Action Youth's Soccer Adventures



 
HOLLAND - THE HAARLEM CUP: Tour # 16 - August 1 / 8, 2011
 
Soccer Tour Itinerary
Soccer Tour Itinerary
Day 1 - Monday, August 1
  • Depart North America for Holland
Day 2 - Tuesday, August 2
  • Arrive into Amsterdam upon arrival you are met by your Tour Director and a private bus for the transfer to your accommodation.
  • Arrive at your hotel and check in for a 6 night stay, with breakfast daily.
  • Optional coaching session this afternoon and orientation
  • Team Coaches Meet at 9 pm.
Day 3 - Wednesday, August 3
  • The 26th Haarlem Cup in Holland starts this morning with Round 1. All teams play a minimum of 6 games, on first-class grass pitches.
  • 8.00 pm Haarlem Cup Opening Ceremony in EDO Stadium, Haarlem. More than 10,000 spectators attend this spectacular event which features an Olympic Parade, a big Soccer Game and a Fireworks Show.
Day 4 - Thursday, August 4
Haarlem Cup Round 1 games continue - 25 to 30 minute halves.
  • In between the tournament games there is the opportunity for sightseeing
  • We suggest a visit into Amsterdam to see the canals and sightseeing attractions - including Ann Frank's House and the Art Museums.
  • Afternoon Mayor's Reception at Haarlem Town Hall - 2 reps per team.
  • Penalty Cup competition preliminary round and also Disco Party.
Day 5 - Friday, August 5
  • Round 2 games commence today - the top 2 teams in each pool progress to the A Finals and the lower-placed teams progress to the B Finals. As Round 1, teams are divided into pools of 4 or 5 teams on a league basis.
  • More optional sightseeing available possibly to the beach or maybe to the Hague the capital of Holland, or to a Cheese Factory.
  • Disco Party this evening for the players and official pub visit for adults.
Day 6 - Saturday, August 6
  • Haarlem Cup Quarter and Semi Finals are played today. Also, the B Finals will be played today too.
  • Optional sightseeing available possibly to Rotterdam or maybe for the ladies a visit the Delft?
  • The Haarlem Cup Disco Party this evening - lots of fun!
Day 7 - Sunday, August 7
  • Haarlem Cup Finals' Day at the EDO Stadium with many spectators. Splendid Prizes are presented to the finalists after the Finals.
  • Barbecue Party this evening as the climax of the Tournament.
Day 8 - Monday, August 8
  • Depart hotel after breakfast for Schipol Airport, Amsterdam for our return flight home.
Click for larger images.