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