Football Development Tours to New Zealand

Responsible Tourism Activity

Training Sessions and Matches Against Local Opposition

Average Flight Sydney - Aukland 3hrs

Jan - Dec Soccer Season

Price Range £2,500-£,3,000 per person

Suitable for all Ability Levels

Football Tours to New Zealand

Football tours to New Zealand makes for a great destination, with a large number of junior soccer teams ready and waiting to test their skills against school or club football teams.

New Zealand’s spectacular and varied natural environment, as well as its friendly and adventurous people, provide excellent opportunities to participate in a huge range of sightseeing, cultural and outdoor activities. In a sporting context the Kiwis are among the most respected nations in the world particularity in rugby, but also in cricket, and netball, making New Zealand the perfect destination for a multi-sports tour.

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Tailored Excursions

New Zealand’s spectacular and varied natural environment, as well as its friendly and adventurous people, provides excellent opportunities to participate in a huge range of sightseeing, cultural, and outdoor activities. New Zealanders have a unique and dynamic culture, with European, Maori, Pacific and Asian influences and the honesty, friendliness, and openness of Kiwis will impress you.

Football in New Zealand

Football (also known as soccer), is a popular recreation sport in New Zealand and administered in New Zealand by the governing body, New Zealand Football (NZF). Among boys ages 517, football has a 17 percent participation rate making it the most participated sport; among girls, it ranks fifth in popularity at six percent, behind swimming, netball, horse riding, and tennis.

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“The tour provided was above my expectations and indeed the best football tour we have undertaken. In terms of the organisation of the tour prior to leaving I can only give positive feedback. Having a tour rep. with you for the entire trip is a huge advantage and was a fantastic addition to our tour party.”

The Grammar School at Leeds

“Everything was brilliant and yes it was much better than I imagined it ever would be”

Alex Sykes, Teacher, Rednock School

“An excellent trip, the facilities, coaching and excursions were of a very high standard. Having used other companies for trips in the past I must say that I was very impressed and I intend to use inspiresport for future trips as a result of this excellent sporting vacation”.

Joe Clarke, Riverside International School

“We had a fantastic time and can’t wait to go back! Thanks for putting together a great tour”

Bilton Grange

“Excursions were excellent but the whole experience was fantastic”

Wallington County Grammar School

“The tour provided was above my expectations and indeed the best football tour we have undertaken. In terms of the organisation of the tour prior to leaving I can only give positive feedback. Having a tour rep. with you for the entire trip is a huge advantage and was a fantastic addition to our tour party.”

The Grammar School at Leeds

Your Typical New Zealand Tour Itinerary

Day 1

Depart AUS Airport | Arrive in Auckland

Day 2

Arrive Auckland | Morning Excursion – Auckland City Tour | Overnight Auckland

Day 3

Coaching Clinic | Evening Excursion – Rangitoto Island Tour | Overnight Auckland

Day 4

Morning Excursion – Auckland Sky Tower | Fixture 1 against local opposition | Overnight Auckland

Day 5

Transfer to Rotorua | Evening Excursion – Maori Hangi | Overnight Rotorua

Day 6

Morning Excursion – Te Puia & Whakarewarewa Thermal Valley | Fixture 2 against local opposition | Overnight Rotorua

Day 7

Morning Excursion – Zorbing | Transfer to Wairoa | Overnight Wairoa

Day 8

Fixture 3 against local opposition | Overnight Wairoa

Day 9

Transfer to Napier | Overnight Napier

Day 10

Mixture 4 against local opposition | Overnight Napier

Day 11

Transfer to Wellington | Afternoon Excursion – Te Papa Museum | Overnight Wellington

Day 12

Fixtures 5 against local opposition | Overnight Wellington

Day 13

Flight to Queenstown | Afternoon Excursion – Luge Queenstown | Overnight Queenstown

Day 14/15

Depart Auckland | Arrive back in AUS

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We Can Take Care of Everything For you

We are here to make life as easy as possible for party leaders. Here’s what’s included in a typical tour with inspiresport…

A dedicated account manager to look after you throughout the entire process
Tailored packages to suit any school or club requirements
Supervisory FREE places for the tour organiser
Meals as requested
Quality Hotel Accomodation
All flights including all airport, airline and government taxes
Service of a bilingual inspireport representative at all times
Excursions for that once in a lifetime cultural experience
Competitive games against local opposition
Professional sports coaching (subject to availability)

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What makes inspiresport the number one choice for schools & clubs?

Dedicated Tour Manager

We’re here to make sure your tour runs perfectly, so we offer support from booking right through to departure. Once you arrive your dedicated bilingual tour manager is available 24-hours a day to ensure the trip runs smoothly.
Advice & Guidance

As group travel specialists, we are committed to providing outstanding personal service at every step—from the initial planning and the tour experience itself to the warm welcome home.
World-Class Connections

We partner with the world’s top sports clubs and teams, giving you access to premium facilities, professional coaching and iconic stadiums.

Help Getting Started

Our Regional Sales team offer personal support and guidance to help create a bespoke tour experience for your group. We will listen to your requirements, tailor a tour package and assist with the tour launch and presentations.
Competitive Pricing

With inspiresport’s extensive global network and purchasing power, we offer guaranteed tour prices and exceptional value in our tour packages.
Quality Accommodation

Our global network enables us to secure excellent value accommodations in ideal locations, either close to sporting facilities or within resort-style complexes that offer excellent leisure amenities.
Peace of Mind

Inspiresport provides complete financial bonding, security, and protection on all tour packages. We adhere to rigorous health and safety standards and offer comprehensive Sports Travel Insurance for added peace of mind.