Gran Turismo Adriatica 2021

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Gran Turismo Adriatica 2021

Returning to the magnificent Magistral – with a new twist.

We will kick off the 2021 season with our annual road trip on the Adriatic coast – using the famous Magistral road - with a fresh continental twist!

Serbia? Oh yes.

It was a matter of time before we visited this gem. The majority of Serbian roads have undergone reconstruction in the past years – following the trends of Croatia and it's little brother Montenegro.

We will get to experience the best of what Serbia has to offer. From the wonderful river canyon passes in the calm South. To the "best in Europe" nightlife of the modern metropolis that is Belgrade.

Event schedule

We meet in the Falisia resort & spa in Portopiccolo, Italy on May 1st. You can enjoy the beautiful spring weather all day long. During the evening we have a drivers' briefing and dinner in the restaurant on the coast. We will have some advice to prepare you for this slightly mental road trip with your super car.

The next seven days we do exactly what we came here for – enjoy the most stunning roads and views the Balkans have to offer. We will drive down the familiar and exhilarating Magistral following the Croatian and Montenegrin shoreline, until we hit Podgorica. Then, we do not turn South like the past years. Oh no, we are going back up North to visit Serbia for two days, wrapping things up in Zagreb, Croatia.

Every day will consist of about three to four hours of driving. We will also stop for lunches, pictures, historic monuments, or just great views – and there is no shortage of those in the Balkans.

Schedule for the 2021 tour

Ready? Here we go. This is the complete schedule for next year's drive of Gran Turismo Adriatica.

Saturday 1 May - Portopiccolo (Italy)

The starting point of the event, located in a cozy little port – as the name implies. Close proximity to Trieste and the Slovenian border makes this a perfect location for the start. We stay in Falisia Resort & Spa, where we also have the drivers' briefing and dinner.

14.00 - Check-in open at the Falisia Resort & Spa
20:00 - Drivers' briefing and dinner in the hotel restaurant

Sunday 2 May - Drive from Portopiccolo to Trogir

This is where the real fun starts. We drive from Italy, through Slovenia, into Croatia – and one of the world's most famous driving roads. The E65 Adriatic Magistral. Joining the road just after Rijeka, the smooth twists never seem to end – and you will not want them to end. The best part comes after our lunch stop, and it is magnificent.

In the afternoon, we arrive to the historic part of Trogir, where we stay in The Brown Beach House.

10.00 - Leaving Hotel
11.00 - Driving the Magistral road
12.30 - Lunch in Senj
14.00 - Driving Magistral continues
15.00 - Coffee stop
17.00 - Arrival to The Brown Beach House ***** in Trogir
19.00 - Aperitivo in the hotel bar
20.00 - Dinner in Hotel restaurant

Monday 3 May – Drive from Trogir to Mostar

We continue our drive down the Adriatic coast via the Magistral. After we pass the town of Omiš, the road really opens up. You will truly understand why the Croatian people are so happy when you drive this road. About two hours into the drive, we stop in the little town of Ploče for lunch.

Then, we turn North-East toward Mostar and into the green lands of Bosnia and Herzegovina. We are taking a different road this time, and after crossing the border, we will stop at the famous monument in Međugorje. Later, we arrive to Mostar and Hotel Mepas.

After arrival, and a drink in the Hotel Mepas Bar, we go outside for a special Granturismo Auto Show on the red carpet. Get ready for a rockstar's welcome by an adoring crowd of supercar lovers.

10.00 - Leaving hotel
12.00 - Lunch in Ploče
14.00 - Driving continues
14.30 - Border crossing in to Bosnia
15.00 - Stop at Međugorje at the famous monument
17.00 - Arrival to Hotel Mepas ***** in Mostar
18.00 - Welcome ceremony in Mostar
20.00 - Dinner in Mostar old town (next to that famous bridge)

Tuesday 4 May – Drive from Mostar to Dubrovnik

The next day, we head back South, towards the historic seaside jewel that is Dubrovnik. After we cross the Croatian border, we re-join the Magistral and experience some of the best parts of the Croatian coast.

After lunch in the mesmerizing Ston bay next to that ancient tower, we continue south towards Dubrovnik.

We will stay in the Imperial Hilton hotel in Dubrovnik, right next to the old city gates.

10.00 - Leaving hotel
11.00 - Border crossing back into Croatia
12.00 - Lunch in Ston
14.00 - Driving continues
15.00 - Coffee stop
17.00 - Arrival to Hilton Imperial Dubrovnik *****
19.00 - Aperitivo in the hotel
20.00 - Dinner in Durbovnik old town

Wednesday 5 May – Drive from Dubrovnik to Podgorica (Montenegro)

First we head south to the Montenegrin border, and shortly after, we arrive at the astonishingly beautiful and unique bay of Kotor. A perfect blend of all the elements that make the Montenegrin coast so amazing – all in one place.

After lunch in Luštica Bay, we head to Podgorica via Budva – and one of the fastest and most thrilling sections of mountainside road you will ever see. (Beware – This road is addictive.) After the drive we stay at Hilton Podgorica.

10.00 - Leaving hotel
11.00 - Border crossing to Montenegro
12:30 - Lunch in Luštica Bay
14.00 - Driving continues
15.00 - Coffee stop
17.00 - Arrival to Podgorica and Hilton Hotel *****
19.00 - Drinks in the hotel skybar
20.00 - Dinner in Podgorica centre

Thursday 6 May – Drive from Podgorica to Zlatibor (Serbia)

Unlike past years, we head North towards Nikšić taking a brand new road similar to yesterday's. It will be smooth, fast, and exhilarating, before we turn North-East to a more technical, twisty section driving on the mountainside of Montenegro's famous mountain and national park - Durmitor.

After lunch near the Tara river canyon, we head into the beautiful unknown – Serbia. Prepare for a lot of green lush, river canyon roads, and most importantly - fun. We stay in the cozy little town of Zlatibor, right next to the mountain – Zlatibor (What a coincidence). We ride a bus for dinner next to the Zlatibor lake.

10.00 - Leaving hotel
12.00 - Lunch at Tara river canyon
14.00 - Driving continues
15.00 - Border crossing into Serbia
16.00 - Coffee stop
17.00 - Arrival to Grand Hotel Tornik Zlatibor *****
19.00 - Drinks in the hotel bar
20.00 - Dinner next to Lake Zlatibor

Friday 7 May – Drive from Zlatibor to Belgrade

Continuing our great Serbian adventure, we keep going North towards the capital – Belgrade. A historic, yet modern metropolis of great character, and even better nightlife.

After lunch, we say bye to the twisty country roads, and hello to the brand new silky smooth highway system all the way to Belgrade, where we stay at Hotel Metropol Palace.

We take a bus to the Belgrade Luka for dinner by the river. Later in the evening, we have a reservation at Hype Club in Belgrade.

10.00 - Leaving hotel
12.00 - Lunch on Zapadna Morava river
14.00 - Driving continues
15.00 - Coffee stop
17.00 – Arrival to Hotel Metropol Palace Belgrade *****
19.00 - Aperitivo on the pier
20.00 - Dinner on the river bank
23.00 - Bank club in Belgrade

Saturday 8 May – Drive from Belgrade to Zagreb (Croatia)

We begin the final leg of our wonderful road trip heading back into Croatia. We begin driving at 12, so we get to rest from the Belgrade nightlife.

Joining the superfast highway system towards the border we can relax a little bit, and enjoy the scenery more. After crossing the final border of the trip, we make our way to central Croatia and the capital. Hotel Esplanade will be our stop for the night.

After dinner in the historic part of town, we have a reservation in Ritz Club

12.00 - Leaving hotel
13.00 - Border crossing back into Croatia
14.00 - Lunch at a winery near Slavonski Brod
15.00 - Driving continues
16.00 - Coffee stop
17.00 - Arrival to Hotel Esplanade Zagreb *****
19.00 - Aperitivo in Zagreb old town
20.00 - Dinner in Zagreb centre
23.00 - Ritz Club in Zagreb

Sunday 9 May - Check out

Thank you for joining us on this event. We hope you had a good time. If you opted for transportation of your car back home, your car will be picked up at the hotel.

The event is 5 800 EUR (+ VAT) and includes everything for a driver and co-driver sharing one car and hotel room:

Hotels: Seven nights in five star hotels along the road with breakfast and safe parking for your car.

Full hospitality: Seven dinners along the route, as well as seven lunches.

Also included: Professional photos taken from the event. Our famous event polos are also included, for both the driver and the co-driver. Welcome pack with road book, badges and stickers for your car.

Trailer service option: We can transport your car from Scandinavia to Croatia for the event and back.

Rental supercars: Joining from the United States, South Africa or Asia? We have a Ferrari 488 Spider, a Ferrari Portofino and a Lamborghini Performante Spyder available for this event. Contact us for a quote.

For questions regarding registration, please contact us on registry@granturismo.org.

Hotel room

Trailer service option

Optional message to the organisers

1. General Information

This is an event and not a race. Participants must not compete at any level with other participants and must not place any bets relating to this event. Anyone found doing this will be removed immediately from the event with immediate effect and the remainder of your trip canceled without refund. You must drive with care and attention for your own safety and the safety of others.

2. Entry Fee

All entry fees must be paid according to your invoices due date, any failure to do so will result in the team being removed from the event and a charge of EUR 250 will be charged for late payment. If a participants is removed then the first person on the reserve list will be asked to join the event.

3. Age restrictions

All participants must be over 18 years of age in order to enter the event.

4. Comply

All participants must adhere to all applicable laws and regulations of each and every country you travel in, this includes without exception all speed regulations, laws of the road, laws relating to the safety of your vehicle and laws relating to the possession or use of alcohol, drugs or other prohibited substances. You cannot participate in any other vehicle than the one you are registered with unless specifically authorised by the organisers. Participants involved in this event must participate fully, if for any reason you decide to withdraw from the event your fee is neither transferable nor refundable under any circumstance.

5. Responsibility

Gran Turismo Events accepts no responsibility for the consequences of you being refused entrance or exit in to or out of any country or city during the event including any cost incurred, this is all the participant’s responsibility and in particular any additional costs incurred are solely the participants responsibility.

6. Code of conduct

All participants must conduct themselves sensibly at all times and act responsibly at each of the venues on route. All participants must provide a credit card as a security deposit when entering the accommodation provided and will be charged for any extras or damages before leaving the venue.

You must NOT:

* Consume alcohol whilst driving nor drive under the influence of alcohol or any other intoxicating substance at any time during the event.

* Drive if your ability to do so safely and properly is in any way compromised by illness, lack of adequate rest, or any other condition.

7. Indemnify

You will indemnify the organiser, its directors, officers, employees and consultants against any and all claims, lawsuits and causes of action whatsoever or howsoever arising and brought against them by any third party as a result of your action or participation in the event, including without limitation, your violation of any laws or regulations or your breach of these Terms and Conditions of entry.

8. License and Insurance

All drivers must hold a full valid and unrestricted driver’s licence.

9. Foreign Compliance

Each team is responsible to prepare their car and know, understand, and comply with any applicable driving laws of any country they visit during the event.

10. Branding

You agree to have the Gran Turismo Events- and all official event sponsors’ stickers placed on your vehicle at all times during the event. You are responsible to keep all stickers’ clean and visible at all times. All stickers are non-permanent and are easy to remove and will not leave any damage to your vehicle. The organisers are therefore not responsible for any claims of damage to your vehicle as a result of applying or removing of such stickers. If you do not display all Gran Turismo stickers at all times during the event you will be removed from the event with immediate effect and the remainder of your trip canceled without refund.

11. Team Sponsorship

All sponsorship has to be authorised by the organiser and you will need to receive written consent from the organiser to place any sponsor(s) logos on your vehicle or clothing. The organiser reserves the right to refuse any unauthorised sponsored vehicles or individual participants entry to the event.

If your team arrives at or attempts to participate in the event displaying any branding of a sponsor that has not been authorised by the organiser, you will be required to remove it immediately. Any failure to do so will result in refusal to the event and loss of any participation in the Event and you shall not be entitled to a refund of your entry fee.

12. Refunds

NO refunds of any kind including the entry fee will be made under any circumstances (including, without limitation, if at any point after you have entered the Event (i.e. after paying any sum towards taking part in the Event) you are unable to participate for any reason.

There will not be any refunds during the whole period of the event. If you are unable to continue in the event for any reason whatsoever the Organiser will NOT make any refunds of the entry fee or pay compensation to you. The Organisers reserve the right to change the event schedule without prior notice if and when they wish to do so. Any participant dropping out of any part of the event for any reason will not be entitled to any compensation.

13. Violation of terms

If any participators violate any of the above terms and conditions or refuse to follow the instructions given to you prior or during the event by the organiser, you may be prohibited from any or further participation in the event.

14. Refusal

The Organiser reserves the right to refuse participation in or to cancel the Event at any time for any reason whatsoever (without being obliged to disclose the reason).

15. Image rights

All participants acknowledge and consent to be photographed and to be included in any filming of footage documenting the event. You hereby waive any and all rights of publicity or privacy and grant the organiser full and complete permission to utilise and exploit your appearance in the event in any and all manner and media throughout the world in perpetuity.

You also agree that the Organiser have the sole discretion to use or refuse to use any photographs or footage in which you appear, and that if the Organiser does use such photographs or footage, it may be edited at the Organiser’s  sole discretion. You consent to the use of your name, image, likeness, voice and biographical material about you in connection with any and all footage, publicity and related promotional material and for any and all publicity and promotional purposes. You expressly release the Organiser and all its employees, consultants, licensees and assigns from and against any and all claims which you have or may have for invasion of privacy, defamation or any other cause of action arising out of the production, distribution, broadcast or exhibition of photographs, footage or any promotional materials.

All participants are only entitled to take photographs and film footage of your participation in the event for NON-commercial purposes and only for personal and private use only. You are not entitled to reproduce or use photographs or footage of the event on any website, in any printed media or in any television programme without first obtaining the prior written consent of the organiser. You hereby agree to assign (by way of present assignment of future copyright) all your right, title and interest in the world-wide copyright and all intellectual property rights in such photographs or footage in perpetuity together with exclusive world-wide rights of exploitation thereof to Gran Turismo Events. You shall deliver to Gran Turismo Events within 30 days of the end of the Event, at no cost to Gran Turismo Events, a tape in DigiBeta (PAL) or in DV (PAL) format of all the footage originated by you at the Event and copies of all photographs taken at the Event.

16. Gran Turismo Events branding

You are not permitted to use the "Gran Turismo Events" logos or branding under any circumstance other than placing stickers on your vehicle. This includes any printed material or websites.

17. Terms and Conditions changes

The organiser reserves the right to change these terms and conditions from time to time subject to notifying participants of the changes. You shall be deemed to have accepted the amended terms and conditions by participating in the Event.

18. Law

These terms and conditions and your participation in the event are governed by Swedish law, and you submit to the jurisdiction of the Courts of Sweden.