Southern Cape Sports Tours arranges international sports, choir, and culture tours for schools, clubs, and touring groups. We coordinate flights, accommodation arrangements, fixtures, ground transport, entries, and on-the-ground support as a single, joined-up package — so coaches focus on coaching, teachers focus on teaching, and parents have one accountable point of contact.

The tours below run on a request basis. Departures are tailored to your group's size, age range, and travel window.

Scotland & England Sports Tour – London, York & Edinburgh

Southern Cape Sports Tours is proud to present an unforgettable Scotland & England Sports Tour, giving selected school athletes the opportunity to compete internationally while exploring some of the UK’s most historic and iconic cities.

The tour begins in London, continues through the medieval city of York, and ends in Edinburgh, combining competitive fixtures with sightseeing, team experiences and cultural discovery. Players will take part in three fixtures per team in rugby, football, hockey and netball, with matches arranged against local schools and clubs.

Along the way, the group will enjoy highlights such as Windsor, the London Eye, a River Thames Cruise, guided sightseeing in London, the Jorvik Viking Centre, York Minster, The Shambles, Edinburgh Castle and the Edinburgh Dungeons, with an adults-only whisky experience also included for supporters.

Tour Highlights

• Scotland & England Sports Tour

• 24 September – 3 October 2026

• London, York and Edinburgh

• Rugby, soccer, hockey and netball

• 3 fixtures per team

• International flights from Johannesburg

• Accommodation in London, York and Edinburgh

• Breakfast and evening meals daily

• Private coach transport in the UK

• Visit to Windsor

• London Eye and River Thames Cruise

• Guided sightseeing in London

• Jorvik Viking Centre and sightseeing in York

• Edinburgh Castle tour

• Edinburgh Dungeons experience for players

• Adults-only whisky experience for supporters

• Tour managers accompanying the group

A tour built around sport, travel and growth

This tour offers young athletes more than international fixtures. It is a chance to travel as a team, experience British sporting culture, build independence, and return home with memories from London’s landmarks, York’s ancient streets and Edinburgh’s dramatic castle skyline.

Italy Culture & Choir Tours – Rome, Florence, Pisa, Verona & Venice

Southern Cape Sports Tours is proud to offer inspiring educational tours to Italy, designed for schools, cultural groups and choirs who want to experience the art, history, architecture and atmosphere of one of Europe’s most iconic destinations.

Travelling through Rome, Florence and Venice, learners will explore world-famous landmarks, walk through ancient cities, and experience Italy’s rich cultural heritage first-hand. Highlights include the Colosseum, Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, Roman Catacombs, Leaning Tower of Pisa, Florence Cathedral, Verona, Doge’s Palace and a guided walking tour of Venice.

Groups can choose between a dedicated Culture Tour or a Choir & Culture Tour, which includes three performance opportunities during the journey.

Choose Your Tour

Italy Culture Tour

A rich educational travel experience for learners interested in history, art, architecture, religion, language and European culture. This tour is ideal for school groups wanting a memorable, curriculum-enriching journey through Italy’s great cities.

Italy Choir & Culture Tour

A special tour for choirs and vocal ensembles, combining Italy’s cultural treasures with three performance opportunities in venues to be confirmed. This option is ideal for music departments, school choirs and cultural groups wanting an international performance experience.

Tour Highlights

• Rome, Florence, Pisa, Verona and Venice

• Guided walking tour of Rome

• Colosseum entry

• Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel

• Roman Catacombs

• Leaning Tower of Pisa visit

• Florence walking tour

• Florence Cathedral visit

• Sightseeing in Verona

• Guided walking tour of Venice

• Doge’s Palace entry

• Half-board accommodation throughout

• Private coach hire and public transport as required

• Professional tour support throughout

• Optional choir-performance version available

A Journey Through Italy’s Living History

From the ancient streets of Rome to the Renaissance beauty of Florence and the canals of Venice, this tour gives learners the chance to encounter Italy beyond the classroom. It is a journey of culture, memory and discovery — with an optional performance element for choirs who want to share their music on an international stage.

Netherlands Hockey Tour – Rotterdam & Amsterdam

Southern Cape Sports Tours is excited to present an international hockey tour to the Netherlands, one of the world’s great hockey nations.

Based in Rotterdam and Amsterdam, this tour gives school hockey players the chance to compete against local opposition, experience Dutch hockey culture, and explore two of Europe’s most characterful cities. The programme includes six hockey fixtures per team, a self-led training session, a live professional hockey match, and a carefully balanced mix of sightseeing, team experiences and cultural highlights.

Players will enjoy visits to the Rotterdam Food Market, Euromast Tower, Amsterdam Canal Cruise, Amsterdam Science Museum, and a day trip to Delft and Gouda. With accommodation, daily breakfasts, selected evening meals, coach transport and structured tour support included, this promises to be a memorable sporting and cultural experience.

Tour Highlights

• Hockey tour to the Netherlands

• Rotterdam and Amsterdam

• 8 nights’ accommodation

• Daily breakfast and dinner

• 6 hockey fixtures per team

• 1 self-led training session

• Live professional hockey match

• Rotterdam Food Market and Euromast Tower

• Amsterdam Canal Cruise and city scavenger hunt

• Amsterdam Science Museum

• Day trip to Delft and Gouda

• Coach transport in the Netherlands

• Parents and family members welcome, subject to availability

A tour for players who want more than fixtures

This tour is ideal for school hockey players who want to test themselves internationally, grow as part of a team, and return home with memories from both the pitch and the journey.

Unforgettable Sports Tour to Italy

Southern Cape Sports Tours is thrilled to announce our upcoming sports tour to Italy, happening from 21st to 30th September 2024. This extraordinary journey invites 200 elite players to compete in Rugby, Hockey, Netball, and Soccer against the top Italian schools and club teams.

Experience the historic beauty of Verona and Lignano, with a carefully curated itinerary that includes stays at the Veronello hotel near Lake Garda and the Bella Italia Sports Village in Lignano. Enjoy half board meals daily, an exclusive match kit, and all excursions, including visits to Bologna, Venice, Verona, Sirmione, Milan, and more. Our package covers international return flights, luxury bus transport in Italy, three sports matches per age group, and the constant support of a full-time SCST representative and tour photographer.

This tour is a testament to the talent, dedication, and hard work of our selected players, providing an opportunity to shine on an international stage. For more details on the tour package, payment process, and itinerary, please contact us at scst@telkomsa.net or 084 082 5212.

Don't miss this chance to create lasting memories, enhance your skills, and explore the beautiful cities of Italy with Southern Cape Sports Tours

Parents and family members are most welcome to join!

England & Wales Tour - London, Cardiff and Birmingham

• High School Rugby, Hockey, Soccer, Netball and Tennis

• 10 days (including travel)

• Accommodation: Ramada London North Hotel and Holiday Inn Birmingham

• Breakfast and Dinner served daily

• Match Clothing Kit, Tour-branded Sweater and Backpack

• International Return Flights, from O.R Tambo Johannesburg

  with British Airways

• Luxury bus transport

• 3 Matches per age-group

  All excursions, sightseeing and activities:

  London Eye, River Thames Cruise, guided walking tour of London – see the Buckingham Palace, London dungeons, visit Stonehenge, Cardiff City Tour including Cardiff Castle, Cadbury World & more!

• Full time SCST representative

• Full time tour photographer

• Parents and family members are most welcome to join!

Gold Coast, Australia Tour

• High School Rugby, Hockey and Netball

• 10 days (including travel)

• Accommodation: Mantra-On-View Hotel

• Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner served daily

  at Nosh Restaurant

• Match Clothing Kit, Golf Shirt and Backpack

• International Return Flights, from O.R Thambo Johannesburg

  with Emirates

• Practice session at Sports Super Centre

• 3 Matches per age-group

  Coomera Anglican College, Roosters Invitational & Cavendish State High School

• All excursions, sightseeing and activities

  Surfer’s Paradise Beach, Sky Tower, Dreamworld Amusement Park, White Water World and more!

• Parents and family members are most welcome to join!

Christchurch, New Zealand - Rugby, Hockey and Netball Tour

• High School / Primary School / Club Rugby, Hockey and Netball

• 10 days (including travel)

• Accommodation: BreakFree on Cashel Hotel

• Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner served daily

  at BreakFree on Cashel Hotel

• Match Clothing Kit, Golf Shirt and Backpack

• International Return Flights, from O.R Thambo Johannesburg

  with Emirates

• All transfers facilitated by Go-Bus

• Practice session at Hagley Park sports fields

• 3 Matches per age-group

• All excursions, sightseeing and activities

  International Antarctic Centre, Brighton Beach and Pier, Cave Rock on Sumner Beach, Port Hills sunset walk, Canterbury / Airforce Museum of New Zealand, Akaroa day-trip, city centre market and more!

• Price is subject to the time of year and number of persons traveling. Enquire to receive a quote for your tour.

• Parents and family members are most welcome to join!

Dublin, Limerick and Cork, Ireland - Rugby, Hockey and Netball Tour

• High School / Primary School / Club Rugby, Hockey and Netball

• 10 days (including travel)

• Accommodation: Clayton Hotel Leopardstown and Clayton Hotel Limerick

• Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner served daily

  at Clayton Hotel

• Match Clothing Kit, Golf Shirt and Backpack

• International Return Flights, from O.R Thambo Johannesburg

  with Emirates

• All bus transfers within Ireland

• Practice session at U.C.D Sports Campus

• 3 Matches per age-group

• All excursions, sightseeing and activities

  Dublin City Walking Tour, Experience Gaelic Games, Croke Park Tour, Cliffs of Moher, Bunratty Medieval Castle and more!

• Price is subject to the time of year and number of persons traveling. Enquire to receive a quote for your tour.

• Parents and family members are most welcome to join!

Custom Individual or Group Tours - Local or Anywhere in the World!

Whether you’re a couple with dreams of watching the Wimbledon final, a family planning your first tropical island holiday, or a small group of amateur golfers hoping to play a round at Fancourt, we’ve got you covered!

We offer local and international sports tours, culture tours and family holidays, customised to your specific needs as a player, enthusiast or spectator. With partners around the world, we can make any dream event or destination a reality.

Simply click on the button bellow and complete the form with your travel inquiry, or give us a call to discuss the tour you in have in mind. We look forward to hearing from you!