Overview
Take your soccer team to Manchester, England, for the trip of a lifetime, where they'll enhance their skills in friendly matches against local teams. They’ll join thousands of passionate fans at a professional soccer match in an atmosphere that can’t be replicated anywhere. Tour the historic Manchester stadiums –– Old Trafford and Etihad Stadium. Deepen your soccer knowledge at the Manchester United Museum, the Manchester United Megastore, and the National Football Museum. Your team will also explore the historic cities of Liverpool and Conwy.
Itinerary
Day 1
Overnight flight to England (Manchester)
Day 2
Meet your Tour Director
Your 24-hour Tour Director will meet you at the airport and remain with your group until your final airport departure.
Welcome meeting and orientation
Training session led by your own coaching staff
Participate in a training session at a local field in the area.
Dinner
Day 3
Chester excursion
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.
Attend professional soccer match (pending availability)
Attend a professional soccer match. Seeing international players compete in person would itself be unforgettable, but add the passionate crowds singing, cheering and chanting and you will enter an atmosphere that can only be understood through personal experience. Please note: This activity is subject to availability as it is based on the league’s fixture list at the dates the group is travelling.
Dinner
Day 4
Professional coaching clinic
Participate in this special clinic with a guest coach, player, or instructor. The clinic is designed exclusively for your team and to enhance your skills in the areas identified by your coaching staff.
Manchester United Museum & Old Trafford stadium guided visit
See the home of the most famous soccer teams in the world. Manchester United's stadium, Old Trafford, hosts one of Britain's most storied football clubs, and you'll get a behind-the-scenes look at the seats, changing rooms, and field. Fill in any gaps in your trivia and stats knowledge at the on-site museum.
Manchester United Megastore
Spend time exploring and shopping in the world-renowned Manchester United Megastore. From shirts to scarves, mugs to mouse pads, everything a Manchester United could possibly want can be found here. More than 800 product lines fill the over 17,000-square-foot shop, one of the largest football stores in the world, welcoming over a million visitors each year.
Dinner
Day 5
Liverpool excursion
Explore Liverpool’s rich maritime heritage and musical legacy. Walk along the historic Albert Dock, see the Beatles statue at Pier Head, and visit the Cavern Quarter, where the band first rose to fame. Along the way, learn how Liverpool’s port shaped global trade, migration, and culture.
Dinner
Day 6
National Football Museum visit
Drama, history, skill, art, style, faith, passion. Football! Experience the world's greatest sport at the National Football Museum. Whether you're a football fanatic or simply visiting Manchester, you're sure to enjoy exploring the world’s biggest football museum. Discover the greatest players, managers, and teams in the English game and learn about the legends honored in the English Football Hall of Fame.
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 7
Training session led by your own coaching staff
Participate in a training session at a local field in the area.
Etihad Manchester City Stadium guided visit
Dinner
Day 8
Conwy excursion (North Wales)
Explore the historic walled town of Conwy and its impressive Conwy Castle, built by Edward I in the 13th century. Walk along the medieval streets, learn about Wales’s royal past, and enjoy free time to explore the shops and sights within the town’s remarkably preserved walls.
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
TourFlex: Your Experience, Your Way
Explore Your Way
- Add experiences like theater tickets or unique excursions
- Swap activities for ones that better serve your group
- Extend the learning through go-aheads or stay-behinds
Go Your Way
- Choose the most accessible departure airport for your group
- Opt for 2-, 3-, or 4-star hotels that are centrally located or a convenient ride to major itinerary attractions
Dine Your Way
- Opt for pre-selected meals or encourage exploration by dining on your own
- Enjoy 2-3 course, culturally representative meals or opt for 3-course, authentic dinners at local restaurants
Already Included
WorldStrides Tour Director: A dynamic destination expert who makes learning come to life by leading your group's activities and discussions
Transportation to & from your destination
Hotel accommodations
Daily meals, with options varying by program. Ask your Account Manager for details
Admissions to top attractions (details in itinerary)
Guided sightseeing tours & city walks (details in itinerary)
Tickets to local games/matches (details in itinerary)
WorldAssist staff members available 24/7/365 should your group need extra help
High school credit for students in grades 6-12, or college credit for students in grades 9-12, upon completion of the travel program and required WorldStrides online coursework
Dedicated team practice time (details in itinerary)
Scenes from Manchester
Health & Safety
Additional health and safety measures may be available within your respective destination. Refer to your program-specific materials for complete details.
Financial Assistance
Financial Assistance
WorldStrides provides over $2.5 million in financial assistance each year to thousands of families. Families with annual adjusted gross incomes of less than $85,000 may qualify. One simple call to Customer Service and you’ll know how much may be available for your trip even before signing up. Please note: financial assistance is given on a first-come, first-served basis.
Payment Plans
Advantage Payment Plan
At program sign-up you can opt to pay in full, or break up the cost of your trip with the Advantage Payment Plan. This plan allows you to pay a small initial deposit, then have your remaining payments spread out into affordable monthly amounts.
EZPay
We offer an EZPay option, which is a simple way to pay for your WorldStrides program by scheduling hassle-free, automatic drafts from your checking account. With EZPay, you'll never be late or miss an installment.
Fundraising Tools
Our easy-to-use tools put students in the driver's seat of their own fundraising efforts. Students can send e-cards, share links on social media, and even send out printed letters through WorldStrides' Gift of Education program. In one click friends and family members can make a direct donation to the trip - with 100% of the money raised going to offset their trip price. Thousands of students pay for their entire trip each year through the Gift of Education.
Also, WorldStrides makes program-specific scholarships available as well as other scholarship resources. Ask your Account Manager for more information about scholarships and fundraising tools.