When you’re leading a school sports tour, the details matter. You want your students safe, supported, and inspired. You want your fixtures well matched, your logistics watertight, and your experience smooth from start to finish. And you need a school tour operator who takes as much pride in your team’s journey as you do.
At Edwin Doran Sports Tours, we believe in being big enough to cope, small enough to care. That means harnessing the strength of a leading global operator, while delivering the kind of personal, attentive service that makes every teacher, coach, and student feel looked after from the first enquiry to the flight home.
The planning stage: Clarity and confidence
Planning a tour doesn’t have to feel overwhelming. Our dedicated Edwin Doran team works with you to map out the experience, piece by piece. Fixtures are carefully matched, itineraries balanced, and no detail is too small to cover.
As one Group Leader put it:
“Josie Moore went above and beyond to cover all details in great depth and was fully available throughout, adding her expertise and advice. She was outstanding.”
St Faith’s School
This kind of reassurance means you can feel confident that nothing has been left to chance.
On the ground: Support you can see
Once you arrive in your destination, the value of having experienced staff by your side is clear. We have people based in destinations like Cape Town and have strong links with ground reps across our destinations, who know the local culture, venues, and suppliers inside out. They’re there to help, to fix, and to smooth the way so you can focus on your students.
“St Anselm’s College would fully recommend Edwin Doran Sports Tours, what they said and promised they delivered and having their staff always at locations and on hand was a great support and made the whole experience really safe and rewarding.”
St Anselm’s College, Birkenhead
“Our Tour of Cape Town was really well planned and the support we got on the ground from Will and Kevin was exceptional and the best I have had in 28 years of running tours.”
St Paul’s School
That kind of presence makes teachers feel supported and students feel safe.
Beyond Expectations: People Who Care
For us, support is more than logistics. It’s about people who genuinely care about the impact a tour can have. Sometimes that means going further than anyone expects.
“Kevin Smith was incredibly kind and went the extra mile in all areas of support for our group. He even purchased 70 chairs, contents for the new medical centre I had built, and school shoes for Makukhanye school. They are both huge assets to Edwin Doran and they made our trip extra special.”
St Faith’s School
It’s this mix of professionalism and personal touch that sets us apart.
Fixtures that inspire
One of the biggest concerns for any Group Leader is whether the fixtures on your sports tour will be right. With decades of experience and a network of trusted partners, we ensure games are competitive, safe, and rewarding for all levels.
“Having used Edwin Doran Sports Tours for many years we were confident that the fixtures would be well matched… I couldn’t fault the standard of any fixture.”
Pate’s Grammar School
Your players return not just with memories, but with genuine sporting growth.
Smooth Journeys, Flexible Adventures
Every trip is different, which is why flexibility matters. Some groups want a fast-paced itinerary, while others prefer time to relax and take in the sights. Our Edwin Doran team listens and adapts, so your students get the perfect balance.
“They allowed some flexibility in the itinerary whilst we were there to enjoy extra time on the beaches. All questions and queries were dealt with… we had the best time.”
Stover School
“Excellent service provided by Edwin Doran, Josie and Craig were both brilliant and very informative to ensure booking and the tour itself went smoothly.”
Bede Sixth Form College
Peace of Mind from Start to Finish
From the moment you book until the day you return, you’ll never feel like you’re doing this alone. That’s what Group Leaders value most.
“Throughout the process of booking to being on tour, Edwin Doran were with us every step of the way, providing excellent service.”
King’s High for Girls, Warwick
“We would definitely recommend Edwin Doran for organising a sports tour. All elements of the itinerary were planned and delivered extremely well.”
Garforth Villa
A sports tour isn’t just about travel and fixtures. It’s about giving young people a life-changing experience – and giving Group Leaders the confidence, support, and freedom to make it happen.
With Edwin Doran, you’re not just working with a large company that can deliver; you’re working with people who genuinely care. Big enough to cope. Small enough to care. And always here for you.
See how our Edwin Doran team can tailor your school’s sports tour by requesting a quote online or by calling us on 020 3617 7983
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