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The Scottish Soccer Experience

Home to the famous "Old Firm" rivalry between Celtic F.C. and Rangers F.C., Scottish soccer dates back to 1872. The first ever international soccer match took place at Hamilton Crescent Park in Patrick, Scotland where England and Scotland drew even at 0-0. Since, Scotland has held a proud soccer tradition boasting such legends as Kenny Dalglish and Denis Law.
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Scotland

9 Days

Your adventure, day by day

Day 1 : Start Tour
Depart on an overnight flight to Glasgow/Edinburgh

Sit back, relax and enjoy your flight.

Day 2 : Hello Glasgow!
Your adventure begins

Meet your tour director and check into hotel.

Welcome meeting and orientation

Dinner

Day 3 : Glasgow
Edinburgh Excursion

Edinburgh is widely regarded as one of Europe’s most attractive cities, due primarily to its impressive medieval and Georgian districts and surrounding Lothian Hills. It is as famous for the arts as it is for its long and turbulent history. Both the Old and New towns are listed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

Friendly soccer match

Play an international friendly match against a local club or academy team. The team will meet and compete against athletes of similar ages and skill levels, and have the opportunity to make friends for life.

Dinner

Day 4 : Glasgow
Training session

Participate in a training session led by your own coaching staff at a local field in the area.

Glasgow city walk

Home of Scottish Opera, Scottish Ballet, the Royal Scottish National Orchestra, and the Royal Concert Hall, Glasgow is the center of contemporary Scottish culture-and a hotbed of trendy restaurants, boutiques and pubs. Glasgow grew around a church built in the mid-6th century, but many of its most impressive buildings are from the 19th century, when an industrial boom led to a building frenzy. Your Tour Director will lead you to some of the city's most famous sites, passing Glasgow's blend of modern and traditional architecture. See the Venetian-style colonnaded façade of the city chambers, take in the statuary at George Square, and peek into the academic world of Strathclyde University. Glasgow has more than just buildings. It's often referred to as "The dear green place," because of its many parks.

Celtic Park stadium visit

Celtic Park is one of the biggest football stadiums in Europe, making it the perfect place to learn all about the colorful history and heritage of Celtic Football Club from its inception in 1888. Experience firsthand, Celtic's heritage and culture that has made the club famous and renowned the world over. Take a guided visit of the stadium as well as a trip through the history of the club through our various informative and impressive exhibitions. (Please note dressing room access on the day before a match may be restricted depending on first team activity at the stadium.)

Dinner

Day 5 : Glasgow
Stirling excursion

The medieval town of Stirling grew up around one of Scotland's most important fortresses and the Old Town is still surrounded by its original 16th century walls. The town served as the backdrop for one of William Wallace's 13th century battles and continued to be of strategic importance in the Jacobite uprisings.

Friendly soccer match

Play an international friendly match against a local club or academy team. The team will meet and compete against athletes of similar ages and skill levels, and have the opportunity to make friends for life.

Dinner

Day 6 : Glasgow
Professional coaching clinic

Participate in a special coaching clinic with a guest coach, player or instructor. The clinic will be designed exclusively for the team and to enhance skills in areas identified by the coaching staff.

Pro Game!

This afternoon, possible visit to a professional match this afternoon, local teams include Glasgow Rangers, Glasgow Celtic, Edinburgh Hearts and many more (dependent upon schedule)

Dinner

Day 7 : Glasgow
Scottish Football Museum visit

Dinner

Day 8 : Glasgow
Trossachs excursion

The Trossachs, home to Rob Roy and Loch Lomond, is a region of craggy hills, sparkling lochs and rich culture. Scotland’s first national park, Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park now make up a large part of the area.

Friendly soccer match

Play an international friendly match against a local club or academy team. The team will meet and compete against athletes of similar ages and skill levels, and have the opportunity to make friends for life.

Dinner

Day 9 : End tour

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