This exclusive small-group tour from VanArnam Adventures is the ultimate bucket-list driving experience: a thrilling Porsche 911 self-drive journey through the heart of the Dolomites and beyond, blending world-class mountain passes, luxurious adults-only retreats, serene national parks, and a scenic lakeside finale.
Key Highlights:
Fleet: A convoy of matching Porsche 911s, delivering precision handling on iconic roads.
Driving Focus: Legendary routes including the Sellaronda circuit (Passo Gardena, Sella, etc.), Seceda ridgeline access, Passo Gavia, the incomparable Passo dello Stelvio (with its 48 hairpins – crowned the greatest driving road by Top Gear), Reschenpass, and a relaxing cruise along Lake Constance.
Pace: Mix of adrenaline-fueled morning drives, leisurely afternoons for free exploration (hiking, spa time, town wandering, or optional Porsche loops), and effortless evenings.
Alpin Garden Luxury Maison & Spa (Adults Only) in Ortisei, Val Gardena – a top-rated 5-star sanctuary with ART-SPA and award-winning cuisine.
Hotel Garnì Pegrà in Ponte di Legno – modern comfort in a lively resort town.
Hotel Bella Vista in Trafoi – panoramic luxury deep in Stelvio National Park.
Hotel Bayerischer Hof in Lindau – elegant lakeside elegance on the enchanting island town.
Experiences: Morning hikes (e.g., Seceda), high-speed Autobahn finale back to Stuttgart, group dinners celebrating local flavors (from refined South Tyrolean tasting menus to hearty Bavarian taverns), and plenty of photo stops with the convoy against dramatic backdrops.
Culmination: Return to the Porsche Museum in Zuffenhausen for a triumphant handover and farewell reflections.
Pricing: $6,200 per person for Porsche 911 Cabriolet. (excluding airfare), based on double occupancy.
Optional car upgrade: $300 per person for Porsche 911 Cabriolet GTS model. Note, our trip ONLY has two of these models available and they are quite rare.
911 Cabriolet GTS: 3.6L flat-6 with T-Hybrid system (electric motor, e-turbo, battery), delivering 532 hp and 449 lb-ft combined (478 hp/420 lb-ft from engine alone) for instant response and no turbo lag.
Performance and Handling
Acceleration (0-60 mph): Cabriolet at 3.9 seconds - CabrioletGTS at 2.9 seconds.
Top Speed: Carrera at 181 mph; GTS at 194 mph.
Handling: Both use adaptive PASM suspension, but GTS adds standard Sport Suspension (lowered 10 mm), rear-axle steering, wider tires, larger brakes, and stiffer engine mounts for sharper cornering and stability.
What they sell for retail...we get to drive them for a week :)
911 Carrera Cabriolet: Starts at ~$151,750 MSRP. Typical configuration - $186,000
Airfare and fuel for the cars are not included in this trip.
This trip masterfully balances heart-pounding Porsche performance on cinematic alpine roads with relaxed luxury, exquisite food and wine, and the camaraderie of a small group sharing once-in-a-lifetime moments – from jagged UNESCO Dolomite peaks to shimmering Lake Constance sunsets.
It's not just a driving tour; it's an unforgettable celebration of the Alps' beauty, engineered precision, and pure joy behind the wheel. If you've joined (or are dreaming of) this VanArnam Adventures masterpiece, it's one for the ages!