You could consider chartering a coach.

http://www.coach-tours.co.uk/tips.html
http://www.azteccoaches.co.uk/

Just a thought.

Damon,

Count me in for the trip. Let me know when you need the deposit paying up. I will be away from the computer next week, going boarding in Italy.

I think you'll have tyo count me out this year. Not got the cash (due to new bike purchase).

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I would tend towards the driving option too - a few hours ago I was driving through the alps after a fantastic week's boarding . Might be worth considering the potential additional insurance costs if your policy (like mine) does not cover driving abroad plus the possible hassle if the car should break down.

If people need Breakdown cover i can sort some Europeon cover out and will discount it down for people.

No guareentees it will be cheaper than RAC/AA but normally we are.