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The Grand Continental Escape: Passes & Palazzos 

Autumn 2025

 Vineyard's, food, people & moments: a Continental Blast

Day 1: UK → 

Hook of Holland (via Ferry)

Depart the UK and cross the North Sea. Arrive in the Netherlands and settle into the rhythm of continental roads. 



Day 2: Hook of Holland → 

Colmar, France

Drive through the heart of Europe to the charming Alsatian town of Colmar. Explore timber-framed houses and canals



Day 3: Colmar → 

Val Müstair, Switzerland

Cross into the Swiss Alps for a serene night in the remote valley of Val Müstair—nestled between peaks and peace. 



Day 4: Stelvio Pass → 

Pisa, Italy

Unleash your engines on the legendary Stelvio Pass. Then descend into Italy for a relaxed evening in Pisa, home of the iconic leaning tower. 


Day 5 - 11: Tuscany 

Chianti Region

A week of indulgence: winding roads, vineyard visits, hilltop towns, and unforgettable meals. Base yourself in Chianti and explore Siena, Florence, and the surrounding countryside. 


Day 12: Tuscany → Milan →

Lake Como → Bellinzona

Drive north through Milan’s urban energy, then unwind by the shores of Lake Como before crossing into Switzerland for a night in Bellinzona. 


Day 13: Bellinzona → Furka Pass →

Grimselstrasse → Dijon

A day of alpine mastery: conquer the Furka and Grimsel passes, then descend into France for a gourmet stop in Dijon. 



Day 14: Dijon → Channel Tunnel →

UK Return

Final leg through northern France, then back across the Channel with memories of mountains, wine and winding roads. 



Final Smiles


New friends depart and head home