Well-heeled tourists in the UAE wishing to drive their own Bentleys or Bugattis while on holiday in Europe this summer can now do so with ease if they choose to fly with Etihad Airways.

First or business class passengers can fly their favourite car as cargo, with the airline also arranging hotel accommodation and having the car delivered straight to their doorstep. 

The service is being offered by Etihad Cargo, the freight division of Etihad Airways, with premium passengers getting up to 20 per cent off air cargo rates and their seat. 

The offer is available from Abu Dhabi to European destinations including Amsterdam, Berlin, Dusseldorf, Frankfurt, Geneva, London, Manchester, Milan, Munich, Paris and Zurich.

David Kerr, Senior Vice President of Etihad Cargo, said: “Through our use of a mixed fleet of aircraft, we have a range of options that enable us to transport cars in the hold including some of the new additions to our fleet such as the Airbus 380s. 

“We have several years of experience in transporting vehicles for manufacturers to luxury car markets around the world and will aim to provide a first class service for those clients who are looking to take their vehicles with them to Europe during the summer.” 

With upgrades and expansions having been made to the passenger fleet, it is possible to move vehicles in the bellyhold of Etihad’s aircraft such as the Airbus 380. This also provides guests with access to The Residence, the world’s first three-room private suite on a commercial aircraft, which is served by a personal butler. 

For cities such as Dusseldorf and Zurich, guests are able to experience the Etihad Airways Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft, which also features the airline’s highly acclaimed next-generation interiors with Business Studios and Economy Smart Seats. 

Drivers can call Etihad to book their car and flight package together and a customer agent will collect the car and handle all flight details as well as offer an array of services; from door to door delivery to export, custom clearance and hotel accommodation. 

The offer is runs from now until the September 30, 2016.