A 7,200km adventure and regularity rallyexploring the wonders of the Andes

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COLOMBIA - ECUADOR - PERU

NOVEMBER 11 - DECEMBER 8 2019

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THE ROUTECARTAGENA•

LIMA•

QUITO•

•URUBAMBA (SACRED VALLEY)

HUARAZ• •IQUITOS (AMAZONIA)

•IPIALES

•RIOBAMBA

•CUENCA ZORRITOS•

CHICLAYO•TRUJILLO•

PARACAS•NAZCA•

CHIVAY•

CALI•

•AREQUIPA•PUNO

MONTERIA•

S O U T H

A M E R I C A

MEDELLIN•

•POPAYAN

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THE SCHEDULE

Day -3 (November 8) - Car collection, CartagenaDay -2 (November 9) - Welcome DinnerDay -1 (November 10) - Sign-on & Scrutineering

Day 01 - START - Cartagena to Monteria (304km)Day 02 - Monteria to Medellin (405km)Day 03 - Medellin to Cali (414km)Day 04 - Cali to Popayan (138km)Day 05 - Popayan to Ipiales (344km)Day 06 - Ipiales to Quito (250km)Day 07 - Quito (Rest Day)Day 08 - Quito to Riobamba (211km)Day 09 - Riobamba to Cuenca (246km)Day 10 - Cuenca (Rest Day) Day 11 - Cuenca to Zorritos (275km)Day 12 - Zorritos to Chiclayo (466km)Day 13 - Chiclayo to Trujillo (349km)Day 14 - Trujillo to Huaraz (345km)Day 15 - Huaraz (Rest Day)Day 16 - Huarez to Lima (400km)Day 17 - Lima to Iquitos (Excursion)Day 18 - Amazonia (Excursion)Day 19 - Iquitos to Lima (Excursion)Day 20 - Lima to Nazca (449km)Day 21 - Nazca to Urubamba (665km)Day 22 - Urubamba, Sacred Valley (Rest Day)Day 23 - Urubamba to Puno (427km)Day 24 - Puno to Chivay (276km)Day 25 - Chivay to Arequipa (166km)Day 26 - Arequipa to Nazca (568km)Day 27 - Nazca to Paracas (214km)Day 28 - Paracas to Lima - FINISH - (266km)Day 29 - (December 9) Departure

TOTAL DISTANCE - 7,178km (4,460 miles)

All details are provisional at the time of printing.

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THE ADVENTURE

Join us on a breathtaking journey to some of the most spectacular places on earth. In Colombia, Ecuador and Peru you’ll find stunning coastlines, soaring peaks, vibrant rainforest, ancient mysteries and amazing cultures - and this being a Rally Round event you’ll have time to enjoy them all with friends old and new. Open to vintage and pre-1977 classic cars, this sociable rally is one you will never forget.

Led by Liz Wenman, the Rally Round team has vastexperience - not least in South America - as Event Co-ordinator Heidi Winterbourne and Clerk of the Course Kim Bannister have organized some of the longest and most successful rallies in the world. This one is suitable for experts and novices alike, and whether you take part in the regularity (Time-Speed-Distance) competition or prefer to tour you’ll be supported all the way. We can help you with everything from crew and car preparation to shipping and insurance, and on the event you may rely on our highly skilled medical and mechanical support teams. Our safety record is second to none and there will be no hazardous speeds, car-breaking terrain, night driving or trick navigation; the entire route will be set out in a detailed roadbook.

Our adventure begins in Cartagena, one of the loveliest cities in Latin America. Overlooking the blue Caribbean, flowers spill from ornate balconies, horses and carts clatter through the streets, flash mobs dance in pretty plazas and lovers linger on the city walls at sunset. The 16th Century old town provides a fabulous backdrop to the five-star hotel where we spend our first three nights. We must collect the cars from the port on Friday November 8, so you need to arrive in good time, but you then have 24 hours to relax before our Welcome Dinner on Saturday, where you may meet your fellow rallyists and the Rally Round team. Signing-on and Scrutineering take place on Sunday, and then the fun begins! You’ll find an outline of the event and a Q&A in these pages; if you have any questions just contact the Rally Office. Your adventure starts here!

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COLOMBIA - ECUADOR - PERU

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City of Eternal Spring thanks to its consistently warm climate - 22 degrees regardless of season. Medellin was once notorious for its links with the Columbian drugs trade, but a major clean-up in recent years has resulted in a significant decrease in crime and a corresponding increase in tourism - you can even visit the former home of drug baron Pablo Escobar, which is now a museum. Spread across the Aburrá Valley, Medellin’s skyline is a dramatic mix of skyscrapers, grand colonial buildings and colourful homes - it all looks very impressive from one of the Metrocable gondolas, which unlike expensive, touristy systems in other cities remain an integral part of the public transport network.

Day 3 - Wednesday November 13Medellin to Cali (414km)

From Medellin we enter a landscape of lush green valleys and coffee plantations. We will pause at one of them for - you guessed it - a coffee break, and you may stroll through the plantation as the farm manager explains the origin and process of coffee production, from young plant to dried bean. Suitably Invigorated by fresh air and caffeine, we return to the cars and climb to over 3,000 metres on the Pan American Highway. En route we’ll stop at the Jardin Botanico for lunch, and you can explore its collection of South American plant specimens before continuing on to Cali. This is the Salsa capital of Colombia - indeed it has its own distinctive style - so we expect to see a few of you on the dancefloor tonight!

Day 1 - Monday November 11Cartagena to Monteria (304km)

Let’s go! From Cartagena we head south over the mountains of Serrania de San Jacinto, pausing in Sincelejo for lunch and a visit to the grand cathedral of St Francis of Assisi. From here we drive the coast road around the Golfo de Darien to our first overnight halt in Monteria. Apart from a population of green iguanas, the town is known for its ‘Planchones’ - semi-enclosed rafts that ferry people across the Sinu River. There is a bridge too, yet the rafts are still preferred.

Day 2 - Tuesday November 12Monteria to Medellin (405km)

Today’s journey takes us to the foot of the Andes as we start to climb on fabulous roads towards Medellin, known as the

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Day 4 - Thursday November 14Cali to Popayan (138km)

We start today's drive from the Museo Aéreo Fénix just outside Cali, a fascinating collection of aircraft ranging from Douglas DC-3s to a replica of the first Wright brothers' Flyer, alongside cars and even model trains - a treasure trove of transport. Returning to our own, we follow good gravel roads towards the amazing Archaeological Park of Tierradentro, a UNESCO World Heritage Site with underground tombs dating from the 6th to the 10th centuries, the largest and most elaborate of their kind, beautifully decorated with motifs representing the pre-Hispanic society of the Andes. A short drive then takes us to our overnight hotel in the beautiful city of Popayan, founded in 1537 and an important stopping point between Cartagena and Quito. With its many white-washed buildings, Popayan is also known as the ‘White City’.

Day 5 - Friday November 15Popayan to Ipiales (344km)

Today we head for Ecuador, first on the Pan American Highway and then on gravel roads towards Pasto, a fabulous drive through a landscape strewn with extinct volcanoes. From Pasto you will see part of the original Andean Road System - the Qhapaq Ñan. This communication, trade and defence network was the backbone of the Inca Empire,

although it was partly based on roads laid down more than 2,000 years ago by a pre-Inca, Andean culture. By the 15th Century it covered more than 30,000km, extending far and wide across the South American continent - a staggering achievement. Our overnight halt is just 4km from the border with Ecuador, in the town of Ipiales. Here the Sanctuary of the Virgin of Las Lajas is an unmissable sight - built in Gothic Revival style, it stands within the the canyon of the Guáitara River. Ipiales is also famous for its Indian markets, where Pasto women sell all kinds of handmade goods.

Day 6 - Saturday November 16Ipiales to Quito (250km)

After a leisurely breakfast we bid despedida (farewell) to Colombia and cross a quiet border into Ecuador. We will stop for coffee at the Indian market in Otavalo, where vendors hawk a dazzling array of wares, attracting customers from all over the world. Otavaleños and the indígena (indigenous) people from the local villages still wear traditional clothing - the women in embroidered white blouses, long woollen skirts, fachalinas (headcloths), woven belts, canvas sandals and strands of beads, the men in blue ponchos, calf-length pants and felt hats, their hair worn in a long braid. We shall have lunch at the Solar Museum of Intiñan, where guides will show you remarkable experiments as you stand astride what is said to be the ‘true’ Equator. You may visit Amazonian huts and learn more about local culture before diving on to Quito, the capital of Ecuador and our home for the next two nights.

Day 7 - Sunday November 17Quito (Rest Day)

What other rally organizer gives you a Sunday morning lie-in? Today is a rest day so unless you feel an urgent need to wash the car you may venture out to explore Quito, which sits high

in the Andean foothills, at an altitude of 2,850m, and was built on the foundations of an ancient Inca city. It’s known for its well-preserved colonial centre, rich with 16th and 17th Century churches that blend European and Moorish styles; don't miss the Plaza Grande and the amazingly ornate Jesuit church of Compañia de Jesús. There are many optional excursions - perhaps a visit to the Middle of the World Monument or a full day’s guided walk around the Centro Historico, a UNESCO World Heritage site where they roast whole pigs at the roadside. Your options for dinner are just as varied, from Italian to Japanese and of course local cuisine.

Day 8 - Monday November 18Quito to Riobamba (211km)

From Quito we follow the amazing Avenue of the Volcanoes, so named by 18th Century German explorer Alexander Von Humboldt, passing through the National Park that surrounds

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Cotopaxi, an active 5,897m stratovolcano, before a coffee stop and tour of the Latacunga Ethnological Museum. We then take a slight diversion to lunch at the world-class La Montana restaurant in the tiny town of Patate - the food and the views here are simply stunning. Smooth gravel roads bring us to our night halt in Riobamba, whose name combines the Spanish word for river and the Kichwa word for valley. Founded by the Spanish in 1534, the city’s impressive architecture is a reminder of that colonization, yet Spain’s grip on Ecuador was officially broken here in 1830, with the signing of the country's first constitution.

Day 9 - Tuesday November 19Riobamba to Cuenca (246km)

Today you will see the landscape change from volcanoes to mountains as we climb into the Andes on increasingly twisty roads, great for competitive regularity sections. We plan to

have a passage control at Ingapirca, renowned for an archaeological complex north of the town. This is the largest known Inca site in Ecuador and includes the Temple of the Sun, a large oval structure used for ritual and astronomical purposes; the adjacent museum displays artefacts recovered from the area. We then take a little detour to lunch in Paute, a town is renowned for its gastronomy and for the adobe and baroque houses that line its cobbled streets. From here both asphalt and good gravel roads lead us to the beautiful city of Cuenca, where we shall stay for two nights.

Day 10 - Wednesday November 20Cuenca (Rest Day)

With so much to see in Cuenca it would be a shame to hang around the hotel. Dating from the 16th Century, the historic centre is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and seems lost in time as nuns march along cobbled streets and old ladies peer

from geranium-filled balconies looking for gossip. The city is the centre of many craft traditions, including ceramics, metalwork and the internationally famous Panama hat. In addition there are several art galleries and museums describing the colourful history of Cuenca, which are well worth a visit; there are Turkish Baths here too, if you fancy a little pampering. This evening you are free to choose your own restaurant for dinner - you will be spoilt for choice!

Day 11 - Thursday November 21Cuenca to Zorritos (275km)

This is our last day in Ecuador and we will make the most of it, heading west on the twisty road towards the Peruvian border at Huaquilla. Throughout the morning the old Inca Road system crosses our path and you can imagine animals being driven along these tracks before the larger roads were built. We'll be driving alongside the Cajas National Park, rich in wildlife including Andean condors, giant hummingbirds and raccoon-like coatis, so keep your camera handy! Moving away from the Andes towards the Pacific coast, we’ll enjoy a relaxed lunch before crossing into Peru. It’s then just a short drive to the small town of Zorritos, where our hotel offers fabulous views of the Golfo de Guayaquil. As we'll be arriving early, you may spend the rest of the afternoon relaxing around the pool.

Day 12 - Friday November 22Zorritos to Chiclayo (466km)

Leaving Zorritos we head south along the glorious Pacific coast road, then stop for coffee in the sunny little town of Sullana; look out for the Óvalo Tallán sculpture in the centre, which celebrates the pre-Columbian ethnicity of the area. Our journey continues south to Paita, where we turn inland for lunch in Piura. In 1532 this was the first city in Peru to be conquered by the Spanish, and remained under their rule until it declared independence in 1821; the lunch menu still displays a Spanish influence. We then head for the town of Catacaos, known for its gastronomy and craft stalls, before tackling the Desierto de Sechura, a beautiful coastal desert where we plan some unusual regularity sections. Our night halt is at Chiclayo but rally timing will finish in the nearby town of Lambayeque, allowing you to explore the Royal Tombs of Sipán Museum. Here in 1987 archaeologist Walter Alva made one of the most important discoveries of the last 30 years when he found an undisturbed tomb containing a mummy of the ancient Moche culture, now known as the Lord of Sipán (El Señor de Sipán); more than a dozen more tombs have since been located. The beautiful city of Chiclayo, Peru’s fourth largest, is likewise famed for its ancient treasures as well as being a centre for witchcraft.

Day 13 - Saturday November 23Chiclayo to Trujillo (349km)

From Chiclayo we head inland to make the most of smooth gravel roads where we'll stage some great regularity sections. The surrounding area is renowned for its archaeological sites

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and we shall stop for lunch in the city of Cajamarca, site of a so-called battle on 16th November 1532, when a small but well-armed Spanish force led by Francisco Pizarro unleashed a terrifying surprise attack on Inca ruler Atawallpa and his entourage, killing thousands; you may reflect on these brutal events as you stroll around what is now a pretty city full of colonial buildings. From lunch we head out to the coast, pausing en route at the Windows of Otuzco, 337 chambers cut 8-10 metres deep into the volcanic rock many thousands of years ago. They are thought to be catacombs from the pre-Inca period and it is believed that when the Incas arrived they emptied the chambers and converted them into grain silos, modifying the entrances to protect the contents from the wind. Before arriving at our hotel in Trujillo, we will also visit the largest adobe village of the ancient world at Chan Chan, a truly remarkable place.

Day 14 - Sunday November 24Trujillo to Huaraz (345km)

Very shortly after leaving Trujillo we pause for a photo shoot at the Huaca Del Sol y de la Luna - Peruvian adobe pyramids erected in the Mochian period as part of a larger settlement. Evidence of human sacrifice has been found on the eastern platform. The bodies of victims would be hurled over the side of the Huaca and left exposed on the patios below, where

researchers have since discovered numerous adult male skeletons; all show signs of trauma, indicating that a severe blow to the head was the usual cause of death. We will stop in Chimbote for lunch in a small restaurant overlooking the ocean before continuing south via the narrow and thrilling Canyon del Pato (Duck Canyon), passing through more than 35 hand-cut, single-track tunnels. We then arrive in Huaraz, described by Lonely Planet as the restless capital of this Andean Adventure Kingdom. We will be staying here for two nights, so you may enjoy a mini adventure of your own.

Day 15 - Monday November 25Huaraz (Rest Day)

Adventurous types from around the world visit Huaraz for the climbing, hiking, mountain biking and snowboarding or to visit the glaciers and mountains of the Cordillera Blanca, located in the Huascaran National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. With so many things to do on your day off you

making it the largest, most isolated city on earth. The market and stilt houses alongside the Itaya River are fascinating, but we’re not going to stay long - a boat will carry you up-river to the fabulous lodge where we will spend the next two nights.

Day 18 - Thursday November 28Amazonia (Excursion)

Our agents will help you decide which of today's thrilling activities to join, unless you prefer to remain at the lodge and admire the scenery! Either way, it’s a day you’ll never forget.

Day 19 - Friday November 29Iquitos to Lima (Excursion)

You may enjoy a peaceful lie-in this morning, as our flight back to Lima doesn’t leave until late afternoon, but of course we must first return to Iquitos by boat. Another adventure!

may ask our agents to organise an activity for you, unless you would prefer simply to relax around the hotel pool. There are many restaurants from which to choose tonight’s dinner.

Day 16 - Tuesday November 26Huarez to Lima (400km)

From Huarez the road to the coast is wonderful, with a vista around every bend culminating in beautiful views of the Pacific. Another archaeological highlight is the 5,000-year old Sacred City of Caral-Supe, the oldest centre of civilisation in South America. It’s a great place to pause before we drive on through the Lachay Nature Reserve, with its superb flora and fauna. For lunch we visit Chancay Castle, which is not all it seems - do explore this amazing place before heading off to our first overnight stop in Peru’s spectacular capital, Lima.

Day 17 - Wednesday November 27Lima to Iquitos (Excursion)

This morning we take an early flight to the port of Iquitos for an unforgettable excursion into the Amazon rainforest. Known as the city in the jungle, Iquitos is a gateway to the lodges and tribal villages of the northern Amazon and has no road connections - it can only be reached by boat or aircraft,

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Day 20 - Saturday November 30Lima to Nazca (449km)

We're back on rally time today, although after a quick drive south along the coast the clocks actually starts ticking at the Autódromo La Chutana race circuit, a relatively new centre of Peruvian motorsport that opened in 2010. You can have a lot of fun here before we carry on to Pisco for lunch. The famous Paracas Candelabra geoglyph can be seen at Pisco Bay. Dating from approximately 200BC, its purpose and significance are still unknown, although one theory is that it represents a hallucinogenic plant known as Jimsonweed. After lunch we pick up the coast road again before turning east towards Ica. According to Lonely Planet: “Just when you thought the landscape was dry enough for Martians, out jumps Ica, Peru’s agricultural ‘miracle in the desert’ that churns out bumper crop after bumper crop of asparagus, cotton and fruits, as well as laying claim to being the nation’s leading (and best) wine producer.” We might well be tempted by a vineyard, although even stone cold sober you will see some strange

sights as we approach Nasca, for the landscape here is covered with remarkable archaeology, from the Petroglyphs of Chichictara to the Ruined City of Hualluri. We are staying in Nazca overnight and we shall have another opportunity to explore it on Day 26.

Day 21 - Sunday December 1Nazca to Urubamba, Sacred Valley (665km)

Today is by far the longest day of the rally but it’s well worth the effort in order to reach the Sacred Valley. It’s also an absolutely stunning drive, climbing to an altitude of more than 4,500 metres. En route we drop in to the Sanctuary of Vicuńas for a closer look at this elusive, llama-like animal, which is considered sacred in Peru. There is an annual festival at which the creatures are gently captured and sheared by villagers in Inca dress, all overseen by the ‘Inca King’ who stands burning coca in full costume. For centuries, the beasts were hunted and killed for their wool and leather rather than sheared alive. They were on the brink of extinction when

in 2007 a worldwide internet poll voted it one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. Don't use up all the space on your camera, though - there’s more to see in the days ahead!

Day 23 - Tuesday December 3Urubamba to Puno (427km)

We turn south towards Puno today, climbing to 4,000 metres on twisty roads with marvellous views as we head for La Pascana restaurant in Sicuani for lunch. We then cross the Abra La Raya Pass, at 4,470 metres the highest point between Cusco and Puno with stalls selling handicrafts at the summit. The colourful display, with luscious green hills and snowy peaks in the background, is a real treat for the senses. And

in 1964 the Peruvian government established this national reserve, now the main sanctuary for the species. The bene-fits are both ecological and economic, as a metre of vicuńa wool fabric can sell for anything up to £2,000 and scarves are sold for more than £500. Driving on, we come to the Sacred Valley, once the heart of the Inca Empire in the Andean highlands. About 60km long, the valley is characterized by fertile farmland, colonial villages and ancient sites; today’s highlights include the ruins of Pisac and the towns of Ollantaytambo and Chinchero. Our hotel for the next two nights is in Urubamba, between Cusco and Machu Picchu.

Day 22 - Monday December 2Urubamba, Sacred Valley (Rest Day)

You have a choice of two fabulous excursions today - Cusco or Machu Picchu. The former was the capital of the Inca Empire from the 13th to the 16th Century, and is now famed for both its archaeological remains and its colonial buildings. Plaza de Armas is the central square of the old city, with arcades, carved wooden balconies and Inca wall ruins, whilst the Baroque Santo Domingo Convent was built on top of the Inca Temple of the Sun (Qoricancha) and contains remnants of Inca stonework. In 1983 Cusco was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site and it now attracts nearly two million visitors per year. Yet more renowned is Machu Picchu, an Inca citadel set high above the Sacred Valley. Probably built for Emperor Pachacuti (1438–1472) and later abandoned, it's known for the sophisticated dry-stone walls, intriguing astronomical alignments and staggering views. Although familiar to locals, Machu Picchu was unknown to the outside world until US historian Hiram Bingham brought it to interna-tional attention in 1911. It was declared a Peruvian Historic Sanctuary in 1981, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1983 and

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then on top of all this you catch your first sight of Titicaca, the highest navigable body of water in the world. According to Andean belief it is the birthplace of the sun, and around its shimmering blue waters you will find cultures steeped in ancient tradition. Amid soaring mountains and crumbling cathedrals, crops are still harvested by hand, the locals wear sandals recycled from truck tyres, women work in traditional costume and llamas are kept as pets. It might be austere life but festivals throughout the year are riotous affairs that can last for days. Look out for the floating reed islands in the lake where the Urus people have made their homes. Originally built for defence they have remained a way of life and the larger islands might accommodate as many as 10 families. Arriving in Puno we also cross to an island for our overnight stay in an unusual, five-star hotel.

Day 24 - Wednesday December 4Puno to Chivay (276km)

Leaving our island behind we take the road to Chivay, driving through one of southern Peru’s finest protected regions, Reserva Nacional Salinas y Aguada Blanca, a vast volcanic area where wildlife survives several kilometres above sea level. You’ll see old Inca trails en route and you might have to avoid fleet-footed vicuńas that run in front of you at up to 85km/h. Look out too for the flamingos paddling in the tranquil lakes. We will visit the Colca Canyon, one of the world’s deepest, where binoculars will be useful as it’s a haunt of the giant Andean condor, which you may see from viewpoints such as Cruz del Condor. Dotted around the

landscape you will also see remote traditional villages with terraced agriculture, a system that predates the Inca. We have planned an early finish in Chivay, so you will have time to visit its famous market or relax at the hotel.

Day 25 - Thursday December 5Chivay to Arequipa (166km)

After a relaxed start we cross the Patapampa Pass then descend 2,000 metres, skirting the 5,825-metre Misti volcano as we approach Arequipa. Framed by no fewer than three volcanoes, this beautiful regional capital is noted for its Baroque buildings constructed from sillar, a white volcanic stone. In the centre - yet another World Heritage Site - you will find the Plaza de Armas and the 17th Century Basilica, which has a museum of religious objects and artwork. The cathedral is vast and - with El Mistri looming even larger in the distance - well worth a look.

Day 26 - Friday December 6Arequipa to Nazca (568km)

We have a longer drive today but we will be using the coastal Pan American Highway so you will eat up the kilometres quite easily, passing olive groves and archaelogical sites as we head back to Nazca. The Humboldt ocean current flows on our left - this is where most of the world’s Humboldt penguins live, and there are many opportunities to view the abundant marine wildlife along the way. We'll stop for lunch in Chala, a tumbledown fishing village where you may enjoy exquisitely fresh seafood, although the restaurant has other options if you prefer. We then continue along the coast, turning inland at San Juan to reach Nazca.

Day 27 - Saturday December 7Nazca to Paracas (214km)

If you wish to see the Nazca lines there will be an early morning flight to view them from above. These vast desert geoglyphs were first spotted from the air in 1939 and more were revealed by a sandstorm in 2014. Drawn as continuous lines, the images are still a mystery - some believe they were prayers for rainfall. If you would rather keep your feet on the ground you may relax over breakfast before we on drive to Paracas. We are staying in a superb ocean-front hotel and an early finish means you can enjoy it to the full. Cocktails?

Day 28 - Sunday December 8Paracas to Lima (266km)

The last day! After a late breakfast we set off for a final fling at the Autódromo La Chutana before an easy, untimed drive to the finish at the colonial-style Country Club of Lima, the venue for tonight's Gala Dinner and Prizegiving. The trophies are polished and waiting, and one might have your name on it. Win or lose, the party will continue long into the night as we celebrate an unforgettable South American adventure!

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FLIGHT OF THE CONDOR 2019 - REGULATIONSI TITLE & ORGANISATION

1. ANNOUNCEMENT1.1 FLIGHT OF THE CONDOR 2019 will be held between the 11th November and 8th December 2019. The event is organised by Rally Round Ltd,hereafterreferredtoastheOrganisers.1.2 TheOrganisers’contactdetailsareasfollows: Address: Rally Round Ltd, The Studio, Coachman’s Lodge, Frensham Lane, Churt, Surrey, GU10 2QQ, UK Telephone: +44 (0)1252 794100 Email: info@rallyround.co.uk Website: www.rallyround.co.uk

2. WARNING2.1 Allmotorsportispotentiallydangerous.FlightoftheCondor2019usesremoteroadsandtrackswhichmaybehazardousandare intendedtopresentthosetakingpartwithadrivingchallenge.Competitorsshouldnotentertheeventunlesstheyacceptthatthereis anelementofrisktothemselvesandtheirvehicle.Competitorsareexpectedtodrivesafelywithinthelimitationsoftheirvehiclesandto showdueconsiderationtootherroadusersatalltimes.RallyRoundLtd,theirstaff,officialsandrepresentativesontheeventacceptno responsibilitywhatsoeverforanyaccident,lossorinjuryhappeningtocompetitorsanddonotundertaketoprovidesecurity,rescueor assistanceofanykind.Allcompetitorswillberequiredtosigntheindemnityprintedontheentryform.

3. PERMIT & AUTHORISATION3.1 Applicationhasbeenmadeforthenecessarypermitsandrouteauthorisations.Theseandanyotherpermissionswillbedisplayedonthe officialnoticeboardatsigning-on.

4. EVENT DESCRIPTION & PROGRAMME4.1 TheFlightoftheCondorwillstartinCartagena,ColombiaonMonday11thNovember2019andfinishinLima,PeruonSunday8th December2019,followedbyaPrizegivingDinner.Theroutewillbeapproximately7,200kmpassingthroughColombia,EcuadorandPeru.4.2 Theroutewillbedefinedinaroadbookprovidingcompetitorswithalltheinformationnecessarytofollowtherallyroute.Roadbooks willbeissuedatthestartoftheevent.DistanceswillbemeasuredinkilometresandtheOrganisers’timesanddistancesaredeemedto becorrectandnotsubjecttoqueryorprotest.Ameasureddistancefortripmetercalibrationpurposeswillbeprovidednearthestart location.GPSwaypointsmaybeprovidedtosupplementtherouteinstructions.4.3 Theroutewillincluderegularitysectionstimedtothesecondonbothsurfacedandunsurfacedroads.4.4 Theprovisionalscheduleissetoutonpage3oftheeventbrochure.

5. ORGANISATION & OFFICIALS5.1 OrganisingCommittee: RallyDirector-LizWenman ClerkoftheCourse-KimBannister SecretaryoftheMeeting-NikkiBannister EntriesSecretary-HeidiWinterbourne ChiefMechanic-TBA Results&Timekeeping-TBA Otherofficials’namesanddutieswillbenotifiedbyofficialbulletin.

6. CATEGORIES & CLASSES6.1 Entriesarebyinvitationonlyforcarsinfourcategories: CategoryA-Pioneer-Carsinproductionbefore1921 CategoryB-Vintage-Carsinproduction1921to1941 CategoryC-Classic-Carsinproduction1942to1969 CategoryD-Classic-Carsinproduction1970to19776.2 Categorieswillbedividedintoclassesbasedonenginesizeand/orage.Theprovisionallistofclassesisasfollows: Class1-PioneerPre-1921 Class2-Vintage1921-1930 Class3-Vintage1931-1941 Class4-Classicunder2-litre1942-1964 Class5-Classicunder2-litre1965-1969 Class6-Classicover2-litre1942-1960 Class7-Classicover2-litre1961-1969 Class8-Classic1970-1977 Class9-Specials(seeArticle8.2) Cars entered in Class 9 will compete for Class Awards only and will not be eligible for Overall Awards.6.3 Basedontheentriesreceived,classesmaybereassignedattheOrganisers’discretion.

II GENERAL CONDITIONS

7. ENTRIES, FEES & INSURANCE7.1 EntriesarebyinvitationonlyfromtheOrganisers.Acompetingcrewshallconsistoftwopersonsunlessotherwiseagreedwiththe Organisers.Allcrewmemberswhointendtodrivemustholdavaliddrivinglicence,mustallbeovertheageof17,musthavecompleted theindemnityandsigning-onprocedures,mustbecoveredbyvalidinsurancewhilstdrivingontheeventandmustbeinthecarduringall thetimedsectionsoftheevent.

7.2 Applicationsforentriesopenonpublicationoftheseregulationsandcloseon30thMay2019,afterwhichnorefundsofentryfeeswill begiven.Theentryfeeincludes:accommodationinatwin/doubleroomincludingbreakfastfromFriday8thNovembertoSunday8th December2019inclusive,welcomedinnerinCartagena,agalaprizegivingdinnerinLima,eveningmealsasagroup(exceptonsomerest days),secureparking,emergencybreakdownassistance,thirdpartyvehicleinsurance,finishers,categoryandclassawards.Competitors willbesuppliedwithrallyplates,numberdecals,identitybadgesandRoadbook.7.3 Themandatoryrequirementsandtimescaleswithrespecttopassports,visas,insurances,carnetsandshippingwillbenotifiedbythe RallyOffice.FailuretomeetanyofthedeadlinessetforthereturnofinformationorcopiesofpaperworkasrequestedbytheOrganisers willresultincancellationofcompetitor’sentryandtheforfeitofallmoniespaid.7.4 CompetitorswillberequiredtoprovidethefollowingitemstotheRallyOffice,asaminimum,nolaterthan30thMay2019(thetimescale forreceiptofotherinformationwillbesetoutinsubsequentbulletins): a)AscannedcolourcopyoftheVehicleRegistrationDocument. b)AscannedcolourcopyoftheVehicleRoadworthiness/SafetyCertificate(egUKMoTCertificate)withEnglishtranslationifapplicable. c)Scannedcolourcopiesofthedriver’sandnavigator’sdrivinglicences. d)17cmx12cm(7inx5in)colourthree-quarter-viewphotographsofthecar,clearlyshowingthefrontandrearregistrationplates. e)Scannedcolourcopiesofthepersonaldetailspagesofthepassportsofbothdriverandnavigator.Thepassportsmustbevalidforat leastsixmonthsfromthefinishdateoftherally(ieto30thJune2020orbeyond). f)AscannedcolourcopyoftheInternationalDrivingPermitforanycrewmemberwhointendstodriveontheevent. g)2cmx3cm(0.8inx1.2in)colourphotographsofboththedriverandthenavigator,clearlylabelledonreverse.Photosmusthavea whitebackgroundandclearlyshowtheears.7.5 Entrantsareresponsiblefortheirownfuel,flights,visas,personaltravelandmedicalinsurance,fullycomprehensivevehicleinsurance, transportcostsincludingshippingandcarnetdepassage,carrepairandrepatriation.Themaximumnumberofcompetingentriesis40.7.6 TheOrganisersreservetherighttorefuseorwithdrawanyentrywithoutexplanation.Anentrywillnotbeconfirmeduntilthefullentry feehasbeenpaid.IfpriortotheeventunforeseencircumstancesforcethecancellationoftheeventtheOrganisersreservetheright toretain20%oftheentryfee,inadditiontoanydepositpaid,tocoveradministrativecostsalreadyincurred.Ifoncetheeventhas startedunforeseencircumstancesforcethecancellation,curtailment,reroutingorinterruptionoftheeventtherewillbenorefundof entryfeesorreimbursementofanyothercostsorexpensesincurred.7.7 Thedetailsofeachcrewmembermustbesubmittedonafullycompletedandsignedentryform.Bysubmittingtheentryformthecrew undertaketoabidebytheseeventregulationsandanysubsequentofficialbulletinsissuedbytheOrganisers.Onceanentryhasbeen accepted,anysubsequentchangeofcarorcrewmemberisatthediscretionoftheOrganisers.7.8 Theentryfeeis£34,000pervehicleincludingacrewoftwo.Anon-refundabledepositof£6,000isrequiredwiththeentryformto confirmanentryandthebalanceisrequirednolaterthan30thMay2019.Failuretopaythefinalbalancebytheduedatewillresultin theentrybeingcancelledandthedepositforfeited.7.9 AlleventdocumentationandinstructionswillbeinEnglish.Noallowancewillbemadeforanycrewmemberunableread,write, understandorspeakEnglish.7.10 Completedentryformsandfeesshouldbesentto:RallyRoundLtd,TheStudio,Coachman’sLodge,FrenshamLane,Churt,Surrey, GU102QQ,UK.Paymentsbychequeorbanktransfer(seetheentryformfordetails)shouldbemadepayabletoRallyRoundLtd.

8. ELIGIBLE CARS8.1 OnlycarsofamodeltypeproducedwithinthePioneer,VintageorClassicperiodsasspecifiedinArticle6.1willbeeligible.The Organisersreservetherighttoacceptcarsmanufacturedafterthecut-offdatesprovidedtheyaretotheoriginalperioddesignandall componentsareofappearance,design,materialsanddimensionsknowntohaveexistedduringtheperiodforwhichthecarisentered, apartfromanyexceptionsallowedwithintheseregulations.Periodmodificationsarepermitedprovidedthecompetitorcansupply authenticatingdocuments.DetailsandphotographsofsuchcarsmustbesubmittedtotheOrganiserspriortoacceptance.8.2 Allcarsmustbeofatypeexclusivelydesignedtocarrypassengerswitheithersaloonorsportsbodywork.Estatecarsandstationwagons maybeconsideredunderthesameconditionsasArticle8.1.Commercialormilitaryvehiclessuchaslighttrucks,vans,ambulances, pickupsandutility4x4vehiclesmaybeconsidered,butwillruninClass9(Specials)andcompeteforClassAwardsonly.8.3 TheOrganisersmaydeclineorre-classifyacarifitdoesnotcomplywiththerelevantperiodinspiritorappearance,ifitisconsideredto beofinadequateperformanceordoesnotcomplywiththerequirementsoftheseregulations.Onceanentryhasbeenacceptedthe entrantmayonlychangethecategoryorclassofthecarenteredwiththewrittenpermissionoftheOrganisers.8.4 Theacceptanceofanentryissubjecttopre-eventscrutineering.Theentrantmustensurethat,atscrutineeringandforthedurationof theevent,thecarisroad-legalforthecountriesinwhichtheeventtakesplaceandthatitcomplieswiththeseeventregulations.

9. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS9.1 The following items are required: ●Afireextinguisherofatleast1.75litresAFFForZEROlinespecification,securelyfittedwithineasyreachofthecrew. ●Mudflapsfittedtoallfourwheelarches. ●Alaminatedwindscreenoraero-screens. ●Twowarningtriangles,atowrope,highvisibilityjackets,sparelightbulbs,acomprehensivefirstaidkitandanon-poroussheetor drip-traytocontainfluidleakagesfromthecar. ●IntheClassiccategory,fullharnessseatbeltsfittedandusedatalltimes. ●Afuelrangeofatleast400kmor250miles.9.2 The following items are strongly recommended: ●Seatbeltsfittedandusedatalltimes. ●Aroll-overbarcomprisingatleastasinglehoopandtwobackstays. ●Fire-proofandliquid-proofbulkheadsseparatingthepassengercompartmentfromtheengineandfueltank. ●Twosparetyresandwheels.9.3 The following items and modifications are not permitted: ●Conversionofliveorsolidaxletoindependentsuspension. ●Coilspringsreplacingoraugmentingleafspringsortorsionbars. ●Shockabsorberswithseparatereservoirs. ●Changeofenginemakeorconfiguration. ●Fuelinjection,unlessavailableasoriginalequipmentwithinperiodandoforiginalspecification. ●Limitedsliportorquebiasingdifferential,unlessavailableasoriginalequipmentinperiodandoforiginalspecification.

●Discbrakes,exceptintheClassiccategorywhereavailableasoriginalequipmentinperiodandoforiginalspecification. ●Enginemanagementsystemsorcranksensors. ●Conversiontorackandpinionorpowersteering. ●Replacementofbodypanelswithcompositematerials. ●Wheeldesignormaterialnotavailablewithinperiod. ●LEDorgasdischarge(HID)forwardorrearfacinglighting. ●Modernstyleracingoverallsorhelmets. ●Radiotransmitters. ●Anymounted,hand-heldorhiddenelectronicdevicetoaidnavigationorthemaintenanceofafixedaveragespeed.9.4 The following items and modifications are permitted: ●Roofracks,ifmadeofmetaltoaperioddesign.Theymustnotoverhangtheroofpanelnorbeenclosedbyanypanellingorcovering. ●Spares-therewillbenolimitonthequantityorrangethatmaybecarriedinthecarbuttrailersarenotpermitted. ●Electronicclocks,calibratedtripmetersandGPSnavigationdevices-allowedwithoutrestrictionprovidedtheydonotincorporateany functionordevicetoaidthemaintenanceofafixedaveragespeed.9.5 Anycarfailingtocomplywiththeabovetechnicalspecificationsatpre-eventscrutineeringwillberefusedastart.AttheOrganisers’ discretionitmaybetransferredtoaseparatecategoryorclassbutitwillnotbeincludedinthegeneralclassificationorresults.Thecrew willonlybeeligibletoqualifyforafinisher’saward.

10. APPLICATION OF THE REGULATIONS10.1 TheOrganisersreservetherighttochangetheprovisionsoftheseregulationsatanytimebyissuinganofficialbulletinoranyother officialinstruction.Eachofficialbulletinwillbenumbered,datedandsignedbytheClerkoftheCourseorhisDeputy.Thesemaybesent tocompetitorspriortotheeventorbepostedontheofficialnoticeboardatRallyHQ.Suchinformationmaybedirectlycommunicatedat anypointthatallcompetitorsarerequiredtovisitandcompetitorsmustsigntoacknowledgereceiptoftheinformation.10.2 TheClerkoftheCourseisresponsiblefortheapplicationoftheseregulationsandtheirprovisionsduringtherunningoftheeventandhas thepowertodecideonanymatternotprovidedforintheseregulationsorsubsequentofficialbulletins.10.3 Incaseswherenopenaltyorapenaltyof‘uptoandincludingexclusion’isspecified,theClerkoftheCoursemaypenaliseabreachofthe regulationsbyimposingapenaltyofbetweenfiveminutesandexclusion,athisdiscretion.10.4 TheClerkoftheCoursemayexcludefromtheeventorotherwisepenaliseatanytimeanycompetitorwhohasbreachedanycivillawor trafficregulation,actedinafraudulentorunsportingmannerorbehavedinamannerthatisnotconducivetothesmoothrunningof theeventormightbringitintodisrepute.SuchdecisionsareatthesolediscretionoftheClerkoftheCourseandnotsubjecttoappeal.10.5 Eventofficialswillbeondutythroughouttheeventtodiscussanycompetitorqueriesorissues.Anyqueryorissuethatcannotbe resolvedbydiscussionwiththeofficialmustbesubmittedtotheClerkoftheCourseusinganofficialqueryForm.Writtenprotestsare notexpectedbutshouldacompetitorbedissatisfiedwiththedecisionoftheClerkoftheCoursethemattermaybereferredtotheRally Stewardforadjudication.SeealsoArticle22.

11. COMPETITORS’ OBLIGATIONS11.1 Thefirstnameddriverontheentryformwillbedeemedtobetheentrantandwillthusberesponsibleforallliabilitiesandobligations beforeandthroughouttheevent.11.2 Competitorsareresponsibleforpaymentofanycoststheyincurduringtheevent.Inparticular,extrasathotels,mechanicalservices, breakdowntransportationandchargesatgaragesmustbepaidinfullondemand.FailuretodosomaybreachArticle10.4.11.3 CompetitorswhoretirefromtheeventmustinformofficialsatRallyHQoftheirdecisiontowithdraw.Atthepointofretirementor exclusionfromtheeventalltherightsandbenefitsofacompetitorarerelinquished.However,theOrganisersmayattheirdiscretion permiton-goinghotelaccommodationprovidedthecompetitorisnotinbreachofArticle10.4.11.4 TheOrganisersdeclineliabilityinanyaccidentorincidentcausedbyortocompetitorsand/orcompetingcarsduringtheevent. Competitorsshallbeheldresponsibleforanyaccidentorbreachofthelawinwhichtheymightbeinvolvedandmustinformthe Organisers,assoonaspracticable,withfulldetailsofanyincidentfromwhichliabilitymayarise. CompetitorsshallhavenoclaimagainsttheOrganisersarisingoutofanyactoromissionoftheOrganisers,theirservants,agentsor officialsduringthecourseoftheevent.TheOrganisersacceptnoresponsibilityforassistingcompetitorsindifficultiesofanykindandwill notacceptanyclaimforexpensesofanysort,howeverincurred.11.5 Competitorsmustnotdriveatexcessivespeedorinadangerousornegligentmannerandmustalwaysconductthemselvesinamanner that does not bring the sport into disrepute.11.6 Competitorsareobligedtocomplywithinstructionsofaneventofficialandtomakethemselvesawareofanyofficialbulletinsornotices postedontheofficialnoticeboardatRallyHQ.11.7 Competitorswillbeissuedwithanidentitybadge,tobewornatalltimesduringtheevent.Bothcrewmembersmustbeinthecar throughouttheevent,exceptwhenthecarisstationaryorinthevicinityofarallycontrolpoint.Anyabsenceorchangeofcrewmember mustbeauthorisedinadvancebytheOrganisers.11.8 Competitorsmustmakeeveryefforttoensuretheydonotdelayothercrewsontherally.Ifcaughtbyanothercar,itisobligatoryfor driverstopulloverorstoptolettheothercarpass.FailuretodosomayplacethecompetitorinbreachofArticle10.4.Notime allowancewillbegrantedfordelays,baulkingorforcemajeureexceptinexceptionalcircumstancesatthediscretionoftheClerkofthe Course.11.9 Competitorsfallingbehindtheeventtimescheduleforanyreasonwillberesponsiblefortheirownbordercrossingarrangementsand any other associated costs. 11.10 Ateveryovernighthaltcompetitorsmustdeployanon-poroussheetordriptraytopreventoilorotherfluidsfromcontaminatingthe ground under the car.11.11 Competitorsagreetobefilmedand/orphotographedbyagentsaccreditedbytheOrganisersduringtheevent.Theeventlogosand nameremainthecopyrightofRallyRoundLtdandtheiruseforcommercialpurposesisforbiddenwithoutwrittenpermissionfrom Rally Round Ltd.11.12 Competitorsundertakeasaconditionofentrytoabidebytherequirementsoftheeventregulations.Abreachofanyofthecompetitors’ obligationslistedinArticle11mayresultinarefusedstartorapenalty‘uptoandincludingexclusion’atthediscretionoftheClerkofthe Course.11.13 Competitorsundertaketocarryanup-to-datepassportwithsixmonthstorunfromthedateofleavingeachcountry.Competitors areresponsibleforobtainingandpayingallcostsforvisasrequiredfortheevent.CompetitorsundertaketosupplyRallyRoundwitha scannedcopyofeachcrewmember’spassportandvisaifapplicablenolaterthan30thMay2019.

12. IDENTIFICATION & ADVERTISING12.1 TheOrganiserswillprovidetwometalrallyplates,whichmustbefixedtothefrontandrearofthecarinclearlyvisiblepositionsthatdo notobscureanylicenceplates,pluslargenumbersforeachsideofthecar.Rallyplatesandnumbersmustbeinplaceforscrutineering andforthedurationoftheevent.12.2 Anyadvertisingorstickersshouldbediscreet,inperiodstyle,andmustbeapprovedinadvancebytheOrganisers.

13. TEAMS13.1 CompetitorsmayformaTeambycompletingandsubmittingateamentryformbeforethestartoftheevent.Anindividualcarmaybe inanynumberofteamsbutthesametwoorthreecarsmaynotbeinmorethanoneteam.Thewinningteamwillbetheonewiththe lowestaggregatepenaltiesofthethreeteammembers,allofwhommustbeclassifiedasfinishers.

III RUNNING OF THE EVENT

14. SCRUTINEERING14.1 Allcrewmembersmustattendpre-eventscrutineeringwiththeircarsatthetimeandlocationtobeadvisedinanofficialbulletin.The scrutineerswillcheckthecarsforsafetyandcompliancewiththeeventregulations.14.2 Theacceptanceofacaratanyscrutineeringdoesnotconfirmcompliancewithnationaltrafficlawsortheseregulationsshouldany subsequentinspectionfindotherwise.14.3 Acrewfailingtosuccessfullycompletescrutineeringandsigning-onwillbedeemednon-startersandwillforfeittheirentryandentryfee.14.4 Competitorsmayberequiredtopresenttheircarsforscrutineeringatanytimeduringtheeventuntiltheresultsaredeclaredfinal.

15. DOCUMENTATION & SIGNING-ON15.1 Followingcompletionofscrutineeringbothcrewmembersmustpresenttheirdocumentsandsign-on.Eventdocumentationwillbe issuedatsigning-on.15.2 Latestnewsabouttheeventandexamplesofallofficialsignsandboardswillbeondisplayatsigning-on.15.3 Therewillbeacompetitors’briefingonSunday10thNovemberatatimeandplacetobenotified.Allcompetitorsmustattendthis briefing.

16. STARTING ORDER16.1 ThestartingorderforeachdaywillbedeterminedbytheClerkoftheCourseanddisplayedontheofficialnoticeboard.16.2 ThestartingintervalbetweencarswillbeoneminuteunlessadvisedotherwisebytheClerkoftheCourse.16.3 CompetitionnumberswillbeallocatedattheOrganisers’discretion.

17. ASSISTANCE17.1 Competitorsshouldbeself-sufficientandable,whereverpossible,tomaintainandrepairtheirowncars.TheOrganiserswillarrangefor officialassistancecrewstofollowtheroutewithinstructionstoassistwithemergencyroadsiderepairs.Theofficialassistancecrewswill notbeexpectedtoprovideatowingserviceortoworklatehoursattheendoftheday.Allrepairscarriedoutbythemareentirelyatthe riskofthecompetitorwho,havingacceptedthisassistancecannotmakeanyclaimregardingthequalityoftherepairsorforany consequencesresultingdirectlyorindirectlyfromanysuchrepairs.17.2 Pre-arrangedoutsideassistanceisprohibited(seealsoArticle17.4).Anynon-competingvehicleaccompanyingacompetingcar,orseen onanypartoftheofficialrallyrouteeachday,willberegardedasprovidingoutsideassistance,whetherornotitisactuallyassistinga competingcar.17.3 Thetowingofonecompetingcarbyanotherorbybreakdownservicesispermittedonlyforareasonabledistancetoaplaceatwhich assistancemaybeobtained.TheClerkoftheCoursewillbethearbiterofwhatisareasonabledistance.Towingortransportofa competingcarinthevicinityofarallycontrolpointwillbepenalisedasifthecompetitorhadnotvisitedthecontrol.Competingcarsmust becapableofbeingdriventhroughacontrolinordertobedeemedtohavevisitedthatcontrol.Carscapableofbeingdrivenmustnotbe towedortransportedbyanyvehicleatanytimeduringtheevent.17.4 CompetitorsintendingtoarrangethecommercialdeliveryofsparepartsontheeventmustconsulttheClerkoftheCourseinadvance.

18. CONTROLS & SECTIONS18.1 Therewillbevarioustypesofrallycontrolsandcheckpointsandcompetitorswillreceiveinformationanddocumentationtoenablethem tolocatethese,tovisittheminthecorrectorderandtocompletetheroutecorrectly.Competitors’check-intimeswillberecordedon theirtimecardsandpenaltieswillbeappliedforvariancefromtheeventrequirements.

18.2 SUMMARY OF CONTROLS Main Time Control (MTC):atimedcontrolatthestartandfinishofeachdaywithtimingtothepreviousfullminute. Time Control (TC): atimedcontrolatintervalsalongtheroutewithtimingtothepreviousfullminute. Passage Control (PC):anuntimedcontroltocheckadherencetothecorrectroute. Route Check (RC):anuntimedunmannedcontrolwherecompetitorsmustrecordinformationtoverifytheiradherencetotherallyroute. Secret Check (SC):acontrolatanundisclosedlocationtocheckadherencetothecorrectrouteortoobservedrivingbehaviour. Regularity Section (RS & TP):asectionthroughoutwhichconstantaveragespeed(s)mustbemaintainedinordertocheck-intooneor moretimingpointsatthecorrecttime.Thelocationofsuchtimingpointswillnotbedisclosedintherouteinstructions.Timingata regularitystartisonawholeminuteorahalfminute.Timingatatimingpointwillbetothepreviousfullsecondatthetimethecarstops atthetimingpoint.

TIME CONTROLS (MTC, TC)18.3 Timecontrolswillbelocatedbytheroadsideorinsidebuildingssuchascafesorhotels,theirlocationsbeingclearlyidentifiedbya prominentflagorcontrolboardplacedbyaneventofficial.18.4 Timecontrolswillopenatleast15minutesbeforetheduetimeofthefirstcarandclose30minutesaftertheduetimeofthelastcar. Penaltieswillbeappliedfortakingmoreorlessthanthetimeallowedbetweencontrols.18.5 Competitorswillbepenalisedformissingacontrol,checkinginearlyorlateatacontrol,approachingfromthewrongdirection,visiting controlsoutofsequenceormorethanonce,ornotcomplyingwiththeinstructionsofaneventofficialinchargeofacontrolpoint.

PASSAGE CONTROLS (PC), SECRET CHECKS (SC), ROUTE CHECKS (RC)18.6 Atamannedpassagecontrolorasecretcheckthecontrolofficialwillstamporsignthecompetitor’stimecard.Atanunmannedpassage controlorroutecheckcompetitorswillberequiredtowriteontheirtimecardtherequestedinformationthatwillbeclearlyvisibleat thatlocation.Crewsfailingtocollectastamp,asignatureornotrecordingthecorrectinformationwillbedeemedtohavemissedthe controlorcheckandwillbepenalisedaccordingly.

REGULARITY SECTIONS (RS & TP)18.7 Regularitysectionswillbeheldonroadsopentonormaltraffic.Theregularitystartandregularitytimingpoint(s)willbeincludedwithina liaisonsectionbetweentwotimecontrols.18.8 Unlikemainandothertimecontrolsthereisnoscheduledcheck-intimeforaregularitysection.Competitorswillstartatoneminuteor 30secondintervals.Foraself-startregularity,competitorsmuststartthesectionwhileitisopen,asshownonthetimecard,andthey mustwritedowntheiractualstarttime,in ink,ontheirtimecardas(orbefore)theystartthesection.Regularitieswillbetimedtothe second. 18.9 Competitorswillbeissuedwithtimeanddistanceinformationtoenablethemtomaintainascloselyaspossiblethespecifiedaverage speed(s)throughoutthesection.Suchspeedswillnotexceed80km/h.18.10 Regularitytimingpoints(TP)willbelocatedatundisclosedintermediatelocationsonregularitysectionsandthetimeofreportingwillbe theexacttime,tothesecond,ofstoppingatthecontrolpoint.18.11 Timingwillbebetweenconsecutivetimingpoints,iefromtheStartControl(RS)tothefirsttimingpoint(TP)andthen,ifpresent, separatelytothenexttimingpoints(s)andthenseparatelytothefinaltimingpoint.Penaltieswillbeappliedattherateofonesecondfor eachsecondbeforeoraftertheidealtime,uptoamaximumof60secondsatanyonetimingpointvisited.18.12 Competitorswillbepenalisedformissingaregularitysection,missingapassagecontrolwithinthesection,ormissingorstoppingwithin sightofatimingpoint.

19. TIMING & TIME CARDS19.1 TheScheduledTimingsystemwillbeusedforroadsectionscomprisingtheoverallrallyroute,withinwhichdifferenttimingsystemsmay beusedforregularitysections.19.2 TheScheduledTimeisthetimeofdayatwhichacompetitorisrequiredtocheck-inateachtimedcontrol(MTC,TC).Itiscalculatedby addingthecompetitor’sstartingpositioneachdaytotheStandardTimeshownonthetimecard.Forexample,iftheStandardTimeat MTC1foranotionalCar0is0800hours,thenthecompetitorwhoissixthonthestartlistwillhaveaScheduledTimeof0806hours.19.3 Competitorswillbedueatmainandothertimecontrolsataspecifictime(ScheduledTime)butmayreporttoregularitysectionsatany timewhiletheregularitystartcontrolisopen.19.4 Officialclockswillbeusedatallcontrolswheretimesarerecorded.Atmainandothertimecontrolstheywillrecordthepreviouswhole minute(ie11:44:56secondswillberecordedas11:44:00).Atregularitytimingpointsandtestsectionfinishcontrolstheywillrecordthe previouswholesecond(ie11:44:56.8secondswillberecordedas11:44:56).19.5 Acrewmayarriveearlyatatimecontrolbutshouldonlygivetheirtimecardtothecontrolmarshalattheircheck-intime,unlessearly check-inisspecificallyallowed.Thecontrolmarshalwillenterthetimeatwhichthecardishandedtothem.19.6 Earlyarrivalmaybeallowedatsometimecontrolswithoutpenalty.Atthemaintimecontrolattheendofadaytherewillbe30minutes penalty-freelateness(PFL)andnopenaltyforearlyarrival.19.7 Competitorschecking-inearlyatothertimecontrols(MTC,TC)willbepenalisedtwominutesperminuteearly,andiftheyareearlyagain atsubsequenttimecontrolstheywillbepenalisedagain.Competitorswhothentakelongerthanthetimeallowedtothenextcontroland therebygetbacktotheirScheduledTimewillnotbepenalised.19.8 Competitorschecking-inlateatatimecontrol(MTC,TC)willbepenalisedoneminuteperminute,butmaybethesameamountlateat thatday’ssubsequenttimecontrolswithoutfurtherpenalty(PFL)providingtheyarewithinthemaximumpermittedlateness(MPL).19.9 Themaximumpermittedlateness(MPL)willbe15minutesattheMTCatthestartofeachday,30minutesataTC,and60minutesatthe MTCattheendofeachday.Acrewreportingtoanyofthesecontrolsoutsidethesetimeswillbedeemedtohavemissedthecontroland willbepenalisedaccordingly.TheClerkoftheCoursemaymodifytheMPLatanycontrol.19.10 Competingcarsmustbecapableofbeingdriventhroughacontrollocationinordertorecordatimeatthatcontrol.

TIME CARDS19.11 EachcrewwillbeissuedwithasetoftimecardsshowingtheStandardTimefortimecontrols(MTC,TC)andaguidetothenotional StandardTime,inbrackets,forregularitysections(RS).FromthisinformationcompetitorscancalculatetheirownScheduledTime,based ontheirpositioninthatday’sstartingorder.19.12 Competitorsareresponsibleforpresentingtheirtimecardsatthecorrecttimeforcompletionbyeventofficialsatcontrolpoints,andfor ensuringthatthecardsarestamped,chippedorsignedandthetimesarerecordedaccurately.Thetimerecordedwillbethetimeat whichthetimecardispersonallyhandedtotheofficial.19.13 Competitorsdelayedformorethanfiveminutesbyofficialsataregularitystartcontrolmayrequesttohavetheirarrivaltimerecorded ontheirtimecardbytheofficialinchargeofthecontrol.ADelayAllowancewillbegivenforanydifferenceinexcessoffiveminutes betweenarrivalandactualstarttime.Atthefollowingtimecontrolcompetitorsmaybelatewithoutpenaltytotheextentoftheirdelay allowance.Alldelayallowanceswillbecancelledatthenextmaintimecontrol(MTC)andnoretrospectiveclaimswillbeallowed.19.14 Lossofthetimecardoranyalterationoramendmenttothecardwillbepenalised‘uptoandincludingexclusion’,unlessthealterationor amendmenthasbeenapprovedandauthenticatedbyaneventofficial.

20. PENALTIES20.1 Overallpenaltieswillbeexpressedinhours,minutesandseconds.Themaximumpenaltyacompetitorcanincuronasingledayis12 hours.

Start refused, Car re-classified, Exclusion Articles7.11-7.8- Non-compliancewithEntryrequirements Articles8.1-8.4-Non-compliancewithCarEligibilityrequirements Articles9.1-9.5-Non-compliancewithTechnicalrequirements Articles14.1-14.4-Non-compliancewithScrutineeringrequirements From 5 minutes up to and including Exclusion (asdefinedinArticle10.3) Articles11.1-11.2-Non-compliancewithCompetitorObligations

Article11.6-Non-compliancewithinstructionsofanEventOfficial Articles12.1-12.2-Non-compliancewithIdentification&Advertisingregulations Articles14.1-14.4 -Non-compliancewithScrutineeringrequirements Articles17.1-17.4-Non-compliancewithAssistanceregulations Article19.14-LossorunauthorisedalterationofTimeCard

Control Time Penalties Article17.3-Transportingortowingacarcapableofbeingdriven 12hours Article18.5-Checking-intoaTCoutofsequence,intthewrongdirection,ormorethanonce 15minutes Article18.6-Failuretocheck-inorwrongdirectionatapassagecontrol(PC)orsecretcheck(SC) 15minutes Article18.6-Failuretorecordthecorrectinformationataroutecheck(RC) 5minutes Article19.7-Earlycheck-inatamaintimecontrol(MTC)ortimecontrol(TC) 2minutesperminute Article19.8-Latecheck-inatamaintimecontrol(MTC)ortimecontrol(TC) 1minuteperminute Article19.9-Failuretocheck-intoastartofthedaymaintimecontrol(MTC)withinMPL 12hours Article19.9-Failuretocheck-intoanendofthedaymaintimecontrol(MTC)withinMPL 60minutes Article19.9-Failuretocheck-inatatimecontrol(TC)withinMPL 30minutes Regularity Time Penalties Article18.10-Eachsecondbeforeoraftertheidealtimeatatimingpoint, toamaximumof60secondsatanytimingpointvisited 1second Article18.11-Failuretocheck-intoorstartaregularitystart(RS) 10minutes Article18.11-Failuretocheck-intoaregularitytimingpoint(TP) 2minutes Article18.11-Failuretocheck-intoapassagecontrol(PC)ona regularity-maximumpenaltyatthenextTP 2minutes Article18.11-Stoppinginsightofaregularitytimingpoint(TP) 2minutes Article18.11-Maximumpenaltyonaregularitysection,ifattempted 10minutes

IV CLASSIFICATION & AWARDS

21. RESULTS21.1 Theoverall,categoryandclasswinnerswillbedeterminedbyaddingtogetherallthepenaltiesincurredduringtheevent,thewinners beingthosewiththelowestpenalties.21.2 Theteamawardswillbebasedontheaggregateresultsoftheteamcars,allofwhommustbeclassifiedasfinishers.21.3 Tieswillbedecidedbygivingpreferencetotheoldercar(takingintoaccountthemodel’sinitialproductiondate)andthenthetotal penaltiesonthetestsections21.4 Finishers’awardswillbepresentedtoallcrewswhoreportwithinmaximumpermittedlatenesstothemaintimecontrolatthestartof eachdayandtothecontrolattherallyfinish,withouthavingincurredapenaltyofexclusion.21.5 Adailyresultsclassification(overall,category&class)willbepostedatRallyHQassoonaspossibleattheendofeachday.

22. QUERIES AND PROTESTS22.1 Crewsshouldchecktheirpenaltiespromptlyandifnecessarysubmitanyqueriesonanofficialqueryformtoanofficial.Queriesrelating topenaltiesincurredonanydaymustbesubmittedbeforetheclosingtimeoftheMTCattheendofthefollowingday.Queriessubmitted afterthistimewillnotbeconsidered.22.2 Onpublicationoftheprovisionalresultsattheendoftheevent,aperiodof30minuteswillbeallowedforqueries.Onlyqueries submittedbeforetheendofthisperiodandrelatingtopenaltiesincurredduringthefinaldayoftheeventwillbeconsidered.No considerationwillbegiventoadditionalunrelatedqueriessubmittedafterthe30minutequeryperiod.Afurther30minuteperiodmay beallocatedduringwhichtheOrganisersmayadjustandre-publishtheresultsinthelightofanyqueriesproperlysubmitted.Duringthis periodnofurtherqueriesorprotestswillbeaccepted.Oncetheamendedresultshavebeenpublishedafurther30minuteperiodwillbe allowedforprotests.Afterthistheresultswillbedeclaredfinal.Crewsmustnotremovetheircarsfromthefinishareauntilauthorisedto dosobytheClerkoftheCourse.Crewswhoremovetheircarswithoutauthorisationwillforfeittherighttoanyaward.22.3 AnyprotestsmustbesubmittedinwritingandhandedtotheClerkoftheCourse,togetherwiththesumof£1000,beforetheresultsare declaredfinal.Thissumwillbereturnediftheprotestisupheld.Iftheprotestrequiresthedismantlingandre-assemblyofanypartofa car,theclaimantmustpayanadditionaldepositof£1000.TheRallyStewardwillconsideranyprotestandadjudicateasappropriate.

23. AWARDS23.1 Awardswillbepresentedasfollows: 1st,2nd,3rdoverallineachcategory-Pioneer,Vintage,Classic ClassAwards-1st,2nd,3rd Team Award SpiritoftheRallyAward AgainstAllOddsAward Finishers’Awards

23.2 Crewswinninganoverallorcategoryawardcannotalsowintheclassaward,whichpassestothenexthighestplacedfinisherinthatclass.23.3 Thenumberofcategoryandclassawardsmaybereduceddependingonthenumberofentriesreceived.Additionalawardsmaybe presentedattheOrganisers’discretion.23.4 Allcompetitorsareinvitedtotheprizegivingbutthosenotattendingwillforfeittheirawards,whichwillnotbereassigned.Thetimeand placeoftheprizegivingwillbenotifiedinanofficialbulletin.

These provisional regulations, published on 31st August 2017, are subject to revision or amendment by official bulletin.

FLIGHT OF THE CONDOR 2019 - YOUR QUESTIONS ANSWEREDWho can take part?The Flight of the Condor is designed to suit complete novices as well as experienced rally crews. The route will be set out in a detailed roadbook containing distances in kilometres and miles, written instructions and tulip diagrams; there will be no night driving or trick navigation. We offer assistance with event and car preparation, rally timing and navigation, and hold a special briefing for novices before the start; you will also find lots of advice on the www.rallyround.co.uk website. Do please note that we will be reaching altitudes of more than 4,000 metres, so you should prepare yourself and your car accordingly.

Do I need a competition licence?An International Driving Permit is required for Colombia, Ecuador and Peru. However you do not need competition licences, helmets or fireproof overalls. This is not a speed event but a road rally, operating within normal traffic rules. The competition will be based on regularity (time-speed-distance) tests, requiring adherence to a safe average speed (explained in the advice pages of our website, and in the event regulations). With relaxed schedules and numerous rest days you will have plenty of time to socialise with your fellow participants and enjoy the stunning scenery and other attractions en route.

What if I don’t want to compete, and prefer to drive for fun?No problem. Enter the Touring Category and you may travel at your own pace within the overall daily schedule. Our events are highly sociable and you will be as much a rally participant as everyone else, enjoying the same excursions, dining and sleeping in the same hotels, standing your round at the bar and swapping stories until the early hours!

What sort of car do I need? Any vintage or classic car of a type in production before 1977 is eligible. Later model variants and modifications might be acceptable depending on specification; please contact the Rally Office for advice. If you service and prepare your car properly, uprate its suspension and fit a sump shield for protection, it should be able to cope. We also recommend roll-over protection and safety harnesses (required in the classic category - see Article 9.1 of the regulations). Your car must be fitted with a tripmeter (average-speed displays are not permitted, or must be disabled) and we will fit a GPS device to every car so that we can track your position. You will also need to carry a few items specified in the regulations, such as a first-aid kit; comprehensive advice on car preparation and equipment may be found on our website.

What about fuel availability?There is no shortage of fuel on the route, but you need a range of at least 400km (250 miles). You should also carry a filter to remove water and dirt from potentially contaminated fuel (see the advice pages of our website). Our recce team will bring you more information in due course.

What will the weather and road conditions be like?The weather is unpredictable in this region and our route encompasses a very wide variety of terrain, from the Pacific coast to high mountains. We will be travelling at the start of the summer, before the rainy season, so you may expect pleasantly warm conditions at sea level. However, it will be cold at altitude. The Amazonian rainforest is always humid and temperatures here range from 32-35C (90-95F) during the day, falling to 20C (68F) at night. The roads we use are generally good asphalt and there will be some smooth gravel; there will be no car-breaking sections.

Do I need to arrange insurance?Personal travel/accident insurance is compulsory and third party cover will be included in the entry fee. We are an Introducer Appointed Representative of Tyser & Co Ltd (Tysers), an Insurance Intermediary authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (registration number 308648) and we are confident that they will be able to make any insurance arrangements you may require, including comprehensive cover. An application form will be sent to you upon receipt of your deposit or entry fee; having received the completed form, Tysers will issue quotations for Motor, Transit & Travel insurance. You are free to arrange alternative cover if you wish.

What about visas and a carnet de passage?Visa requirements vary according to nationality - go to www.travcour.com to check whether you need visas in any of the countries en route. Carnets de passage (permitting the temporary import and export of your car) will be arranged on your behalf if you use CARS EUROPE forshipping. The carnet fee is based on the estimated value of your car; the lower your estimate, the lower the fee.

What support services are provided?Rally Round prides itself on first-class customer care and we will do our utmost to assist you at all times. We have our own mobile medical unit, carrying comprehensive supplies and driven by our fully qualified and highly experienced Rally Doctor, who will run a surgery every evening in the hotel. We also have our own team of skilled mechanics and mobile workshops, well equipped to keep you on the road or tow you to a garage or place of safety if your car is beyond immediate repair. You will also find your fellow competitors more than willing to help. Nevertheless we expect you to be reasonably self-reliant and at least capable of routine maintenance and changing tyres, oil and fuel filters without assistance. Our experienced marshals are always happy to explain the intricacies of rally timing and navigation, results and penalties.

How much money should I carry?Hotel accommodation, breakfast and evening meals (except on rest days) are included in the entry fee, as are many lunches. However, we cannot supply free alcohol, so you should bring money for drinks. Cash is useful for swift hotel checkouts and fuel stops, tips, snacks, souvenirs and so on, and we suggest you keep an emergency cash reserve for any roadside assistance that might conceivably be needed.

Anything else I need to know?Novices in particular are encouraged to read the advice section of the www.rallyround.co.uk website, and to raise any questions with the Rally Round office. We will send you frequent updates in the run-up to the rally, providing specific recommendations and anything else you need to know in order to prepare for a wonderful adventure. Rally Round Director Liz Wenman, Event Co-ordinator Heidi Winterbourne and Route Designer/Clerk of the Course Kim Bannister have between them organised and run numerous, highly successful rallies worldwide, including events in South America; drawing on this vast experience, they will ensure that Flight of the Condor 2019 is an exciting and enjoyable experience for all. If you have any other questions, please email info@rallyround.co.uk or telephone +44 (0)1252 794100. We’re here to help!

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S U P P O R T E D B Y

“What a trip! Once again you and your fabulous team excelled with ridiculous attention to detail to create a superb experience for us all. Thank you!”

Paddy Walker, Hugh Dennis, Scott Greenhalgh & Richard Cunningham,The Samurai Challenge 2016