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The Capitals Cup Paris Rugby Tournament
The Capitals Cup Youth Rugby Tournament in Paris for U13 teams is the latest addition to our range of rugby tournaments in European capital cities. Paris is an excellent rugby tour destination which is why Tours 4 Sport have decided to host this tournament annually for U13 youth rugby teams. Tours 4 Sport have been organising rugby tours to Paris for several years so you know you'll be well looked after at the tournament and in the city itself. Your accommodation will be a 2* hotel in the city close to the tournament venue with shops, bars and restaurants all at walking distance.
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With a maximum of 10 teams per tournament, places are limited and will sell out quickly so book your team in now for The Capitals Cup Paris Rugby Tournament 2009. Contact Us
Tournament Dates
Friday 1st May - Monday 4th May 2009
Tournament Age Groups
Under 13 Youth Rugby Teams
Cost
Only £299 per person based on a minimum of 30 (discounts available for larger groups)

What's Included?
- Executive coach travel from your pick up point. Coach has a DVD player, toilet, seat belts and will stay with the group for the duration of the tour.
- Return ferry crossings via Dover/Calais.
- Bed and Breakfast in 2* hotel accommodation in Paris close to the tournament venue. En-suite rooms, bar and restaurant.
- Two day rugby tournament with group stages and finals.
- Full Rugby Kit and £500 Tour Voucher for the winning team.
- Presentation ceremony with prizes and trophies.
- A range of activities including stadium tours, city tours, professional coaching and more.
- Full-time tournament staff on hand throughout your tour.
- Dedicated rugby tour manager to help with management and administration before departure.
- Payment protection.
The Tournament
The Capitals Cup Paris Rugby Tournament is open to U13 teams and will be played according to the rules of the French Rugby Federation. Each team will play at least 5 matches throughout the tournament and matches will consist of 12 minute matches on a half size rugby pitch. After a warm up on the first morning, each team will split into groups and play a number of matches.
On Finals' Day, the group winners will compete for the inaugural Paris Capitals Cup. The two second placed teams will play for the Trophy, the third placed teams for the Plate, the two fourth placed teams for the shield, and the two fifth placed teams will compete to avoid the Wooden Spoon.
The Tournament Hospitality
All group leaders will be invited to a meeting on Friday evening to confirm tournament format and regulations. The Tournament Draw will then be made. The Tournament will be officially opened at Raeburn Place on the Saturday morning, by a Special Guest.

During the Rugby on both days, the host club will stage an excellent BBQ and stock the bar high with drinks and refreshments. The Tournament will culminate with an awards ceremony and party at Edinburgh Academicals RFC. The winning captains will be presented with the trophies and prizes by a very special guest. All guests will be entertained by live music, drinks and food
Tournament Itinerary
FRIDAY 1st May 2009
Teams transported to Paris via coach and ferry
Check into excellent accommodation
Team Leaders’ meeting and Tournament draw
Optional excursions available
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SATURDAY 2nd May 2009
Continental Breakfast
Teams transferred to Tournament Venue
Group games commence
Lunch provided for players
Evening transfer to accommodation
Free Evening to explore Paris
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SUNDAY 3rd May 2009
Continental Breakfast
Teams transferred to Tournament Venue
Finals’ day
Tournament presentation and awards ceremony
Return to accommodation
Free evening in Paris
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MONDAY 4th May 2009
Continental Breakfast
Check-Out of the accommodation
Transfer home
Accommodation in Paris
Your Paris Accommodation has been specifically chosen from our extensive experience of working with youth rugby groups in Paris, as a 2* hotel close to the tournament venue and a short walk from shops, bars and restaurants it's in the ideal location close to Paris city centre and a short coach journey or metro ride into the city centre. All rooms are twin or triple ensuite.
Travel
On Day One of the tour, you will be met at your home club by one of our Executive Coaches. Your friendly driver will welcome you aboard and transport you to Paris. Each Coach will be fitted with Air-Conditioning, an onboard toilet and a DVD/Video facility. Your coach will be available throughout the weekend to transfer you to the Tournament Venues, before taking you home on the Monday. Ferry crossings will be via Dover/Calais.
Optional Activities
- Stadium Tour of Stade de France
- City Tour of Paris by foot or bus
- River Cruise on the Seine
- Professional Coaching from Stade Francais players.
- Visit to the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, Louvre,
- Paintball
- 1/2 day visit to Disneyland Paris
- Bowling
- Karting
- and more....
Paris Testimonials
"Very good service and extremely supportive staff, our team had a great time in Paris and will be going back again next year! "
JG, Folkestone RFC Paris Rugby Tour
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