Football tours to France

Our football tours to France explore a multitude of enriching destinations, experience professional coaching at a Ligue 1 club, build team-skills and embrace the famed French culture.

Hosts of the recent Olympic Games, France demonstrated its geographical width to fans travelling to the showpiece tournament. The country has it all: iconic landmarks in classic cities, rugged mountains and beautiful coastlines for sun and beach breaks.

Popular cities in the north include Lille, Paris and Nantes – all available via bus, ferry and train from a UK departure point. Bordeaux, Biarritz and Bayonne flank the south-western coast whilst Lyon, Marseille, Nice, Perpignan and Toulon attract teams to the Alps and Cote d’Azur regions.

When to visit France? Football tours to France are available August - May.

Football tours to Belgium

Belgium presents an ideal and affordable destination for school and club football tours, boasting a rich sporting heritage and modern facilities. The national team’s recent top 5 status in FIFA’s official rankings fully justifies recognition as a leading football state.

The country's compact size allows for easy travel between cities, offering diverse sporting opportunities in every region. Popular cities in the north include Antwerp, Ghent, Brussels and Bruges – all available via bus, ferry and train from a UK departure point.

A football tour to Belgium offers both sporting excellence and cultural immersion, making it an ideal choice for school and club groups alike. Many football tournaments take place each year across popular holiday periods, allowing your team to compete against international opposition in a group-stage format.

Additionally, cultural immersion opportunities abound, with historical sites, delicious cuisine, and welcoming locals enhancing the overall educational experience.

When to visit Belgium? Football tours to Belgium are available September - May.

Football tours to Netherlands

Our football tours to the Netherlands are hosted in a variety of locations including Amsterdam, Rotterdam or Eindhoven, dispersed across the country giving scope to have a one destination tournament or travel to each for a multi-destination tour

Think Dutch football, think Cryuff, Gullit, Rijkaard and the FC Ajax stable that produces so much talent. Every town and city offer a plethora of club sides ready and waiting to show off their superb facilities and wonderful post­game welcome to male and female teams.

The locals’ easy-going nature makes this a pleasurable touring country but don’t be fooled by the relaxed nature as on field Dutch competitiveness is a deep-rooted trait that guarantees a tough game at all levels.

Pro coaching experiences are available upon request at FC Ajax and PSV Eindhoven on our school football tours to the Netherlands.

When to visit Netherlands? Football tours to Netherlands are available October - June, including the Christmas, February, Easter and May half terms. Tournaments are very popular at junior and youth level across school holiday periods.

Football tours to Spain

Spain and football are synonymous. The recent and historical dominance of Real Madrid in Europe, combined with the mastery of the game by Barcelona and the national team, define a country steeped in tradition.

It wasn’t always this way. Spain’s move towards the technical style they are now renowned for began with a certain Johan Cruyff and his ‘total football’ at Barcelona in the late 80’s. The early 1990’s began a complete overhaul in the way players were trained, the effects of which are still being felt today

With great beaches, sun and live sport in abundance, the answer is simple. From the picturesque settings of Eibar’s facilities in the mountains to the elite standards set by the Bilbao academy, you can have top level coaching without breaking the bank.

This opens touring up to club teams, schools, universities and professional academies alike. Consider destinations such as Lloret de Mar, Barcelona. Valencia, Malaga, Madrid, San Sebastian and Bilbao for your next football tour to Spain.

When to visit Spain? Football tours to Spain are available August - May, ideal for October, February, Easter and May half terms.

Football tours to Sweden

It’s easy to get lost in the stats when you think about the Gothia Cup. Numbers like 1700 teams, from 80 nations playing 4500 games across 110 fields. Then there’s the 2500 volunteers who help make it possible or the fact that to date, over 1 million players from 146 countries have taken part.

But the Gothia Cup, at its heart, is about more than just numbers. It’s a chance for teams from across the world to share their sporting passion, culture and explore the beautiful city of Gothenburg.

The famous Opening Ceremony offers a chance for players to fully appreciate the magic of the week as 50,000 people pack into the Ullevi Stadium to witness the players’ entrance, dancing, music and an array of performances.

When to visit Sweden? Football tours to Sweden are available in July

Football tours to Portugal

Our football tours to Portugal are one of our most sought-after European football tour destinations. From the beaches of Lisbon’s Estoril and Cascais resorts, to the classic city of Porto, a football tour to Portugal should be on every player's bucket list.

Located just two hours from most UK airports, Portugal’s home to some incredible players -the famous Mourinho, Santos and Ronaldo, to name but a few. Surprisingly, football here only really began in the late 19th century and the first ever game to be played on mainland Portugal occurred in 1889. Yet as four-time winner of the UEFA Champions League, it’s hard to believe this country is still playing catch-up.

Lisbon is a vibrant city known for its rich history, stunning architecture, and lively cultural scene. Located on the edge of the Atlantic Ocean, it boasts a unique charm with its narrow cobblestone streets, pastel-coloured buildings, and iconic trams that traverse its steep hills.

When to visit Portugal? Football tours to Portugal are available August - May. We recommend the touring periods of October, February, Easter and May.

Football tours to Italy

For years Italy has been known for its tactical discipline, defensive solidity and fierce rivalries. However, the landscape in Italy, and particularly with youth football, is changing.

Whilst Italy is perhaps best known for Inter and AC Milan, Juventus and Napoli, at the other end of Serie A clubs are turning to home grown talent to combat the riches of their illustrious rivals.

In 2014 rules were put in place to curb imports and encourage youth, particularly in the reserve sides of Serie A clubs. These caps have meant a refocusing and a modernising of coaching techniques, techniques that MSG Tours can build into your Football Tour in Italy.

Given Verona’s proximity to some of Italy’s most beautiful spots, it allows for a great mix of activities on your football tour. There’s the option to head into the mountains for altitude training in Brentonico, alternatively Venice is within easy reach as are the perfect blue waters of Lake Garda. You’re also close enough to Venice, Bologna and Milan to view them within a day, making Verona the perfect base for great football mixed with Italian charm.

When to visit Italy? Football tours to Italy are available September - May, most suitable for October, February, Easter and May half terms.

Football tours to Greece

With the history of Athens, the beauty of the Greek countryside and a Mediterranean climate, a football tour to Greece offers a perfect location to mix sport and culture.

Surprise winners of Euro 2004, football is very popular in Greece. The national team’s success came as somewhat of a shock to the footballing world as rank outsiders; however, they have long enjoyed success at youth team level. Olympiacos, Panathinaikos and AEK Athens all boast huge support and have consistently represented the country in European competitions.

Greece's rich history, picturesque landscapes, and passion for sports make it an ideal destination for school and club sports tours. Students can compete close to iconic Olympic venues whilst soaking up the Mediterranean sun.

Beyond sports, Greece offers cultural exploration through visits to ancient ruins, inspiring young athletes to appreciate both physical prowess and historical significance. With warm hospitality, delectable cuisine, and a blend of modern amenities and ancient marvels, Greece promises an immersive and unforgettable sporting experience.

When to visit Greece? Football tours to Greece are available September - May.

Football tours to the USA

Take your team on a football tour to America to experience arguably our most exciting set of itineraries for touring sports groups.

From Florida’s Space Coast to California’s Pacific Coast Highway, everything in between across its 48 contiguous states offers something truly unique. From big city New York to Yosemite National Park, the most iconic sights and highlights of this welcoming country can feature in your tour itinerary.

The US offers many touring options thanks to airlines’ coverage of major airport hubs. As a British Airways Preferred Partner, our tours allow groups to arrive and exit from different cities across the airline’s network, bringing multiple cities together in one travel schedule.

With no shortage of hotel options, excursions and landmarks to tick off, no matter where you go an enthusiastic welcome is guaranteed both on and off the playing field.

It’s surely only a matter of time before a culture that places so much impetus on team sports uses its infrastructure to become world leading in the global game of football. Certainly, for women, there is no other nation that can match the USA’s yield, sitting atop the world rankings and winners of FIFA’s World Cup.

The remarkable growth of the game at youth level shows little sign of slowing according to participation statistics, overtaking the traditional American sports thanks to its popularity amongst both boys and girls.

Our football tours to USA guarantees one thing, and that’s enthusiasm; from your opposition and appreciation for visiting their club or school. Expect to be well received both on and off the pitch as part of an itinerary that fuses sightseeing of iconic cities to incredible destinations.

We recommend:
Easter: California, Florida, Georgia, Tennessee and Texas
May: New York, Illinois, Washington & Tennessee
Summer: Florida and California
October: Florida, New York, Massachusetts and Pennsylvania

Football tours to Canada

Take your team on a football tour to Canada for the ultimate all-round travel experience.

More affordable than the USA and with some of the highest living standards in the world, Canada provides a safe but thrilling adventure for all ages thanks in part to excellent flight links from several UK airports.

With so much to see and do, it’s remiss to limit your time in-country to less than ten days. Competitively priced hotels, affordable attractions and a generous spring and summer climate all combine to enhance the country’s reputation as THE go-to long haul tour for clubs, schools and universities.

Known for its beautiful scenery and bustling cities, Canada is one of the most welcoming and diverse countries in the world. Home to nearly 40 million people and ten provinces, this multicultural environment embraces tourists across its breadth of cities from Halifax in Nova Scotia through to British Columbia’s Vancouver Island.

Despite it not being the most popular supported sport, ‘soccer’ is the most popular activity in terms of participation rate.

The MLS’ recent expansion into Montreal and Vancouver offers three franchise cities alongside FC Toronto, making football tours to Canada the perfect challenge for teams who fancy some new competition.

When to visit Canada? April to October

Football tours to Iceland

Our football tours to Iceland uncover a truly unique destination for your football team to experience as you play matches in and around this breath taking geographical landscape.

The surprise qualifiers of Euro 2016 surely shouldn’t raise too many eyebrows when factoring in the number of leading Icelandic exports that have performed across Europe’s major football leagues.

With generous grass and 4G pitches dotted around this lunar landscape your students will never short of space to kick a ball about on their football tour to Iceland. Football is the country’s most popular sport, proved by the sheer number of boys' and girls’ teams registered amongst the island’s clubs. Games offer tough competition for teams who want to see if the football skills of the Icelandic youth match the ferocity of the Icelandic Viking chant popularized by the 2016 Euros.

Icelandair also offers onward flights to the US and Canada when visiting Reykjavik, thus making Iceland a great city to visit as part of a football tour to North America. The number of exciting excursions on offer also highlight Iceland’s suitability as a touring destination in its own right.

When to visit Iceland? Football tours to Iceland are available August - October & March - June

Football tours to Malta

Our football tours to Malta offer an array of exciting excursions and tournaments to make this the perfect choice for teams seeking a destination with guaranteed sunshine.

The Maltese are superb hosts and welcome teams partaking in football tours to Malta with open arms. The sheer number of 4G and grass pitches on the island demonstrates the country’s passion and enthusiasm for the global game.

We enjoy the post-match reaction of our touring teams after coming through the sternest of tests in the warmer climes. The generous year-round temperatures provide ample opportunities to refine skills most associated with their Mediterranean neighbours. A victory on the field in Malta is a rare occurrence. Why not take the challenge?

When to visit Malta? Football tours to Malta are available at Easter.

Football tours to Gibraltar

Take your team on a football tour to Gibraltar, a popular and vibrant tourist destination at the entrance to the Mediterranean.

MSG’s football tours to Gibraltar offer visiting teams a high standard of play and a variety of rich cultural experiences. Your team will experience a trip that is memorable for far more than the games they play, including high-level games, paddleboarding and enjoying time in nearby Marbella on a day trip.

Groups looking for a football tour will have their expectations surpassed with the sport and culture that this British Overseas Territory offers. From the breath taking views across the Strait to North Africa to the famous Barbary macaques, Gibraltar promises to provide an extraordinary experience.

On the pitch, the football clubs across the peninsula will offer visiting teams a warm welcome on their football tour. With football being ever so present within the sporting makeup of the country, a competitive match will await your group on one of many 4G fields offered at various points around the island. Games can also be tailored with Spanish teams across the border, offering a twin-country experience.

With excellent connections by land, air and sea, it is served by an international airport with regular scheduled flights to and from London and the main cities in Britain. The weather’s always warm and the Rock is bathed in sunshine virtually the whole year round

When to visit Gibraltar? Football tours to Gibraltar are available September - May.

Football tours to Romania

Our football tours to Romania are an exciting option for teams looking to travel within Europe during both spring and summer months.

This unconventional destination choice may not be as well-known as other countries for their international football presence; yet home to some famous players such Gheorghe Hagi, considered one of the best attacking midfielders in Europe during the 1980s and ’90s, and Nicolae Dobrin.

Romania is renowned for its preserved medieval towns, churches and castle. The birthplace of the infamous Dracula legend, the country is steeped in historic culture.

A tour to this destination will exceed all expectations, especially as part of a post or pre-season tour that incorporates the majestic Piatra Craiului and Bucegi mountains near Brasov.

Flights with several carriers from regional UK airports make Bucharest more accessible than ever. Look no further for an all-round European option that offers great weather, competitive rugby and an exciting and affordable itinerary.

When to visit Romania? Football tours to Romania are available autumn, spring & summer months giving plenty of options to plan a trip to this beautiful, football-crazy county.