Philadelphia Boys Choir – Romania

Dear Michelle,

I’m so delighted to be able to introduce you to Romania and to guide you through the fully customized itinerary that we’ve designed for your possible performance tour to these fascinating countries.

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 fuel surcharges
  • Accommodations at conveniently located 4-star hotels
  • Rooming in twin room occupancy.
  • Breakfast and dinner daily (may be replaced with lunch to adapt to your itinerary
  • All sightseeing and entrances:
    • Beekeeper visit
    • Bear Sanctuary
    • Bran Castle
    • Peles Castle
    • Salt mine visit
    • Therme Bucharest
  • 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 concert performance opportunities
  • 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 

Pricing Options

TravelersPriceFree Spots
60$5,5793
65$5,4793
70$5,3993

Based on “Land and Air” out of Philadelphia accommodating the group in TWIN rooms with TWO buses

Prices approximate for discussion purposes

Payment Deadlines

DateAmount
April 30, 2025$500
August 31, 2025$1,000
October 31, 2025$1,000
January 15, 2026$1,000
Feb 25, 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.

“Saint Mary” Evangelical Cathedral

Sibiu

The “Saint Mary” Evangelical Cathedral in Sibiu is one of Transylvania’s most renowned choral venues, offering a rich acoustic setting ideal for vocal ensembles. This Gothic masterpiece, dating back to the 14th century, features soaring vaulted ceilings, intricate stonework, and a historic organ that complements choral performances with a warm, resonant sound. Its central location in Sibiu’s Old Town and long-standing musical tradition make it a prestigious and inspiring setting for choirs.

Black Church

Brașov

The Black Church in Brașov, Romania, is a major Gothic landmark built by Transylvanian Saxons between 1383 and 1477, converted to Lutheran use in 1542. Originally dedicated to Saint Mary, it seats up to 5,000, making it the largest Gothic church in Southeast Europe. Its Carl August Buchholz organ, completed in 1839, features 63 registers, four manuals, and nearly 4,000 pipes. The church regularly hosts concerts, including the “Organ Nights” series, and is ideal for choral and organ performances.

Sala Radio

Bucharest

Sala Radio, also known as the Mihail Jora Concert Studio, is Bucharest’s main symphonic hall, opened in 1961 and operated by the Romanian Radio Broadcasting Company. With 941 seats, it is Romania’s largest venue dedicated to symphonic and choral music and the only one equipped for live digital-quality recording. It is home to the National Radio Orchestra and hosts the RadiRo Festival, the world’s only international festival for radio symphony orchestras. Renowned for its acoustics, it is ideal for orchestral and choral performances.

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.

Novotel Bucharest City Centre

Bucharest

Novotel Bucharest City Centre offers a clean, modern stay right in the middle of the city’s historic and shopping districts. Guests often mention the comfortable rooms, quiet despite the central location, and the large breakfast selection with something for everyone. The fitness area and indoor pool are a welcome bonus, especially after a day walking to nearby sights like the Old Town and the National Museum of Art. It’s a solid choice for those who want reliable service and easy access to everything downtown Bucharest has to offer.

Hotel Sibiu

Sibiu

Located right next to a beautiful forest and just a quick ride from Sibiu’s Old Town, Hilton Sibiu is a peaceful and luxurious retreat. Guests love the spacious, traditionally styled rooms with balconies. The spa, featuring a pool and saunas, is perfect for relaxing after a day out. The breakfast buffet gets consistently high marks, and the Romanian and international restaurants on-site offer plenty of variety. The ASTRA Museum is just a short walk away, making this a great base for exploring the area’s culture and charm.

Hotel Belvedere

Brașov

This 4-star hotel offers groups a comfortable stay with panoramic views of the Carpathian Mountains and the historic city center. Located just outside Brașov’s Old Town, it features spacious accommodations, a well-regarded restaurant serving Romanian and international cuisine, and dedicated event spaces for rehearsals, meetings, or group gatherings. Its convenient access to landmarks like the Black Church, Council Square, and Tampa Mountain, along with its peaceful setting, makes it an excellent choice for touring ensembles and student groups.

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

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