A posh real life road race – The FT Run To Monaco 2013

Got a supercar? Not afraid to use it? This is most definitely for you! The run to Monaco 2013 is an exclusive supercar rally from London to Monaco (with spaces available to purchase!) incorporating everything from luxury events, the finest cuisine, the chance to stay at some of France and Monaco`s best hotels.

Hold on – there`s more! You will also have the unique opportunity to race the Monaco Grand Prix circuit with a F1 driver before watching the race itself.

Luxury highlights to this unique driving experience taking place in May 2013 include

Lunch created by two Michelin Starred chef Marc Meurin, at the restaurant Chateau de Bealieu

A stay at the luxurious Hotel Au Coeur De Village

Private beach party

VIP tables at Amber Lounge in Monaco

Driving highlights include –

Drift a Superlight Caterham around a figure of eight course

Test drive the ultimate race-car, the Radical SR8 RX (Pictured)

Lap the closed Monte Carlo Street Circuit just before the actual Grand Prix begins in a £250,000 supercar driven by a former F1 star

Access to the Champions lounge and unparalleled views of the Monaco Grand Prix

Run to Monaco`s itinerary far surpasses any other supercar rally`s programme with each entrant experiencing the very best in hospitality, access to exclusive luxury events, the finest in wine and gastronomy and the adventure of a lifetime. You can see the full itinerary below.

Day One – starts with an early morning at Brands Hatch and the first challenge; to drift a Superlight Caterham around a figure of eight course. Afterwards all entrants and cars will line up on the Formula 1 grid and begin the drive across the UK to board their private Eurostar to Calais. Upon arrival in France the supercar fleet will tour the countryside with an expertly planned route to an exquisite lunch created by two Michelin Starred chef Marc Meurin, at the restaurant Chateau de Bealieu. A relaxed run in the afternoon guides the fleet to the Hotel Royal Champagne with a vista of kings overlooking the renowned vine covered hills. In the evening a flock of Citroen 2CVs will be on hand to whisk participants to an underground banquet in the chalk cellars of one of the top champagne houses.

Day Two – sees the entrants drive from Champagne through the luscious vineyards of Burgundy and the forests of Yonne, and down to the circuit `Dijon-Prenois` where lunch will be waiting. At this track attendees will have the chance to test drive the ultimate race-car, the Radical SR8 RX, with instructors on hand to give guidance and tips. A leisurely afternoon drive will result in a stay at the luxurious Hotel Au Coeur De Village at the foot of the Alps. Guests will have time to unwind and relax before a raucous Savoyard feast on the terrace prepared by the `meilleur ouvrier de France` – an exclusive award of excellence granted only every few years.

Day three – sees the cars twisting and soaring around the mountains of the Alps with a picnic spot at one of the prettiest valleys of the Hautes Alpes. The afternoon`s drive will feature some of the roads ridden in the Tour De France and Monte Carlo rally, finishing at the Chateau St Martin high in the hills above the Riviera where guests will be greeted by champagne and a chance to reflect on the epic journey of 1000 miles covered thus far. Participants then will be whisked by helicopter over the stunning views of Monaco to the Royal Riviera in St Jean Cap Ferrat, followed by a private beach party complete with excellent food, drinks and prizes from the previous 3 days.

Day Four – offers a morning of leisure with a Whitmarsh launches on hand to escort the applicants to `The Champions Lounge` at the Monaco Grand Prix, boasting a stunning birdseye view of the track and an army of chefs, waitresses and barmen ready to cater to guests` every need. As part of the Run To Monaco family, applicants have the enviable chance to lap the closed Monte Carlo Street Circuit just moments before the serious action begins in a £250,000 supercar driven by a former F1 star, hurtling past super yachts, spectators and RasCasse. That evening brings the glamorous side of Monaco to life, with champagne and canapés on a super yacht followed by VIP tables at Amber Lounge with chauffeurs on call to take guests back to the hotel at a time of their choice.

Day Five – the final day of the tour brings the Monaco Grand Prix race day itself with access to the Champions lounge and unparalleled views of the most iconic race in the world. Guests will have their every whim catered for and will be part of this special occasion alongside former F1 stars and other crucial personalities form the world of F1. Once the Grand Prix has run its course guests are invited to stay and soak up the atmosphere at their leisure before returning to the Royal Riviera. Post Run To Monaco, all cars will be transported home whilst guests will be flown back to the UK by private jet.