Dublin Jerome High School- Central Europe!

Dear Michelle,

I’d be so excited if you opted for this tour proposal, as Central Europe is one of my all time favorite areas for orchestra tours!

As always 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


Your Encore Benefits

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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 current fuel surcharges
  • Accommodations at conveniently located 3 and 4-star hotels
    • 3 nights Prague or Salzburg
    • 3 nights Vienna
  • Rooming in twin room occupancy
  • Breakfast daily
  • Lunches and dinners as indicated on itinerary
  • All sightseeing, entrances and upgraded meals as per itinerary
  • Private deluxe air-conditioned motor coaches and drivers
  • Instrument truck throughout
  • Services of a professional Tour Manager throughout your program (1 per bus)
  • Basic gratuities for the tour manager and bus/truck drivers
  • Arrangements for 1 formal concert performance and 1 masterclass/workshop
  • 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)
Church Vienna Downtown St Stephan’s Cathedral

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

Pricing Options

# of
paying
Price per
person
(Prague/
Vienna
)
Price per
person
(Vienna/
Salzburg
)
Free
Spots
# of
buses
40$4,979$5,47941
50$4,799$5,19951
60$4,979$5,37962
70$4,839$5,19972

Based on “Land and Air” out of Columbus accommodating the group in twin rooms

Payment Deadlines

DateAmount
Jan 31, 2027$200
Mar 31, 2027$1,000
Jun 30, 2027$1,000
Sep 30, 2027$1,000
Nov 13, 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.

Ladvi Culture House (KD Ládví)

Prague

KD Ládví, or Cultural House Ládví, is a versatile performance venue in Prague, Czech Republic. It hosts a variety of events, including theater, concerts, exhibitions, and workshops. With modern architecture and flexible spaces, it supports both small and large-scale productions. KD Ládví is a cultural hub for the community, promoting local and international talents and offering diverse programming to audiences of all ages.

Glaserne Saal

Vienna

Located within the iconic Musikverein in Vienna, the Gläserner Saal, or Glass Hall, is a striking modern performance space known for its clean design and excellent acoustics. The hall features flexible staging and seating, making it ideal for a range of ensembles, from chamber groups to full orchestras. Its bright, contemporary aesthetic contrasts with the historic grandeur of the Musikverein while still delivering a prestigious performance setting. For visiting ensembles, it offers a professional concert experience in one of the world’s most respected musical institutions, with strong audience engagement and a central location in Vienna’s cultural district.

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.

Holiday Inn Prague

Prague

Set in a quiet district near Vyšehrad and the Prague Congress Centre, the Holiday Inn Prague offers a comfortable and reliable base with easy metro access to the city’s historic core. Guest rooms are clean and functional with free WiFi, air conditioning, and in-room coffee and tea, making it well suited for touring groups. The hotel features a restaurant, lobby bar, fitness center, and a peaceful garden terrace, along with meeting space and convenient coach access. It is a practical choice that balances comfort, accessibility, and value for groups exploring Prague.

Hotel Ananas

Vienna

Vienna’s largest four-star hotel is perfect for your stay in the enchanting city. Location wise, it is only a five minute walk from the famous Naschmarkt outdoor market, hosting 170 stands for you to explore. It is also only 100 meters from the closest metro station, making traveling through the city an easy endeavor. Relax and enjoy breakfast in the hotel restaurant Zum Moser, or have a snack in the Johann Strauss bar and café. Comfort and convenience are both products of this Vienna hotel!

Theater Hotel Salzburg

Salzburg

Located in Salzburg’s Schallmoos district, at the base of Kapuzinerberg hill, the 4-star Theater Hotel Salzburg offers a prime location for exploring the city. Within a mile of both Mirabell Palace and Salzburg Main Train Station, it’s an ideal base for visitors. The hotel features modern, well-appointed rooms with amenities like cable TV and a mini-bar. Guests can enjoy a breakfast buffet and relax in the lobby bar with its wide beverage selection. Attractions such as Salzburg Cathedral, Mozart’s Residence, and Hohensalzburg Fortress are nearby. Gnigl Train Station is just a short walk away, enhancing guests’ convenience.

Have any additional questions? Reach out to your program manager directly, or contact us for any assistance.

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