Speed enthusiasts will now have the option of enjoying a bird's eye view at the Buddh International Circuit (BIC) in Greater Noida when the Formula 1 track hosts an open track day on Sunday, allowing general motorists to drive on the track. This chance has been made available following the launch of open track day in April last year. Interestingly, Buddh International Circuit has maintained the top international standards and is ideally meant for running super cars or high end cars.
BIC will also be offering Taxi rides to the public by certified circuit drivers in the Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG for Rs 7,500 per person and in the Mercedes-Benz C, E and M Class for Rs 1,500 per person.
As per track day norms, each car or motorcycle will be assessed by track officials to determine if the vehicle is track worthy or not in terms of mechanical and electronic condition.
The range of the packages available starts from a 3-lap taxi ride with a professional racer and goes up to self drive for one hour. There are four packages on offer, 3-lap taxi ride at Rs. 4500, five-lap self drive at Rs. 5000, 30 minutes self drive at Rs. 10000 and one hour self drive at Rs. 15000. People availing this service will be given the option of getting dressed as a professional racer for a complete racing experience. Also, a set of technical instructions will be given to customers before they actually hit the circuit.
Apart from car, they are also offering a hot air balloon ride:
Hot air balloon flights will be available to visitors at a price of Rs.4,500 for one person, Rs.4,000 each for a couple and Rs.3,750 per person for a group of three or more.
The open track day at BIC will give speed fanatics a chance to test their driving skills. The event will be open to all categories of bike and car owners and the only criteria to reserve a seat is to have a valid driving licence.
The registration fee for an hour's session in a car will be Rs.4,000 and for bike Rs.3,000. On availing three sessions, the fourth one will be complimentary.
Fans can also enjoy taxi rides in Mercedes SLS (twin-seater) and Mercedes C, E and ML Class from certified circuit drivers at a cost of Rs.7,500 and Rs.1,500 per person, respectively.
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