Experience the beauty and culture of Slovenia, Croatia, and Hungary on this incredible musical journey. Begin in the charming capital of Ljubljana, explore stunning natural wonders like the Postojna Caves, and enjoy the Adriatic coastline in Opatija. Discover the vibrant cities of Zagreb and Budapest, while performing in breathtaking venues such as St. Jakob Church, St. Mark’s Cathedral, and Esztergom Cathedral. From traditional Hungarian horse shows to a farewell dinner with live gypsy music, this tour offers an unforgettable blend of performance and cultural immersion. Tour Highlights Welcome Dinner in Ljubljana Walking Tour of Ljubljana with Canal Cruise Visit the Postojna Caves Relax at Seaside Resort of Opatija Hungarian Horse Show at Radpuszta Sightseeing in Budapest and Danube Bend 3 Performance Opportunities Farewell Dinner with Live Gypsy Music Itinerary 11 Days / 2 Ljubljana / 1 Opatija / 2 Zagreb / 1 Lake Balaton / 3 Budapest Day 1 Overnight Flight Departure from the United States. Day 2 Ljubljana Arrive in Slovenia and meet your Encore Tour Manager who will transfer you to your hotel in Ljubljana. After check-in, enjoy a walking orientation of Ljubljana with your Tour Manager followed by a welcome dinner together. (D) Day 3 Ljubljana After breakfast, take a walking tour of Ljubljana with a local guide. Explore historic sites and canals, and conclude with an afternoon canal cruise. This evening, rehearse and perform at a local venue such as St. Jakob Church. (B,D) Day 4 Opatija Journey to the Postojna Caves for a guided tour of this incredible underground cave system. Later, continue to Opatija for a relaxed evening at a seaside resort with dinner. (B,D) Day 5 Zagreb After a morning swim in the Adriatic, travel to Zagreb. Check into your hotel and explore the city with your Tour Manager. Enjoy dinner together this evening. (B,D) Day 6 Zagreb Spend the morning at St. Mark’s Cathedral, rehearsing for a concert in conjunction with a local ensemble. Enjoy a sightseeing tour of Zagreb, then dinner at a local restaurant. (B,D) Day 7 Lake Balaton Travel to Lake Balaton, enjoy a Hungarian horse show, and spend time swimming. Rehearse and perform an informal concert at St. Emmerich’s Church. (B,L,D) Day 8 Budapest Arrive in Budapest, explore the city with a local guide, and rehearse for a concert at St. Anne’s Church. (B,D) Day 9 Danube Bend Take an excursion to Hungary’s Danube Bend, visit Szentendre and Visegrad, and perform your final concert at Esztergom Cathedral. (B,L,D) Day 10 Budapest Explore Budapest at your leisure using a hop-on/hop-off pass. In the evening, enjoy a farewell dinner with live gypsy music and a folklore show. (B,D) Day 11 Departure Transfer to the airport for return flight to the United States. (B) Sample Customizations* GENERAL CUSTOMIZATIONS Add day(s)/Remove day(s) Add overnight city (Vienna, Salzburg, or Bratislava) Add/Remove meals Add/Remove a performance Reverse itinerary ADD A MUSICAL HIGHLIGHT Workshop with a local choir director Exchange performance with a local ensemble Private concert in a historic palace ADD AN ACTIVITY OR EXCURSION Boat ride on the Adriatic Sea Wine tasting in Istria Culinary tour in Budapest Private guided tour of Esztergom Cathedral *All customizations subject to operational feasibility and availability 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