Nick Brimblecombe has spent some 40 years in the travel industry and the last 15 of those have been directly involved in classic motoring tours; taking thousands of car owners and enthusiasts to the finest historic events.  His son Thomas Brimblecombe has been bought up with classic cars and for over 10 years assisting with the car tours his Father has developed, since he was a young lad! For the past five years he has operated the leading brand created by his father.

All the great events are on WCGT’s calendar for 2011 starting with Historic Grand Prix de Pau and the Mille Miglia in May, the hill climb at Mont Ventoux in June, the Circuit des Remparts at Angouleme in September and the Algarve Festival in October. Here is a taster of ‘Classic Grand Touring’s’ May events.

Mille Miglia: 7-18 May
Benefit from 10 years of experience taking guests to the most famous of all the road races. The tour is designed to travel out from the UK and across France and Switzerland into Italy at a relaxed pace. Daily driving distances are sensible and we include car free days to ensure you get a holiday as well as taking in the best bits of the Mille Miglia event. Highlights including three nights at a fabulous hotel overlooking Lake Iseo, Lake Tour by boat with lakeside lunch, tried and tested routes, fine gastronomy and wine.

Grand Prix de Pau Historique: 10-17 May
2011 marks the return of the Grand Prix de Pau Historique – and in a big way! It has been decided that the organisers will now run the event annually in order to grow the event back to its former glories; it inherits the nickname ‘Little Monaco’ for good reason.

WCGT have intimate knowledge of this event having been visitors since its conception in 2001, so you are assured the tour is sympathetically put together in order that you get the finest experience possible. Our driving tour departs from Portsmouth for the 2030 hrs boat to St Malo. A welcome drinks party on board is included to get to know your fellow participants. Accommodation is reserved for you and for those that wish we will reserve dinner on board which is optional.

The itinerary ensures that the driving is a relaxing experience so that you can enjoy your car. Detailed route suggestions are supplied. Coffee stops and lunch suggestions are incorporated keeping driving distances sensible all along the way. In Pau everything is taken care so you gain full access to all that goes on.    
A three night arrangement in Pau is available to give you the flexibility to travel by car, air or train, whilst everything in Pau on your arrival is taken care of. We can of course help and advise on your travel arrangements if you wish.