Dear members, Last year, the 1000km Gran Turismo tour emphasis was driving; specifically taking fellow Porsche enthusiasts along routes that would evoke what a Mille Miglia or Targa Florio could be. And, it was spectacular! In fact, we drove an extra 200km. This year, the Gran Turismo Architectural and Gastronomic Tour combine my adoration of cars, history, architecture and cuisine. We ll visit architectural master pieces, indulge in fine dining and drive roads that are bespoke for a Porsche. I want you to come and I look forward to driving with you. Sincerely, Jason Figueiredo
Itinerary: Day One: Niagara - Foxburg - Pittsburgh The starting point of your trip is the White Oaks Resort. After a wonderful breakfast at LIV restaurant, we drive to the border and into the heart of the Allegheny Forest. Driving your Porsche along the roads in this region is exhilarating. Today s route will lead you into the charming village of Foxburg in the majestic Allegheny Mountains for lunch. This stop provides the opportunity for a pleasant break to explore the town. If your interest is golf, the National Historic Foxburg GC Club is home to the oldest golf course in continuous use in the U.S.A. The American Golf Hall of Fame is located on the second floor, where visitors will find a priceless collection of golf clubs and other exhibits depicting the 400- year history of golf. Leaving Foxburg, we travel to the City of Pittsburgh and check into the hotel. After checking in, you ll be at your leisure to explore the downtown core of this historic city. In the evening we reconvene at an elegant restaurant for dinner. Day Two: Pittsburgh - Fallingwater Your day will begin in the early morning as we drive to the iconic landmark that is Fallingwater. Reservations have been secured for the exclusive tour which provides a greater understanding of what Frank Lloyd Wright was seeking to create with his masterwork. The guides have a deep knowledge and will interpret Fallingwater in many contexts including: historical, architectural and the relationship between the house and surrounding landscape. This tour offers access to secondary spaces not available on the Regular Tour and lasts approximately two hours. To enhance the experience, the number of visitors on each tour is limited and interior still
photography is permitted for personal use only. Please visit Fallingwater.org to receive a better understanding of this historical and architectural masterpiece. For lunch, we will visit another architectural gem that is the benchmark for excellence in resort lodging, the Chateau Lafayette, located in the Nemacolin Resort. This luxurious hotel was inspired by the famed Ritz Paris in France and is a tribute to the grand hotels and resorts of Europe.
Following lunch, you will visit The Woodlands Auto Toy Store which opened in September 2000 and features a wide variety of rare and antique automobiles. After perusing these fine motor coaches, the tour continues to the Pride and Joy Airplane Hanger on the property. Housed in this facility is a classic Pitcairn PA-8 plane fully restored and airworthy that was once in the collection of the late Hollywood icon and Porsche enthusiast Steve McQueen. After lunch, the focus of today's drive is paramount for Porsche: pure driving enjoyment. We return to Pittsburgh with a scenic drive through the Laurel Highlands. The mountains making up the Laurel Highlands are the highest in Pennsylvania, with Mount Davis in Somerset County the highest point in the state at 3,213 feet. On the final night, you'll drive to Mount Washington to dine at a fine dining restaurant with a view of the skyline. Sophisticated dishes in a tasteful atmosphere provide the appropriate ending to an eventful day. Day Three: Pittsburgh - Canada After a restful night, it s back behind the wheel for the final day. A short drive takes you to the grounds of the University of Pittsburgh s Cathedral of Learning to tour The Nationality Rooms. The rooms reflect the crafts, culture, and traditions of Pittsburgh's diverse ethnic groups. Of museum quality, often designed by architects abroad, the 26 rooms adapt Classical, Byzantine, Romanesque, Baroque, Renaissance, Tudor, Empire, Minka and folk styles to re-create cultural periods prior to 1787, the year the University was founded. The Hofbrauhaus Pittsburgh is Pennsylvania s first authentic Hofbrauhaus, modeled after the 400 + year old Hofbrauhaus in Munich, Germany and will be our destination for lunch. After this, you ll return to Canada with many memories of a fabulous trip.
REGISTRATION opens MARCH 1, 2015. In order to provide you with an intimate tour experience, this tour is limited to 6 cars. To register, please contact the hotel to reserve your room and then contact Jasonfig993@gmail.com confirming your reservation. Rooms to be released on MARCH 1. Accommodations: Hampton Inn & Suites 1247 Smallman Street Pittsburgh, PA Telephone number: (412)-288-4350. Our special rate is $189 per night +tax Please advise reservations you are with the Porsche club of Upper Canada to receive the special rate. Breakfast and parking are complimentary. FALLINGWATER Tickets: Tickets for the In-Depth tour were pre-booked in advance. Tickets are $72 per person. Details regarding payment will be sent to registered tour members. In-Depth tours are only available once a day. Our tour times are 8:30 a.m. and 8:45 a.m. The Nationality Rooms Tour: Tour is $4 per person +taxes. Self-paid parking off site. 60-90 min tour. Passports: Please ensure you have a valid passport to enter the United States. White Oaks Resort (optional): For members who choose to overnight in the Niagara region the night before the tour, the White Oaks Resort has provided the following for your consideration. Please ensure when booking your room you refer to this group by the Porsche Club of Upper Canada. This room block is a rate only and the Resort is not holding any rooms, based on availability only. The room block rate offered by White Oaks Resort is $199 plus taxes applicable on Thursday, June 4th, 2015. Rate includes $30 breakfast credit ($15 each) based on double occupancy.
This rate is applicable for our Superior 2 Double bed Accommodation or Superior King only and is based on double occupancy. Upgrade charges would apply as follows: Tower King or Tower Queen: $20 additional per night Luxury Suite: $100 additional per night Additional guests over and above Double Occupancy: $35.00 additional per additional person per night to the above quoted rate Included Fees: Full use of the Resort Facilities is available to all guests. This includes Resort amenities: Valet or Self-Parking unlimited local phone calls, High-speed Wireless Internet Access, Full use of the indoor pool, steam rooms and saunas and Concierge Services. A reservation must be cancelled by 4:00p.m. 48 hours prior to the arrival date. If a reservation is cancelled within the 48 hour period, you will be responsible for the first night s room and tax as well as any applicable package elements (green fees, spa treatments, theatre tickets) We do require a deposit of 1 night room and tax at the time of booking refundable up to the 48 hour cancellation. Please also note the entire resort is completely smoke and pet free.