppliers to follow health and safety procedures, and request guests
similarly act responsibly in terms of informing us if you feel unwell in the lead up to or during an event, or
have had close contact with a confirmed or suspected case.
Lastly, on our events we avoid big cities and crowded places where possible. If feasible, we also book
exclusive use of hotels, restaurants and experiences, or request separate, private spaces for our guests.
How does the driving work? relevant to the location and tour type, Accommodation and Dining Package
from the tight switchbacks and hairpins and any Optional Add-Ons. Your Tour
The drive operates in a loose convoy, of alpine passes, to loose, flowing Package is priced per car, while the
with a lead and sweep car (driven by country backroads, and fast-paced Accommodation and Dining Package
professional drivers), and two-way autostradas. The driving roads are also and Optional Add-Ons (where
radio contact between all vehicles. The incredibly scenic, so whether you’re applicable) are priced per person.
lead car navigates for the convoy and behind the wheel or passengering for a
provides updates on conditions, so section, you will be sure to enjoy it! Where do we stay and eat?
drivers can focus on enjoying the cars
and drive. What type of guests do you have on The places you stay each evening
tour? and the restaurants in which you
The sweep car ensures no one dine should complement your overall
becomes lost or separated from Our tours are a mix of guests from experience. Our team seeks out
the group. The drive is around around the world. We have friends, luxurious and unique hotels in the
250km/155mi over 7-8 hours per day family, business associates, and more regions we visit, from ornate castles,
including regular stops for morning/ attend, including plenty of couples. to private villas, boutique resorts and
afternoon tea, lunch and driver/car Ultimately our groups are made up more. Dining is always a social affair,
changes. of like-minded people who share a pairing gourmet cuisine with fine wine,
passion for motoring as well as the over which the group can share stories
What type of roads do we drive? finer things in life. Many go on to keep and experiences.
in contact after the tour and often
Our team has spent over a decade become life-long friends. Guests will always stay and dine
researching and identifying the best together; the only difference with
roads in the world. We do our best to How does pricing work? package options is the room category
avoid heavily trafficked cities and seek and occupancy type, as well as extras.
out the freedom of the open road. As outlined on page 10 and to the
The routes chosen for our tours cover left of this page, your Tour Investment
a selection of different road types will be comprised of the Tour Package,
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