School Football Tour to The Netherlands

Upon landing at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport, you will be warmly welcomed and transferred to your accommodation. After checking in and taking some time to refresh, begin discovering the lively streets, canals and distinctive architecture of the Dutch capital.

Later, enter the world of elite European football with a behind-the-scenes tour of the Johan Cruijff ArenA, home of AFC Ajax. Explore areas normally reserved for players, officials and VIP guests while learning about the history, traditions and achievements of one of the Netherlands’ most successful football clubs. The experience concludes with an opportunity to view an impressive collection of trophies and treasured Ajax memorabilia. Return to your hotel for dinner and a well-earned night’s rest.

Training, teamwork and your first fixture

After breakfast, prepare for your first self-led training session. This is an opportunity to sharpen your technique, practise tactical formations and work together as a team ahead of the day’s friendly fixture.

Later, put your preparation into action as you face a local team. Playing against unfamiliar opposition provides an exciting sporting challenge and allows you to experience a different footballing style while developing communication, resilience and confidence on the pitch. Win, lose or draw, the fixture will be a memorable opportunity to represent your school or club overseas.

In the evening, relax and enjoy some friendly competition away from the football field with a lively bowling session. Afterwards, return to the hotel for dinner.

Following breakfast, leave football behind for a full day of excitement at Walibi Holland. With thrilling roller coasters, water rides and attractions for different confidence levels, the park offers plenty of opportunities for the group to have fun and make lasting memories together.

Those seeking an adrenaline rush can take on some of the park’s biggest rides, while gentler attractions and entertainment ensure there is something for everyone. After an action-packed day filled with excitement and laughter, return to your hotel for dinner and an evening at leisure.

Begin the day with breakfast followed by another focused training session. Use what you learned from your first match to refine your tactics, improve your movement and strengthen your understanding as a team.

Later, take to the pitch once again for a friendly match against local opposition. This second fixture gives you another opportunity to challenge yourselves, demonstrate your progress and build confidence in a competitive but welcoming environment.

After the match, discover Amsterdam from a completely different perspective during an open-boat canal cruise. Glide along the city’s famous waterways, passing elegant canal houses, historic bridges and lesser-known corners of the capital as your captain shares stories about Amsterdam’s fascinating past. Return to the hotel for your final group dinner and a chance to reflect on the tour’s many highlights.

Anne Frank House & Farewell to Amsterdam

After your final breakfast, enjoy some time for last-minute sightseeing and souvenir shopping before visiting the Anne Frank House. This powerful and thought-provoking experience introduces you to Anne Frank’s life, her family’s period in hiding and the wider impact of the Nazi occupation of the Netherlands.

The visit encourages reflection on prejudice, persecution, courage and the importance of protecting freedom and human rights. It provides a meaningful educational conclusion to a journey that has combined sporting development, teamwork, recreation and cultural discovery.

Following the visit, transfer to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport for your return flight to Dubai, taking home new friendships, greater confidence and unforgettable memories from your football adventure.