The Tour D'Elegance

History, horsepower, and heart.

Introducing the Tour d’Elegance - a charity initiative with drive, proudly sponsored by Bayleys.

New for 2026 and kick-starting the Ayrburn Classic programme in style on Friday, 20 February 2026, this parade will see 30+ exceptional classic, collector, and supercars cruise through Arrowtown’s most iconic locations. We’ll roll through the postcard-like Buckingham Street before ascending to the top of Coronet Peak, where sweeping vistas of the Basin await. Then, the tour will glide back towards Ayrburn through the tree-lined lanes of Speargrass Flat.

Not just for car owners to enjoy, you can bid to ride in the passenger seat of one of these extraordinary cars via our online bidding platform, with 100% of proceeds donated to local charities: Arrowtown Volunteer Fire Brigade, Baskets of Blessings, and Street Smart.

From a 2019 Ferrari 488 Spider to a McLaren 620R, the line-up is remarkable - including the 2023 Lamborghini Countach LPI 800-4, with New Zealand racing legend Greg Murphy behind the wheel.

Visit the link to place a bid for yourself, a friend, or a family member - car fanatic or not, this is sure to be the drive of a lifetime, all in the name of supporting our local community.

Event Details

• Where: Ayrburn Precinct, 1 Ayr Avenue, Arrowtown, New Zealand

• Date: Friday 20^th February 2026

• Driver Check-Time: 12-12.30pm

• Passenger Check-In Time: 12.30pm

• Tour Time: 1pm – 3pm (departing & returning to the Precinct) 

• Access: Passenger Parking Onsite (SF1)         

Successful Bidders will be notified with further information when bidding closes on Friday 13th, 5pm. Your winning bid secures the passenger seat for the Ayrburn Classic Tour d’Elegance 2026, along with a professional photo with your chosen car and a participation certificate.