Dear Diane , I’m delighted to introduce our proposal for Greece, which I hope is of great interest to your singers and instrumentalists 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! 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 Airport and airline taxes, and current fuel surcharges Accommodations at conveniently located 4-star hotels: 4 nights Athens 2 nights Nafplion 2 nights Olimpia 2 nights Delphi 1 night Athens 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 Services of a professional Tour Manager throughout your program (1 per bus) Basic gratuities for the tour manager and bus drivers Arrangements for 4 concerts featuring your choir and ukelele ensembles 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 Pricing Options # of payingPrice perpersonFree Spots# of buses50$6,6391155$6,5791160$6,7991265$6,73912 Based on “Land and Air” out of Honolulu accommodating the group in twin rooms Payment Deadlines DateAmountDec 31, 2026$200Apr 30, 2027$1,000Jun 30, 2027$1,000Aug 30,2027$1,000Oct 31, 2027$1,000Dec 31, 2027$1,000Feb 3, 2028Balance 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 Orchestra Gennadius Library at Cotsen Hall Athens The Gennadius Library at Cotsen Hall, within the American School of Classical Studies at Athens, offers an intimate, acoustically superb venue for chamber ensembles, choirs, and orchestras. Surrounded by the library’s renowned Greek historical archives, this elegant space blends intellectual and artistic heritage, making it a distinctive choice for performances in Athens. Band Choir Orchestra Exchange Concert: Athens Athens An exchange concert at a school like Malliaras Private Lyceum in Athens offers your ensemble a chance to connect with local students through music. Perform together, share cultural experiences, and build lasting friendships. This enriching exchange can also take place in nearby suburbs like Alimos, offering a coastal setting to enhance the experience. 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. Titania Hotel Athens Athens The Titania Hotel Athens is a 4-star property located in the heart of the city, between Syntagma and Omonia Squares. It features comfortable, well-appointed rooms, elegant common areas, and a rooftop restaurant offering panoramic views of the Acropolis and Lycabettus Hill. Its central location provides convenient access to many of Athens’ most famous attractions, including the Acropolis, Plaka, and the National Archaeological Museum. Learn More Amalia Hotel Nafplio Set on the outskirts of historic Nafplio, Greece’s first capital, Hotel Amalia Nafplio offers a peaceful retreat surrounded by extensive gardens and neoclassical architecture. The property features comfortable guestrooms, an outdoor swimming pool, restaurant, lounge bar, fitness facilities, and scenic garden spaces. Its location provides easy access to Nafplio’s charming Old Town, coastal views, castles, museums, and important archaeological sites throughout the Peloponnese. Learn More Amalia Hotel Delphi Delphi Nestled on the slopes of Mount Parnassus, Hotel Amalia Delphi offers panoramic views of the Pleistos Valley stretching toward the Gulf of Corinth. The hotel features comfortable accommodations, an outdoor swimming pool, restaurant, bar, and welcoming lounge areas designed to showcase the remarkable scenery. Ideally located near the renowned archaeological site of Delphi, the property provides easy access to ancient monuments, museums, the mountain village of Arachova, and a variety of outdoor activities throughout the region. Learn More Hotel Amalia Olympia Olympia Located near the entrance to Ancient Olympia, Hotel Amalia Olympia combines modern comfort with a setting rich in history. Surrounded by Mediterranean gardens, the hotel features spacious guestrooms with garden views, a large outdoor pool, restaurant, lounge café, and inviting public spaces. Guests enjoy convenient access to the archaeological site of Olympia, birthplace of the Olympic Games, as well as museums, cultural attractions, and the natural beauty of the surrounding region. Learn More Have any additional questions? Reach out to your program manager directly, or contact us for any assistance. Contact Us