Gridiron Heartland Tour 2026

From the Rockies to Lambeau: The Ultimate Football Road Trip.

Experience the very best of American football on an epic journey through the heartland of the United States. The Gridiron Heartland Tour combines iconic NFL game days, electric college football atmospheres, legendary stadiums, famous tailgates and some of America’s most passionate sporting cities.

From the Rocky Mountains of Colorado to the Frozen Tundra of Green Bay, you’ll witness football where it means the most, experiencing up to five incredible game days across Denver, Green Bay, Chicago and Minneapolis. Whether it’s your first trip to the States or you’re a seasoned veteran, this is a bucket-list football adventure packed with authentic experiences, great company and some of the finest game-day atmospheres America has to offer.

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Gridiron Heartland Tour 2026

Up to 5 Live NFL Games

Experience game days featuring the Denver Broncos, Green Bay Packers, Chicago Bears, Minnesota Vikings, Colorado Buffaloes and Minnesota Golden Gophers.

Denver Broncos v Seattle Seahawks (NFL)
Green Bay Packers v Dallas Cowboys (NFL Sunday Night Football)
Chicago Bears v New England Patriots (NFL)
Minnesota Vikings v Indianapolis Colts (NFL)*
Green Bay Packers v Carolina Panthers (NFL Thursday Night Football)**

*Included on Options 2, 3 & 4 only

College Football Games

Witness the passion and tradition of College Football with game days featuring:

• Colorado Buffaloes v Utah Utes
• Minnesota Golden Gophers v Iowa Hawkeyes*

**Included on Options 3 & 4 only

Legendary Stadiums & Experiences

Visit iconic venues including Lambeau Field, Soldier Field, Empower Field and US Bank Stadium, plus a guided Lambeau Field Tour and Packers Hall of Fame entry.

Guaranteed Game Tickets Included

Secure your place at some of the most sought-after NFL and College Football games without the hassle of sourcing tickets yourself.

Authentic American Tailgates

Enjoy all-inclusive pre-game tailgates with food, drinks and game-day entertainment before some of the biggest matchups of the season.

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Four Iconic American Cities

Explore Denver, Green Bay, Chicago and Minneapolis while experiencing the culture, food and atmosphere that make each destination unique.

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Fully Hosted by Touchdown Trips

Travel with experienced Tour Managers who ensure everything runs smoothly from kick-off to the final whistle.

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Hassle-Free Travel Throughout

Flights, hotels, transfers, internal transport and game tickets are all included, allowing you to focus on enjoying the football.

Flights & Internal Travel Included

Return international flights, internal flights, coach transfers and hotel stays are all arranged for a seamless football adventure.

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Travel With Like-Minded Fans

Join a group of passionate NFL and College Football fans from across the UK and Ireland who share your love of the game.

The Ultimate Football Road Trip

Travel through America’s football heartland, experiencing legendary stadiums, passionate fanbases and iconic sporting cities.

Package Options

Option One

Denver • Green Bay • Chicago | 9 Nights | 4 Games

Perfect for fans wanting to experience some of the NFL’s most iconic destinations in a single trip.

Includes

✅ Denver Broncos vs Seattle Seahawks
✅ Colorado Buffaloes vs Utah Utes
✅ Green Bay Packers vs Dallas Cowboys
✅ Chicago Bears vs New England Patriots
✅ Three all-inclusive tailgates
✅ Lambeau Field Stadium Tour & Packers Hall of Fame
✅ Denver, Green Bay & Chicago hotels
✅ Flights, transfers & game tickets

Option Two

Denver • Green Bay • Chicago • Minneapolis | 12 Nights | 6 Games

Everything from the Classic Tour plus a bonus college football and NFL weekend in Minneapolis.

Includes

✅ Everything in Option 1
✅ Minnesota Golden Gophers vs Iowa Hawkeyes
✅ Minnesota Vikings vs Indianapolis Colts
✅ Vikings all-inclusive tailgate
✅ Additional 3 nights in Minneapolis

Highlights

🏈 4 NFL Games
🏈 2 College Football Games
🏈 4 Iconic Stadiums

Option Three

Denver • Green Bay • Chicago • Minneapolis • Green Bay | 16 Nights | 7 Games

Our most comprehensive football experience, featuring two weekends in Green Bay and two Packers home games.

Includes

✅ Everything in Option 2
✅ Green Bay Packers vs Carolina Panthers (Thursday Night Football)
✅ Extra 4 nights in Wisconsin
✅ Additional Packers tailgate experience

Highlights

🏈 5 NFL Games
🏈 2 College Football Games
🏈 Two Packers Home Games
🏈 Up to 16 unforgettable nights across America’s football heartland

Option Four

Chicago • Minneapolis • Green Bay | 10 Nights | 4 Games

A shorter itinerary focused on three legendary football cities and some of the best fan cultures in America.

Includes

✅ Chicago Bears vs New England Patriots
✅ Minnesota Golden Gophers vs Iowa Hawkeyes
✅ Minnesota Vikings vs Indianapolis Colts
✅ Green Bay Packers vs Carolina Panthers
✅ Vikings & Packers tailgates
✅ Lambeau Field experience
✅ Hotels, transfers & game tickets

Option One
Double Occupancy

£4895pp

Option Two
Double Occupancy

£6195pp

Option Three
Double Occupancy

£6695pp

Option Four
Double Occupancy

£4095pp

Option One
Single Occupancy

£5995pp

Option Two
Sinlge Occupancy

£7595pp

Option Three
Single Occupancy

£8495pp

Option Four
Single Occupancy

£5195pp

TDT Veteran Pricing

Veteran pricing is for anyone who has gone on one of our Touchdown Trips 10+ night tours in the last nine seasons…only way to get the veteran pricing is to join a tour. Let this year be your year!

Veteran Option One
Double Occupancy

£4695pp

Veteran Option Two
Double Occupancy

£5895pp

Veteran Option Three
Double Occupancy

£6295pp

Veteran Option Four
Double Occupancy

£3895pp

Veteran Option One
Single Occupancy

£5695pp

Veteran Option Two
Single Occupancy

£7195pp

Veteran Option Three
Sinlge Occupancy

£7995pp

Veteran Option Four
Single Occupancy

£4895pp

Packages are ready to book!

Book with £1000pp deposit and the balance is due 10 weeks before departure – 5th August 2026

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The Gridiron Heartland Tour is here, and this is American football at its very best.

From the Rocky Mountains of Colorado to the Frozen Tundra of Green Bay, this epic football journey takes you through some of the most passionate football cities in the United States. Depending on the package you choose, you’ll experience up to five live game days featuring the Denver Broncos, Green Bay Packers, Chicago Bears, Minnesota Vikings, Colorado Buffaloes and Minnesota Golden Gophers, alongside legendary tailgates, iconic stadium tours and authentic game-day traditions.

We’ve taken care of everything. Flights, hotels, internal transport, game tickets, tailgates and stadium experiences are all included, with your Touchdown Trips Tour Manager on hand throughout to ensure everything runs smoothly. Travelling solo? We’ll happily pair you with another traveller for twin-share accommodation. Bringing friends? We can explore triple or quad occupancy options. Travelling with a non-football fan? They can still enjoy the cities, attractions and atmosphere while opting out of the games.

Whether you’re looking for a shorter football getaway or the complete Gridiron Heartland experience, this tour delivers a unique combination of NFL action, college football, iconic venues and some of the best game-day atmospheres anywhere in America.

If you’ve been thinking about joining a Touchdown Trips tour, this is the perfect place to start. The Gridiron Heartland Tour combines everything we love about American football travel into one incredible journey through the heart of football country.