April 22 to 30, 2015
The SAFE Raid is an exciting journey from Malaga to the UK, through Spain, Andorra, France and England in our fleet of 2CVs. With up to 16 on the road for each event they make a spectacular sight driving through the countryside.
Now in its second year, the SAFE Raid explores the lesser travelled roads, providing a unique view of these countries. We explore areas that are away from the usual tourist beat and in the evenings we stay in wonderful Paradors in Spain and four or five star hotels in France.
The route has been designed to give you time to enjoy the spectacular countryside, stop for lunch and taste the local cuisine and arrive in time to take advantage of the great hotel.
Itinerary
Day One, April 22 – Arrive Malaga
We meet you at Malaga Airport and transport you to the Hotel where you are introduced to your car and the event team. Welcome Dinner and drinks.
Day Two, April 23 – Malaga to Granada
From Malaga we head through the southern hills to historic Granada. The first day is on the old road that twists and turns while offering spectacular views.
Day Three, April 24 – Granada to Albacete
From Granada we have a longer day through the Sierra de Castril mountains. Wonderful views and roads.
Day Four, April 25 – Albacete to Alcaniz
From Albacete we head north through the hills to Teruel along the eastern side of Spain. Out of the hills we have a sweeping drive to the night stop at Alcaniz in the hill top Parador.
Day Five, April 26 – Alcaniz to Andorra
Another beautiful day takes us from Alcaniz to the Pyrenees and the duty free country of Andorra. Here we stop for the night in the ski resort of Soldeu.
Day Six, April 27 – Andorra to Villeneuve sur Lot
From Andorra we drop down the spectacular pass into France. Passing by Foix and Toulouse we cross the mighty Garonne river before arriving at the beautiful town of Villeneuve sur Lot.
Day Seven, April 28 – Villeneuve to Cognac
From Villeneuve sur Lot we take the routes less travelled towards Cognac as we make a diagonal run across France.
Day Eight, April 29 – Cognac to Le Mans
After a great night at the Chateau near Cognac we head north to Le Mans, home of the famous 24-hour race.
Day Nine, April 30 – Le Mans to Le Havre
The final day of a fabulous drive takes us to the port of Le Havre to catch the fast ferry to the UK.
NAVIGATION
Navigation will be by detailed roadbook, coupled with a Sat Nav back-up.