Dear Lisa , I’m so delighted to be able to guide you through the fully customized itinerary that we’ve designed for your performance tour to Rome with an option for Rome/Florence Your travel experience is completely personalized to meet your musical goals and travel desires; our service will be utterly seamless, and your peace of mind totally assured thanks to our guaranteed prices without surcharge or supplement and our industry-leading protection plans. And what truly sets your Encore experience apart from any other? Maybe it’s our spectacular venues, handpicked for their ability to enchant and engage, coupled with guaranteed audiences to elevate every performance. Or our world-leading tour managers who bring every destination to life and handle the tiniest detail. Of course it could also be our meticulous planning, personal attention and comprehensive support before, during and after your tour! Being permanently based in Europe gives me a unique perspective on the destination, and there’s no substitute for having experienced it personally! Whatever you need, an Encore tour transcends the ordinary and gives you a truly one-of-a-kind experience. Let Encore Tours make your dream performance tour a reality! Let’s talk soon!Julian 617 958 9501 Visit Your TripSite for Rome only Visit Your TripSite for Rome AND FLORENCE Traveler Resources Your Encore Benefits Guaranteed Land Rates We do not raise our prices based on currency fluctuations in the marketplace. This alleviates any unwelcome currency surcharges during the planning period or immediately prior to travel. The Best Tour Managers Around Our Tour Managers are repeatedly evaluated and praised as being the best in educational travel, and they are available to you 24 hours per day. The tour manager stays in the same hotel as the group, and coordinates hotel check-ins, restaurant reservations, and concert venue availability and rehearsal time. These representatives also deliver the educational portion of the tour with detailed historical commentary during travel. Protection Plans for Everyone Peace of mind comes standard when you travel with Encore. Every traveler is automatically enrolled in our Basic Protection Plan, which includes medical coverage while on tour and limited trip interruption benefits—so you’re covered if the unexpected happens. For those who want even more flexibility and confidence in their plans, our Ultimate and Ultimate-Plus Protection Plans offer expanded medical coverage, greater trip interruption benefits, and the ability to cancel for any reason up to four days before departure and receive a full refund. Financial Security Encore Tours and our parent company, ACIS, carry a $50 million general liability insurance policy to protect our groups. In addition, as an Active Member of the United States Tour Operators Association (USTOA), we post a $1 million indemnity bond as part of USTOA’s Travelers Assistance Program. Tour Fundraiser Register 30 or more participants with Encore Tours and we will award your group a FREE weekend getaway for two to Paris or London over Veteran’s Day Weekend or Martin Luther King Day Weekend. We have had ensembles raise over $20,000 using this gift as a raffle prize. 2025 Domestic Fundraiser Info Sheet 2025 International Fundraiser Info Sheet Prelude Join Encore staff for our annual Prelude event, a free professional development weekend for ensemble directors and a guest that takes place in a different musically rich international destination. “Incredible! I cherished every moment. It was truly a once-in-a-lifetime journey. Such experiences would have been impossible on my own. Being pampered in this manner and witnessing the professionalism and luxury that Encore embodies was an absolute delight.” – 2024 Prelude attendee Online Billing We are excited to offer the choice of group billing or direct billing and will gladly work with your preference. With group billing you will receive an invoice with each participant’s balance and payment due prior to the due date. If you decide to enroll your group in direct billing Encore will mail invoices to each participant for all payments due. Accounts can also be accessed 24 hours a day on our website and payments can be made online with MasterCard and Visa for no additional cost. This is the suggested payment plan, however you can adjust it according to the group’s needs. Automatic Payments Plan Encore offers an auto-pay option for all participants signed up for individual billing. Enrollment in the plan is free and funds are withdrawn from the participant’s checking account on a regular basis, with the last payment being processed 45 days prior to departure. 24-7 Overseas Coverage Encore has offices overseas in the event of an emergency. In addition, US staff are always available to ensure you are receiving a quality travel experience, before, during and after your concert tour. All land arrangements including concert bookings and promotion are provided directly by Encore’s affiliate offices, offering the highest quality services and the very best value to our clients. Graduate Level Credits Enhance your professional development! Directors and participants have the opportunity to earn graduate-level credits through their tour experience and participation in our Prelude events. These educational opportunities not only enrich your tour but also contribute to your lifelong learning and professional growth. Tour Inclusions Roundtrip airfare Airport and airline taxes, and fuel surcharges Accommodations at conveniently located 4-star hotels for 7 nights EITHER 7 nights Rome-only OR 4 nights Rome/3 nights Florence Porterage (1pc/person in/out) at each hotel Rooming in twin room occupancy. Breakfast and dinner daily (may be replaced with lunch to adapt to your itinerary Welcome and farewell dinners include 1/2L wine/ 1/2 water All sightseeing and entrances as per itinerary Vatican / Skip-the-line St Peters Basilica Reservation ticket for Epiphany Mass Vatican Museum Coliseum Accademia (Florence option only) Private deluxe air-conditioned motor coaches and drivers Services of a professional Tour Manager throughout your program (1 per bus) Basic gratuities for the tour manager and bus drivers Arrangements for 2 full concert performance opportunities Opportunity to sing at Mass in St Peters Rental of an electronic keyboard where required All concert arrangements include venue rental and allocation, all necessary concert permits, all pre-concert advertisement, and on-site concert assistance Pre-concert rehearsal time, where possible Vox Headsets (European tours only) What’s Not Included? Baggage Fees imposed by the airlines Specific seat assignments/allocations on flights Instrument and sheet music stands Any meals not listed in your itinerary Printed programs for the concerts Individual taxi transfers where bus access is limited Pricing Options PayingTravelersPrice Rome onlyPriceRome/ FlorenceFree Spots (1/bus)80$4,799$4,979270$4,939$5,099260$5,079$5,2792 Based on “Land and Air” out of TAMPA accommodating the group in twin rooms with TWO buses 2027 prices are subject to reconfirmation in late 2025/early 2026 Payment Deadlines DateAmountSeptember 30, 2025$200Dec 31, 2025$1,000Feb 28, 2026$1,000April 30, 2026$1,000Jun 30, 2026$1,000Aug 26, 2026Balance due Provisional suggestion only, subject to further discussion Sample Performance Venues Please note that venues are not confirmed until expressly stated by your Program Consultant. Band Choir Sant’Agnese Rome Sant’Agnese in Agone is a seventeenth Baroque church in Rome, Italy. It faces onto the Piazza Navona, one of the main urban spaces in the historic centre of the city and the site where the Early Christian Saint Agnes was martyred at the ancient Stadium of Domitian. A number of architects were involved in the construction of the church, including Girolamo Rainaldi and his son Carlo Rainaldi, and two of the foremost Baroque architects of the day; Francesco Borromini and the sculptor Gianlorenzo Bernini. The church serves as a cultural gathering point for the entire city with concerts throughout the year often featuring visiting ensembles. Sample Hotels Traveling on a performance trip is a moving experience, and our goal is to ensure that all travelers have a life-changing experience. We also know that time is money, and comfort is essential. That’s why, when you’re touring with Encore, you will always stay in well-located, three- or four-star hotels—right in the heart of the destination you came to see. Starhotels Michelangelo Rome Starhotels Michelangelo in Rome is a welcoming 4-star hotel offering 179 stylish rooms, many with views of St Peter’s dome. Rooms feature plush bedding, soundproofing, free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, and minibars, combining classic charm with modern comfort. The on-site restaurant, The Dome, serves authentic Roman dishes in an elegant setting, while the bar offers a relaxed spot for drinks and light bites. Just steps from St Peter’s Basilica and within walking distance of the Vatican Museums and Castel Sant’Angelo, the hotel enjoys a prime location for exploring historic Rome. Guests highlight the friendly staff, generous breakfast, and overall comfort. Learn More Grand Hotel Baglioni Florence This 4-star establishment, situated in the heart of Florence, has upheld a tradition of splendid hospitality and excellence for more than 100 years. Since opening its doors in 1903, it has become a favored lodging for kings, heads of state, distinguished artists, and intellectuals, earning its place as a cultural beacon. The hotel melds elegance with comfort, providing amenities such as complimentary WiFi, room service, and laundry facilities. Among its most enchanting features is the summer rooftop terrace, offering guests panoramic views of the city’s breathtaking beauty. Learn More Have any additional questions? Reach out to your program manager directly, or contact us for any assistance. Contact Us