Hosted by Emmanuel Petit

Petit: A Gunner Great

1 - 4 December, 2024

4 days

London, England

Trip Operator: Dharma
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This trip is operated by DHARMA

Visit the iconic Arsenal sights, the murals, the old Highbury Stadium gates and witness the Gunners versus the Red Devils on this epic football trip in the company of Gunners’ icon and double winner, Emmanuel Petit. He might be a proud Frenchman, but North London has always been his true home, and Arsenal is in his blood. From Highbury to the Emirates, Petit’s career with the Gunners is full of memories and untold stories that you can ask him all about in a no holds barred Q&A. From the famous chants, to the mastery of Arsene Wenger and what it meant to win the double in ’98.

But it doesn’t stop there. You’ll cook (and eat) up a storm with Petit in a hands-on French-style cooking class, before gearing up for the big Arsenal vs Manchester United clash at the Emirates. With Declan Rice in the midfield, Petit says Arsenal are set for another double this season — after all, he might have taught Declan Rice everything he knows. The North Bank will be loud. Here. We. Go!

Trip highlights

Face-to-face with a Legend

Manu Petit has stories. How did the Gunners win that famous double? What was it like playing with Thierry Henry? Why did he leave Arsenal before that Invincible season? Fire away with your wildest questions and more,  bring your shirt to be signed and connect with the heartbeat of Arsenal’s golden era and France’s World Cup hero.

Epic Cooking Class

Get your hands dirty and cook up a storm with Manu and a top chef; then after the work’s done, sit down to eat with him. It’s a chance to swap stories, share laughs, and indulge in a meal you’ve helped create—all alongside a football legend.

Match Day Showdown

Always one of the biggest fixtures in the Premier League, Arsenal vs Man U at the Emirates is a proper clash of the titans, a battle that’s defined English football for decades. Every tackle is intense, every goal a killer, as the Gunners challenge for the title and United try to stop them. Suck up the adrenaline and chant ‘Come on you Gunners!’


Itinerary

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Accommodation

Get ready to enjoy a stylish stay at a trendy 4* star hotel in the heart of East London. Perfectly located in this dynamic part of the city, it’s the ideal base for an unforgettable football adventure with Emmanuel Petit!

Love football, love London. It goes without saying that ...

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Get ready to enjoy a stylish stay at a trendy 4* star hotel in the heart of East London. Perfectly located in this dynamic part of the city, it’s the ideal base for an unforgettable football adventure with Emmanuel Petit!

Love football, love London. It goes without saying that this city, with its Premier League and Champions’ League-winning teams is one of the most football mad in Europe. From Chelsea to West Ham to Tottenham to Brentford and Arsenal, there’s a team for every taste. And everyone knows the Thames and Tate Modern, iconic London sights, Wembley, too—but have they actually been there?! The first two perhaps, but maybe not the national stadium, home of World Cup-winning sides and huge rock concerts, and those tours are incredible! Either way you’ll want to come visit the Arsenal shop before you leave. The vintage shirts are a steal!

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Package options

Legend Experiences Package

Your backstage pass to two unforgettable encounters with Emmanuel Petit: start with an intimate Q&A session with Petit himself, where you can ask your best questions and get your jersey or ball signed. On Day 2, it’s time to get into the kitchen — show off your skills in a cook-off with Emmanuel Petit.

Note: this option does not include accommodation, transfers or match tickets.

Legend Experiences + Match Tickets Package

Your backstage pass to two unforgettable encounters with Emmanuel Petit: start with an intimate Q&A session with Petit himself, where you can ask your best questions and get your jersey or ball signed. On Day 2, it’s time to get into the kitchen — show off your skills in a cook-off with Emmanuel Petit. Then, get ready for game day at the Emirates on Day 3.

Note: this option does not include accommodation or transfers.

Full Experience Package (with Hotel)

This is the ULTIMATE London matchday trip! Dive into Arsenal and Petit’s career with an intimate Q&A with the Legend himself — your chance to get your ball or jersey signed. Then, join Petit in the kitchen for a special cook-off. Enjoy guaranteed premium seats at the epic Arsenal vs. Man Utd match, plus pre-game and pre-Q&A drinks, a stadium tour, and a surprise experience we’ve planned. All while staying at a stylish hotel in the heart of London.

Note: This package includes accommodation and transport to activities


Inclusions

What's Included

  • Emmanuel Petit Experience #1: Q&A session and jersey signing with Emmanuel Petit (All packages)
  • Emmanuel Petit Experience #2: cooking class with Emmanuel Petit (All packages)
  • Arsenal Experience #1: tour of Emirates Stadium (Full Experience Package)
  • Arsenal Experience #2: seats at Arsenal vs Manchester United (Full Experience Package & Legend Experiences + Match Ticket Package)
  • 3 nights accommodation at a 4* hotel (Full Experience Package)
  • Daily breakfast (Full Experience Package)
  • Welcome cocktail and canapes on day 1 (All packages)
  • Meal after the cooking class (All packages)
  • Pre-match drinks (Full Experience Package)
  • Transportation to/from all activities (Full Experience Package)
  • Special gift (Full Experience Package)

What's Not Included

  • Anything not listed in What’s Included
  • Arrival and departure transportation to the destination (planes, trains, or car rentals)
  • Tours, events, and activities outside those noted in the itinerary
  • Food and drinks other than those specified in the itinerary
  • Personal items and expenses
  • Additional hotel services (room service, phone calls, extra nights, etc.)
  • Travel insurance
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Airport transfers

Meet your Legend

EMMANUEL PETIT

‘He’s blond, he’s quick, his name’s a porno flick! Emmanuel, Emmanuel’… so sang the Arsenal fans, wittily, of French midfielder of legend, Emmanuel Petit. A true icon who defined an era with flair and heart, Petit was the powerhouse behind Arsenal’s 1997-98 double-winning season, transforming the team under Arsène Wenger into a force to be reckoned with. His midfield mastery was more than just skill—it was an electrifying presence that drove Arsenal’s revival and changed the Premier League, making every game a showcase of sheer passion and talent.

But Petit’s brilliance wasn’t confined to Arsenal. On the global stage, he lit up the 1998 World Cup, scoring a stunning goal in the final to help France lift the trophy and cement his place as a national hero. His combination of raw power, technical genius, and undeniable charisma made him a footballing sensation and a genuine sex symbol in France. From the pulsating energy of Highbury to the ecstasy of World Cup glory, Petit’s career was a rollercoaster of unforgettable moments and triumphs. He’s not just a footballer; he’s a living legend whose impact still reverberates through north London. Red forever!


Rating

The perfect choice for football obsessives

The perfect choice for football obsessives who fancy a totally different kind of experience. A trip loaded with wonderful surprises as well as a unique opportunity to view one of the biggest games on the planet.

– Stephen Marron

Rating

SO much more than a trip

Can’t recommend Looking FC enough!

Looking FC is doing something really special here. To bring people to football, through the lenses of the local community and to experience football as so much more than just the game has been an experience of a lifetime. The Looking FC team has been amazing from start to finish- responsive, helpful, accommodating, personable. The local guides they work with on the ground were phenomenal and were honestly what made our trip. This was SO much more than just a trip to “watch a match”.

– Charmaine Wong

Rating

A high-level football experience

An amazing trip in Barcelona for a high-level football experience which remained accessible for everyone.

Constantly knowledgable and helpful guides kept everything running smoothly and ensured the trip took in the true culture of both the city and the club!

– James

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