Plan your sports tour with experts
Edwin Doran Sports Tours combine unmatched safety, world-class support and over 50 years of expertise to deliver sports tours that enrich players long after they return home. From high-performance fixtures to global destination knowledge, we give teachers and coaches the confidence to lead unforgettable experiences.
What teachers say
Edwin Doran Sports Tours is the official travel partner of Independent Coach Education. Hear directly from PE staff and Directors of Sport on why they choose Edwin Doran again and again.
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Fantastic experience from start to finish. Amazing hotel and fixtures were very competitive.
Bancroft’s School
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A truly outstanding experience getting to see the sights and culture of South Africa. Expertly facilitated by the team at Edwin Doran providing us with a full agenda of activities and rugby making a wonderful experience for players, coaches and parents.
Chester Rufc
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Sri Lanka is one of the best places to learn about playing tough cricket. All the boys rose to the challenge and thoroughly enjoyed the whole experience.
Hampton School
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Outstanding tour coordinated yet again by Edwin Doran, extremely helpful pre-departure, during the tour and fantastic aftercare.
St Joseph’s RFC
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Without a doubt the best tour I have ever been on! The organisation from Edwin Doran was outstanding, the standard of netball was matched with us perfectly and the cultural experiences for our girls were fantastic. This was certainly a trip of a lifetime for all involved!
JAGS
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Excellent service provided by Edwin Doran. Josie and Craig were both brilliant and very informative to ensure the booking and tour itself went smoothly. A well-planned trip, thank you.
Bede Sixth Form College
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The tour ran smoothly from booking to arriving in Malaysia, all questions and concerns were answered promptly and dealt with professionally. No question was to small to be handled and while in Malaysia the bookings and trips were all executed brilliantly.
Sutton Valence School
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This was a 5* experience for us from the quality of hockey and netball played to the hospitality and range of cultural experiences. By far the best tour I have been on in my tour experience.
Stamford High School
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Edwin Doran were extremely professional in arranging a school sports tour for 70 students taking part in multiple sports at different locations. The itinerary was perfect and enabled students to experience sport and other cultures. They were readily available to contact throughout the process and were quick to organise and adapt. Would recommend.
Queen Elizabeth II High School
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The tour was excellent, the clubs we visited were really hospitable and welcoming, and the matches provided us with a really good level of competition. The coaches that did the training sessions with us were really knowledgeable and enthusiastic, and the students and myself all learnt loads.
Bedales School
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The activities were fun and engaging for the students and staff. The students had a great time, from start to finish we knew we were in safe hands with Edwin Doran. Thank you for your continuous support throughout the whole experience, we will definitely be using Edwin Doran again!
Skinners Academy
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Edwin Doran were absolutely first class and made the whole process an enjoyable one. They were always on hand to help and extremely professional.
Salisbury Cathedral School
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We used Edwin Doran for a basketball trip to Sri Lanka, this was a brilliant choice as nothing was too much trouble so we got to focus on enjoying our trip. Everything promised was delivered and more. I cannot recommend them enough.
Royal Engineers Basketball
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Thank you to all at Edwin Doran Sports Tours for making our tour to South Africa so enjoyable. It was a huge success both on and off the field, the fixtures were perfect and I again thank you for all your help and professionalism.
Old Swinford Hospital School
Our promises
Over 50 years of expertise
We know exactly what it takes to deliver an unforgettable sports tour.
Personal, friendly service
One dedicated tour operator – consistent support every step.
Satisfaction and security
As part of The Experience Education Group, you benefit from exceptional financial protection and robust safety standards.
How we support you throughout your journey
Dedicated support from day one
From your very first enquiry, you’ll work with a dedicated tour specialist who takes the time to understand your goals, team and requirements. We’ll guide you through every stage of planning, offering clear advice and tailored recommendations to help you build the right tour for your group.
Expert guidance every step of the way
As your tour develops, we’re here to make the process straightforward and stress-free. From refining your itinerary to answering questions around logistics, safety and budgeting, our experienced team ensures nothing is overlooked – giving you the confidence to lead your trip with ease.
On-tour support and beyond
Our support doesn’t stop when you travel. With trusted in-destination partners and 24-hour assistance, you’ll always have someone to turn to while you’re away. And once you’re back, we’re here to help with feedback, future planning and your next unforgettable tour.
Plan with experts, book with confidence
From the first call to the final whistle, we’re with you all the way. Contact our Sports team on 0203 627 7983 or request a quote below.
From planning to packing,
your group travel questions, answered
What is the deposit structure?
When you make your booking, you must submit a signed booking form and pay an initial deposit as notified to you at the point of booking. This will, unless otherwise informed, amount to;
- UK Coach Tours: £75
- European Coach Tours: £150
- Short Haul Air Tours: £250
- Long Haul Tours: £350
A second interim deposit will be required on all tours. The due date for the second interim deposit will be made known to you at the time of booking and is generally 2 to 4 months after the first deposit has been received depending upon how close to departure you pay your first deposit. This will, unless otherwise informed, amount to;
- European Coach Tours: £150
- Short Haul Air Tours: £150
- Long Haul Tours: £350
Do you provide risk assessments?
We can provide information to help you complete your specific risk assessment. Please speak to your Tour Operator regarding any risk assessment queries you might have. As a fully assured member of the School Travel Forum (STF) our health and safety assessments meet the requirements of the STF. We also hold the LOtC Quality Badge.
Do we need travel insurance?
Yes. We provide travel insurance in partnership with Endsleigh Insurance which offers a policy specifically designed for your tour itinerary.
How do you aim to get the right standard of fixtures?
Upon booking, we will send a group information form which will ask for further information regarding your fixture requirements, including team strengths. We will also arrange a virtual meeting or phone call to discuss your teams in more detail.
What support will I have from Edwin Doran whilst on tour?
A member of our team will be contactable 24/7 via an emergency number which can be found in your final tour pack. See our full list of accreditations to see how we’re committed to providing sports tours that adhere to the highest health and safety standards.
