International Sports Tours from Australia: How to Plan an Elite Team Trip in 2026

Key Takeaways

• •International sports tours are one of the most rewarding experiences an Australian school, club or academy can offer its athletes.
• •With an Australian base and Argentine roots, Olimpia Tour plans the entire journey — from your home city to the destination and back.
• •Popular destinations for Australian teams span Europe, Asia and South America, across football, rugby, netball and other sports.
• •Long-haul travel means early planning and slightly longer tours (around 8 to 14 days) deliver the best value.
• •A fully managed tour handles flights, accommodation, fixtures, safety and logistics so coaches can focus on their players.

Why Australian Teams Tour Overseas

For an Australian team, an international sports tour is a chance to test themselves against the world. Distance has always been part of Australia's sporting story, and travelling abroad to train and compete builds resilience, independence and team spirit that stays with young athletes for life.

Beyond the football, rugby or netball itself, touring exposes players to different playing styles, world-class facilities and unforgettable cultural experiences. It is the kind of trip athletes talk about for years — and a powerful point of pride for any school or club.

Olimpia Tour is built for exactly this: with an Australian base and deep Argentine roots, we plan the whole journey from your home city to the destination and back, as one seamless, fully managed experience.

Best Destinations for Australian Teams

Because you are travelling long-haul, it pays to choose a destination that truly rewards the journey. Popular options we arrange for Australian teams include:

• •Argentina — the ultimate football development destination and the heart of Olimpia Tour (explore Argentina)
• •Spain (tours), Italy (tours) and the UK (tours) — iconic European football cultures
• •France (tours), Germany (tours) and the Netherlands (tours) — elite academies and multi-sport options
• •Japan (tours) — a safe, inspiring and culturally rich Asian destination, ideal for first-time long-haul tourers
• •Greece (tours) — competitive football amid extraordinary history

See all our destinations to compare options for your sport and age group.

Which Sports Can Australian Teams Tour With?

We are a multi-sport tour company, not football-only. Australian schools and clubs regularly tour with:

• •Football (soccer) — our flagship in Argentina, Europe and Asia
• •Rugby — fixtures and festival tournaments abroad
• •Netball — school and club tours with quality opposition
• •Volleyball, hockey and basketball — camps and matches

If you run several squads, we can build a combined trip that keeps everyone together while catering to each team.

Planning Around Long-Haul Travel

Travelling from Australia adds a few important considerations:

• •Tour length — most Australian tours run 8 to 14 days so the long flights are worthwhile
• •Recovery — we build in arrival recovery and manage jet lag with a sensible opening itinerary
• •Timing — school holidays and off-season windows are popular, so early booking is essential
• •Budget — flights are the biggest single cost; our budgeting guide breaks it down

Many teams offset costs with a structured fundraising plan — our 25 fundraising ideas is a great starting point.

Getting School and Club Approval

For Australian schools especially, approval and risk management are central. Our school approval guide explains how to present a professional, well-documented proposal. Every Olimpia Tour trip is delivered with full risk management, vetted accommodation and transport, and experienced tour managers on the ground — exactly what approval committees and parents want to see.

What Your Tour Includes

A typical fully managed international tour from Australia includes:

• •Return long-haul international flights
• •All in-country transfers and transport
• •Comfortable, group-appropriate accommodation (4 and 5 star options available)
• •Competitive fixtures and/or tournament entry (subject to availability)
• •Professional training sessions and coaching
• •Stadium tours and cultural excursions
• •Full risk management and 24/7 on-tour support
• •Experienced tour managers throughout

How Much Does It Cost?

There is no fixed price. Your budget is shaped by destination, tour length, group size, accommodation standard and activities — with long-haul flights the largest single item from Australia. We build a transparent, tailored budget for your group rather than a one-size-fits-all package. Prices are available on request.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where can Australian teams go on an international sports tour?

Across Europe (Spain, Italy, the UK, France, Germany, the Netherlands), Asia (Japan) and South America (Argentina), among others. We plan the whole journey from your home city and back.

How much does an international sports tour from Australia cost?

Long-haul flights are the largest cost, followed by accommodation and tour length. We build a tailored budget for your group; prices are available on request.

How long should the tour be?

Most Australian tours run 8 to 14 days so the long-haul travel is worthwhile, balancing training, fixtures, rest and culture.

How far ahead should we plan?

Aim for 12 to 18 months to secure the best flights, fixtures and approvals.

Ready to Plan Your Tour from Australia?

Start planning your tour, explore all our destinations, or talk to our team about an international sports tour built for your Australian school, club or academy.