Ferrari Cavalcades - the coolest events

Since 2012 Ferrari Cavalcades are the most glamorous car tours in the world.

Great events where almost every model of Ferrari is present, organized for the most important customers of Ferrari. You're not interesting when you own only one Ferrari, when you own multiple Ferraris you will stand a chance to participate.

Ferrari Cavalcade 2012.

From 28 to 30 June over 100 clients of the Prancing Horse from all over the world will discover the Emilia region on the roads of the legendary races of the past.

The places are those between Emilia Romagna and Tuscany, linked to the birth of the Maranello firm and to the epic road races of the past. Mille Miglia and Circuito del Savio, but also the current permanent tracks on which Ferrari raced and won such as the Imola and Mugello circuits and the home one, Fiorano, where all the Prancing Horse cars are developed.

The tour will start from Bologna, heading towards the "Dino and Enzo Ferrari" circuit on the banks of the Santerno river, where three skill tests will be held, valid for the classification of the regularity race. The first day will be dedicated to the flat roads: in addition to Lugo, home of the Baracca family where the Prancing Horse will be celebrated, we will travel along the roads of the Po Delta and visit the ancient Abbey of Pomposa to return to the Ferrara of the Estensi through the suggestive roads that cut the fields of the Pianura Padana.

Friday will be dedicated to the Modena area and places of Ferrari history with a passage to Maranello and driving shifts on the Fiorano track. The final day will see the cars cross the Apennines to make a stop on the Mugello International Circuit before arriving in Piazza della Signoria in Florence. To end up, a route of about 600 kilometers on the roads of the Mille Miglia, with the passes of the Futa and the Raticosa that will bring the Ferrari Cavalcade back to Bologna for its conclusion.

The list of countries from which the participants come is proof of the global nature of the Ferrari brand: United States, China, Lebanon, Hong Kong, Emirates, Mexico, South Africa and, of course, Europe with France, Germany, Belgium, United Kingdom and Russia, to name but some of the nationalities represented.

A way, therefore, to make even more popular all over the world the landscape as well as artistic, food and wine beauties of Italy. And it is on this philosophy that the next editions of the Cavalcade will be based. In addition to bringing Ferrari customers to the famous places of our peninsula they will go to find precious hidden corners of our country, worthy of being valued in the eyes of the world.

90 red bolides in the Florentine, Siena, Livornese and Pisa area. The Ferrari Cavalcade 2013 on the roads of Tuscany. Friday, June 28, 2013.

Last year's Ferrari Cavalcade, the parade of bolides in Piazza Signoria.

Last year's Ferrari Cavalcade, the parade of bolides in Piazza Signoria.

FLORENCE - About ninety Ferraris on the roads of Tuscany offer emotions to those who drive them but also to those who see them parading in equally unique places. Second edition of the "Ferrari Cavalcade", the event featuring some of the most loyal customers of the Prancing Horse together with their cars. Thirty countries of origin of the members, from New Zealand to the USA, from India to Finland, from Puerto Rico to Lebanon, representing four continents.

Among the Ferraris present, there are models such as the Enzo and the F40, special limited series such as the SA Aperta and the 599 GTO. The Cavalcade is divided into three stages, each one in the name of a theme: today it is the turn of art, with a path that takes the participants from Florence to Volterra, then goes to Bolgheri and returns to the city of the Medici, making a stop in San Gimignano. Surprisingly, the white FF of Ferrari President Luca di Montezemolo led the way, greeted by the participants and the public.

Dinner in the Great Cloister of the Convent of Santa Maria Novella, built between 1340 and 1360 and famous for its frescoes.

The Ferrari Cavalcade 2014 Revs Up in Sicily. Emmanuel Lupe, June 17, 2014.

Ferrari’s international clients explore the delights of Italy.

More than 90 Ferraris driven by clients from 27 different nations are preparing to explore some of the most beautiful corners of Sicily between tomorrow, Wednesday 18th and Sunday 22nd of June, in the course of the third edition of the Ferrari Cavalcade.

The event was held in Emilia Romagna in 2012 and last year gave participants a tour of the most spectacular parts of Tuscany. The Cavalcade was created by Ferrari to take clients from all over the world (from America to Japan, but also Middle East, South East Pacific and even New Zealand) not only to Italy’s classic destinations but, more importantly, its less well-known but equally stunning areas to showcase the nation’s exceptional art, history, gastronomy, and the incredible variety and uniqueness of its terroirs.

The Sicilian Ferrari Cavalcade was organized in collaboration with the island’s local authorities and the regional tourism department. Divided into three legs, it will see Ferrari revealing a veritable treasure trove of delights to the 180 participants. The fleet starts out from Siracusa on Thursday taking in Catania and Taormina as well as a spectacular hill-climb along the roads of Mount Etna. On day two, Friday, the cars drive on to Agrigento, passing through Caltagirone and Piazza Armerina. This particular route focuses on Greek and Roman history, but will also be something of an homage to speed with several laps of the Pergusa Circuit planned too. Last but not least, the cars and owners discover Sicilian Baroque on a route that runs through Modica, Ragusa and Noto.

The list of models taking part in the Ferrari Cavalcade will warm the hearts of the island’s car enthusiasts who will enjoy a close-quarters look at Maranello’s entire current range as well as iconic models from the recent past. Several examples of the special limited edition series LaFerrari are also taking part.

2015 Ferrari Cavalcade in Rome.

This year at its fourth edition, the Cavalcade is a special event organized directly by Ferrari to give the possibility to its most important members to drive all the brand new Ferraris on the wonderful scenary of the Italian roads. This Gran Turismo event is reserved to the most important owners from all over the world, and to take part at the Cavalcade you need to have 5 different Ferraris in your garage.

The Ferrari Cavalcade 2015 was held in the eternal city, Rome.

The Ferrari Cavalcade 2015 was held in the eternal city, Rome, touching the most beautiful places of the world driving across the "Castelli Romani", the Colosseo, the Ara Pacis, Vatican City and having an experience on the famous race track of Circuito di Vallelunga, one of the hardest Italian circuit.

More than 100 of most impressive Ferraris crew, including the new ONE-OFF Ferrari F12 TRS, 15 Ferrari LaFerrari, the brand new Ferrari 488 GTB and several other Ferraris joined the 4th edition, enjoying the "Capitale" and other beautiful cities as well Orvieto, Assisi, Perugia, Castel Gandolfo in the center of the european history.

Ferrari International Cavalcade 2015.

Ferrari International Cavalcade 2015.

This year the Ferrari International Cavalcade doubled up and moved outside Italy for the first time. The exclusive event for Ferraristi from all over the world, touched down in the United States, the Prancing Horse’s largest market on which it celebrated its 60th anniversary in 2014. Specifically, the Cavalcade went to California where clients took part in the first international edition from the 10th to 14th of August.

Ferrari Cavalcade 2016 in Venice.

Reds in the Lagoon. Over 100 Ferraris driven by customers of 35 different nationalities are the stars of the 2016 Ferrari Cavalcade.

Ferrari Cavalcade 2016 in Venice.

The event, now in its fifth edition, will take place from 23 to 26 June in Venice and its magnificent surroundings. As per tradition, the Cavalcade runs along some of the most beautiful roads in Italy, passing through places of striking beauty.

The excellences of Belpaese. The first edition of Cavalcade took place in 2012 in Emilia Romagna, in 2013 in Tuscany, in 2014 in Sicily, while last year it was the turn of Rome.

For the fifth edition, Ferrari has chosen the “Serenissima” Venice as a meeting point. The 100 Ferraris and their crews will depart from Venice every day to discover a variety of breathtaking landscapes and historic sites. They will see the Dolomites with the famous "Three Peaks" of Lavaredo, the Po delta, Franciacorta, the cities of Padua and Treviso and the Venetian villas. As always, sports driving is also planned on track, this time on the Adria circuit. Every day there will be an itinerary full of surprises, scenic roads, unforgettable places and, of course, great driving fun.

Among the 100 Ferraris registered for the event there are some of the most iconic models such as the LaFerrari special limited series or the F12tdf as well as numerous cars in the range and others that have made the history of the Prancing Horse. At the end, a gala evening with a charity auction, the proceeds of which will be donated to the preservation of the historical heritage of Venice.

2016 International Cavalcade. Ferrari in the land of the rising sun. Posted: 07.11.2016. Source: Ferrari. Over 70 Ferraris set off to discover exquisite Japan.

2016 International Cavalcade. Ferrari in the land of the rising sun.

Kyoto, 7 November 2016 – From 10 November until 14 November, the international edition of Cavalcade, Ferrari’s prestigious driving event, will take place in Japan. To celebrate 50 years of Ferrari in Japan, the event will be organised in the former imperial capital city of Kyoto in collaboration with the City of Kyoto and the Kyoto Convention and Visitors Bureau (KCVB). Approximately 70 Ferraris driven by clients hailing from more than 24 nations will participate in the rally which sets off every day from the city, and they will enjoy the historical and aesthetic destinations that are painted in the colors of autumn. All current range Ferraris will be represented in the three-day rally, including the limited edition F12tdf and the hybrid supercar LaFerrari. In addition there will be a few examples of past Ferrari legends such as the Enzo Ferrari, F40 and 599 GTB.

Since 2012 Ferrari Cavalcade has become the annual not to be missed rendezvous for Ferrari’s most important clients. Conceived to celebrate the joy of driving combined with magnificent scenery and culture, the event takes place in a different part of Italy every year. In addition, as of last year, Ferrari has also introduced an international rendition of the Cavalcade designed to take clients beyond Italy to explore a new part of the world every year. The first International Cavalcade took place in 2015 in Northern California, while this year’s edition travels to Kyoto.

The event promises to deliver the unmistakable excitement, beauty and camaraderie that only Ferrari Cavalcade can offer. The fleet will start out from the Jingu-michi alongside the beautiful red-lacquered Heian Shrine. On the first day, Ferraristi will head to Awaji Island crossing the engineering marvel that is the Akashi Kaikyo Bridge, test the power and agility of their cars on Central Circuit and drive through the rural landscape of Sasayama. The second day pays homage to the magical area around Lake Biwa and includes Hieizan Enryakuji which is one of the UNESCO sites, as well as a drive amidst the majestic Sequoia trees of Takashima and a stop by the Castle of Hikone. On the third and final driving day, the group will head to south and explore the ancient capital of Nara, where the guests will stop to visit the Todai-ji Temple, the remains of Heijo Imperial Palace and the summit of Mt. Wakakusa and visit Osaka, passing through Midosuji and stopping at the Castle.

The International Cavalcade is just one in a series of events to celebrate Ferrari’s 50th anniversary in Japan. It also coincides with the 150th anniversary of Japan and Italy’s trade relations.

2017 Cavalcade Classiche ready to go. Publication date: 05 May 2017.

Seventy Ferraris from over 20 countries.

Seventy Ferraris from over 20 countries are taking part in this year's Ferrari Cavalcade, devoted to the cars that have made the history of Ferrari. In fact Cavalcade Classiche is a special event included in the 70th anniversary celebrations.

Cavalcade Classiche 2017, Tuscany.

Cavalcade Classiche 2017, Tuscany.

Cavalcade Classiche 2017. Piazza Grande, Modena.

Cavalcade Classiche 2017. Piazza Grande, Modena.

The exclusive event takes place from 5 to 9 May in Tuscany. It is based in Forte dei Marmi from where the cars set off to explore this wonderful region. Participants in Cavalcade Classiche will travel along some of Italy's loveliest roads through places of breathtaking beauty, villages and cities of art.

Ferrari conceived the event in order to bring its customers from all over the world (including America, Japan, Europe and South East Asia) to famous places in Italy, promoting Italian excellence in art, history and gastronomy together with local specialities.

For this occasion, Ferrari has chosen one of the most picturesque regions rich in history and art as the venue. From the beaches of Versilia, the 70 crews set off each day in their vintage cars to discover art cities such as Pisa, Lucca and Modena, fishing villages like Lerici, towns packed with history such as Pietrasanta, hazardous mountain passes through the Apuan Alps and the Apennines, to finish in Maranello with a unique fashion show inside the factory. Every day big surprises are in store, including some that will remain etched forever in the memory, such as when the cars are displayed outside the Cathedral of Pisa, the parade on the walls of Lucca or the stop at the birthplace of Enzo Ferrari in Modena.

The cars entered in the event include the most important models in the history of the Prancing Horse: specimens like the 340 Mille Miglia, the 250 SWB, the 250 Le Mans, the 250 Tour de France, the 500 TR and the 860 Monza. It will be a "traveling exhibition" as never before seen, a unique opportunity to admire the 70 years of the Ferrari myth.

Ferrari Cavalcade 2017. Date of publication: 26 Jun 2017. Over one hundred customers from all over the world discovering Puglia.

The sixth edition of the Ferrari Cavalcade was staged in Puglia from 21 to 25 June, a “traveling show” of over one hundred Ferraris from all over the world. The event is exclusively reserved for the most loyal customers and collectors, who share their passion for the Prancing Horse by visiting the most beautiful landscapes of Italy every year.

An opportunity to celebrate Ferrari, which turns 70 this year and to let its international customers discover the treasure trove of beauty, tradition and culture of a new territory, after having seen unique places in the Veneto, Romagna, Tuscany, Lazio, Sicily and Emilia regions in previous editions.

Ferrari Cavalcade was based in Borgo Egnazia, in the countryside of Savelletri, on the border between the provinces of Brindisi and Bari.

From there, the participants aboard their Ferraris travelled some scenic roads through villages and cities of art.

A program full of Mediterranean charm and driving fun, especially on some occasions designed to unleash the performance of the cars to their full potential.

The first day saw as protagonist Matera, the city of Basilicata declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO and European Capital of Culture for 2019. An adrenaline-pumping acceleration test then involved the customers at the Gioia del Colle Military Air Force base. Castel del Monte, Trani and Bari vecchia were the art and history destinations of the second day, which also made a stop at the Autodromo del Levante, where the Ferraris competed in track skills tests. The weekend began with a trip to Santa Cesarea and Lecce, while on Sunday the Cavalcade crossed the Valle dei Trulli with a stop in Alberobello, to finish with a gala dinner in Polignano a Mare.

The list of the over 30 countries of origin of the participants testifies to the global power of the brand: all five continents were present with indistinct enthusiasm for Ferrari.

The large majority of the models attending the event are the recently produced Ferraris: from GTC4Lusso to F12tdf, from California T to 488 Spider. Among the participating jewels there are also some limited special series such as the F40, F50 and Enzo. Also present was the LaFerrari Aperta, the symbolic car of Ferrari's 70th anniversary.

Ferrari Cavalcade 2018 was a Dream Ride. By Andrew Nabors. June 26, 2018 in Events, Ferrari.

If you have ever dreamed of touring northern Italy, we can think of no better way than in a Ferrari. That’s why over 100 examples from around the world converged on Valle d’Aosta last week. For the 7th annual Ferrari Cavalcade, participants met up at Saint Vincent. The villagers were delighted in the display of Italian pride and the drivers had an opportunity to enjoy the ancient town.

On Thursday, the tour kicked off en route to LaThuile and Little St. Bernard Pass. After the first hill climb run, they crossed the pass into France for lunch at Courchevel.

Ferrari Cavalcade Classiche 2018. December 7, 2018 by Sports Car Digest.

The Ferrari Cavalcade Classiche 2018 was held September 18-22 on the Italian island of Sardinia. More than 70 classic Ferraris from all over the world gathered for the second edition of the Cavalcade Classiche.

The 2018 running of the Ferrari Cavalcade Classiche attracted enthusiasts from over 20 different nations, allowing Ferrari owners to share their passion for driving the cars. This year’s Cavalcade started out from Valle dell’Erica and then explored various areas of beautiful Northern Sardinia each day, from Alghero to the Valle della Luna, from Castelsardo to Porto Cervo and the island of Caprera. After covering over 800 km, the Cavalcade ended with a parade and presentation of all the cars to the public of Maddalena.

This celebration of cars and driving not only for the owners themselves but for all that had the opportunity to admire the Ferraris on the roads of Sardinia. Among others, the historic models that made up the field included the 166 MM Barchetta, 500 TRC, 340 America, 250 GT Europa, 250 GT Lusso, 750 Monza and 250 GT SWB California Spider.

2019 Ferrari International Cavalcade – UAE. 24 February 2019.

Ferrari celebrates its 25 years Anniversary in the United Arab Emirates with the International Cavalcade.

A 25-year friendship deserves a big celebration. To mark the anniversary of its arrival in the United Arab Emirates in fitting style, Ferrari organised the first International Cavalcade in the region, bringing together nearly 100 cars with clients from over 20 different countries.

The Cavalcade International - now on its third outing - is a unique opportunity to enjoy the pleasure of driving a Ferrari on routes meticulously planned to ensure owners get to enjoy their cars’ performance to the utmost. In other words, a spectacular travelling showcase, starring these exclusive models.

The 1,200 kilometre long itinerary, which was driven over three days, touched some of the most symbolic and beautiful areas of the Emirates. Starting from Dubai, the Ferraris tackled a series of fascinating roads that wound their way through the desert and up the hairpins of Jebel Jais mountain, making their way back for a special display at the foot of Burj Khalifa by Emaar, which was lit in the renowned red for the occasion.

The vehicles also drove along the Gulf coast, heading to Abu Dhabi to visit the Sheik Zayed Grand Mosque. There was plenty of fun and adrenaline too at the Dubai Autodrome, where the drivers got to unleash their cars’ huge potential and at Ferrari World Abu Dhabi, the region’s largest theme park which takes its inspiration from the emotions synonymous with the Italian brand.

The 2019 Ferrari Cavalcade was a feast for the eyes. By Marc McLaren. 26 Jun 2019.

Any event which gathers together 100 Ferraris for a picturesque drive through the Italian countryside.

Any event which gathers together 100 Ferraris for a picturesque drive through the Italian countryside is going to make for quite the sight – and for proof, just check out the photos from this year’s Cavalcade.

The exclusive tour, which involved more than 200 enthusiasts and which is now in its eighth year, started in the central Italian town of Benevento on 18 June and ended on the beautiful island of Capri four days later.

On the way it traversed some truly breathtaking routes, snaking through the hills of the Campania region and along the gorgeous Amalfi coast between Salerno and Sorrento, then stopping in Naples so the 100 princely machines could pose for a group photo in the Piazza del Plebiscito.

The line-up was heavily skewed towards more modern machines such as the Ferrari Portofino and the 488 Spider, with several special-edition models including the new Monza SP1 and SP2 also taking part. We also spied the likes of the Enzo, LaFerrari Aperta, 488 Pista Pilota and F50 among the field.

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An exclusive look at the Ferrari Cavalcade Capri 2019.

The eighth edition of the renowned Ferrari Cavalcade brought the world of Ferrari owners and their beloved cars to explore this year’s international gathering in Campania, Italy.

This yearly event is specially organised in Maranello, the home of the Ferrari headquarters. Here, a select few customers from around the world have the chance of a lifetime – a unique driving experience tailored by the organiser, one which money cannot buy. For the past seven years, only Ferrari owners were allowed to join in these super-extravagant experiences – until now!

Surprisingly, for the first time, Maranello decided to open its doors to four lucky journalists, who were specially hand-picked to take a glimpse and venture into the world of the Ferrari Cavalcade extravaganza. To be honest, I was totally shocked when I got the invitation from Ferrari Hong Kong to be one of these very lucky four. How can I even describe that feeling? I guess it’s like winning the golden ticket to visit Willy Wonka’s chocolate factory.

Along with me, the others were Condé Nast Traveler China’s managing editor, Zhang Aihui; famous Italian influencer Fabio Attanasio from Milan; and Italian journalist Enrico Dal Buono, also from Milan. Frankly speaking, I wondered how Maranello had managed to pick the four of us among all the journalists from around the world? Of course, I am deeply grateful for this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity – and to call this a dream press trip is surely an understatement!

Our four-day, three-night trip started in Napoli. We were picked up early in the morning from Naples International Airport and arrived at our destination at the Grand Hotel Excelsior Vittoria in Sorrento, where we would be spending the next few days. The hotel, which dates back to 1834, is set in a lush garden on the cliffs overlooking the Gulf of Naples. Naturally, our first call of business was lunch. The Asian crew included me, Zhang and of course, most importantly, our chaperone, Aaron Li from Ferrari China.

During lunch, we found out that the first day of the Cavalcade event had actually started on the day of our arrival. More than 100 Ferraris were specially flown in for this event and more than 200 collectors and enthusiasts made up the crews, representing some 20 countries around the world including Italy, Germany, the US, the UK, France, Spain, China, Thailand, Hong Kong, Japan, Taiwan and beyond. Models included the Ferrari Portofino, 488 Pista Piloti, SP3JC, J50, 812 Superfast, GTC4Lusso, LaFerrari, F12, F50 and Enzo, just to name a handful.

Each day, the international convoy embarked on a surprise journey, with all 100-plus Ferraris from the Grand Hotel Excelsior Vittoria setting off for a different daily route designed by Maranello. Drivers and their co-drivers were only equipped with a route map, created for this tour to guide them from one checkpoint to another, and with each car having a two-minute headstart to get to their designated points. The challenge was on!

Mind you, the Cavalcade experience is not just a race – it’s a total Ferrari lifestyle, combining driving experiences that normal global Ferrari collectors wouldn’t be able to enjoy anywhere else in the world. Imagine driving through the Campania region, exploring the scenic routes throughout Benevento to Corso Garibaldi; from Parco del Partenio to the slopes of Mount Vesuvius; from the coast of Salerno to the Amalfi Coast; and driving to the centre of Naples to park at the Royal Palace of Caserta, then on to the Piazza del Plebiscito. Finally, on the last day, with all the cars parked at the port of Capri, a final parade from Capri to Anacapri, all behind the wheel of your beloved Ferrari! Mamma mia – to me, this is beyond any dream holiday!

The first day for me was a simple one – recharging myself under the scorching Italian sun, as well as recharging all my batteries for my film equipment in eager anticipation of the following big day. Nevertheless, the perfect Campania weather couldn’t be more perfect and I just couldn’t resist soaking up some vitamin D by the pool while sipping on my favourite Italian aperitif, the Aperol Spritz!

The following day, all four of us lucky journalists finally met up at the morning briefing, organised by Dario Esposito from Ferrari’s brand & corporate communications department. We signed all the necessary insurance and agreement documents – in fact, the briefing was short and sweet. The two Italians were in one car and us two Chinese were in another. Both cars happened to be Ferrari Portofinos, marked “Special Guest” on both sides of the doors. Each group was given the key to the car and, importantly, a separate phone that was equipped with an app for all the things we might encounter along the way. We were reassured that the GPS system on the official phone would take us to each checkpoint during the second day’s drive without any worries.

Finally, we ventured out of the hotel’s reception doors – and were blown away by the sight of all 100+ Ferraris parked along the driveway, ready for the day’s journey. Of course, for me it was the perfect Instagram moment – and one to start shooting some of my film footage for #legend. More than 100 shots later, it was finally our turn to get into our cars and set sail on our virgin Cavalcade voyage. Zhang, my co-driver from China, was kind enough to let me be the first to take the wheel. Once the engine started, it was natural that the next button to press was the one to put the convertible roof down on the Portofino! Ready, set… and go!

Our route during my first round for the day was leaving Sorrento, off to Serino, through some of the highways and up the hill of Monte Terminio. Then, we had a pit stop and swapped places. I was the co-driver for Zhang from Montella, via Valico delle Croci di Acerno, up to Montecorvino Rovella and finally reaching our afternoon’s designated pit stop by the port of Salerno. The first part of our drive was mostly along scenic country routes and beautiful mountain views until we finally ascended back down to the sea views of Salerno.

On arrival at Salerno, we marveled the sight of all 100+ Ferraris already parked all along the port of Salerno, with a huge amount of bystanders waving their Ferrari flags ecstatically in celebration of their Italian pride and the Ferrari heritage!

Zhang and I regrouped first with our chaperone, Aaron Li from Ferrari China. We headed to the Museo Diocesano, which had been taken over by Ferrari as an open buffet venue for all the drivers and guests to recharge before the second leg of our journey. After a quick lunch, since we were the last ones to arrive, we decided to head back down to the port and got ready for our onward journey. This time, instead of Zhang, Li would be my co-driver, as Zhang decided to take some time off by himself to do some sightseeing; he would rejoin us at Positano.

Imagining manoeuvring 100+ Ferraris out on the streets of Hong Kong. It’s surely not an easy task, let alone 100+ Ferraris on the streets of Salerno – hats off to the Maranello team for making the impossible possible. After a long wait for the first 50+ cars to set off on their journey, it was finally our turn and this time, since we were travelling in a large convoy of 50+, there was absolutely no need to even look at our GPS. We simply sat back with the roof down, soaked up the sun, blasted music from our in-car system and put the pedal to the metal!

Leaving the city centre of Salerno was such a thrill. Since I’m a city boy at heart, driving a Ferrari in a city is all about see-and-be-seen. I was totally in my element, enjoying every bit of my driving experience in this convertible and screaming for extra attention! We started our second leg of our tour through the city streets of Salerno, driving along the Amalfi Coast through the little town of Maiori, where we stopped for some gelato. We then headed uphill to the coastal parts of Positano, high up on the mountain, looking back down on the beautiful ocean. Everywhere we went, there were tons of Ferrari admirers along the routes filming our convoy – so we were revving up engines and going totally mental!

With a convoy of 50+ Ferraris, we also needed a lot of local help from the police to make sure the narrow streets could squeeze all the Ferraris past at the same time. Naturally, we were in no rush at all, as we were soaking up the sun and enjoying the unbelievable views that the Amalfi Coast has to offer. Every so often, we would get ourselves into a bottleneck and needed desperate help with the long wait – but as long as I was in a convertible Portofino, who was I to complain?

Zhang planned to meet up with us at one of the checkpoints at Positano to take his turn, but unfortunately for him, there were no stops during the Positano route. In the end, I practically drove the entire second part of the afternoon all by myself, back to our final destination at the Grand Hotel Excelsior Vittoria. Needless to say, it was one of the best moments in my life – simply priceless!

Once we returned back to the hotel, I have to say it was hard to part with my beloved Portofino. My first encounter with the Ferrari Portofino was actually on a track day in China last year, but after this experience in Sorrento? I’m absolutely in love with this car, period! Never before had I driven in a luxury sports car up to eight hours a day along some of the most scenic routes that Italy has to offer; I thoroughly enjoyed every moment from start to finish, and it’s an experience I most probably will never get again in my lifetime. (It’s beside the point that my crispy forehead was burnt under the scorching sun, but hell, at least I had a great tan after.)

The following day, we had some free time to do a bit of sightseeing around the coastal region of Capri before the evening. We were joined by the newly appointed chief communication officer of Ferrari, Jane Reeve, for a lovely drink at our hotel before we set sail to Capri to join the rest of the VIP guests for a 1950s La Dolce Vita-themed dinner party held at the famed seafood restaurant La Canzone del Mare. Jane and I seemed to be the only two people who took the dressing-up part seriously – we even got up on stage, pretending that we were part of the ’50s acts, and we have photos to prove it! The night finished with a live Italian band singing ’50s classics and a very special performance by synchronised swimmers.

All in all, my sincere gratitude goes out to Ferrari Hong Kong, Aaron Li from the Ferrari China team for being the best host ever and last but not least, Jane Reeve and Dario Esposito from Maranello for making this one of the most enjoyable and memorable trips that I have ever had. Grazie mille a tutti!

2019 Cavalcade Classiche to parade through Rome. 17 Sep 2019. The classic Ferraris will be on display from 20 to 22 September.

Maranello, 16 September 2019. Over 80 vintage Ferraris are expected in Rome from 20 to 22 September for the third edition of Cavalcade Classiche.

Maranello, 16 September 2019. Over 80 vintage Ferraris are expected in Rome from 20 to 22 September for the third edition of Cavalcade Classiche, the first in the city.

With this event Ferrari offers its international clientele unforgettable experiences whilst driving cars that have made the history of motoring. Thanks to the cooperation of Rome City Council and other institutions, the Cavalcade will pass through stunning scenery and towns some of which have never before been part of a major motoring event. In homage to Rome’s history, for example, the journey will trace the ancient consular roads such as the Tiburtina, the Salaria, the Flaminia, the Cassia and the Appia.

On Friday, the Cavalcade will explore the Lazio countryside, passing through Borgo San Pietro on Lake Salto and Rieti before climbing Mount Terminillo and then visiting the magnificent Marmore Falls. On day two, the art and history of Todi and Viterbo will take centre stage, with a stop at lunchtime opposite the Palace of the Popes. Sunday is dedicated to Rome and its hills along a route that approaches the eternal city through Frascati, Castel Gandolfo and the Archaeological Park of Appia Antica. A final parade through the streets of Rome will offer a great show not only for the Ferrari owners but for all locals and tourists who are admirers of the Prancing Horse.

The cars, including the famous 750 Monza of 1954, the 500 TRC of 1957 and the 275 GTB of 1964 can be seen in the park of Villa Borghese on Saturday from 6 pm and Sunday from 6 pm to 8.30 pm.

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