Like many people, we love a road trip and have taken them all over the world. From the East Coast of Australia through to the West Coast of America. There is nothing like the freedom the open road offers. Creating your own itineraries and being masters of your own destiny is a great way to travel, allowing you to see what you want when you want. Of course, you can take road trips on a relatively low budget (depending on where in the world you are). However, if you have some cash to splash and are considering a luxury driving holiday here are 5 great options that may inspire your next trip.
Abu Dhabi, UAE
The first option is great if you don’t actually want to drive yourself or can’t even drive at all. Have you considered attending an F1 event? Yes, they are held worldwide. However, the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix is an amazing choice with many people having attending on their bucket list. Held at Yas Marina Circuit on Yas Island, the surroundings are fantastic making it a most memorable luxury driving holiday. If the idea of booking everything yourself separately is daunting, some companies sell Abu Dhabi Grand Prix packages. They include everything from your flights and accommodation through to your tickets. Therefore, taking the stress out of your trip and allowing you to enjoy the experience.
Alaska, USA
If dramatic scenery and memories to last a lifetime sound like your kind of thing then a luxury driving holiday through Alaska could be the perfect option for you. Alaska has a lot to offer its visitors. From glaciers fjords and snow-capped mountains through to grizzly bears and breaching humpbacks. A driving holiday through Alaska will allow you to get away from it all and submerge yourself in nature. It is the perfect destination if you want an adventure to remember. You could plan your itinerary (or get a specialist company to do it for you), incorporating fantastic luxury lodgings and restaurants too. Therefore, ensuring it is a trip you will never forget.
The Alps, Germany & Austria
If you’re not the most confident driver but still want to experience a luxury driving holiday, why not head to a couple of countries which are considered to have some of the most driver-friendly roads in Europe? Germany and Austria have some fantastic roads to hit. So, why not hire a luxury car, book some luxury hotels along the route and have an amazing time taking in what the area has to offer? This includes passing by tranquil lakes, visiting historic southern German cities, romantic Bavarian castles and the beautiful Austrian Alps. And not forgetting the iconic Grossglockner Mountain Pass at the heart of High Tauern National Park which spans 48 km and has 36 turns.
North Coast 500, Scotland
The North Coast 500 (NC500) is a 516 mile scenic route around the north coast of Scotland, which starts and ends at Inverness Castle. The suggested timescale for diving the route is a minimum of 5 days. However longer is always recommended to experience the phenominal scenery along the route – mountains, lochs, sub-tropical gardens sea caves etc and spot local wildlife. Some suggested stops for your itinerary include Rogie Falls, Old Man of Stoer and of course Loch Ness. This route can be done on any budget and in any car. However why not add that element of luxury by hiring a vintage car, eating at some amazing resturants and staying at some 5 star hotels?
Amalfi Coast, Italy
So how does hiring an iconic Italian supercar in Italy sound? What about a Ferrari California T, 488 GTB, Portofino or 488 Spider? It sounds like the essential element of a luxury driving holiday, right? From £1,000 a day, this extravagance may be a once in a lifetime opportunity. Therefore you will want to make the most of it. So, you will want to choose the best place in Italy to explore (and be seen!). The Amalfi Coast is ideal. Beautiful towns and villages dotted along the coastline are joined together by the Amalfi Drive (formally Strada Statale 163) which is carved out of the side of the coastal cliffs. It can however become quite congested during the summer months.
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