Answer the call to sing in the heart of the Catholic Church on this extraordinary choir tour through Italy. “Vatican Voices” offers a sacred musical pilgrimage, featuring performances during Mass at St. Peter’s Basilica and inside the Sistine Chapel. Begin in Rome with multiple Vatican experiences, including the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and a featured concert in a historic basilica. Then travel to Palestrina, birthplace of Renaissance composer Giovanni Pierluigi da Palestrina, for a special exchange. Continue on to the Amalfi Coast and Florence, performing in world-renowned venues while experiencing Italy’s spiritual and artistic legacy. Designed for exceptional choirs, this tour unites music, faith, and history at every stop. Tour Highlights Sing during Papal Mass at St. Peter’s Basilica Private Mass performance in the Sistine Chapel High-profile concert in a Roman church Visit to the Vatican Museums and Gardens Palestrina choral exchange and workshop Concert at Amalfi Cathedral or historic cloister Final performance in Florence Guided tours of Florence, Rome, and Amalfi Optional visit to Ravello or Tuscan hill towns Itinerary 10 Days / 3 Rome / 1 Palestrina / 2 Amalfi Coast / 2 Florence Day 1 IN FLIGHT Depart from the United States and begin your sacred choir journey to Italy. Day 2 ROME Arrive in Rome and meet your Encore Tour Manager. Transfer to your hotel and enjoy a brief orientation walk before a festive welcome dinner. (B,D) Day 3 ROME Rehearse and sing during a Papal Mass at St. Peter’s Basilica, following liturgical traditions. Enjoy time in St. Peter’s Square and tour the Vatican Museums, including the Sistine Chapel. Evening free for informal singing or local dining. (B) Day 4 ROME Begin early with a private choir performance during Mass in the Sistine Chapel. Continue with a visit to the Vatican Gardens and Grottoes. Conclude the evening with a concert at a major Roman basilica. (B) Day 5 PALESTRINA Travel to Palestrina, birthplace of Giovanni Pierluigi da Palestrina. Visit the cathedral and museum, then participate in a choral workshop and joint concert with a local choir. (B,D) Day 6 AMALFI Attend a liturgical workshop or morning Mass before transferring to the scenic Amalfi Coast. Check into your hotel and enjoy a relaxing coastal dinner. (B,D) Day 7 AMALFI Tour Amalfi, including the Duomo. Rehearse and perform in a historic cathedral or cloister. Optional cultural outing in the evening. (B) Day 8 FLORENCE Transfer to Florence. Stop en route in Ravello or enjoy a leisurely morning. Upon arrival, take a short orientation walk and enjoy a Tuscan dinner with your group. (B,D) Day 9 FLORENCE Explore Florence on a guided tour, including the Duomo and Accademia Gallery. Rehearse and perform a final concert in one of Florence’s basilicas. Celebrate with a farewell dinner. (B,D) Day 10 DEPARTURE After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your return flight to the United States. (B) Sample Customizations* Customize Your Journey Add a visit to Orvieto, San Gimignano, or Lucca Include additional liturgical services or devotions Adjust pacing with an extra night in Rome or Florence Swap Amalfi for Venice or a Tuscan retreat Include a spiritual reflection or retreat day Add a Musical Highlight Workshop with an Italian conductor Organ demonstration in a historic basilica Attend a professional concert or liturgy Visit the homes of Puccini or Palestrina Add a Cultural Experience Evening in Trastevere with vespers service Visit the Catacombs of San Sebastiano Gelato tasting or Tuscan winery tour Explore Vatican Gardens or Scavi excavations *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