Top 5 bucket list sports travel experiences around the world
- Amy Joseph
- Sep 16
- 4 min read
Why sports travel belongs on your bucket list
There’s arguably nothing better in life than combining two of your great passions – and for sport and travel-lovers, there are some sports travel experiences that you’re bound to have on your bucket list!
But sometimes you need a little help getting the stars to align – between sorting out travel dates, ticketing, accommodation, transfers and any other activities along the way, there’s a lot to consider, especially if you’re travelling at a peak time to a sports tourism destination. Luckily, our expert Travel Advisors can ensure every stage of your holiday is as seamless as possible.
Here are our top 5 bucket list sports events, and how we can help you tick them off.
Go to The Championships, Wimbledon: the ultimate tennis adventure in England
Did you enjoy watching Wimbledon this year and think you might like to be there in person next time?
We work with a variety of partners who specialise in sports event travel, so we can offer specific Wimbledon travel packages that vary in length and how many days of tennis you’d like to watch. Packages include 5-star accommodation, tennis tickets, private transfers to and from the courts and access to Wimbledon’s famed debentures (premium seats and exclusive restaurants and bars). Or you’re looking for something different, the FBI Travel team can put together a bespoke leisure travel package for you, including further travel around the UK once you’ve had your fill of tennis and strawberries and cream.
Experience the glamour of A Formula 1 Grand Prix
There are many different destination options when it comes to ticking a Formula 1 Grand Prix off your sports travel bucket list. We can sort you out with a range of different length Formula 1 travel packages that include Paddock Club or premium grandstand seating, trackside hospitality with gourmet dining, pit lane walks, and insider experiences.
If you’re looking to live the high life in Monaco, some of our preferred cruise partners offer cruising packages that include tickets or will arrive or depart either side of a race. Our preferred cruising partners include Explora Journeys, Crystal Cruises, Windstar Cruises and Scenic, who all offer options for the Formula 1 Tag Heur Grand Prix de Monaco – and our experts would be more than happy to recommend the package that is most suited to your travel needs.
If cruising isn’t for you, we can sort you out with luxury accommodation, meals, spa days (to break up the race days) or even private yacht transfers. And if you’re looking to extend your stay in the region, why not let us plan a Mediterranean cruise for you or a post-race trip to the French Riviera?
Follow the Tour de France for a bucket list cycling adventure
If you’re a cycling enthusiast, there’s scarcely a more exciting time of year than when the Tour de France rolls around (pardon the pun). And for those who dream of following the tour, there are many ways that our Travel Advisors can make this dream come true.
We can create a curated cycling itinerary that follows a key stage or stages of the tour. Love the dramatic mountain climbs? Let’s take you to the Alps. Always longed to see the iconic finish on the Champs-Élysées? We can make sure you have a prime hotel and viewing spot in Paris.
It seems a waste to go all the way to France and not explore some of our Virtuoso luxury add-ons too – like fine wine tasting in Bordeaux, a classic château stay, or gourmet dining experiences in Lyon. This could be the perfect holiday for you and your cycling club to take together, and our Group Travel team would love to curate and coordinate this for you!
Combine football and adventure and see the 2026 FIFA World Cup
Football (or soccer) fans who love to travel will be in seventh heaven next year, as the FIFA World Cup is on and it’s spanning three countries – the US, Canada and Mexico. If you don’t fancy tackling a multi-country itinerary yourself, we can take care of all the planning and booking for you to make the travel a breeze.
If you just want to focus on one section of the competition, in one country, for example, Canada, our partners at OnLocation have specific country packages available that provide you with options of single matches or multiple matches. Or if the destination is less important to you than the team you’re supporting, there’s even a package that allows you to follow a specific team cross-country throughout the competition.
Catch the ICC Men's T20 World Cup, 2026 live in India and Sri Lanka
Travelling to developing countries can sometimes feel overwhelming, which is why letting trusted hands plan, book and support you on your journey is a great approach.
The 2026 Cricket World Cup traverses a range of different Sri Lankan and Indian cities –truly fascinating and rewarding places to visit – but the travel logistics are best left to the experts. Our Travel Advisors can create a tailored itinerary for you and your travel companions through the different host cities, including flights, accommodation and reliable transfers to and from each game.
If you’re looking to add a touch of luxury to the trip, as a Virtuoso agency we can give you access to iconic stays like the Taj Mahal Palace in Mumbai or Amangalla in Sri Lanka. If you have time to add some cultural experiences to your itinerary or would like to join a group tour with a touring company to see more of the region, our Travel Advisors can arrange anything you like – from a cruise on Kerala backwaters, to a multi-day itinerary across one or both countries with an expert local guide!
Wherever you’re going and whatever bucket list sports events you’re planning on travelling for, our expert Travel Advisors can curate tailored itineraries and give you access to VIP sports travel experiences. But most importantly, we’ll provide you with personalised support in every stage of your planning, booking and travelling journey. Contact us to start ticking travel experiences off your bucket list today.
