Volleyball Tours: The Complete 2027 Guide for Schools, Academies & Clubs

Volleyball is one of the world's most popular team sports, and a volleyball tour lets players experience the pace and skill of the game in the countries that live and breathe it. This guide answers the questions coaches, schools, clubs and parents ask us most about volleyball tours — indoor and beach.

Olimpia Tour designs and manages volleyball tours for school, academy and club teams — boys, girls and mixed — of every age and level. Every tour is tailored, so costs are always on request.

Key Takeaways

• •Italy, Poland, Brazil, Japan and the USA are the top volleyball tour destinations.
• •Tours can be indoor, beach or a mix of both.
• •Most tours include 4–6 matches, coaching clinics and, when possible, a pro match.
• •A touring squad is usually 12–14 players (indoor) plus staff.
• •Plan 12–18 months ahead for school tours.

Where are the best volleyball tour destinations?

• •Italy — one of the strongest professional leagues in the world and a deep club system.
• •Poland — volleyball-mad crowds and world-class facilities.
• •Brazil — Olympic champions and the spiritual home of beach volleyball.
• •Japan — fast, disciplined, technical volleyball and amazing culture.
• •USA — high-school and college volleyball and huge club tournaments.
• •Spain and Portugal — warm weather, beaches and growing club volleyball.

What does a volleyball tour include?

• •Matches against schools, clubs and academies of a similar level.
• •Coaching clinics with experienced volleyball coaches — serve, pass, attack and systems.
• •Tournaments — international youth or club events when dates align.
• •Beach sessions — beach volleyball clinics on tours to coastal destinations.
• •Watching elite volleyball — pro league or international matches when the calendar allows.
• •Full logistics — flights, hotels, transport, meals, insurance guidance and a 24/7 coordinator.

When is the best time for a volleyball tour?

European indoor leagues run roughly October to May; beach volleyball is best in each destination's summer. Summer is also popular for international youth tournaments.

What does a typical 9-day volleyball tour look like?

1. Day 1 — Arrive, light session, team dinner.

2. Day 2 — Coaching clinic and sightseeing.

3. Day 3 — First match.

4. Day 4 — Beach volleyball session and culture.

5. Day 5 — Second match and clinic.

6. Day 6 — Travel to a second city.

7. Day 7 — Third match.

8. Day 8 — Watch elite volleyball and farewell dinner.

9. Day 9 — Depart.

How is safety managed?

Every Olimpia Tour follows an ISO 31030-aligned travel risk plan: vetted accommodation, agreed supervision ratios, medical access, emergency procedures and a 24/7 on-ground coordinator. Read our duty of care guide and our 12–18 month planning timeline.

Ready to plan your tour?

Read our international volleyball tours guide and school volleyball tours, and explore our international sports tours. Then start building your tour, message us on WhatsApp or contact us — every tour is tailored, with costs on request.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a volleyball tour?

A trip for a school, academy or club volleyball team combining matches against local teams, coaching clinics, tournaments, watching elite volleyball and cultural experiences.

Where are the best places for a volleyball tour?

Italy, Poland, Brazil, Japan and the USA are the most popular, with Spain and Portugal great for beach volleyball.

Can a volleyball tour include beach volleyball?

Yes — tours to coastal destinations can combine indoor matches with beach volleyball clinics.

How many matches are played on a volleyball tour?

Most tours include 4–6 matches, balanced with coaching, rest and culture.

How many players go on a volleyball tour?

Usually 12–14 players for indoor volleyball, plus coaches, a team manager and a first-aider.

How much does a volleyball tour cost?

It depends on destination, group size, length and inclusions. Every Olimpia Tour volleyball tour is tailored, with costs on request.