France was one of the four European teams to participate in the inaugural FIFA World Cup in 1930 and is one of eight national teams to have won the competition. The men's team captured the FIFA World Cup title twice - first in 1998, led by Zinedine Zidane as hosts, and again in 2018. France has also won two UEFA European Championships, lifting the trophy in 1984 under Ballon d'Or winner Michel Platini and again in 2000, captained by Zidane, a three-time FIFA World Player of the Year. Most recently, the French Women's National Team advanced to the quarterfinals in the 2023 Women's World Cup, continuing to cement their status as a women's soccer power. Quality soccer on both the men's and women's sides make France a fantastic 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. The FFF (French Soccer Association) has its headquarters here, with its national training center nearby. The city boasts many soccer clubs, 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, where the mountains of the Alps meet the deep blue sea - hence the name "Côte d'Azur". Many jet-setters have residences here, giving the region its signature glamour and European style. The area is also a hotbed for soccer, with top-level play in cities such as Marseille, Cannes, and Nice - and nearly every inland village has a club too. Premier International Tours boasts a 30-year track record in the Côte d’Azur. The special Mediterranean ambiance makes this area uniquely worthwhile for soccer teams seeking both sporting challenge and cultural experience.
France Program Highlights and Sights:
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Play games vs. local French teams
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Sightseeing includes visiting the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre, and the Champs-Élysées
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Sightseeing in the South of France includes Nice, Cannes, and Monaco—where you can visit some of the region’s most beautiful beaches
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Visit stadiums and/or matches of pro teams like Paris St. Germain
Mention France and many North Americans think of the Eiffel Tower, Champs-Élysées, and Louvre. However, 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.
Soccer Clinic Options:
Have your team train extensively with the world's top educated coaches. We offer the option for teams to train with international coaches from the FFF and Paris Saint Germain.
All Inclusive Tour Examples:
All Inclusive 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 or Monaco
Day 5 Transfer to Barcelona
Day 6 Tour the Costa Brava near Barcelona, evening game
Day 7 Morning optional training, visit to the sacred mountain of Montserrat
Day 8 Sightseeing Barcelona including visit to the Nou Camp stadium, evening game
Day 9 Transfer to Barcelona airport, return flight
Participant Prices:
Starting at US$1,900 per person March-April departure
Starting at US$2,300 per person June-August departure
All Inclusive 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 Transfer to London airport, return flight
Participant Prices:
Starting at US$2,200 per person March-April departure
Starting at US$2,700 per person June-August departure
Prices are based on departure from New York, with 40 people traveling and do not include airport taxes or fuel surcharges which are approx. $ 250.00 - $ 350.00 per person. Contact us for a detailed price quote and itinerary.
Please see the "General Information" tab under the "About Us" section on the website to see other price inclusions.
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