Groups that stay in France will be located in the surrounding suburbs of Paris
- Capital and most visitied City in the World
- Host of cultural excursions
- Close proximity to UK and range of transport options
A hockey tour to France offers competitive games with seasons similar to that of the UK and varying standards of ability. Easily accessible via coach and the English channel ferries or flights from regional airports, a rugby tour to France can provide a touring experience at one of the most cultural diverse and most visited Cities in the World
Our European hockey tours to France offer:
- Friendly games v local French opposition
- Self-led training at local facility or training sessions by French coaches
- Combination of social activities and tourist attractions
- Resorts
- Accommodation
- Excursions
- Itinerary
France is only a ferry crossing and short drive from the UK. With a wide selection of cultural excursions, French cuisine, history, and leisure activities, France has proven over the years to be a popular European destinations for a sports tours.
France has a variety of accommodation, providing a range of options from hostels to sports schools to 3/4* hotels with choice of meal plans to suit individual itinerary and budget. Please find some of our example accommodation below:
APPART HOTEL LE PORT-MARLY - Le Port-Marly
- Quiet are on the banks of the river Seine
- Easy access to central Paris only 20 mins away
- At the heart of preserved natural setting
To enhance your tour experience a number of excursions and activities can be added to your itinerary:
The Eiffel Tower is the most visited paid-monument in the World as well as one of the most recognisable landmarks. The Eiffel Tower is the iconic symbol of Paris and once your group are through security and have accessed the elevators you are free to explore the tower as you wish. Your visit includes access to all three levels including the summit at a dizzying height of 276metres!
Located 20 miles east of Paris Disneyland complex is made up of two theme parks - Disneyland Park and Walt Disney Studios along with several hotels, golf course, shopping dining and entertainment complex. Disneyland Park is set across 5 magical lands and home to Disney heroes and heroines old and new, bringing to life classic Disney characters with rollercoaster thrills, friendly fun and spectacular parades and firework displays. Explore the world of Disney film and animation in Walt Disney Studios. This complex of 5 zones takes you into the heart of Disney where you'll see how the characters are brought to life on screen. From live shows featuring hair-raising stunts to thrill seeking rides.
The Stade de France is the national stadium of France and used by both the France national football team and the French Rugby Union team. The stadium played host to the FIFA World Cup final in 1998 and the 2000 and 2006 Champions League finals and will again be the centre piece for the Euro 2016 championships. Guided stadium tours include visits to the VIP stands, changing rooms, players’ tunnel, and a museum that is dedicated to the construction of the stadium and the events that have been held over the years.
We can offer tailor made tours to suit your specific group requirements, additional training sessions and friendly fixtures v local opposition can be arranged. Please find below an example itinerary:
DAY 1.
Meet at school to load coach
Depart school by executive coach and transfer to Dover for ferry crossing
Arrive at Calais and transfer to accommodation in Paris
Evening meal at local restaurant
DAY 2.
Breakfast at accommodation
Training session #1 at local French facility
Transfer to Paris for Stade de France stadium tour
Fixtures #1 v local French opposition
Evening meal at local restaurant
DAY 3.
Breakfast at accommodation
Transfer to Disneyland Paris Theme Park for day at leisure
Lunch at theme park
Evening meal at local restaurant
Opportunity to watch professional match fixture
DAY 4.
Breakfast at accommodation
Training session #2 at local French facility
Sightseeing opportunity in Paris ie. Eiffel Tower
Fixtures #2 v local French opposition
Evening meal at local restaurant
Optional evening activity ie. Ten pin bowling
DAY 5.
Breakfast at accommodation
River Seine sightseeing excursion
Transfer to Calais for ferry crossing
Arrive at Dover and transfer back to school
Tour ends
Please note this is an example itinerary. Tailor made schedules can be arranged to suit specific group requirements where possible.