Rugby Tours to Ireland
Rugby is not just a sport in Ireland, it’s a national identity!
Known as one of the best rugby teams in the world, school rugby tours to Ireland will fully immerse your players into the rugby culture. Competing against local teams, developing skills with training sessions at the Sport Ireland Campus, and soak in the enthusiasm of some of the biggest rugby fans you’ll come across.
A perfect sports tour for first time travellers who want to indulge into all things rugby and absorb the natural beauty that Ireland boasts.
Will your team match Irelands rugby legacy?
Our Recommended Itinerary
Here’s what your trip could look like
Day 1
Depart UK by flight
Transfer to accommodation and evening meal at hotel
Day 2
Breakfast at hotel
Training session at Sport Ireland Campus
Fixture 1 then evening meal at the hotel
Day 3
Breakfast and then start of Experience of the Gaelic Games
Lunch and then Croke Park Stadium Tour (Included as part of the Experience of the Gaelic Games)
Evening meal at the hotel
Day 4
Breakfast at hotel
Fixture 2
Evening meal at the hotel
Day 5
Breakfast at the hotel before flight
Travel to the UK
Arrive home
Based on 5-day, 4 night flight tour for 40 passengers (+4 free places) travelling October 2025. Subject to availability.
- Return flights from UK to resort
- One way airport transfer
- Accommodation on a Half Board Basis
- 2 x fixtures per team with well-matches opponents
- Comprehensive Travel Insurance
- Vamoos Travel App & Information Pack
- Tailor Made Itinerary
- 24/7 support
- Pennants for all matches
- North Face rucksack for Party Leader
- Excursions:
- Experience Gaelic Games Full Day
- Sport Ireland Campus Pitch Hire
Excursions in Ireland
Browse a selection of our favourite excursions
Accommodation
Popular places to stay in Ireland
Additional Information
Your journey doesn’t have to end here! See what else we can offer to help you get the most out of your tour. From professional coaching to dedicated Tour Managers, we’ll go above and beyond to support you and your students.
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FAQs about this tour
Find the answers to some of our most frequently asked questions.
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Will I need my passport to travel to Ireland?
As you will be leaving the UK you will need your passport to travel across to Ireland.
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Can I travel by coach?
Yes you absolutely can travel by coach! We recommend you take into consideration where you are located and the efficiency of having a coach on tour, as the ferry will depart from Holyhead to travel across to Ireland.
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Are lunches included with fixtures?
Lunches are not guaranteed with fixtures, however where possible we will make sure these are included.
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Are you taking bookings right now and how far ahead should we book?
Yes, we are absolutely taking bookings! Due to the bespoke nature of our trips, we always recommend you try planning at least a year ahead. We have already taken many bookings for next year and a good number of groups are choosing to plan even further ahead for 2026, giving them plenty of time to launch the trips to parents and students. Ultimately, the further you can plan ahead, the better.
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What level of opponents would we be playing against?
All of our fixtures are tailor made for your tour. This means all team levels will be considered to arrange competitive and fun matches.
Travel in safe hands
Your safety is of the utmost importance to us and we monitor the safety aspects of all of our tours to ensure you have a memorable experience for all the right reasons.
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