SportsLink Travel’s Hockey World Cup 2026 tours are now open for booking!
Join SportsLink Travel for an unforgettable supporter experience as the Hockeyroos and Kookaburras compete for hockey’s biggest prize in Amsterdam and Brussels.
From 15-30 August 2026, the world’s best hockey nations will gather across Amsterdam’s Wagener Stadium and Belfius Hockey Arena in Wavre, Belgium for 16 days of world-class hockey action. Our tour positions you perfectly for 16 nights of unforgettable moments.
Since 2002, we’ve been creating stories you’ll tell for 20 years—taking Aussie fans to the Olympics, FIFA World Cup, and Rugby World Cup. Now it’s hockey’s turn with our incredible Hockey World Cup 2026 tours.
About the Hockey World Cup 2026
The FIH Hockey World Cup 2026 features the world’s top hockey nations competing across 16 days of thrilling action. The tournament culminates in medal matches across two venues:
- Wagener Stadium, Amsterdam – Women’s Bronze & Gold Medal matches
- Belfius Hockey Arena, Wavre – Men’s Bronze & Gold Medal matches
This prestigious tournament, held every four years, is hockey’s pinnacle event outside of the Olympics. Australia has an incredible record at the Hockey World Cup, with both the Hockeyroos and Kookaburras having claimed multiple titles throughout their history.
Hockey World Cup 2026 Tour Dates and Locations
Dates: August 14-30, 2026 (16 nights)
Locations: Amsterdam, Netherlands & Brussels, Belgium
Your Hockey World Cup 2026 tour accommodation is secured in Amsterdam (Hockeyroos) and Brussels (Kookaburras), so you’re perfectly positioned for all matches.
Tour Ambassador
Eddie Ockenden – Kookaburras legend and Hockey World Cup 2026 Tour Ambassador
Eddie Ockenden is one of Australia’s most decorated hockey players, with over 300 caps for the Kookaburras. A key member of Australia’s Olympic bronze medal team (Tokyo 2020) and multiple World Cup campaigns.
Choose Your Hockey World Cup 2026 Experience
Hockeyroos Supporter Package
Follow the Hockeyroos as they chase World Cup glory. Our Hockeyroos World Cup 2026 travel packages include tickets to all pool games, Semi Final, and Final as the Women pursue victory at Amsterdam’s Wagener Stadium.
Base: Amsterdam, Netherlands
Kookaburras Supporter Package
Cheer on the Kookaburras hunting World Cup glory. Our Kookaburras World Cup 2026 tours put you in the stadium for all pool games through to the Gold Medal match at Belfius Hockey Arena, Wavre.
Base: Brussels/Wavre, Belgium
What’s Included in Our Hockey World Cup 2026 Tours?
Every SportsLink Travel Hockey World Cup 2026 travel package includes:
🏆 All match tickets for your chosen package
🏨 16 nights accommodation with breakfast daily
🎉 Supporter social events throughout the tournament
🎤 Exclusive panel discussions with past Australian players
👕 Tour merchandise included
🤝 Dedicated on-ground support throughout your tour
Tour Experiences:
🥂 Welcome Drinks – Kick off your tour with fellow supporters
🎤 Pre-Finals Event – Match preview and panel discussion
📺 Finals Watch Parties – (if not attending in other city)
Need flights or extras? SportsLink Travel can assist with international flights, travel insurance, sightseeing, tours, and more. Contact: [email protected]
More Than Just Hockey
🏎️ Dutch F1 Grand Prix | 21-25 August 2026 | Zandvoort, Netherlands
The Formula 1 Dutch Grand Prix at Circuit Zandvoort takes place during the Hockey World Cup finals weekend. Add this iconic motorsport experience to your tour itinerary.
🚣 World Rowing Championships | 24-30 August 2026 | Rotterdam, Netherlands
The World Rowing Championships run concurrently with the Hockey World Cup pool stages. Experience another world-class sporting event just a short train ride from Amsterdam.
Ask us about adding these events to your package!
Frequently Asked Questions
1. How many matches will I see?
- Kookaburras Supporters (Wavre): 3 pool matches + 2 second round matches + Semi Final & Finals.
- Hockeyroos Supporters (Amsterdam): 3 pool matches + 2 second round matches + Semi Final & Finals.
2. Where are the finals played?
- Men’s Final / 3rd v 4th: Wavre, Belgium
- Women’s Final / 3rd v 4th: Amsterdam, Netherlands
- Semifinals: 1 in each city
- 5th-16th Classification: Split between both cities
3. What if our team plays in the opposite city?
- We will look to arrange transport to take the group to the game and back. This will be at additional cost.
4. Can I buy individual match tickets?
- Tickets for individual matches (including finals) will be made available after the main supporters group and families for that team have been allocated.
Deposit Policy
Kookaburras Supporter Package
Single share - $9,595 per person
Twin / Double Share - $5,995 per person
Hockeyroos Supporter Package
Single share - $9,595 per person
Twin / Double Share - $5,995 per person
HOCKEYROOS SUPPORTER ITINERARY
Day 1 - Arrival Day
Fri 14 Aug
| Amsterdam, Netherlands – Hotel check-in from 3:00 PM. Welcome drinks function with fellow Hockeyroos supporters in the evening. |
Day 2 - Game Day 1
Sat 15 Aug
| Hockeyroos vs Japan – 10:00 AM – Game day ticket includes access to all 4 matches. Stay at the stadium as long as you like. |
Day 3 - Watch Party
Sun 16 Aug
| Amsterdam Watch Party – Local venue gathering to watch Kookaburras vs Ireland (11:30 AM). Afternoon at leisure to explore Amsterdam. |
Day 4 - Game Day 2
Mon 17 Aug
| Hockeyroos vs Netherlands – 6:00 PM – Arrive early to soak up the atmosphere against the host nation. Game day ticket includes access to all 4 matches. |
Day 5 - Watch Party
Tue 18 Aug
| Amsterdam Watch Party – Local venue gathering to watch Kookaburras vs Spain (2:00 PM). |
Day 6 - Game Day 3
Wed 19 Aug
| Hockeyroos vs Chile – 9:30 AM – Game day ticket includes access to all 4 matches. |
Day 7 - Watch Party
Thu 20 Aug
| Amsterdam Watch Party – Local venue gathering to watch Kookaburras vs South Africa (11:00 AM). |
Days 8-11 - Phase Two Games
Fri 21 - Mon 24 Aug
| Amsterdam – Phase two fixtures (opponents and times TBC). Venue at or near stadium for watch parties. Both teams likely playing same days. |
Days 12-13 - Rest Days
Tue 25 - Wed 26 Aug
| Amsterdam – Rest days. Optional sightseeing excursions to be announced. |
Day 14 - Semi-Finals / Classification
Thu 27 Aug
| Amsterdam or Wavre – Women’s classification games and semi-finals. Venue confirmation expected by 24 August. Transportation arranged if Amsterdam (may be additional cost). Watch party if Wavre. |
Day 15 - Men's Semi-Finals
Fri 28 Aug
| Amsterdam Watch Party – Men’s classification games and semi-finals. Watch party at local venue if Kookaburras in Wavre. |
Day 16 - Women's Finals
Sat 29 Aug
| Amsterdam – Bronze & Gold Medal Games – Tickets included for women’s finals (teams and times TBC). Limited additional tickets for Kookaburras guests (subject to availability and additional cost). Transport from Brussels available (additional cost). |
Day 17 - Tour Ends
Sun 30 Aug
| End of Hockeyroos Supporter Itinerary – Limited Kookaburras finals tickets available in Wavre. Contact us to add games and/or accommodation. |
KOOKABURRAS SUPPORTER ITINERARY
Day 1 - Arrival Day
Sat 15 Aug
| Brussels, Belgium – Hotel check-in from 3:00 PM. Welcome drinks function with fellow Kookaburras supporters in the evening. Hockeyroos opener watch party at local venue (10:00 AM, subject to availability). |
Day 2 - Game Day 1
Sun 16 Aug
| Kookaburras vs Ireland – 11:30 AM (Wavre) – Game day ticket includes access to all 4 matches. |
Day 3 - Watch Party
Mon 17 Aug
| Brussels Watch Party – Local venue gathering to watch Hockeyroos vs Netherlands (6:00 PM). |
Day 4 - Game Day 2
Tue 18 Aug
| Kookaburras vs Spain – 2:00 PM (Wavre) – Game day ticket includes access to all 4 matches. |
Day 5 - Watch Party
Wed 19 Aug
| Brussels Watch Party – Local venue gathering to watch Hockeyroos vs Chile (9:30 AM). Afternoon at leisure. |
Day 6 - Game Day 3
Thu 20 Aug
| Kookaburras vs South Africa – 11:00 AM (Wavre) – Game day ticket includes access to all 4 matches. |
Days 7-10 - Phase Two Games
Fri 21 - Mon 24 Aug
| Brussels / Wavre – Phase two fixtures (opponents and times TBC). Venue at or near stadium for Hockeyroos watch parties. Both teams likely playing same days. |
Days 11-12 - Rest Days
Tue 25 - Wed 26 Aug
| Brussels – Rest days. Optional sightseeing excursions to be announced. Pre-finals panel discussion may be scheduled (TBC). |
Day 13 - Women's Semi-Finals
Thu 27 Aug
| Amsterdam or Wavre – Women’s classification games and semi-finals. Venue confirmation expected by 24 August. Additional tickets available if Wavre (subject to availability and cost). Watch party if Amsterdam. |
Day 14 - Men's Semi-Finals
Fri 28 Aug
| Amsterdam or Wavre – Men’s classification games and semi-finals. Venue confirmation expected by 24 August. Transportation advised if Amsterdam. |
Day 15 - Women's Finals
Sat 29 Aug
| Amsterdam – Bronze & Gold Medal Games – Limited tickets available (subject to availability). Contact us to add games and/or transport/accommodation. |
Day 16 - Men's Finals
Sun 30 Aug
| Wavre – Bronze & Gold Medal Games – Kookaburras finals day. |
Day 17 - Tour Ends
Mon 31 Aug
| End of Kookaburras Supporter Itinerary |