Portugal
At Smile Group Travel, we have strong links with all the relevant schools, clubs, and organizations across Portugal. Our local contacts help us organize the best possible tours for any sport, whether you are looking for a completely bespoke itinerary or want to take part in the many fantastic events and tournament festivals that we host.
Strong Sporting Culture & Quality Fixtures:
Sport is a major part of Portuguese culture, and visiting teams are always welcomed with genuine warmth and enthusiasm.
Football, Rugby, Hockey, Netball, and Cricket are among the most popular touring disciplines, with passionate local clubs and academies ready to host well-matched fixtures. Playing surfaces and training facilities are world-class, providing excellent multi-sport infrastructure that is ideal for tournament days, intensive training blocks, or inter-school challenges. Furthermore, with the excellent regional connectivity and streamlined travel setups, moving between your accommodation, the pitches, and cultural sites is quick and stress-free.
Off- Pitch Activities:
Off the field, Portugal offers plenty to keep groups entertained!! Vibrant cities and coastal towns serve as places where students and athletes can explore local shops, traditional cafés, and lively marina waterfronts.
Impressive historic sites such as castles, fortresses, and stunning cathedrals work as a spectacular panoramic backdrops for team photos! Scenic walks along golden coastlines and world-famous beaches give groups the perfect chance to decompress and have a break from sport, while the country's cultural landmarks and outdoor adventure parks offer engaging stops that work brilliantly for mixed-age groups!
Accomodation and Logistics:
Accommodation options for sports groups in Portugal are exceptional and are geared for teams, featuring reliable catering suited for athletes, group-friendly layouts, and dedicated communal spaces for tactical meetings, video reviews, or team social time.
Logistics are incredibly straight forward: short flights from the UK, seamless airport transfers, and the convenience of modern sporting complexes that often place training pitches, dining, and premium amenities!
What our customers say about us
"Many thanks to Smile for giving the boys their first opportunity at recognising what is involved in a rugby tour!"
"The boys had two great fixtures against tough opposition. They were hosted in true Irish style! The hotel was perfect for what the boys needed, we were very well looked after. Many thanks to Smile for giving the boys their first opportunity at recognising what is involved in a rugby tour!"
"Many memorable experiences."
“Smile has built some long-standing relationships on the island which facilitated many memorable experiences. Whether it was a medical matter or the opportunity to engage with some of the cricket legends, Smile’s hosts and organisers demonstrated a standard of excellence. We are looking forward to Smile-ing again!”
"Touring with Smile Group Travel earlier in the year was a massive part of our preparation"
"We had a fantastic season, winning the under-18 national T20 as well as getting to finals day for the under-15s.
"Touring with Smile Group Travel earlier in the year was a massive part of our preparation. We put a lot of planning into our tours to ensure our pupils not only get a fantastic experience but also get the top sporting preparation and challenge we want for, from our tours. Everything we try to do is to as high quality as possible for our pupils and Smile certainly help us to make that happen."