With its rich history as home to some of the world’s greatest classical composers, Austria is the perfect destination for any traveling ensemble. Surrounded by many countries, one can easily create a custom itinerary featuring cities in Germany, Italy, Czech Republic, Slovakia, Hungary, Slovenia or Croatia! Featured Sample Itineraries Band Choir Orchestra An Austrian Welcome 6 Days / 3 Salzburg / 3 Vienna Band Choir Orchestra Mozart, Haydn And Dvořák 10 Days / 2 Munich / 2 Salzburg / 2 Vienna / 2 Prague Band Choir Orchestra An Die Musik 9 days / 2 Vienna / 2 Salzburg / 3 Verona Band Choir Orchestra Across the Austrian Empire 10 Days / 2 Budapest / 1 Bratislava / 2 Vienna / 3 Prague Band Choir Orchestra Austrian Bavarian Adventure 8 days / 1 Heidelberg / 1 Rothenburg / 2 Munich / 2 Salzburg Band Choir Orchestra Austro-Hungarian Adventure 9 days / 2 Salzburg / 2 Vienna / 1 Bratislava / 2 Budapest Band Choir Orchestra Insiders Guide to Austria 9 Days / 4 Salzburg / 3 Vienna Band Choir Orchestra Mozart and the Sound of Music 9 Days / 2 Salzburg / 3 Prague / 2 Berlin Band Choir Orchestra Vienna And Czech Republic 9 Days / 3 Vienna / 2 České Budějovice / 2 Prague Customize Your Tour Are you ready to take your ensemble to new places? Get a quote from one of our tour consultants who will help you customize a trip to meet your goals. Get A Quote Browse Cities From Vienna and the sprawling Schönbrunn Palace to Mozart’s birthplace of Salzburg, Austria is resplendent with the sound of music. With big city culture and quaint Alpine villages, this is a small country offering dramatic contrasts and spectacular scenery. Vienna Salzburg Innsbruck Vienna Vienna is the historical center of the musical world and a must-visit for any young musician! Also, being a UNESCO heritage city, Vienna’s historic center is rich in architectural wonders from the great Stephansdom and Baroque castles to the 19th century Ringstrasse lined with grand buildings, monuments and parks. Salzburg Salzburg is one of the most picturesque of all European cities. During the Holy Empire, it was called the northern Rome, due to the importance of the Prince Archbishops and the Baroque. The city’s reputation is based on a living musical tradition being the city of Mozart. Its beauty and vibrant musical life have made it one of Europe’s foremost cultural cities. Innsbruck This capital of Tyrol is the perfect winter getaway for travelers. Located on the Alps with breathtaking views, this city has many sightseeing activities to offer. Visitors may wish to see the Hofkirche and see the tomb built for Emperor Maximillian, as well as St. Anne’s Column and the Triumphal Arch. Then, top off the evening with a traditional Tirolerabend folklore show! Featured Venues A stunning palace where Joseph Haydn once served as Kapellmeister or the home of the Vienna Boy’s Choir are just two of the magnificent venues available in Austria. There are also plentiful concert halls, churches, town squares, open-air pavilions and gardens that offer great opportunities for visiting groups to perform. Choir Featured Mozarteum, Great Hall Salzburg The concert hall is located under the gaze of the Hohensalzburg Fortress in the Mozarteum University of Salzburg, a school specializing in the arts. It is suitable for choirs and orchestras and features a new 50 stop tracker action organ, installed in 2010! Take a virtual tour. Choir Haydnsaal, Palace Esterházy Eisenstadt This beautiful palace, home to the infamous Esterházy family, was built in the late 13th century. During its lifetime the palace’s Haydnsaal has played host to many great musicians, in particular its former long-time Kapellmeister, Joseph Haydn. Don’t miss out on performing in this historical landmark! Choir Melk Abbey Melk From 1089, this Benedictine Abbey has survived many periods of distress in Austria, including the dissolution of abbeys under Emperor Joseph II, the Napoleonic Wars and the Nazi Anschluss. Overlooking the Danube, the abbey stands today in its 1736 designed form in which you can witness many well-known frescoes. Perhaps you may be interested in the library which contains a collection of musical manuscripts and frescoes by Paul Troger. Informal performance for the abbey’s many visitors are possible on tour. Choir Peterskirche Vienna The Peterskirche (or St. Peter’s Church) is one of the oldest churches in Vienna, Austria. This Baroque-style church was inspired by the St. Peter’s Basilica of the Vatican and is nestled in the centre of Petersplatz square. The breathtaking interior includes a Baroque organ built in 1751, a kaleidoscope of colors, and beautiful domed ceiling. Peterskirche offers incredible acoustics and frequently hosts organ recitals, choir performances, operas, and other events. The first church on this site appeared in the late 4th century, making this a truly unique opportunity to perform in one of the area’s most historic venues. Choir Basilica of Mondsee Mondsee The Basilica Mondsee is the cultural and spiritual heart of the Mondsee region. This late gothic church was constructed in the 15th century and is the second biggest church in Upper Austria. The Basilica Mondsee reached international fame because the wedding scene from the film “The Sound of Music” (featuring Julie Andrews and Christopher Plummer) was filmed inside. That’s a large reason why more than 200,000 people visit the church every year and why it ranks as one of the most photographed churches in the world. Truly a special venue for any Austrian performance tour! Show All 12 Venues Show Less Choir St. Stephen’s Cathedral Vienna In the heart of Vienna stands St. Stephen’s Cathedral, with its towers dominating the Austrian skyline. St. Stephen’s was constructed in 1137 above the ruins of two earlier churches. Unmistakable with its colored tile roof, it has become one of Vienna’s most recognized landmarks. As a host to hundreds of performances year-round, this venue is a great option for your performance tour. Choir Christuskirche Hallstatt Located in the heart of charming Hallstatt, Christuskirche is a neo-gothic-style Protestant church known for its historic bone chapel and its picturesque lakeside location. In fact, for centuries, this tiny town was only accessible by boat, which allowed the town to keep its traditional character. Hallstatt, now a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is a perfect location for concert performances as well as visiting its historic salt mines. Choir Franziskanerkirche Salzburg St. Francis Church, or Franziskanerkirche, is one of the oldest buildings in Salzburg. The interior is mostly gothic; however, later influences of the Baroque style can also be seen in the church. It also has beautiful chapels, some of which were donated throughout the years. One more notable feature of St. Francis is its amazing ceiling! Be sure to check it out, as well as the other great features, when your group performs at this fantastic venue. Choir Imperial Chapel Hofburg Vienna The Imperial Chapel, built in the thirteenth century, is home to the Vienna Boys’ Choir. A permanent fixture since 1498, the Boys’ Choir performs every Sunday during High Mass. The chapel is part of the Imperial Palace which was the seat of the Hapsburg Monarchy for over 700 years. Known for their extravagant opulence this stunning Palace and its Chapel is an awe inspiring performance venue for any choir. Band Orchestra Musikverein Vienna The Musikverein is one of the most prestigious classical performance venues in the world. The globally-esteemed acoustics and architectural grandeur make the ‘Great Hall’ an unparalleled location for a classical concert. The Musikverein, home of the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra, has an impressive calendar of classical events. It would be a true honor for any classical performer to play here. Choir Salzburg Cathedral Salzburg Between 1181 and 1600, a Romanesque cathedral was standing in the place of the present one; its foundations can be seen in the crypt of the church. Salzburg is not called the ‘Rome of the north’ in vain. The Cathedral was hit by American bombs during World War II. It took ten years of hard work to restore the considerable damage. The last part of the restoration was the reconstruction of the 4 organs. This historical venue is a must-perform! Band Choir Orchestra Schönbrunn Orangerie Vienna Formerly a Baroque greenhouse and now an event center, the Orangerie Schönbrunn has hosted many live performances from all ensemble types and is the official site of the palace concerts. The building dates back to 1745 and originally housed not only the Empress Wilhelmine Amalie’s orange plants but also many royal events and festivities.