About us
We run a high quality lifestyle touring rally for interesting people who enjoy vintage and classic cars.

The event:
The 11th Tasmania Classic, seven days, around 1800 km.
There are no competitive or timed sections.
Each event typically includes activities such as cruises and wineries.
Application fees cover one car with two people on a twin share basis.

2010 dates:
Sunday 31st October to Saturday 6th November

Vehicle eligibility
Vintage and pre-1970 classic cars and, at the organiser's discretion, other selected cars.
Bring your own notable vintage or classic car or hire one locally. Vehicle acceptance shall be upon application and selection is at the sole discretion of the event organisers.

New - Hire a classic
We can now arrange for you to hire a meticulously maintained classic from a private collection in Tasmania.
The cars include a Lancia Fulvia HF, a Bristol 400, a Sunbeam Alpine Harrington Le Mans, a TVR Tuscan, two 356 Porsches, a speedster and a C coupe plus three older MGs, a TC, a TD and a TF.
Please contact us and we will put you in touch. All hire arrangements are made directly with the car owner.

The course:
All tarmac roads, often on little used highways and country lanes, but please allow for gravel drives and unexpected roadworks.
200 to 300km per day average.
The Tasmania Classic destinations for 2010 include Hobart, the Huon Valley, Lake Pedder and the South West wilderness, the East Coast and Freycinet and the Tamar Valley.

Eligibility:
No special licence or insurance requirements.
International participants
(Contact us for details - We can help to arrange a rental classic or sporting car for you).

Navigation:
Interesting but not difficult; international tulip tally notes are used. You'll receive help if you need it.
We discourage the use of GPS systems. Traditional penalty if caught - You buy a round of drinks!

Cost:
The application fee covers one car with two people.
Early bird and discount club and group fees will apply.
Highlights and Inclusions:
Tasmania Classic :
* Some great new uncluttered touring roads on an 1,800 km course
* Excellent food and wine including award winning wineries, the renowned Peppermint Bay food centre, the famous Mure's seafood restaurant
* A welcome evening with drinks and dinner on a cruise on the picturesque Hobart harbour
* A country fair and entry at Clarendon, Australia's grandest colonial house
* Entry to Narynna, another magnificent old mansion, in Hobart's historic Battery Point
* Entry to the spectacular Tahune Treetop Airwalk and Huon Pine Trail to see the world's oldest tree species
* An oyster and wine tasting
* A one week pass to three national parks - Freycinet, the South West and and Mt Field and Russell Falls

Tasmania Classic Inclusions for 2010:
* Six nights twin share four star accommodation for two people,
* Most meals including all breakfasts, six lunches, five dinners with two evenings free
* All activities including the welcome cruise, entry fees and park passes
* A comprehensive road book for navigation
* Detailed visitor guides to galleries, restaurants and attractions * A dedicated on-the-road back-up service vehicle
* Event hat with logo (optional logo shirts and jackets)

Getting to Tasmania:
The Spirit of Tasmania overnight drive-on car ferry from Melbourne to Devonport.
We have booked an allocation of twin share cabins and car spaces with discount fares for each event.
You must book directly with the Spirit groups office after downloading fare options and a booking form from this website.
All details will be sent to you when you register.
Organisation:
2010 is the 11th year for the Tasmania Classic. The event is organised by John and Caroline Hamilton. John Hamilton is a long established up-market Tasmanian tour operator and regular London-Sydney Marathon and classic rally competitor. Caroline has extensive experience in fine food and wine.
The event is run through the Hamilton's company Longford Racing Pty Ltd ACN 103 213 010.

Email: info@tasmaniaclassic.com      Website: www.tasmaniaclassic.com
Telephone +61 3 62 503 230       Facsimile + 61 3 62 503 406
Brooklands, 5990 Arthur Highway, Taranna, Tasmania, Australia. 7180.