"ONCE IN A LIFETIME"
"Well worth the trip. It was beautiful, and fun, and exhilerating. All of the turns and the accelerations. It was once in a lifetime. It's amazing."
A LUXURY ROAD & TRACK DRIVING EXPERIENCE
Open Road: Illinois was created for drivers who crave more than a scenic drive. It is a luxury driving experience designed to immerse you in the thrill of Northern Illinois and Wisconsin's most breathtaking backroads from the driver’s seat of your own car.
Every route is meticulously scouted to deliver the perfect balance of exhilarating driving roads and unforgettable scenery, while each thoughtfully chosen stop invites you to pause, take in the landscape, and capture the moment through curated photo opportunities and activities.
Driver registration is $4,000, with a passenger add-on for $800.
Registration & Welcome Brunch | Autobahn Country Club
Guests arrive at Autobahn Country Club for private check-in, a welcome brunch, and an opening briefing before the group departs for the first leg of the rally.
Departure | IL-64 West
The route heads west on IL-64, bypassing the interstate in favor of a more open and deliberate drive through northern Illinois farmland. Long sight lines, lighter traffic, and a changing landscape set the tone for the day.
Lunch
Lunch is scheduled along the route, offering a well-timed stop before the drive continues toward the river towns and bluffs farther west.
Black Hawk Overlook | Oregon, IL
A stop in Oregon, Illinois, brings the group to one of the area’s best-known overlooks above the Rock River. It is a brief but worthwhile pause with a strong view across the surrounding landscape.
Hotel Arrival | Eagle Ridge
By late afternoon, guests arrive at the hotel with time to check in, reset, and refresh before the evening’s activities.
Welcome Dinner | Woodlands Restaurant
The evening begins with a private dinner, bringing the group together for the first formal dinner of the experience.
Departure | Galena
The day begins with a morning departure from Galena as the route crosses into Wisconsin and moves deeper into the Driftless Region, known for its steep, rugged terrain, deep river valleys, and forested ridges.
Balltown Overlook
A stop at Balltown Overlook gives the group a clear vantage point above the Mississippi River before continuing along the day’s route.
Great River Road & WI-133
From there, the drive follows the river corridor through bluff country and small river towns, continuing along one of the most distinctive road networks in the Upper Midwest.
Lunch
Lunch is scheduled at a planned stop along the route before the afternoon drive resumes.
Afternoon | Driftless Continuation
The afternoon route continues through the Driftless, covering a more technical stretch of the region before the group returns south.
Return to Hotel | Eagle Ridge
Guests return in the evening to reset before dinner.
Dinner | Timmermans Supper Club
Dinner is scheduled for the evening to close out the day’s drive.
The River Drive | Highway 84 South
The final morning begins on Highway 84, following the Great River Road south with the Mississippi River on one side and the bluffs on the other. It is a composed final road section before returning to the track.
Farewell Paddock Lunch | Autobahn Country Club
Back at Autobahn Country Club, the group gathers for a private catered lunch and a final opportunity to reflect on the experience.
Track Sessions | Autobahn Country Club
The rally concludes with two dedicated track sessions at Autobahn Country Club, shifting the experience from open-road driving to a racetrack environment for the final chapter of the trip.
Day One — The Western Run
Day Two - The Driftless Loop
Day Three — The Grand Finale
Autobahn Country Club
Eagle Ridge
We currently offer expeditions through some of the best driving roads in the country, including:
Dates and availability vary depending on the location.
Our previous Open Road program took enthusiasts on one-day expeditions that ranged from 1 to 8 hours of driving to enjoy the essence of the supercar lifestyle, discover breathtaking scenic views and share a bucket-list experience with a passenger.
If you loved Open Road before, this is the next level. This expanded expedition takes everything that made the original unforgettable and elevates it with days of breathtaking driving routes, a dedicated track day at professional circuits, upgraded accommodations, and a more immersive multi-day journey. It’s the evolution of Open Road: bigger, longer, and even more exhilarating.