Dear Jason, I’m so delighted to be able to introduce you to our proposal for the amazing destination that is New York and to guide you through the fully customized itinerary that we’ve designed for your performance tour. 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! 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 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. 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 Round trip airfare including taxes and fuel surcharges Luxury Motorcoach for selected transfers including airport transfers in New York New York Subway pass for the duration of your trip Accommodation at centrally located 4-star hotel for 4 nights as below Rooming in quad room occupancy Breakfast and dinner daily All sightseeing and entrances as featured in the itinerary Empire State Building Radio City Music Hall tour Ellis Island Museum Broadway Show Ticket x 2 shows Broadway movement-based workshop for Color Guard Dinner cruise Services of a professional Tour Manager throughout your program (1 per bus) Basic gratuities for the tour managers and bus drivers Overnight security at your hotel Arrangements for 1 performance in Isaac Stern Auditorium, Carnegie Hall, plus one masterclass/workshop Pre-concert rehearsal time, where possible What’s Not Included? Additional instrument transporation or instrument hire at your destination Music stands Any meals not listed in your itinerary Printeed programs for the concerts Allocations of specific seat assignments on flights where applicable Pricing Options TravelersPrice for 4 nightsFree Spots90$3,699480$3,779470$3,839460$3,9394 Based on “Land and Air ” from LAX, accommodating the students in quad-occupancy rooms Payment Deadlines DateAmountApril 30th, 2025$200June 30th, 2025$1000September 30th,2025$1000November 18th, 2025Balance due 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. Hilton Garden Inn New York/Times Square Central New York The Hilton Garden Inn New York – Times Square Central offers comfortable accommodations in the heart of Manhattan. Each room is equipped with a flat-screen TV, refrigerator, microwave, coffee maker, alarm clock, and a private bathroom with a shower, hairdryer, and complimentary toiletries. Guests can enjoy convenient amenities including a 24-hour front desk, a lobby bar, and a business center. Ideally located just steps from Broadway and Times Square, the hotel is also within walking distance of Central Park, with Newark Airport just 11 miles away. Learn More Have any additional questions? Reach out to your program manager directly, or contact us for any assistance. Contact Us