Situated just east of the main Windward Island chain, but very much the beating heart of the West Indies cricket scene, Barbados is an absolute must of a destination for any touring club or school team.
We’ve been organising cricket tours to Barbados for players and fans for over ten years and have built great relationships with our partners on the island, so you can relax in the knowledge that our tours are seamless, stress-free and packed with excursions to the must-see and the little known.
With a cricket club for nearly every square mile of land, it’s no surprise that this tiny island has produced an extraordinary number of world-class cricketers, and it’s this incredible heritage that makes the club and school tours to Barbados so popular.
Walking out into some of the most hallowed grounds in cricket’s history is an experience that’s hard to beat, and facing the infamous, blisteringly-paced bowlers, that seem to grow on trees here, is a sure-fire way to sharpen the skills of players, young or old.
Cricket matches happen all the time in Barbados, so there’ll always be an opportunity between your own games to catch some action elsewhere – a Test Match or One Day International at the Kensington Oval in Bridgetown perhaps, a quality local league match, or even a friendly few wickets on the beach.
Great accommodation options, for all levels, mean everyone can experience laid-back, beach-life Bajan style – check out our suggested itineraries below, or give one of our West Indies’ experts a call on 020 3844 8444 to talk about your requirements.
14 Day Cricket Tour Itinerary
This tour may be hosted by Sir Gordon Greenidge or Desmond Haynes (ex-West Indies batsman).
Day 1: Depart London Gatwick
On arrival in Barbados, you will be met by an International Cricket Tours rep who will transfer you to your selected accommodation where you will spend the next 9 nights. The transfer will take approximately 20 minutes for the South Coast or 45 minutes for the West Coast.
Evening: At your leisure to settle in and acclimatise, with a briefing from your Cricket Ambassador. You will be given a mobile phone in order to keep in touch with him regarding the matches.
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Day 2: At leisure
Wake up for your morning training session at the Franklyn Stephenson Academy. After training, enjoy lunch and play a T20 game either between yourselves or v a local team.
Transfer to and from the center included. Enjoy the evening at your leisure.
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Day 3: Cricket
Fixture 1 Vs The Lodge School (40 Overs 11am)
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Day 4: Cricket
Fixture 2 - Vs Windward Club (45 Overs 11am)
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Day 5: Cricket
Fixture 3 - Vs Grantley Adams School (40 Overs 11am)
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Day 6: Excursion
Rest Day and enjoy a Catamaran Cruise round the island.
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Day 7: Cricket
Fixture 4 Vs North Stars Club (45 Overs 11am)
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Day 8: At Leisure/optional excursion
Perhaps golf at Sandy Lane or lunch at the resort for non-players.
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Day 9: Cricket
Fixture 5 - Internal game or rest day depending on how many players your team has
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Day 10: At leisure/excursion
Afternoon Storied Cocktail Tour with transportation to Mount Gay Rum Distillery.
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Day 14: Depart Barbados
Arrive in London the following day for onward travel.
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This is a provisional itinerary to give you ideas and may be changed accordingly, and hosting may vary dependant on who is available. All our matches include: – Round-trip match transfers for the team – Refreshments for both sides – Ground preparation – Use of match facilities, including a BCA official umpire
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Gresham’s School (Norfolk) had an amazing week in Barbados for a pre-season Cricket tour. The organisation and administration was superb and our liaison officer was with us throughout the week to check arrangements and sorted out any small issues we had , instantly. The boys had a wonderful week, playing[...]
Gresham’s School
As a team with the mixed ability, we flew to the island not knowing what to expect. Our airport welcome was excellent with cold towels and water. The short transfer time to our South Coast hotel was a bonus. The matches and opponents left us reeling at times but the[...]
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