
Frequentley Asked Questions
I’m Browsing…
-
Our tours are thoughtfully crafted to showcase each destination at its absolute best! We carefully select the ideal time of year for every experience. For example, the Classic Alps tour is planned when snowfall is at a minimum, keeping the mountain passes open for a seamless and breathtaking drive through the Alps.
In addition to our carefully timed tours, we’re excited to introduce some special out-of-season options, like our Winter Warmer and Spring Sensation tours. Winter brings a unique charm, with quieter roads and a cozy, peaceful atmosphere as the landscapes transform under a soft winter light. Spring, on the other hand, breathes fresh life into the scenery, with blossoming flowers, milder temperatures, and vibrant, green landscapes—a beautiful time to explore with fewer crowds and stunning views.
Make sure you’re on our mailing list! Reach out to us through our Contacts Page, and we’ll happily add you so you won’t miss any updates on these exciting specials.
And for those who prefer flexibility, our self-guided tours are available all year round, so you can set off whenever the spirit of adventure calls. Whether you’re drawn to the rich colours of autumn, the crisp allure of winter, the fresh blooms of spring, or the long days of summer, we’re here to help you craft the perfect journey!
-
On our home page go to the tour menu and select the tour that you are interested in. From here you can find out all the information on the tour and you there will be a book now button. Click this button and you'll be directed to our secure stripe payment page where you will be able to make an initial deposit.
-
All participants are required to have a comprehensive travel insurance policy in place before departing for the tour. Your policy should pay particular attention for medical and dental treatment, personal belongings, and any potential cancellations.
-
Our tours range from a maximum 6 couples (two people sharing) upwards. It depends on seasonal demand and how popular the tours are. Some are more popular than others. We may increase the numbers slightly if demand is high. Typically we would not go above 8 couples.
We do have tour 'specials' where numbers can increase anywhere from 10 couples upwards. These tend to be driver edition tours. We would advertise the numbers when marketing the tour.
-
In the UK, it's the British Pound.
In Europe, including Ireland, it's the Euro.
In Switzerland, it's the Swiss Franc.
When on tour, it's advisable to have some cash. We'd suggest using credit and debit cards also.
Please note, American Express is not widely used by the places we visit on our tours. Generally, because of the high fees, hotels and attractions will not accept AMEX.
Please note, WE DO ACCEPT AMEX when booking our tours.
-
No, we provide one for you as part of the package.
-
We have different rental partners depending on different which tour you go on. For example, in the UK we have different partner suppliers to Europe.
Our Great Scotland Tour group tour, and Grand Wales Tour group tour, we currently use a fleet of Minis from one of our UK suppliers.
For Ireland and Europe, our vehicles for 2026 and onwards will be VW Golfs or similar.
For our self-drive tours we do have specialist suppliers where you can choose a sports car, for example Porsche, Aston Martin, BMW etc..
We do not charge extra on teh rentals, apart from a small administration fee which is absorbed into the cost of your tour.
-
Our tours are now priced per person, based on two people sharing.
If you are looing to travel solo, speak with a member of the team to get an accurate price for a solo traveller.
-
Unless otherwise stated, your rooms will come with a double-bed. If you would prefer a twin room (2x single beds), please let us know on your booking questionnaire.
Please note, all room types are subject to availability and will be allocated on a first booked, first serve basis.
We will endeavour to ensure you have your selected room type, but on rare occasions this may not be possible.
-
Breakfast is included on all tours, unles otherwise stated.
Lunches are not included.
Dependant on the which tour, some evening meals may be included. Please check with a member of the UDA team.
We work closely with our hotel partners to make dining smooth and enjoyable. Because we are a larger group and often in remote locations, hotels will require for your meal choices in advance so their kitchens can prepare and serve more efficiently. We will provide you with menu options for pre-bookings.
Your food and drinks bill will be charged to your room, and you can settle your bill either that evening or at checkout the next morning.
-
We welcome all ages on our tours. However, typically our guests tend to be in the age bracket of 40-80 years of age. Well behaved teenagers are welcome.
Drivers of vehicles cannot be under the age of 25 or over the age of 80 and must have held a full driving licence for at least two years, with no more than six penalty points.
If you are older than 80 years old and would like to drive we can make special arrangements to accomodate your driving. Please contact us diretcly before booking at team@ultimatedrivingadventures.com
-
Our self-guided and group tours feature carefully selected three- and four-star hotels, chosen to enhance the tour experience with comfort and charm while fitting seamlessly into the group’s budget. These accommodations allow guests to focus on what truly matters: the camaraderie, friendships, and memories made along the journey.
For those interested in a heightened level of luxury, we also offer bespoke five-star self-guided tours, designed to provide an exceptional experience tailored to your individual preferences and budget. Simply share your requirements when you enquire.
-
Yes we do!
-
Our clients have differing spending habits. But to give an idea of what to budget, we would advise a minimum, per person:
Lunches, drinks, snacks, and souvenirs we’d suggest £30-50 per day
Breakfast is included each day of your tour unless specified otherwise. Some tours may also include evening meals; please refer to your tour details for specifics.
Where evening meals are not included, meals will have a fixed price as we require to let hotels know of meal selection in advance for large groups. Typically the set menus start from £60 per person.
Fuel prices can vary based on the time of your tour and driving style. We estimate a budget of between £300 and £600, tour dependant.
Please note these are estimates, and actual costs may vary based on personal preferences.
-
No. We recommend budgeting between £450 and £600 for fuel, depending on which tour you are on. Please note, this is an estimate.
Actual cost will vary dependant on fuel prices at the time of your tour.
-
In the UK, we have right-hand drive cars that drive on the left side of the road. All of our tours currently start in London and are driven by UK spec vehciles.
For our European tours where we start off in London in UK, the cars are right hand drive but we drive on the right hand side of the road.
European tours which start and finish in Europe are left hand drive cars and driven on the right hand side of the road.
-
Drivers must be aged between 27 years and 75 years old, and must have held a full driving licence for at least two years, with no more than six penalty points or any serious endorsements on your license. If unsure, speak with a member of the team.
Driving licenses are automatically accepted from the US, Canada, and Europe. Other countries may have to apply for an IDP (International Driving Permit).
If you are older than 75 years, let us know and we can make special arrangments to accomodate this. There may be an additional charge for this.
-
An initial non-refundable deposit of 20% is required on all tours to reserve you spot and start the booking process.
We offer two payment options: pay in full or pay in instalments ( subject to availability based on how close booking is made to tour start date). Either 3, 4 or 6 monthly instalments to pay remaining balance.
Once the deposit is recieve you will recieve a Welcome Email with our booking questionnaire. Here you can choose which paymnet option to have.
-
Flights are not included. Dependant on which tour you are booked onto will depend ob which airport you need to fly to. Please ask a member of the team before booking your flights.
-
Please see our terms and conditions on refunds if we have to cancel the tours.
As a small, independant travel business and due to the nature of what we do, we aren’t equipped to offer refunds should you change your mind or be unable to attend. This is because we have to organise and secure hotels and car hire services well in advance, as well as pay our staff and ongoing costs to operate the business.
We would always advise you take out the correct travel insurance to cover you for such events whereby you can no longer attend the tour.
-
You find our terms and conditions by clicking here
Please ensure you have read these terms in full BEFORE making any booking or payment to Ultimate Driving Adventures.
I’ve booked…what’s next?
-
After booking, you will receive your tour welcome email. Please do not delete. This will detail information on your tour and a link to our tour booking questionnaire. Our tour questionnaire details items such as dietary requirement, any special requirements we may need to be made aware of, and your payment plan (paying in full or instalments).
-
Yes.
As stated in our terms and conditions we highly recommend you take out travel insurance from the start, prior to booking.
-
Ensuring you have the proper travel documents, including valid passports and visas, is essential and varies based on your destination and country of residence. Please check with your local government’s travel office for specific requirements and plan accordingly. We advise that your passport be valid for at least six months beyond your planned return date. If you are unsure please reach out to a member of the team here at UDA.
On tour…
-
We hand pick rental companies that match our standards and values. Typically, our vehicles supplied are less than 3 years old and are exceptionally maintained. Our tour cars will have ample space for your luggage in the boot (trunk) and the back seats for extra space if needed.
-
In some instances, there will be laundry facilities on the tour. However, always pack for the duration of your tour and do not rely on laundry facilties. Please ask Team UDA for more information should you need it.
-
We will be taking you on some of the best driving roads in the world.
Each tour will vary. Our customers will need the confidence to drive and navigate mountain passes, single track roads, and motorways. Tours usually start with main roads and motorways to allow you to get used to driving your vehicle.