| Mention France and many North Americans think of the Eiffel Tower, Champs-Elysees and The Louvre. Most North Americans do not realize France is also a world soccer power. France is indeed a country of many faces, and connoisseurs know them all. There is Paris, one of Europe's most exciting capitals; the legendary vineyards of Burgundy; snow-capped Mont Blanc, the highest mountain on the continent, and Cannes, playground of the French Riviera. That's why we don't say that we offer a program in France, but rather a program in Paris or at the Côte d'Azur. And everywhere, of course, there is soccer. |  |
France was one of the four European teams that participated at the inaugural FIFA World Cup soccer tournament in 1930 and are one of eight national soccer teams to have won the competition, which they did in 1998 when they hosted the Cup. France's national soccer team has also won two UEFA European Soccer Championships, winning the first in 1984, led by Ballon d'Or winner Michel Platini, and the most recent in 2000, led by three time FIFA World Player of the Year Zinedine Zidane. France's Women's National Team also made a strong statement recently for its place as a women's soccer power by taking 4th place in the FIFA World Cup in 2011. Quality soccer on both the men's and women's side makes France a great destination for youth, college and adult soccer travel teams!
Paris is more than just a capital; it is truly the social, cultural and sporting center of France. Of course, the FFF (French Soccer Association) has its headquarters here, with its national training center nearby. The city boasts many soccer clubs as well, including the world famous soccer club Paris St. Germain. Paris is filled with historic buildings, grand monuments like the Eiffel Tower, world-famous museums like the Louvre, and wide boulevards, so there is never a shortage of things to do or see in Paris for soccer teams traveling here.
The entire Mediterranean Sea offers spectacular coastal scenery, but perhaps the most magnificent of all is in southeast France. The mountains of the Alps meet the deep blue sea; hence the name "Côte d'Azur". Many jet-setters have residences here, giving it glamour and glitz, European style. But the area is also a hotbed for soccer. As some of the best soccer is played in the cities of Marseille, Cannes and Nice, but nearly every inland village has a club too. Premier International Tours has a 30-year track record in the Côte d'Azur. The special Mediterranean ambiance makes a visit here quite worthwhile for soccer teams to travel to.
France program highlights and sights:
- Play games vs. local French teams
- Sightseeing in Paris including the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre and Champs-Elysees
- Sightseeing in the South of France including Nice, Cannes and Monaco – visit the beautiful beaches of the South of France
- Visit stadiums and/or matches of pro teams like Paris St. Germain
Tour examples
Tour 8701
France/Nice and Spain/Barcelona
Day 1 Departure from the USA or Canada
Day 2 Arrival Nice, transfer to accommodation
Day 3 Tour Nice, evening game
Day 4 Morning optional training, visit Cannes
Day 5 Day trip to Monaco, evening game
Day 6 Transfer to Barcelona
Day 7 Tour the Costa Brava near Barcelona, evening game
Day 8 Morning optional training, visit to the sacred mountain of Montserrat
Day 9 Sightseeing Barcelona including visit to the Nou Camp stadium, evening game
Day 10 Transfer to Barcelona airport, return flight
Participant Prices:
Between US$1800-US$1900 per person March-April departure
Between US$1900-US$2000 per person June-August departure
Between CAD2000-CAD2100 per person March-April departure
Between CAD2100-CAD2200 per person June-August departure
Tour 8702
France/Paris and England/London
Day 1 Departure from the USA or Canada
Day 2 Arrival Paris airport, transfer to accommodation
Day 3 Sightseeing Paris. Evening game
Day 4 Morning optional field available for training, visit Versaille
Day 5 Visit Fontainebleau or more sightseeing in Paris, evening game
Day 6 Transfer to London
Day 7 Sightseeing Hampton Court Palace and Windsor Castle, evening game
Day 8 Morning optional training, sightseeing in London
Day 9 Additional sightseeing London, evening game
Day 10 Transfer to London airport, return flight
Participant Prices:
Between US$1650-US$1750 per person March-April departure
Between US$2000-US$2100 per person June-August departure
Between CAD1800-CAD1900 per person March-April departure
Between CAD2200-CAD2300 per person June-August departure
Tour 8102
Belgium/Brussels – France/Paris
Day 1 Departure from USA or Canada
Day 2 Arrival Brussels, check in accommodation, optional training
Day 3 Sightseeing Brussels. Evening game
Day 4 Morning optional field available for training. Sightseeing Antwerp
Day 5 Sightseeing Hasselt. Evening game
Day 6 Transfer to France/Paris
Day 7 Sightseeing Paris. Evening game
Day 8 Morning optional field available for training. Visit Versailles
Day 9 Visit Fontainebleau. Evening game
Day 10 Return flight
Participant Prices:
Between US$1900-US$2000 per person March-April departure
Between US$2300-US$2400 per person June-August departure
Between CAD2100-CAD2200 per person March-April departure
Between CAD2500-CAD2600 per person June-August departure
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"I have taken my players and parents to Europe three time with Premier International Tours. Their very personal approach to the requests of my group have made our travels absolutely wonderful. It is great to see each group have such an enjoyable experience. Thanks Loek and Company for making these trips truly experiences of a lifetime for players and parents alike! I am already looking forward to the next one." -Bobby Vosmaer - Director, Pittsburgh North Stars Soccer Club |
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