Legends of Aviation – From the Spitfire to Concorde Tour
England | Spitfires & Hurricanes | RAF Duxford
This tour delights historians and aviation enthusiasts alike. From the Battle of Britain to Concorde, journey through aviation’s extraordinary development.
Don your Irvin jacket and marvel at the music of the Merlin. Experience legendary aircraft, historic sites, and world-class airshows across England.
Tour Highlights
- Flying Legends Air Show: Gold Pass access to Europe’s biggest warbird airshow at Duxford featuring unique WWII aircraft in rare combinations.
- Battle of Britain Bunker: Sit in Sir Winston’s chair in the historic Plotting Room at RAF Uxbridge, alive with action throughout the summer of 1940.
- Spitfire Tour: Take to the skies in a Chieftain and fly alongside a Spitfire over Romney Marsh, the very airspace of the 1940 battles.
- Brooklands Museum & Concorde: Visit the birthplace of British motor sport and aviation. Board Concorde and experience the supersonic age.
- BBMF Hangar Tour: Behind-the-scenes guided tour of the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight facility at RAF Coningsby with historic aircraft up close.
- Churchill & Chartwell: Visit Churchill’s family home where he drew inspiration from 1924, plus the interactive Churchill Museum.
- Royal International Air Tattoo: Attend the world’s largest modern air show with fast jets, giant transporters, and a 7.5-hour flying display.
- Imperial War Museum Duxford: Explore seven exhibition spaces across this historic site covering WWI, WWII and the Cold War.
- Lincolnshire Aviation Heritage Centre: Living memorial to the 55,000 Bomber Command men who lost their lives in WWII, complete with Lancaster bomber.
- Bletchley Park: Explore the iconic WWII Codebreaking Huts and marvel at the achievements that shortened the war by two years.
Drive America – Fully guided self drive Historic Route66
Detroit | Chicago | Route 66 | California
This 18-day guided tour offers flexibility to drive at your own pace with group support. Start in Detroit, exploring automotive giants Ford, Chrysler, and General Motors, before heading to Chicago.
Then take the keys to your chosen muscle car and trek the legendary “Mother Road” to California.
Tour Highlights
- Ford Rouge Factory Tour: Experience the sheer manufacturing might where the Ford F-150 is assembled in this five-part immersive tour.
- Henry Ford Museum: View rare exhibits including JFK’s presidential limousine, Abraham Lincoln’s chair and the Rosa Parks bus.
- 360 Chicago Observatory: Take in breathtaking panoramic views of Chicago from the 94th floor of this famous landmark.
- Woodward Dream Cruise: Join the world’s largest one-day celebration of classic car culture with over 40,000 muscle cars on display.
- Motown Historical Museum: Stand in Studio A where favourite artists recorded much-loved music and explore Motown’s rich legacy.
- Grand Canyon: Choose from rim tours, air tours or hiking to experience Arizona’s magnificent natural wonder.
- Cadillac Ranch: Visit this iconic public art sculpture with 10 Cadillacs buried nose-first in the Texas desert.
- Gilmore Car Museum: Wander through an impressive museum campus featuring more than 300 vintage automobiles, motorcycles and fascinating displays celebrating generations of American motoring history.
- Yankee Air Museum: Optional flight of a lifetime on the B-17 “Yankee Lady” or B-25 “Yankee Warrior” vintage bomber.
- Santa Monica Pier: Complete your 2,500-mile journey at the famous pier where Route 66 officially ends at the Pacific Ocean.
British Motoring Glory
Featuring The Goodwood Festival of Speed – June
From historic to modern day motoring, this tour encompasses the full range of experiences, where every day delivers a new highlight.
An amazing tour which will fulfil every motoring aficionado’s dream. This exclusive tour of iconic motoring experiences leads us to its climax – The Goodwood Festival of Speed!
Tour Highlights
- The Goodwood Festival of Speed: Spend four days immersed in the world’s most famous hill climb
- Silverstone Circuit & Red Bull Racing: Drive a single seater and go behind the scenes of a world leading Formula 1 race team.
- Donington Grand Prix Collection: The largest showcase of Grand Prix racing cars in the world with over 130 exhibits.
- Jaguar & Aston Martin Factory Tours: Go behind the scenes at the Jaguar Solihull facility and tour the Aston Martin Gaydon headquarters.
- Castle Combe Driving Experience: Take your pick of a Ferrari 360, Aston Martin V8 Vantage and set your best time around the circuit.
- Brooklands Museum & Williams F1: Birthplace of British motorsport and aviation, plus the world’s largest private F1 collection.
- Chatsworth House & The Cotswolds: Visit the Duke of Devonshire’s home and explore quintessential English villages.
- Portsmouth Historic Dockyard: Climb aboard HMS Victory and discover Henry VIII’s flagship, the Mary Rose.
- Comprehensive Partners’ Program: Tailored sightseeing including Cadbury World, the Roman Baths, and the Jane Austen Centre.
- Optional 3 Day London Add-On: Extend your journey with a panoramic tour of London’s iconic landmarks and world-class museums.
Darren James Hosted Aviation Enthusiasts Tour
Hosted ‘Trains Planes No Automobiles’ Tour
Join 3AW’s Darren James on a perfectly curated journey through British aviation history.
From the Royal International Air Tattoo to Duxford’s Flying Days, this 14-day tour explores legendary RAF sites, museums, and memorials, with rich cultural experiences and comfortable accommodation throughout.
Tour Highlights
- Royal International Air Tattoo: Enjoy the world’s greatest airshow from the exclusive Cotswold Club Enclosure on the flight-line.
- Grace Spitfire Flight (Optional): Pre-book a flight in the iconic ML407 Mk9 dual-seat fighter at Kidlington Oxford Airport.
- Duxford Flying Days: Explore Britain’s largest aviation museum and witness “The Americans” airshow at IWM Duxford.
- Bomber Command Memorial: Pay your respects to the 55,000 Bomber Command crew who lost their lives during WW2 at the Lincoln memorial.
- 617 Squadron Officers Mess: Dress for a silver service dinner at Petwood Hall, the wartime home of the Dambusters.
- Battle of Britain Bunker: Descend underground to the secret Group 11 Operations Room that coordinated the skies during WW2.
- Bletchley Park: Crack the code at the home of British codebreaking and discover the story of the Enigma machine.
- Brooklands Museum: Visit the birthplace of British motorsport and aviation, and climb aboard Concorde.
- Lincoln Cathedral & Castle: Tour the magnificent medieval cathedral and view the original 1215 Magna Carta.
- Imperial War Museum London: Walk the halls of the world’s leading museum of war, from WW1 to the present day.
British Heritage Steam Railways
Exceptional Rail Experiences Tour
4472 Flying Scotsman Excursion.
Step aboard a beautifully restored steam train, where the scent of coal and the sound of slamming carriage doors signal the start of an unforgettable journey.
With a blast of the whistle and a billow of steam, you’ll glide back in time, so don’t miss your chance to experience this timeless adventure.
Tour Highlights
- Great Central Railway: Ride the UK’s only double track main line heritage railway
- Severn Valley Railway: Travel through Shropshire aboard this magnificent heritage line
- North Yorkshire Moors Railway: Ride the award-winning 18-mile heritage railway
- Harry Potter & Hogsmeade Station: Evoke the spirit of Harry Potter with a visit to ‘Hogsmeade Station’ and iconic film locations
- Pickering Railway Station: Step back to the 1930s with a visit to this renowned historic station
- Whitby by Steam Train: Enjoy a day tour to the coast, visiting the harbour and Whitby Abbey
- Worth Valley Railway: Travel along the River Worth through picturesque Pennine villages
- National Railway Museum, York: Wander the massive halls where the history of rail transport in Britain is told
- 4472 Flying Scotsman: Spend an unforgettable day of First Class travel on this iconic locomotive
- West Somerset Railway: Marvel in the scenic views along this 23-mile heritage line
D-Day & Western Front Battlefield Tour
12 Day Fully Hosted Tour
This perfectly curated 12-day tour brings Australian military history to life, tracing the steps of the brave Diggers of World War 1 before exploring the Normandy beaches of the D-Day landings.
Learn about Sir John Monash and the soldiers who campaigned on the Western Front.
Tour Highlights
- Full Time Tour Director: A dedicated tour director accompanies you every day, ensuring a seamless and enriching experience throughout
- Specially Curated Accommodation: Enjoy comfortable and carefully selected hand-picked hotels designed to enhance your experience and comfort
- Ypres, Belgium: Explore this historic Belgian city steeped in WW1 history, where the Menin Gate memorial honours the missing
- Australian National Memorial: Visit Villers-Bretonneux and Sir John Monash Memorial Park, commemorating Australian soldiers of the Western Front
- Last Post Ceremony: Experience the moving Last Post Service at the Menin Gate, a daily tribute honouring the fallen of the Great War
- Tyne Cot Commonwealth Cemetery: Visit the largest Commonwealth war cemetery in the world, resting place to thousands of fallen soldiers
- Passchendaele & Hill 60: Walk the ground of significant WW1 battles where Australian Diggers showed extraordinary courage
- D-Day Beaches Normandy: Explore the historic beaches and towns synonymous with the D-Day landings of June 1944
- Mont Saint Michel Monastery: Visit this stunning UNESCO World Heritage site, a breathtaking island monastery with a unique cultural experience
- Expert Specialist Guides: Enrich your battlefield experience with knowledgeable guides who bring history to life
Tours for Clubs & Groups
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Martini Tours specialises in consulting, designing and delivering custom tours for clubs and groups. Whether your members share a passion for classic cars, aviation, historic railways or military history, we’ll create a personalised itinerary around the experiences that bring your group together.
From bucketlist experiences and behind-the-scenes access to an optional partners programme, we take care of the details so your group can simply enjoy the journey.
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