Overview
From Aug 6 to 10, departing from Calais, Caribou Travel takes you on a motorbike ride through the English countryside, via the coast, Rye, Bodiam Castle, the cliffs of Beachy Head, Brighton, South Downs National Park, then Oxford. Next, head to Silverstone, where you’ll attend the British MotoGP! Two options: 'Classic', with a guided ride in the Cotswolds on Saturday and GP entry on Sunday; or 'MotoGP Experience', with an all-in program on Saturday and Sunday including e.g. paddock access and the Fantic team garage, Meet & Greet with Barry Baltus, plus open bar & restaurant! Return to Calais via the Aston Martin Museum and the iconic Ace Cafe in London. MotoGP Experience option in partnership with Zelos.
Itinerary
Thursday 6 August 2026 • Calais - Beachy Head - Brighton (approx. 150 km)
Welcome of participants late morning in Calais (hotel overnight possible the day before, optional).
Luggage transfer to the support van and briefing for participants.
Crossing via Le Shuttle / Eurotunnel.
Drive to Rye, one of England's most beautiful villages, the medieval Bodiam Castle, then Eastbourne (and its famous pier) and the impressive Beachy Head cliffs.
Then head to vibrant Brighton on the coast.
Check-in at the centrally located 4* hotel. Dinner included at the hotel (drinks not included). Paid parking.
Free evening in Brighton.
Friday 7 August 2026 • Brighton - Oxford - Bicester (approx. 235 km)
Saturday 8 August 2026 • Silverstone (MotoGP Experience) or ride in the Cotswolds (Classic)
Sunday 9 August 2026 • Silverstone MotoGP
Monday 10 August 2026 • Bicester - Ace Cafe - Calais (approx. 565 km)
Price
| Price per person | Double Duo (rider + passenger) | Shared Double (2 riders / 2 beds) | Single |
| 'Classic' option | 1.790€ | 1.790€ | 1.990€ |
| 'MotoGP Experience' option | 2.990€ | 2.990€ | 3.490€ |
| Calais hotel option (per night) Aug 5 and/or Aug 10 Breakfast included | 90€ | 90€ | 175€ |
Price includes
- 2 Shuttle crossings between Calais and Folkestone (round trip).
- 4 nights in superior-category hotels, breakfast included.
- 2 dinners (days 1 and 2).
- Caribou Travel escort from/to Calais in an equipped van.
- Transport of your luggage.
- For participants in the 'Classic' option
- MotoGP Silverstone entry on Sunday Aug 9 (grandstand to be specified).
- Guided motorbike ride on Saturday Aug 8 in the Cotswolds.
- For participants in the 'MotoGP Experience' option (Aug 8 & 9)
- VIP Paddock Pass.
- Exclusive MotoGP paddock access on Saturday and Sunday.
- Open bar & restaurant.
- Guided paddock and Fantic garage visit.
- Meet & Greet with Barry Baltus.
- Trackside access at different moments during the weekend.
- Grandstand 'viewing area' tickets.
- Personalized support by the Zelos team.
- Assistance (equipped van).
- Roadbook with road map, day-by-day and travel guide.
- Loan (on request) of a TomTom GPS with the tracks.
- Route tracks in GPX format.
Price does not include
- Getting to/from Calais.
- Optional nights in Calais (breakfast included) before departure and/or on return evening (see price table).
- Fuel and tolls.
- Parking (approx. 35 GBP / motorbike).
- Entrance fees to sites & parks (except MotoGP depending on option).
- Travel insurance.
- Meals other than those mentioned in 'Price includes'.
- Passport and ETA electronic travel authorization fees (see below).
- Personal expenses.
- Anything not mentioned in 'Price includes'.
General information
- Valid passport required for the duration of the stay.
- Electronic travel authorization (ETA). Indicative cost: 16 GBP
- Credit card in the rider’s name required (hotel deposits).
- Departures guaranteed from 15 participants. Max group size: 26 participants.
- The itinerary is indicative, 'subject to later changes'.
- The general terms of the Travel Disputes Commission (CLV) apply (see website footer).
- Specific terms for this trip will be attached to the travel contract.
