Find adventure on an extended tour

Book a service

Regardless of your latest MOT or service, book in for a check before you go; that way, you should be able to avoid any nasty surprises on the road.

Paperwork

Always double-check that your insurance and tax are up to date and cover requirements relevant to your trip. Keep all of your information together, along with any visas (for you or your furry friends!) if you are travelling abroad.

Budget

Whether you stick to it or not, it’s always a good idea to set up an outline budget when you’re on the road for a while. Setting aside money for eating out, activities and fuel can help to stop your finances spiralling out of control.

Travel days

You can avoid the feeling that you’re burning daylight by budgeting for travel days. Earmark days on your trip that are dedicated to driving, rather than trying to squeeze in getting to a new site and ticking off a must-see attraction, all in the one day.

Decide your route

You might be drawn to a curated route such as the NC500, or you may have visions of your own. Either way, it’ll save you time, money and headaches to plan your route before you head off. Think about the places you want to see or even the roads you’d like to drive along, and build from there.

Stock cupboards

You’ll want to sample local fare, but having well-stocked cupboards is essential for an extended tour. You’ll be loading up on gear, so you don’t want to use up even more of your payload. The aim is minimal ingredients.

Don’t forget your bike

Extended tours are a great opportunity for slow travel! Hop on your bike rather than into your car and take in the sights on two wheels.