Dear Michelle, I’m delighted to introduce our proposal for Peru for Commonwealth Youth Choir As always your travel experience is completely personalized to meet your group’s goals and travel desires; our service will be utterly seamless, and your peace of mind totally assured thanks to our price guarantees and our industry-leading protection plans. And what truly sets your Encore experience apart from any other? Maybe it’s 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! 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 View your tripsite here 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. Domestic Fundraiser Info Sheet 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 USA-Peru Roundtrip airfare Lima-Cuzco Airport and airline taxes, and current fuel surcharges Accommodations at conveniently located 3 and 4-star hotels. Examples are given below Rooming in twin/triple room occupancy 3 singles for your staff/leaders Breakfast daily Lunches on days 2-8 inclusive Dinner on days 1-8 inclusive All sightseeing, entrances as per itinerary: Music workshop in Lima Alpaca farm Ceramic Workshop Machu Picchu train/bus/entrance fee Lutherie visit Tipon Archeological Park Pan-pipe workshop Private air-conditioned motor coaches / minicoaches and drivers Services of a professional Tour Manager throughout your program (1 per bus) Basic gratuities for the tour manager and bus driver/s Arrangement of 4 performances 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 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 Instrument hire. Example prices will be given by your consultant on request Pricing Options # of payingPrice perpersonFree Spots# of buses60$5,49932-350$5,57932-340$5,73932-3 Based on “Land and Air” out of Philadelphia accommodating the group in twin/triple rooms Payment Deadlines DateAmountSep 30, 2026$200Oct 31, 2026$1,000Nov 30, 2026$1,000Dec 31, 2026$1,000Jan 31, 2026$1,000Feb 25, 2027Balance 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. Choir l’Iglesia Nuestra Senora de Fatima Lima The Iglesia Nuestra Senora de Fatima in Lima was constructed in 1952 and is one of the most active churches in the community. The interior offers its patrons beautiful architecture of golden light and dramatic arches, great acoustics with tiered steps perfect for choirs, and a nice dedicated rehearsal space for ensembles to use. The church also includes a courtyard and garden. Choir Chinchero Chapel Cuzco Built around 1607 this church sits looking out at the ruins of the old Incan town. Located about 19 miles from Cuzco, this church is nestled in the Urubamba province in the town of Chinchero. This city was a very important town to the Incans. The Limestone structure of an Incan palace was filled with dirt and used as the churches foundation. Its palace foundation wasn’t discovered until the 1960s. 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. Hotel José Antonio Lima Lima Hotel José Antonio Lima offers comfortable accommodations in the heart of Miraflores, one of Lima’s most vibrant and walkable neighborhoods. Modern guest rooms, welcoming public spaces, and attentive service create a relaxed setting for groups exploring Peru’s capital. Guests can enjoy amenities including an on-site restaurant and bar, making it easy to unwind after a day of sightseeing. Located within easy reach of Kennedy Park, Larcomar, and the Pacific coastline, the hotel provides a convenient base for discovering Lima’s culture, cuisine, and historic attractions. Learn More Hotel Cusco La Paccha Cuzco This modern 4-star hotel is located on Avenida El Sol, near Cusco’s historic center and directly across from the city’s largest handicraft market. Comfortable guest rooms feature contemporary amenities, while the hotel’s welcoming public spaces draw inspiration from Peruvian culture. Guests can enjoy a buffet breakfast, an on-site restaurant and bar, and a relaxing spa after a day of exploring the city. Learn More Have any additional questions? Reach out to your program manager directly, or contact us for any assistance. Contact Us