It is no surprise that Eastern Europe attracts touring teams. However, we must say there is more to the area than cheap beer and lapdancing bars - these stunning cities play host to thriving sporting communities!
Rich in history, architecture and natural wonders - These diverse countries have a lot to offer any visitor. Dainty and elegant buildings scattered throughout, makes Eastern Europe a snap shotters paradise.
Whether it be cruising down the Vltava River or relaxing in a Thermal Spa or experiencing some of the fantastic cuisines and local brews on offer - You will never get tired of Eastern Europe.
We recommend three Cultural Capitals of Eastern Europe. Bratislava, Budapest and Prague. All three bring something unique to the table. Combine all three as part of a world of Eastern European Escapade!
Brantford Harlequins of Ontario, Canada tasked us with running an U16 Tour in 2016. They wanted to get off the beaten track, so we were thrilled to present our Central European itinerary which takes in The Netherlands, Belgium & Germany.
They toured in June, which made a tour to the traditional 'Five-Nations' countries off-limits due to federation regulations.
In Holland, we tied the visit in with the awesome Beach Rugby Festival in Scheveningen & preceded this with a round robin fixture at Haagsche Rugby Club and the local 'rep' team. In Germany, the tourists played the regional Rheinland selection & finished off with a game in Brussels.
It was a great opportunity to test our abilities to provide an exceptional rugby experience outside of the season. We were delighted with the result. Proof that we're always willing to go above and beyond to provide this.
Client Quote
"It was a fantastic trip - all the boys had a great time and all the parents are pleased. The travel & accommodations were first rate, and everything was super smooth and organised. The boys all had a great time - and especially enjoyed the trip/events - including Clog Farms & (my highlight) the WWI battlefields.
The Accommodations, the logistics & travel, the clog farm, WWI battlefield tour, theme park, the game at RC Hurth & the Beach Rugby Tournament all stood out.
Jamie is an absolute valuable asset and was key to the success of this tour - he was great. Both us and the boys loved interacting with him and the fact he still plays was a bonus as well in giving playing hints and tips to the kids from his viewpoint.
Thanks again for all your work and flexibility - for our first tour in 15 years- this was a SMASHING SUCCESS thanks to you, your organisation and Jamie."
Dave McLean | Tour Leader | Brantford Harlequins RFC
Britannia Lions (CAN) Tour to Germany & Italy
Case Study
The 'Brit Lions' of British Columbia toured Europe in the Summer of 2016. Touring outside of the traditional season is always tricky, but through our determination and links, we were able to arrange a successful Rugby programme for the tourists in July.
The tour started with a 'social' visit to Frankfurt in Germany. The flight routing the tourists took was through the German city, so we were able to delay their onward flight to Italy.
The team visited Parma & Lido di Jesolo during the Italian leg. With games at our favourite Italian hosts Amatori in Parma and the excellent Mestre Club near Venice. They prepared for their game with a coaching clinic with Italian Rugby legend Marco Bortolami & International Fly-Half Edouardo Padovani.
There was plenty down-time as well. Brewery Tours & Pub Crawls in Germany was followed up with a breathtaking wine tour of the countryside near Parma.
A great Tour, we look forward to seeing the Lions on tour in Scotland in 2019.
Client Quote
"The whole tour was awesome. I was very impressed with how everything that you had organised went so smoothly. The wine tour was incredible and I don't think one guy in the group didn't enjoy it.
Amatori were amazing hosts and the game was great between them. The three cities we went to were all awesome and I had a blast at all of them.
The training sessions with Marco and Eduardo was amazing and I really enjoyed it. They were both class acts. Marco really demands respect and it was very cool to see him coach.
I would recommend you guys to any other clubs in the area and I will."
Malcolm Lenahan | Team Captain | Brit Lions Rugby
Lamorinda Rugby (USA) Tour to Italy
Tony McKenzie
Tour Leader
Italy
2016
Case Study
Lamorinda Rugby, from California returned to Europe in 2016 for their second tour with Sky High Sports. Following their successful visit to England & Scotland in 2015, we were delighted to recommend the itinerary and got the team stuck into a real in-depth Italian experience.
Away from the Rugby, where the team returned home with a 2 wins from 4 game record, the tourists enjoyed a Ferry Cruise on Lake Como, Wine Tasting in Tuscany, a visit to the home of Ferrari, a Culinary Tour of Emilia-Romagna, Gladiator School in Rome & a Go-Karting Grand Prix.
The tour took in Lake Como, Parma, Lucca & Rome. An absolute 5* programme that we were delighted to share.
Client Quote
"We had a great time. The game against Amatori and coaching session with Marco Bortolami in Parma were absolute highlights.
This is our second tour with Sky High Sports and on both occasions they did a great job in setting up the tour and managing the tour group on the ground. They are well connected and are able to put together great training sessions with skilled international players."
Oakville Crusaders (CAN) Tour to England & Wales
Graham Bridges
Tour Leader
England & Wales
Case Study
Oakville Crusaders of Ontario, Canada travelled to GB in 2015 to coincide with the Rugby World Cup 2015. A year in the making, the tour consisted of fixtures against County Champion clubs in Dorset & Wilts and Yorkshire. The touring party, U17 and U16, played a total of six games, winning three.
The tour also included tickets to two Rugby World Cup matches, a Guest Coaching Session with two Welsh Rugby Internationals, a 'day in the life of a Pro-Rugby Player' in Bath & White Water Rafting in the 'Valleys.'
The tour started in Cardiff, moved onto historic Bath & finished in the stunning city of York.
Client Quote
"I want to say what a brilliant experience we’ve had with Sky High Sports. The whole experience has been very good.
We started off with looking at what we wanted to do for our junior tour, and looked at if we had enough contacts in the UK to do it ourselves, and we probably do, but we didn’t want to organise all the logistics.
Everything came together superbly well. This company has done a brilliant job for us.
I just love the way it has all come together so smoothly, we’ve had a great experience, I really feel it is value for money and what I am going to take back to Canada is the recommendation that when other people are going to tour the UK, this is what they’re going to give and these are the guys that can do it.
I’m so pleased and happy with what we’ve done, so thank-you, very much.
The hosting was terrific, the competition was terrific. The boys grew as players and as people. They were immersed in the Rugby Culture, and that is something we wanted the boys to have. We didn’t want them just to come over here and play Rugby, we wanted them to come over here and understand the sport. That’s what I believe we have and certainly after this tour, we have lifelong Rugby Players.
The Sky High Sports Tour was one of the highlights for our boys this season. We learnt a lot, I think the guys grew up as players and got a lot more skills from the Rugby & the extra-curricular activities were fantastic & the organisation was superb.
Excellent Tour, Definitely would recommend it to any other Canadian Club out there. Excellent!"
Graham Bridges | U17 Head Coach | Oakville Crusaders Rugby
Long Beach State University (USA) Tour to Central Europe
Jason Reynolds
Head Coach
Central Europe
Case Study
Our old friends at CSU Long Beach left the Californian sunshine for their second European Tour with Sky High Sports in the summer of 2015.
Following their Italian Tour in 2013, the team again opted to stay away from the beaten track.
A visit to Amsterdam, Dusseldorf & Gent was the programme, with games against top-level club sides from the Netherlands and Belgium. Two narrow defeats for the tourists were disappointing, but the tight-scorelines were testament to the accurate pitching of teams from other sides of the world.
Long Beach are returning to Europe for their third tour in 2017. They'll visit the Czech Republic, Slovakia & Hungary. Testament enough to our exceptional service.
Client Quote
"We have a rich tradition of touring & have done so for a number of years. The service we receive from Sky High Sports far outweighs the previous tours & the two we have done have been without doubt, the best ever.
Our second successful tour with Sky High Sports. Overall it was an awesome experience! Spakenburg has the best rugby pitch I have ever seen. It was the perfect emerald green carpet. Jamie needs a proper flag like the Japanese tour guides. Gent was my favourite by far. A lot of the guys said Dusseldorf was their favourite. Amsterdam is Amsterdam. It was a lot like Las Vegas, three days is enough. I'm spreading the word of Sky High Sports to all of the teams in our league. You guys are on our website and linked in the tours section."
Jason Reynolds | Head Coach | Long Beach State
MC Lions Cricket Club (India) Tour to Scotland
Mohit Chaturvedi
Tour Chairman
Scotland
2016
Case Study
Without a doubt, one of the most challenging yet rewarding tours we have held here in the UK.
Whilst Rugby is our a-game, we have the resources and knowledge to execute high-quality Cricket Tours. The MC Lions Tour is testament to that.
Over the course of 19-days, the team played 6 games and partook in a heavy training schedule at the exceptional Cricket Scotland facilities in Edinburgh.
The team played matches at some of the most opulent venues in Scottish Cricket. The highlight on the field came with a last-ball victory against Manderston Cricket Club in the Scottish Borders. Watching a team of local Farmers play some city-slickers from Mumbai & take it to the last delivery was a real case of two-worlds colliding. Only sport could create this.
The team played at the foot of Bamburgh Castle, on the Isle of Bute & caught the Scotland Vs Afghanistan match at Stirling.
A Tour for the memory bank & we look forward to seeing the Lions on European soil in the future.
Client Quote
"I only have positive things to say about Sky High Sports. Our ground-breaking tour to Scotland was a truly magical experience. Richie arranged an incredible programme for the team. It was everything we dreamt about."
Mohit Chaturvedi | Tour Leader | The MC Lions
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