Question 1

Why should I book with Scenic Rally Tours?

Accepted Answer

We would like to think that we offer an unequalled selection of good quality Regularity Rallies, perfect for any skill level, with a great social atmosphere to top it all off. We also consider them good value for money events, and we genuinely do try to do everything we can to ensure you have a great event with us. Even if you are new to the sport, been out of it for a while, or want to try something a bit more relaxed whilst keeping that challenge for first position, you will have a great weekend.

Question 2

Do I need a specific car insurance to participate on these Rallies?

Accepted Answer

Scenic Rally Tours have secured two specialist insurance partners who can provide cover for French regularity rallies under an annual motor insurance policy.

Question 3

Do I need a specific motorsport licence participate on these Rallies?

Accepted Answer

Not for Rallies organised by us in France.  You will need to bring your driving licence (for both crew members if they will be sharing the driving), MOT Certificate (if required) and Insurance details.

Question 4

Do I need a specific type of car to participate on these tours?

Accepted Answer

No, our tours are designed for the 'driving enthusiast' so you can bring any marque along, however due to the media in which we advertise the majority of cars that book with us are Classic, Modern Classic and Sports Cars. The car must be road worthy, insured and hold an MOT where appropriate.  The Driver is responsible for ensuring these are the case.

What This Means for You
If you hold an annual policy with one of these two providers (subject to their terms and conditions):
 • Our Regularity Rallies are pre-approved
 • No need to call your insurer for one-off permission
 • No additional event-specific policy required
 • No last-minute uncertainty about cover
In short — if you’re insured annually with one of these providers and meet their policy criteria, you’re covered to take part in our Regularity Rallies. Each insurer has its own eligibility criteria and policy wording. It is essential that you review your insurer’s terms and conditions carefully.

We know insurance clarity has always been one of the biggest questions around Scenic Rally Tours events. This new arrangement removes uncertainty and simplifies the process for many participants. It’s a major step in making our 2026 events smoother, more accessible, and easier to prepare for.

Dave Youngs, of Peter James Insurance, says:
“The team at Peter James Insurance live and breathe the historic vehicle world, just like you do. That’s important, because when you call looking for insurance cover to protect your cherished classics, they really do understand how much it means to you and the huge amount of time, money, and effort you may have invested in it. Moreover, they have worked closely with the team at Scenic Rally Tours to design unique insurance features that include insurance cover for many of the events that you enjoy taking part in. All Peter James classic policies include free and simple agreed value cover as well as UK and EU breakdown cover.”

Darren Ansell, of Classic Line Insurance, says:
“Classic Line Insurance has been arranging cover on classic and cherished vehicles for over 40 years. We are privately and independently owned and have access to numerous insurance providers that can cover your car competitively to enjoy the events that Scenic Tours arrange. Our policies have legal assistance and EU roadside assistance included as standard and there is the option to have agreed valuation cover included to give you that extra peace of mind.”

Question 5

Do I need a specific equipment for the Rally?

Accepted Answer

To compete on the Rallies, it is recommended that you have some form of timing devise (a stopwatch as a minimum) and some form of accurate trip meter in either miles or Kilometres.  The route instructions will give details of junctions and landmarks to the nearest 1/100th of a mile or kilometre. GPS apps are allowed as are fitted trip meters.  Please email us with specific questions.

Question 6

Do I need a specific equipment for my vehicle?

Accepted Answer

Our Standard Regulations and event specific Additional Supplementary Regulations available on the website will detail what you will need to have in the car in addition to any requirements of the country we are visiting. Such specific equipment will include a fire extinguisher, first aid kit, spill mat and warning triangle.

Question 7

How much deposit do I need to pay?

Accepted Answer

Unless otherwise stated, our deposit requirement is between £100 - £200 per person, or 20% deposit per person for any potential weeklong rallies.

Question 8

When is the balance payable?

Accepted Answer

Unless otherwise stated your balance is payable 10 weeks prior to departure.

Question 9

What is the format of the Rallies?

Accepted Answer

Our two-day Rallies will involve Scrutineering and a Briefing on the Friday evening.  Saturday morning will start around 8.30am with the first car departing.  The first car will return to the Hotel around 5pm.  There will normally be four regularity sections in the day of around 30 miles each lasting around an hour.  There will be three stops to stretch your legs and seek out refreshments. The format is the same for the second day.

Question 10

Will there be Marshals at the Timing Points on the Rallies?

Accepted Answer

You will be pleased to know we still take the classic approach with marshalling, physical people in physical locations. On each Regularity section we will have at least three Marshal crews at undisclosed distances to check that you are on the right time, penalties apply for every second you are late or early against your due time. You will need to stop at these points, and the Marshall will sign your card and record your arrival time on it.

Question 11

How many cars normally book on your Rallies?

Accepted Answer

Due to permit requirements we can only accommodate 49 cars on each event.  In some cases, hotel availability may reduce this further.  We set a minimum number of cars required to run an event but hope not to have to cancel a Rally.

Question 12

How many miles do you do each day on your Rallies?

Accepted Answer

On our two day Rallies you can expect around 100-125 miles of Regularity Rallying with minimal transport sections between them.

Question 13

Are the Rallies a race of speed?

Accepted Answer

Most definitely not.  Average speeds to be driven are with the legal speed limits and within the limit that it is safe to drive the roads. The challenge is to drive at the detailed speed.

Question 14

What time will I start?

Accepted Answer

The organisers will define the Start list and you will be allocated a start time, and this will dictate the time you restart after every break. Penalties apply for missing your due start time.

Question 15

What happens if I get stuck behind a tractor and am late at a Marshal?

Accepted Answer

Whilst these instances are rare, in the nicest possible way, if it does happen to you, it is just bad luck. No adjustments will be made to your time. That’s just a consequence of using open public roads.

Question 16

What are the hospitality arrangements on these Rallies?

Accepted Answer

The package includes hotel accommodation, breakfast and a prize giving dinner. The dinner will be a good quality 3 course meal, usually with a bit of wine to kick off the evening, with bar service running throughout. You will need to make your own arrangements for the other evenings; however, the locations we chose do allow for multiple options each night. During the day we will stop in towns and at supermarkets where fuel, toilets and refreshments may be available for purchase locally. It should be said the quality of French public toilets can be questionable and that tea/ coffee may not be available at all stops. In rare instances, toilets we have used before may be out of service when the rally takes place. It is advisable to bring some snacks & drinks just in case you are shorter on time, than you planned. When the Final Instructions are issued, we will provide details of the facilities available at the stops, based on the last RECCE.

Question 17

If there are not enough cars booked would you cancel the Rally?

Accepted Answer

We would only cancel the tour as a last resort.

Question 18

How do the organisers communicate with the Competitors when the Rally is running?

Accepted Answer

Any urgent communications regarding the rally and possible route changes will be made via a Bulletin on the app Sportity and will also be posted on a WhatsApp group that will be created for the event by the organisers. Where possible the updates will be referred to at the Start of each section by the Marshals.

Question 19

Is there a Championship?

Accepted Answer

As many of our participants take part in all events, for each year, we are running a Championship for Drivers and Navigators. All three events in that year count towards the Championship. Separate Regulations are available for the Championship.

Question 20

Are there prizes?

Accepted Answer

The overall winners will get awards and also class winners will get awards. Depending on the number of entrants in each class will dictate if second and third places in each class receive awards. Standard Regulations and Additional Supplementary Regulations detail this.

Question 21

Is our money safe with Scenic Car Tours?

Accepted Answer

The Association of Bonded Travel Organisers Trust Limited (ABTOT) provides financial protection under The Package Travel and Linked Travel Arrangements Regulations 2018 for Albatross Motoring Ltd, membership number 5405, and in the event of their insolvency, protection is provided for the following: 1) Non-flight packages and 2) Flight inclusive packages that commence outside of the EEA, which are sold to customers outside of the EEA. ABTOT cover provides for a refund in the event you have not yet travelled or repatriation if you are abroad.

Question 22

Can I add additional nights at the hotel before or after the event?

Accepted Answer

We will try and accommodate your needs subject to availability at the Hotels, just call our team to discuss your requirements.

Question 23

What happens if I have a problem whilst I am on a tour?

Accepted Answer

Scenic Car Tours/ Scenic Rally Tours will be represented on all our Rallies. We do not offer a vehicle repair or recovery service, so it is recommended that you take out adequate European vehicle recovery insurance.

Question 24

What happens if I break down on a tour?

Accepted Answer

As per our terms and conditions of booking, it is each client’s responsibility to ensure that they have adequate Breakdown Insurance Cover. A good policy should include; 24/7 English-speaking helpline, Roadside assistance, transfer of your vehicle to a garage if it cannot be fixed at the roadside, recovery of your vehicle to the UK if the vehicle cannot be fixed locally and repatriation of the driver and passengers back to the UK.

Question 25

Do you offer a choice of ferry crossings?

Accepted Answer

Yes of course! Whilst our basic packages do not include a channel crossing, we can offer competitive prices for Dover, Dunkirk, Eurotunnel, Hull, Harwich, Newhaven, Portsmouth or Newcastle. Just let us know what route suits you best or which dates you would prefer to travel and we will give you a quotation.

Question 26

Can I change the car or passenger details once I've made a booking?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can change any of these details and in the majority of cases these changes will not incur any charges. Some carriers i.e, Brittany Ferries, IOM Steam Packet Company levy an amendment fee and, in this instance, you will be liable for such charges. Last minute changes to drivers/ navigators/ vehicles can be accommodated from the Rally side of the event although some personalised printed documents may not be able to be changed.

Question 27

What is NOT included in the tour price?

Accepted Answer

The following items are not normally included; Travel Insurance, Breakdown Insurance, Alternative Ferry Supplements & cabin accommodation, Room upgrades, Porterage, Meals/drinks other than those stated, Fuel, Road Tolls, Vignettes, Emission Zone charges - see individual tours for full details of inclusions.

Question 28

Do I have to pay a supplement if I am travelling alone?

Accepted Answer

Yes, our prices are calculated on 2 adults occupying a car and sharing a twin or double room, therefore if you are travelling alone a single occupancy supplement will apply - see individual tour for details. However, we do guarantee that as a single traveller, we will only ever charge you what the hotel or ferry operator charge us.

Question 29

Can we bring a dog with us?

Accepted Answer

In most cases, European hotels do allow dogs however we would need to check with the hotels on each Rally before confirming your reservation. Dogs will require a pet passport to travel on the Ferries or Eurotunnel. If confirmed, charges will apply.

Question 30

Do you offer a currency surcharge guarantee?

Accepted Answer

Yes, from the moment you pay your deposit we guarantee that the price of your tour will not increase as a result of any currency fluctuation.

Question 31

When will I receive my final travel documents & route book?

Accepted Answer

Your final travel documents (ferry and hotel vouchers) will be emailed to you approximately 14 days prior to departure. This email will include your Rally Instructions. Upon arrival at the hotel, and after scrutineering, you will receive the Route Book for the event, along with the Rally Plates and car numbers etc.

Question 32

What happens if I have to cancel a tour? Do I get any money back?

Accepted Answer

Our terms and conditions list clearly what happens if you have to cancel your booking with us - see our terms & conditions. It is essential that when booking a holiday or short break that you have adequate travel insurance cover to protect you in the case of cancellation.

Question 33

What should I do if I have a group of friends or club members that want to book a tour?

Accepted Answer

Each team does need to have their own individual booking. However, ensuring that you all have the same travel arrangements is easy. We recommend calling Scenic Car Tours first on 01732 879153, to discuss. Failing that, you can all book via the website first to secure your place, then contact Scenic Car Tours afterwards to discuss travel arrangements.

Question 34

What else do I need to know?

Accepted Answer

You should read the Standard Regulations on the Website and the Additional Supplementary Regulations for each event. You should also read the Final Instructions when issued. There are also guides on our website to Road Rallies, Route Instructions and Controls and Regularity Timing. We also run some training sessions via Teams prior to our events for newcomers to the sport.

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