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5 Day Barcelona Grand Prix
Highlights: Barcelona
Trip start: Barcelona
Trip end: Barcelona
Trip Available:
17-May-2012
Price Range from $11,034 pp *
* USD per person based on 2-4 people, double occupancy. Custom designed personal tour. Prices subject to change.

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Trip Summary
Map of Itinerary
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In the second European event of the season, F1 comes to Barcelona a city famous for the sculptured architecture of Gaudi, the Nou Camp stadium, the Picasso museum and the bars of Las Ramblas. Fast becoming the business capital of Spain, Barcelona is developing a reputation for success. The Cirque de Catalunya is an impressive track that demands excellence from all of the competitors. The Formula One Paddock Club overlooks the finishing straight offering spectacular racing views. Experience this unique event while you view the race from the famous Paddock Club.

Day Activities Hotel
Day 1
Barcelona
  • Barcelona: Transfer - Private - Airport - Vehicle/Driver
  • Private - 1/2 d Gaudi Architecture (4hrs) - Vehicle/Driver
W Hotel (5*) (B)
Day 2
Barcelona
  • Transfer - Private - F1 Circuit (Return) - Vehicle/Driver
  • F1 Grand Prix Practice Day Experience
  • Spanish Grand Prix: F1 Paddock Club Hospitality & Tickets - 3 Days
W Hotel (5*) (B)
Day 3
Barcelona
  • Barcelona: Transfer - Private - F1 Circuit (Return) - Vehicle/Driver
  • F1 Grand Prix Qualifying Day Experience
W Hotel (5*) (B)
Day 4
Barcelona
  • Transfer - Private - F1 Circuit (Return) - Vehicle/Driver
  • F1 Grand Prix Race Day Experience
W Hotel (5*) (B)
Day 5
Barcelona
  • Transfer - Private - Airport - Vehicle/Driver
Depart (Int`l Airport) 
B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner, 1/2d = Half Day, Al = All Inclusive

Trip Options
All of our itineraries may be customized as you wish, add extra days, change a hotel, see different sights. Contact one of our expert consultants for your free, no-obligation vacation plan.

Itinerary

Day 1 Barcelona

In Barcelona, and throughout Catalonia, there are two official languages: Catalan, the language of the Catalans, and Spanish, the official language of Spain.Wherever you are in Barcelona, there's always something to see nearby around the neighbourhood or district: jewels of home-grown Catalan architecture, modernisme, and contemporary architecture, markets that are a treat for the senses, treasures of the ancient Roman and medieval city, parks where you can unwind … And the best thing of all is, you don't have to be a great explorer to find and discover all of Barcelona’s neighbourhoods. Barcelona is legendary for its nightlife, but don't venture out for dinner before 11pm, the restaurants don't really get going till midnight, and the clubs start hopping from the wee hours till dawn.

Meet your driver for a private airport transfer.

Enjoy a 4 hour sightseeing tour with your own private vehicle, driver, and professional guide. See all of the modernist buildings including the well known Casa Milà and the Casa Batllò as well as Gaudi's Sagrada Familia (Holy Family) Cathedral, an unfinished masterpiece.

The W Hotel Barcelona (5*) is an avant-garde icon created by the world-famous Ricardo Bofill, where Miró meets the Mediterranean and medieval quarters showcase modernist masterpieces, rising above the spectacular beachfront in one of Europe's most stylish cities. Inspired by the city’s artistry and exuberance, revel in W's world-class restaurants, sleek Eclipse rooftop bar, vibrant W Living Room, cool Wet pool and sun-soaked terrace, decadent Bliss Spa and state-of-the-art Sweat Fitness Center with sea views.

Overnight at W Hotel (5*).


Barcelona
Barcelona
Casa Batllo
Casa Batllo
W Hotel, Barcelona
W Hotel, Barcelona
Day 2 Barcelona

A private vehicle and driver will pick you up from your hotel today and chauffeur you directly to the F1 circuit. Following the F1 events, you will meet your driver where you were dropped-off, for a return transfer back to your hotel.

The F1 Grand Prix in Barcelona kicks off at the 4.655 km Circuit de Catalunya. The course was built in 1991, and began hosting the Spanish Grand Prix that same year. With long straights and 16 corners at varying degrees of difficulty, the Circuit de Catalunya is seen as an all-rounder circuit. Today the pit crews and drivers refine their approach for tomorrow's Qualifying day, during two practice rounds today.

Formula One's Paddock Club offers unrivalled views, unparalleled access, seamless service, and the finest cuisine available. Enjoy access to the Club Suite or Golden Card Lounge designed for individuals and small groups, equipped with TV screens and a bar area. Walkabouts through the circuit and pit lanes will provide any entusiast a behind the scenes pass into the world of Formula One. Settle in at the open bar with champagne and take an opportunity to meet with the other Paddock Club members during a gourmet lunch paired with fine wines. Grab your Official Program and complimentary ear plugs as you head to the prime viewing facilities located in the pit building where priviledged viewing positions are available. Access to Support Race Paddock and if required private parking is included with one car parking pass for every three guests.

Overnight at W Hotel (5*).


F1 Practice Day
F1 Practice Day
F1 Spainish Grand Prix
F1 Spainish Grand Prix
Day 3 Barcelona

A private vehicle and driver will pick you up from your hotel today and chauffeur you directly to the F1 circuit. Following the F1 events, you will meet your driver where you were dropped-off, for a return transfer back to your hotel.

May 12th marks the Qualifying day for the 2012 F1 Grand Prix in Barcelona. Since 2007, track upgrades to Circuit de Catalunya have been made in effort to increase passing, including two of the final sweepers on the track being replaced with a slow chicane. Watch as the drivers battle for position, looking to pull ahead of the pack for the coveted pole position, which was held in 2011 by Mark Webber. The lap record at Circuit de Catalunya is 1:21.670 - K Raikkonen (2008).

Overnight at W Hotel (5*).


F1 Qualifying Day
F1 Qualifying Day
Day 4 Barcelona

A private vehicle and driver will pick you up from your hotel today and chauffeur you directly to the F1 circuit. Following the F1 events, you will meet your driver where you were dropped-off, for a return transfer back to your hotel.

Today is the culmination of this week's F1 fever in Barcelona, with the official Race Day for the 2012 F1 Spanish Grand Prix. Experience the energy flowing through the crowd as fans watch as the driver in the pole position tries to fend off any potential overtakers on his quest for the checkered flag. Sebastian Vettel from the Red Bull-Renault racing team was last year's victor. Can he solidify back-to-back wins at Curcuit de Catalunya? Join the action to find out.

Overnight at W Hotel (5*).


 F1 Race Day
F1 Race Day
Day 5 Barcelona

Meet your driver for a private airport transfer.

Depart from International Airport. End of itinerary.

Overnight at Depart (Int`l Airport).



Trip Includes
Guaranteed departure - Accommodation, Activities, Transfers, Meals, Fees where indicated as per the itinerary - Local and international traveler assistance during your tour - Specialised and personalised services

Trip Excludes
Tips - Laundry - Soft drinks and alcoholic beverages unless explicitly noted - Optional activities/extras – Visas (unless noted) - Vacation insurance

Trip Terms & Conditions

  • Your non-refundable deposit is due immediately on booking (50% of program price, minimum $250). The balance is due 120 days prior to departure. We accept payment via credit card, certified check, wire transfer or money order.
  • Tour quotes do not include airfare to/from the trip start point unless noted on the itinerary
  • Cost increases in currency exchange, government fees, taxes, surcharges or hotel/lodge tariff increases between quote date and start date are payable by the client.
  • Availability cannot be guaranteed until booked. We will exercise best efforts to book hotels per the itinerary, however, in busy seasons and with client bookings made within 120 days of tour date we may be forced to offer substitutes.
  • Cancellations 120 days or more prior to departure will be loss of deposit. 0-119 days will be subject to loss of 100% of program price.
  • Payment of the program price constitutes your acceptance of the terms and conditions set out at http://www.kensingtontours.com/terms-and-conditions. Living Standards and practices at destination may differ from those in North America with respect to provisions of utilities, services and accommodation.