California Self Drive Holiday
April through November (Enquire for Dates)
Santa Barbara | Paso Robles | Carmel Valley | Big Sur | Santa Monica
Book a luxury car from our fleet and enjoy an unforgettable self-guided driving tour experiencing a series of California’s more renowned roads. The route traverses the twists and turns of the striking arid Los Padres National Forest, the lush vineyards of the central coast wine region, and the azure Highway 1 coastline. Complete your experience with luxury accommodation, visits to world-class wineries and gourmet coastal dining experiences.
Our self-guided driving tours come complete with a planned route and the exotic of your choice – whether that's a likes of a stunning convertible or hardtop from the likes of Aston, Bentley, Ferrari, Lamborghini, McLaren, Porsche and more.
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Itinerary
An example of your Californian self-guided driving vacation
Arrive into Santa Barbara
Meet your chauffeur for transfers to the first hotel on your drive, Belmond El Encanto. Set amid lush hills overlooking the Pacific, El Encanto is lauded as the region’s most iconic boutique five-star resort. With coastal-inspired fare and spectacular views, we recommend dining in-house at the hotel’s restaurant, The Dining Room and Terrace.
First Drive Day
The first day of your luxurious self-guided driving tour of California will take you from Santa Barbara to Paso Robles via the twists and turns of the Los Padres National Forest. Discover the diverse landscapes of the region from lush coastlines to semi-desert ecosystems further inland.
Second Drive Day
Day two will see you follow the Paso Robles wine trail before enjoying the sparsely trafficked backroads that traverse the rolling hills of central California. Take advantage of your proximity to Carmel Valley to explore the exceptional local wine boutiques.
Third Drive Day
For your third day, we recommend a relaxed start, and perhaps even a lie in, as your final day of driving is quite long. However, today is a shorter day and will take you around the Carmel Valley coastline through Monterey and Pebble Beach via the unmistakable 17 Mile Drive.
Fourth Drive Day
Your final day of driving is a big one! Prepare to discover the iconic Highway 1 all the way from Big Sur back to Los Angeles. Take time to appreciate the spectacular sweeping ocean views along your way. Once you’ve arrived in Santa Monica beach, a member of our team will meet you to arrange the vehicle’s return. That evening you can opt to conclude the drive or stay a night in Santa Monica at the iconic Shutters on the Beach.
Departures and Onward Travel Plans
Enjoy a leisurely start to the day with a late breakfast - today is your to relax and enjoy! Spend it by the pool, take a walk along the beach, or perhaps book a bike and cycle along the coast. The hotel team have been briefed on your late departure and will gladly store your luggage for the day once you do check out. In the evening, a representative from Ultimate Driving Tours will meet you for transfers back to the airport.
Farewell and Departures
Enjoy a sleep-in and a leisurely breakfast. Check-out from the hotel is Midday. From here the day is yours before transfers and onward travel plans.
Fleet
Choose the incredible exotic car you wish to pilot on your luxury self drive holiday in California
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Labelled as the most important Aston in the marques history, the DB11 is a supremely sophisticated blend of hypermodern, road-crushing technologies and old-school Gran Tourer charm.
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If you're hungry for a gorgeous, driver-friendly supercar that's quick-as-lightning, the new release update to the incredible R8 delivers, and then some. Consider your wish granted.
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Solely responsible for the revival of the modern Bentley brand, the Continental GT is the perfect grand tourer, sporting a unique twin-turbo W12 and a truly luxurious interior.
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Powered by a monstrous 6.2L supercharged V8, the Z06 is a supremely competent supercar. More importantly, the ‘Vette is a proud all-American effort, perfect for blasting through Route 66.
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The Dodge halo-car is raw, exciting and dangerous! With a massive 8.4L V10 producing around 650HP… it has racing, and bragging credentials as well. No turbos, no auto, just pure American muscle.
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Enzo Ferrari said that only a true Ferrari has 12 cylinders and an engine up front. Welcome to the 812, which delivers in spades - 800HP, a 0-100 sprint in 2.9s and a top speed of 340kph. Superfast indeed.
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The successor to the adored 458 sees the eager-revving and naturally aspirated V8 retired in favour of a turbocharged powerplant. This supercar will propel you from 0 - 100 in just three seconds.
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Lighter, faster and stiffer than its predecessor, the Portofino is the real deal. Possibly one of the prettiest Ferraris of all time, with performance figures now to match.
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Perhaps the best-looking coupe of the modern era, this blistering machine features an insane supercharged 5.0L V8 that has been described as sounding like 'a jackhammer choir'.
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With a top speed listed simply as ‘more than 350km/hr', the Lamborghini Aventador S is brutally powerful, obscenely flamboyant, and always a fan favourite!
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The Huracan is a fantastic combination of fast, loud, and sharp. With an ingenious 4WD system, the Performante offers impressive technical specs and performance to boot.
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Be warned: while there are many fast cars out there, few have the performance capabilities that require drivers to up their game so profoundly. Are you ready for this beast?
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With a dauntingly low driving position, way back over the rear axle, the devastatingly handsome GT draws heavily on the lauded SLS. An agile yet comfortable grand tourer.
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For decades, the 911 has been the stuff of legend - a title it continues to claim today. Capable in all situations, this precision instrument remains a timeless inclusion on our tours.
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For decades, the 911 has been the stuff of legend - a title it continues to claim today. Capable in all situations, this precision instrument remains a timeless inclusion on our tours.
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The true pinnacle of automotive luxury, the Dawn adds an exquisitely engineered convertible roof to an already serene and blissful driving experience.
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